Required Equipment for Everest Base Camp Trekking
The following gives you a general idea of the trekking equipment and clothing needed for Everest Base Camp Trekking. This may vary according to personal needs and conditions while trekking.
- 4-season sleeping bag
- Duffel Bag
- Daypack
- Down jacket (Must have for mornings, nights, and evenings, and altitudes above 13,000 ft)
- Upper Body – Head / Ears / Eyes
- Sun Hat
- Wool or synthetic hat that covers the ears
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Headlamp
- Neck warmer (For winter)
- Hand
- Liner gloves
- Heavier shell gloves (For winter)
- Core Body
- T-shirts (2)
- Lightweight expedition thermal tops
- Fleece jacket or pullover
- Water/windproof shell jacket (preferably breathable fabric)
- Synthetic sports bras (for women)
- Lower Body – Legs
- Lightweight expedition thermal bottoms
- Nylon hiking shorts
- Softshell and hardshell trekking pants
- Water/windproof trousers
- Casual pants
- Feet
- Liner socks
- Heavyweight socks (For winter)
- Waterproof hiking/trekking boots
- Light shoes/sneakers
- Gaiters (For monsoon and winter)
- Medicines And First Aid Kits (Please note Peregrine’s team will carry the first-aid kit bag during the trek. However, we still recommend you bring your personalized first-aid kit.)
- Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude-related headaches
- Ibuprofen for general aches and pains
- Immodium or Pepto Bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea
- Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness
- Anti-infection ointments
- Band-aids
- Lip balm (At least SPF 20)
- Sunscreen (SPF 40)
Miscellaneous, but Important!
- Passport and extra passport photos (3 copies)
- Airline tickets and itinerary
- Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money & passport
- Water bottle/bladder
- Water purification Iodine tablets
- Toiletry kit (Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, liquid hand sanitizer, towel, soap, etc.)
Optional
- Adjustable trekking poles
- Favorite snack foods (No more than 2 pounds)
- Paperback books, cards, mp3 player
- Binoculars
- Cameras (Memory cards, chargers, and also batteries)
- Pee bottle for men and pee funnel for woman
Note: This list is only a guide.
While you are needed to welcome everything on this rundown, there are various choices, brands, and forms of each piece of gear. Utilize your experience and the recorded highlights to track down the best stuff for you. A portion of the above gear can be effectively found in stores in Kathmandu at less expensive costs.
On the way to Everest Base Camp
FAQs
WHERE IS THE EVEREST BASE CAMP LOCATED?
Everest Base Camp is located in the Solukhumbu district of Nepal.
HOW LONG IS THIS TREK?
There are different trekking options. But the classic Everest Base Camp Trek can be done in 15 days from Kathmandu.
WHICH IS THE BEST SEASON TO GO ON EVEREST BASE CAMP TREKKING?
Spring is the best time to do this trek, as clear weather ensures better mountain views. However, the trek can also be done in autumn and during the monsoon.
HOW FIT DO I NEED TO BE?
Any healthy individual can do this trek as it is only moderately challenging.
HOW LONG DO WE NEED TO WALK EVERY DAY?
You will need to walk 6-7 hours a day on average.
WHAT PERMITS DO I NEED TO TAKE?
You need two types of permits: Sagarmatha National Park permits and TIMS CARD.
WHAT IS THE HIGHEST ALTITUDE ON THIS TREK?
Kalapatthar (5640m) is the highest point of this trek.
HOW IS THE ACCOMMODATION?
There are good teahouses in the Everest Region with warm and comfortable rooms.
DO I GET AN INTERNET FACILITY?
Yes, you get an Internet facility in most of the places on the trek. But lodges often charge separately for Internet browsing.
IS THERE AN ATM FACILITY ON THE TREK?
There are ATM facilities only in Lukla and Namche Bazaar.
DO I NEED TO HIRE A GUIDE/AGENCY FOR THIS TREK?
You are free to trek independently. But we advise you to take along a guide or a porter, given the complex topography and unpredictable weather. Hiring an agency is even better as it will take care of everything.
WHAT ARE THE OTHER WEBSITE THAT I CAN COLLECT INFORMATION ABOUT EVEREST BASE CAMP TREKKING?
You can visit the website below for further information :
TAAN: https://www.taan.org.np/
Nepal Tourism Board: https://ntb.gov.np/
Tourism Ministry Nepal: https://www.tourism.gov.np/
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