Highlights of the Trip
- Explore Everest Base Camp at the lap of the world’s tallest peak, Mount Everest.
- Get insights into Tibetan Buddhism at Tengboche Monastery.
- Hike through high altitude passes like Dughla Pass and Lobuche Pass.
- 360 degree views of peaks from Mahalangur Mountain Range, including Mount Everest, Pumari, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and more.
- Reach Kala Patthar, the highest viewpoint of the world.
- Hike to Everest View Hotel, hotel at the highest altitude in the world.
The Family Trek to Everest Base Camp is a remarkable experience and it perfectly combines beautiful scenery, cultural immersion and engaging in outdoor activities for the families.
This trek takes the family on the journey of their life exploring beautiful Sherpa settlement, green dense forests and high range pastures with the views of Everest.
The family oriented trekking routes are neither strenuous nor too fast, as there is ample time for acclimatization, resting and sightseeing.
For families, the trek is not just about reaching the base camp, but also appreciating the rather vibrant sherpa culture, exploring the temples and learning about the daily life of the people there.
Since most families are able to find an organized tea house only a short distance from where the day’s activities end, the concern is on the re-creating of the experiences rather than the planning.
It is strenuous but not impossible the trek to the Everest base camp facilities raises mountains that challenge even the healthiest of families with young ones, due to its careful construction with every member’s safety and pleasure in mind.
Whether it is walking near the great Himalayas, seeing a prayer flag twirling in the wind, or finally standing at the footprints of the Everest Base Camp, this trekking experience is one for the ages for families in search of fun and culture.
Why Take Family Trek To Everest Base Camp?
Going on a Family Trek to Everest Base Camp has several reasons as it can be a memorable experience, incorporating the element of natural wonders and cultural relaxation at one of the most beautiful places in the world.
In the Himalayan region of Nepal, this journey provides a unique opportunity for families to learn new culture, stroll through new landscapes, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of mountains.
In the process of trekking, you along with your family dive into the rich cultural history of the Sherpas by stopping over at far-flung villages of Namche, Tengboche, Gorak Shep and other, and monasteries, making them learn to respect and even appreciate the local culture.
On the other hand, there are challenges in the trek: altitude, difficult terrain, varied climatic conditions, which promote team spirit and flexibility thereby enabling the growth of each individual and the family as a whole.
This incredible journey is a cultural, natural and self-fulfilling triumph which provides families with a great sense of achievement and beautiful moments that are capable of being kept for countless years.
Preparing for the Family Trek to Everest Base Camp
Family Trek to Everest Base Camp (EBC) is fun, packed with excitement but very demanding in terms of preparation. EBC, which stands at 5,364 m (17,598 ft), is approachable but quite difficult particularly for families with members of varying age groups.
This is the way to get ready for such a magnificent trip and ensure that it is as safe and pleasant as possible.
Physical Preparation
Proper physical preparation for the Everest Base Camp trek is required before starting this trek. The terrains are rugged, steep, and irregular with trekkers having to walk about, 6 to 8 hours on average for several days.
Families intending to involve in such activity should start the physical training at least 2-3 months prior to the trip, putting emphasis on raising their stamina, endurance and production of muscles in the legs.
Lack of adequate physical fitness is also a huge drawback as most family members can get exhausted within a short time and are likely to get injuries or even experience excessive fatigue which will lower the enjoyment level.
Mental Preparation
Along with physical preparedness, mental preparation also plays a vital role in completing the Family Trek to Everest Base Camp. As mentioned earlier, this journey will be physically challenging but to tackle those challenges, you and your family must be mentally ready to overcome it.
Landmarks such as steep terrains along the trail to Tengboche and Dughla Hills, and glacial moraine alongside the Khumbu Glacier will test your physical limits.
But it all stands out on how you and your family handle these set of hurdles. Tiredness can be minimized by mindfulness practices, such as deep breathing or imagery techniques may alleviate both physical and emotional stress during the trek for adults and children alike.
First Aid and Safety Measures
Your family’s safety is the main priority while going on this trek. So it is advised to carry a sufficient first-aid kit during the trek as there might be very limited medical facilities.
The kit should have the elements such as antiseptics, gauzes, aspirin, etc., as well as any medication that one’s family may need.
Also, Everest Base Camp Trek is associated with other dangers, for instance, Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), so it is also important to pack some AMS medication and learn how altitude effects the body. We advise you take the oxygen supplements, especially if you are traveling with your children, to remain safe.
In the meantime, basic safety instructions will be provided to all family members especially children so that all of them will be ready and alert during the excursion.
