Everest View Trek

Everest View Trek: difficulty and terrain

Everest View Trek is a moderate trek with a fair share of challenging steep ascends and descends. Mind you, descents are as difficult as ascents, so don't take it lightly and be careful on the track. You will be walking 6 to 7 hours a day at a minimum; therefore, you have to be in good health and fitness. 

The trail winds through dense forests, and the region gets remote with an increase in elevation. You have to walk in thin air before touching the Everest region, which can get challenging for some trekkers. Along with that, you always have to look for altitude sickness and make sure you do not get any symptoms. You can learn more about altitude sickness here.

Best time to go on Everest View Trek

To enjoy the trek to its fullest, you have to trek in the spring and autumn. Spring (March to April) and autumn (October to November) are the best times of the year to go on the Everest Base Camp Trek. These seasons have moderate climates and stable weather. 

The trail sees hundreds of flowers bloom in the spring. Autumn adds the warmth of festivity to the environment as the Nepalese celebrate their biggest festivals in this season. Trekking Everest View in winter is possible, but you have to be well prepared to face the cold and possible trail blockage. The monsoon is not a good time of the year to trek to EBC.

Everest View Trek accommodation

The Everest View Trekking route is one of the most developed trekking routes in the Himalayas; therefore, you will get both luxury and budget-friendly accommodations. Our Everest View Trek package includes a lodge stay. The rooms will be small, with limited furniture and a double bed. Likewise, the washroom will be shared or private, depending on the lodge. 

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided during the trek. The food will be served as per the menu of the lodge. You can get dishes like rice, curries, momo, noodles, pasta, pizza, sandwiches, soup, toast, eggs, meat, veggies, porridge, bakery items, tea, coffee, Thukpa, etc. 

Everest View Trek Weather and temperature

The Everest View Trek is a high-altitude area where weather conditions are unpredictable. Below is a brief description of the average weather and temperatures in the Everest View Trek.

• Spring season: During the spring season, the daytime temperature ranges from 10 to 15 degrees Celsius and the nighttime temperature ranges from 0 to -10 degrees Celsius.
• Monsoon season: The normal temperature in the daytime is 22 degrees Celsius, while it drops to 4 degrees Celsius at night. 
• Autumn season: The average temperature of the day is around 17 degrees Celsius and the nighttime temperature is -8 degrees Celsius.
• Winter season: The winter season is cold, especially in the Himalayan region, like Everest base camp and its areas. The daytime temperature is -5 degrees Celsius, while it drops to -15 degrees Celsius at night.

Flight, transportation, and luggage for Everest View Trek

When going on the Everest View Trek, you should be serious about flight prebookings, transportation planning, and luggage packing. Below is some useful information regarding flight transportation, and luggage for the Everest View Trek.

• International and internal Flights:  If you are traveling from abroad, it requires a visa and passport. Visa on arrival is only for some countries make sure to check your eligibility for the visa on arrival before booking the flight. You can carry 23 kg, including your luggage and hand baggage, on your international flight. The flight to Lukla allows only 15 kg of luggage. For extra weight of the duffel bag or day pack, you have to pay an extra amount of money.
• Luggage needed for the trek: A duffel bag of 80L capacity and a 50-65L backpack are required for carrying essential equipment. Typically, the porter will carry the duffel bag while you are responsible for carrying your own backpack. You may need a small, 20–30-liter day backpack to carry your essentials during the day’s hike.

Altitude sickness on Everest View Trek

High-altitude sickness is common in high-altitude areas like the Everest View Trek. So, you need to prepare yourself for the coming challenges and possible altitude-related risks. Common symptoms like shortness of breath, fatigue, nausea, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, erratic sleep insomnia are seen in patients. So, to be able to adapt to the increasing altitude and decreasing oxygen levels, acclimatization is necessary.

