Drear Brother Your videos are great. You have shared your trekking experiences with us and we like them very much Wishing you to make more good videos like this and thank you from the bottom of my heart.. 1K subscribers very soon Wish to reach..
Thank you 😊 Plz like share and subscribe.. one more info..before going keep checking latest news and updates about EBC on the internet 👍 All the best 👍
Thank you for your feedback..stay tuned like share and subscribe to the channel. If you are planning solo, please take note local authorities restricted solo trekking in Everest Region so before planning search for more latest update on the internet! Do prepare well, All the best and take care
@@basuadventure2456 things are changed from this September 2022 guide is compulsory in Everest Region so usually Indian trekking companies are offering this trek in between 65k-75k
Did you use any water purification tablet ? Is it safe fill the drinking water from the natural stream there ? Any recommendation on the drinking water. Thank you
Yes I used water purification tablets..it’s safe to use natural stream water on the trail..and mostly u can refill ur bottles at any tea house or lodge on the trail..
awesome and very informative video sir thank you for making and putting yourall efforts.. its worth watching and really very nice video getting all my answer from your video... in 2023 i am going for everst base camp.thank you again..love from Haryana
Thank you...There is new update about EBC trek..Guide is compulsory now...keep searching for latest info on the internet..stay tuned for more adventures..Plz like share and Subscribe :)
Frankly speaking on EBC Trek sleeping bag not required. In every Tea House and Lodge you will get thik blanket (Rajai). But still you want to use your own then -10 degree rating sleeping bag would be good enough
@@AshishKumar-iw5dz Yes..not mandatory, i want to mention one thing here..what i believe and always ready for, if on the trail any unforeseen circumstances like snow storm in between and there is no shelter for kilometers and kilometers and event i cant move ahead due to low visibly in the storm and had to spend night in open, in such cases sleeping bag can be life saver. This is what I plan. But adding sleeping 1-2 kg weight or removing it from list can make or break your trek..so take decision wisely :)
Thank you for sharing all the key points even the minute ones. Beautifully placed and detailed video. Amazing job. Also share best time to trek Winters (Nov or Feb) or Summers (Apr, May)?
November will be less crowded than Feb. Also Apr and May also be crowded as lot many expeditions during this time. If u want see meet the Everest climbers April May is best time, or if u like less crowded trail the Nov is good time. November Feb will be colder than April and May
nice and informative video. we (2 members) are planing EBC trek on Jan 15th 2023 without guide and porter. Is December or January is the good time to trek ?
December Jan will be too cold, chances of snow fall. Also please not since September 2022 local authorities mandated guide in Everest Region, so plan accordingly
I know about hand warming chemicals which usually we gets during flights, but for heating food and water I am known about this thing..warm water u can get at tea houses..and tea houses servers u hot food, I would say don’t increase ur load in ur bag back , only for emergency situations carry few if u can carry ..if ur mode of transportation allows u to carry such materials
Will suggest take mirror less camera with you if u have. May be crop sensor or full frame. Mirror less be light weight than DSLR. Or iPhone. All the best ☺️
October November is the session I liked..March April will be much crowded but every season has its own pros and cons October November are colder and less crowded March April is little warmer and crowded.. depending on your preference u can choose anytime..!
Thankyou so much for this video. It is really helpful, but I would like to know if the solar charger that you used on the EBC is still working? Have you used it on the other treks later and is still the performance same?. I am planning to buy this one
Thank you for your feedback..that solar charger is still working I think it’s life cycle is for around 25 years.. 10 Watt Solar Charger link:- amzn.to/43b1uez 15 Watt Solar Charger link:- amzn.to/3JGzEQc
Thank you for your quick reply. I would also like to know which camera did you use to record your videos and where did you order the microspikes from.?
@@ishapal54 Actually i was trying to reply to your very first comment...but later I found it was deleted 😃..anyways, I was not carrying Micro spikes with me..because i did only EBC, if we are going for 3 passes then Micro Spikes may require..and from here you can buy..some recommendation below amzn.to/3rj7dkU amzn.to/3PFimXq
@@ChetanShende Thank you so much for answering my queries. I appreciate it. I am all sorted now for my EBC with three passes. Planning to go in oct -nov
@@ishapal54 All the best..get some latest information, if you are planning to go solo...if going with trekking company or with guide or porter the nothing to worry about permits..there are few news around, after Namche Bazar guide is compulsory, but i am not fully sure on this...All the best
Hello . watching this again and now I have a query (again)..... What will be advantage of carrying Hydration Blader and 5 Liters Portable Collapsible Water Storage both? Is one optional? some products are out of stock. Would you be kind enough to suggest alternatives?
Hydration blader gives you, hand free flexibility to drink water while moving without removing rucksack or to search for water bottle here and there. I believe some times we avoid drinking water, because we dont want to mess with rucksack on uneven terrain and this can impact our water intake per day target. But yes..even you are using hydration blader still you need at least 1 water bottle with you, metallic is highly preferable. and 5 liter Portable storage is useful for wild camping. You can carry water from longer distance for your need. On EBC 5 ltr water storage not required.. For out of stock product i can search.. and help you to select suitable for you...let me know for which product you are searching for..
@@ChetanShende out of stock items - 5 Ltr water storage , Mobile Gimble Hohem iSteady and Solar charger from list are OOS . solar charger I traced the manufacturer today and ordered it too. I got it for Rs. 3100 (Rs. 400 discount) . Also is this hydration bladder the best? I was thinking of evaluating one at decat and comparing. what's your view?
