Trip Highlights
- Phaplu, Nunthala, Bupsa Jorasalle, Namche bazar villages Explore
- Like your chance to see than 8 thousand meters of mountain; Everest (8848m), Makalu (8467m), Lhotse (8535m) and Choyo (8185m).
- View of Mount Everest from Everest View Hotel and Kalapathar.
- Tenzing Hillary Airport Lukla-Kathmandu flight
Phaplu Everest Base Camp Trek is an alternative route to reach Everest Base Camp. This trekking route is different from the traditional routes to Everest Base Camp, which fly from Lukla or run from Jiri.
Phaplu is a hill town located in the north-east of Nepal. It is about 90 km east of Kathmandu. Phaplu is connected to Kathmandu by road. So, if the flight is cancelled, there is an option to take a jeep to Phaplu. The Everest base camp trek via Phaplu is a few days long. However, this route is excellent in terms of green scenery of valleys, rivers and terraced land. Trekkers who want to start their trek from less tourist trails in the Everest region; Phaplu Everest Base Camp trekking route can be perfect for him. Another attraction of this route is to see the local Sherpa lifestyle. During the trek, you will pass through several Sherpa villages. That’s why some people call this trail Sherpa Heritage Trail. Similarly, Phaplu Everest Base Camp Trek offers beautiful mountain views of Mt Everest 8848m, Lhotse 8516m, Makalu 8463m, Mt Cho Oyu 8201m and 18 other snow capped mountains in Everest region.
Everest base camp trek from Phaplu, from Kathmandu to Phaplu it takes 8-9 hours Drive. After arriving at Phaplu, you start trekking with the ascent to Taksindu La (3870 meters), at Taksindu, you reach the old cheese factory. And you will takes descend to reach Nunthala. After Nunthala, Dudh Koshi river through terraced hills and beautiful small villages. Finally, after Paiya Join the main trail of Mt. you will continue trekking passing the places of Namche Bazar Tengboche Feruche, Lobuche, Gorkshep and finally reach your final destination ‘Everest Base Camp’. After the climb to Kalapathar, the best view of Everest, and you return to Lukla.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu (1,350m) and transfer to Hotel
Day 2: Drive to Phaplu (2470m), from Kathmandu 7-8 hours
Day 3: Trek to Nunthala (2220m) from Phaplu 6-7 hours
Day 4: Trek to Bupsa (2350m), from Nunthala 5-6 hours
Day 5: Trek to Surke (2,290m) from Bupsa 6-7 hours
Day 6: Trek to Phakding (2,600m), from Surke 4-5 hours
Day 7: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m), from Phakding 5-6 hours
Day 8: Acclimatization day hike up to Everest view hotel
Day 9: Trek to Tengboche (3,860m) from Namche Bazaar 5-6 hours
Day 10: Trek to Dingboche (4,412m) from Tengboche 5-6 hours
Day 11: Rest Day, hike up to Nagaratsang peak (5,083m)
Day 12: Trek to Lobuche (4,910m) from Dingboche 5-6 hours
Day 13: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and return to Gorkshep for night
Day 14: Hike up to Kalapathar (5,545m) and trek to Pheriche
Day 15: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) from Pheriche 6-7 hours
Day 16: Trek to Lukla (2,800m), from Namche Bazaar 6-7 hours
Day 17: Fly back to Kathmandu (1,350m) from Lukla and transfer to Hotel
Day 18: Drop at the airport for the final departure
All Inclusive cost
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Group Size | Price per person |
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Min 2 – Max 12 | US$ 1695 |
Customization Option
If this itinerary does not suit your need or you want to customize it, tell us about your travel needs, there is no fixed departure date, itinerary. Being a local trekking agency in Nepal we can arrange your trip according to any date and time, please Send Us A Message and we will customize it according to your itinerary.
Essential Information
Difficulty
Our Phaplu to Everest Base Camp 18 days trek is considered challenging in terms of grade due to high altitudes and longer duration hikes. The trail is relatively easier following good paths and mules or yak trails but due to the increasing altitude, it’s graded challenging. Please be prepared to walk for 6-7 hrs every day on average carrying your backpack. Longer treks reaching up to an elevation of 5500m where some of the famous mountaineering Base Camps are located and you need to sleep at an elevation of 5000m for 1 night at Gorekshep.
Previous Experience
No previous experience of trekking is required but you should be moderately fit and must enjoy walking and adaptable to high altitude conditions. Having a previous experience is definitely beneficial but it is not mandatory to participate in this trip. All travelers need to be in good physical health in order to participate fully on this trip. We strongly advise you to prepare yourself for the trip prior to your trip by doing regular exercises, going on hiking, running or gym. The fitter you are, the more enjoyable you will find the experience of trekking.
