Lukla Flight Information
Getting to Lukla: The primary access to the Everest View Trek is via a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The Lukla flight is a short 30-35 minute hop on a small twin-engine propeller plane. Because of the geography, planes to Lukla are limited to around 16-18 passengers (like DHC-6 Twin Otters or Dornier aircraft). These aircraft are specially suited to short takeoffs and landings needed for Lukla’s tiny runway.
Ramechhap Airport in Peak Season: In recent years, due to congestion at Kathmandu airport, many Lukla flights during peak season (esp. Oct–Nov) are re-routed to depart from Manthali Airport, Ramechhap, which is about a 4-5 hour drive from Kathmandu. Nepal’s Civil Aviation Authority sometimes enforces this to reduce traffic in Kathmandu. If this policy is in effect during your trek, we will manage the transport to Ramechhap (usually leaving Kathmandu around 2:00 am by private vehicle to catch the early flights from Manthali). It’s an added logistical wrinkle, but rest assured, we handle those arrangements. We’ll inform you well in advance if your flight will be from Ramechhap instead of Kathmandu. The flight from Ramechhap to Lukla is shorter (20 min), and the process is similar otherwise.
Delays and Contingencies: It’s crucial to be mentally prepared for possible delays. In peak seasons, even a few hours of bad weather can create a backlog of flights. We always plan one buffer day after the trek in Kathmandu to account for this. If your flight to Lukla is delayed on Day 1, we’ll attempt to fly later that day or the next available flight. If cancellations persist (in rare cases), we can discuss alternatives like switching to a different trek or using a helicopter (helicopters can often fly in marginal weather but are expensive, ~$300-500 per person if group-shared). Similarly, on the return, if you’re stuck in Lukla an extra day, our guide will assist with lodging and rebooking. Travel insurance must cover trip delays so you can claim any extra costs incurred by an extended stay due to weather. However, typically things smooth out within a day or two at most.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is mandatory for trekkers booking with Mountain Eco Trails (and strongly recommended for anyone trekking in Nepal). The Everest View Trek, while relatively short and safe, still takes you to high altitude in a remote area where medical facilities are limited. In case of acute altitude sickness, injury, or other unforeseen events, a helicopter evacuation to Kathmandu could be necessary, and those cost thousands of dollars if paid out of pocket. Having travel insurance ensures that if something goes wrong, you will receive timely care without a massive financial burden. It’s for your safety and peace of mind.
Provide Us Details: Once you have your insurance, send Mountain Eco Trails your insurer’s name, policy number, and emergency contact number. We keep this on file. In the rare event of an emergency, our guide or office will directly communicate with the insurance’s emergency assistance team to arrange evacuation.
Eco Tourism
“Leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but photos, kill nothing but time.” This classic slogan encapsulates the spirit of eco-tourism, which Mountain Eco Trails is deeply committed to. Our eco-tourism mission means we strive to minimize negative impact on the environment, maximize benefits to local communities, and raise awareness among trekkers about responsible travel. We encourage all our trekkers to pack out what they pack in, especially non-biodegradable waste. Plus, we strongly advise against buying many bottles water on the trek – not only do they get expensive as you go higher (due to porter transport costs, one liter can cost $2-3 in Namche), but the plastic often isn’t recycled. By trekking with a Nepali-owned company like Mountain Eco Trails and staying/eating in locally owned lodges, you ensure your spending directly benefits Sherpa and other ethnic communities of the Khumbu. Eco-tourism extends to cultural preservation. The Sherpa culture and Buddhist heritage are integral to the Everest region. When visiting a monastery such as Khumjung or Tengboche (if you do on a side trip), we may give a small donation, which helps upkeep. Mountain Eco Trails, as a company, is also a member of certain local initiatives like KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Education Project) and the Porter Welfare programs, ensuring that not only nature but also the people (like porters) are treated well. Eco-tourism, to us, means trekking responsibly in all dimensions.