I took ICICI Lombard Travel Insurance If u want to take trekking Insurance I have mentioned trekking insurance company names in video as well as in the video description
@@buckstiger007 no ICICI Lombard travel insurance only cover hotel and travelling tickets coverage..but if u obtain trekking insurance upto 6000 metres altitude they can have cover for emergency evacuation, specifically u have check with trekking insurance company for “emergency evacuation” term
HiS ir, Right now this is the best solo infovid for me for EBC. question: how efficient was your solar charger. Can you suggest best portable solar charger in India ?
Thank you for your feedback..Technically not too deep but i never out of batteries for my Cellphone, 20k mh power bank..during my ebc trek days were sunny amzn.to/3WYx6Sl amzn.to/3VXXZEG
Very few Insurance companies provide Trekking Insurance..worldNomads.com asc360.com it covers emergency evacuation upto 6000 metres..but that cost much..it’s good take trekking insurance..but yes without insurance also we can’t attempt EBC if u r not taking Trekking insurance at least take travel insurance..if ur flight cancels due weather u will get covered in such scenario..I am from India I took icici Lombard travel insurance for 15 days it cost me around 800 INR and that helped me a lot and saved my losses…
Icici Lombard..There is latest update regarding Everest Base Camp Trek..Solo Trekkers are not allowed in Everest Region now…local guide is mandatory now !
Thanks Chetan, your video is very helpful. When did you start your hike ? Weight of your backpack fully loaded ? I'm leaving solo for the 3 passes trek, Nov. 23.
Thank you for your feedback. I started my hike on 13th Nov 2021 from Lulka. Yes, my handbag, tripod, camera gears,sleeping bag, first Aid, clothings, warm layer all was near 17.5 Kg. All the best for your adventure. Be Safe. Take Care. Like Share and Subscribe :)
See..for solo u need ultimate previous high altitude and trekking experience without that don’t go solo..and if u have good experience and planning for solo and on the spot u get to know solo not allowed then u need to be prepared for plan B to hire a guide…
Do we need to carry Nepali rupees from India ?. And is it permissible to carry Indian rupee and use it while trekking ? Do they accept inidian rupee in the trekking path ? Thank you.
Yes..we have to carry Nepali currency on the trail..we can convert INR to NPR at airport or if travelling by road the at end of the stop there are many currency exchanges…
@@ChetanShende thank you. we are travelling by flight. We are planing to carry 80k Indian rupee in cash and exchange it in Katmandu airport. For the safer side is it ok to keep the INR of 50k cash with us as you faced problem using the ATM
@@rameezm4580 If we are travelling to India to Nepal by flight we can carry 25k INR cash only as per rules..we can withdraw cash at Kathmandu..always good idea to keep additional cash..also keep info any one of ur India friends if any amount transfers needed in case of urgency 👍
Hi very nice video. I am planning to go end of February 23. So any chance of delay in flight from katamandu to lukla. What about weather in that time in EBC and Kala pather. Pls advise
February hopefully there will not be any delays.. but …but Lukla is completely surrounded with mountains so weather can change anytime..less chances of bad weather…it will be cold can drop minimum till -15 to -20 degree at Gorakshep and Kala Pathar…
Hi bro Any information regarding mandatory poter and guide for ebc. As i heard a news that from sept 2022 is mandatory. Please help me regarding news.confirm any. Thank you.
On the Airport there is Money Exchange counter..we can exchange there it’s free of cost they will not charge anything.. if we withdraw from ATM our bank will charge us per withdraw. If u are travelling by a road to Nepal from India u can exchange at border there are multiple agencies but not sure about if they charge us..one more thing on flights we carry only 25000 Indian rupees cash ..at money exchange counter they will accept only 100 rupees notes..
@@AshishKumar-iw5dz Yes..thats true as of now..i confirmed with on of my Sherpa friend which i made during my trek and also on google, on of the trekking company's website..local authorities banned solo trekking in Everest region
Very very nice excellent helpfull video thank you so so much ❤ sir how old are you My age is 54 years and I will be go next year may first week. Any suggestions for me 😊
Loved to watch your videos man and really great information which you shared with us and really helpful and appreciate your help and support towards our trekking community and I would like to know that which time a month you visited ? And is they allowed our own tent camping on the way ? And stay and cook ourself ? That would be more adventurous experience and journey I would say which I always do when I trek any peaks.And is withdraw money from atm at Nepal charge extra rs for transection ? And as I heard you told online transactions won’t work so just quick question came in to my mind. 😊
Thank you so much ☺️ I visited in mid November? As Tea houses and lodges are available till Gorakshep to tent not required, no one stays inside tent on EBC trail..I think camping on open space may be not allowed, not sure, I haven’t seen anyone doing camping at it’s own..Thanks once again
@@ChetanShende thanks man for information and what will be best money carry as like you mentioned online transaction won’t works for Indians so is withdrawing money will work or we have to carry from India or if withdraw works then is there any extra charges for get withdraw from atm ?
