Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal in January

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  EVEREST VIEW FROM GORAKSHEP

Are you planning for Everest base camp trekking in January? Well, it’s absolutely possible with the proper equipment, arrangements, and determinations.

Obviously, Everest base camp trek is one of the best trekking destinations on earth where thousands of travelers visit every year.

Trek to the world’s highest peak gives you a delightful experience of breathtaking sceneries of Himalayas, the unique culture of legendary Sherpa culture, and various flora and fauna.

Trek to EBC, it’s a moderate to challenging trek that does not require any special mountain technical skills to complete the journey.

The Everest base camp trek, it’s a trip a lifetime! The trek gives you a golden opportunity to explore the grand Himalayas view Everest, Lhotse, Ama-Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, and many other untouchable surrounded snowy capes of Everest region.

Normally, a huge numbers of travel enthusiasts have a dream of conquering the trip on the foot of the highest mountain in the world once in a lifetime. To complete the whole journey it takes about 12-14 days including some extra for the acclimatization somewhere in between before you reach the base camp.  

The popular Everest base camp combines with the striking views of Kalapathar, From Kalapathr, you see the stunning and closest towering view of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Pumori. Kalapathar is one of the best places to see the sunrise view over the top of the magnificent Himalayas in the Khumbu region.

Particularly, Everest base camp trek in Nepal in January it’s extremely possible and there are plenty of advantages being there, possibility to get the first flight to Lukla (it’s very important to all the travelers because the flights can be canceled or postponed in the mountain due the unpredictable weather), less crowded with best facilities room, foods, and no traffic jam. However, Everest base camp trek is one of the most crowded trekking routes in Nepal, being a part of this trek in this month is a very good option for those travelers who want to avoid traffic with fewer crowds.

Weather in Everest Base Camp in January

The weather in the Everest region in January is usually dry and stable. There are generally clear skies and you will get to observe the great views of the mountains and its scenery, January is a final month of the winter season in Nepal and temperature is slowly getting better day by day. In January, the average temperature in the daytime can be reached 14-20 °C and night can drop down even negative when you are above the 4500 meters high above the sea level.  However, there is not an exact and accurate temperature in the Himalaya region.

Overall, the weather in January is clear and offers views with now clouds.

Everest base camp trek highlights

•  Trekking in Everest base camp the base camp of the highest mountain in the world
• Reach World’s highest airport ( Syangboche Airport)
• Walk around the ancient Buddhist monastery in Khumbu valley
• Explore the unique culture and lifestyles of the legendary Sherpa people
• A striking mountains view of Everest, Lhotse, Thamserku and many more
• Reach Everest base camp (5364m)
• Walk through the deepest glacier in the world, it’s called Khumbu glacier

Equipment lists

Recommended pieces of equipment lists for trekking

• Sun and Warm hats
• Headlight and Sunscreen +40
• Sunglass, Face wipes and towels          
• Warm Gloves and body clothing
• Down or fiber-filled jacket (the company will be provided in rent)
• Down or fiber-filled jacket (the company will be provided in rent)
• 2 pairs of hiking t-shirts, preferably quick drying, possibly thermal tops for the treks
• Fleece jacket and sweaters
• Poncho and rain jacket
• Socks, preferably cotton –mix
• Lightweight cotton trekking pants with folding option
• The proper Trekking Boots
• Socks preferably cotton sports socks but take some extra pairs
• Medical kit

General Tips for Trekking in Nepal in January

Here are the general tips for trekking in Everest base camp in January, in order to make your journey hassle-free

• Hire an experienced and certified guide who can provide the information about the trek day by day.
• Pack up well and avoid drinking alcohol stuff when you are at high elevations
• Be Prepared and bring warm clothing with you
• Take proper hiking boots with warm socks
• Learn about the history and destination in general before you go
• Take proper water bottles to take water when you trek in the mountain
• Take some training like jogging, walking, and stay fit before you go up to the mountain
• Never rush, walk slowly and steady when you are above the 2500 meters above
• Take fresh meals when you hike and drink plenty of water as much as you can to avoid the altitude sickness
• Walk together with friends or guide when you are at very high altitude
• Always stay hydrated and take some medication kit including the altitude sickness peals,

Alternative Treks in Everest Region in January

Short Everest Base Camp Trek

Go on one of the best and popular trekking routes on earth, it’s a trek to the base camp of the world’s highest peak which introduces sensational mountain vistas of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and more. Pass through the magnificent sherpa villages of Khumbu region and explore the local culture on this 14-day private tour with our Nepal tour guide.

Everest Cho La Pass Trek

Get ready for 17 days amazing adventure trekking to Everest Base Camp via Gokyo- Chola Pass which has always an absolute adventure into the heart of the Everest region.

However, the Everest Cho La Pass Trek offers you the opportunity to be in mesmerizing combines valley of Khumbu and Gokyo as well as the edge of serene Gokyo Lake.

In addition, this trek gives you great short hike to the summit of Gokyo Ri offers spectacular views of the entire Everest Himalayan range including Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Choyu, Makalu and many more.

Everest Panorama View Trek

Everest panorama view trek is obviously one of the great options for travelers to face the magnificent panoramic mountains view of entire Everest region.

However, Everest Panorama view trek leads you through the breathtaking villages of Sherpa people, gorgeous rhododendron flowers, Ancient Buddhist monastery, many walls and array of pine forests with flora and fauna into the Sagarmatha national park of Khumbu valley.

Conclusion

The Everest Base Camp trek in January will let you have a great experience of variety of culture, lush forest of rhododendron and pines, Alpine slopes, many prayer walls, ancients Buddhist monasteries and best of the wilderness on the footprint of Everest,Remember that, sometimes, flights to and from Lukla may be canceled due to unpredictable weather in the mountain, Alpine Ramble Treks recommend you to add a couple of days to your trip as the weather in the mountains can be unpredictable, resulting in flight can be delayed or cancelled in programs if you add any spares then you can wait for few days .

Do you still have any questions in your mind then feel free to write to us about your trip? Our expert will be pleased to assist you anytime to meet your expectations and needs, Have a wonderful time ahead and keep your adventure spirit alive!