Everest Base Camp

Our Clients’ Reviews

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  Douglas Dent

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written May 2012

  A fantastic trek in a great part of the world. Exodus make it so easy as you are well looked after by the staff from start to finish.  

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  The summit of Kala Phatar ( View over to Everest) and the 2 night stay at Base Camp Everest. Seeing the climber on the Khumbu icefall.

  What did you think of your group leader?

  Lapka was great, paassing on all his knowledge of the area all the way throughout the trek. A mention also for Dawa, Harri and Mingmar for their happy go lucky attitude and the wake up cup of T every morning.

  Thanks you guy's n hope to see you all again

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  Don't think about doing it!!! Go and book it as you won't regret it.

  Best holiday Ive had

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  Look forward to travelling with you again in the future. Thanks

   
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  Deborah Pitt

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written April 2012

  Enjoyed every moment of my holiday, an amazing experience 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  Meeting our guides father who was on Expedition 53 with Edmund Hilary

  Climbing to the top of Kalapatar

  Reaching Everest Base Camp

  The friends I made in the group

  What did you think of your group leader?

  Lakpha our group leader was brilliant, he made my holiday special, and looked after everyone in the group.

   
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  Andy Allan

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written April 2012

  If you are thinking about booking this trip just do it, this was without doubt the holiday of a lifetime.  Age makes little difference with the youngest on our group of 16 being 34 to Mike aged 72, a reasonable level of fitness is required but the pace dictated by the group leader and the acclimatisation stops ensure everyone can reach their full potential and achieve the goal in reaching Everest Base Camp. 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  So many from my first sight of Everest, the Sherpa memorial, but for me it had to be reaching base camp with my recently married daughter and son in law.

  What did you think of your group leader?

  The group leader, Pasang, was absolutely outstanding, knowledgable, great communicator, caring, inspirational and a first class people person, that said he was supported by an outstanding team with Jetha, Pemba and Cherous being equally encouraging, friendly and efficient.

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  Just do it!, attain a reasonable level of fitness before going but remember altitude can effect anyone so take on all the advice given by the group leader and his team.

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  Looked at various trekking organisers before choosing Exodus and with all that I did see out there I made the right choice, just the right number of trekking days but most importantly acclimatisation was given the priority it deserved by the trek leader ensuring everyone on our trip reached their goal. 

   
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  Lucy McGurnaghan

  An experience of a lifetime

  

  Written April 2012

  This is without a doubt an experience of a lifetime - hard work but well worth the effort. 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  There are too many to mention but a few of my favourites would include:

  - Reaching Base Camp after nine days of hard slog

  - Seeing Everest from the top of Kala Patar

  - Meeting our guide's father, the only livinig survivor from the original 1953 summit climb

  - Having a fantastic group of fellow trekkers

  - The best leader, guide and assistant guides one could ever ask for (Lakpa, Domi, Tikka & Anil)

  What did you think of your group leader?

  One word - superb!!

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  This is not an easy trip and a very good level of fitness is necessary (although it is importan to remember that this is completely un-correlated to how, if at all, your body will react to the altitude) but by being prepared (read the trip notes and fellow travellers' reviews well!), having an open mind and whole heap of positive attitude will serve you well. Oh and don't forget to drink lots and lots of water and walk slowly every day!!

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  A fastastic way to see a stunning part of the world!

   
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  julie savage

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written April 2012

  I was so excited to be setting off on my EBC holiday at last.  the holiday from start to finish not only fulfilled my expectations, it surpassed them.  i came home feeling that i had had a wonderful experience.  all queries to exodus were dealt with promptly prior to the holiday and our leader Pasang resolved any problems that arose during the holiday with seemingly effortless ease.  Nothing was too much trouble for him. 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  We were woken early on the morning that we were at Thyenboche to come and look at the view.  The sky was a brilliant blue, the air was cold but the sun was out.  We were thrilled to get our first view of Everest, nestling behind Nuptse and Lhotse.  It was beautiful and I know that that vista will stay in my memory for ever.

