We recommend that you only pack the essential clothing and gear for the trek. You can store your excess luggage at the Everest holiday for free. Porters will carry your main trekking bag, but the weight limit is 10 kg for each trekker. Since one porter carries the luggage for two people, we suggest that you and a trekking partner share one large duffle bag (over 60 liters).
Head
- Sun hat (wide-brimmed)
- Beanie (for warmth)
- Buff or neck gaiter (for sun protection and warmth)
- Lightweight headlamp (with adjustable brightness)
- High-SPF sunscreen
- Lip balm with SPF
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Face wipes
Upper Body
- Moisture-wicking t-shirts (short and long sleeves)
- Thermal base layer (for colder conditions)
- Fleece jacket and down jacket
- Lightweight puffy jacket (for extra warmth)
- Waterproof and windproof jacket (Gore-Tex or similar)
- Raincoat
- Lightweight, breathable long-sleeve shirt
- Polypropylene underwear (four)
Hands
- Insulated gloves or mittens (for cold weather)
- Waterproof gloves (for wet conditions)
Lower Body
- Quick-drying pants/trousers (convertible or full-length)
- Insulated pants (for colder conditions)
- Lightweight cotton pants
- Thermal leggings and long underwear are suitable for colder weather.
- Two pairs of thermal/trekking trousers (pants)
Footwear
- Thick Wool or synthetic moisture-wicking socks (4 pairs)
- Waterproof, ankle-supportive, broken-in full hiking boots (with excellent traction)
- Sandals are suitable for camp use or river crossings.
- Gaiters are designed to protect against mud, water, and debris.
Toiletries
- Biodegradable bar soap
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Medium-size drying towel
- Wet wipes or hand sanitizers
- The toilet paper is stored in a Ziplock bag.
- Feminine hygiene products
- Travel-sized shampoo
- Nail clippers
- Small mirror
Backpacks
- A duffle bag with a capacity of over 60 liters is required for porters, with one duffle bag shared between two trekkers.
- Bring a backpack or daypack with a capacity of 20-30 liters for your use.
Personal accessories
- Adjustable and lightweight poles (preferably collapsible)
- Use a water bottle or bladder that has a capacity of at least 2 liters and is insulated for cold weather.
- The water purification system can include tablets, a filter, or a UV purifier.
- A sleeping bag rated for temperatures between -10 and -15 degrees is the best choice.
Extra items
- Camera/smartphone (extra memory cards and batteries)
- Extra batteries or rechargeable power bank (for charging devices)
- Two-pin charging plug
- Basic first aid supplies (band-aids, antiseptic wipes, pain relievers, Diamox)
- Personal medications (inhalers, allergy meds, etc.)
- Few passport-size photos
- Passport photocopies
- Notebook and pen
- Binoculars
- Swiss army knife or multi-tool (with scissors, can opener, etc.)
Welcoming, greeting, and beginning the hike
We have arranged to meet you at the Kathmandu airport. You can find our representative by looking for the sign bearing your name. He/She will welcome you to Nepal with a flower garland/khada and transfer you to your hotel. We will finalize the remaining details and get ready for the trek tomorrow.
Flights departing from Kathmandu to Lukla on the day of the trek might be diverted to Manthali Airport during the peak months of March, April, May, September, October, and November.
Around 12:30 in the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel and drop you off at Manthali Airport, which is five hours away, in case you have an early morning flight to Lukla. Getting from Manthali to Lukla on the following aircraft will take around 20 minutes. There are other months when a direct flight from Kathmandu to Lukla is possible.
Accommodations
You'll have a place to stay for fourteen nights while you're on your trek. For your convenience, we will select the most suitable lodges. Phakding, Namche (for three nights), and Lukla are the only towns where guests might have private bathrooms; the rest of the places typically have to share. The following locations will all have standard rooms: Dole, Machhermo, Gokyo (2 nights), Phortse, Pheriche (2 nights), Lobuche, and Gorakshep.
