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Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal in January

Are you planning for Everest base camp trekking in January? Well, it’s absolutely possible with the proper equipment, arrangements, and determinations.

Obviously, Everest base camp trek is one of the best trekking destinations on earth where thousands of travelers visit every year.

Trek to world’s highest peak gives you a delightful experience of breathtaking sceneries of Himalayas, the unique culture of legendary Sherpa culture, and various flora and fauna.

Trek to EBC, it’s a moderate to challenging trek that does not require any special mountain technical skills to complete the journey.

The Everest base camp trek, it’s a trip a lifetime! The trek gives you a golden opportunity to explore the grand Himalayas view Everest, Lhotse, Ama-Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, and many other untouchable surrounded snowy capes of Everest region.

Normally, a huge numbers of travel enthusiasts have a dream of conquering the trip on the foot of the highest mountain in the world once in a lifetime. To complete the whole journey it takes about 12-14 days including some extra for the acclimatization somewhere in between before you reach the base camp.

The popular Everest base camp combines with the striking views of Kalapathar, From Kalapathr, you see the stunning and closest towering view of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Pumori. Kalapathar is one of the best places to see the sunrise view over the top of the magnificent Himalayas in the Khumbu region.

Particularly, Everest base camp trek in Nepal in January it’s extremely possible and there are plenty of advantages being there, possibility to get the first flight to Lukla (it’s very important to all the travelers because the flights can be canceled or postponed in the mountain due the unpredictable weather), less crowded with best facilities room, foods, and no traffic jam. However, Everest base camp trek is one of the most crowded trekking routes in Nepal, being a part of this trek in this month is a very good option for those travelers who want to avoid traffic with fewer crowds.

Weather in Everest Base Camp in January

The weather in the Everest region in January is usually dry and stable. There are generally clear skies and you will get to observe the great views of the mountains and its scenery, January is a final month of the winter season in Nepal and temperature is slowly getting better day by day. In January, the average temperature in the daytime can be reached 14-20 °C and night can drop down even negative when you are above the 4500 meters high above the sea level. However, there is not an exact and accurate temperature in the Himalaya region.

Overall, the weather in January is clear and offers views with now clouds.

Everest base camp trek highlights

Trekking in Everest base camp the base camp of the highest mountain in the world

Reach World’s highest airport ( Syangboche Airport)

Walk around the ancient Buddhist monastery in Khumbu valley

Explore the unique culture and lifestyles of the legendary Sherpa people

A striking mountains view of Everest, Lhotse, Thamserku and many more

Reach Everest base camp (5364m)

Walk through the deepest glacier in the world, it’s called Khumbu glacier

Equipment lists

Recommended pieces of equipment lists for trekking

Sun and Warm hats

Headlight and Sunscreen +40

Sunglass, Face wipes and towels

Warm Gloves and body clothing

Down or fiber-filled jacket (the company will be provided in rent)

2 pairs of hiking t-shirts, preferably quick drying, possibly thermal tops for the treks

Fleece jacket and sweaters

Poncho and rain jacket

Socks, preferably cotton –mix

Lightweight cotton trekking pants with folding option

The proper Trekking Boots

Socks preferably cotton sports socks but take some extra pairs

Medical kit

General Tips for Trekking in Nepal in January

Here are the general tips for trekking in Everest base camp in January, in order to make your journey hassle-free

Hire an experienced and certified guide who can provide the information about the trek day by day.

Pack up well and avoid drinking alcohol stuff when you are at high elevations

Be Prepared and bring warm clothing with you

Take proper hiking boots with warm socks

Learn about the history and destination in general before you go

Take proper water bottles to take water when you trek in the mountain

Take some training like jogging, walking, and stay fit before you go up to the mountain

Never rush, walk slowly and steady when you are above the 2500 meters above

Take fresh meals when you hike and drink plenty of water as much as you can to avoid the altitude sickness

Walk together with friends or guide when you are at very high altitude

Always stay hydrated and take some medication kit including the altitude sickness peals,

Alternative Treks in Everest Region in January

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Everest Base Camp Trek

Go on one of the best and popular trekking routes on earth, it’s a trek to the base camp of the world’s highest peak which introduces sensational mountain vistas of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and more. Pass through the magnificent sherpa villages of Khumbu region and explore the local culture on this 14-day private tour with our Nepal tour guide.