  What did you think of your group leader?

  What can I say about Pasang.  His beaming smile met us at the airport after our long, tiring journey.  He was entertaining, bright, efficient, helpful, charming and knowlegeable.  He assisted us with our many queries throughout our holiday, he gave us good advice and seemingly effortlessly guided us to our destination.  I think I can speak for the whole group in saying we felt very lucky indeed to have Pasang along with us.

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  I would simply reiterate the advice given by exodus.   some of the walks are challenging because of the altitude and therefore I would advise potential travellers to get themselves as fit as possible prior to their holiday.  although one cannot always avoid altitude sickness, you can cope with the effects if you are  fit and well in other respects.

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  the holiday was great.  I enjoyed the company of the rest of the group, our assistant guides and the yak man were great fun to be with.   pasang was wonderful.  I even have fond memories of the toilets!

   
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  Chloe Knott

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written April 2012

  Spectacular mountains, beautiful kind hearted people - a truly inspirational trip! 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  Although reaching Everest Basecamp was amazing in itself, climbing Kala Patthar (5545m) felt like the big acheivement. We were really lucky with the weather and the breathtaking views will stay in my memories forever.

  What did you think of your group leader?

  Lakpa Lama was absolutely fantastic. He looked after the group with such care and did everything in his power to make it the trip of a lifetime for all involved. Our other guide Pemba (who has worked for Exodus for over 27 years), was a brilliant character who kept spirits up and ensured everyone was safe and happy.

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  -Take a metal water bottle to be used as a hot water bottle in the evening.

  -Take a small bottle of febreeze to freshen your clothes!

  -Listen to your guide, if he says walk slowly do and drink lots of water.

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  This really is a trip of a lifetime, I will be boring my friends with photos and stories for weeks to come!

   
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  Lee Brampton

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written April 2012

  Beautiful, challenging at times but very boring after 1pm..... 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  When I left the main group and went off with another group member to Namche for something to do....

  What did you think of your group leader?

  Generally a nice guy...

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  Kiss goodbye to all the luxuries that you take for granted... Take a BIG book as you'll spend most of each day sitting around in a lodge staring at the wall... There are no TV's... One or two lodges had a chess board and a deck of cards but I strongly advise you to take your own entertainment as there really isn't anything to do beyond 1pm on the average walking day....

       Also the time WILL come where you have to use a squat and drop toilet so just get used to the idea now !! Oh yes and the bridges can be very scary so if you have a HUGE fear of hights then leave this one alone...

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  What walking there was, though often dangerously close to a massive cliff edge, was beautiful and enjoyable. At high altitude it was also a real challenge... My main gripe with this trip is the short walking days and the amount of time spent sitting around in the lodges and tea houses. On average the walking day finishes at 1pm meaning you sit in a lodge from 1pm until you go to bed. I cannot express how boring that can be. Above all else take some form of entertainment for the LONG afternoons/evenings... Why Exodus waste money on hardly used solar cookers instead of furnishing each lodge with a television and dvd player is beyond me... To sum up then... The walking is beautiful and enjoyable but there isn't enough of it and the evenings are DULL... Overall the trip was memorable but with the lack of entertainment I wouldn't recommend it at this time. Buy some televisions Exodus !!!

  Exodus Response

  Most day walks finish between 3 and 4pm. The speed and pace of the groups varies depending on the capability of the participants and the leader ensures that a speed is set to allow for acclimatisation (this is essential!). The teahouses are comfortable, yet basic but we believe part of being in the Himalayas is to enjoy getting back to basics, switching of the mobile phone and ignoring the tv. The investment in the solar stoves has been a great success, welcomed by the local teahouse owners. They are now able to boil water without the struggle of having to find wood and further pollute the environment with excess smoke created.

   The evenings in the teahouses are a great time to play cards, read a good book and get to know your fellow travellers.

  
  

  - Exodus Staff

   

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