@@DharmS By flights we can carry 25k INR cash..we can withdraw from ATM with some extra applicable fees..carry Rs. 100 INR Notes currency exchange will accept only 100 Rs Notes
@@ChetanShende thanks a lot buddy you just clear my most of the queries and really saved some of my potholes and saved my time otherwise if I went and face the same issues and I will get in to trouble like how you faced and extended more days which will again lead to our job leave and lost 5k per day income and really big thank you to you man and I would loved to meet you some day as in person and learn from each others experiences. Appreciate your hard-work towards this made videos for all of us and taking your valuable time and support other trekkers and travellers. ❤🙏👍😁
Chetan, my trip starts on Wednesday, and there is one aspect I am worried about: it is finance. My debit card also has that sentence written on the back. (I could not pay Yeti/TaraAir through their site, but I managed to pay them through a link that customer care sent me.) Since I am not sure about this card working in ATMs, I think I need to bring cash to be on the safe side. But Indian flights have a rule : Not more than 25,000 INR per person allowed. (I am not sure how strictly they enforce this). You can see why I am worried.... 😅 Any insights from your end? Either regarding this cash limit, or regarding ATMs? Google searches and TripAdvisor give ambiguous answers. Apologies for the long question, Thanks in advance.
Extremely late reply. I not sure why i am not getting real-time notifications on my some videos. Answer to your question Even i converted my normal debit card into International, still its written there, about Nepal Bhutan transaction. But yes it works there with some transaction charges, even non International Cards works there. On flights i carried only 25000 cash. No one checked but still i followed the rules, and will say as responsible person every one should follow Airlines rules.
@@ChetanShende Hi Chetan! I am already back from my trip, but even so, thank you for taking the time to respond to the query! 😃 As an update for future viewers who might se this: My card did not work in most of the ATMs, but it worked once, and I got NPR10, 000 (INR 6000) added to my funds. The strange thing is that it worked only on the third time I desperately tried the same ATM, and when I tried it once again after that, it didn't work. So it seems to be purely chance, and I don't know what the rules are (if any) for withdrawal to work. Luckily, this along with my original 25k turned out to be more than enough funds but throughout my trip I did have this fear at the back of my mind: "If something bad happens, I don't have any emergency backup money". I am not sure what advice I can pass on to future solo travelers either, except to literally try every ATM you see, everyday, until something works. My card did not work in Kathmandu, in any ATM including SBI. It worked in Lukla in some random Kumari bank ATM, on the third try. It's either this, or discreetly carrying more than 25k cash on the plane, which of course is not something we can safely/responsibly advise anyone.
October November is the good time for ebc..end of the November till February temperature drops so low.. so November end till February is the off season..October November is ideal season with good views clear sky
@@ChetanShende Chetan ji one question how was the rush during mid October .is it off season or crowdy?is room available easily or I need carry camping tent with me.i want complete this trip solo within budget.i will go through Raxaul, birganj .
@@dasuyacyclists2222 October I would say OK Ok not too crowded not too empty..u will get rooms easily.. one more important thing go solo only if u have previous Himalayan trek experience upto 14-15 thousand feet and any other solo trek experience otherwise I’ll strongly recommend to go with trekking company or hire guide or porter without proper experience plz don’t go
@@ChetanShende Chetan ji i have past some experience of trekking.done kashmir great lake and sham valley Ladakh trek solo.and we have group of trekking people and done past some treks in himachal.i also do cycling on routine basis. But I want to know what was the main difficultties you faced in EBC if want to share with me as my as age is 41 so that I prepare accordingly. But I want to know
@@dasuyacyclists2222 prefect u have enough experience..just the thing is you should be able to handle Altitude mountain sickness..that the main challenge…even my age 38 😜 and same active as you ..prepare well all the best
Below is the link, apart from this I made a Sherpa friend there very first he informed me and one of the Nepali trekking company I follow on Insta have confirmed this then I also searched on internet and found this below www.apexasiaholidays.com/media/solo-tourists-banned-to-trek-everest-region/
@@lorenzozanirunning Personally in my experience when I landed at Lukla in November 2021 there was crowd of porters and guides outside of airport and they were asking me if I requested guide or porter… so I think it would be easy..and better if we hire them them from Lukla rather than Namche..
One more question. This cost estimate is not the same if the trip is planned by a tour company. You did everything by yourself and it wasn’t a group tour. Right ?
See, tour companies provide Kathmandu to Kathmandu in 70-75k INR without trekking gears, and without your travel from your city or country till Kathmandu..if we plan everything at our own we will be able to manage our complete trip cost in 70-75K but INR without trekking gears..
Hello Chetan , i am going to EBC Oct 10th , to book flight for Lukla how many days earlier you booked, can call Yeti customer care number which provided in their website to book tickets
2 weeks before I booked my tickets for Lukla..Note:- solo trekking in Everest Region is banned by local authorities from September 2022 plan accordingly
@@ChetanShende , do you have any new paper article for ban of sole terek.. I also seen some Facebook post, but not seen any officially article regarding this. Also one more thing if you remember which number you called to book the tkts
@@deepakbh7803I made one Sherpa friend he told me this news and also I found this www.apexasiaholidays.com/media/solo-tourists-banned-to-trek-everest-region/
Sir, I am from pune and booking the tickets for 21st this month from kathmandu to lukla. Is it a good time to go?. Can I have a word with you in person. I am also planning to go solo.
If u have enough high altitude trekking experience till 14-15000 ft + solo trek experience then only u can try..otherwise go with guide..this is my strong suggestion
@@ChetanShende sorry sir, typo mistake february, I am thinking of booking tickets from vistara non stop from mumbai and then the next day early morning flight to lukla. The only problem which i am worried about is, if the flight to lukla gets cancelled then what will happen if I do bookings in advance for tea houses. Or can I do direct booking after reaching lukla. Also sir, what will be the cost of guide. But that feeling of solo will be tremendously missed. Sir can I have your mail id or contact number please.
