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Phaplu to Everest base camp trek

The Phaplu to Everest Base Camp trek is an alternative route to reach Everest Base Camp, starting from Phaplu instead of the more common starting point of Lukla. This trek offers a less crowded and more scenic experience, as you will pass through remote villages and beautiful landscapes in the Solu region before joining the main Everest Base Camp trail.

Everest Base Camp Trek from Phaplu: This is a challenging day as you trek to Everest Base Camp. The trail takes you alongside the Khumbu Glacier, offering stunning views of the surrounding peaks. After reaching Everest Base Camp, you will retrace your steps to Gorak Shep for an overnight stay.

Hike to Kalapatthar and back to Pheriche (4240 Meters): In the early morning, you will hike up to Kala Patthar (5,545 Meters), a famous viewpoint offering breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and other peaks. Afterward, you will descend to Pheriche for a night’s rest.

Please note that the itinerary:  is a general guideline, and it can vary depending on factors such as weather conditions, group pace, and individual fitness levels. It’s essential to trek with an experienced guide, maintain proper acclimatization, and be prepared for altitude-related challenges.

Details itinerary from Phaplu to Everest base camp trek please click here for the more information

Necessary Trekking Permits of  Everest base Camp Trek from Phaplu: For 16 Day Phaplu Everest Base camp trek, you need Sagarmatha National Park, a protected area in the Everest region and You need Pasang Lhamu GBS tax. Therefore, you will need to obtain a Sagarmatha National Park Permit. This permit can be obtained in Kathmandu Also you need to take a Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) card is required for trekking in Nepal.

Best time to make this trek: The best time for Trekking and Peak climbing in Nepal is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons. These seasons offer the most favorable weather and optimal trekking conditions.

Drinking water during the Trek: You can take boiled water from the lodge which costs 100 -400 Nepali rupees. It is better to use water purification drops and tablets which you can either bring from your country or can buy in Kathmandu.

Food Iteme Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trek: During the tea house lodge and camping trekking and climbing, you will find typical foods such as Noodles, Rice, Pasta, Potato dishes, fresh vegetables, eggs, and Chicken items for dinner and Lunch. Breakfast items Tibetan bread, Pancake, muesli, Porridge, and toast with peanut butter. Honey and jam.

Toilet and Bathroom Service during the Trek: On the Annapurna, Langtang & Everest trek, shared toilet facilities are more common than en-suite bathrooms. They may be located in the main building or in an outhouse.

Where do we eat our dinner: Meals are always served in the dining room, so you can meet other trekkers there. In higher accommodations, the dining room usually has a fire around dinnertime.

Charging Battreise Service: In most of the trekking regions, there is electricity whereby you will be able to charge your iPod, Mobile, and Camera batteries but they charge you extra money 100 to 400 Nepali rupees per hour.

If you need communication Service: In Kathmandu, you can buy Ncell sim cards almost anywhere. These cards are very helpful when trekking to Everest base camp and Gokyo Valley. In most places, Ncell’s network coverage is excellent, with the exception of the Everest region trekking area.

Phaplu Everest base camp trekking Route, You must take a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu. But there is another option you can hire a local Jeep from Kathmandu to Buksak but you need 2-3 days extra. If you travel by Jeep it takes 15 hours from Kathmandu to Buksak.

Phaplu to Everest base camp trek cost  | We require a minimum of 2 pax group.

Day Destination Altitude Walking Hour Accommodation
1 Arrival Kathmandu and transfer to hotel 1300 One hour drive from airport to hotel Hotel in Kathmandu
2 Kathmandu to Phaplu 2364 9-10-hours driving from Kathmandu Tea house Lodge
3 Phaplu to Nunthala 2200 5-hours Lodge
4 Nunthala to Bupsa 2340 6-7-hours Lodge
5 Bupsa to Surke 2290 6-hours Lodge
6 Surke to Phakding 2610 4-hours Lodge
7 Phakding to Namche Bazaar 3440 5-hours Lodge
8 High to Syangboche Mountain view 3440 3-hours Lodge
9 Namche to Tengboche to Monastery 3860 5-hours Lodge
10 Tengboche to Dingboche 4410 5-hours Lodge
11 Dingboche to Lobuche Via Thuk La 4900 4-hours Lodge
12 Lobuche to Gorakshep via EBC 5364 5140 6-7-hours Lodge
13 High up Kalapatthar 5545 & Pheriche 4240 6-hours Lodge
14 Pheriche to Tengboche 3860 4-hours Lodge
15 Tengboche to Namche 3440 5-hours Lodge
16 Namche to Lukla 2800 7-hours Lodge
17 Lukla to Kathmandu 1300 35 Minutes flight from Lukla to Kathmandu Hotel in Kathmandu
18 Day Free at Kathmandu 1300 Free walking in Kathmandu Hotel in Kathmandu B&B Service
19 Departure day After breakfast drive to the international airport Flight out from Nepal At your Your home