Trekking Trail Conditions from Lukla to Namche
The trail from Lukla to Namche Bazaar is part of the Everest Base Camp trail, one of the most well-developed and well-traveled trekking routes in Nepal. For the Everest View Trek, we’ll be using this main trail (up and back), which means you can expect fairly good conditions, clear signage in parts, and a steady stream of fellow trekkers and locals using it, especially in peak seasons. Here’s what you need to know about the trail itself:
Well-Defined Path: The route is unambiguous and established. It’s the lifeline for communities up the valley, so it’s used by porters, pack animals (dzopkos and yaks), and locals daily. The path is usually 1-2 meters wide, either dirt or stone-paved in some village sections.
Suspension Bridges: One signature element of this trek is crossing suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River. These are sturdy steel cable bridges, with metal or wooden plank walkways and wire mesh sidings. They do bounce and sway slightly as you walk (and more so if heavy yaks are crossing simultaneously), so for those uneasy with heights, it can be a bit nerve-wracking, but they are safe. Just hold onto the side cables if needed, walk steadily (don’t run or jump), and enjoy the thrill – below you, the river gushes in rapids.
Elevation Gain & Terrain: From Lukla (2,840 m) down to Phakding (2,610 m) it’s mostly downhill or gentle ups and downs – a relatively easy walk. From Phakding (2,610 m) to Namche (3,440 m) is the challenging part – lots of uphill, especially the last 600 m ascent. The trail is steep and zigzagging after the Hillary Bridge, with rocky steps.
Trail Traffic: Be prepared to share the trail with various traffic. You will encounter other trekking groups (from independent hikers to big expedition teams), as well as porters carrying goods (often amazing loads like a fridge or several cases of drinks strapped to their backs using a headband strap).
Difficulty Level of Trail: To reassure you, there is no technical climbing. The trails are essentially hiking paths – no ropes, harnesses, or scrambling on all fours needed. The most challenging aspect is the steepness and the altitude, not the terrain itself. There are no sheer cliffside narrow ledges to cross (those afraid of heights usually manage fine; the suspension bridges are the highest exposure). If you can walk on uneven ground (tree roots, rocks) with balance, you’ll be fine. Sturdy trekking boots will help with grip and ankle support, since parts of the trail have loose rocks or gravel.
Overall, the trail conditions are favorable for trekkers of all ages. This route is considered the “Everest Highway” for foot traffic – it’s Nepal’s superhighway of trekking! You will be walking a path trodden by legends, pilgrims, and adventurers for decades.
By knowing what to expect on the trail, you can trek confidently and safely. Mountain Eco Trails’ guides will ensure your pace is suited to the trail each day – slower on rough uphills, careful on downs.
Crew Members from Mountain Eco Trails for this Trek
One of the greatest assets on your Everest View Trek will be the crew members – the guide, porters, and support staff who accompany you. Mountain Eco Trails takes pride in our team, as they truly make the difference between a good trek and an exceptional, safe, memorable one. Here’s an overview of who will be with you on the trail and how our crew operates:
Experienced Trekking Guide: You will be led by one of our professional licensed trekking guides. Our guides are highly experienced in the Everest region (many have done dozens of Everest Base Camp trips and shorter treks alike). They are trained and certified by the Nepal Academy of Tourism and Hotel Management (NATHM) or equivalent, and hold a valid guide license issued by the Nepal Tourism Board. More importantly, they bring a wealth of local knowledge – many are from the Everest region or nearby areas themselves. Our guides are also trained in first aid and altitude sickness response. They carry a basic first aid kit and a pulse oximeter to monitor oxygen saturation if needed.
Additionally, our guides handle all the logistics during the trek: securing lodge rooms, ordering your meals, managing flight check-ins, and dealing with permits at park checkpoints. Consider them your guardian and problem-solver. If any issue arises – from a lost piece of gear to dietary needs – they will do their best to address it promptly.
