November 3 - 18, 2023

Mindfulness Retreat / Trek to Everest Base Camp

Max Elevation: 5550m / 18208 ft
Difficulty level: High
Transportation Included: Helicopter to/from Kathmandu
Cost: $4250

A mindfulness retreat like no other...trek to the base of the world's highest mountain.

Day 1. Arrive in Kathmandu.
Day 2. Kathmandu sightseeing tour.
Day 3. 🚁 Fly to Lukla and trek to Ghat.
Day 4. Trek to Monjo.
Day 5. Trek to Namche Bazaar.
Day 6. Acclimatization & rest day.
Day 7. Trek to Tengboche.
Day 8. Trek to Pangboche.
Day 9. Day hike to Ama Dablam Base Camp and back.
Day 10. Trek to Pheriche.
Day 11. Acclimatization & rest day at Pheriche.
Day 12. Trek to Lobuche.
Day 13. Trek to Gorak Shep & hike to Everest Base Camp.
Day 14. Hike to Kala Patthar and fly 🚁 to Kathmandu.
Day 15. Kathmandu (buffer day).
Day 16. Departure.

Unlike any other mindfulness retreat or trek...

I fell in love with Nepal in 2019 when I did the Annapurna Trek with several podcast listeners. This year I did it again and trekked even higher to Khayer Lake at 15,300 ft. At the end of our trek, I visited Everest Base Camp, and I immediately knew that my next trek would be to Everest Base Camp. I hope you'll join me for this epic adventure!

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In this part of Nepal are out of this world! You'll feel like you've stepped into a National Geographic documentary.

Included

  • Accommodations in Kathmandu.
  • Welcome dinner. Breakfast in Kathmandu.
  • Guided Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu.
  • All required trekking permits.
  • Helicopter flight from Kathmandu to Lukla.
  • Food and accommodations on trek.
  • Helicopter flight back to Kathmandu.
  • Farewell dinner.
  • All in-country transportation.

Also Included

  • Workout routines to prepare for trekking.
  • 6 months of one-on-one mentoring with Noah.
  • Early access to my new course: The Inner Peace Roadmapβ„’
  • Worksheets, guided meditations, and other resources to help you prepare for this trek.
  • A private study group with the other attendees so you can get to know each other before the trek starts.

Not Included

  • Tip for the porters ($200 USD)
  • International Airfare to/from Kathmandu.
  • Travel Insurance (required). Approx $150 USD
  • Nepal Visa (required) $50 USD
  • Purchases along the trek.
  • Early Departure/Evacuation

Frequently Asked Questions...

The Everest Base Camp trek is a moderate trek without any technical elements. What makes it difficult is the altitude. The key is to take it slow and keep one foot in front of the other. Most days will be about 4-5 hours of trekking, but it could be longer depending on our speed. There will be sections where you will be challenged by altitude and fatigue. The secret is to train well ahead of time and pace yourself while we trek.

Everest Base Camp is 5,364 m / 17,598 ft. The highest point on our trek is Kala Patthar at 5,550 m / 18,208 ft.

Altitude sickness is always a concern at high altitudes. The most important way to prevent altitude sickness is to gain altitude slowly and follow a proper acclimatization schedule. Our guides have been trekking to Everest Base Camp for decades and they have a tremendous amount of experience with guiding tourists up this path.

We will plan for proper hydration and acclimatization techniques to minimize the risk of altitude sickness. There are many other things you can do to prepare as well. Check out some of the following articles to learn more about it:

We will stay in tea houses and lodges. These are usually simple rooms with two beds and very meager accommodations. Some have hot water (solar or electric), and others do not. It's possible that some of the lodges will not have enough hot water to accommodate all guests to have a hot shower. It's not uncommon to have to skip a day or two before you get an opportunity to shower again. We recommend bringing body cleansing towels that you can use when you don't have access to a warm shower.

The food is actually delicious! Our outfitter will provide us with more food than you can probably eat. We eat a lot of vegetables, beans, lentils, and other yummy regional dishes. We can accommodate any dietary restrictions. We usually have a mix of vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free, and others within our group, and it's never a problem. The food has always been amazing on every trek I've done in Nepal.

In the hotels of Kathmandu and some of the nicer lodges, you will see normal "western" style toilets. In other lodges, you will only have a hold in the ground where you squat and go the way nature originally intended LOL. It's actually not that bad and many people say they prefer the Himalayan style toilet after they get used to it. Showers are also nice in the hotels and some lodges but the further up we go on the mountain, the more meager the accommodations will be. A warm shower may only consist of a bucket of warm water at some places. It's all part of the adventure and part of the experience!

Yes! Once you arrive in Kathmandu, you transfer your luggage to an assigned trekking duffel bag. This will be yours to keep after the trek. You'll want to pack light since one of our porters will carry everything you bring. We will provide a packing list as we get closer. Your suitcase and any other items you don't need for trekking can be left in a secure room at the hotel in Kathmandu and then recovered once we return. There are many items you can purchase in Kathmandu:

  • Diamox (altitude sickness medicine)
  • Trekking poles
  • Toiletries
  • Snacks and other trekking gear
  • We will provide you with a down jacket and a sleeping bag for the trek.

I want to join! What's next?

Great! The next step is to fill out the application and pay the deposit to reserve your spot. Be aware of the dates/deadlines listed below. Don't hesitate to get in touch with me if you have any additional questions or want to chat about this trek before booking a spot. Click here to contact me.

Important: The last two treks filled up quickly, with over forty people on the waitlist.

Deposit: $500
Important Dates:
May 1st: $500 payment due
July 1st: $1000 payment due
August 1st: $1000 payment due. Book airfare.
September 1st: Full balance due ($1250).

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