Two nights' lodging at a Kathmandu hotel are required, one before the trek and one subsequent to it. The trek package does not include these hotel stays. You can spend more at lodges and tea houses if you want amenities like hot showers, charging stations, and Wi-Fi.
Meals
Throughout the walk, we will provide you with nutritious meals. However, as you ascend, the options may get more restricted. All meals are provided as part of the program, with 15 breakfasts, 14 lunches, and 14 dinners. Dal, rice, and vegetable curry are among the most popular Nepali dishes. Foods from Asia, the West, or the area will predominate.
Maintaining excellent health at higher elevations requires consuming certain beverages, such as green tea, ginger tea, hot lemon, garlic soup (an essential), and fresh vegetables. Due to potential hygiene concerns, we advise not consuming any meat, dairy, alcohol, caffeine, or hot chocolate at high altitudes.
Luggage
One porter will be provided for every two trekkers. The total weight limit for the porter is 20 kg, meaning that each trekker is allowed to carry 10 kg of luggage. Therefore, team up with a fellow traveler and pack your belongings in a duffle bag that has a capacity of over sixty liters. WWe kindly ask that you bring a small personal backpack with your essentials, such as water, snacks, and valuables. If you have extra luggage, you can either leave it at the hotel or store it for free at our office in Kathmandu.
Facilities Essentials
Water and Services
Bottled mineral water is available at many hotels and gas stations along the route. However, to help the environment, it is recommended that you bring a water bottle and fill it up with boiled or bottled water purchased from the lodges. Additionally, we recommend using water purification tablets. If you do not have water purification pills, you can purchase them at pharmacies in Kathmandu, Lukla, and Namche.
Engaging in communication
Every day, our trek leaders stay in touch with their groups using cell phones, and we are always prepared to handle any issues that may arise. In Kathmandu, we will provide you with a local SIM card and teach you how to purchase data and voice packs for it; however, the signal quality may be very poor at high altitudes, and in some areas, there may be no signal at all.
Travel Essentials
Tourist Visa
The only nationality not required to enter Nepal with a visa is Indian. A person can obtain one at Tribhuvan International Airport or at immigration checkpoints located along the borders of Nepal and India, as well as between Nepal and Tibet. To obtain a visa, you must possess a passport-sized photo, sufficient funds, and a passport that is valid for at least six months. The current price for a 30-day visa is USD 50.
We provide medical insurance for trips.
Travel insurance that covers medical expenses and helicopter rescue up to 6000 meters is mandatory for all trekkers. Your insurance policy and other vital documents will be used to expedite your evacuation and transport you to medical facilities in the event of an emergency.
Currency Exchange
One US dollar is approximately equivalent to 133 Nepali rupees (NRS/Rs 130), which is the national currency. Please note that Nepal only accepts 100-rupee notes when you are traveling with Indian Rupees (INR).
In Kathmandu, especially in Thamel, you can find several legitimate money exchanges that allow you to convert your cash or other major currencies into Nepali Rupees.
You may also withdraw Nepali Rupees from ATMs located in Kathmandu. However, there are limitations and costs associated with this approach. Please note that most Nepali banks do not accept currency notes that are old, faded, or damaged. Please ensure that you only bring fresh and undamaged currency.
Other Expenses
While this package covers some of the trek expenses, it does not cover all of them. You should bring enough money to cover your expenses in Kathmandu, which include food, hotel, transportation, visa applications, additional meal courses, travel insurance, beverages (hot, cold, and alcoholic), snacks, tips, and souvenirs. There are only a few currency exchanges in the trekking areas, so we recommend exchanging your money in Kathmandu.
When should I go trekking, and what should I wear?
Spring (March–May) and fall (September–November) are the ideal seasons for trekking because of the bright skies, pleasant weather, and breathtaking scenery. In spring, high-altitude temperatures can reach 20 °C during the day and drop to -5 °C at night. Similarly, during the fall, areas at high altitudes can experience daytime temperatures of up to 25 °C and nighttime lows of up to -10 °C.
