Everest Base Camp

Our Clients’ Reviews

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  Barbara Harrison

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written October 2011

  This trek exceeded my expectations.  Although very exhausting and a test of endurance and stamina it was an absolutely fantastic achievement to reach Base Camp and Kala Patar.  As our leader says this is a "Life time experience, not a holiday' He was absolutely right and I can't wait to go back and do the Annapurna Circuit.    

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  Landing in Lukla is something I'll never forget!! Stunning all round scenery.

  The whole trek was an inspiration and you don't really appreciate what you've achieved until it's over.  Our group, our leader and his team were a great bunch of people, we had many laughs.

  I'll be going back.

  What did you think of your group leader?

  Pasang was an inspirational leader, ensuring everyone in our group got the best possible memories out of their holiday.  Pasang was very sociable and friendly.  We were all very well looked after, there was always something in his medicine bag to help us out with any health issues, and there were a few!!  

  Pasang and his team worked extremely hard to make our trek, enjoyable and rewarding. Hot tea to wake us up, even when it was 5 am sometimes!! His knowledge of the Himalayas, the culture and the history was second to none.

  Pasang introduced us to local dance or he tried to after we all had one or two beers, I don't think anybody was quite getting it right but we sure had a laugh trying.  Great after trek party. 

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  This is a life time experience of a trek.  It's a grade C so most people would expect it to be difficult at times.  A certain level of fitness is recommended as trekking for 12 days back to back is very exhausting, and with the advice from Pasang everybody had the legs to achieve their goal.  "Slowly, slowly, slowly take in the scenery and take your time".  Altitude can affect any body whether you are fit ot not, listenening to the leader's advice got us through it.

     

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  Fantastic experience, would do it all again, can't stop thinking about it

   
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  Rita Macainsh

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written October 2011

  This holiday was the most amazing holiday ever. The views were out standing ,wonderful. The Exodus team looked after us very well. I would recommend this holiday to any one who loves to trek, but you do need to be fit. The group of people that were on this trek were brilliant and they helped make the holiday.  

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  There were so many amazing things about this holiday . The flight to Lukla was incredible and the views were out of this world.

  What did you think of your group leader?

  The group leader Prem was wonderful. He told us lots of information along the way. We had fun with him and the other sherpas. They helped to make this an incredible journey.

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  You must be fit. This is a long slow walk up and up but its worth it. Take something like Albus oil with you to help clear your head but also to help on the odd occasion with smelly loos.

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  The weather was at its best when we went , clear blue skys and brilliant sunshine. So i would recommend going at the begining of October. Loved it, loved it, loved it.

   
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  Andy Read

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written October 2011

  We set out to trek to Everest Base Camp. Unfortunately the airfield at Lukla was fog-bound for a week and no-one could get there from Kathmandu. Our Exodus Group Leader, a very competent and helpful chap called Sukman made alternative arrangements for us to drive to Pokhra and trek to Annapurna Base Camp instead. The result was that we still had a really memorable time with  spectacular views and many challenging days' walking. 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  The fact that after about 5 days of rain forest walking in grey weather we reached the tree line just as the clouds cleared and we were suddenly in the middle of exactly the type blue sky and mountain scenery that we had imagined before we set out.  

  What did you think of your group leader?

  He was excellent and continuously re-arranged our routes and stops to account for the changing weather conditions without any fuss or mistakes. He also joined in our group and made sure that we received the best treatment in all the tea houses.

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  Make sure you either go with an experienced travel company or work out your own contingency plans for when the weather doesn't do what it should.

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  Have a look at the linked photos.

   
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  George Stroe

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written October 2011

  it was a good trip and I am happy with what I got. I wrote you an e-mail or two after coming back, I hope you have received them, there were a few things there that I pointed out, was kind of hoping for an e-mail back. 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  Of course the target, the EBC, and we have been extremelly lucky on that day, nice, sunny weather and excellent photos. Kala Pattar was more strenous than I thought but the views were again great. In general the views during the entire trip were something special. The monastery in Dingboche, I have never seen anything like it, so very different from the christian churches we are accustomed to. Stayed for the afternoon service on the return trip, that was something; especially when they sounded those long horns, first time I jumped not realizing what's going on. Namche also was a highlight of the trip and the hotel where we slept, best of the entire trip. Low light, the climb from Namche, that was really awful!

  What did you think of your group leader?

  A professional, very helpful, knows his stuff, kept an eye on everything and everybody including the 3 other guides. He's a keeper, make sure you don't loose him.

