Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trek is a great way to explore more villages in lower Khumbu. This route is the best alternative in case of bad weather in Lukla, as flights from Kathmandu to Lukla can sometimes be disrupted for several days. We offer a well-managed trip to the Everest Base Camp via Phaplu at an affordable price. Normally, the Everest Base Camp trek takes 12 days via Lukla, but if you start via Phaplu, it will take 15 days.
Phaplu and Salleri are administrative areas of the Solukhumbu district. We use a jeep to travel from Kathmandu to Phaplu, and now you can drive further to Ringmu. The road extends up to Kharikhola, and you will enjoy the frequently switching back road and beautiful landscape. Ringmu is a Sherpa village where the classic route Jiri – Everest joins. This classic route has been used for trekking and Everest expeditions for several years. From Ringmu, the trail ascends to Takshindu and descends Dudhkoshi River. You will explore mountains, monasteries, villages, and terrace fields. Popular villages include Ringmu, Takshindu, Nunthala, Jubhing, Paiya, Surke, and Chaurikharka. The trail from Lukla joins the route in Cheplung, and you can see many trekkers on the trail whether you start from Phaplu or Salleri.
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Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trek is relatively harder and longer in duration than the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. It is because trekkers will be hiking to the ultimate heights at 5,550 m / 18,209 feet . Trekkers do not require technical training or rock climbing and mountaineering skills but you need to be physically fitness to hike 6 to 8 hours daily. Some physical fitness programs such as running, swimming, and hiking are recommended before your journey.
The best months to do the Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trek is February, March, April, May, September, October, November, and December. During these months, the weather is generally favorable with clear skies and mild temperatures, making for optimal trekking conditions and stunning mountain views.
Our trekking guides are trained and hold a trekking guide license issued by the Nepalese government. All of our guides are local with a deep understanding of the mountains, culture, health and your safety. All of our guides are skilled, experienced, courteous and helpful. They are proficient in English and will be able to communicate effectively with you throughout the trip.
You can get verity of meals including typical Nepali Dal Bhat (Rice, Curry and lentils), breads, noodles, soups, eggs, toast, potato varieties, pizza, pasta, burger items are common choices in the menu. Breakfast and dinner will be served from tea house or lodge where we stay overnight and lunch will be served on the way to next destination. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included during the trek.
Boiled water and safe drinking water options are available along the trekking route. We do not recommend you drink water from local sources such as taps, wells, and rivers.
You will be accommodated in 3 star level hotel in Kathmandu. During the trek, you will have a private room in guesthouses and lodges. In some cases, during peak season, you need to share a room with others.
Yes, it is necessary to have insurance to join this Phaplu to Everest base camp Trek. Your insurance should cover cost of Helicopter rescue and treatment.
Yes, while porters can carry the majority of your belongings, it’s recommended to carry a small day backpack yourself. This backpack can hold essentials such as drinking water, snacks, sunscreen, camera, sunglasses and any other items you may need easy access to during the day hike.
Yes, trekkers should note that the luggage limit for a porter is 20kg, and typically, there is one porter assigned for every two trekkers. It’s advisable to pack efficiently and within this weight limit to ensure ease of transportation during the trek.
