Trek to Everest Base Camp

This trip was the most amazing experience. It was probably one of the hardest trips I’ve ever done for lots of reasons. The guide Dinesh was epic, him And his team of support guides Utr and Suresh and the 3 porters went above and beyond, nothing was too much trouble. Dinesh long experience of this landscape was priceless, letting us know what to expect, what to avoid and how to get the most out of the experience. It is a trip I will never forget, just make sure you do lots and lots of preparation before you go, this is not for the faint hearted.

An amazing trip from start to finish. Alot harder than I expected but dinnesh robin etc were amazing. Highly recommend 👌

Our EBC trek with Pujan and Mingma surpassed expectations in every way - I’d almost say the trip of a lifetime if I wasn’t already scheming my next adventure in Sagarmatha National Park!

From our first day, Pujan’s service was excellent; always sharing information clearly with a cheeky smile to boot. His energy was infectious as we navigated a long and bumpy van ride to Ramechhap to get our flight to Lukla. Once within the Himalayan region we met with our kind Assistant Leader Mingma and two resilient porters Ras and Gyan, whose support was unparalleled throughout the journey.

Traversing ravines, turquoise rivers and scrubby rock hills up into the National Park we were blessed with astounding views from day one. Our small group made the dynamic even better, and I’m beyond pleased to leave the trip with close friends for life.

Without Pujan’s extensive experience and Mingma’s caring presence and determination I’m certain our journey wouldn’t have been the same. Much Better Adventures made the booking process seamless and the host company Freedom Adventures were on hand to assist us every step from arrival in Kathmandu to departure.

If you’ve been dreaming about ticking the EBC off your hiking bucket list - do it. The sense of reward coupled with incredible culture, food and people makes for an unforgettable experience.

The walk to base camp is a tiring trip and with altitude at play requires really good leadership and organisation. I cannot fault these qualities in the trip.

Dinesh and Freedom Adventures (the operators on the ground) use all of their experience to ensure that we are safe. High altitude can be a serious business. I struggled with it. Dinesh and the guides did all they could to ensure that we were looked after.

I loved the group of people I was with. There was a perfect mix of different ages and genders. It was fantastic.

This mixed with our surroundings and the local people made for a first rate trip.

Words cannot describe how amazing this trip is. We got very lucky with the weather, so had views out of this world. Our guides Kevin, Mingma and Nobbin could not have been more helpful, supportive and knowledgable. Going above and beyond at all times to make the trip unforgettable.

Make sure you follow the kit list. I did and didn’t need anything extra. The food and tea houses were basic but great and fun to socialise with other trekkers.

I did it as a solo traveller and could not have felt less alone while travelling. What a team we had! (And pretty good WiFi at times)

I cannot thank MBE and the Freedom team who run the trip more for such a life changing experience!!!

This is my 3rd time using the company and they again have delivered!

Thank you so much!

I have recently returned from my Everest Base Camp Trek with Much Better Adventures and Freedom Adventures in Nepal and I'm only just coming back to reality. From the beginning MBA and local host Freedom Adventures were amazing in answering any questions about the trip from packing to visas and everything in between, their communication was great and really fast in coming back with answers. The organisation of the trip was spot on from the beginning from our first meeting in Kathmandu with guide Dinesh. He gave us a great run down of what to expect and gave realistic updates about any changes in our travel plans/times etc which was really appreciated. We had some issues with local flights to Lukla due to weather (something completely outwith the control of the guides) and Dinesh acted incredibly quickly and efficiently to ensure we had a backup plan sorted which didn't impact our trip, the entire group was so thankful to him for that and it meant that our trip wasn't impacted at all.

The trek itself was an experience I will never forget. Each day presented something different in terms of the physical challenge, landscape and terrain. Every corner we turned took my breath away with the drama and beauty of the scenery. Dinesh and his team were so supportive and led the group brilliantly, ensuring everyone was catered for regardless of pace or fitness, it always felt like one group achieving the goal together. The team were also so generous with their knowledge of the mountains, customs and shared so much of their beautiful country and history with us- it added so much to my time on the trek.

The trek was definitely not for the faint of heart but I feel that the company prepared us well for what to expect and I felt completely safe and supported by the guides. The facilities along the way were above what I expected and were always clean and comfortable. Food was good and always plenty of choice.

