Dingboche Valley
Lhotse Shar View from Dingboche
View from Tengboche Monastery
Mt.Everest view from Kala Patthar
Everest Base Camp Trek
- Duration : 16 Days
- Primary activity : Trekking and Hiking
- Secondary activity: Nature and Sherpa culture
- Group size : Min 1
- Max-Altitude : 5545 m / 18,192 ft
- Country: Nepal
- Transportation: privet Vehicle and Domestic Flight
- Trip starts from: kathmandu
- Ends in: kathmandu
- Meals: Nepali & continental
- Type: Tea-House
- Accomodation: Hotel & Tea-house
- Trip Route: Kathmandu - Lukla -Phakding-Namche Bazzar-Tengboche-Dingboche-Lobuche-Gorak Shep-Everest Base Camp-Gorak Shep-Kala Patthar-Pheriche-Khumjung-Phakding-Lukla-Kathmandu
Trip Introduction
Everest Base Camp trek is the most popular trekking adventure experience in the Everest region of Nepal. During our Everest Base camp trek, we will get amazing views of the world’s highest peak Everest along with Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu. Along with views Everest base camp trek is an opportunity to explore the culture and traditions of local Sherpas, the unsung heroes of Everest. From visiting local Buddhist monasteries and chortens to spotting Himalayan flora and fauna, we get the chance to follow the steps of the great Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa in 1953.
After your arrival at Kathmandu Airport followed by sightseeing around the world heritage sites and necessary trek preparation, we fly to Lukla on a scenic mountain flight. Then we start trekking towards Phakding. Initially, we follow the Dudh Koshi River crossing over various suspension bridges, through dense forests and arrive at the Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar. We design our Everest base camp trek itinerary professionally to minimize the risk of Acute Mountain Sickness. We acclimatize at Namche Bazaar which is a major hotspot for trekkers and adventure lovers. Continuing we trek towards Tengboche, Dingboche and Lobuche. At Tengboche we visit an ancient monastery where we get to see their traditions and rituals. From Lobuche, we cross Gorakshep, and finally we step into the base camp of highest mountain in the world. Then while returning we will also have great panoramic views of Everest, Ama dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse and other neighboring peaks from popular view point of Kalapathar. Then after we will follow the same route down to Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu.
Everest base camp trek can be joined by anyone who loves to trek around the foothills of the Himalayas while possessing a good level of physical fitness and a passion for walking and exploring new places. The best seasons for Everest base camp trek would be autumn from Sept to Nov and spring from March to May. Join Everest base camp trek with Nepal Mountain Trekkers for amazing Everest memories that you will cherish in years to come.
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Rilascio il mio apprezzamento per l'onesta di Ramesh dimostrata in occasione del nostro trekking nel kumbu valley.Arrivati a Denboche mia moglie è stata colpita dalla violenta tosse dovuta all'aria secca di lassù e dopo due giorni di attesa per vedere gli sviluppi siamo stati costretti a malincuore a fare dietrofront.Avevamo pagato anticipatamente all'agenzia Nepal Mountain Trekkers il costo per il portatore (il buon Nima) per 20 giorni e al rientro a Ktm. visto che il trekking si era concluso in 15 giorni ci è stata restituita la somma dei giorni non utilizzati.Non è da tuttiFranco e Sonia.
We met Mr. Ramesh Dhakal during our Everest basecamp Trek. He was very helpful and very kind. He gave us a lot of helpful advices. We stayed his hotel which name is hotel horizon. Although the hotel is in the centre of Thamel, it is very quiet and very nice and clean. We highly recommend Nepal Mountain Trekkers and hotel Horizon. Our guide Ngima Tamang was very helpful and very kind. We highly recommend him.
After seeing some excellent reviews on Trip Advisor, we booked our 18 days Sagarmatha Trekking package with Nepal Mountain Trekkers.The team of company came to T.I.A for us received us on the evening and took us on the hotel horizen thamel and from the 2nd day we start our packing for adventure trekking with my 9 friends for 18 days, From the begging i had noticed this tour goona be one of the most adventure tour since, at the end too i felt my heart was not wrong.Thanks Nepal Mountain Trekkers team, our guide and porters. A tour company for respect. Hope to see you again on 2017/18.