How to avoid altitude sickness during Family Trek to Everest Base Camp?
Going on a Family Trek to Everest Base Camp is a rewarding journey, but most people who have not trekked at high altitudes are prone to AMS.
Speaking of the risks of altitude sickness, they happen when the elevation is above 2500m in general, but more specifically – in the areas of Namche Bazaar at 3440m, Tengboche at 3867m, Dingboche at 4410m, Lobuche at 4930m which are among the most visited sites in the region.
The steeper terrains of Gorak Shep (5,164m) and Everest base camp (5,364m) poses higher risks to the trekkers because of the thin oxygen level. This way families can be able to identify the risk zones and therefore make better decisions throughout the whole trek.
It will be necessary to use good time and ascend gradually to avoid sickness known as acute mountain sickness. High altitude climbers are advised to ascend up to 300 to 500 meters only a day after the Namche Bazaar point.
All the trekking itineraries incorporate days for acclimatization in Namche and Dingboche which serve to make the body adjust to a lower altitude.
In these days, families can go for small treks to the neighboring places like Everest view hotel near Namche to make their bodies adapt to the high altitude environments.
The best form of prevention for the two especially to both adults and children is taking the trek slowly, giving allowance to the body to adapt.
Another preventive measures is hydration: being dehydrated one increases their risk of getting altitude sickness. Trekkers should take approximately 3-4 liters of water per day and should refrain from taking alcohol and other products containing caffeine since they dry the body.
Some trekkers also take prophylactic medications like acetazolamide (Diamox) but again anybody intending to take any medication should seek advice from a health care practitioner preferably a pediatrician if children are involved.
The symptoms in our body should be heeded; in case if anyone of them has headache, dizziness or shortness of breath it is advisable to pull back.
If one feels worse with symptoms of altitude sickness, he should descend to the lower altitude as soon as possible and consult a doctor.
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Family Trek To Everest Base Camp Cost
At Blue Lake Travels and Tours, we have an updated cost for the Family Trek to Everest Base Camp based on the different group sizes. All solo travelers and groups have their share of costs ranging from USD 1050 to USD 1150 per person.
For those wishing to trek in the mountains on their own, the price reaches USD 1150 as it is understood that there will be some exclusivity of the experience and the resources will be further dedicated.
In other words, within larger sizes, the cost per person when traveling as a group is less; hence it is beneficial for couples and families traveling together.
When two people travel together the per head share comes to USD 1100, which is the perfect midway of shared and individual expenditure.
For groups of three, they can also enjoy a price cut where cost per person is USD 1090. Small groups of four can also pay only USD 1080 per person which allows small groups to enjoy the trek at lower price without sacrificing the quality of services provided.
Blue Lake Travels and Tour shall also ensure that those costs include all necessary services for congestion free movement towards Everest Base Camp, including permits, guides, accommodation and food services.
In case of groups of five to six, the rate per person is USD 1060, while the cheapest rate of USD 1050 per person applies to groups of seven to ten. This pricing plan is aimed at enabling the Everest Base Camp Trek range of customers.
Each cost tier is attached high standards of service quality whether it is big or small group with experienced guides, support and accommodation provided.
Contact Blue Lake Travels and Tour for additional information or to arrange your Family Trek to Everest Base Camp.
| No of Trekkers | Cost |
| 1 | USD 1150 |
| 2 | USD 1100 per person |
| 3 | USD 1090 per person |
| 4 | USD 1080 per person |
| 5 to 6 | USD 1060 per person |
| 7 to 10 | USD 1050 per person |
The World’s Iconic Adventure Everest Base Camp Trail
Trekking to the Everest Base Camp, which is located within Sagarmatha National Park, is perhaps the most anticipated adventure in one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world.
The adventure begins with a scenic flight to Lukla and a trek to Phakding through Sherpa settlements like Nurning and Chheplung where the landscape and Buddhism are characteristic of the region with a lot of prayer flags.
As trekkers move on from Phakding, they step into Sagarmatha National Park, which is a world heritage site that comprises rhododendron groves, alpine foresters, and various other biosphere reserves.
The broad species like the Himalayan tahr and the musk deer as well as many bright pheasants including Nepals Danphe (the national bird) provide the trail’s decoration while magical pictures like snow leopards and red pandas are seen rarely.
From the active trails of the park, trekkers descend reaching Namche Bazaar, a climbers hub with views of Everest and busy souvenir shops. After Namche, the path leads to Tengboche – which is famous for its Tengboche Monastery and also offers great view of Everest and Ama Dablam mountains.
