Everest Base Camp Trek is maybe the most renowned trek on the planet and legitimately so. The trek takes in probably the most renowned mountain landscape on the planet passing the delightful Ama Dablam on course to Everest Base Camp itself and its stupendous "horseshoe" of Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse.

1. Planning a trek to Everest? Remember these tips
The thoughtof goingforan EverestBase Camp Trek isan excitingwishtobe includedinthe bucketlistof
the backpackers who seek for an adventure to the highlands of mountain. The adventure is of lifetime
memory if proper planning is made and proper guidelines are followed under the supervision of
professional guides. Besides the standard guidelines, below are some of the practical tips that are
suggested by the experienced climbers and trekkers for the less experienced fellow adventure seeking
trekkers and climbers.
1. Pre-Training
Thisis the most essentialif youwantto make yourEverestBase Camp Trek a successful one.Though
youmaynotneedanyprevioustechnical climbingexperienceyoustill needtobe physicallyfitenough
to bearthe continuousstraininthe highaltitudes.Youare advisedtogo for a trainingapproximately
3 to 4 monthspriortothe trekking.Goforwalkingupahill onatreadmill orwalkingonastair-master
or some otherintensephysical exercise atleastacouple of daysaweek.Have the neededstrengthto
walk5-6 hoursof walkon the hillswitha backpack to carry with before youpursue the adventure of
your life.
2. Mental endurance
Besidesthe physicaltrainingand preparationyoualsoneedtobe mentallypreparedforlivingthe life
of mountains for some days. The adaptation to the difficult life in the hills and mountains need an
enduring mental strength. Prepare yourself for what may come ahead in your trekking expedition.
Accommodations in the teahouses run by Sherpa may be of decent one as compared to the
accommodation in your native place. Small things like a toilet that may not be western-styledor
maybe youhave to be preparedtouse the greatoutdoorsat timesor youmay have to use bottlesto
pee duringyour trek.Be preparedfor these small thingsandhave moderate expectationintermsof

2. physical facilities. However,the displayof natural wonderis beyondyourexpectation inthe Everest
Base Camp Trek.
3. Arrival info
Get all the necessary information related to the travel to and from Nepal. Be informed on the visa
requirementsandothernecessaryformalities.Workingonthismatterwiththe travel agencywill be
a goodideaastheycan give yousome practical informationregardingyourtravel arrangementasper
your need. Going on independent trekking may not be a recommendedidea especially if you are a
novice trekker.
4. Get right gears
Several gearsare essential foryourownsafetyinthe higheraltitudessuchas the EverestBase Camp
Trek. Make a checklistof these gearsto be neededandidentifywhetherornot you needto carry all
of these fromyour native place to Nepal.Nevercompromise onthe footwearwhenyouare walking
several hours a day in the difficult terrains. A good, tough and waterproof trekking boots shall save
you frommany problemsthatyou may encounterduringthe trekkingexpedition.Gooddownjacket
withat least650 fill downisa must.Have a platypuswatercarrierand a Nalgene styledbottle along
witha sun hat, goodqualitysunglassesamongthe othergears.Have all the necessarygearschecked
before you begin.
5. Be hydrated always
Thisis the othervital life savingtipinthe highaltitudesof the Everestregion.Athigherlevel the rate
of dehydrationismore than at the sea levels.Fill upthe bottlesbefore youbeginthe day and make
sure that the water is eitherboiledortreatedwithproperwater purificationtablets.Make sure you
monitor you hydration level on a regular basis to make your trekking experience a better one. The

3. imbalance inthe hydrationlevelof yourbodycancreate problemsforyouespeciallywhenyouare in
higher altitude and eventually limit the chances of your success.
6. Have proper medical kit
This saves you from a lot of problems once you are at the rough terrains where you are prone to
healthrelatedproblemsfrommildheadache tothe altitude sickness.A mildheadache isnotabigger
issue up there. Have other medicines that counter the altitude sickness, stomach related smaller
problems. To combat the mild headaches you have to listen to #Tip 4; drink plenty of water on the
mountains. Another way to combat such headache is to add a Disprin to the water every morning.
This will help to slightlythin out your blood and thus reduce the headache due to the thickening of
the blood at higher altitudes.
7. Slow and steady completes the trek!
Take yourtime whenitcomestoa challengingtrekkingexperience like thatof the EverestBase Camp
Trek. This is not a marathonor a race for some prize money.Listentoyour bodyand in consultation
followrulesasconveyedbythetrekkingguide.Acclimatizewellinthehigheraltitudes.All theresearch
suggests, spending more time at 3,500m/ 11,500ft. Namche Bazaar (3440m) is one of the favorite
acclimatization spot in the EBC trekking trail. Give close attention to the itinerary to make sure the
itinerary givesproper time for acclimatization. Also, make sure that the trekking schedule is flexible
enough.
8. Adapt to local culture
Respectthe local culture,traditionandlifestyle whenyouare inthe Everestregion. Circumambulating
ina clockwise direction,puttingyourshoesorslippersoutsidethe holyshrinesissome of the cultural
valuesthatthe outsiders needtogive anattentionto. Make sure you’re yourclothingstyleandother
habitsdon’toffendthe locals.Itis advisedthatyougive properattentiontothese small detailssoas
to get good cooperation from the locals and learn more about the reach cultural legacy these
inhabitantscarry from theirpast. Making compromise withthese issuesforfew daysshall helpyou
create memories for rest of your life.
9. Stay out of the Sun when possible
The level of protectionyouhave fromthe UV rays decreases withthe increasingaltitude.Some days
on the trek might be tough due to the brutal radiation from the solar rays. So it is advised that you
remain out of the sun whenever possible to minimize the wrinkles you have on your skin and the
chances of developing skin cancer and to reduce the impact of dehydration caused due to the
sunburn.The minimaltheseeffectsare seen,the higherchance of yoursuccessful adventure remains.
10. Enjoy!
This is the most given advice by the experienced people. You are on vacation so relax and enjoy
yourself. On a trekking trip like the Everest Base Camp, you try hard to successfully complete an
adventurous expedition and create memories. This trekking adventure gives you a lot of spare time

4. so that you can go slowand live each and everymomentof the trip.Except few longertrekkingdays
youcan alwaysfindtimetorest,enjoyandlaughwithyourfellowtrekkers.Have anopenandpositive
mind while interacting with the locals. Keep in mind that these people are there to make your
adventure a successful one despite all the cultural and other difference. Be focused, calm, open
minded and positive!