Strong and Cheerful Porters: For carrying your heavy gear, we employ porters (also often called “sherpas,” though not all porters are of Sherpa ethnicity – Sherpa is an ethnic group as well as a synonym for mountain porter). Typically, we assign 1 porter for every 2 trekkers, with a load limit of about 20-25 kg per porter. The Porters usually depart a bit earlier or go at their own pace and may not walk right alongside you (they are often faster!). Some of our porters are aspiring guides and do speak decent English. They might even join the guide in explaining things or looking after the group. Mountain Eco Trails often promotes porters to assistant guide or guide roles after they gain experience and language skills.
Permits and Documents Required for the Mt. Everest View Trek
Trekking in the Everest region requires a couple of important permits. These are essentially your tickets to enter and travel through the national park and local territory. Mountain Eco Trails will arrange these for you in advance (included in your package), but it’s good to know what they are and carry proof of them on the trek. Here’s what you need:
Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit: Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park is a protected area and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. All trekkers entering the park (which begins just after Monjo on the Lukla-Namche trail) must have a park permit. This permit contributes to the conservation and maintenance of the park. The cost for international tourists is NPR 3,000 per person (approximately $$25), and for SAARC nationals, NPR 1,500. (Nepali citizens pay a nominal fee of NPR 100).
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entry Permit: This is often informally referred to as the “local permit” or “Khumbu permit.” In 2018, the local government of the Khumbu region introduced a fee for all trekkers entering the area, which goes towards local infrastructure and development. It replaced the need for the TIMS card for Everest region trekkers (more on TIMS below). The cost is NPR 3,000 per person (approx US$ $25). This permit is usually obtained at Lukla or Monjo. There is an office in Lukla that checks for it, and another in Monjo right before the park gate. Our guide will handle purchasing this (if not pre-arranged in Kathmandu).
What to Pack for the 5-Day Trek to Everest?
Packing smartly is key to a comfortable trek. The weather in the Everest region can range from warm sunny days to chilly nights, even occasional snow at higher points in the off-season. Since this is a shorter trek and you won’t be going to extreme altitudes, you can pack a bit lighter than, say, an Everest Base Camp expedition. Still, you want to be prepared for varying conditions. Here’s a comprehensive packing checklist and tips, focusing on what you’ll need for a 5-day lodge trek:
Clothing:
- Trekking Boots: A good pair of broken-in trekking boots is your most important gear. They should be comfortable, with ankle support and a decent tread.
- Socks: Moisture-wicking trekking socks (merino wool blends are great). Bring a couple of thick pairs for colder nights and a couple of lighter pairs for warmer days.
- Base Layers: These are your thermal underwear. 1 set of thermal top and bottom (polypropylene or merino wool) is useful for cold evenings or if trekking in winter.
- Trekking Pants: 1-2 pairs of quick-dry trekking trousers. Convertible pants (with zip-off legs to make shorts) are popular – you can zip off to shorts if it’s hot in the lower sections and zip on for cooler parts or modesty in villages. Alternatively, 1 pair of lightweight pants and 1 pair of slightly warmer fleece-lined or softshell pants.
- Insulating Jacket (Mid-layer): A fleece jacket or pullover is ideal as a mid-layer to wear over your base layer and under a shell.
- Outer Jacket (Shell): A waterproof/windproof jacket (hard-shell) with a hood. Even if forecasts are dry, mountains are unpredictable.
- Down Jacket: For Everest View Trek specifically (max altitude ~3880m at Everest View Hotel), in peak seasons, you might get by without a heavy down jacket, but if you tend to get cold or are trekking in colder months, bring one.
- T-shirts/Upper Wear: 2-3 short-sleeve or long-sleeve moisture-wicking trekking shirts. Synthetic or merino wool shirts are best as they dry fast and don’t stink as much.
- Warm Hat/Beanie: A wool or fleece beanie that covers your ears. Essential for evenings and early mornings when it’s cold. Also good to wear at the Everest View Hotel viewpoint if a chilly breeze is blowing.