My first trip to Nepal was in 2010, I contacted with Mr Ramesh Dhakal in Thamel and had a great impression; I asked about the activities I wanted to do (Everest Base Camp trek, Annapurna trek, cultural visits to the cities in Kathmandu Valley, sports...). Ramesh explained to me very kindly about all these activities, very deeply, with all the recomendations about the gear, the food, the guide, and made feel very safe, so I felt convinced about doing the activities with the company and no soloing. He told me a very important thing to me: "Here in Nepal we are happy if you are happy, because if you are happy you´ll come back. We are not interested in cheating people in any means". We discussed the prices and never felt cheated. After that I met my guide Min Nepali, who was with me almost the entire tiem I spent in Nepal, and we became best friends. Ramesh and Min are really wonderful people, taught me a lot and more about Nepal, the nature, the people, the cities, and moreover with their attitude I learned the beatiful people that are Nepali peoples. Also Mr Devaraj Dhakal, the manager of the hotel the company runs, and all the staff made my journey an experience to remember. From temples to jungle to mountain passes (Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Region, Chitwan, Helambu route, Kathmandu, Bakthapur, Patan, bungee jumping, elefant riding...).And after that...From that trip I fell in love with Nepal, so in March 2015 I came back to Nepal with my wife, and of course we contacted Ramesh again. We did the Everest Base Camp route with Min Nepali again, this time more than a guide, he was a brother to us. Never felt treated so well. This time my wife also fell in love with Nepal.From my experience, if you go to Nepal don´t doubt to contact Nepal Mountain Trekkers. Ramesh Dhakal and his staff will make the very best to make your trip a wonderful experience.
Itinerary Overview
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,300m /4,264 ft)
Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation
Day 03: Kathmandu – Lukla – Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft): 40 minutes flight, 3- 4 hours trek (Trekking times only)
Day 04: Phakding – Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280 ft): 5 – 6 hrs
Day 05: Namche Bazaar: Rest day
Day 06: Namche Bazzar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft): 5 – 6 hrs
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300ft):5 – 6 hrs
Day 08: Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300ft): Rest Day
Day 09: Dingboche -Lobuche (4940 m/16,207 ft): 6 – 7 hrs
Day 10: Lobuche – Gorak Shep (5,170 m/16,961ft) – Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,594ft) – Gorak Shep: 8 – 9 hrs
Day 11: Gorak Shep – Kala Patthar (5545m/18,192ft)- Pheriche (4280 m/14,070 ft): 8 – 9 hrs
Day 12: Pheriche to Khumjung (3,780m / 12,401 ft ) 6 – 7 hrs
Day 13: Khumjung to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft): 4 – 5 hrs
Day 14: Phakding to Lukla(2,860 m/9,383 ft): 3 – 4 hrs
Day 15: Lukla – Kathmandu
Day 16: Farewell Friend
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Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,300m /4,264 ft):
Warm welcome to naturally blessed and culturally rich Himalayan country,Nepal. Upon your arrival at Kathmandu for joining Everest Base Camp Trek, you will be met by representative from Nepal Mountain Trekkers at Tribhuwan International Airport arrival terminals and he will transfer you to your respective hotel (Hotel Horizon). After check in at hotel, you can enjoy the free time relaxing at cozy room or stroll around tourist hub thamel area until end of the day.
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Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation:
You will be beginning your first morning in Nepal with early meal at your hotel and visit to Nepal Mountain Trekkers office at Thamel. After being introduced with our team including tour guide, trekking leader and director of operations, we head for necessary trekking preparations, getting needed equipments with initiation of Kathmandu sightseeing around world heritage sites. Kathmandu Durbar square, Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath temple and Boudhanath stupa are UNESCO world heritage sites that we explore till sunset. Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu.
