Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek

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Best Time to Trek Everest Base Camp

The best time to visit Everest Base Camp is surely in spring (March through May) and  fall (end September-October-November); while a heli tour can be taken any time the climate wouldn’t be favourable in the monsoon season. Winter shouldn't be off the table, either; despite the cold temperatures, you'll be blessed to receive perfectly clear mountain sceneries and landscapes. Below, you'll find some significant periods to ponder on when to visit Everest Base Camp. Please check them out!

Everest Base Camp Trek: Weather and Accessibility

Everest Base Camp is at an elevation of (17,600 feet/5380 meters), and the overland route to arrive is additionally high. This implies it's never truly 'warm' in the Khumbu Region, yet there are still dramatic contrasts in temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall consistently throughout the year.

Spring and Autumn

The best months for trekking in the Everest region are March, April, May, mid-September, October and November, as these months are the point at which the conditions are truly the best. The spring and autumn (pre-winter) in general offer temperatures that warm the heart, with clear blue glimmering skies, almost no showers, and less possibility of dangerous snowfall.

Furthermore, these months are when the trails are busiest and clogged with hordes of backpackers; however, in case you're looking for the best climate conditions, which are a bargain you will need to cope with if you expected quieter trails with more tranquility.

Winter

The winter (December, January, and February) isn't really an 'awful' time to trek to EBC; however, it's surely a slower time of year. Temperatures can get incredibly cold, so you should be well layered and steady for freezing conditions. In any case, the skies tend to be clear in winter, which means superb mountain views. Also, you won't need to jostle for space with different trekkers because the trails are less crowded.  

The Monsoon

With the arrival of monsoon rains by mid-June, the trails see much less trekkers. The early part of the month usually marks the end of Everest-climbing season, so climbers and other expedition members retrace their steps along the Everest Base Camp trekking route and back to Lukla. Here's what to expect in the Everest region in June and onwards:

If you’re thinking about trekking Everest Base Camp during monsoon, it may be one of the best decisions you’ve ever made in a while.

Despite the months of June, July and August specially considered as monsoon months, the trails would surely be all wet, slippery and muddy due to the raining, it certainly won’t be easy at all.

Although this is the main problem while trekking in the monsoon season, there are various aspects which will want you to trek in this season even more. Here’s some information regarding why you might want to trek in this season:

Fewer people

Yes, since it is considered off-season, there won’t be many people to trek and the trails will be relatively empty. You can have all the trails and tea houses to yourself. You will enjoy your time trekking in this season if you’re not one for crowds. It’s just you, the local folks, the beautiful mountains, and yes, the birds to keep you company all the way. Wouldn’t you like that?

If you have your heart set on trekking all the way to Everest Base Camp (EBC), you'll soon discover that it rains most at lower elevations (despite the fact that it’s not  really ‘low’ anywhere in the Everest region] and that the higher you go, the less rain it is. So, if you're willing to brave a few days of trekking in the rain, you may still be able to check out EBC itself in pretty good conditions.

Breathtaking Beauty of a different kind

During this time of the season, the vegetation will be greener and the air will wonderfully cleaner. You can enjoy all the amazing and fantastic views of the mountains, forests and all sorts of vegetation. Although the clouds might hinder your views during this season sometimes; the hide ‘n’ seek glimpses of the big mountains shrouded in clouds in a unique formation will be a twist in experience of mountain vistas with extreme beauty in a league of its own. A monsoon trip will give you an opportunity to see the most amazing and unique biodiversity ever seen on a trek during this season.

The best Off-Season Rates

 Especially at this time of the year, you can definitely expect a lot of off season discounts, naturally. You can get cheaper flights to Nepal. You will get amazingly cheaper accommodation in good hotels and lodges as well. You can also get many tourism products at stunning good rates where you may even find tourism vendors quarreling to win your favours. It will also be easier to get rooms in hotels and lodges because of the low number of travelers. You will certainly save a whole lot of money if you travel at this time of the year.

Temperatures during the Monsoon Season

It usually rains in the lower altitudes, below 3500 meters. Areas above 4000 meters might have short burst of rainfall for a short time. The positive sides of trekking during the monsoon months are the excess rainfall also provides opportunities to view some great waterfalls and all this amid some heavenly tranquility fewer trekkers. In springtime running up to the monsoons, the average temperature is 22 degrees C (71.6 Degrees F), with a maximum of 30 degrees C (86 Degrees F), and during sunny days it’s a minimum of -5 degrees C (23 Degrees F), in the morning and at night for areas above 4000 meters.

 

Some sensible Precautions you will need to take:

Wet and Muddy Trails

You will surely come across some wet, muddy and slippery trails along the way. It is to be expected because of the raining. What you must do is wear good boots that will create a good amount of traction while walking. You can even carry a stick to help you with the support. Make sure to follow all the advice of your guide because they know the trails at the tips of their fingers.

Frequent Mosquitoes and problems with Leeches

You won’t find any such pests at base camp but at lower altitudes, you could possibly face leeches and mosquitoes. Make sure to carry some ointments (insect repellents) or skin care products while doing the Monsoon Trek. You can carry some salt to help you easily remove leeches from the skin. You won’t find too many of them anyways.

Chances of Excessive Rainfall

Make sure you are prepared for occasional heavy rain falls. You might want to carry a raincoat with you on your trek instead of an umbrella. Wear boots that are water proof and has a good grip on the earthy trails. Be prepared for problems like flight delays and cloudy weather which are likely to occur. It would be wise to understand that Patience is key here to enjoy unusual trips under such conditions. The maxim goes you can’t eat the cake and have it too.

Some great Tips for Everest Base Camp trekking in Monsoon:

• Start you trek early mornings as the days are shorter.
• Wear light layered clothing. Bring quick dry socks, waterproof boots, jackets and other waterproof cloths that are enough to sustain you throughout the trek.
• Waterproof your bag pack. Normal bags become heavier if they get wet by chance.
• Be ready to accept and walk with wet feet as it will eventually get wet no matter how much you try to avoid it.
• Respect the knowledge of you guide and local people as they will know more about what to do and what not to.

Trekking Gears/Clothes:

Below are some of the important trekking items you will need to carry for your trip in the monsoon season.

• Raincoat would be a better option to an umbrella
• Waterproof boots with good grips and quick dry socks
• Walking Stick (for good support)
• Skin care products ( sunscreens and mosquitoes repellents
• Warm clothes and nylon tee-shirts that absorb sweat and water.

Conclusion: wrapping it up in a nutshell

You will need to accept the facts that trekking in monsoon is a little bit harder than other seasons and some problems are to be expected. But then this is what adventure is all about.

The positive aspects of this season are that you can get to observe some extraordinary biodiversity that other seasons don’t offer. You can be between experiencing the worst trip or the most gripping and exciting trip of your lifetime. If you are flexible and someone who itches for the unusual, than we would fully recommend you try trekking Everest Base camp in the monsoon season at least once in your lifetime for a more thrilling adventure of an unknown kind. You have more to gain than lose, especially from a financial point of view.

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