Reaching Everest Base Camp will forever be a highlight of my life, the sense of achievement was incredible and the days getting there, trekking through the most stunning scenery gave me some of the most peaceful and contented days I can remember. I only wish there was a guide on how to come back to earth after 2 weeks in Mountain Paradise!

The group became true friends and really did feel like a family, which made the whole thing even more special.

I couldn't reccommend the trip and MBA/Freedom Adventures Highly enough.

It would not have been what it was without our amazing team of Dinesh, Sebika, Suresh, Rabin and their support team of amazing guys.

Already looking for my next adventure!

Nepal what a fantastic country the people the views all perfect. Massive thanks to Dinesh and his team they really made the trip for me. Would highly recommend

A real trip of a lifetime, the trekking and scenery are amazing and not something to be forgotten. Would highly recommend!

Thanks to Pujan, Tashi and the rest of the team as well for helping make this trip as good as it was. Their expertise and experience was invaluable!

This trip exceeded all of my expectations. The local hosts made sure everything ran exceptionally smoothly, and our guides Dinesh, Sebika, Rabin and Suresh could not have done more to make sure we left having had the trip of a life time. We arrived just two weeks after the Kathmandu valley had experienced catastrophic flash flooding that had washed away many of the roads and destroyed many buildings (as well as causing loss of life) in the region, and the local host made sure we still able to keep to our itinerary. We were then unfortunately hit with poor weather on the day we were due to fly from Manthali to Lukla. Quick decision making and communication by our lead guide, who was very experienced and had been guiding the route for 18 years, meant our group were on the first helicopters out of Manthali that day - this proved to be a great decision and organisation by the local host as it allowed us to complete our trip with only minor changes to day 2 of the trek to catch up, and were able to keep all the acclimatization days. Flights ended up being cancelled for a few days, so had they not been so prompt in organising, our whole trip would have been in jeopardy (as it was for many other groups with other companies).

The trek terrain itself is challenging, particularly a glacier crossing up to Gorak Shep, but achievable for most people with a good level of fitness. Our guides were excellent at keeping everyone going and navigating the tricky parts, monitoring for altitude sickness, giving advice on gear needed for each day, and what to expect on the trail (normally a cheeky uphill!), and paced us well given the altitude. All of our group of 12 successfully made it to EBC.

The scenery and views are some of the best you will ever see - and will exceed anything you’ve seen in photos! If you can manage it, I highly recommend the early morning trek up Kallapathar - seeing the Everest mountain range against the stars, lit up by only moonlight reflecting off the snow, is a memory I will treasure forever.

I joined the group on my own, and it was my first experience of doing so. I've had such a positive experience of group travel and know I wouldn't have wanted to do my EBC trek any other way - we had so many laughs together! I'm already looking at more group trips! Don't think, just book it!

This was my first solo trip of this kind and I couldn't have chosen a better company to do this with! Both Much Better Adventures and Freedom Adventures (the local company) have been flawless from start to finish. Everything was organised to the very last detail and ran like clockwork, communication and the attention to detail were there at every step. Our guides Dinesh, Sebika, Rabin and Suresh have been amazing throughout and have gone over and beyond to offer us an unforgetable experience. They were attentive, kind, funny, knowledgeable, always putting our safety first and catering even to the neediest of our requests. Although conditions were expected to be basic, all along the trek it felt that we had been given the best choices of what was available, so it always made for a nice surprise. The trek itself is challenging, but incredibly beautiful, and again, the guides are there to support you at every step. I cannot fault the company or the experience, so I would say if you are thinking of booking, DO IT!!

An amazing trip from start to finish. This has been my 3rd trip with MBA and I wouldn't book with any other adventure group. The trip leader Dinesh, 2IC Sebika, Support crew Suresh & Rabin were all amazing and nothing was to much effort. So well organised and the whole team were very approachable, friendly, so helpful and just really great people. The local knowledge (which they passed on) was interesting and not too much