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Day 03: Kathmandu – Lukla – Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft): 40 minutes flight, 3- 4 hours trek (Trekking times only):
After having your early meal, you will be transferred to airport to catch a short domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, the gateway to Everest. In just 45 minutes of flight, we get wonderful chance to view snow capped mountains and will be landing between the hills at Tenjing-Hillary airstrip in no time. After arriving at Lukla, we get introduced with our trekking crew and start our trekking activity towards Phakding. It will be quite an exciting first day of trekking at Everest region. Overnight stay at Phakding.
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Day 04: Phakding – Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280 ft): 5 – 6 hrs:
We have our early meal and start our journey with few ascends and descends crossing Dudhkoshi River through suspension bridge. Gradually moving ahead entering Sagarmatha National Park located at Monjoo, proceed towards Jorasale and continue day’s walk until we arrive at popular Sherpa village of Namche Bazar. Today, we have our quick stop at Chautara and the fabulous views of snow capped peaks already starts to appear. We stay overnight at Namche Bazar.
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Day 05: Namche Bazaar: Rest day:
Today we have our first of acclimatization days. It is very important to have proper acclimatization to avoid possible risks of acute mountain sickness or altitude sickness. And during the acclimatization days, it is recommended to get involved in physical activities instead of just taking rest. We will therefore, go for a short hike around nearby Thame or simply take a look around Namche bazaar. Here, we also get an exclusive chance to meet likeminded travelers, Everest summiters and have a close look at lifestyle of local Sherpa inhabitants. We will stay overnight in Namche Bazar.
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Day 06: Namche Bazzar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft): 5 – 6 hrs:
We start our day after having our breakfast and continue our journey to Tengboche with awesome views of Everest Himalayan ranges. We gradually make our way through beautiful Everest trekking trails, spot alpine flora and fauna, have our lunch at Phuki Thega and finally arrive at Tengboche at end of the day. The major attractions here would be visit to ancient Tengboche Buddhist monastery with rich cultural/traditional insights and capture close views of Everest, Amadablam and other neighboring peaks. Overnight stay in Tengboche.
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Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300ft):5 – 6 hrs :
It will be another exciting day of our Everest Base Camp Trek while heading towards Dingboche crossing through beautiful forests, numerous suspension bridges via Imja River, visiting chortens while exploring rare Himalayan flora and fauna. As we climb higher and gain altitudes, the views become more and more clear. We stay overnight at Dingboche.
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Day 08: Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300ft): Rest Day:
We will be setting up acclimatization day today as it is very important in EBC to let your body adapt according to changing altitude surroundings. Before trekking towards glacier moraines and tougher trails at high altitude, we get ready for the challenges by going for hikes to nearby hills and monasteries that provide great insights into local cultures and traditions. So, even if it’s called as rest day, it will be rather active day instead hiking around nearby hills. And at the end of the day, we return Dingboche for overnight stay.
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Day 09: Dingboche -Lobuche (4940 m/16,207 ft): 6 – 7 hrs :
Today we start our day early in the morning after having our breakfast pushing ourselves forward through small isolated small village of Dughla. After having our lunch at the trails, we slowly climb up towards Lobuche through barren lands surrounded by small shrubs without much of vegetations. In this way, we finally arrive at Lobuche where we will be staying for overnight stay.
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Day 10: Lobuche – Gorak Shep (5,170 m/16,961ft) – Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,594ft) – Gorak Shep: 8 – 9 hrs:
Leaving behind Lobuche, we move ahead towards our last overnight station during our Everest base camp trek at Gorakshep. Situated at 5100 meters altitude above sea level, there might be a chance of high altitude sickness. However with our proper acclimatization stops and professional designed itinerary with experienced guides the risks of getting affected by altitude sickness will be significantly lower. It will also be the most important day of our trip as we will be stepping at the base camp of Everest, the highest Himalaya on the planet. After capturing the best moments at base camp, we return towards Gorakshep for overnight stay.
