Trekking to
Everest Base Camp is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that offers breathtaking views of the world's tallest mountain, Mount Everest. The journey to the base camp is challenging, but the reward is worth the effort. Here's my account of the trek.
The journey began with a flight to Lukla, a small village in the Solu Khumbu district of Nepal. The flight was an adventure in itself, as the plane navigated through the mountain valleys, offering a glimpse of the stunning landscape.
After landing in Lukla, I met my
guide and porter, who would accompany me on the trek. The first day of the trek was relatively easy, as we followed the Dudh Koshi River and passed through several villages. We stopped for lunch in Phakding, a small village where we savored the local cuisine.
The second day of the trek was more challenging as we ascended uphill to Namche Bazaar, a bustling village that serves as a hub for trekkers in the region. We had to cross several suspension bridges over the gushing rivers and climb steep trails to reach Namche Bazaar.
The third day of the trek was a rest day, as we needed to acclimatize to the high altitude. We explored the village and hiked up to the Everest View Hotel, which offers a stunning panoramic view of Mount Everest.
The fourth day of the trek was a steep climb to Tengboche, a village that hosts one of the most beautiful iconik monasteries in the everest region. We witnessed a prayer ceremony at the monastery and enjoyed the serene surroundings.
The fifth day of the trek was another steep climb to Dingboche, a village that offers a view of Lhotse, the fourth highest mountain in the world. We had to take frequent breaks to catch our breath as the air was getting thinner.
The sixth day of the trek was another rest day, as we needed to acclimatize further to the high altitude. We explored the village and hiked up to a nearby ridge that offered a stunning view of Ama Dablam. It is one of the most beautiful mountains in everest region.
The seventh day of the trek was a climb to Lobuche, a village that offers a view of the Khumbu Glacier. We could feel the effects of the high altitude as we climbed uphill.
The eighth day of the trek was the most challenging as we ascended to Gorak Shep, the last village before the base camp. We reached Gorak Shep in the afternoon and rested for a while before setting out to the base camp.
The ninth day of the trek was the highlight of the journey as we reached the Everest Base Camp. We stood in awe of the majestic Mount Everest, which stood tall in front of us. We spent some time at the base camp and savored the moment before heading back to Gorak Shep.
The tenth day of the trek was a climb to Kala Patthar, a nearby peak that offers a stunning view of Mount Everest. We witnessed the sunrise over the mountain and took several photos to capture the moment.
The return journey was relatively easy as we retraced our steps back to Lukla. We stopped to spend overnite at several villages along the way and enjoyed the local hospitality. We reached Lukla on the fifteenth day of the trek and flew back to Kathmandu the next day.
Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return was a life-changing experience that taught me the value of perseverance and determination. The journey was challenging, but the reward was priceless. I highly suggest this trek to anyone who loves adventure and nature and has limited time to return.
traveller nepal (16 Point) 