@@jaingautam1 February is colder month less crowded u will get room in tea houses easily..guide may cost in between 1500-2000 NPR … without proper experience solo will be too dangerous.. I mentioned in video this trek is definitely not for inexperienced trekkers
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One of the most beautifully explained video for EBC.
Thank you very much for your feedback..😊 plz subscribe to the channel and share with your friends and family 😊 take care
Mindblowing bro! Can't thank you enough for such a detailed video..... 👌🙏
Thank you for your feedback 😊😊
The most important, useful and informative video I have seen, on the EBC Trek. Keep up the good work, Chetan.
Thank you very much Sir 😊
Complete comprehensive video covering all the corners, Thanks so much and keep doing it, all the time & everysingle time.
Thank you very much for your feedback..please like share and subscribe ..stay tuned and take care 😊
Wow!! Hands down the most informative video I've seen on EBC Trekking. Great Work. Thanks!
Thank you 😊
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Your videos are great.
You have shared your trekking experiences with us and we like them very much
Wishing you to make more good videos like this and thank you from the bottom of my heart..
1K subscribers very soon
Wish to reach..
Thank you so much for your feedback 😊 It keeps me motivated stay tuned for my next adventure trip 😊😊
excellent job...... very soon you will hit 1 million subscriber. Good luck and keep doing this kind of videos. All the best.
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Very detailed and still to the point! Thanks
Thank you so much !
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Very informative video for EBC trip ! Very2 useful info for me to get ready before my EBC trip this mid of November 💪🏻💪🏻
Thank you 😊 Plz like share and subscribe.. one more info..before going keep checking latest news and updates about EBC on the internet 👍 All the best 👍
Thank you so so much, very precise and to the point information which would be required during EBC.
Thank you ☺️
The best video for EBC Trek, thank you for sharing brother.
Thank you Bro 😊
Thank you for sharing all your experiences! Very interesting and informative!
Thank you for your feedback 😊
Very informative Video. I hope to trek soon to Everest base camp.
Thank you for your feedback..stay tuned like share and subscribe to the channel. If you are planning solo, please take note local authorities restricted solo trekking in Everest Region so before planning search for more latest update on the internet! Do prepare well, All the best and take care
No words I watch lot of videos but this is Master piece lots of love ❤ from kashmir i am planning this trek
Thank you for your feedback..! All the best for your trek. Please like share and subscribe 😊
@@ChetanShende bro how much money it will required to do this trek in indian ruppes
@@basuadventure2456 things are changed from this September 2022 guide is compulsory in Everest Region so usually Indian trekking companies are offering this trek in between 65k-75k
@@ChetanShende with food also
Most of them I think offering from Kathmandu to Kathmandu
Great summary of all aspects around ebc trek thanks.
Thank you for your feedback 😊
Great info, very concise yet informative!
First time I have seen a full video 😀
Thank you 😊
Did you use any water purification tablet ? Is it safe fill the drinking water from the natural stream there ? Any recommendation on the drinking water. Thank you
Yes I used water purification tablets..it’s safe to use natural stream water on the trail..and mostly u can refill ur bottles at any tea house or lodge on the trail..
This is great! Thank you
Thank you so much
Very informative video 👍🏻👍🏻
Glad you liked it
Thanku for so much info on EBC , details helps
Thank you 😊
Very nicely and in detailed explanation very nice
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Can you guide which solar charging panel u had bought
It’s Sarrvad Solar charger..bought it from Amazon..link is in the description of this video
thanks a lot for sharing a very comprehensive video
Thank a lot for your feedback 😊
awesome and very informative video sir thank you for making and putting yourall efforts.. its worth watching and really very nice video getting all my answer from your video... in 2023 i am going for everst base camp.thank you again..love from Haryana
Thank you so much 😊 Such kind of lovely comments motivates me.. and do prepare well all the best and list of love from Maharashtra too 😊
Thanks for sharing the information.
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Awesome video. Can you please share the link for Quechua rain coat?
Thank you..this is the link amzn.to/3YVTwER
Very informative video … Thanks 🙏
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Informative. Thanks !!
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Awesome explanation.
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Super and much required info bro
Thank you 😊
Suberb !! Keep going 👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you dear 🤗
Well done Chetan!!
This is highly detailed video I ever seen, this helpful for anyone, I'm planing for EBC solo like you.
All the best,
Thanks!👍❤️
Thank you...There is new update about EBC trek..Guide is compulsory now...keep searching for latest info on the internet..stay tuned for more adventures..Plz like share and Subscribe :)
Which Indian travel insurance you recommend? there is a big price difference between ICICI lombard & Nomad travel insurance.
Icici Lombard I did
Hi Chetan,
What should be specifications for a sleeping bag. Like temperature it can sustain and maximum weight?
Frankly speaking on EBC Trek sleeping bag not required. In every Tea House and Lodge you will get thik blanket (Rajai). But still you want to use your own then -10 degree rating sleeping bag would be good enough
@@ChetanShende ohh... So, it's not mandatory to carry a sleeping bag then?