This was a very well planned and organised trip by much better adventures x freedom adventures. We were looked after by Kevin (lead guide), Mingmi and Nabin (assistant guides). They put a lot of effort into looking after us especially at such high altitudes and I couldn't have asked for a better team. The walk itself was excellent. Definitely challenging at points - the hill on the second day almost took us all out but the theme of 'slowly, slowly' is the way forward. The views were incredible as we got super lucky with the weather throughout the whole trip. I opted to do the optional hike up kala patthar and I would recommend this to everyone. Watching the sunset over the Himalayas/specifically Everest was the highlight of my trip. The teahouses were better than I was expecting - the beds were comfy although expect bugs. Wifi was pretty good at every one, some better than others. I also got a simcard when I arrived and I would recommend doing this as I was able to get data up until Namche Bazaar - enough to phone home a few times. Food was basic, again some places were better than others - lots of potatoes and eggs. Flights from Lukla were cancelled so we ended up with an extra night there and having to helicopter out the next morning for £300/$400. We were prepared for this by both companies so it wasn't unexpected but it is necessary to plan for this in your budget. Overall, it was an amazing trip, the views were incredible and I can't believe it is over.

What an absolutely amazing hiking experience. If you want an adventure this is it, from the amazing food and culture of kathmandu to the epic scenery of the everest region mountains, this trip will stun you! The guides are fantastic and friendly and will help make this a trip of a lifetime.

Where do I even begin. This trip had been on my bucket list for a long long time and it certainly lived up to expectation and beyond.

Freedom adventures are the local host company that cover the organisation for your trip while in Nepal. I can not fault them on anything. The communication is fantastic and they go above and beyond to ensure your expectations are met at all times

A very special shoutout to our treck leader Pujan, his knowledge and passion for the mountains is inspiring.

Pujan went above and beyond at all times to ensure the team’s safety, happiness and wellbeing. Having such an amazing trecking leader like pujan certainly made the trip… let’s not forget the assistant guide Tashi ( Tenzing Sherpa) who did an incredible job of ensuring we were comfortable at all times. Thankyou both for an incredible trip.

The trip was a beautiful way to see Nepal for its beauty, culture and of course its mountains.

I can’t recommend this trip high enough, it truly was a trip of a lifetime and we had such beautiful weather for base camp day.

I will never ever forget this amazing experience.

What an incredible adventure to EBC. This started off in a frustrating manner as we were delayed 2 days trying to fly to Lukla, not helped by the recent flooding in Kathmandu.

However our amazing trek leader Birdhoj went above an beyond to reorganise our trek so we could fit in as much of the original itinerary as possible and ultimately complete our goal of reaching EBC.

I cannot compliment our 3 guides enough on the suport they gave us during our adventure.. Birdhoj Tamang Sebika Rai Pemba Rinji Sherpa

And also our porters.. Akash Tamang Prashant Tamang Laxmi kumar Tamang Dhane Tamang

From helping us physically, and mentally through a tough trek, they were also there to guide and advise us in every aspect of our journey. They're constant positivity helped out when the going got tough.

I would highly recommend booking with MBA, and Freedom Adventures for your future Adventures.

The greatest adventure I've ever had. Our trek was absolutely brilliant. Not just the scenery and excitement of our every day, but the meticulous care in which we were placed in the hands of our guides Sunil Parivar, Dinesh KC, Lhakpa Tamana and Naima nuru Sherpa. (Plus our UNBELIEVABLE iron men carrying all our bags!) We didn't need to worry or think about anything, everything was taken care of, all we had to do was walk, and enjoy ourselves. I will choose Much Better Adventures for my future trips as I know now however unfamiliar of difficult it might get, the level of professionalism and attention to our wellbeing will be as outstanding as it was on this trip.

Absolutely most amazing experience of my life.. the whole adventure from start to end was just incredible! The guides Sunil, Nima, Dinesh and Lakpah made the trip. They were funny, competent, knowledgeable and put our safety first! Couldn't fault any of them. Thankyou for the trip of a lifetime! Can't wait to return to Nepal!

Choose to trek to EBC for the challenge, the jaw-dropping vistas and the chance to discover Nepal and it’s friendly people.

Choose to do this all with Much Better Adventures for the amazing choice of guides, the hassle-free logistics and the chance to travel with a group of fab people.

If anyone is nervous about the trip, I can reassure you that our guides: Sunil, Dinesh, Ngima and Lhakpa looked after us so well - great encouragement along the way, careful (& discreet) monitoring for signs of AMS and safe decisions based on years of experience of the route. Thank you!

Great company with amazing guides who put our wellbeing and safety first and foremost. The whole trip experience was amazing with beautiful views, great people and a real challenge.

I will definitely be doing a trip with these guys again.