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  Hygiene is not the best and some of the botttled water may not be safe, we found small particles floating in bottled water. Make sure you have disinfectant pills and make sure you read the label, one pill is enough at 20 degrees plus but two are needed when temperature is below 4 degrees. You must allow the time for the pills to work before you drink!! prepare for cold at night, those rooms in the teahouses are awfully cold, sleeping bag min rating for minus 10, I had to buy one in Namche! there are small hospitals or pharmacies along the route even in places you would not expect them to be, that's one very positive thing. I noticed an ABM in Namche, have not tried it though. Carry US dollars in small bills for tips or donations, I had 100 dollars in one dolar bills. The food was OK, order soups or stews for additional liquid and drink tea, lots of it! sunscreen is a must plus a hat that covers your ears, it burns, have seen that on others. Resign that you may not be able to shower for several days especially if the weather turns bad. Carry wet wipes and a good deodorizer, nobody has died for not having a shower every day (there are shower facilities everywhere including at the last stop before the EBC but they are not heated inside).

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  Liked the trip, the scenery and the people. Have met a lot of locals and kids, there was not one who approached us begging. They are poor, this is obvious but very dignified, these people were a revelation to me. And they work and keep clean as best as they can. You can see the effects of tourism everywhere, they build new teahouses, small hotels, sweep the path, carry enormous loads on their backs, and everything with a big smile. Maybe I'll come back while I'm still physically fit

   
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  Yvette Etcell

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written May 2011

  This was a truly amazing experience, with a group of like-minded people.  Although we didn't know each other before this trek, the group became a real 'team' and there was a great sense of achievement for us all in reaching Basecamp together. 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  Naturally reaching Basecamp was extraordinary and very emotional, however there were many inspirational moments along the way - actually reaching (and leaving!) Lukla,  the buddist monk prayer meeting at Tenboche with stunningly clear views of Everest, the end of trip party, the celebration in the Irish Pub at Lukla and our final lunch in Kathmandu Guest House were all very memorable.

  What did you think of your group leader?

  Ugs and his team were exceptional.  They shepherded the group throughout the trek, brought us tea in the mornings and in one case took over the kitchen duties!  They really made our trip and truly engaged with the group - particularly at the end of trip party!

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  This is a tough challenge, but if you have endurance and determination, you will almost certainly succeed.  Think about taking Diamox with you - there were many differing views on the use of this drug, but I for one was glad that I took it - albeit only half a tablet per day for about 6 days. 

  It gets very cold as you go higher - a decent sleeping bag, thermal liner and down jacket are essential!  Walking poles were also a real benefit.

  If you can afford it - pay the single supplement for the hotel in Kathmandu - it was lovely to revel in the en-suite shower after 16 days of sharing accommodation and taking turns!

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  The feeling of standing at the bottom of the top of the world was truly awesome - feel the fear and do it anyway!

   
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  Libby Farmer

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written May 2011

  There don't seem to be the words in the English language to describe the spectacular beauty and awe inspiring splendour of this trip. The Nepalise people are a sheer delight, the Everest Valley is something to behold, the scale beyond all previous comprehension.....and two nights camping on base camp, spell binding. 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  • Seeing Everest for the first time
  • The khumbu ice fall - stunningly gorgeous
  • spending 2 nights on Everest base camp
  • Meeting some of the climbing sherpas, and others who have summited Everest

  What did you think of your group leader?

  Valerie Parkinson is a delight to trek with. Her knowledge of the local area, it's people and her personal experiences are unparalleled.......

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  A warm sleeping bag - minimum 4 season

  A few of your favourite snacks tucked away in your kit bag

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  Just do it...............

   
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  Manuela Carniello

  EVEREST BASE CAMP

  

  Written May 2011

  well organised. The team taking care of us was really good and wanted us to reach destination. The guides set a good pace during the hike. 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  Visiting a school at over 4000 mtrs of altitude

  The glaciers near base camp

  The mountains: spectacular

  What did you think of your group leader?

  Overall good

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  Trip notes need to be more specific about how us tourist potentially ruin the environment. We need to be told over and over again that it is not right to leave toilet paper or baby wipes in the wild. The notes about responsible tourism are not good enough. Clearly state what we can or cannot do. We live in a disposable society and we take for granted that "somebody else will take care of the rubbish we leave behind". We are ruining the Himalaya.

  Boiled water should be cheaper to buy than bottled water, most of the people will choose bottle water and this is increasing the rubbish (most people bought 6 bottles per day!). It is terrible to see trails full of bottles and candy wraps or crisp wraps. Exodus should work closely with the locals to help them understand the effect that all this rubbish will have. Every few miles on the trails there are some bamboo bins for the rubbish. There is no "bottom" to these bins and with the first rain the rubbish is all washed away.

   

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