The decision to go for the Everest Base Camp trek is never an easy one. This trail leads to the base of the world’s tallest mountain, demanding nearly two weeks through the rugged terrain of eastern Nepal. The journey is daunting, especially for those with a lighter frame and a tendency toward inactivity at the most inconvenient times.
Yet, the call of the Himalayas is undeniable, drawing adventurers into its breathtaking yet formidable landscape.
It’s A Party Up There
Dirt tracks, secluded fields, deserted trails, personal space, solitude…is that what you have in mind when you plan a trek to the Everest Base Camp? Here’s a reality check, people swarm this trail as if it’s going out of fashion soon. The plus point?
You get to socialise like it’s no one’s business! Swap stories with a citizen from your favourite country or trade travelling secrets with a fellow trekker from a country you hadn’t even heard of until then. You never know from where you draw inspiration for your next trip.
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Got The Spirit, But Not The Body? No Problem!
They’ll tell you it’s tough. True. But they forget to add that it’s do-able. The trek is well trailed out, and you start your trek from an elevation that is respectably high. Your entire walk is spread out over 12 days and the path is wide enough to perform a split (if you want to, no pressure).
What would help to make the trek more memorable is if you exercise for around two weeks prior to departure. Even beginners with no prior trekking experience can complete an EBC trek successfully, provided they prepare their body beforehand.
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The Foreign Trekkers Need To Be Thanked
Nepal thrives on tourism and the EBC trek is a popular choice among people from all over the world. With the supply of humans came the demand for better facilities for them. The little towns and villages are stocked with groceries and food items.
They have guesthouses and lodges that cater to all your needs and comforts. You will even find medical houses and helipads along the way. Nepal is trying its best to keep up to the standards of Westerners, which works out well for all of us.
Never Skip Adaptation
There are two days during the trek dedicated solely to acclimatisation. It is not uncommon for people to skip either one to save time, or money, or both. Even the fittest of the fit can be hit with Altitude Mountain Sickness at any given time up in the mountains.
You may feel peachy up until the day and even on the day set aside for acclimatising, so it’s tempting to just skip right ahead and march on. Please do not do that, for then you can’t blame your body if it happens to spring a surprise on you just before you reach the Mount Everest Base Camp.
Dal Bhat Scores Over Chicken
Yes, the non-vegetarians heard that right. I’ve witnessed this. Meat-lovers have created legend in the Everest region when they turned down the offer of chicken to gorge on the humble dal bhat. There are hard-core non-vegetarians who ate dal bhat every single day on the trek!
A Life-Changing Experience
There is a reason for Everest Base Camp trek being so popular among all treks in the Everest region. The trail takes you into the lap of some of the highest mountains on earth and among some of the most hospitable people in the world. The locals are warm and they cook up amazing dishes to make sure you come back for more.
You begin your walk in a forest, and work your way up through meadows and valleys and glaciers to finally reach the base camp spot. This is the spot from where you get to see the mighty Khumbu Glacier and surrounding snow-clad peaks.
Along the way, it’s worth noting that the Everest Base Camp trek cost can vary depending on your travel style, accommodation, and inclusions, typically ranging between USD 1,200 to 2,500 (approximately ₹1,10,000 to ₹2,30,000), but the experience in itself is priceless. The sheer beauty of Nepal is one that will be preserved in your heart forever, as you long for the people, the mountains, and the food even after you have left the place…
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