The trekking expeditions also heads towards Dingboche and Lobuche which are characterized by high altitude where the landscapes are almost completely visible of naked surface and places to commemorate climbers lost to the Everest is provided.
Moving on, how the Gorak Shep and Everest Base Camp are connected to the Khumbu Glacier at the bottom of Mount Everest which leaves every trekkers speechless.
Family Trek to Everest Base Camp With Everest View Hotel
The Family Trek to Everest Base Camp with a visit to the Everest View Hotel is an ideal walk for acclimatization during your stay in Namche Bazaar, enabling your body to get used to the altitude, while providing some of the most picturesque sights on the way.
The hotel is located at quite high altitude of 13,000 feet and is one of the highest luxury hotels in the world where one can enjoy the sights of Mt. Everest and the peaks around it, without going higher even for the day.
Hiking towards Everest View Hotel is through beautiful high altitude forests and yak grazing lands along with vertical climbs where breath taking views appear as you ascend.
In view of this approach will be Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Everest and of course the hotel rustic design makes quite a contrast with its warm interiors.
Furthermore, guests can sit back and relax at the terrace while having tea or coffee as they behold the breathtaking views of the mountains including the world’s high altitude snow-peaks.
This short half-day hike is truly a great chance to enjoy the beauty of the Everest region yet saving most of one’s strength enabling the climber to keep on with the trip to Everest Base Camp in readiness.
Best Time for Family Trek To Everest Base Camp
Spring Season (March to May)
Spring is the perfect season for a family adventure to Everest Base Camp as it offers dry weather, crystal clear skies and temperature which are not extreme.
The daytime temperatures will range in altitudes of 10-15 degree Celsius which is bearable for families as it is warm but plunging to higher elevations is still fresh.
Spring is also extremely beautiful as many trees and other foliage appear along the hiking path, with the forest colors of red, pink and purple the reddish plants’ colors such as the rhododendrons and other flowers.
There is excellent sightseeing during this season as there are no obstacles to the mountains and the greenery is beautiful as clouds are minimal in the region.
Ensuring cultural attachment for families, Spring is also the time when various indigenous s occur, and such include Buddha Jayanti which is the birth of Buddha and is practiced in many localities including Namche and Tengboche which becomes lively with processions and celebrations.
The combination of warm temperatures, awe-inspiring views and interesting local activities is what makes Spring one of the best seasons for families to visit the Everest region.
Autumn Season (September to November)
The months of September, October, and November are also recommended for a Family Trek to Everest Base Camp.
That is because the post-monsoon clouds are crystal clear and Everest and other mountains can be seen comfortably.
The temperature is also lower compared to that of Spring its ranges in the lower altitudes from 8°C to 14°C but most trekking tours in this season are still pleasant with only a few chills at higher altitudes making it ideal for families.
Fall also brings cultural activities such as the Mani Rimdu Festival which is celebrated at Tengboche Monastery. This religious ceremony boasts of providing sculpted masks and their accompanying dances to the Sherpa people and thus is interesting for families.
The trails with cool and dry weather, the clear blue sky with snow-capped mountains and golden terrace farms make this fall season very amazing for families to explore the nature and culture of Everest Region.
Typical Day on The Family Trek to Everest Base Camp
A typical day on a family trek to Everest Base Camp begins early, around 6:30 to 7:00 AM, when trekkers wake from their sleeping tents for a good breakfast at their lodge. The trek usually starts by 8:00 AM to take advantage of the daylight.
The walking duration of a day is between 4 to 6 hours depending on altitude and terrain.
Meals and drinks break are very frequent to allow hikers to rest besides admiring the views. The trek is not very strenuous and parents with children can also embark on the trek since the guide will have to reduce the speed and allow for breaks to be made.
During the day, families will get a wonderful exposure to the culture of the Sherpas living in places like Namche Bazaar, Tengboche and Dingboche.
These stops allow you not only to look at the way a traditional Sherpa life is lived today but also to speak to the locals and visit Buddhist monasteries with prayer flags, and paintings.
Being surrounded by prayer wheels and sacred stupas on the trail enhances the cultural value of the experience making it more profound.
Again, apart from cultural encounter, the trek provides wonderful scenic views and exciting experiences. Each stage offers breathtaking spectaculars of mountains such as Ama Dablam, Lhotse and of course Mount Everest.
It includes gorgeous trails that pass through the alpine forests, suspension bridges that cross over the rivers, gorgeous meadows beside the river and full of yaks and Himalayan tahr.