I cannot say enough positive things about my EBC experience with Much Better Adventures. Our guides Sunil, Denise, Nima, Lhakpa, and all the supports (strongest men I’ve met) went above and beyond to make the trip of a lifetime. They are the kindest, most hard working, and knowledgeable individuals who gave so much to everyone on the trip. I left Nepal reluctantly as I loved the people and nature so much. I have never smiled so much and I will cherish the memories I made on this trip forever. A special thank you to Nima, Lhakpa, Denise, and Sunil for showing me the remarkable natural beauty of Nepal. I will never forget you all.

My Adventure was absolutely brilliant, I was so lucky to be in a fantastic group with lots of fun characters, but what really made it special was our Guides Sunil Parivar, Dinesh KC, Lhakpa Tamana and Naima nuru Sherpa. Of course our strong Porters (Iron Men). I was looked after so well and they all really care about you and nothing is too much trouble. Unfortunately on our trip the weather was extremely poor (landslides, flooding, Avalanches, heavy rain and snow) Our guides put our safety first and made a decision not to let us go to Base camp, it must of been a hard decision for them. However we had a wonderful time regardless and was surrounded by beautiful scenery, the local people were so polite and lovely! I have wonderful memories of this amazing country and will always remember the kindness and compassion of our Guides and Iron Men. I would 100% recommend this Trek.

My trip to Everest Base Camp in April 2024 was one of the best experiences of my life. The stunning scenery and physical challenge were unforgettable, but what made it truly special were our guides, Sanjeet and Ngawang.

Their professionalism, knowledge of the terrain, and dedication to our group’s well-being were exceptional. Ngawang’s enthusiasm kept us motivated, while Sanjeet’s calm presence and deep cultural insights added a unique dimension to the journey. Thanks to them, we felt safe, inspired, and ready for every challenge. I highly recommend this adventure, especially with such amazing guides!

This trip exceeded my expectations, and it was all thanks to the wonderful team at Freedom Adventures. From Prashant meeting us in Kathmandu at the beginning and end of our trip...to the amazing Pujan Sapotka as our lead guide who kept us safe, made us laugh, and taught us all we wanted to know about Nepal... to the assistant guides Vijaya and Roshan, who were kind, supportive, knowledgeable, and always with a smile on their faces.. and to the amazing porters Prasna, Krishna, Nabin, and Bagdhan who carried our bags and still managed to have a smile on their face at the end of the day. We genuinely could not have done this trip without any one of these guys, and our trip would not have been the same! We truly all felt like a family, it is an experience I will never forget!

This trip was nothing short of AMAZING!! The knowledge of our guides Pujan Sapkota, Vijaya, and Rosan was incredible. We laughed so much and learned about the culture while doing so. Our porters are actual hero’s and without them I couldn’t have completed this trek!! Prasna, Krishna, Nabin, and Bagdhan! This trip was so well put together I felt safe and taken care of the whole way. The Himalayas give you the once in a lifetime opportunity to connect with Mother Nature in an incredible way. Without These people and Much Better Adventures I wouldn’t have had the amazing memories that I have. If you’re on the fence about booking this trek… this is your sign!! And I really hope you get to experience it with this amazing team! THANK YOU MR PUJAN!!!!

I had such an amazing time during my trek. EBC has been on my bucket list for years and I couldn't have picked a better group to go with.

Pujan, along with his assistant guides Birdhoj, Roshan and Nabin made sure we had everything we needed and made us feel well looked after. Their attention to detail and passion for making the trip an enjoyable experience was apparent throughout.

Also, our porters Krishna, Haal, Baghdan, Prashna and Nanda were amazing. Every day they carried our bags up and they were waiting outside our rooms for us when we got to the tea houses.

Whilst getting to EBC was the highlight, the journey there really made the trip unforgettable. Getting to know Pujan, Birdhoj, Roshan and Nabin so well was something I didn't expect before hand and I felt as though I came away having met some really great people.

If anyone's considering Freedom for their upcoming trek I couldn't recommend them more!!!

EBC/Kathmandu was an amazing place to visit. The scenery in the lead up to EBC is very special. MBA and Freedom were very good. Our guide(Tenbi Sherba) and his crew were very friendly and made the two weeks effortless and good fun.

