Classic Everest Base Camp Trek

Lukla Airport is one of the most dangerous airports in the world. However, more than 30 aircraft land at Lukla every day. During the high season, almost all of the 40,000 hikers fly to Lukla to visit the Everest region trek.

While it’s more dangerous statistically than a typical commercial airport, it is still pretty safe.

When it comes to safety, our focus is to get our customers on one of the first flights of the day. When you confirm the booking and send us your passport copies with a 20% advance payment, we will book the flight tickets immediately, so it is most important to send us this information quickly when you have made the deposit for the trip.

Due to the number of trekking groups we run in the Everest region, we get good priority with the airlines for our guests. In general, our groups get on either the first or the second group of flights going out each day during the peak season. We pick these flights because the weather tends to be much more stable and the visibility is better for landing first thing in the morning. Getting early flights is one of the key things we focus on to ensure our guests' safety and try to minimize delays in their itinerary’s programs.

Trekking depends upon your chosen areas if it’s on mainstream trekking routes like Annapurna, Everest, and Langtang you will be spending overnight in a comfortable nice, and cozy lodge or guesthouse. A normal day on trek starts with tea and breakfast around 6: Am and then pack your bags for the day walks where larger bags are carried by our porters or pack animals (Yaks). While you carry your light day pack with necessary items for the day as the trek starts follow the lead Guide to a lunch stop for an hour or more and then walk to our designated overnight halt in lodge or camping. During the walk you will be walking on a winding  gradual trail with up and downhill slopes past traditional and cultural local remote farm villages along with the views of snow-capped peaks, including walking into a cool alpine forest covered with rhododendron, magnolia, hemlock, oaks, pines, and fir tree lines, walking for 5-6 hour as per day to day itinerary mentioned in your program

No doubt about it, all our guides are export and professional in this line of the job with more than decades of experience leading worldwide customers showing wonders of the Himalayas with full knowledge in flora-fauna, local culture, and history with the traditional life of the villagers including eco-tourism and responsible tourism caring, preserving and respecting local culture and saving the pristine environment from destruction. All our guides and field staff are well trained with medical knowledge and can help you when an emergency arises with proper care and assurance and will treat you with medical know-how. If it’s serious they are well equipped to call for helicopter services for emergency evacuation.

The meals that we serve on trekking routes, lodges, or Tea-House will be hygienic as our cook and kitchen are well versed in hygiene and ecotourism in lodges we have cooked to supervise and maintain the food quality as well. Food can vary depending upon the season and place according to its availability during the right season. Normally, the food menu has Nepali Dal Bhat (rice & lentil soup) with mild vegetable curry, fried rice, noodles, and soups of great variation. In some places, Continental foods like Has Brown Potato, pieces of bread, Pan Cakes, Boiled Vegetables, Stew, Pizza, Cinnamon rolls, cakes, pies, etc. But as you go higher the food menu is very limited due to the harsh cold climate and the altitude.

There are a few standards of Tea-House or lodge on the route of trekking so depending upon your choice and budget around Everest you can find the luxury of deluxe resorts and lodges in few areas, whereas in many places with overnights in a simple and basic standard lodge with views of mountains from your rooms. Most of the lodge with twin sharing rooms with separate common bath and restrooms with large and warm dining, few places where you can find rooms with attached toilet and bathrooms, higher due to harsh weather and terrain, much of the facilities are limited but serves you with the excellent food menu.

On every trek whether, on lodge or camping treks, we serve you with boiled and cooled drinking water which is safe, whereas purify tablets and process does not work 100% in Himalayan hard water, due to high mineral contains like manganese-bi-carbonate and iron. People can bottle water (but it is an expense and as well as not good for Eco-tourism wise as it creates rubbish with the plastic bottles).

At first spending, the advance trip payment to our company in our Bank account provided where you must file forms with the detail of your passport with expire dates, most important the trip of your choice and then sending a transfer minimum of 20% advance trip payment which is non-refundable to secure your booking well in advance. On receiving your details of the following document like a passport with scanned or photocopy, along with booking forms, then we will send you a full confirmation letter with a deposit as well a receipt of advance trip payment. 

You can contact us for direct transfer to deposit in our Bank account and as well with Credit Card payment, we do accept Visa/ Master Card or any other safe and widely used Credit Card with an extra 04% surcharge as levy charge.

For all the types of travel around the world-wide one needs to be in normal physical shape with a sound medical background, as for trekking in the Himalayas which is within world's highest mountainous region where one requires to be physically fit with sound health depending upon the trekking program chosen. We strongly recommend that you visit a Medical doctor before you depart from the home countries where you are fit for the trek chosen, where a doctor can provide you with some medical advice if required on the special medical and physical side.

Yes, all our office staff and as well field staff, guide, and porters are well insured before leaving for the trek with medical / health insurance equipped with warm clothing as per the region of trekking/climbing destinations. Our staff is well paid as per Nepal's standard of living cost with extra company perks and bonuses in making each trek a huge success.

We strongly advise and suggest that all travelers booked with us obtain Travel and medical insurance, which is a must and important in all our trekking destinations, as some treks lead to remote areas around the Himalayas where medical facilities are less or do not exists. 

All travelers should have adequate protection on tours and treks covering personal injury, death, medical expenses, and repatriation expenses by any means of transportation including Helicopter services or air ambulance in an emergency and immediate evacuation.

The insurance should also cover items or valuable if lost missing damaged or in theft situations. 