@@AshishKumar-iw5dz Yes..not mandatory, i want to mention one thing here..what i believe and always ready for, if on the trail any unforeseen circumstances like snow storm in between and there is no shelter for kilometers and kilometers and event i cant move ahead due to low visibly in the storm and had to spend night in open, in such cases sleeping bag can be life saver. This is what I plan. But adding sleeping 1-2 kg weight or removing it from list can make or break your trek..so take decision wisely :)
Thank you for sharing all the key points even the minute ones. Beautifully placed and detailed video. Amazing job. Also share best time to trek Winters (Nov or Feb) or Summers (Apr, May)?
November will be less crowded than Feb. Also Apr and May also be crowded as lot many expeditions during this time. If u want see meet the Everest climbers April May is best time, or if u like less crowded trail the Nov is good time. November Feb will be colder than April and May
SAARC IS ONLY applicable FOR Annapurna REGION ND Everest region TREK. OTHER TREKS LIKE Dhaulagiri MANASLU MUSTANG TREK PERMIT IS VERY HIGH.
Ok.. ! this is very useful information. Thank you Dorje . Namaste !
this video is useful sir
Thank you
nice and informative video. we (2 members) are planing EBC trek on Jan 15th 2023 without guide and porter. Is December or January is the good time to trek ?
December Jan will be too cold, chances of snow fall. Also please not since September 2022 local authorities mandated guide in Everest Region, so plan accordingly
Prices of katmandu to lukla is 11k in 2023 dec... Same lukla to katmandu
Oh ok. U mean around trip 11 k or one way 11k ?
Do you recommend bringing chemical heating packs to heat up water, food and as body warmer during the hike?
I know about hand warming chemicals which usually we gets during flights, but for heating food and water I am known about this thing..warm water u can get at tea houses..and tea houses servers u hot food, I would say don’t increase ur load in ur bag back , only for emergency situations carry few if u can carry ..if ur mode of transportation allows u to carry such materials
@@ChetanShende Well said. Thank you.
@@phwualoha1 You’re welcome ☺️ don’t forget to like share and Subscribe 😬
WHICH MONTH, WHICH DATE U START JOURNEY FROM KATHMANDU TO LUKLA, PLEASE
@@Jesuschrist_017 I started on 13th Nov 2021
Thank you! What camera is best for EBC trek?
Will suggest take mirror less camera with you if u have. May be crop sensor or full frame. Mirror less be light weight than DSLR. Or iPhone. All the best ☺️
@@ChetanShendethanks
very very useful
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Good information
Thank you very much 😊
Please tell which time is best to go... Thanks for information.
October November is the session I liked..March April will be much crowded but every season has its own pros and cons October November are colder and less crowded March April is little warmer and crowded.. depending on your preference u can choose anytime..!
Chetan ji, Namaste! Which reputed Trekking Company for EBC do you recommend ?
Hello, IndiaHikes, Trek The Himalaya, Bikat Adventure..maine Bikat Adventures ke sath within India Treks kiye hai..
How did you manage directions without guide? Google maps work?
@@pkak1 maps really not required, trail is well marked, if still want then maps.me is best navigation app and can be use offline as well
Thankyou so much for this video. It is really helpful, but I would like to know if the solar charger that you used on the EBC is still working? Have you used it on the other treks later and is still the performance same?. I am planning to buy this one
Thank you for your feedback..that solar charger is still working I think it’s life cycle is for around 25 years..
10 Watt Solar Charger link:-
amzn.to/43b1uez
15 Watt Solar Charger link:-
amzn.to/3JGzEQc
Thank you for your quick reply. I would also like to know which camera did you use to record your videos and where did you order the microspikes from.?
@@ishapal54 Actually i was trying to reply to your very first comment...but later I found it was deleted 😃..anyways, I was not carrying Micro spikes with me..because i did only EBC, if we are going for 3 passes then Micro Spikes may require..and from here you can buy..some recommendation below
amzn.to/3rj7dkU
amzn.to/3PFimXq
@@ChetanShende Thank you so much for answering my queries. I appreciate it. I am all sorted now for my EBC with three passes. Planning to go in oct -nov
@@ishapal54 All the best..get some latest information, if you are planning to go solo...if going with trekking company or with guide or porter the nothing to worry about permits..there are few news around, after Namche Bazar guide is compulsory, but i am not fully sure on this...All the best
Hello . watching this again and now I have a query (again)..... What will be advantage of carrying Hydration Blader and 5 Liters Portable Collapsible Water Storage both? Is one optional?
some products are out of stock. Would you be kind enough to suggest alternatives?
Hydration blader gives you, hand free flexibility to drink water while moving without removing rucksack or to search for water bottle here and there. I believe some times we avoid drinking water, because we dont want to mess with rucksack on uneven terrain and this can impact our water intake per day target. But yes..even you are using hydration blader still you need at least 1 water bottle with you, metallic is highly preferable. and 5 liter Portable storage is useful for wild camping. You can carry water from longer distance for your need. On EBC 5 ltr water storage not required.. For out of stock product i can search.. and help you to select suitable for you...let me know for which product you are searching for..
@@ChetanShende
out of stock items - 5 Ltr water storage , Mobile Gimble Hohem iSteady and Solar charger from list are OOS . solar charger I traced the manufacturer today and ordered it too. I got it for Rs. 3100 (Rs. 400 discount) . Also is this hydration bladder the best? I was thinking of evaluating one at decat and comparing. what's your view?