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Day 11: Gorak Shep – Kala Patthar (5545m/18,192ft)- Pheriche (4280 m/14,070 ft): 8 – 9 hrs:
Today before having our breakfast before sunrise, very early in the morning, we head in for the Kalapathher hike to witness the amazing sunrise views over the highest Himalayas, Everest, Amadablam, Lhotse, Nuptse and other surrounding peaks. After immersing in the natural beauty of panoramic Himalayan views, we return Gorakshep and descend towards Pheriche for overnight stay.
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Day 12: Pheriche to Khumjung (3,780m / 12,401 ft ) 6 – 7 hrs:
It will be a long day of trekking downhill through quite a few number of ascents and descends. Crossing through the wooden bridges, yaks and jokpos carrying loads. Along the trail, we also witness the locals drying the potatoes in the sun, which is a local staple diet. In this way we arrive at large Khumjung village, where we get to explore an amazing cultures, traditions and lifestyle of local Sherpa inhabitants. And at the end of the day, we stay overnight at local tea house in Khumjung.
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Day 13: Khumjung to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft): 4 – 5 hrs:
Today, it will be around four to five hours of trekking from Khumjung village to Phakding. Initially, we descend down towards Namche Bazar first and keep trekking down along the river bank of Dudh Koshi River. Continually passing through the beautiful rhododendron forests, crossing the permits checking point at entrance of Sagarmatha National Park and finally arrive at Phakding. Overnight stay at local guest house in Phakding.
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Day 14: Phakding to Lukla (2,860 m/9,383 ft): 3 – 4 hrs:
In the final few days while trekking from Phakding to Lukla, we will be walking for around 3 to 4 hours. Upon arrival at Lukla, we celebrate our final night around the foothills of Himalayas. And get ready for tomorrow’s domestic flight to Kathmandu.
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Day 15: Lukla – Kathmandu:
After getting up in the morning, we have our early meal and get ready for the scenic flight from Lukla to capital city Kathmandu. Upon arrival at Kathmandu, stroll down across the streets of culturally affluent Kathmandu valley for shopping souvenir, enjoy complimentary after trekking spa from Nepal Mountain Trekkers and farewell dinner at cultural restaurant at end of the day.
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Day 16: Farewell Friend:
Today will be the final day of our Everest Base Camp Trek, and we all the delightful adventures around Everest Himalayas, recalling the memories, we will drop you at Tribhuwan International Airport for International departures. Farewell friend.
Price Includes
- Airport pickup and drop service
- 4 nights Hotel in Kathmandu (Hotel Horizon Kathmandu)
- All fooding and lodging during the trek (B,L,D included)
- Transportation costs: Domestic flight in (Kathmandu – Lukla- Kathmandu).
- Professionally trained and highly experienced English speaking trekking guide, assistant trekking guide and porter (1 porter for 2 trekkers with max load of 30kg) along with their salary, lodging, fooding and insurance
- Trekking permits: TIMS card and Sagarmatha National Park fees
- First aid medical box
- Trekking gears like sleeping bag and down jacket made available on rent
- 13% VAT and 10% service charge
- Farewell Dinner
Price Excludes
- Visa fee to enter Nepal (Visa information)
- International flight tickets and extra baggage charges
- Food in Kathmandu
- Extra night accommodation and meal costs in Kathmandu due to any change in scheduled itinerary
- Travel insurance/ Rescue operation costs
- All personal expenses
- Tip for guides and porters
Trip Gallery
Trip Map:
Complimentary items offered by Nepal Mountain Trekkers
- Nepal Mountain Trekker t-Shirt and duffel bag with comprehensive trekking map
- Spa treatment for mind and body in Kathmandu after completion of trek
- Farewell treat
Trip Notes
Trekking Terrain
Everest Base Camp Trek has varieties of terrain during the trek. The initial section of the trek passes past the lush hills and green valleys. However at the higher altitudes there are high passes and rocky terrains as you proceed to the Everest Base Camp and to the challenging spots such as the Kala Patthar or the Gokyo region. While the itinerary is designed with proper acclimatization for the trekkers, you still need to understand the challenge that the trekking in such high altitudes pose, even if the trail doesn’t seem much challenging. Slight headaches and shortness of breath may still be there as you move. You may not have accurate distances for the places but the guides accompanying you are well aware of this and shall provide you proper guidance. We shall interact with you if you need further information.
