Kathmandu to Tibet Overland Himalayan Tour through Everest Base Camp

Yes, definitely! Children can also easily join this trek. Since this trek is a family-friendly adventure, it is suitable for children to experience such a wonderful journey. We welcome trekkers of all ages and children as young as 4 years old have also easily reached Everest Base Camp with successful completion of their journey with proper and careful planning. Trekking with children requires additional adjustments in the itinerary with added acclimatization to ensure their safety and comfort.

No, there’s not any age limit or restrictions for this trek. We welcome trekkers of all ages for this extremely adventurous activity experience provided that the health condition of the trekker must be in a good situation. Trekkers should be physically and mentally ready to trail into the cold yet breathtaking mountain having high altitude. With properly curated and careful designing of the itinerary, and proper acclimatization, EBC trek is safe for all. 

It is not a compulsion to have prior hiking experience but it’s a plus point if you have it. Plenty of trekkers who trekked for the first time have successfully completed the Everest Base Camp Trek with proper guidance, positive mindset and good preparation. This trek is definitely achievable if you're a really adventurous person, physically active and nature lover. With proper determination, positive attitude and endurance training beforehand will go a long way in making your EBC trek journey amazing and successful.

In terms of fitness. You don't necessarily need to be an athlete, but you need to have decent stamina and a good health condition. If you can walk 6 to 7 hours a day and easily climb stairs, then you’re good to go!

Just a moderate level of fitness is enough and you're good to go. If you're a hiking loving person and regular walking person, then it’s a plus point. 

Definitely yes. With proper guidance, preparation and positive mindset, with slow pace, even beginners and first timers can easily complete the trek. Make sure to be cautious, follow the instructions and prepare your body well.

Yes, it is suitable but you need to take it seriously. High altitude trekking needs awareness and you need to show respect for altitude sickness and that is the reason why acclimatization is very necessary.

No, you don't necessarily need to take any training before the trek but you can train your body at home and build strength for your leg. Walking, hiking and  basic cardio is great.

Yes, you can do your own training at home or by going for hikes. Starting at least 6 to 8 weeks early is recommended but starting earlier is even better. 

Walking, hiking uphill, stair climbing, legs and core exercise and jogging are very helpful.

Yes, absolutely! It is definitely possible for senior citizens over 60 to join the Everest Base Camp trek. They just need to follow the slower pace with frequent breaks in the middle with enough body rest.

Everest Base Camp trek is comparatively more difficult than Annapurna Base Camp due to its high altitude but not the trail itself. 

Yes, EBC plays a major concern in this EBC trek. The altitude is above 5,000 meters which is basically above 17,000 feet at the Base Camp.

The highest point of 5,545 meters is Kala Patthar for the early morning sunrise view, which is even higher than EBC itself. 

You need to take it slow and hydrate yourself enough and properly with proper resting and acclimatization days. It's recommended that you avoid alcohol consumption. Your travel guide will definitely monitor you as well. 

Acclimatization days are basically rest days to help you adjust your body at high altitude and to lower their risk of altitude sickness. These breaks are necessary for you to rest well to prepare for the next day of your trek day.

Normally 2 days of acclimatization are built in the itinerary, one in Namche Bazaar and one in Dingboche.

Definitely yes. You may hire a porter and it is very common to hire a porter on your trekking journey which makes the trek easier and more enjoyable for you. It also helps in supporting the local economy. 

You will always have a guide by your side. You can freely tell your guide immediately and let the guide know what’s bothering you. Rest well and hydrate yourself well, let the team properly assess your condition and yes remember, don't push yourself too hard!

Obviously yes. For emergencies, helicopter evacuations are available and are covered by insurance. 

Yes, if you feel hard in the middle of your journey, please do not push yourself too hard. You may return early with your guide or even call for an emergency helicopter to return back if needed.

Yes, you may. But make sure that you only join for EBC trek after consulting with your doctor for your own safety. Talk properly with your doctor and be really honest about your health conditions and be clear about the situation.

Yes, you may. But make sure that you only join for EBC trek after consulting with your doctor for your own safety. Talk properly with your doctor and be really honest about your health conditions and be clear about the situation.

We highly recommend you to go for consultation with your doctor, especially if you have any sort of pre-existing health condition.