Everest Base Camp — Expedition Guides & Reviews
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Quick Facts: Everest Base Camp
- Elevation: 5,380m
- Country: Nepal
- Region: Asia
- Guide Companies: 50 verified operators
- Price Range: $600 – $40,900 USD
- Season: Weather: During the trekking season, temperatures are generally warm in the valleys but cool off con
- Currency: Nepalese Rupee (NPR) is the official currency. USD widely accepted in Kathmandu and Lukla. ATMs available in Kathmandu and Namche Bazaar only. Carry sufficient cash for the trek (teahouse meals: $15-30/day, accommodation: $3-10/night). Major credit cards accepted in Kathmandu hotels.
- Languages: Official: Nepali. Regional: Sherpa (Tibetan dialect), Tibetan. English is widely spoken by guides, lodge staff, and in tourist areas. Useful phrases: "Namaste" (hello), "Dhanyabad" (thank you), "Didi/Dai" (sister/brother - respectful address).
Region: Asia, Nepal
Expedition Guide Companies for Everest Base Camp
- Ian Taylor Trekking — ERTI: 3.9/5 · Rating: 4.8/5 (19 reviews) · $3,300 – $6,900 USD
- Amigo Treks & Expedition · From $1,382 USD
- Adventure White Mountain Pvt.ltd — ERTI: 3.2/5 · Rating: 1.0/5 (1 reviews) · $1,100 – $1,500 USD
- Escape Himalaya · $1,160 – $1,720 USD
- Himalayan Sanctuary Adventure · From $1,490 USD
- Nepal Tour & Trekking Service P. Ltd · $1,650 – $2,100 USD
- Alpine Ramble — ERTI: 4.2/5 · Rating: 5.0/5 (19 reviews) · $949 – $1,299 USD
- Alpine Sherpa Guide Treks & Expedition · $1,500 – $10,000 USD
- Aarush Adventure Pvt Ltd. · $1,599 – $1,999 USD
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- Family Adventure Treks & Expedition Pvt.Ltd · $1,225 – $1,400 USD
- Alpine Club Of Himalaya — ERTI: 3.4/5 · Rating: 5.0/5 (1 reviews) · $1,499 – $3,499 USD
- Altura Expeditions S.L. — ERTI: 3.8/5 · Rating: 5.0/5 (1 reviews)
- Alpine Eco Trek & Expedition · From $2,000 USD
- Aga Adventures · $2,900 – $2,900 USD
- Above The Himalaya Trekking · From $4,450 USD
- Alpinist Club · From $2,500 USD
- Aspiration Adventure Pvt Ltd · $990 – $1,450 USD
- Adventure Consultants — ERTI: 4.3/5 · Rating: 4.9/5 (12 reviews) · $5,700 – $13,900 USD
- 360 Expeditions — ERTI: 4.0/5 · Rating: 4.8/5 (27 reviews) · $3,598 – $8,821 USD
- Bold Himalaya · $1,500 – $40,900 USD
- Asiana Nepal Treks & Expedition Pvt. Ltd. · From $1,890 USD
- Dream Himalaya Adventures — ERTI: 4.6/5 · Rating: 5.0/5 (23 reviews) · $1,850 – $2,200 USD
- Bochi-Bochi Trek · From $3,300 USD
- Black Diamond Expedition · $1,299 – $3,485 USD
- Escape Nepal Holidays P. Ltd · From $1,000 USD
- Frolic Adventure Pvt. Ltd. · From $600 USD
- Adventure Alpine Treks · From $930 USD
- Discovery World Trekking · From $1,030 USD
- Discover Altitude Pvt. Ltd. · $1,999 – $2,050 USD
- Dream Heaven Adventure Pvt. Ltd. · From $1,250 USD
- Go For Nepal Treks & Expedition · From $1,329 USD
- Backpacker Treks & Expedition Pvt. Ltd · From $1,450 USD
- Annapurna Encounter Pvt.Ltd · From $1,250 USD
- Eco-friendly Treks & Expedition · From $1,490 USD
- Alpha Adventure Treks · From $1,160 USD
- Climbing The Seven Summits — ERTI: 4.6/5 · Rating: 4.9/5 (64 reviews) · From $5,495 USD
- Everest Expeditions Nepal Pvt. Ltd. · From $1,450 USD
- Everest Trekking Routes Pvt. Ltd. · $1,270 – $2,000 USD
- Eco Nepal Trekkers And Expedition Pvt. Ltd. · From $1,950 USD
- Friendship World Trek Pvt. Ltd. · From $1,450 USD
- Happyland Treks · From $1,415 USD
- Hiking Bees · From $2,000 USD
- Himalaya Land Treks and Expedition · $1,325 – $2,695 USD
- Himalayan Glacier Adventure and Travel Company · $2,499 – $3,219 USD
- Himalayan Ecological Trekking · From $980 USD
- Himalayan Local Guide · $990 – $1,600 USD
- Himalayan Smile Treks And Adventures · From $1,600 USD
- Broad Adventure — ERTI: 3.4/5 · Rating: 4.9/5 (2 reviews) · $1,519 – $2,530 USD
- Glorious Himalaya Trekking Pvt. Ltd. · $1,200 – $1,800 USD
Climbing History
Mount Everest was first summited by Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay on May 29, 1953. The Everest Base Camp trek became popular in the 1960s following the historic climb. The Khumbu region is home to the Sherpa people, renowned for their mountaineering expertise. Over 50,000 trekkers visit EBC annually.
Notable Routes
Classic EBC Trek (12-14 days): Lukla to Base Camp via Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Gorak Shep. Gokyo Lakes Route (14-16 days): Via stunning turquoise lakes and Gokyo Ri viewpoint. Three Passes Trek (18-21 days): Challenging route crossing Kongma La, Cho La, and Renjo La passes. Jiri to EBC (20+ days): Traditional approach following Hillary's 1953 route.
Weather Information
Weather: During the trekking season, temperatures are generally warm in the valleys but cool off considerably at higher elevations. The spring and autumn months are the country’s driest, making them the most popular months for the trek. May is the ideal month to go for participants interested in meeting mountaineers heading to Everest’s summit., Best Time to Visit: , Average Expedition Length 2 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions about Everest Base Camp
Which guide companies operate on Everest Base Camp?
There are 50 verified guide companies for Everest Base Camp on ExpedReview, including Ian Taylor Trekking, Amigo Treks & Expedition, Adventure White Mountain Pvt.ltd and more.
How much does it cost to climb Everest Base Camp?
Guided expedition prices for Everest Base Camp range from $600 – $40,900 USD depending on the operator, route, and service level.
What is the best time to climb Everest Base Camp?
Weather: During the trekking season, temperatures are generally warm in the valleys but cool off considerably at higher elevations. The spring and autumn months are the country’s driest, making them t
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