Our Guide and field staff are well trained in Medical know-how, in such case emergencies, where the client needs to be evacuated from the areas of trekking our staff will contact the head office and soon and immediately we will send the helicopter for safe evacuation to reach nearest medical help and hospitals to save the clients for quick recovery from further illness.

Areas of trekking from moderate-adventurous to challenging treks or climbs, our programs, and standard itineraries have enough acclimatization days at certain heights where rest and spare days are necessary on high-altitude treks.

In certain high-altitude treks and climb we do carry portable oxygen cylinders as well Gamma or pressure Bags to reduce the problem of AMS if arises, our staff is well trained for this type of situation where the victims will be carried or brought to lower elevation for safety precaution. Normally in high altitudes, your doctor might have prescribed some medicine like Diamox or Actemodizile for high altitudes start using one tab in the morning and one in the night time before starting the trekking above 3,000 meters high keep using till return.

The best treatment for high altitude drinks plenty and pee a lot taking a slow pace uphill with plenty of short rest.

With AMS symptoms descent is the only remedy or evacuation in the severe case by any means of transport or by Helicopter.

First of all our guides are well prepared for the emergency and have gone through numerous medical and mountain rescue training each year.

We have set the itineraries days with many rest days for acclimatization at certain heights as safety measures and precaution, carrying portable oxygen bottles and Gamma or pressure bags when required by the victims of AMS or other illnesses.

We have strong and good connections with private Helicopter companies for immediate emergency evacuation when needed.

On each trek, our guide will carry a comprehensive medical kit.

Yes, on all our trips when booked with us we provide transportation to and from the hotel airport which is included in most of our trip cost.

Depending upon the areas of the trekking destination, like on normal mainstream trekking Everest- do have hot/ cold shower facilities in most of the lodges and hotels, some have hot water buckets for a bath or for washing. 

As the altitude gains such facilities are minimum in higher altitude areas, in camping sometimes we carry shower tents providing you with hot water buckets as well as washing water every morning before breakfast.

All our bigger bags with much weight will be carried by our porters and pack animals like Yaks and Mules, on domestic airlines 20 kg is the maximum weight that you can carry not counting your handbags.

 While trekking you will be carrying your belonging in your daypack which will be at least 5 to 10 kg maximum while other bigger bags are carried by our porters. 

Weight differs on the areas of the trekking destination, on climbing you will be carrying much with climbing equipment and warmer high-altitude gears as well.

Normally 20 o 30 kgs are enough for moderate and adventurous trekking programs which are the standard weight carried by a porter.

Depending upon the season and connection of international airlines to and from Nepal to such countries in Nepal Saudi-Quarter-Gulf-Emirates-Etihad-Turkish airlines connects travelers to Nepal from Europe as well air India and other airlines like Jet Airlines also do connect with Nepal from India to other parts of the world with transit-based in Indian cities of Mumbai-Calcutta and Delhi.

For Australia and New Zealand, and easy connection with Thai-Dragon (Cathay Pacific Airline) Silk (Singapore Airline) connects flight to Kathmandu-Nepal via Hong Kong-Singapore and Bangkok while for the west of the USA can use this route and for East of USA can travel through Europe to reach Kathmandu via respective airlines that connect with Nepal through certain transits points.

It is best to reach Nepal much earlier at least 1-2 days before the trip departure if it is convenient for you as per your holiday limited time duration or a day before the trek departure, earlier arrival gives you time to blend with the Nepalese environment and culture and to plan much batter with local shopping for the treks.

Yes, it is available in most of the lodges where they have small Hydroelectricity power or solar charging at extra cost, or one can carry a portable solar panel if you are trekking around remote areas of the Himalayas without such facilities.

Yes, you can hire and buy all types of trekking equipment from down jackets to sleeping bags with other necessary gear needed on the treks.

If it’s too much to carry from home you can do your trekking shopping in Kathmandu or at Pokhara depending upon the areas of trekking.

Yes, it works depending upon areas of trekking, since the last 2 decades, most of the villagers    

 And Guide does have cell phones including STD/ISTD in some villages and towns Hotels and Lodges.

In some areas like deep valley and gorge area, the cell phone does not work well for some days, but normally in high and open areas it certainly works depending upon the local/international SIM used.

Tipping is not compulsory but has become a tradition among Guides and trekking staff including porters started from early mountaineering expeditions which is still active to this day with tipping or gratitude to follow staff guides and porters in making the trip a great success with much enjoyable time.

Most of the abroad agents have mentioned the rate of tipping in their brochures and websites and it all depends upon the number of trekkers in the group and as well the duration of trekking.

Normally you can trip from USD $ 50 to 100 in the kitty money with other members of the trek which is to be divided among trekking staff and porters by the head guide and group leaders.

If you have enjoyed more than enough overwhelming time with your guides and porters you can hand more than the above-mentioned figure

Once book with us we will certainly notify our clients of the best season to trek in Nepal Himalaya, for this Classic Everest Base camp Trek as this is an overland journey with adventurous treks.

In our entire trips, one will never be bored, as our trips are full of fascinating, enjoyable without a dull moment in our entire journey you will have time to observe village traditional life its rich culture as it was past many centuries.

The best time from March to June and October to early December months is recommended except for the wet months of July and August to Mid-September when the road can be broken by landslides.

March to June and September to November are the best months to travel in most of the Nepal Himalayas region. Please let us know your time of holiday and duration if it is in the Mit of winter like mid-December to mid-February short mid-hills trekking be done.

