No of people | Price per person |
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1 - 2 | $1,339 |
3 - 5 | $1,049 |
6 - 12 | $999 |
The best time to do the Everest Base
Camp trek is during the autumn and spring seasons. But some of the courageous
trekkers also choose the winter Everest trek which talks about their strength.
Just to answer the query yes performing the Everest trek during the winter is
possible.
But you will need to be part of a
rigorous process just to get your body right. Yes, Winter Everest Trek is
possible in every way but the best trekking agency is a must if you want to
achieve the expected results. Roving Nepal Trek for a very long time have been
doing winter Everest trek in the right way to get brilliant results.
Things to know before doing Winter
Everest Trek
What is the temperature and weather
of EBC during winter?
This could be the very first
question that pops into your mind. During the winter season, weather drops
drastically even in the hilly regions so the mountains of Everest could be a
challenge.
The months of December, January, and February are the peak winter months. The temperature tends to get down drastically behind the freezing point. The weather is different in different places during the winter Everest trek.
What's different in Winter Everest
Trek in comparison to peak seasons?
The winter Everest trek is far more
different compared to that of the peak season trek. Although the number of days
needed might be the same other factors tend to change one after the other.
As the temperature goes below
negative you will have to pack more clothes inroder get protected from the
winter season. Along with that trekkers will have to carry thermos to drink
plenty of warm water.
This will help in the protection
from altitude sickness. Due to excessive snowfall, the view might be blurry and
the landing in the Lukla airport can be risky for many. Sadly there are chances
of flights being rescheduled due to the weather.
As winter is not the peak season for
the EBC trek, you will find very few people during the trek which is a plus. As
the days get shorter trekking starts very early in the morning. So you will
have to be mentally prepared.
Be it from the cold the unclear
trekking routes, or slippery walkways due to snow formation, things can be
challenging. But an agency like Roving Nepal Trek will guide you along the way.
Proper guidance and training from us will provide you with a memory for a
lifetime.
Ways to train for the Winter Everest
Trek
No training for the peak season trek
and the winter trek isn't different. Everest Base Camp trek is a moderate kind
of trek so basic training will help you to achieve your goal.
Having said that all the readers who
are trekkers need to get ready three months before the actual trek. Training
for the Everest trek doesn't always mean hitting the gym and getting sick
packs.
It means you will have to engage in
cardiovascular exercises like cycling, swimming, running, jogging, etc. This
will help you to boost your immunity. Basic short treks around your locality
will also boost your physical stamina and strength.
This could be a controversial topic
to discuss but Roving Nepal Trek believes that Everest Base Camp trek during
the winter seasons is the perfect thing to do.
A lot of the readers might argue
that the weather is harsh but Roving Nepal Trek believes tough situations bring
beautiful opportunities. There are some major reasons why the Winter Everest
Trek is the best.
One of the famous treks in the world
is the Everest Base Camp trek. Every year hundreds of tourists visit Roving
Nepal Trek for the EBC trek. Interestingly this is during the peak season.
During the winter season, there
aren't a lot of people who are willing to complete the EBC trek. They believe
the trails are tough to walk through with snow and slippery nature. All of that
can be overcome with great training.
During the peak season, some too
many trekkers block some most outstanding views during the EBC trek. But the
winter Everest Base Camp trek is different. As the snow settles down on the
mountain peaks, it's a delight to watch.
The undeniable view of snow-capped
mountains makes the journey worth it. Likewise, there is a golden chance to
view the most amazing sunrises and sunsets during the winter trek. So it is
advantageous on both fronts.
The major reason why Roving Nepal
Trek believes the winter Everest trek is the best option is due to the
different perception opportunities of Nepal. As the crowd builds up during the
peak season, trekkers tend to move quickly.
But winter is tough, the days are
shorter and you need to spend more time in the dark and with local people. This
provides a moment more to interact with the local Sherpa and Tamang
communities. You will get to know hidden secrets about the culture as you spend
more time with them.
Destination |
Maximum Day Temperature |
Maximum Night Temperature |
Lukla |
18.8 degree Celsius |
-2.8 degree celsius |
Namche Bazaar |
16.6 degree Celsius |
-7.5 degree Celsius |
Dingboche |
14.2 degree Celsius |
-14.4 degree Celsius |
Lobuche |
13.1 degree Celsius |
-17.4 degree Celsius |
Gorakshep |
10-degree celsius |
-23.8 degree Celsius |
As we
have limited time for the Winter Everest trek, the first day signifies the
35-minute flight to Lukla along with a 3-hour trek to Phakding. Some of the
beautiful mountains you see on the first day are Nupla, Gongla, Karyolung, etc.
After
having the proper rest at Phakding overnight we will trek towards Namche
Bazaar. The early morning breakfast with the team suggests the start of the
journey. Through mountain trails, deep forests, and rivers we reach Namche
Bazaar at the end of 6 hours.
As we
move towards glory in the Winter Everest Trek, our next destination is
Tengboche. Often known for the religious belief of Sherpa, Tengboche is an
important landmark in the Everest Base Camp trek. During this journey, we stop
at several places to view mountains like Ama Dablam, Everest, Tabuchi
Thamserku, etc.
The
first descent of the Everest trek begins right here. Cutting through the deep
rhododendron forest and making some steep climbs we pass Shomare and Orsho to
reach Dingboche. Dingboche is famous for yaks and you will see a lot of
them.
The
journey in winter Everest Trek moves forward towards Lobuche. After a slight
upward climb we move towards the grassland crossing Thukla bridge. Slowly you
will see different colored prayer flags which suggest you have reached Lobuche.
A total of 5 hours of trek takes you to Lobuche.
The day
of pride comes when you reach Everest Base Camp. As we move forward to
Gorakshep and have our breakfast there all the things will be placed at the
hotels. Trekkers will have to trek for more than 7 hours to reach Everest Base
Camp. By the end of the day, you will have to return to Gorakshep to spend the
night.
Early in
the morning of the 7th day, we will be hiking to Kalapatthar. The 360-degree
view from Kalapatthar is a delight to savor. Looking at all the beautiful
mountains, trekkers will be left bemused. Finally, we get back to Gorakshep and
Pheriche to spend the night.
Following
the same route as you ascended, we fall back towards Namche Bazaar. The trek
from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar is a 6-hour walk. Suspension bridges,
rhododendrons pine forests, and beautiful mountains are what you get along.
The 9th
day determines trekking back to Lukla where you will catch the flight to
Kathmandu. A total of 8 hours of trek is required to reach Lukla. We stay overnight
at Lukla only to fly back the next day.
The last
day determines traveling to Kathmandu via flight. A 35-minute flight under
clear skies suggests the Winter Everest trek has ended. It is a
brilliant achievement, to say the least.
Domestic flights between Kathmandu and Lukla.
Experienced trekking guide and porters.
Accommodation in teahouses along the trekking route.
All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) card and Sagarmatha National Park permit.
Comprehensive medical kit for emergencies.
International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
Nepal entry visa fees.
Travel insurance (compulsory) covering medical expenses, trip cancellation, and evacuation.
Personal trekking equipment and gear.
Extra snacks, beverages, and meals outside of the provided meals during the trek.
Hot showers, Wi-Fi, and charging facilities (available at an additional cost in teahouses).
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, and tips for guides and porters.
Any additional costs or expenses due to unforeseen circumstances, such as natural disasters, political unrest, flight delays, etc.