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About Everest North Base Camp tour

Elevation

5,200 m (17,060 ft)

Country

China / Tibet

Climbing history

The Rongbuk Monastery side of Everest has been used since 1921 British reconnaissance. EBC (Tibet) at 5,200m sits on the Rongbuk Glacier. Accessible by road, unlike Nepal side. The historic approach of early British expeditions.

Notable itineraries

EBC North Trek (8-10 days): Road access from Lhasa via Tingri. Rongbuk Monastery: Highest monastery in the world. Advanced Base Camp (6,400m): For acclimatization. Views of North Face and Northeast Ridge.

Currency

Chinese Yuan (CNY) is the official currency. Tibet Travel Permit required. All trips must be organized through licensed agency. Higher permit costs than Nepal. Budget $2,000-4,000 for organized tour.

Languages

Official: Mandarin Chinese. Regional: Tibetan widely spoken. English very limited outside guides. Chinese guide/liaison required. Tibet Autonomous Region regulations apply.

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Recommended gear for Everest North Base Camp tour

Essentials picked for multi-day treks. Recommended by our expert team.

• Salomon Quest 4 GTX Backpacking Boot (Men's) (trekking boots): View at Campmor
• Leki MCT Vario TA Trekking Poles (trekking poles): View at Campmor
• Osprey Talon 22 Backpack (daypack 30-40L): View at Campmor
• Patagonia Men's Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket (rain shell): View at Patagonia (Impact)
• Patagonia Men's R1 Air Full-Zip Hoody (fleece / mid layer): View at Campmor
• Sawyer Squeeze 32 oz Water Filter System (water filter): View at Campmor
• Global Rescue membership (rescue and evacuation): View at Global Rescue

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