Phaplu to Everest Base camp trek cost $ 1704 Per person

Cost includes

  • Transport service for arrivals and departures in Kathmandu.
  • As per the itinerary, hotels in Kathmandu with beds and breakfast are included.
  • Approximately 4,000 rupees for Kathmandu-Phaplu local Jeep.
  • 3400 Rupees for food and accommodation per person per day.
  • Lukla-Kathmandu domestic plane ticket is 197 US$: Per Person and with our trekking guide.
  • We provide three meals during the trek, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. We also provide Lodge accommodation during the trek.
  • Permit for Everest National Park: 3,500 Nepali Rs and 1,000 RS per person TIMS card.
  • Passang Lhamu Village Tax is 2000 Nepalese rupees per person.
  • Guests to Gaurishankar park are allowed to enter for 3500 rupees.
  • Salary and insurance minimum 6,00000 rs for an English-speaking trekking guide/porter with a government license.
  • The 6 Pax group will be led by an experienced Mountain Leader, who has best trained in Hotel Management (NATHM) Mountain Leader Courses, Component 1-2, Navigation Courses, Rock climbing Courses, Mountain rescue Training and Basic Mountaineering course.
  • Salary for the guides and porters, as well as accommodations and food.
  • Paperwork for companies and taxes for the government.

Phaplu Everest base camp trek cost excludes

  • During the Kathmandu for lunch and dinner.
  • The international flight ticket, the Nepal visa fee, your travel insurance, and medical and emergency assistance.
  • Personal expenses, bar bills, hot showers, telephone calls, laundry, and any alcoholic beverages.
  • We do not refund the balance if you have weather problems during the trek or want to return earlier than planned.
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What is the highest point we will reach on this trek?

Kalapatthar (5,545m) is our major high point.

Does it get very cold during this trek?

There is a difference of 5-15 degrees between night and day.

How long do we walk each day?

Approximately 5 to 7 hours

The Phaplu Everest base camp trek consists of what kinds of food and accommodations?

There are clean and pleasant lodges with dining rooms, toilets, and hot showers to stay at while on your trek. We also offer Nepali, Tibetan, Chinese, Indian, Italian and French food.

Can this trek be done at any time of year?

February 20th to June 15th and September 15th to December 10th

Can you tell me what kind of equipment we need?

A flow of equipment is usually required. It is better to wear Gore tax boots if possible. If it’s raining or snowing, wear warm socks and gaiters. The day carry bag comes with a down jacket. Sleeping bags and other items which are not featured in Walking boot mansions.

What is mountain sickness?

Feels like hangover & Feeling not good/ Headache/ Shortness of Breath/ Loss of appetite/ Sleep not good/ vomiting/ fevers etc.

Is it necessary to have a guide porter?

All trekking in Nepal is very safe if you travel with a guide and porter. Booking through a Trekking agency is better because if something goes wrong, it is easier to solve any problems and the agency takes full responsibility.

Does this trip sound safe for a woman travelling alone?

A woman can travel to Nepal by herself, but she should use a trekking company for trekking and mountain climbing because the trekking agency is responsible. You are always taken care of by our agency staff, and they will be provided with a single room tent for the tea house trek and the climbing trek. However, if you hire a freelance Guide, then you will face a lot of problems. They attempt to make chit for a single woman. So, if you book a guide porter through an agency, your holiday trip to Nepal will be safe.

Then I am interested in booking the trip. What is the price?

For the cost of 1380 $ per person, there should be at least two people. If one is alone, the cost would be 1680 $ for one.

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What is the highest point we will reach on this trek?

Kalapatthar (5,545m) is our major high point.

Does it get very cold during this trek?

There is a difference of 5-15 degrees between night and day.

How long do we walk each day?

Approximately 5 to 7 hours

The Phaplu Everest base camp trek consists of what kinds of food and accommodations?

There are clean and pleasant lodges with dining rooms, toilets, and hot showers to stay at while on your trek. We also offer Nepali, Tibetan, Chinese, Indian, Italian and French food.

Can this trek be done at any time of year?

February 20th to June 15th and September 15th to December 10th

Can you tell me what kind of equipment we need?

A flow of equipment is usually required. It is better to wear Gore tax boots if possible. If it’s raining or snowing, wear warm socks and gaiters. The day carry bag comes with a down jacket. Sleeping bags and other items which are not featured in Walking boot mansions.

What is mountain sickness?