- Sun Hat/Cap: A wide-brimmed hat or baseball cap for sun protection during the day. The UV at altitude is strong, and even on overcast days, you can get sunburnt. A neck gaiter or bandana can also guard your neck from the sun (or dust).
- Gloves: A pair of warm gloves for cold mornings (wool or fleece gloves). If coming in the colder season (or if you easily get cold hands), consider bringing a lightweight pair of inner gloves and a waterproof outer glove or mitten.
- Neck Gaiter/Scarf: A Buff or neck gaiter is a versatile item – use it as a scarf, face mask (for dust or cold), or headband.
- Underwear: Bring enough comfortable underwear for the trek (or plan to wash them; quick-dry fabrics are ideal).
Footwear & Gear:
- Trekking Poles: Highly recommended. Telescopic trekking poles help reduce impact on knees during descents (for example, coming down from Namche) and provide stability on uneven terrain.
- Sunglasses: A quality pair of UV-blocking sunglasses (Category 3 or 4) is essential. The high-altitude sun plus reflection from rocks (or snow if any) can be very strong. If you wear prescription glasses, consider prescription sunglasses or clip-ons. Wrap-around style is good to protect from side glare.
- Headlamp and Batteries: A headlamp (head torch) with extra batteries. Lodge rooms and trails at night are dark. There may be limited electricity (Namche has power, but sometimes outages happen).
- Backpack (Daypack): Though porters carry your duffel, you need a daypack (20-30 liters) to carry items you’ll use during the day’s walk. E.g., water bottle, camera, snacks, rain jacket, fleece (that you might put on or take off with temperature changes), sunscreen, personal medicines, etc. Choose one with good shoulder straps and maybe a waist belt for support. You’ll carry this yourself. A rain cover for the pack is also handy to keep contents dry if showers occur.
- Duffel Bag: Mountain Eco Trails provides a durable duffel bag for the trek (water-resistant) to pack your gear for porters. If you have your own duffel or backpack that you prefer porters to carry, that’s fine too, but often agencies give a standard duffel.
- Sleeping Bag: While lodges on the Everest View Trek provide basic blankets, it’s always warmer and more hygienic to use your own sleeping bag. Nights in Namche can be around freezing, so a bag rated to around -10°C (14°F) comfort is advisable in colder months, and a lighter 0°C (32°F) bag might suffice in peak season.
- Water Bottles/Bladder: Carry capacity for 2-3 liters of water. Hydration is crucial at altitude. You can use 1L Nalgene bottles (2 or 3 of them) or a hydration CamelBak bladder in your daypack for sipping while walking. We strongly discourage buying single-use plastic bottles, so have your own.
- Water Purification: Mountain Eco Trails will provide water purification tablets or drops. If you have a favorite water filter or Steripen, you can bring that too
- Toiletries: Keep it basic and travel-size. Biodegradable soap, a small quick-dry towel, toothbrush & toothpaste, hand sanitizer (very useful before meals or after using toilets), a roll of toilet paper (you can buy more along the way if needed – lodges sometimes supply a bit, but not always). Wet wipes are convenient for a quick “wipe-down” on days you don’t shower (get unscented or biodegradable ones if possible).
- Personal Medications and First Aid: Bring a personal mini first aid kit including: any prescription meds you need (enough for entire trip plus a few extra days), ibuprofen or paracetamol (for headaches or muscle aches), Diamox (acetazolamide) if you have it or plan to use for altitude – consult your doctor about this; many Everest trekkers carry it as a preventive or treatment for AMS. Our guide has a first aid kit too, but it’s wise to have your own kit for convenience.
