Everest base camp trek in November: Weather | Tips | Highlights | Accommodation and Difficulty

Everest base camp trek in November: Weather | Tips | Highlights | Accommodation and Difficulty

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Everest base camp trek in November: Weather | Tips | Highlights | Accommodation and Difficulty

Everest base camp trek in November:

If you are a lover of full excitement and adventure with greater views of nature; then the Everest base camp trek in November is for you. Everest base camp trek: the highest base camp trek in the world provides the opportunity to feel nature closely and also gives the opportunity to watch the ancient culture and custom of Nepal. November is the month that provides you the best package for your Nepal Everest base camp trek including trekking at higher altitude (like Kala Patthar (5643m) and EBC (5364m)), adventurous flight to Lukla, exploration of ancient Buddist culture and customs, breathtaking views of snowy mountains, glaciers, marvelous views of the valley by colorful bloomy flowers and typical villages. Mountain Mart Treks (MMT) is an old and leading local trekking company of Nepal residing in Thamel Kathmandu has 25 plus of experience in trekking commits quality service at an affordable price. We provide the best service which you cannot found in other trekking companies of Nepal. We have fluent English speaking 25 plus Everest Trek route experienced guides help you to easily vanquish over the EBC. Our happy client provides the reviews on TripAdvisor, we kindly request you to go through it. Book your Everest Base Camp Trek in November now! Everest base camp trek in November Beautiful weather condition during Everest base camp trek in November

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The weather condition in November

November is the transition between two seasons that means autumn and winter season. The transition of two seasons gives the two flavors of weather conditions in the month of November. In the first half of the month, you can get warm sunny days with fewer clouds in the sky. The favorable condition of weather provides an excellent view of snowy mountains, green lush vegetation, and the colorful environment of the valley.  While in the second half of the month the weather becomes a little bit colder and more clouds and fog in the higher elevation, most in the morning time. The Everest base camp temperature in November is pleasant for the trekkers who trek towards the world’s highest base camp. The temperature of the region falls between 6 to 12 °C during the daytime while in the morning and night it becomes colder.  Do not worry MMT provides you with a warm sleeping bag and blanket, as well as a fire chimney at the dining hall. Overall this weather condition is perfect for the trekkers that’s why many trekkers around the world choose Everest base camp trek in November. Everest base camp temperature in November is as follows:

Place Elevation Avg Temp Min Temp Max Temp
Lukla 2.829 m/9281 ft 6.5 °C 6.5 °C 12.2 °C
Namche 3,463 m/11,361 ft 2.9 °C -3.4 °C 9.2 °C
Dingboche 4,483 m/14,708 ft -2.9 °C -11 °C 5.3 °C
Lobuche 4,910 m/16,100 ft -5.5 °C -13.8 °C 2.8 °C
Gorakshep 5,180 m/17,000 ft -6.6 °C -14.9 °C 1.8 °C

Remarks: Above data is for general information based on the last 5 years temperature recorded in the Everest Base Camp trekking trail during November.

Why trek to EBC in November?

  • Beautiful weather and fantastic views

In the month of November, you can found better weather conditions; skies are a clear, sunny day, with no chance of rainfall. This weather heartily provides you a marvelous view of gigantic mountains, craggy hills, colorful valleys, and breathtaking views of glaciers.  Days are warmer with few clouds in the sky and chilly winds passing through your body makes you fresher. Everest base camp trek in November Beautiful view of the snowcovered mountain from EBC trails

  • The peak season of trek

Due to the beautiful weather condition(neither hot nor too cold), this is one of the peak seasons for the Nepal Everest base camp trek. You can found the dry trails, lush forest, blooming different colorful flowers, towering mountains, and excellent 360-degree views of mountains. This is the reason that trekkers all around the world choose this month for the EBC trek.

  • Blooming vegetation

The ending of the autumn season and the beginning of winter season fall under November. This is the time where flowers are in full bloom that decorates the villages and valleys with green and different colors, honoring a greater view for the passersby. This helps to forget the hardness and difficulties of the trek and energize you with greater confidence. The picturesque scenery of the colorful bloomy flowers, green lush vegetation with majestic views of the snowy mountains contributes to your picture for the lifetime.

  • The warm hospitality and cultural exploration

Most of the people in the Everest Region are Buddist, culturally they are similar to Tibetian people. Most of the people who live in this area are sherpa. Traveling to the world’s highest base camp you can get the warm welcome and hospitality of Sherpa people from the gateway of EBC: Namche Bazar. You can closely watch and experience ancient Buddist culture, religion, and customs. You can see lots of gompas and stupas in the trails, you can get information about those ancient monuments during the trek. You can also talk with the local people of Namche about their customs, cultures, and religion. MMT trek expert helps you to grab more information about the culture and customs during EBC trek.

3. Tips for EBC trek

  • Advanced booking

November is the peak season for Everest Trek in Nepal. In this month trekkers around the world travel Nepal for EBC trek. So the EBC trails get crowded by the trekkers which affect accommodation, food, drink, and Lukla flight. Advanced booking or pre-booking always brings you the best for your Everest base camp trek. Thus, pre-booking for the Everest base camp trek in November provides you first flight to Lukla, cozy and better accommodation, quality food and drinks, etc. Everest base camp trek in November Time to take a snap: Trekkers enjoying to take a photo with beautiful background

  • Carry a water bottle (at least two)

Drinking water during the trek is essential for your body to stay energized, cool, and hydrated. Lack of water in your body may bring different problems related to thinking capacity, difficulty in walking on the trails, and dehydration. This ultimately brings AMS. So for being hydrated you need to carry at least two refillable water bottles. MMT promotes an eco-friendly trek, so we suggest you to avoid to carry use and throw bottles in the EBC trek.