Booking with Mountain Magic Treks can be done easily by selecting a trip of your choice and interest, booking should be done a minimum of 4 weeks before departing for treks as for private and individual groups with tailor-made programs can be done in a short time of minimum of 2 weeks.

Trekking and Hiking in Nepal Himalaya we organize in all-season depending upon the types of adventure from soft-moderate to adventurous treks.

Nepal likes other countries with 4 main seasons, Spring, Summer, monsoon (wet months) autumn, or fall & winter.

For major treks best from March to June and September to November for moderate short treks all season except July to mid-September (wet monsoon months)

Nepal is an amazing country capturing the world's Eight Highest Mountains Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyo, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Annapurna range where you will be rewarded with an outmost panorama of mountains on daily walks with stunning sunrise and sunsets views within scenic landscapes of green hills, valleys glacial rivers.

Walking into nice typical traditional villages lower areas dominated by Hindu religion people with Brahmins, Chettris, Dalits, and some mixed tribes of Newar, Magar, and Kirat people. Above 2000 meters of Tibetan Buddhism religion people Tamang, Sherpa, Gurung, Thakali, Manang, Mustang, and Bhatia with age-old culture, a custom where you can visit its temples and monasteries of great interest.

Depending upon the trekking destination where the Himalayas is full of ups and downs hills with few gradual sections on walks, longer treks involve high passes of above 4,000 to 5,000 meters with a cold temperature minimum of -5 degrees Celsius morning time and night time.

Duration and hours of walks can be from 6 to 8 hours on some days.

When you can walk at your own normal pace slow steady will be enjoyable with the surrounding fabulous views.

On every trip, we always carry fully-stocked medical kits, where most visitors are aware of some medical problems in developing countries with hygiene and sanitation.

Our Guide and staff are well and fully trained with several medical courses and First Aid if a serious problem arises our expert guides can deal immediately and evacuate the sick victims to the nearest health post or hospitals. 

On serious problems and accidents with an emergency like AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) where evacuation is required, we will transport the victims on a helicopter to Kathmandu or the nearest towns and cities with good medical facilities.

The Himalayan region also is known as the Third pole, depending on the region of trekking normally days are warmer with sunshine in the high altitude, but in the cool shade, the temperature drops down mainly in the months. But April-May / June-September are much warm even above 2,500 meters the temperature drops up to below minimum minus-0 to -5 degree Celsius without wind chill factor, however mid-morning and afternoon are pleasant with some sunshine.

Depending on the trekking itinerary chosen with average hours of 4 to 5 hours normally but on longer adventure treks, can extend 7 to 8 hours especially on crossing high passes.

No limit on age groups in most of our leisure and moderate where any people with sound physical/ medical health can join in our treks and tours.

But joining in longer adventure trekking a maximum of 65 years of age should book and one must be physically fit and in sound medical health.

We need medical reports from your doctors mentioning that one is fit for longer hard adventurous treks.

On treks from week to 10 days chill of a minimum of 4 to 5 years can join with the proper guidance of parents where extra porters/ staff will be needed to take care of the infants.

Nepal is a country of warm hospitality where all worldwide travelers welcome a greeting with a warm cheerful smile. Most of your valuables and items are safe to carry, as Nepal has few theft and robbery cases within local towns and cities only, not a major crime like in other parts of the world.  As the always where you travel, especially backpackers traveling alone without guides have encountered this situation rarely.

Using good companies with export and good guides where you will be always safe fro such situations, facing very minimum regarding this type of cases theft and robbery.

There will be no problem, nowadays most of the clients from western countries are turning vegetarian. So on treks using Tea-House and lodge or camping where meat varieties are least available and as well due to hygiene quality. 

We prefer and encourage serving vegetarian meals which safe and hygienic during the trips that we run. 

On treks that involve walking in remote areas, where hospitals and medical care are very minimum, some villages have a health post with simple and basic medical treatment

Towns and cities do have good medical facilities on a trek for severe and emergencies our guide will contact the head office for immediate medical evacuation by other means of transport with helicopter services for quick recovery.

For quick and immediate evacuation one should obtain a medical insurance policy to cover all medical, travel, and Heli evacuation when required in such situations.

Lukla’s landing strip is short and it runs to the edge of a large cliff face, making the approach very challenging. The airstrip has a single possible approach path through the windy valley it overlooks, and only very small aircraft and helicopters can make the journey. Due to its position and elevation, weather conditions and visibility can change rapidly. This makes the flight a difficult one to schedule or predict. The airlines do not take chances with weather conditions and will return a flight to Kathmandu anywhere along its journey rather than risk an unsafe landing if conditions have changed since takeoff.

Delays with Lukla flights are very common. These can happen any time of year but are especially likely around the monsoon season (late May to early September). If your flight is delayed, we will reschedule you for the next possible flight. As conditions can change so rapidly, this may be very soon after your scheduled departure, or as much as a few days later – it is very difficult to predict. This can be pretty frustrating but is simply part of the journey to the Everest region. We strongly recommend you add at least a day or two to the end of your trip to give yourself some flexibility in the case of any delays.

Extra days should always be scheduled at the end of the trip. This gives you flexibility with your trekking itinerary in case of any weather delays. Batter to add to your trip itinerary for at least two or three days, and those days, if you get a flight on time, can be used for city tours, river rafting, jungle safari tours, and a variety of other activities.

These are good guidelines and, in our experience, are sufficient nearly all of the time, but at the end of the day, it’s up to the weather.

