Everest Base Camp Trek For Seniors Only

Nepal Pyramids Trekking & Climbing
Everest Base Camp Trek For Seniors Only
At a Glance
  • Duration17 Days
  • Difficulty Level Challenging
  • Places to Visit EBC, Tengboche
  • Max Altitude 5364 m/ 17,598ft
  • Group Size 2 - 8
  • Starts Kathmandu
  • Ends Kathmandu
  • Activity Relaxed Comfort Trekking
  • Best Season Spring/Autumn/Winter

Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors Only Package Overview:

Here we bring you one of the most popular trekking destinations in the world, Everest Base Camp, only for senior citizens. Our Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors Only is specially designed for adventure travelers aged 60 and above. Let us not consider ourselves elderly, age is just a number. Let us not let our age define our limits.

We welcome all active seniors, retired professionals, or anyone over 60 who considers themselves elders, but looking for meaningful challenges. You are a Golden-Age Travelers and we have tailored this iconic adventure in Nepal which combines comfort, safety, and the thrill of walking to the Base of the world’s highest peak.

Believe that the best adventures often come later in life.

The 19-Day Everest Base Camp for Trek Seniors Only is highly focused on making this bucket-list journey accessible to all seniors. We have crafted the itinerary very meticulously to ensure fewer hours of walking, enough acclimatization days, and more fun with our local caring staff.

Significantly, this trip includes a Chartered HELICOPTER FLIGHT from Dingboche to Lukla, eliminating the tiresome return walk. This thrilling aerial transfer saves your valuable time and provides you with breathtaking bird's-eye views of the region.

We are giving all our seniors an opportunity to explore the stunning valleys of the legendary Everest region and to connect with Nepal’s unique Himalayan culture.

Let us embrace this carefully curated Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors Only and craft a legacy of courage, determination, and human adventure. As humans, we are born dreamers, and our hearts should never cease to dream of the beautiful possibilities in our lives.

The Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors Only is to prove to the world that you can still discover your meaningful path to adventurous days. Unlike younger people who would rush ahead to prove to the world they can, seniors have the virtue of patience to truly enjoy and absorb the sacred Himalayas. This beautiful journey allows you to walk in the footsteps of legendary mountaineers but at an honoring pace to take every step into the sacred Himalayan realm.

What makes Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors only more special is walking to 5364 m / 17,598 feet with ease and comfort. Besides a slow pace and short hours of walking, we stay at comfort lodges so that every evening becomes a time of relaxation. Get close to Mount Everest, 8,848.86 m / 29,031 feet, the world's highest mountain which offers you the ultimate Himalayan adventure.

Our EBC Trek for Seniors Only is complemented by highly experienced Trek Leaders, professional Assistant Guides, and humble Porters who would walk with them. They will be there with you accompanying you and looking after you with utmost care. These experienced guides and other ground staff provide you with so much support, which allows you to focus on your goal. All of these local trekking crew members will be your family and friends who will equally enjoy and support you in your EBC dream.

Why Seniors Only?

Few reasons why our Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors Only is tailored for Mature Adventurers Only:

  • Extended Itinerary: Our 19-day Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors Only includes ample additional acclimatization days.
  • Gradual Ascent: Short walking days and gradual altitude gain every day to minimize any risk of AMS.
  • Comfortable Lodging: Comfort teahouses (booked in advance), which we have selected for senior comfort
  • Flexible Itinerary: Considering weather and Health, the package has more buffer days.
  • Medical Support: A Professional and medically trained Trek Leader to deal with any mountain ailments, including the AMS.
  • Assistant Guide and Porter Service: Full porter support to carry all equipment and experienced Assistant Guides for assistance, including the carrying of daypacks in cases of necessity.
  • Nutritious Meals: Glorious meals suitable for seniors
  • Regular Health Checks: Daily monitoring of oxygen levels and other vital signs.
  • Rescues or Heli assistance: Prompt helicopter assistance in cases of emergency or as required.
  • Group Size: Reasonable group size (max 8) for personalized attention.
  • Helicopter flight to Lukla: Skipping the long hours of return walk.

Why Choose Nepal Pyramids for This Trek:

  • Senior-Specific Expertise:

Nepal Pyramids have been leading seniors, 60+ adventurers safely into the Nepal Himalayas with utter safety. Our expert Trek Leaders are very well with leading seniors who understand the challenges and joys of trekking with Golden Agers. Over the years they have themselves very refined through ample successful senior expeditions into the wilderness.