Inform your trek leader if you see any symptoms of your mate or your own. In case of any emergencies, descend to the lower altitudes quickly. You can prevent these symptoms by Slowing ascent, taking rest while climbing, sleeping at lower altitudes, staying hydrated, and having nutritious foods.

Trekking grade of Everest View Trek

The Everest View trek is a strenuous one. Some key factors contributing to the difficulty of the Everest View Trek are higher altitude levels of up to 5,364 meters, paths with steep ascents and descents, rocky trails, glaciers, long walking hours, basic accommodations, and so on. While preparing for the challenges, adequate acclimatization, a good level of physical and mental fitness, and proper gear can help overcome the challenges.

Toilet and shower facilities in Everest View Trek

The toilet facilities in the Everest View trek are basic, like traditional squat-type toilets. In some newly built houses, there are Western-style flush toilets. Toilet paper is not available in the tea house so bring your own.

Moreover, hot shower facilities are available in lower-altitude areas like Lukla and Namche Bazaar. When you go to higher altitudes, the same hot shower may be expensive for you. At places near the Everest View Trek, there may not be available shower facilities. You have to shower by using buckets. And in some teahouses, there may be a cold shower option only.

Telephone, Internet, and Electricity of Everest View Trek

In most of the teahouses, you can find the electricity generated from the solar panels. Charging facilities may be available, better to carry a power bank for your convenience. In terms of internet facilities, you can get internet facilities, just like charging facilities, in the lower altitudes. However, it may be difficult to find reliable internet facilities. For telephone facilities, buy a local sim card before going for the Everest View Trek. Just keep in mind that the local SIM card may not work in some places.

Trekking Equipment for Everest View Trek

 In terms of trekking equipment, you will need the following equipment for your Everest View trek:.

• Clothes: The essential clothes include Thermal tops and leggings (3+ sets), Trekking trousers (2 pairs), Underwear (minimum 3 pairs), Trekking socks (4+ pairs), Light gloves, a Sunhat with ear protection, a Waterproof jacket, and trousers, an Insulating jacket (down or synthetic), and so on.
• Essentials like water bottles, headlamps with spare batteries, Sunglasses and hard case, Sunscreen and lip balm with SPF, Toiletries and towels, Basic first aid kit, Trekking poles, and so on.
• Sturdy trekking boots with ankle support A 35-45L day backpack for daily use and a duffel bag of 80L capacity Season sleeping bag and sleeping pad for insulation, warmth, and comfort.

Customize Itineraries and Trip Extensions

Everest View Trek itinerary can be customized and trips can be extended further based on your preferences and fitness level. The customization of the trek itinerary means extra days for acclimatization days, side trips to nearby landmarks, and so on. The trip extensions include visiting the nearby villages, monasteries, or viewpoints, or even extending your trek to include other destinations.

As a mystic adventure representative, we will organize, customize, and extend your trekking journey through the Himalayas.

Group Leader and Crew in the Everest View Trek

Our certified trekking guide will assist you during your trekking journey. We also provide sherpa staff for carrying your heavy baggage and one porter will carry the luggage of two guests.

Tips to make the Everest View Trek 

• Double-check all the gear and clothing before embarking on the trek.
• Carry a reusable water bottle and fill it in the lodge/tea shops along the route.
• It will save you a lot of money and also keep the environment clean.
• You may not find ATMs beyond Namche Bazar, so withdraw enough cash to use further on the trail.
• Do know that you may have to pay a few extra bucks to use services like WiFi, hot showers, and charging booths at some places.
• Carry a Nepali SIM card to use cellular data on the way (the network may not be stable all the time).
• Carry extra batteries or a solar charger.
• You can tip any amount you like to the crew members. To give you a general idea, this is what we recommend: USD 150 to the porter & guide, USD 5 to the tour guide, and USD 2 to the driver.
• Always walk on the mountainside, especially when yaks and mules are passing by.
• Drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated.
• Hydration is the key to avoiding altitude sickness.
• Always say namaste to the locals, touching both palms and bending a little.