- Money and Documents: Carry some cash (Nepali rupees) for extras like drinks, showers, Wi-Fi, souvenirs in Namche, tips, etc. Small bills (100s, 500s) are handy as teahouses may have limited change for 1000s. The amount depends on your spending habits – for a 5-day trek, aside from what’s included, you might spend on treats or charging, or internet. Maybe NPR 10,000-15,000 (around $80-120) as a comfortable amount for extra expenses and tips. Also, pack your passport, permits, and insurance info (as discussed in the Permits section). Keep them in a waterproof ziplock or document pouch inside your daypack or an internal pocket.
- Camera/Phone and Electronics: You’ll want to take pictures of the stunning scenery. If using a camera, bring spare batteries (cold drains batteries fast) or a charger. If using a smartphone, bring a power bank (there are charging options at lodges for a fee, but having your backup battery is useful to avoid paying frequently or in case of a power outage). A 10,000 mAh power bank can charge a phone 2-3 times. Don’t forget the necessary charging cables and adapters (Nepal uses Type C and D plugs, 220V).
Weight Limit and Packing Tips: Since porters carry up to 15 kg of your stuff, try to keep your packed duffel within that. Use compression sacks for your sleeping bag and jackets to save space. Pack similar items in stuff sacks (e.g., one for socks/undies, one for base layers, etc.) to stay organized – it’s no fun to rummage through a chaotic bag in a dim teahouse room. Remember, you can leave any city clothes or excess items at your hotel in Kathmandu – only bring what you need for the trek. A typical packed list for the Everest View Trek might weigh around 10-12 kg, including a sleeping bag, which is reasonable.
Meals and Drinking Water in the 5-Day Everest Trek
One of the delights of trekking in Nepal is the teahouse experience – cozy lodges that provide home-cooked meals and a warm place to rest. During the Everest View Trek, you’ll eat all your meals at the teahouses or lodges along the route, which is included in your package. Here’s what to expect regarding food and drinking water:
Meals on the Trek:
You will be provided with three meals a day – breakfast, lunch, and dinner – plus tea/coffee as part of the package. The trekking menu is fairly extensive, though it tends to be similar at most lodges due to the availability of ingredients. Typically, you’ll order off the menu (our guide will assist), and the lodge cooks will prepare it fresh.
Breakfast: Breakfasts are usually hearty to fuel your morning hike. Common options include porridge (oatmeal), muesli or corn flakes with hot milk, pancakes (plain, apple, banana, etc.), Tibetan bread or toast with jam/butter/peanut butter, and various styles of eggs (fried, scrambled, omelet, boiled).
Lunch and Dinner: We usually stop for lunch at a lodge/tea house along the route (for example, on the way to Namche, we might stop at Jorsalle or halfway up the Namche hill, depending on timing). Lunch menu often offers Dal Bhat, which is the traditional Nepali meal of rice, lentil soup, vegetable curry, and sometimes pickles – it’s excellent trekking food because it’s filling and often comes with free refills! As the saying goes, “Dal Bhat power, 24 hours”. Other lunch options include noodle dishes (fried noodles with veg, sometimes with egg or meat), fried rice, Momos (Nepali-Tibetan dumplings filled with veg or meat, served steamed or fried), spring rolls, or simple sandwiches and soups. Another popular item is Sherpa stew (Thukpa) – a hearty noodle soup with veggies and occasionally meat, perfect for cooler days. Dinners are a highlight as you relax after the day’s trek. The menu will resemble lunch choices, but you might want something different in the evening.
For dessert or sweet cravings, many lodges offer Snickers roll (a fried pastry-wrapped Snickers bar, warm and melty – very indulgent!), apple pie (especially in Namche, due to many apple orchards in lower Khumbu), or even rice pudding. But honestly, after dinner,r most people are full.
With Mountain Eco Trails, we try to add small perks: we often provide fresh fruit as dessert when possible. For instance, oranges or apples carried from lower areas – a nice source of vitamins.