It’s not common, but it is possible that your luggage will be shifted to another flight or delayed by the airline. The most important thing is to have all of your valuables and anything else you might need in an emergency, such as prescription medication, in your carry-on. Luggage delays or bags misplaced by the airline are out of our control, but we will do our best to get your gear to you on the trail.

If you do opt for a helicopter, you can expect to pay around $400 to $600 extra per person. Helicopter rates vary as a rule and increase when demand increases. That means the helicopter will be the most expensive when everyone needs one and the cheapest on nice sunny days when the flights are running normally. The rates given by our team in Kathmandu may not always match what is offered locally on the mountain. If you’re waiting for a flight back to Kathmandu, it can be worth asking at the local office in Lukla as well. The extra seats on a flight are basically a wasted asset, so prices are always changing as they’re trying to fill every seat on every flight.

The best option is just to add extra days to your trip and wait for clear weather, but if you’re stuck in Lukla, you will probably find yourself looking into other options as well.

Hike out to Salleri: It’s two long days of hiking from Lukla to Salleri, from where it is possible to get a jeep to Kathmandu, a 10 to 14-hour ride on pretty rough roads.

If helicopters are limited in availability, they may only be available to shuttle guests to Phaplu, which is an airstrip lower in the valley close to Salleri. We can arrange a jeep from Phaplu to Kathmandu. Be prepared for a 10 to 14-hour journey on rough roads. If you have extra time in Nepal, you might be better off waiting an extra day at Lukla for the weather to clear.

Helicopter to Surkhe: Surkhe is just a small village below Lukla where helicopters sometimes land as the visibility is better. It’s about an hour's hike up to Lukla from Surke.

Some policies will cover "trip interruption" that is a result of a rescheduled or canceled flight and will reimburse you for missed international connections or extra travel expenses. Mountain Magic Treks can provide the required documents for your insurance company in case you need to make a claim. We suggest you call your insurance company and see exactly what they cover before you arrive in Nepal.

Getting to Lukla can be fairly simple, or it can be a real headache with several days of delays in the case of bad weather. We will do our best to make the journey as smooth as possible either way. If you are thinking of doing the trek with Mountain Magic Treks, or have already booked, you can be assured of several things.

We will book your Lukla flight before you arrive and try to get you on the first or second batch of flights. The earlier you book and send us your passport, the more likely you will have an early flight.

If your flight is delayed or canceled, we have higher priority than independent trekkers or independent guides when it comes to rebooking. This is an important reason to book with an established tour company that can offer the support you need.

We have an office in Kathmandu and one of our staff will be at the airport in Kathmandu during periods of flight delays working to make sure everything is taken care of and you’re kept as up to date as possible on the situation.

We want you to have a great trek and will do our best to ensure a smooth, safe, and timely journey to Lukla.

If it’s too much to carry from your home country some of the necessary equipment can be hired or bought in Kathmandu around Thamel as well.

Most of the equipment is general and standard lists for all seasons while on trek, but may differ as per the season and duration of trekking and areas of your chosen trip.

• Reading/writing material

• First-aid kit; should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band-Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium, or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea

• Re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking if any particular

• Wet wipes for cleaning can be purchased in Kathmandu.

• Health requirements arranged

• Money: cash/credit card

• Down Sleeping bag and Down Jacket provided by Mountain Magic Treks in Kathmandu 

• Lightweight Towel

• Day pack (25-30 liter) to carry your personal needs during the day

• Torch/flashlight - headlamp style is ideal

• Insect repellent, sunscreen, and lip balm

• Refillable water bottle - Min 1 Liter Aluminum or Nalgene polypropylene are best

• Warm Hat

• Sunhat/bandana

• Sunglasses

• Gloves - wool or fleeced and gore-tex

• Scarf

• Bag Liners to waterproof your bags (A duffel bag is provided to each trekker for trekking by Mountain Magic Treks in Kathmandu)

• Sewing Kit

• Wind and waterproof Jacket & Pants

• Comfortable and sturdy walking shoes (worn frequently prior to departure)

• Socks: thick wool blend and thin cotton to be worn in combination - ensure boots fit such a combination

• Running shoes or sandals for the evening

• Wool jumper/sweater/fleece. Lightweight during summer, 1 heavyweight or 2 lightweights during winter months.

• T-Shirts 2 or 3

• Shirt - Long Sleeved

• Pants - lightweight long trousers (jeans are unsuitable)

• Thermals upper and lower

• Extra warm clothing during winter (December to March) layered clothing - thermals.

Things to know about the package

The word Everest evokes a sense of bravery and inspiration for all generations. Legends - Tenzing Norge and Sir Edmund Hillary - first climbed Mount Everest more than half a century ago in 1953, and since then, thousands of people have been coming to the area - some just for sightseeing, some for trekking, and very few for climbing. The legendary EBC trek starts from Lukla, which has a population of less than 1,500 and is situated at an altitude of 2,860 meters.

The area is very thinly populated, probably due to the harsh terrain and cold climate. So, when you hike this route, you are traveling in a high-altitude desert. However, you don't need to worry about anything as you will be in good hands.

Trek package

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, we will welcome you and take you to your hotel.

One day before your trip departure date, we will organize a briefing to encourage you, what to expect, and to check the equipment you need. We will start our EBC trek early in the morning with a scheduled 40 minute flight to Lukla.

The tour package includes Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu flight fees! 