Weather (…and bad weather periods)
The rainy season or the monsoon season starts from mid-June and continues till September. However, there may still be rains in early October. Spring and Autumn seasons have clear weather and dry as well. The temperature in the higher attitudes is influenced by the local conditions such as the altitude itself. The weather may change on a short notice in higher altitudes. October to November/December is the most popular season for Everest Base Camp Trek.
The flight to and from hill town of Lukla is relatively uncertain due to its typical geographical location. Flights are often delayed due to bad weather condition due to which most of the flights start early in the day. Trekkers are therefore advised to spare some days for such delays during the trek owing to the bad weather periods.
Expenses of the Trek
The details of the expenses included and excluded are mentioned in the respective sections. However, it is to be noted that trekkers should bear the expenses of their own food, accommodation and other activities in case they arrive prior to the starting of the trekking expedition or extend their stay after the tour. Furthermore, in case the flight gets delayed and trekkers are stuck in either trekking areas such as Lukla or in city such as Kathmandu due to such delay, they should bear the expenses of food, accommodation, etc on their own as these delays take the stay outside the decided itinerary.
Customization of Itinerary
We shall stick to the decided itinerary during the Everest Base Camp trek. However, the trekkers shall have flexibility to customize the itinerary as per their requirement. If they are physically fit and have the ability to complete the trekking faster, we shall arrange the itinerary accordingly. The only major consideration is that the customization of itinerary shouldn’t pose any difficulty and threat to the health of the trekkers. All in all we provide flexibility and customization of the itinerary for the trekkers.
Supporting Staffs during the trek
During the trek, the supporting staffs shall include both the experienced staffs and leaders from our trekking company as well as the local support crews. Our leaders and trekking guides selected are well experienced in handling various issues, related to the harshness of environment, travelling in remote and difficult terrains and posses the soft skills of communication, friendliness, good sense of humor and trained with first aid and acclimatization related issues with the capability to handle difficult situations. The local crews (guides, porters) may not have fluency in speaking English language but they are friendly, hardworking and approachable. We ensure proper coordination between the supporting staffs for your smooth trek. The expenses of supporting staffs, their insurance and other necessities are taken care of.
Gears and Equipments
Trekkers should pack their clothes, trekking gears and equipments for the trekking to Everest base camp and surrounding Khumbu region. The details of clothing, gears and other equipments shall be finalized after discussion with the trekkers. The weight limit for your luggage is 15 kg or 33 pounds and because your luggage shall be carried by porters, you may carry the valuables and anything important in a day pack to be carried on your own.
Scarfs, warm hat, sunglasses with UV protection and headlamps give protection to your heads while you will need thermal tops, pullover, down vest, Gore-Tex jackets among others for your upper body. Gloves, mittens protect your hands and non-cotton underwear briefs, hiking shorts and trousers, fleece or woolen trousers, shell pants are essential for your lower body. Pack socks, hiking boots and running shoes, gaiters and other gears for feet along with the rucksack and travel bags, and sleeping bags during the trek. Required medicines, toiletries and other practical items are required as well.
Best Season for trekking
October-November/December is the best season for trekking in the Everest region. This season has fine weather, clear sky and thus the best view of the mountains and marvelous scenery along the route. February to April is the dry season in Nepal and the second best time for trekking. June to September is the monsoon season in Nepal with frequent downpour which makes this the least popular season for trekking for general trekkers, while the botanist and other enthusiast look out for lush vegetation and rare vegetations en route Everest base camp. The skies are clear but weather can get very cold from December to January/ February while the months of May and June are hot and it can get very warm during the trek.
