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Quick Overview
- Start:Kathmandu
- End:Kathmandu
- Duration:20 days
- Best Season: Sept-Dec, Feb-May
Introduction:
Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek is a thrilling trek for those trekkers who are mentally and physically fit, having good health, and ready to challenge themselves with the unpredictability of mountain environment. There are two routes to the base camp of the highest mountain in the world, one via Lukla and another via Jiri. On the way to Everest Base Camp from Jiri, the trail passes through the alpine forests, glacial rivers, green grasslands, local settlements where one can enjoy the warm hospitality of ethnic people. While passing through such cultural villages, we can explore Buddhist monasteries, fluttering prayer flags, the Sherpa and other ethnic villages with their simple yet rich mountain lifestyles. involves less-crowded lodges, breathtaking landscapes rarely seen by tourists, and close interaction with the wonderful, welcoming locals. The trek involves less-crowded trails, majestic landscapes rarely seen by trekkers, and close interaction with the wonderful, welcoming locals. After entering Khumbu Region, you'll get to see spectacular mountains in every step including Mt. Kwangde, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Kantega and of course the mighty Everest itself.
The adventure to Everest Base Camp via Jiri begins with a scenic drive to Bhandar via Jiri. The trek heads forward through the beautiful forested hills of Solu area where Monasteries, local villages and awe-aspiring mountain view lie ahead. Passing through several stopping points such as Sete, Junbesi, Nunthala, Sukre, Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep finally takes us to our main destination, Everest Base Camp. Then we hike up to Kalapatthar at 5,545m to get the best view of Mt. Everest along with other mountains which is also the highest point of our trek. Our trek descends via Pheriche and Lukla and our trek ends with a flight to Kathmandu valley.
Trek Highlights
- Sherpa, Gurung, Magar culture and tradition
- High mountains including Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse, Everest, etc
- Warm hospitality by local mountain people
- Everest Base Camp
- Hike to Kalapatthar
- Historical Monasteries
- Jiri-EBC is a unique itinerary to witness EBC
Food
Most of the Teahouses offer you a wide variety of meals whereas teahouses situated at higher altitudes may not be able to offer you the same menu. A variety of bread, cereals and egg dishes are generally available for breakfast. Lunch includes a selection of salad, pasta cooked vegetable dishes, and bread, etc. Dinner comprises soup, meat, rice, variety of cooked vegetables, and pasta dishes, etc as per your section and as available. During your stay in Kathmandu, you'll have numerous food and restaurant options to choose from.
Accommodation
During Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek, you'll find numerous clean and friendly Lodges along the trail. Rooms are basic with just a bed with a pillow and blankets. All the teahouses en route the trekking areas are locally run with basic facilities to some even providing luxury options. Nevertheless, these Teahouses are very cozy and comfortable with Showers, Electricity to charge, WIFI is available on most teahouses with an extra charge. During your stay in Kathmandu, you'll get luxurious service.
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