@@tRAVel.wIthRAVI oh ok lot many OOS.. I’ll revisit and paste the new links..bladder which I am using right is good ..I year no complaints
useful information and also if you plan again take a group for EBC. :)
Thank you so much and yes I’ll definitely plan second trip 😊 keep in touch ..support my channel by ur valuable like shares and subscribe
Can you share details about insurance
I took ICICI Lombard Travel Insurance
If u want to take trekking Insurance I have mentioned trekking insurance company names in video as well as in the video description
@@ChetanShende Do they cover trekking? and emergency Helicopter rescues. Any guidance will help. Thank you
@@buckstiger007 no ICICI Lombard travel insurance only cover hotel and travelling tickets coverage..but if u obtain trekking insurance upto 6000 metres altitude they can have cover for emergency evacuation, specifically u have check with trekking insurance company for “emergency evacuation” term
Can you please suggest where to carry Solar Panels (Check in or hand Luggage). Will there be any restriction on those?
I kept it in my check i baggage, and haven’t faced any issue 👍
HiS ir,
Right now this is the best solo infovid for me for EBC.
question: how efficient was your solar charger. Can you suggest best portable solar charger in India ?
Thank you for your feedback..Technically not too deep but i never out of batteries for my Cellphone, 20k mh power bank..during my ebc trek days were sunny
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How you managed booking for all stays until Gorakshep?
We can easily get rooms in tea houses and lodges
Which insurance should we take ?
And please recommend from where ?
Very few Insurance companies provide Trekking Insurance..worldNomads.com asc360.com it covers emergency evacuation upto 6000 metres..but that cost much..it’s good take trekking insurance..but yes without insurance also we can’t attempt EBC if u r not taking Trekking insurance at least take travel insurance..if ur flight cancels due weather u will get covered in such scenario..I am from India I took icici Lombard travel insurance for 15 days it cost me around 800 INR and that helped me a lot and saved my losses…
Great. Thank you so much for you reply. I am also from India i also also do some kinda same thing
@@imranqureshi9116 You’re welcome
Which travel insurance to purchase.
Icici Lombard..There is latest update regarding Everest Base Camp Trek..Solo Trekkers are not allowed in Everest Region now…local guide is mandatory now !
Thanks Chetan, your video is very helpful. When did you start your hike ? Weight of your backpack fully loaded ? I'm leaving solo for the 3 passes trek, Nov. 23.
Thank you for your feedback. I started my hike on 13th Nov 2021 from Lulka. Yes, my handbag, tripod, camera gears,sleeping bag, first Aid, clothings, warm layer all was near 17.5 Kg. All the best for your adventure. Be Safe. Take Care. Like Share and Subscribe :)
@@ChetanShende Many thanks Chetan
So do we need a guide now or we can do it on our own i am planning in April
See..for solo u need ultimate previous high altitude and trekking experience without that don’t go solo..and if u have good experience and planning for solo and on the spot u get to know solo not allowed then u need to be prepared for plan B to hire a guide…
@@ChetanShende thank you for your feedback
Sir i checked description for solar power banks not find
Hello, u did you mean solar charger link in the video description?
@@ChetanShende no sir i checked but unavailable 🙏🙏
Here is the link amzn.to/3HeOWuW
@@ChetanShende yes sir
@@ChetanShende how much time it take to charge phone when outdoors I mean during winter snow treks
Sir solar power bank which company plz reply
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@@ChetanShende sir how much time it takes to charge phone in winter treks
Do we need to carry Nepali rupees from India ?. And is it permissible to carry Indian rupee and use it while trekking ? Do they accept inidian rupee in the trekking path ? Thank you.
Yes..we have to carry Nepali currency on the trail..we can convert INR to NPR at airport or if travelling by road the at end of the stop there are many currency exchanges…
@@ChetanShende thank you. we are travelling by flight. We are planing to carry 80k Indian rupee in cash and exchange it in Katmandu airport. For the safer side is it ok to keep the INR of 50k cash with us as you faced problem using the ATM
@@rameezm4580 If we are travelling to India to Nepal by flight we can carry 25k INR cash only as per rules..we can withdraw cash at Kathmandu..always good idea to keep additional cash..also keep info any one of ur India friends if any amount transfers needed in case of urgency 👍
Nice video 👌
Thank you Ranjit..!
Good
Thank you
Hi very nice video. I am planning to go end of February 23. So any chance of delay in flight from katamandu to lukla. What about weather in that time in EBC and Kala pather.
Pls advise
February hopefully there will not be any delays.. but …but Lukla is completely surrounded with mountains so weather can change anytime..less chances of bad weather…it will be cold can drop minimum till -15 to -20 degree at Gorakshep and Kala Pathar…
@@ChetanShende Thank you very much Sir
@@arunkumar-ev7mq You’re Welcome
You trucking month?
I was there in Mid November 2021
Which month did you go?
November 2021
Hi bro
Any information regarding mandatory poter and guide for ebc.
As i heard a news that from sept 2022 is mandatory.
Please help me regarding news.confirm any.
Thank you.
Yes..I heard same information…
Please suggest me a trekking shoe below 3k (INR) for kadarkanta trek.
Ok. Check out this
www.decathlon.in/p/8554574/hiking-and-trekking-boots/mens-waterproof-hiking-boots-nh150-mid-wp-carbon-grey?id=8554574&type=p
Hi, how did you get Nepali rupee? Did you exchanged INR to Nepali rupee or used ATM card to withdraw cash in Nepal? Which one is more preferable?
