Cost for EBC Trek
The Everest Base Camp Trek cost is determined by so many factors like season, trekking route, type of trek, the time during the trek, etc. Obviously, Everest Base Camp Trek is a dream lifetime adventure one can experience. Likewise, trekking to Everest Base Camp way is cheaper than an Everest expedition. So, before finding out how much for Everest base camp Trek? There is no fixed price for the Everest Base Camp Trek cost. The trip to base camp would cost anywhere between $1200 to $3000, which depends on the service you choose. Usually, the EBC trek takes 12-15 days to complete. The trek begins with the flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and continues for 7-8 Days till you reach Base Camp. But, returning back from Base Camp takes only 3-4 days.
Here are the various options for the costs of Everest Base Camp Trek:
Overland Trek Nepal offers you various options for the cost of Everest Base Camp Trek. You can choose the option that is ideal for your budget and time. Trekkers want to achieve their goal by reaching Everest Base Camp Trek through proper planning and budgeting. Therefore, we try to give you all the answers to your question regarding how much for Everest Base Camp Trek. Also, we explain the factors that bring the differences in the cost of Everest Base Camp Trek.
Everest Base Camp Trek cost 12 Days
Everest Base Camp Trek cost 12 days starting from $ 1250 which is the lowest price in the off-season that includes a group discount. Likewise, if you are 2 pax, the cost drops down to $ 1210 per person. 12 Days Everest Base Camp Trekking includes guide expenses, accommodations, meals, permit cards, flight fare, and so on. It is a typical 11-night 12 days trek to Everest Base Camp.
Everest Base Camp Trek cost 15 Days
Everest Base Camp Trek costs 15 Days ranging from $ 1800 per person in a group to $ 2100. Moreover, the price depends on budget Everest Base Camp Trek or Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek. For more details, and cost please check Everest Base Camp Trek 15 Days.
Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter return cost
Flying back by Helicopter after reaching Base Camp is a thrilling experience. It is a combination of enjoying the views of mountains from the ground and air. EBC trek with fly back from Helicopter costs you around 2900 per person in a group. Likewise, if you are in a group of 2 pax, it cost you $2600 per person.
However, you can also do an Everest Helicopter tour within a day for 4-5 Hours. You can do a private helicopter tour to Everest that costs $3900. But, if you want to join a group it costs you from $900 to $1300 per person.
Permit costs for Everest Base Camp Trek
You need two permit cards for Everest Base Camp Trek. The total cost for two permit cards is around 40 USD equivalent to NRP 5000. Overland Trek Nepal can easily manage the permit cards for you while arranging the trek.
- The Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit card cost you USD 25 equivalent to NRP 3000.
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit costs you 16 USD equivalent to NRP 2000.
The costs of the permit are almost similar to other trekking in Nepal like Annapurna Circuit Trek or Ghorepani Poon Hill trek.
Cost of Meals during EBC Trek
The meals during the EBC trek are set and fixed in a menu. Tea houses along the trail offer you typical Nepal cuisine like Dal Bhat, curry, pickle, etc. However, you can also enjoy several European cuisines in the lower region of Everest. In the lower region of Everest, meals cost around 25-30 USD per day. However, in the upper region, it can cost up to 35 USD per day. For breakfast, you can have dishes like omelet, porridge, muesli, etc. Likewise, for lunch and dinner, noodles, spaghetti, Dal, Bhat, and other local cuisine are available.
Cost of Accommodation
The cost of accommodation depends on low-altitude tea houses and high-altitude tea houses. It costs around USD 3 to USD 5 per night in basic tea houses. Likewise, in sharing bedrooms, it costs you USD 5 to USD 7. Moreover, at high altitude, the price goes higher and reach up to USD 10. The rooms are basic with sharing basis. Normally, it has two beds with a blanket and a pillow. Some tea houses have attached bathrooms. The average cost throughout the trek is between 3-10 USD. However, if you don’t eat meals in the same tea house you are staying in, it may cost additional 7-10 USD.
Some additional charges during your staying at Tea houses:
An electric heater or electric blanket: Some tea houses do have electric blankets or heaters which costs USD 20 per night.
Hot shower: A hot shower costs you around USD 2 to 6 depending on altitude.
Charging your battery: It costs you on an hourly basis. Normally, the price ranges from USD 2 to USD 5. Moreover, it costs $10 to change your power bank.
Guide and Porter costs
Everest Base Camp Trek cost also includes the price of the guide and porter. It is always handy and easy to have a guide and porter along with you. Having a guide it’s always easy to find the best tea houses to stay. Moreover, they know the local languages as well. Also, you will get to know more and more information about all the places throughout the trek.
The average costs of a guide start from $ 30 to $35 per day. It also depends on the experience they have. Likewise, the porter costs you from $20 to $ 25 per day. A porter can carry a maximum of 20kgs of luggage.
Lukla Flight cost
Lukla or Tenzing Hillary Airport is the main gateway to Everest Base Camp Trek. The flight takes off from Kathmandu to Lukla which takes around 45 minutes. You don’t have to worry about flight ticket booking and arrangements. The flight ticket cost for a foreigner round trip is around USD 380. Likewise, the Lukla flight cost for Indian citizens is INR 30,000.
Travel Insurance Costs for EBC Trek
The Everest Base Camp trek is a tough and adventurous trek in the higher-altitude Himalayas. So, there is always a risk factor of altitude sickness and other unpredictable accidents. So, you should have quality travel insurance that covers emergency rescue and other medical expenses up to the height of 6000 meters. The costs of travel insurance depend on your needs and activities to cover. Generally, travel insurance costs around $ 150-200 for 30 days.
Why choose Overland Trek Nepal for Everest Base Camp Trek?
Overland Trek Nepal, is a trusted and leading trekking company in Nepal with decades of experience. We organize Everest Base Camp Trek with our professional teams and experts. However, our company is not luxury in the context of the price. We offer an affordable price that includes all-inclusive services. Similarly, our guide and other staff members are highly experienced. All of our staff members have decades of experience with high knowledge of travel and trekking. Contact us for more information regarding the Everest Base Camp Trek cost.