Feels like hangover & Feeling not good/ Headache/ Shortness of Breath/ Loss of appetite/ Sleep not good/ vomiting/ fevers etc.

Is it necessary to have a guide porter?

All trekking in Nepal is very safe if you travel with a guide and porter. Booking through a Trekking agency is better because if something goes wrong, it is easier to solve any problems and the agency takes full responsibility.

Does this trip sound safe for a woman travelling alone?

A woman can travel to Nepal by herself, but she should use a trekking company for trekking and mountain climbing because the trekking agency is responsible. You are always taken care of by our agency staff, and they will be provided with a single room tent for the tea house trek and the climbing trek. However, if you hire a freelance Guide, then you will face a lot of problems. They attempt to make chit for a single woman. So, if you book a guide porter through an agency, your holiday trip to Nepal will be safe.

Then I am interested in booking the trip. What is the price?

For the cost of 1380 $ per person, there should be at least two people. If one is alone, the cost would be 1680 $ for one.

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What is the highest point we will reach on this trek?

Kalapatthar (5,545m) is our major high point.

Does it get very cold during this trek?

There is a difference of 5-15 degrees between night and day.

How long do we walk each day?

Approximately 5 to 7 hours

The Phaplu Everest base camp trek consists of what kinds of food and accommodations?

There are clean and pleasant lodges with dining rooms, toilets, and hot showers to stay at while on your trek. We also offer Nepali, Tibetan, Chinese, Indian, Italian and French food.

Can this trek be done at any time of year?

February 20th to June 15th and September 15th to December 10th

Can you tell me what kind of equipment we need?

A flow of equipment is usually required. It is better to wear Gore tax boots if possible. If it’s raining or snowing, wear warm socks and gaiters. The day carry bag comes with a down jacket. Sleeping bags and other items which are not featured in Walking boot mansions.

What is mountain sickness?

Feels like hangover & Feeling not good/ Headache/ Shortness of Breath/ Loss of appetite/ Sleep not good/ vomiting/ fevers etc.

Is it necessary to have a guide porter?

All trekking in Nepal is very safe if you travel with a guide and porter. Booking through a Trekking agency is better because if something goes wrong, it is easier to solve any problems and the agency takes full responsibility.

Does this trip sound safe for a woman travelling alone?

A woman can travel to Nepal by herself, but she should use a trekking company for trekking and mountain climbing because the trekking agency is responsible. You are always taken care of by our agency staff, and they will be provided with a single room tent for the tea house trek and the climbing trek. However, if you hire a freelance Guide, then you will face a lot of problems. They attempt to make chit for a single woman. So, if you book a guide porter through an agency, your holiday trip to Nepal will be safe.

Then I am interested in booking the trip. What is the price?

For the cost of 1380 $ per person, there should be at least two people. If one is alone, the cost would be 1680 $ for one.

Expand/Close
What is the highest point we will reach on this trek?

Kalapatthar (5,545m) is our major high point.

Does it get very cold during this trek?

There is a difference of 5-15 degrees between night and day.

How long do we walk each day?

Approximately 5 to 7 hours

The Phaplu Everest base camp trek consists of what kinds of food and accommodations?

There are clean and pleasant lodges with dining rooms, toilets, and hot showers to stay at while on your trek. We also offer Nepali, Tibetan, Chinese, Indian, Italian and French food.

Can this trek be done at any time of year?

February 20th to June 15th and September 15th to December 10th

Can you tell me what kind of equipment we need?

A flow of equipment is usually required. It is better to wear Gore tax boots if possible. If it’s raining or snowing, wear warm socks and gaiters. The day carry bag comes with a down jacket. Sleeping bags and other items which are not featured in Walking boot mansions.

What is mountain sickness?

Feels like hangover & Feeling not good/ Headache/ Shortness of Breath/ Loss of appetite/ Sleep not good/ vomiting/ fevers etc.

Is it necessary to have a guide porter?

All trekking in Nepal is very safe if you travel with a guide and porter. Booking through a Trekking agency is better because if something goes wrong, it is easier to solve any problems and the agency takes full responsibility.

Does this trip sound safe for a woman travelling alone?

A woman can travel to Nepal by herself, but she should use a trekking company for trekking and mountain climbing because the trekking agency is responsible. You are always taken care of by our agency staff, and they will be provided with a single room tent for the tea house trek and the climbing trek. However, if you hire a freelance Guide, then you will face a lot of problems. They attempt to make chit for a single woman. So, if you book a guide porter through an agency, your holiday trip to Nepal will be safe.

Then I am interested in booking the trip. What is the price?

For the cost of 1380 $ per person, there should be at least two people. If one is alone, the cost would be 1680 $ for one.

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