Welcome to Nepal

We provide free transfer service from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) to your hotel on your arrival and from your hotel to TIA on your departure. When you arrive at the TIA, our Mountain Magic Treks representative will hold a placard with your name on it. As a welcome gesture, they will present you with a garland or a Khada.

Accommodation during the trek

This package covers 11 nights stay in the best accommodation hotels/lodges en route to our destination. We will stay in a twin or single room with sharing toilet and bathroom. Two nights hotels in Kathmandu before and after the trek are expected but not included in the package.
Hot shower, Wi-Fi will be available at extra cost.

Food during the Everest base Camp trek

Some of the popular menu items in the mountains are –

Twelve Breakfasts - french toast with oatmeal, corn flakes, jam, butter, cheese, and honey Tibetan bread or chapati, local tsampa porridge, scrambled brown eggs, assorted eggs (omelettes) pancakes, muesli bread, fruits and vegetables, hot Beverages – Various types of tea, coffee, hot chocolate, etc.

Twelve Lunches - Dhal, rice and vegetables, Tibetan bread, various soup items, Sherpa stew sticks, sandwiches, momo (dumplings) macaroni dishes, tenduk, spaghetti noodles, thukpa, pasta, vegetable curry, potato, salad, pizza (pizza), mixed), snacks (papads, prawns), sweet items (rice pudding, apple pie, etc

Eleven Dinners - Dal (lentil), Bhat (rice) and vegetable (curry), Tibetan bread, various soup items, Sherpa stew, steak, sandwiches, momo (dumplings), macaroni dishes, tenduk, spaghetti noodles, thukpa, pasta, vegetables The menu offers curries, potato items, vegetables, salads, pizzas (tomato, mushroom, mixed), snacks, papads, prawns, Korean ramen, dessert items (rice pudding, apple pie), steaks.

We select lodges/restaurants that provide fresh, clean, tasty and nutritious food. The menu is a mix of local (traditional), Asian and Western dishes, but as we climb higher, the menu gets shorter. We recommend liquids like green tea, lemon tea, hot lemon, ginger tea, fresh vegetables, and high altitude garlic soup (of course).

Although many non-vegetarian items will be available, we recommend avoiding them for quality concerns. We suggest you avoid dairy, cheese items, alcoholic beverages, caffeinated items, or hot chocolate. All personal bills (alcoholic drinks, hot (tea, coffee) drinks, and cold drinks) at tea houses/lodges or cafes except standard meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner with seasonal fruits) are excluded from the package.

Best time for Everest Base Camp Trek

Climate is a decisive factor that greatly influences the success of a trek. However, it is difficult to accurately predict the weather in the Everest region. Although professionals, locals, and thrill-seekers trek to the base camp throughout the year, the best time to trek to EBC is either spring or autumn for warmth and a high chance of clear skies.
Trekking is a bit challenging but possible in winter and monsoon. Mountain Magic Treks organizes treks during these seasons as well.

Himalayan weather is unpredictable and temperatures can change quickly.

EBC : Cold season (January and February)

It is the coldest season with heavy snowfall and low temperatures. Daytime is usually warm, but nights are cool. Although Mountain Magic  conducts the trek during these times, we do not recommend you to trek during these two months, especially if you are allergic to cold. However, if you decide to trek during these months, our team will ensure that you are safe, secure and comfortable.

Temperature: 15°C to -15°C.

EBC: Best Season (March to April)

March to April is also a great season for trekking to base camp. This season offers stunning views of the Himalayas and fascinating glaciers. From March, the weather starts to warm, and by mid-March, the sky clears, and the snowy mountains will look their best.

Temperature: 18 °C to -12 °C. 

EBC: Good weather (May to June)

May to June is also the best time for trekking as it is the pre-monsoon period. Generally, it starts raining in Nepal from the month of June and lasts till mid-August. So if you want to avoid the rain and trek when the temperature is hot, this is the perfect time for you. The scenery at this time is breathtaking and beautiful.

Temperature: 25°C to -5°C.

EBC: Rainy Season (July to August)

It is raining in Nepal during this period and Lukla flight may be cancelled. Trekking becomes challenging but not impossible. If you decide to trek during this period, Mountain Magic will ensure your safety, security and comfort. One of the advantages of trekking in this season is that the trails are less crowded, and the waterfalls look beautiful.

Temperature: 27°C to 5°C.

EBC: Best Season (September to October)

September to October is one of the best seasons for EBC trek. As the monsoons slowly recede, the weather looks absolutely lovely, and hordes of trekkers will be on their way to the base camp. Due to weather, scenery and comfort level, we recommend you to trek during this time. An added advantage – it is also the festival season in Nepal, and if you trek during this time, you will get to enjoy the festivities.

Temperature: 20 degrees Celsius to 5 degrees Celsius.

EBC: Good weather (November to December)

The month of November offers a great time for trekking, the skies are clear, and the view of the mountains is breathtaking. The temperature during the day is very constant. As November progresses, winter slowly sets in, snow begins to fall, and trekking becomes difficult. By December, temperatures drop to annual lows.

Temperature: 18°C ​​to -10°C

How long does it take to acclimate to EBC?

The highest elevation we reach is Kala Patthar at 5,545 meters. Our travel itinerary includes two days of relaxation and acclimatization in Namche and Dingboche. Altitude sickness is very common but preventable. However, if you ignore the symptoms, it can be serious. 