Packing List for the Family Trek To Everest Base Camp
Clothing:
- Comfortable, sturdy hiking boots with good ankle support.
- Lightweight Hiking Shoes/Sandals for use at lodges or during rest stops.
- Moisture-wicking long-sleeve tops and bottoms for warmth.
- Fleece or Insulated Jacket for layering in colder weather.
- Waterproof Jacket & Pants: Essential to protect against rain or wind.
- Lightweight and breathable trekking pants, perfect for varying weather.
- A warm hat for colder weather, plus a sun hat for daytime.
- Wool or synthetic socks, enough pairs for each day of the trek.
Gear & Accessories:
- Daypack (Family-sized) comfortable and large enough for snacks, water, and extra layers.
- Water Bottles/Hydration System to fill water during the trek.
- Sunglasses (UV Protection) to protect against the high-altitude sun.
- High-SPF sunscreen, lip balm with sunscreen, and a hat.
- Trekking Poles helpful for support on steep or uneven terrain.
- Sleeping Bag (Cold Weather Rated) comfortable for temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
- Water Purification Tablets or Filter
- Any necessary prescription medications, along with a small first-aid kit (band-aids, antiseptic, pain relievers, etc.).
For the Kids:
- Kid-friendly Snacks such as energy bars, trail mix, and snacks that kids enjoy.
- Small Trekking Backpack that are light and comfy for carrying their own water, snacks, and personal items.
- Small Toys or Games to keep entertained during downtime at lodges.
Miscellaneous:
- Passport, trekking permits, and any required paperwork.
- Travel Insurance.
- Nepali rupees for souvenirs, tips, and extra services in local villages.
- Hand Sanitizer & Wet Wipes.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance becomes an integral aspect while determining the itinerary of a Family Trek to Everest Base Camp. Trekking at high altitudes, especially within such isolated regions as that of Everest, makes one risk prone.
Events such as accidents and illness, altitude sickness, and weather conditions among others, may threaten the journey.
Travel Insurance is aimed at alleviating such instances of worry by covering medical costs and other associated costs what with the high altitude mountains of the Himalayas, trip interruptions, risks of lost baggage, and in most cases, search and rescue along the expedition.
This is in addition to covering the costs related to medical emergencies since excessive travel insurance costs are useful in case the insured person travels for a non-recreational purpose.
The insurance also assists in handling emergencies such as when medical services are needed or even when evacuation by helicopter becomes necessary – something which can be expensive when the latter is not available.
This is most important for families since, at times, there arise things which need to be addressed urgently and so, as long as you are covered, you can go on with your trek knowing everything is ok.
For your information, offers of insurance do not fall under the services offered out by Blue Lake Travels & Tours. You may, however, buy a package of travel protection from MetLife, Shikhar Insurance, Prabhu Insurance, and other companies offering similar services for the Family Trek to Everest Base Camp.
It is advisable to obtain travel insurance in advance before your Everest Base Camp trek for the purpose of your safety during the trip.
Mobile Charge Cost for Everest Base Camp Trek
During your Family Trek to Everest Base Camp, the higher you go, the more expensive the charging of mobile devices becomes, and this is common. Most of the time, charging a mobile phone is usually at NPR 500 per charge.
This particularly applies as one tends to trek towards higher positions, and especially because in such remote places, there is always the need to use limited solar energy and fuel-powered generators.
Hot Water Cost for Family Trek to Everest Base Camp
Trekkers are expected to be charged about NPR 400 for a large container of hot water during this trek. The rate of water demonstrates the fact that the price is high as the activity takes place at high altitude which requires heating water and such resources are limited.
A lot of trekkers opt to carry thermos flasks or water purifiers to minimize expenses, but in some cases, it is more convenient to buy hot water especially in the mornings or evenings because of the cold weather.
Hot Shower Cost During Family Trek to Everest Base Camp
Although hot showers are expensive luxuries during the trek to Everest Base Camp. Up to Namche Bazaar, for instance, a hot shower costs about NPR 500 and this price may even go up to around NPR 1,000 in the higher regions.
This is a sharp increase due to the labor, energy as well as the cost of fuel used in heat treatment of water in high climatic regions.
WiFi Cost for Family Trek to Everest Base Camp
Up to Namche Bazaar, WI FI will cost more or less NPR 500 but it may rise to about NPR 1000 in places with higher altitudes. These high prices are also as a result of scarce availability of connections and inability of provision nexus fixed in such harsh environments.
In the case of those who want to update their social media pages, it is suggested to think about these expenses or to prepare for the fact that some places on the route will have access and some will not.