  • Safety is our Top Priority:

We don’t compromise when it comes to senior safety. All our senior expeditions include professional, government-certified, and extensively trained Trek Leaders. Regular risk assessment to cope with any uncertainty and mountain ailments is how they are trained.

Besides, in our expeditions, there is continuous health monitoring throughout the journey. In cases of emergency, we are very prompt in providing immediate helicopter services, which, on the other hand, maintain partnerships with Kathmandu's leading hospitals.

  • Thoughtfully Designed Itinerary:

Our Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors only itinerary is very thoughtfully designed to make the trip more comfortable and fun. So that the trip is not exhausting, we have made everyday walking hours short and stay at carefully selected comfort lodges.

This, on the other hand, sets enough ground for acclimatization for proper recovery and enjoyment. As compared to the regular trek itinerary, we don’t rush, in fact, it is more senior-focused to ensure that our seniors enjoy the trip without being tired.

  • Premium Service:

All the Comfort Lodges that we have selected along the route ensure comfort, reliable heating, and quality meals. Since we designate professional Assistant Guides and Porters there shall be less personal burden so that you can enjoy your adventure. We also provide high-quality gear like Sleeping Bag, Waterproof Duffel Bag, Trekking Poles, Jackets, Rain Poncho, Trekking maps, Silk Liners, Yak Trax, etc, free of cost.

Our expert guides will provide you with authentic cultural experiences. They have a beautiful connection with the local Sherpa community and can offer you meaningful interactions with local families.

  • Testimonials:

We have established ourselves with the reputation of being one of the safest adventure travel companies in Nepal. Our testimonials speak volumes about our reliability and our clients' trust in us.

12 Key Highlights of the Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors:

  • Thrill of landing and flying off from Lukla with scenic mountain views.
  • Stunning views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and other iconic peaks.
  • Comfort lodge accommodations with cozy amenities.
  • Slow-paced trek for more fun and to prevent altitude sickness.
  • Walk the legendary trail into the land of the Sherpas and the territory of Yaks.
  • Stay at picturesque Sherpa villages and experience the unique Himalayan culture.
  • Experienced Trek Leader and a senior-friendly team for safe trekking.
  • Stand at the foot of the world’s highest peak.
  • Scenic Helicopter flight to Lukla, avoiding a long distance descent.

Outline Itinerary

  • Day 01:Arrive in the city of Kathmandu, (1,400 m / 4,593 feet) tranfer to hotel at Thamel.
  • Day 02:City Tour or Drive to Manthali (Ramechhap) (474 m / 1,555 feet) and Overnight Stay
  • Day 03:Fly to Lukla (2,800 m 9,186 feet) and Trek to Phakding (2,600 m/8,530 feet)
  • Day 04:Phakding to Monjo (2835 m / 9,301 feet)
  • Day 05:Monjo to Namche Bazaar (3,450 m / 11,318 feet) - the hub of Khumbu Region
  • Day 06:Rest Day at Namche Bazaar - Acclimatization Hike after breakfast.
  • Day 07:Namche to Phortse Village (3,810 m / 12,500 feet) - the most picturesque village.
  • Day 08:Phortse to Pangboche (3,930 m/12,893 feet)
  • Day 09:Pangboche to Dingboche (4,410 m/14,470 feet)
  • Day 10:Rest Day at Dingboche - Acclimatization hike to Nangkar Tshang Peak
  • Day 11:Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910 m / 16,108 feet)
  • Day 12:Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5,164 m /16,942 feet) and Trek to EBC (5,360 m/17,585 feet)
  • Day 13:Gorak Shep to Pheriche (4,240 m/13,901 feet) or Dingboche (4,410 m / 14,470 feet)
  • Day 14:Helicopter Flight to Lukla - Overnight Stay at Lukla (2840 m/9,317 feet)
  • Day 15:Mountain Flight to Kathmandu OR MANTHALI AIRPORT
  • Day 16:Contingency Day in Kathmandu
  • Day 17:Departure Day

Everest Base Camp Trek For Seniors Only Detailed Itinerary

  • Airport pickup by your trek leader or our office representative and transfer to the hotel.
  • The hotel is located in Thamel, a central part of the city.
  • Welcome briefing about the Everest Base Camp for Seniors adventure.
  • Thorough Trek Briefing and equipment distribution.
  • Equipment check and final preparations
  • Welcome Dinner.
  • Altitude: 1,400 m / 4,593 feet
  • Accommodation: 3/4 Star Hotel

This day depends on the time of the year you travel. If you are here in peak season time when all flights to Lukla are operated from Manthali airport, which is 132km southeast of Kathmandu, then we will drive for 4/5 hours to Manthali and stay overnight. The next morning we will take a flight to Lukla.