Mountain Magic Treks guides and trek leaders have completed extensive first aid training and use oximeters to monitor your oxygen levels to detect early altitude sickness. Furthermore, we have designed our itinerary to prevent altitude sickness. However, for severe mountain sickness cases, the only treatment is immediate descent. Your group leader has the right to stop the climb considering the condition of vulnerable persons.

EBC Trip Grade: Fitness Level | Health information

Exercising regularly a few weeks before your trip will increase your stamina. Anyone with normal fitness can complete the trek. However, the fitter you are, the more enjoyable your experience will be. We recommend that you conduct stamina-building exercises a few weeks before your trip. 

Previous hiking experience would be an added advantage, but no technical experience or skill is required. With a light day pack, participants who can walk for 5 to 6 hours a day, at a reasonable pace, can complete this trip. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform us or consult their physician before booking the trek.

EBC Trekking in Group | Single

We organize group and private treks. Group discounts are available based on the size of your team. The bigger your team, the more discounts you get. Please see our price list for details. Just click - we offer group discounts to your right. However, if Mountain Magic Treks gathers a group, you will not qualify for the discount.
We can handle all group sizes. Your group will include a group leader, a porter for every two treks and an assistant guide for groups of 6 or more. 

A typical day during the trek

Each day brings a unique experience of trekking, climbing, enjoying the view, taking photos and exploring the local villages. Experienced expert Sherpas will share information and historical facts about the places as you trek. The day starts with breakfast, and then we head out from 7am to 8am depending on the duration and nature of that day's hike. After three-four hours of trekking, we have lunch and some rest, then proceed to our destination for the day.
Once we reach our overnight lodge / tea house / tent, we have extra dietary food. You will have some free time to explore nearby places every day and batter walk around than stay in the room.

You will have dinner from 6pm to 7pm, and after dinner, we will have time for socializing. Your trek leader will brief you about the next day's plans. After the briefing and before going to bed, you will have time to enjoy reading, Monopoly, playing cards or watching mountaineering documentaries.

Communication during the trek

You can enjoy Wi-Fi at extra cost in lodges/restaurants/hotels, but at higher altitudes, communication will be via phone. Our Mountain Magic Treks office in Kathmandu will be in touch with each team through the trek leaders at least once a day. Mobile signal is weak at high altitudes. If you want, you can easily buy a local SIM card in Kathmandu. You can get Wi-Fi access in lodges/hotels at an additional cost.

Additional personal expenses during trekking

Food and accommodation in Kathmandu are not included in our package. You can easily book hotels/lodges (both luxury and budget) online, or we can do it on your request.
You need to bring some spending money for food and accommodation in Kathmandu, visa processing, purchase of travel insurance policy, drinks, snacks, hot and cold drinks, tips for trekking team members, souvenirs, etc. We recommend you bring cash. dollars or other major currencies), which you can convert into rupees.

Only Nepali currency can be used in Nepali market. Electricity and battery recharge, water on EBC trek
On our trekking routes in lodges/hotels, electricity for camera and mobile battery recharge is available at extra charge. You can buy packed mineral water from the lodges or fill your water bottle with boiled water there. We can provide you with water purification tablets to make your water potable.

You should not drink water from rivers, streams or wells along the way as it may not be as drinkable as it seems.

Travel insurance for the trek

Travel insurance is especially mandatory for this trek. All trekkers must provide a copy of their comprehensive travel insurance policy certificate to Mountain Magic Treks. This policy should cover medical and emergency repatriation at high altitudes (up to 6000 meters) along with helicopter rescue and evacuation expenses. We may recommend insurance companies based on the recommendations of our previous clients, but we do not sell insurance policies.

Trekking members are requested to send their details – including insurance information, after they book for trekking. In the event of an emergency, we will use your insurance policy and the information documents you have sent us. This will help us arrange a quick and efficient rescue operation and transfer to a medical facility if necessary. Before purchasing travel insurance, call the company and double-check if they have heli-rescue and evacuation at altitudes up to 6000 meters.

Download Nepal Visa Form

On-Arrival Tourist Visa

To enter Nepal All foreigners require a visa except Indians. You can obtain an on-arrival visa at the Tribhuvan International Airport, and extend your visa at the Immigration Office. You can find details here - www.immigration.gov.np.  

For the visa application, do you need the following details.

• A passport with six months validity
• Passport size photograph
• The visa costs USD 50 for 30 days, payable in cash on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport. Please note that citizens of some countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine and Afghanistan may not obtain an on-arrival visa. Therefore, citizens of these countries should contact the nearest Nepali embassy.

Money exchange in Nepal

Nepalese Rupee (NPR/Rs) is the local currency.

(1 USD = ~Rs. 110-120 NPR approx)

You can exchange most foreign currencies through local banks and legitimate money exchanges around Thamel area. Legal currency exchanges have their running rates displayed visually on their premises. Please note that only 100 and 2000 Indian rupee notes are valid in Nepal. If you carry other Indian notes, they may be confiscated.

We prefer cash exchange to avoid hassles like lengthy process and high bank commission rates. You can withdraw cash (in rupees only) from ATMs in Kathmandu and Thamel; These ATMs are open 24 hours a day. If you are using a foreign card, the maximum withdrawal amount is Rs 35,000 for a processing fee of Rs 500.

If you use the money exchange facility in banks and financial institutions, there is a service charge of about four percent or more depending on the bank.
During the trek, there are no bank or money exchange services. Therefore, you should exchange your money in Kathmandu.

Most of the banks in Nepal do not accept old, torn or faded foreign currency notes. Please make sure that you have new and clean foreign currency notes. 