Tea and Hot Drinks: Nepal is a tea culture, and you’ll have plenty. Common teas: black tea, milk tea (chia), ginger tea, lemon tea, green tea. Also hot lemon (which is like hot lemonade) and hot orange (from powdered Tang or similar) are popular vitamin C boosters. Coffee is usually instant Nescafe, though a few places like Namche have real brewed coffee (e.g., Everest Bakery in Namche makes a decent espresso/cappuccino if you need). There’s also hot chocolate available in the evenings. Ginger lemon honey tea is a fantastic soothing drink if you feel a scratchy throat from the cold or dry air.
We include all the standard hot drinks (within reason, one cup only in each meal) with your meals. If you decide to order alcoholic beverages or soft drinks, those are extra by yourself.
Drinking Water:
Staying hydrated is vital at altitude to help acclimatization and to keep you healthy. Plan to drink 3-4 liters of water or liquids per day. Refill your bottles with either boiled water (available at lodges, sometimes for a small fee, which we cover) or tap/stream water treated with purification tablets. Boiled water is great because it’s safe and also warm (doubles as a hand warmer if you put it in your bottle at night!). Some lodges have big thermoses of boiled water ready. Others will boil on request (sometimes charging maybe 100 NPR per liter to cover fuel – in our package, we allot for boiled water, so you don’t pay. Often at dinner or before bed, you can ask the kitchen to fill your bottle with hot water – by morning it might cool to lukewarm, which is fine to drink or mix with tea.
Accommodation Facilities During the Short Everest Trek
During the Everest View Trek, you will stay in teahouse lodges each night. Teahouses are essentially small family-run hotels/guesthouses along trekking routes, offering basic accommodation and meals. They provide a warm, social environment where trekkers from around the world gather in dining halls to eat and talk, and then retire to simple private or shared rooms for sleep. Rooms are usually twin-sharing. That means two separate single beds (or sometimes a double bed if requested for couples, and available). We will room you with a fellow trekker of the same gender if you are solo, unless you opt for a single supplement (for an extra fee, you can often have a private room to yourself, subject to availability). The rooms are very simple: wood-paneled or stone walls, two beds with a mattress, pillows, blankets, and maybe a small table or stool, a nail on the wall to hang clothes, and a window with curtains. Don’t expect heating in the bedrooms – the only heat source is usually the stove in the dining hall. Bedrooms can get cold at night (it might drop to around freezing in Namche by late night in colder months). That’s why your sleeping bag and blankets are important.
In teahouses, toilets are either squat-style Asian toilets (a ceramic basin or hole in the floor you squat over) or Western sit-down toilets. Teahouses try to keep toilets clean. In busy season, they can get messy; the owners do periodic cleaning. Using hand sanitizer after visiting is wise. This short trek, being only a few days, you may or may not shower. If you do want a shower, lodges offer either a gas-heated hot shower or a big pot of hot water and a bucket (bucket bath). Typically, they charge an extra fee for a hot shower because fuel (gas or firewood) is costly. The fee might be around NPR 500 (USD 4-5) for a shower.
For a 5-day trek, you might shower once or twice (maybe in Namche on the acclimatization day). In Lukla, after finishing the trek, you might take one as well. It’s up to your comfort level. We include one shower, perhaps, but typically, travelers pay on the spot for showers, as it’s a personal preference.
Internet and Communication:
In summary, yes, you can get online and charge things on this trek, but try to moderate use, both to enjoy the mountain vibe and because it’s not as instant or infinite as at home. Many trekkers find that after the first day or two, they forget about their phones except as a camera, and that’s a refreshing feeling. But rest assured, if you need to send an email or call home, the infrastructure is there on the Everest View Trek route. You’re not fully cut off –the Everest region is among the most connected of remote areas due to all the tourism and even climbers needing communications.
So, do bring your electronics if you want – just bring the right accessories (adapter, power bank, etc.) and the understanding that you might pay small fees for power and internet. That way, you’ll have the best of both worlds: a wilderness adventure with a touch of connectivity when you choose.
Will Beginners Get Altitude Sickness During This Short Trek?
Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), or altitude sickness, is a common concern for anyone going above 2,500 m. On the Everest View Trek, the highest sleeping altitude is Namche Bazaar at 3,440 m (11,286 ft), with a day hike potentially up to 3,880 m at the Everest View Hotel. This is certainly high enough for some people to feel mild effects of altitude. The question is: will a beginner (someone with no prior high-altitude experience) get altitude sickness on this short trek, and how can we prevent or manage it?
Likelihood:
- It’s common for trekkers arriving at Namche to feel at least a mild headache or breathlessness on the first night. That’s mild AMS. It usually subsides by the next morning or after rest and hydration.
- Some beginners might also feel a bit of insomnia (trouble sleeping) at first due to the higher elevation (a normal effect of altitude).
- Fatigue and low appetite are also common on the day you gain a lot of altitude (like the tough climb to Namche). The key is that these symptoms should remain mild. Our guide will monitor everyone’s condition.
Prevention Measures We Take:
- Gradual Ascent: As outlined, we do not ascend more than about 800m in sleeping elevation in one day to Namche, and then we pause. This is within recommended guidelines (500m per day above 3000m, with a rest day every ~1000m gained).
- Hydration: We emphasize drinking a lot of fluids (3-4 liters a day) because dehydration exacerbates AMS.
- Diet: We encourage a high-carb diet (which is already what the lodges provide mostly) as that can help acclimate faster. Also, eating light if you feel queasy and avoiding alcohol.
- No Alcohol or Smoking: Our guides advise trekkers to avoid alcohol, especially during ascent. Having a beer at Namche after acclimatization is fine, but not during initial ascent. Alcohol can both dehydrate and mask symptoms. Smoking also decreases oxygen uptake – best to refrain during trek.
- Rest and Not Overexerting: We pace the trek so beginners aren’t over-exhausted (over-exertion can make AMS more likely). Slow, steady pace is our mantra. The acclimatization day involves some hiking to maybe 3,800 m, which helps your body adjust, but we do it gently, with lots of breaks and perhaps a cup of tea at Everest View Hotel, then down.
- Medication (Diamox): Some trekkers choose to take acetazolamide (Diamox) as a preventative (125 mg twice a day starting at Lukla or even a day before). Diamox helps you acclimate faster by prompting you to breathe more. It’s optional – we aren’t doctors, so we can’t force it, but we can provide information. If a beginner is very worried about AMS, consulting their doctor pre-trip about Diamox is an idea. Many people do fine without it on this itinerary.
- Garlic Soup: This is more a traditional remedy than scientific, but Sherpas swear by garlic soup to help with altitude. You’ll likely hear our guide or lodge owners recommending it. Garlic may help blood circulation. It can’t hurt (except your breath smells!). We often include garlic soup in dinners for acclimatization.
Booking Procedure and Payment Method
Planning and booking your Everest View Trek with Mountain Eco Trails is a straightforward process. We strive to make it as convenient and transparent as possible so you can focus on preparing for the adventure. To book the trip you can directly book through the website or for better communication you can book via Whats App at +9779849790153.
When you express interest in the Everest View Trek (for example, by contacting us through our website, email, or phone), our team will promptly respond. We’ll provide detailed information about the trek itinerary, what’s included/excluded (similar to what’s in this document), available dates or customization options, and answer any questions you have. If you’re a single trekker or a group, if you want to add extra days or combine with another activity, etc., we’ll address all that. We can tailor the trek to your needs to a reasonable extent (since it’s a short fixed itinerary, customization might involve private group departure or added hotel nights, etc.).
Last-Minute Booking:
If you book last-minute (say you’re already in Kathmandu and pop into our office wanting to leave in a day or two), we would require 100% payment upfront to confirm and rush arrangements (this is standard because we must immediately purchase flight tickets, which require full payment). We accept cash or a card for that. We can accept bookings up to the eve of departure if flights are available, but earlier is better to guarantee flight seats to Lukla on your desired date.
Ready to Experience the Everest View Trek?
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