Everest Base Camp Trek the heaven on earth

Heard the famous saying which states that the most difficult roads lead to the most beautiful destinations?

There can be no better statement to summarize the journey to Everest Base Camp Trek than this. Graded as a high altitude, high-risk trek, the EBC Trek is all you need for your dose of adventure and thrill. Besides being fit, you will need proper planning to calculate all the risks, known and unknown while on the trek. It is regarded as one of the most popular treks in Nepal, not just for its beauty but also the thrill and adventure that is part and parcel of the EBC Trek.

Like all the other treks in Nepal, this one also promises some of the most outstandingly beautiful locales that will leave you awestruck every time. Mountain hills covered in snow, trees in full blossom with Rhododendrons, and that ecstatic emotion of feeling the clouds in your face are unmatchable and priceless!

Is it really difficult to trek the Everest Base Camp?

While there are various stories and tales of how difficult the Everest Base Camp Trek is, the trek is actually stunningly beautiful, extremely calm and not so high!

Yes…you got us right!

The Everest Base Camp is not actually a high-altitude trek. It is regarded as a difficult trek since it takes a number of days to get acclimatized to the altitude. The EBC Trek is a simple and straight trek with a few steep paths here and there. It does not require any specialized skill, levels of fitness, or technical equipment. The best way to make your trek comfortable and enjoyable is to make stops at the steep paths or sections and take some rest before continuing ahead.

What preparations do I need to make?

Like any other trek, the EBC Trek also requires adequate preparations with proper planning. Besides packing the bare necessities like the right kind of hiking shoes, warm clothes, camera, and a fully stocked medical kit, the trekkers need to take care of a few extras that are bound to enhance their trekking experience and make it more comfortable and memorable. Water disinfecting drugs, a high-quality sleeping bag to make temperatures comfortable and a pair of Kung Fu shoes are other items you can add to your packing list to make your life a breeze up there.

What is the best time to trek the Everest Base Camp?

The Everest Base Camp sees trekkers all around the year since different people have different preferences (in terms of weather) for trekking. However, the most popular periods are from March to May and September to November. Winters are not-so-favorite for the simple reason that it gets really cold with snow covered mountains around and trekking as an experience, is not so enjoyable as well. In simple terms, a post-monsoon trek is much more advisable than a pre-monsoon trek since the surroundings are much more colorful and spectacularly beautiful!

Even though one can choose to trek solo, it is advised to hire a guide when trekking the Everest Base Camp. The local guides are a great help in guiding the path, especially during nights. They have the best explanation about the local sights, culture, and history of the place. The guides are also an amazing help if someone falls sick or catches an infection while on the trek.

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