How much luggage can I take on this trek?

Baggage weight limit is 10 kg per trekker. A porter carries luggage for two people, and the maximum weight is 20 kg.

 We never overload our porters and expect you to carry a small bag with your valuables and essentials. You are free to store your extra luggage either at your hotel or at the Mountain Magic Treks Store. The  Mountain Magic Treks Store feature is completely secure and free.

Safety precautions during the trek

Mountain Magic Treks pays special attention to customer safety, security and satisfaction. We carry all necessary gear, tools, first aid kits, and all our trek leaders/guides have received first aid training. If someone in the team gets sick, your team leader can stop the climb. In case of emergency, we will evacuate by swift helicopter. Since we will be trekking in a group, we will be safe together in the Himalayan desert. 

Responsible Eco tourism

Mountain Magic Treks works towards sustainable tourism, so we try to minimize disturbance to nature. We work with the Kathmandu Environmental Education Project (KEEP) to ensure that our tours are eco-friendly for the benefit of tourists and locals alike.

Mountain Magic Treks Team

On a 12 day trek, you will have well trained and licensed staff who have spent years trekking/climbing. We will arrange porters for you, and they will carry a maximum of 20 kg (10 kg per person). However, if you need additional porters, we can arrange them as well. Our Team members are local people born and raised in the high Himalayas above 3000m/ 9842.52 ft, and their physical endurance is second to none. All our team members - including the porters, are insured, and we look after them in every way.

Our team members are:

• Intensive wildlife first aid training
• Authorized Trekking Guide Training Certificates
• Fluency in English and speaking a major language
• Conservation and Biodiversity Training
• Rock climbing experience

Tipping

Tipping is at the discretion of the customer and should reflect the quality of service. Nepali culture accepts and respects tips as a way of saying thank you. It is best to provide suggestions in the group and on the last trekking day.
Booking and payment process
Mountain Magic Treks is a government authorized, registered, licensed, and bonded trek and tour company with over a decade of experience in Nepal. We are member of Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAN), Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA).

We require a 20 percent advance payment as booking confirmation. Please, send other documents like passport copy, passport size photographs, travel insurance policy, arrival and departure flight details within one week of booking.

You can pay 20 percent in advance via bank transfer, Western Union, or online payment directly from our website, and you can pay in cash, or by bank transfer or credit card when you arrive in Nepal. We will also forward payment option details via email.

Last minute booking in Nepal

Mountain Magic Treks offers last-minute bookings for treks. For this, you need to clear all payments 24 hours before the trip departure date.

Trekking extension

After completing your trek, you may want to stay a few more days in Nepal. You can use this time to explore and visit Kathmandu, Nagarkot and surrounding areas. Other options are- Chitwan Jungle Safari tour, Paragliding, Rafting in Trisuli River, Canoeing etc.

Feedback

After you complete the trek, Mountain Magic Treks will host a farewell dinner. After dinner, Mountain magic will present you with a printed certificate stating your achievement. You can use this time to provide us with your travel feedback

Breakfast:

The first meal of the day is eaten in the early morning and it must replenish your body with energy for longer period of time. In the tea houses, you will be served healthy breakfast like: Porridge/Oats, Muesli,Toast with honey/jam/butter, Eggs,Tibetan Bread, Pancakes, and few more. Check the detail food guide list served at the tea houses.

Lunch:

Meal of the day is served as per the menu of the tea houses. Often, Lunch is as similar as the lunch, like typical Nepali food: dal, bhat, tarkari, achar and continentals. You can also order your favorite appetizer at the tea houses.

Dinner:

Mainly, the typical dinner includes dal, bhat, tarkari, and acchar; means rice, lentils, vegetables, and pickle. The Nepali lunch is best recommended by expert as it refuels the constant body energy. Besides Nepali food, you can get varieties of western meals in lunch like noodles, Momo, pasta, sandwich, pizza, macaronis, spaghetti and etc.

The Everest Region is a Buddhist territory so no animals are slaughtered here. However, meat is carried by the aircraft to Lukla and porters or mules carry it to the tea houses. Therefore, the health experts and our consultant suggest not eating non refrigerated stale meat while trekking in the Himalayas.

Mountain Magic Treks Pvt.Ltd Term & Conditions:

Please read Mountain Magic Treks Pvt. Ltd. Terms and Conditions carefully prior to trip booking. Trekking or mountaineering in the higher elevations of the Himalayas is one of the most adventurous endeavors which carries the risk of AMS, injuries, or even death. Mountain Magic Treks is always concerned about trekkers' comfort, safety, and health while meandering at higher altitudes. We contribute great effort to reduce or control the risk and hazard, but sometimes nature’s curse or fluctuating climate in the Himalayas is beyond our control and we are not responsible for it.
If you are a keen adventure lover and are ready to follow the hereby mentioned terms and conditions, then you are heartily welcome at the Mountain Magic Treks Pvt.Ltd office, Galko Pakha, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal.

Booking Terms and Conditions:

1. All package bookings are handled by Mountain Magic Treks Pvt. Ltd, an authorized adventure company based in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu.

2. The term "trip" formally refers to walking, sightseeing, treks, tours, mountaineering, expeditions, or holidays in the mystical land of Nepal.

3. Mountain Magic Treks faithfully includes all amenities in the package's estimated price.

4. Please go through the itinerary page or trek inclusion/exclusion pages for the details of the cost transparency. The trek cost may vary from one package to another, and some packages don’t include the cost of the following:

Personal travel insurance, medical assistance, and helicopter evacuation.