I removed a star as I think there are some crucial details not disclosed via MBA until you've paid/or already in Kathmandu: 1/ there is an expectation of paying tips, at least $140. I don't resent paying this...I paid more. Our guide/porters deserved and more! But if you're on a budget it's useful to know. 2/ Bad weather can easily ground you on the way in and out of Lukla. If you're unlucky you may only have the option of getting a helicopter. The cost here depends on demand...but can cost $500 per person / each way! Again, we avoided delay inbound and was delayed only one day outbound. Luckily everyone had free days after the hike...so didn't impact anyone too much. But...factor the potential cost in!

I would like to see MBA add some notes around these points to their website. But even with these points the trip was great fun, with some amazing sights to and from EBC and thamal in Kathmandu is a very visitor friendly area with some great world heritage sites within walking distance.

I recently embarked on the Everest Base Camp trek with Freedom Adventures, and I must say, it was an unforgettable journey. From the moment I signed up, Freedom Adventures proved themselves to be an exceptional travel company. One of the standout features of Freedom Adventures is their unparalleled knowledge and expertise. Throughout the trek, our guides Sanjeet and Rgawang demonstrated an impressive understanding of the terrain, culture, and history of the region. Their insights added a rich layer of depth to our experience, making each step feel not only like a physical challenge but also a cultural immersion. Moreover, the level of care and attention to detail provided by Freedom Adventures was truly commendable. They ensured that every aspect of our journey was meticulously planned and executed, from accommodation to meals to safety protocols. I felt reassured knowing that we were in capable hands every step of the way. But what truly sets Freedom Adventures apart is their genuine passion for adventure and exploration. It's clear that they are not just in the business of organising treks; they are driven by a sincere desire to share their love for the outdoors and inspire others to push their boundaries. This enthusiasm was infectious and added an extra layer of excitement to our trek. In conclusion, I cannot recommend Freedom Adventures highly enough. If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure with a company that is knowledgeable, attentive, and passionate, look no further than Freedom Adventures. They exceeded all my expectations and left me with memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you, Freedom Adventures, for an incredible journey!

I had the most wonderful trip to Everest base camp - cannot recommend enough! The scenery changes throughout the journey were really beautiful, and it was incredible to wake up to 360 snow-capped mountain views. The leaders and supporting staff were extremely proactive and friendly in serving us, and I was so lucky to have the most wonderful group to trek with :) Memories for a lifetime and a privilege to have experienced this trip

This trip is exactly what you would imagine - tough on the body and the mind but rewarding in every way throughout and on completion. The Himalayas are beautiful and the Nepalese people are genuinely friendly and smiley both of which give a great sense of perspective. I was worried before I joined the trip as to how I would cope with altitude but our wonderful guide team made me feel extremely safe, relaxed and comfortable throughout the trip. As a group we genuinely got on very well with our guides Tembi Sherpa, Birdhoj Tamang and Ang Furba Sherpa and built great fun relationships with them whilst we hiked. These three gentlemen are almost superhuman in their energy and enthusiasm and keep the morale in the group high. I’m completely in awe of the strength and humility of these men as well as our wonderful porter team who carry huge weight up the same trails that we struggled up. In particular, Tembi Sherpa runs the team with a quiet authority which is very impressive. He clearly gets on well with his team and is liked by them but he is well known on the trail. On many occasions we would walk into a busy tea house and yet Tembi would have a table for us and drinks in a flash because he is well known on the trail and the tea house owners clearly look out for his arrival. We felt very lucky with our wonderful team.

Two pieces of advice I’d pass onto anyone booking are:

1. you really don’t need as much gear as you think you do. The weight allowance is ample because you simply won’t want to shower and change every day due to the cold. Sacrifice clothes for snacks, basic medicines and useful hiking accessories like spare laces, cards or battery packs.

2. get yourself in the best shape you can. It’s certainly true that anyone can get up this trail regardless of fitness but it’s just a reality that you’ll be on your feet for 6-8 hours per day and you just have to be prepared physically and mentally for that.

An amazing adventure! The trip was incredible from start to finish. The crew, the landscape and the adventure. If you are hesitant about booking, I would 1000% recommend. The team we had (Suman Tamang, Pemba Rinji Sherpa, Kama Rita Sherpa, Susil Rai, Utar Kubir Rai, Ngawang Sherpa, Pema Doma Sherpa and of course our leader Kushahari Phuyai) were amazing! Nothing was too much trouble for them. They were supportive and knowledegable and just amazing. Thank you Freedom Adventures and Much Better Adventures for a trip I will never forget!