During the summer months (June–August) and winter months (December–February), we also go on treks. At high altitudes, summertime temperatures can reach 27 °C, while overnight lows can drop to 5 °C. The same holds for winter days, when temperatures can drop to -20 °C. However, during the monsoon season, heavy rain makes the lower elevations extremely dangerous and increases the likelihood of delays for summer flights. Extremely cold weather and heavy snowfall are common occurrences during winter at higher altitudes.
Daily trek Routine:-
Basically, the stroll begins after breakfast, around 7 or 8 in the morning. The distance and daily terrain difficulty will determine the time required. Lunch will be served after three or four hours of hiking, after which you will continue on your journey. Afternoon hikes are typically shorter, and after you reach your objective, you can enjoy some refreshments and take in the scenery.
Between the hours of 6 and 7, dinner will be provided. Dinner is when your leader or guide will brief you on tomorrow's agenda. Then you can play games like Monopoly or cards with other people, or just relax and watch documentaries. Many international hikers appreciate our staff's efforts to teach them intriguing Nepalese terminology.
Feedback and Trip Conclusion
Farewell Dinner
In Kathmandu, following the trek, we will have a goodbye dinner. You have an opportunity to share your stories at this conference. At a later time, we will provide you with a certificate of accomplishment for your walk.
Departure
Upon your return from your trip, we will arrange for a private vehicle to take you from your hotel to the airport. Please provide us with a hotel name, room number, and departure time for this service. As you depart, may you be filled with cherished memories and a longing to explore more of Nepal's breathtaking landscapes.
Trek Booking
Personal trek
We offer a personal trek only, so you will only be trekking with your own group. We will never add strangers to your party. A discount is available for larger groups.
Trust trek booking
The Everest Holiday is a registered and bonded trekking operator, ensuring a secure booking process. We are also members of the Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) and the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). Our chairman, Mr. Ganesh Simkhada, was a formal Director of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and a former General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). To confirm your booking, we require a 10% advance payment. You can pay by credit card, bank transfer, Wise, or Western Union. The remaining balance is due upon your arrival in Kathmandu, where we also accept cash payments in addition to the above methods. Please send us your important travel documents, such as a passport copy, within one week of booking. We will email you all the payment details after your reservation is made. Please make sure your passport has a minimum of 6 months of validity remaining at your arrival date in Nepal.
Last-minute booking
We recommend booking your trek at least one month in advance. However, we also offer a last-minute booking option, which requires full payment 24 hours before departure. For the last-minute booking, you can contact us via http://info@theeverestholiday.com. or WhatsAppat +977-9810351300
Please note that last-minute treks may face delays due to circumstances beyond our control.
Flexible Schedule
We have set departure dates for our treks, but we are flexible. If our scheduled dates don't work for you, please let us know, and we will be happy to arrange a trip that fits your schedule.
Trip Extension
You can easily extend your stay with other adventures. We can arrange exciting activities for you, such as a jungle safari, sightseeing tours, Bungee jumping, rafting, kayaking, paragliding, zip flying, and canyoning, according to what you want.
Ecotourism practices
As part of our strong dedication to safeguarding the fragile beauty of the Everest region, we ask that you join our eco-friendly trekking practice. At the start of our excursion, each person will obtain their own eco-waste bag. This bag is for all of your personal rubbish that can't be composted, like snack wrappers, plastic bottles, and batteries. Please don't leave anything on the trail. Instead, carry this bag with you as we go down, and our guides will show you where to find the public trash cans and recycling bins where you can properly dispose of it. We need your help to keep the Himalayas clean and beautiful for future generations.
The family
Our team is made up of experienced guides and porters who come from the high Himalayan villages. They are highly trained, officially certified, and dedicated to making your trek both safe and unforgettable. We take great care of our staff by providing them with good salaries, insurance, food, and lodging throughout the trek.
Tipping culture
In Nepali culture, tipping is accepted. We recommend giving tips as a group at the end of the trek. The amount can depend on the quality of service, the cost of the trek, and its duration.