However, if you are here around the time when we can fly to Lukla from Kathmandu itself, then this day will be used for a city tour, Trek briefing in the afternoon, concluding with a Welcome Dinner.

  • UNESCO World Heritage sites tour (Pashupatinath, Boudhanath)
  • Final gear check and shopping for missing items
  • Meet your Everest Base Camp for Seniors team
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu or at Manthali - Depends
  • Altitude: 474 m / 1,555 fee
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Walking Hour: 4 Hrs. Drive
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Distance: 132 km
  • Transport: PRIVATE VEHICLE
  • Scenic 35-minute flight from Kathmandu / 18-minute flight from Manthali to Lukla.
  • One of the most stunning views of Nepal's landscape and the panoramic Himalayas.
  • Thrilling landing at the airport of Lukla, one of the most adrenaline-filled airports in the world.
  • Meet porters and begin a gentle Everest Base Camp Trek for Seniors
  • 4/5 hours easy walk to Phakding through Dudh Koshi vally walking the historic trail
  • Overnight at comfort teahouse.
  • Altitude: 2,600 m/8,530 feet
  • Accommodation: Comfort Tea-house
  • Walking Hour: 4/5 hrs
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Distance: 7 km
  • Transport: MOUNTIAN FLIGHT
  • Altitude: 2835 m / 9,301 feet
  • Accommodation: Comfort Tea-house
  • Walking Hour: 3/4 hrs
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Distance: 4 km

The Sherpa Capital

  • Altitude: 3,450 m / 11,318 feet
  • Accommodation: Comfort Tea-house
  • Walking Hour: 4 hrs
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Distance: 5.5 Km
  • Altitude: 3,880 m / 12,729 feet
  • Accommodation: Comfort Tea-house
  • Walking Hour: 3/4 hrs all together
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Altitude: 3810 m / 12,500 feet
  • Accommodation: Comfort Tea-house
  • Walking Hour: 6 hrs
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Distance: 8.9 km
  • Altitude: 3,930 m/12,893 feet
  • Accommodation: Comfort Tea-house
  • Walking Hour: 4/5 hrs
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Distance: 6.8 km
  • Altitude: 4,410 m/14,470 feet
  • Accommodation: Comfort Tea-house
  • Walking Hour: 4 hrs
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Distance: 5.9 km
  • Accommodation: Same Lodge
  • Walking Hour: 3/4 hrs
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Altitude: 4,910 m / 16,108 feet
  • Accommodation: Comfort Tea-house
  • Walking Hour: 5 hrs
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Distance: 8 km
  • Altitude: 5,360 m/17,585 fee
  • Accommodation: Comfort Tea-house
  • Walking Hour: 8/9 hrs total
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Distance: 12 km
  • Altitude: 4,410 m / 14,470 feet
  • Accommodation: Comfort Tea-house
  • Walking Hour: 5/6 hrs
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Distance: 14.5 km

We will wake up to another scenic view of Ama Dablam and other prominent peaks. Today we will take the most scenic mountain flight in a Chartered Helicopter through the valley of Khumbu towards Lukla airport. As you fly through the valley of Khumbu you will be graced with one of the most stunning aerial view of the region.