Best Season
The best seasons to trek to the Everest region are Autumn (latter half of September till December) and Spring (latter half of March until mid-May).
Autumn: Slightly colder than Spring but presents clear views of the mountains. The mornings are clear providing best mountain views, days are warmer and night time will get cold and frosty. The temperature during Autumn varies from lowest -10 degrees Celsius at Gorekshep to warmest 25 degrees Celsius at Phakding or Phaplu.
Spring: Another weather window for trekking in Nepal comes during the month of the latter March to May. The temperature will be relatively warmer during this period of time but still, nights will be cold and frosty at a higher elevation. Temperatures will drop considerably as you ascend higher every day.
Accommodation
Hotel: 2 Nights, Teahouse/Lodge: 15 Nights
On Kathmandu:
In Kathmandu, you will stay at Vajra Hotel in Kathmandu. Situated at the foot, of the Great Swayambhunath Stupa. The most peaceful Vajra Hotel in the Kathmandu valley, the hotel also boasts of close Swayambhunath beautiful jungle where you can relax and enjoy the greenery. Breakfast will be provided in the hotel and your accommodation will be on twin sharing basis.
Teahouse/Lodge:
Trekking in the Everest region does not need tremendous logistics in accommodation as there are now clean and friendly Lodges along the trail. Rooms are basic, normally just a bed with a pillow and blankets. Blankets are generally provided by the teahouse but we would request you to bring a sleeping bag to everyone. Bathrooms are mostly shared and toilets are squat type in most places. We will arrange for you and your group to stay in local lodges daily. Please remember that some of them are very basic and a sense of adventure is necessary.
All Meals On Trek
All meals are included during the trek. We will provide three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) during the trek. The menus in the teahouses are varied, ranging from traditional Nepalese dhal bhat, Momo (Dumpling) to pizza and apple pie. During the trek, Breakfast and Dinner will be served at the teahouse/lodge where you stay and Lunch will be along the way.
Typical Day On Trek:
Daily wake up calls will be from 6.00 am to 7.00 am while on the trek. Wake up time and breakfast time will be arranged the night before the briefing time. The schedule for each day will depend entirely on your walking duration for that particular day. Tea will be served as a wake-up call to your bed. After breakfast we went on a day hike. Before breakfast, you need to pack your duffel bag because the porter will load it while you are having breakfast. After the walk, we stop for a mid-day lunch. Afternoon walks are usually short and we usually arrive at our destination for afternoon tea.
Daypack For The Trek
You will only carry your day pack with the essentials you will need during the walk (water, camera, extra fleece, rain jacket, sunscreen, snacks, valuables etc.). The porter will carry the rest of your gear. We give you 1 porter for every 2 participants. Also, during the trek, we will also provide 1 support guide for every 6 trekkers, who will assist you during the trek.
Group Size:
Our emphasis is always on maintaining the small group so that it will be easy to coordinate and cooperate with each other. Our group size is small and we only take up to 12 pax in one group. The size of the group varies, minimum no of persons required to operate the trip is 2 and the maximum is 12 people.
Safety On The Trek
Safety is always a priority when traveling with AlpineTrav Treks & Expeditions. Our trek itineraries are designed with every aspect in mind, allowing proper adaptability, rest days and walking hours. On all our high altitude treks, we send a comprehensive medical kit. Furthermore, we also have a high staff to customer ratio on all our treks. Read more, Safety & Security
Our Approach to Treks
Our route to trek follows a careful approach with ample time for acclimatization, less trodden route, and breathtaking sceneries along the way. With of experience in trekking in the Himalayas, we have carefully tailored each of our itineraries. We put a lot of care into all the details when it comes to executing any of your ventures. Safety is always a priority while traveling with AlpineTrav Treks & Expeditions and we have applied this strictly on our approach.
Travel Insurance
It’s mandatory and highly recommended to get travel insurance before embarking on any adventurous trips in Nepal. We advise all our clients to get travel insurance that covers up emergency helicopter evacuation that may be needed in case of the occurrence of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) or any other reasons in high altitudes where there are no other means of transportation available. It is advisable to review carefully the insurance and its coverages before making the final decision. More information: Travel Insurance
Passport, Visa and Entry Requirements
Passport: All foreign visitors to Nepal must possess a valid passport with a minimum of 6 months validity beyond their planned departure date. Nepal visa can be obtained on arrival at Kathmandu airport (Tribhuvan International Airport) or you can obtain Nepal visa prior to your arrival through the Nepalese embassies, diplomatic missions and consulates near your location. Nepal Visa is also issued at the entry points if you are entering Nepal by land.
Airport Pickup & Drop:
We will provide airport pickup and drop-off according to your flight schedule. Your airport transfers are organized based on the flight information you provide to us. If there is a change in your flight schedule, please inform us promptly, and we will adjust the transfers accordingly.