Everest Cho La Pass Trek

Get ready for 17 days amazing adventure trekking to Everest Base Camp via Gokyo- Chola Pass which has always an absolute adventure into the heart of the Everest region.

However, the Everest Cho La Pass Trek offers you the opportunity to be in mesmerizing combines valley of Khumbu and Gokyo as well as the edge of serene Gokyo Lake.

In addition, this trek gives you great short hike to the summit of Gokyo Ri offers spectacular views of the entire Everest Himalayan range including Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Choyu, Makalu and many more.

Everest Panorama View Trek

Everest panorama view trek is obviously one of the great options for travelers to face the magnificent panoramic mountains view of entire Everest region.

However, Everest Panorama view trek leads you through the breathtaking villages of Sherpa people, gorgeous rhododendron flowers, Ancient Buddhist monastery, many walls and array of pine forests with flora and fauna into the Sagarmatha national park of Khumbu valley.

Conclusion

The Everest Base Camp trek in January will let you have a great experience of variety of culture, lush forest of rhododendron and pines, Alpine slopes, many prayer walls, ancients Buddhist monasteries and best of the wilderness on the footprint of Everest,Remember that, sometimes, flights to and from Lukla may be canceled due to unpredictable weather in the mountain, Alpine Ramble Treks recommend you to add a couple of days to your trip as the weather in the mountains can be unpredictable, resulting in flight can be delayed or cancelled in programs if you add any spares then you can wait for few days .

Do you still have any questions in your mind then feel free to write to us about your trip? Our expert will be pleased to assist you anytime to meet your expectations and needs, Have a wonderful time ahead and keep your adventure spirit alive!

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Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary - 12 DAYS

Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary – 12 days

Are you an adventurous person who likes to explore the world’s most charming and tallest mountain in the Himalayas ranges?

If yes, here is the best option for you to visit once in a lifetime, a journey to Everest base camp the highest mountain in the world. Perhaps, everyone in this world knows Mt. Everest (8,848 m) is the highest mountain in the world lies in northern part of Nepal.

And it’s a not about to climb all the way up to submit it’s just an amazing hike up to the Everest base camp where almost every people have a dream to accomplish it before they die because it’s a destination where of course, people would like to reach in a lifetime.

The Everest Base camp trek itself an amazing which offers a wide range of fantastic mountain vistas including the Mt Everest, Lhotse, Thamserku, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Cholatse, Twaboche, Makalu, Island peak, and many others amazing surrounding snowy caves, Whoever, Everest base camp trek became one of the most popular trekking destinations after successfully completed climbing by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa in 1953. Now, it’s nominated as one of the top ten travel destinations in the world.

Eventually, there are two major trekking seasons for a trek to Everest Base Camp 1 autumn (October – November) 2 springs (April –May)

Everest base camp trek Highlights

• Magnificent Giant Mountain views of whole Everest region • Everest base camp (5364 m) the roof of the world • An experience that takes you on a joy ride into the wilderness with the beauty of nature that shines back to you • Explore the unique culture, the tradition, and lifestyle of the local Sherpa people • The hospitality of the mountain people and their costume • Visit the old and ancients Buddhist monasteries in Tengboche and Namche Bazaar • Aspect the Flora and the faun, Chortens, monasteries, pray flags, wild animal, and waterfall.

Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary – 12 days

Day 01: Fly Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding

Altitude 2810m- walking hours (4/5 hrs)

Today you have a scenic flight (35min) from Kathmandu to Lukla. The trek starts from Lukla by following the downhill stroll and Dudh Koshi River, passing through the Sherpa villages of Chhupulung, Ghat and then reaches Phakding. The trail offers some majestic and alluring views mountains and beautiful landscapes where you will see Tibetan words carved in rocks and multi-color Buddhist flags are hanging around the mani walls it makes the trek more exciting, During the trek to Phakding you will pass through the suspension bridges, green landscapes, view of surrounding of snowy caves. After 4 hours walk, you will make to Phakding where you stay overnight at lodge.

Day 02: Phakding to Namche Bazaar

Altitude: 3,450m/11,315ft – walking hours (5/ 6hrs)

Today, you have almost 12 km from Phakding to Namche Bazar which will take about 4/5 hours to reach Namche Bazaar the capital of Sherpa people. The journey will start after having the breakfast at your hotel and passing through the lush pine forest crossing the Dudkosi River, after 2 hours walk you will enter the Manjo Village where you have to check your TIMS and Permit cards at entrance office and after trip 20 minutes walk to Jorsale village for lunch stop. Jorsale is the last village before you reach Namche. Further than Jorsale, then a short walk brings you to the deep and short, Hillary Bridge which is well known as twin bridge of Everest region. After crossing the bridge, the trial constantly we follow steep uphill for about another 2 hours climb to arrive at the center point Khumbu region, Overnight stay at the local tea house.

Day 03: Rest and acclimatization day.

Everest View Hike: 3800m- walking distance: 2hours

Today you’ll have an acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar after 2 days trek from Lukla, you can be seen a spectacular mountain vistas of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Cholatse, Thamserku, Kwangde, Khandala, gorgeous Ama Dablam from Namche, However, the acclimatization day will let you hike up to the Syangboche airport (The highest airport in the world) and Everest view Lodge which takes around 2 hours from Namche Bazaar. As soon as you reach Everest view lodge you will witness the mountain views of Mt. Everest with the great panorama of Khumbu Himalayas range, and return back to Namche and enjoy your evening at Namche Bazaar with free Everest Movie at Liquid Bar. Stay overnight at Lodge.

Day 04: Namche to Tengboche

Altitude: 3,860m/12,677ft– walking hours (5/ 6hrs)

Today you’ll trek along the high way of Everest (one man’s contribution to trekkers and local) this section of the trek includes the famous descent to the Dudh-Koshi River and the equally famous ascent along the rhododendron forests through the Phunki Thanga, across the Imja Khola River and up to Tengboche monastery. Upon reaching Tengboche, we visit Tengboche Monastery- This is one of the spiritual vital carrying Buddhist monasteries in Khumbu region in the views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and other peaks, etc, stay overnight at Tengboche.

Day 05: Tengbuche to Dingboche 4,410m/14,485ft- 4/5hrs.

Altitude: 4410m/14,485ft– walking hours (5/ 6hrs)

Your destination of today is Dingbuche, Dingbuche is a small Sherpa village which is surrounded by beautiful mountains, the place is well known as an acclimatization point different general trekking and climbing en routes, it’s a gateway of Khumbu trekking peaks where basically you could prepare for climbing to the Island peak, Ama- Dablam and Kongma- La Pass, these are the most charming and popular trekking peaks of Everest region. The path from Tengbuche to Dingbuche is commonly uphill. We pass several Chortens, Mani-stone walls, small villages, and marvel at one of the most beautiful mountains in the world, Ama-Dablam. After lunch at Somare, the trail leads north face of Ama Dablam, into the Imja Khola Valley. We cross the Lobuche River and hike up to Dingboche for a well-earned rest. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 06: Acclimatization Day

Today you have another day for acclimatization at Dingbuche before you climb higher up to Everest Basecamp, physically; you need to have adopted with high elevation and thin air before you go to cross the height above five thousand meters from sea level. Today you will not spend the day by sleeping at hotel you will have a short acclimatization walk up the ridge above the Dingbuche for about 2/3 hundred meters away from the hotel, once you started climbing you will be able to see enjoy the stunning Lhotse face, Nuptse, Island peak, Cho Oyu, Makalu (6th highest mountains in the world) and many other admiring surrounding snowy caves, and the village is beautiful with an array of fields enclosed by stone walls to protect barley and potatoes from the cold wind. Stay overnight at lodge

Day 07: Dingboche to Lobuche 4,910m/16,105ft- 4hrs.