  • Carry warm and lightweight cloths

The temperature starts to fall slowly in the month of November. This is the transition period between the spring and winter seasons. In the higher elevation above Namche, you can found the temperature below the freezing point, so you need to carry warm clothes to protect your body from the cold. You need to wear clothes in layers and lightweight clothes which are easy to carry in the higher altitudes.

  • Acclimatization

Acclimatization helps your body to easily cope with the surrounding environment and air pressure at a higher altitude. Poor acclimatization is the main reason for Altitude Sickness. Ascend slowly at your pace and take a few days to acclimatize yourself to the environment. MMT trek expert guides you for acclimatization to avoid the risk related to altitude sickness problems.

  • Buy travel Insurance

While you are preparing for the Nepal Everest base camp trek the most essential things you need to consider is travel insurance. This is compulsory for the trekkers to minimize the economic loss while damage and loss of their belongings. You need to buy Everest base camp trek insurance for above the 4500-meter altitude that covers the missing baggage, flights, and airlifting in a medical emergency. MMT expert suggests you to buy travel insurance from your home country before landing in Kathmandu Nepal. Everest base camp trek in November Trekkers heading towards EBC during Everest base camp trek in November

Food and Drinks

Good food is essential for the trekkers while trekking to Everest base camp. Booking with MMT provides you a quality hot food on the Everest trails. Tea houses and lodges of the Everest Region, you can get different food like western, continental, and local Nepali food (Dal, Bhat, Tarkari), etc. MMT provides every trekker a three-time meal of their choice. In the EBC trek, you need to drink plenty of water. MMT health experts suggest you to drink at least 3 to 4 litre of water per day to avoid dehydration and altitude sickness. Experts also suggest avoiding alcoholic drink and coffee (caffeine) which increase the chance of dehydration.

Three Pass Trek

If you are an adventurous person then EBC trek offers you three different packages of Three Pass Trek. MMT offers three different packages: Everest Three Pass Trek 19 days  (Kongma La (5,535m/18,158ft), Cho La Pass (5,420m/17,781ft), and Renjo La (5,345m/17535ft)), Everest Cho La Pass ( 5,420m/17,781ft) Trek 18 days, and  Gokyo Renjo La Pass (5,360m/17584ft) Trek 15 days.

Other alternate EBC packages are:

Highlights

  • Reaching the highest base camp in the world: EBC.
  • Warm hospitality from the people of Himalayan.
  • Dramatic landing at Lukla airport.
  • A cultural exploration of sherpa people at Namche Bazar.
  • Passing through the swinging suspension bridge.
  • Visiting ancient monasteries of Everest Region: Tengboche Monastery
  • Incredible 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains from Kala Pattar.
  • Jaw-dropping views of the snow-capped mountains such as Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu, etc.

Everest base camp trek in November Wonderful view of Lukla airport: one of the dangerous airport in the world

Events in November

  • Tihar

Tihar Festival in Nepal is, essentially, the equivalent of Diwali in India and other Hindu lands. In fact, some Nepalese even refer to it as “Deepawali”. Its timing is based on the new moon of the Hindu month Kartik but extends two days before and after that event. Thus, it is a five-day festival. On the Western calendar, it comes in either November or October, varying year to year.

  • Chhat Parba

Chhath Parva attracts thousands of pilgrims to the holy town of Janakpur in south-eastern Nepal. But it is celebrated all over Nepal including Kathmandu where people from the Terai gather along the banks of rivers especially Bagmati to worship. The goal they say is to achieve purity both physically and spiritually. Devotees from Nepal and India throng the ancient city of Janakpur to worship at the famous Janaki Temple and take ritual baths in the rivers and ponds.

Difficulty

  • Lack of privacy

November is the peak season for Everest base camp trek in Nepal. The trails and region get crowded by trekkers all around the world. If you want a silent and peaceful environment with privacy on Everest Trekking then this month might not for you. As you can meet many fellow trekkers in the route of Everest base camp. Also, you can also get frustrated while waiting in a queue for capturing a greater view of the mountings and surrounding scenery.

  • Altitude Sickness

Everest base camp trekking is a high altitude trek. While you are going to trek above 4000 meters high from the sea level, there is a high chance of altitude sickness. But if you follow some rule and precaution then you can successfully avoid this problem. Everest base camp trek in November Majestic view of Mt. Everest

Mountain Mart health experts suggest you to drink plenty of water during the trek, which helps to avoid dehydration and circulation of enough oxygen in your body. They also suggest you to trek at your own pace, which helps your body to cope with the current environment and air pressure. If you feel uncomfortable then inform your guide and descend immediately.

Conclusion

A clear view of mountains, craggy hills, outstanding vistas of glaciers, colorful blooming flowers in the valley, rare plants, and wild animals attracts lots of trekkers around the world for Everest base camp trek in November and this is the peak season for this trek. Suitable weather and temperature help the trekkers to get stunning 360-degree views and scenery as well as it favors trekkers to easily conquer the EBC. Best service is our main concern, so MMT warmly welcomes you for the Nepal Everest Trekking. If you have any query do not hesitate and directly Contact our trek expert. Do you like this blog? Kindly, provide us feedback!

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