by everestcamptrekadmin | May 2, 2026 | Safety & Risk
Key Takeaways You need travel insurance that covers high-altitude trekking up to 5,364 meters, including altitude sickness and medical treatment. Helicopter evacuation coverage is essential, as rescue in the Everest region is expensive and often necessary in...
by everestcamptrekadmin | May 2, 2026 | Guide, Porter & Solo Trek
Key Takeaways Hiring a licensed guide for the Everest Base Camp trek is mandatory in 2026, and solo trekkers without one are turned back at Monjo checkpoint The full round trip from Lukla is about 130 km, reaching 5,364 m at base camp and 5,545 m at Kala Patthar A...
by everestcamptrekadmin | Apr 30, 2026 | General Questions
Trekkers are not allowed to stay overnight at Everest Base Camp. Nepal’s Department of Tourism officially banned unauthorized overnight stays in April 2026. Only authorized climbers, licensed guides, and expedition support staff like Sherpas are permitted to...
by everestcamptrekadmin | Apr 2, 2026 | Permits & Paperwork
Key Takeaways Foreign trekkers need three permits for EBC trek in 2026/27: Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit (NPR 3,000), Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit (NPR 2,600), and TIMS Card (NPR 1,300), totaling NPR 10,800 (~USD 80). Solo trekking has been...
by everestcamptrekadmin | Apr 2, 2026 | Packing & Gear Guide
Key Takeaways Everest Base Camp trek packing requires a 4-layer clothing system across a 35°C to 40°C temperature swing between Lukla (2,800m) and Gorak Shep (5,164m), with sleeping bag rated to -15°C to -20°C for peak season and -25°C to -30°C for winter treks. Lukla...