Altitude: 4910m/16,105ft– walking hours (4/5hrs)

The trek to Labuche will be an exciting one today after spending 2 days at Dingbuche, as you climb slowly up to Labuche you will be able to see the surprising view 360 degrees mountain views while ascending your day. The trail leads the steep climb up to the ridge at top Chukpo Lari where we have heart poignant line of memorials in tribute to the climbers who have died on Mt. Everest expeditions since starting. Instantly the short gradual-up walk brings you at Lobuche and you have the glimpse of the border Himalayas, Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 08: Lobuche to Gorkshep and Everest Base Camp and back to 5,185m/17010ft- 4hrs.

Altitude: 5364m/17,105ft– walking hours (5/6hrs)

Today is the most exciting and long-awaited day. Leaving from Lubuche the trail leads flat meadow for while then following the Khumbu Glacier northwards and short climbing up. Then the trail climbs onto the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier to Gorak Shep. The path provides the superb view of massive Khumbu Glacier and trans-Himalayas. Upon our arrival at Gorak Shep check in the room then after lunch we walk to Everest Base Camp. The trail continues on the moraine of Khumbu glacier and path often change on the season because of melting of the glacier. Once we reach Base Camp, we take a photograph then retracing to Gorakshep. Overnight at lodge.

Day 09: 2 hours Hike from Gorkshep to Kalapather 5,545m/18,187ft – Pariche 4,250m/13,940ft- 5hrs.

Wake up early morning today then 2hrs climbing-up bring you at Kalapathar on the bottom of Mt. Pumori. From Kalapathar we see the sunrise on the majestic Himalayas in 360º degree including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lola, Khumbutse, Ama Table, Tabuchi, Cholatse, Thamserku and numerous other peaks with the excellent views of Everest Base camp and Khumbu glacier. Then have a breakfast after that continue to walk through the moraine of Khumbu glacier and passing Lobuche, you descend back down beautiful valley to Pheritse, Overnight at lodge.

Day 10: Pheriche to Namche 3,450/11,315 ft 6hrs.

Altitude: 3450m/11,315ft– walking hours (5/6hrs)

The trail leads descending passes through the beautiful Sherpa villages and we get the bank into Dudkosi River then after cross the river trail goes into the forest via Dingboche after that climbing up to Tengboche. Then descending through the rhododendron forest cross the river continues to walk up to Kanjuma then easy walk with great views of Ama Table to Namche Bazaar, Overnight at lodge.

Day 12: Namche to Lukla 2,850m/9,350ft- 6hrs.

Altitude: 2850m/9,350ft– walking hours (about 6hrs)

Today the trail descends the steep section back to the same way as we crossed Jorsalle, Manjo, Benkar, Phakding and other small villages on the way. Enjoy walking with several suspension bring over Dhud Koshi river. is the time to celebrate and to reflect on an incredible experience, described by most as, “unbelievable,” “life-changing,” “unimaginable,” “quantum shift in consciousness,” “should be on everyone’s bucket list,” etc,

Day 12: Fly Lukla/Kathmandu 35minutes.

Today you have the scenic flight back to Kathmandu, Upon arrival at Kathmandu then our driver will take you to the hotel, now time to have a good rest and shopping for family and friends. Also in evening, our company will give you the farewell dinner at the restaurant with traditional shows, overnight at hotel.

Don’t let go of this golden opportunity to trek to the Everest base camp (top of the world), For more information about the Everest Base Camp please contact us

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