Visa, passport, and transit point expenses.

Extra meals, entertainment activities, accommodation and transportation costs are not included in the itinerary.

Extra baggage and gratuity

5. For trip confirmation, travelers must pay 20% of the total trip cost up front.

6. You can pay the booking confirmation amount either by credit card or wire transfer. Both payment options are subject to additional bank service fees of up to 4% on top of the sum.

Pay deposit by wire transfer:
Pay to: Mountain Magic Treks Pvt. Ltd
Current A/c: 01908312510017
Paying Bank: Himalayan Bank Ltd
Account Type: Foreign Currency (USD.)
Branch: Thamel
Bank Street Address: Karmachari Sanchaya Kosh Building, Tridevi Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
SWIFT CODE: HIMANPKA

Or

Payment for Booking:
Payment can be done through the below option:
Bank Transfer:
Account Name: Mountain Magic Treks Pvt. Ltd
Account Number: 0570010152240
Paying Bank: Mega Bank Nepal Limited
Account Type: Local Currency (Nepali.)
Address: Thamel Branch, Kathmandu, Nepal
SWIFT CODE: MBNLNPKA
Bank service charges related to submitting a deposit are the responsibility of a client:
Risk and Liabilities:
(Bank service charges related to submitting a deposit are the responsibility of the client)

7. The trip will be booked once the payment is made by the travelers. We will send you the confirmation letter via email and guarantee that you will receive all of the services listed in the itinerary.

8. The final payment must be submitted at the Mountain Magic Treks office or at the hotel where you will be staying before the tip departure. Otherwise, you will not be legitimate for the trip and no final documentation will be disclosed before payment.

9. Regarding the trip cancellation, we offer a free trip cancellation service upon submission of a trustable reason before 90 days of the departure date with adequate evidence and written reasons. 

10. If you cancel the trip 60 days prior to the departure date, then a 75% cancellation fee will be levied from the booking amount.

11. An 85% cancellation fee will be levied if you cancel the trip before 30 days of the trip's departure date.

12. The company will be unable to refund the earlier paid (20%) booking fee if you cancel the trek before 15 days of departure.

13. There will be no payment refund if you voluntarily leave or cancel the trip once it has started, but if you are forced to leave due to unforeseen immediate circumstances, then payment can be refunded after proper discretion.

14. We guarantee your safe and successful trip; however, the company reserves the right to cancel the trip if there will be no minimum number of travelers. The company will postpone or manage alternative trips in this condition.

15. If the company cancels the trip due to any unforeseen circumstances which are beyond our control (i.e. natural disaster, flight cancellation, strikes, wars, riots, quarantine, government intervention policy, weather conditions), we will refund after deduction of the minimum operating cost involved.

16. If you want to change your booking date, the booking amendment request must be made 90 days prior to the original trip departure.

17. If trekkers demand to change the departure date prior to 60 days of the final departure, US $ 50.00 per person will be charged as a cancellation fee. The cost of the trip may also be increased if the market price soars higher during the postponed trip date.

18. The policy of our company is that trekkers must have an insurance policy contract if they want to trek with Mountain Magic Treks. The policy must feature medical coverage, air ambulance, helicopter evacuation facility, and flight cancellation insurance if possible.

19. Mountain Magic Treks and Expedition organizes various adventurous trips, which have a high-risk factor and demand more physical stamina and training. If you can’t accomplish the trek due to your physical inability or sickness, we are not obliged to refund the payment.

20. During the trip, there may be hindrances, obstacles, or circumstances such as political riots, insurgencies, accidents, climate change, or natural disasters. Make sure you are ready to deal with all of these problems.

21. The trip route, accommodation and modes of transport may be changed without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances. It is for your convenience and safety, so I hope you will display flexible human nature in this context.

22. While changing the route, transportation, accommodation, or itinerary due to the above circumstances, we may charge an additional fee or lower the cost as per the total expenses of the entire trek.

23. Mountain Magic Treks holds all the authority to decline, accept, detain, or retain any member of the trip if we find anyone suspicious or indisciplined. If you want to trek with Mountain Magic Treks, you must accept our leadership during the whole trip.

24. Mountain Magic Treks has contracted with a network of companies, the government of Nepal, and individuals to assist the travelers during the trip. These third parties are qualified to perform the duties as contracted. We are not liable in the event of loss, damage, or irregularities if the third parties don’t perform their duties properly.

25. Mountain Magic Treks is not liable for any law or rule violations committed by travelers in any country.

26. This agreement is governed by the laws of the Government of Nepal. No individual, including employees, representatives, or guides of the company, can alter the terms and conditions.

27. In exceptional circumstances, these terms and conditions may be waived by submitting a written request to the director. Only the director of the company has all the rights to amend them.

28. Travelers must be physically and mentally fit for the trek. It is compulsory to bring health certificates along with proper legal documents for trip approval if asked.

29. Mountain Magic Treks is not liable for any additional costs or compensation incurred as a result of a flight being canceled or delayed due to weather or other factors. We can manage alternative arrangements on special requests, which may require additional extra cost.

30. We have displayed authentic, genuine, and accurate information on our official website and brochure. If you notice any errors, incomplete or incorrect information, please notify us as soon as possible.

Please read all the terms and conditions mentioned above before making the bookings. You must abide by these conditions if you fancy trekking in the Himalayas with Mountain Magic Treks Pvt. Ltd.