EVEREST BASE CAMP PACKING LIST

This list is a comprehensive Everest Base Camp packing list. It includes the layers you should bring to ensure you’re warm during the climate fluctuations of the Himalayan region, gear to make your trek accessible and comfortable, and supplies to help you have the best experience possible.

Clothing

Moisture-wicking long-sleeve t-shirts (2)
Moisture-wicking short-sleeve t-shirt (1)
Heavy fleece or down jacket
Gortex or waterproof jacket with hood
Windbreaker
Rain poncho
Fleece pants
Trekking pants (2)
Hiking shorts (1)
Waterproof pants
Hiking socks (10)
Warm thermal socks (1)
Long underwear (2)
Underwear (10)
Hiking boots with ankle support
Camp shoes or tennis shoes
Light inner gloves/glove liners
Insulated wool or down mittens/gloves
Sunglasses
Broad-brimmed hat
Neck gaiter or bandana (for sun protection)
Wool hat or balaclava (should cover ears)
Gaiters (needed Dec-Feb)
Sweatshirt (optional)
Sock liners (optional)

Trekking Gear & Supplies

Duffle bag for carrying gear via porters (provided by Himalayan Wonders if you’re trekking with us)
40L Daypack for carrying what you need on the trail
Waterproof cover for daypack
Water bottles or hydration bladder (i.e. CamelBak)
Sleeping bag rated to -18°C/ 0°F (available for rental if you’re trekking Everest Base Campthrough Himalayan Wonders)
Trekking poles
Headlamp with extra batteries
Lightweight water filter or iodine water tablets (personal preference)
Hand warmers
Travel pillow or pillowcase
Sleeping bag stuff sack
Drybags in several sizes
Stuff sacks for dirty clothes/shoes
Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
Small lock(s) for duffle bag and daypack
Sleeping bag liner (optional)
Quick-drying trekking towel (optional)

Food & Snacks

Snacks (combine protein & carbs for well-balanced energy)
Thermos (optional for hot beverages)
Re-hydration gels or powder

Toiletries

Sunscreen
Lip balm with sunscreen
Toilet Paper
Moleskin, medical tape, and/or duct tape for treating/preventing blisters
Advil or Ibuprofen
Diamox (for altitude sickness)
Personal prescriptions
Antibiotics (Cipro for travelers’ diarrhea)
Anti-chafe balm (e.g. Body Glide, to prevent chafing)
Diaper rash cream (Can treat rashes or chaffing)
Soap
Deodorant
Toothbrush/toothpaste
Razor (as needed)
Shampoo
Wet wipes
Hand sanitizer
Feminine hygiene products (as needed)
Face lotion
Hairbrush
Hair ties
Earplugs (for sleeping)

Additional Supplies

Portable solar charger/power bank
Book
Journal/pen
Playing cards

Important Documents

Passport (needed at entry gate for registration)
Visa (these are easy to attain when you land in Kathmandu—bring $30 (15 Days) or $50 (30 Days) USD for Visa Application
Money ($200-300 cash is recommended—while there are occasional ATMs on the trail, they are almost always out of order)
One passport-sized photo if trekking in the Annapurna Region (needed at times for trekking permit). Not needed for Everest Treks.
Travel insurance

ABOUT BOOKING

How to Book

You can book the seat by paying 30- 50% for the tour amount.
You can transfer the amount to the below account number
Name - TEAM RAAHI TREKKERS & Outdoors Pvt Ltd.
ACCOUNT NUMBER - 5245312314
IFSC CODE - KKBK0001803
SAHAKARNAGAR BRANCH
PhonePe/Gpay/PayTM UPI – raahitrekkers@kotak.

Please contact us on the below number for more details, Kshitij - 9370704070 RaahiTrekkers - 9699872996

Cancellation Policy

Minimum cancellation is 10% or INR 3000 whichever maximum per person per tour.
25% between 45-30 days before tour departure.
50% between 30-15 days before tour departure.
75% between 15-05 days before tour departure 100% on the same day & no show & 05 days remaining.
In case, the tour is cancelled due to any kind of lockdown restrictions your paid amount shall be carry forwarded to any of our future treks or tour

Payment Policy

1st instalment - 30% at the time of booking the seat.
2nd instalment - 30 days prior to tour 40% payment.
3rd instalment - 29 - 15 days prior to the tour 20% payment.
Final instalment - 15 days prior to the tour 10% payment.

RULES & REGULATIONS

If this trek/tour is cancelled due to Covid Lockdown or natural calamity

In case the tour gets cancelled because of local lockdown or natural phenomena or any other reason beyond our control, we shall arrange for alternative treks or tours to a different place. In case, due to Government lockdown restrictions, we are unable to continue with any of the plans, your only tour amount will be refunded and your travel amount will be refunded as per the travel operator's standard refund process. If the participant is unwilling to go for the alternative tour/trek, there would be no refund or voucher issued for this tour. All the services have to be arranged beforehand and cannot be shifted to any other date.
No show and tour changes/cancellations due to bad weather or natural calamity will be nonrefundable.No money shall be refunded in case a person is rescued and brought back to the base camp before the said date.
If the travellers need to return before the trip ends, they shall have to bear all the expenses for accommodation and meals at their respective or any other place. The services on the tour are arranged for even if they go unused.

In Case of Injury / Casualty

If any traveller feels unwell and has to be brought back to the base camp, all the charges, including the rescue fees, medication, Ambulance / Transport, accommodation apart from the scheduled itinerary, Meals or any other medical or Miscellaneous expenses will have to be borne by the traveller.
P.S. We are only liable to offer the services mentioned as per the itinerary and inclusions

Unused Services

We shall not offer or pay any discounts or refunds for missed or unused services which were missed or unused by the client due to no fault of ours, or our representatives, which shall include any termination of the client’s participation in the tour product due to the client’s own fault, negligence or breach of these terms.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Any extra transfers required during the tour will be charged extra.
For room sharing, in case you have opted for double sharing and we don't have any partner to share, your accommodation will be done in triple sharing
Anything that is explicitly not mentioned in the inclusions and optional as suggested in the itinerary, is not a part of this package.
Images shown about the place, city, hotel, attractions, etc. are for illustration purposes only and may not be the same as those linked to the itinerary or services provided.
Cost and consequences arising due to any force major situations including but not limited to unforeseen circumstances like; natural calamities, political disturbances, health issues, flight delays / Cancellations, things beyond our control, etc. will have to be borne by the guest.
Airport transfers and coach tours are based on all guests travelling together on the same flight, any additional transfers will not be provided if guests travel on different airlines.
There will be additional charges for the passengers who would like to stay back at the destination or transit.
If you are carrying gifts, brochures, standees, placards, t-shirts, stationery, backdrops, laptops, projector, snacks or any such items for distribution purposes, then it is the sole discretion of customs authority or regulations.
Duties or gratuities, if any will be payable by the guest/corporate only.
Allowing excess luggage is subject to the airline's approval, if any such charges will be payable by guest/corporate only.
Any changes in itinerary or upgrade in hotel /s will be charged extra, over and above the given cost (which will be informed to the customer in advance for final acceptance and payment.

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