On the Airport there is Money Exchange counter..we can exchange there it’s free of cost they will not charge anything.. if we withdraw from ATM our bank will charge us per withdraw. If u are travelling by a road to Nepal from India u can exchange at border there are multiple agencies but not sure about if they charge us..one more thing on flights we carry only 25000 Indian rupees cash ..at money exchange counter they will accept only 100 rupees notes..
@@ChetanShende And is it true that solo trekking is not allowed now onwards?
@@AshishKumar-iw5dz Yes..thats true as of now..i confirmed with on of my Sherpa friend which i made during my trek and also on google, on of the trekking company's website..local authorities banned solo trekking in Everest region
Very very nice excellent helpfull video thank you so so much ❤ sir how old are you
My age is 54 years and I will be go next year may first week.
Any suggestions for me 😊
Thank you very much, I was 38 years old when I did this trek in November 2021, u need focus on cardio exercises and increase ur stamina
Loved to watch your videos man and really great information which you shared with us and really helpful and appreciate your help and support towards our trekking community and I would like to know that which time a month you visited ? And is they allowed our own tent camping on the way ? And stay and cook ourself ? That would be more adventurous experience and journey I would say which I always do when I trek any peaks.And is withdraw money from atm at Nepal charge extra rs for transection ? And as I heard you told online transactions won’t work so just quick question came in to my mind. 😊
Thank you so much ☺️ I visited in mid November? As Tea houses and lodges are available till Gorakshep to tent not required, no one stays inside tent on EBC trail..I think camping on open space may be not allowed, not sure, I haven’t seen anyone doing camping at it’s own..Thanks once again
@@ChetanShende thanks man for information and what will be best money carry as like you mentioned online transaction won’t works for Indians so is withdrawing money will work or we have to carry from India or if withdraw works then is there any extra charges for get withdraw from atm ?
@@DharmS By flights we can carry 25k INR cash..we can withdraw from ATM with some extra applicable fees..carry Rs. 100 INR Notes currency exchange will accept only 100 Rs Notes
@@ChetanShende thanks a lot buddy you just clear my most of the queries and really saved some of my potholes and saved my time otherwise if I went and face the same issues and I will get in to trouble like how you faced and extended more days which will again lead to our job leave and lost 5k per day income and really big thank you to you man and I would loved to meet you some day as in person and learn from each others experiences. Appreciate your hard-work towards this made videos for all of us and taking your valuable time and support other trekkers and travellers. ❤🙏👍😁
@@DharmS Thank you so much..and All the very best 😊😊
Sir how can I buy that portable solar charger???
Here is the link amzn.to/35ehXqp
Also in the description of the video
Chetan, my trip starts on Wednesday, and there is one aspect I am worried about: it is finance.
My debit card also has that sentence written on the back. (I could not pay Yeti/TaraAir through their site, but I managed to pay them through a link that customer care sent me.)
Since I am not sure about this card working in ATMs, I think I need to bring cash to be on the safe side.
But Indian flights have a rule : Not more than 25,000 INR per person allowed. (I am not sure how strictly they enforce this).
You can see why I am worried.... 😅
Any insights from your end?
Either regarding this cash limit, or regarding ATMs?
Google searches and TripAdvisor give ambiguous answers.
Apologies for the long question, Thanks in advance.
Extremely late reply. I not sure why i am not getting real-time notifications on my some videos.
Answer to your question
Even i converted my normal debit card into International, still its written there, about Nepal Bhutan transaction. But yes it works there with some transaction charges, even non International Cards works there.
On flights i carried only 25000 cash. No one checked but still i followed the rules, and will say as responsible person every one should follow Airlines rules.
@@ChetanShende
Hi Chetan!
I am already back from my trip, but even so, thank you for taking the time to respond to the query! 😃
As an update for future viewers who might se this: My card did not work in most of the ATMs, but it worked once, and I got NPR10, 000 (INR 6000) added to my funds. The strange thing is that it worked only on the third time I desperately tried the same ATM, and when I tried it once again after that, it didn't work. So it seems to be purely chance, and I don't know what the rules are (if any) for withdrawal to work.
Luckily, this along with my original 25k turned out to be more than enough funds but throughout my trip I did have this fear at the back of my mind: "If something bad happens, I don't have any emergency backup money".
I am not sure what advice I can pass on to future solo travelers either, except to literally try every ATM you see, everyday, until something works.
My card did not work in Kathmandu, in any ATM including SBI. It worked in Lukla in some random Kumari bank ATM, on the third try.
It's either this, or discreetly carrying more than 25k cash on the plane, which of course is not something we can safely/responsibly advise anyone.
So what is the grand total of expenses ? When I ask people tell me different estimates. Ranging from 75k to 2 lacs.
Without Trekking gear it will around 70-75k INR..and if u buy all new trekking gears will touch 1 lakh INR
Sir,which is off season in ebc and I want to plan ebc in october.kindly guide me?
October November is the good time for ebc..end of the November till February temperature drops so low.. so November end till February is the off season..October November is ideal season with good views clear sky
@@ChetanShende Chetan ji one question how was the rush during mid October .is it off season or crowdy?is room available easily or I need carry camping tent with me.i want complete this trip solo within budget.i will go through Raxaul, birganj .
@@dasuyacyclists2222 October I would say OK Ok not too crowded not too empty..u will get rooms easily.. one more important thing go solo only if u have previous Himalayan trek experience upto 14-15 thousand feet and any other solo trek experience otherwise I’ll strongly recommend to go with trekking company or hire guide or porter without proper experience plz don’t go
@@ChetanShende Chetan ji i have past some experience of trekking.done kashmir great lake and sham valley Ladakh trek solo.and we have group of trekking people and done past some treks in himachal.i also do cycling on routine basis.