Health and Related issues
Altitude Sickness is the biggest health related concern during the trek to Everest Base Camp. Enough of rest (acclimatization) and hydration is the key to avoid this medical issue besides the medicines such as Diamox, antibiotics for stomach related problems and other medicines help trekkers cope with the issue of altitude sickness. Without proper care, prevention and following of the guidelines related to altitude sickness, the issue of altitude sickness can get worse and put threat to the life of trekkers. Convey any difficulty that you experience to the trek leader so that immediate action may be taken.
Carry a personal first aid box which shall come handy to you during the trek. Though the trekking guides and leaders shall carry the required first aid items, carrying on your own provides additional support for the guides.
Get concerned about the use of tap water as these are not suitable for drinking directly without treatment. Carry water purifier tablets and you may buy bottled water during the trek. Foods are available in teahouses which are healthy and safe for consumption. However, you may carry some snacks if you wish to. Consult with us regarding the expense bearing regarding the meals during the whole of trekking.
Reviews
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Rilascio il mio apprezzamento per l'onesta di Ramesh dimostrata in occasione del nostro trekking nel kumbu valley.Arrivati a Denboche mia moglie è stata colpita dalla violenta tosse dovuta all'aria secca di lassù e dopo due giorni di attesa per vedere gli sviluppi siamo stati costretti a malincuore a fare dietrofront.Avevamo pagato anticipatamente all'agenzia Nepal Mountain Trekkers il costo per il portatore (il buon Nima) per 20 giorni e al rientro a Ktm. visto che il trekking si era concluso in 15 giorni ci è stata restituita la somma dei giorni non utilizzati.Non è da tuttiFranco e Sonia.
We met Mr. Ramesh Dhakal during our Everest basecamp Trek. He was very helpful and very kind. He gave us a lot of helpful advices. We stayed his hotel which name is hotel horizon. Although the hotel is in the centre of Thamel, it is very quiet and very nice and clean. We highly recommend Nepal Mountain Trekkers and hotel Horizon. Our guide Ngima Tamang was very helpful and very kind. We highly recommend him.
After seeing some excellent reviews on Trip Advisor, we booked our 18 days Sagarmatha Trekking package with Nepal Mountain Trekkers.The team of company came to T.I.A for us received us on the evening and took us on the hotel horizen thamel and from the 2nd day we start our packing for adventure trekking with my 9 friends for 18 days, From the begging i had noticed this tour goona be one of the most adventure tour since, at the end too i felt my heart was not wrong.Thanks Nepal Mountain Trekkers team, our guide and porters. A tour company for respect. Hope to see you again on 2017/18.
My first trip to Nepal was in 2010, I contacted with Mr Ramesh Dhakal in Thamel and had a great impression; I asked about the activities I wanted to do (Everest Base Camp trek, Annapurna trek, cultural visits to the cities in Kathmandu Valley, sports...). Ramesh explained to me very kindly about all these activities, very deeply, with all the recomendations about the gear, the food, the guide, and made feel very safe, so I felt convinced about doing the activities with the company and no soloing. He told me a very important thing to me: "Here in Nepal we are happy if you are happy, because if you are happy you´ll come back. We are not interested in cheating people in any means". We discussed the prices and never felt cheated. After that I met my guide Min Nepali, who was with me almost the entire tiem I spent in Nepal, and we became best friends. Ramesh and Min are really wonderful people, taught me a lot and more about Nepal, the nature, the people, the cities, and moreover with their attitude I learned the beatiful people that are Nepali peoples. Also Mr Devaraj Dhakal, the manager of the hotel the company runs, and all the staff made my journey an experience to remember. From temples to jungle to mountain passes (Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Region, Chitwan, Helambu route, Kathmandu, Bakthapur, Patan, bungee jumping, elefant riding...).And after that...From that trip I fell in love with Nepal, so in March 2015 I came back to Nepal with my wife, and of course we contacted Ramesh again. We did the Everest Base Camp route with Min Nepali again, this time more than a guide, he was a brother to us. Never felt treated so well. This time my wife also fell in love with Nepal.From my experience, if you go to Nepal don´t doubt to contact Nepal Mountain Trekkers. Ramesh Dhakal and his staff will make the very best to make your trip a wonderful experience.