Highlights:

  • Skip the long hours return walk to Lukla.
  • Chartered Helicopter fly back to Lukla.
  • Stunning aerial view of the valley.
  • Free afternoon to explore the village of Lukla.
  • Last night party
  • Altitude: 2840 m/9,317 feet
  • Accommodation: Comfort Tea-house
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Transport: HELICOPTER FLIGHT
  • Accommodation: 3/4 Star Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Transport: Mountain Flight
  • Accommodation: 3/4 Star Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Fly Home
  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Transport: Airport Transfer
What's Included
  • PERMITS: All essential permits.
  • PICKUP AND DROPS: Roundtrip airport pickup and drop-off facilities for both domestic and international flights are included in the trek package.
  • ACCOMMODATION IN KATHMANDU: Three nights of hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at a 3/4-star twin-sharing hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.
  • WELCOME DINNER: Welcome dinner at Thamel.
  • SIGHTSEEING: A half-day guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu's two most sacred UNESCO World Heritage sites with entrance fees paid.
  • HELICOPTER FLIGHT: Chartered Helicopter flight from Dingboche to Lukla.
  • TAXES: All applicable local and national government taxes are covered.
  • TRANSPORTATION: Roundtrip PRIVATE VEHICLE transportation between Kathmandu and the Manthali Airport for the flight to Lukla.
  • DOMESTIC FLIGHTS: Domestic flights TO and FROM LUKLA.
  • EQUIPMENT: Essential trekking gear such as sleeping bags, fleece liners, PrimaLoft jackets, rain ponchos, Yaktrax, trekking poles, etc are provided.
  • LODGING: Comfort Tea-house accommodation on a twin-sharing basis – A single supplement is provided on request at minimal COST, however, it depends solely on the availability.
  • DRINKING WATER: Properly filtered and boiled water for drinking is provided each morning and evening. Trekkers are advised to carry reusable water bottles/bladder bags that can hold at least 3 liters.
  • GLORIOUS FOOD: All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with hot beverages are provided throughout the trek duration.
  • TREK LEADER AND ASSISTANT GUIDE: A Professional and medically trained Trek Leader, along with assistant guides based on group size.
  • PORTERS: The porter ratio is 1:2, meaning one porter for two trekkers.
  • STAFF INSURANCE & ALLOWANCES: Insurance coverage, wages, and allowances for all trek staff are included.
  • SAFETY CONCERNS: Emergency equipment including oxygen cylinders and a comprehensive medical kit is available at all times during the trek.
  • COMPLIMENTARY TAKE AWAY: Trekkers receive a duffel bag, t-shirt, multi-functional headwear, baseball hat, trekking map, and completion certificate to take home.
What's Excluded
  • NEPAL VISA: A fee of $50 that is levied on a 30-day Nepali visa.
  • INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE: The cost of all international flights.
  • PERSONAL EXPENSES: All personal expenses that may include Nepalese SIM card, internet, battery charging, hot shower, laundry, Bakery items, fizzy drinks, Alcohol, etc.
  • EMERGENCY: A medical examination of any kind, Horse renting, Helicopter Evacuation, and Rescues.
  • DONATIONS: Donations of any kind.
  • STAFF TIPPING: Tipping is entirely a personal matter, however, it’s a trekking culture.
  • EXTRA NIGHTS: Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu on early arrival or Late departure.
  • SANCTIONS: Permits or the letter of Authorization that is required for special Filming, big Drones, and Filming Cameras.
  • INSURANCE: All-inclusive Travel or medical insurance is a must.
  • EXTRA PORTER: An extra Porter or Assistant Guide is provided over request that may include the cost of $25 per day.
  • OPTIONAL TOURS: Optional tours and sightseeing or any activities during free time.
Why Choose Nepal Pyramids?

Nepal Pyramids is here to craft your Nepal dreams into reality. We assure you a trip extraordinarily out of the world with quality service and value for money. We propose comprehensive flexible packages with unbeatable price - without any hidden cost.

  • Team of Local Experts
    Team of Local Experts

    Our team of local experts is the driving force behind our success. With their passion, experience, and commitment, our team of local experts ensures that we all are not just participants but integral contributors to the growth and well-being of the community we serve.

  • Safety is our Prior Concern
    Safety is our Prior Concern

    Safety is our foremost concern at our Travel company. We prioritize the well-being of our adventurers above all else. We provide top-notch equipment and conduct rigorous safety checks to ensure every trek is as secure as it is adventurous.

  • Travel Sustainably
    Travel Sustainably

    Sustainability is at the heart of our mission. We ensure that the beauty and integrity of the destinations we explore are preserved. We believe in responsible tourism that contributes positively to the environment and the livelihoods of the local people.

  • Hassle Free
    Hassle Free

    Nepal Pyramids takes pride in making your journey hassle-free from start to finish. With our efficient services, expert Group Leading, and attention to detail, you can leave the hassles behind and focus on creating lasting memories during your travels.

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