But I want to know what was the main difficultties you faced in EBC if want to share with me as my as age is 41 so that I prepare accordingly.
But I want to know
@@dasuyacyclists2222 prefect u have enough experience..just the thing is you should be able to handle Altitude mountain sickness..that the main challenge…even my age 38 😜 and same active as you ..prepare well all the best
Hi, do you have a link to confirm that solo trekkers are not allowed anymore? Thanks
Below is the link, apart from this I made a Sherpa friend there very first he informed me and one of the Nepali trekking company I follow on Insta have confirmed this then I also searched on internet and found this below
www.apexasiaholidays.com/media/solo-tourists-banned-to-trek-everest-region/
Many thanks. Is it easy to get a guide when arriving in namche?
@@lorenzozanirunning Personally in my experience when I landed at Lukla in November 2021 there was crowd of porters and guides outside of airport and they were asking me if I requested guide or porter… so I think it would be easy..and better if we hire them them from Lukla rather than Namche..
Many thanks again for you answer. Do you have an estimate of the cost per day if hiring one in lukla? No need for the porter, only guide.
@@lorenzozanirunning not fully sure but guide may charge between 1500-2000 Nepali Rupees per day..and Porter May little lower..
One more question. This cost estimate is not the same if the trip is planned by a tour company. You did everything by yourself and it wasn’t a group tour. Right ?
See, tour companies provide Kathmandu to Kathmandu in 70-75k INR without trekking gears, and without your travel from your city or country till Kathmandu..if we plan everything at our own we will be able to manage our complete trip cost in 70-75K but INR without trekking gears..
Awesome superb & really helpfull video.....👍👍😎😎🦺🦺
Thank you for your feedback 😊 like share and subscribe
Hello Chetan , i am going to EBC Oct 10th , to book flight for Lukla how many days earlier you booked, can call Yeti customer care number which provided in their website to book tickets
2 weeks before I booked my tickets for Lukla..Note:- solo trekking in Everest Region is banned by local authorities from September 2022 plan accordingly
@@ChetanShende , do you have any new paper article for ban of sole terek.. I also seen some Facebook post, but not seen any officially article regarding this. Also one more thing if you remember which number you called to book the tkts
@@deepakbh7803I made one Sherpa friend he told me this news and also I found this www.apexasiaholidays.com/media/solo-tourists-banned-to-trek-everest-region/
Sir inshort
Can you totally say total amount of this
Ebc
Even permit n Nepal government charges total amount can u tell us
It’s will touch 70-80k INR
Just amazing 👍
Sir, I am from pune and booking the tickets for 21st this month from kathmandu to lukla. Is it a good time to go?. Can I have a word with you in person. I am also planning to go solo.
But today is 24th this month
If u have enough high altitude trekking experience till 14-15000 ft + solo trek experience then only u can try..otherwise go with guide..this is my strong suggestion
@@ChetanShende sorry sir, typo mistake february, I am thinking of booking tickets from vistara non stop from mumbai and then the next day early morning flight to lukla.
The only problem which i am worried about is, if the flight to lukla gets cancelled then what will happen if I do bookings in advance for tea houses. Or can I do direct booking after reaching lukla. Also sir, what will be the cost of guide. But that feeling of solo will be tremendously missed. Sir can I have your mail id or contact number please.
@@ChetanShende thanks for replying so quick sir. Your video is amazing and I would be downloading the same in place of google map refrence
@@jaingautam1 February is colder month less crowded u will get room in tea houses easily..guide may cost in between 1500-2000 NPR … without proper experience solo will be too dangerous.. I mentioned in video this trek is definitely not for inexperienced trekkers
Please tell me your total cost
Kathmandu to Lukla Round trip flights 15K INR Lukla to Ebc and EBC to Lukla 45K INR without trekking gear cost
How to contact you?
Instagram @chtnshende
Felt like taking a lecture on EBC
😃 Really
Sir i am a college student, please suggest some thrilling trek for beginners/moderate level difficulty!!!
@@antimatter2840 Where are you from ? India? Are looking for treks in Himalaya?
I am from Nagpur,Maharashtra.
Planning post-exams trip, around feb-march!!
@@antimatter2840 Arre wah Shejari ch mag Apan..Mi Akola ☺️ So if ur looking treks in Himalaya then For beginners Bhrigu Lake, Dayara Bugyal , Nag Tibba, Beas Kund, then little advanced treks, Kuari Pass, Kedarkantha, Brahmatal, Sar Pass , there are lot more..brother of ur trekking enthusiast like share and subscribe share my channel link with ur friends to support my channel ☺️
Sir can you give me yeti airlines customer number by which i can book a flight cz today i have to book a flight for lukla
+97715970074
www.yetiairlines.com/contact-us
I came to your video after watching another video of a guy who did EBC in 13000 rupees!
Oh ok..that’s really great
Video aate aate 10Kg gain kar liya 🤣🤣🤣
Haha..10 Kg to nhi but 3-4 Kg to ho gya gain 😂
@rekaputri.official berbagi @aqiss and family 🇮🇩👼
Salute boss. Best video for EBC preparation.
Such a wonderful detailed video.
Thank you..plz like share and subscribe