Everest Base Camp Trek in December

Introduction

December, the end of the year. Don’t you want to give an amazing goodbye with beautiful memories and thrilling experiences to the previous year? Everest base camp trekking can be one of the most beautiful ways to end the year if you’re looking for an amazing farewell to this year. Try this journey of Everest base camp with us. We ensure you to provide one of the most adventurous trips on the planet during this December.

Everest base camp has a lot to offer but simply when you are in a crowd you might not grasp it. If you’re not afraid of some cold nights in the Everest region then this December is the best time to do this marvelous adventure. This is going to be more interesting simply because only a few make it to the Everest Base Camp during December. Don’t you want to be one of them?

Since you are trekking to the most amazing destination don’t you want to experience every possible thrills? If yes? Then December offers you this chance. Trekking in Everest base camp is mostly done during spring and autumn but this creates large tourist traffic and the environment gets a bit annoying. You may not be able to speak in silence with the Himalayas. But trekking in December offers you that. During this month the Everest Base Camp region gets colder. So, carrying a necessary backpack with required materials can make your journey easy. With all necessary gears and equipment, we can make December trekking in the Everest region a worthwhile and thrilling. Sometimes travelers don’t even start this trip thinking about the cold temperature but believe me, once you get on those trails you would be proud of your decision and guts.

December will start showering many cold nights here in Nepal. The month when slowly, cold foggy night sleeps in your door as the day passes, it’s December. Nepal is known as a land of Mt. Everest more than anything else. Trekking in the Everest region has always been the most significant dream for many travelers around the globe. During this time, at the higher altitudes, the temperature falls below zero degree and the Everest region is very cold during mornings and nights, however, you can experience the pleasant weather during most of the days. One of the most asked and inquired questions from many travelers is regarding the Everest base camp trekking journey in December. Addressing the trekkers’ queries and concerns, here we are describing the major Top 09 amazing reasons why one should travel during December or the benefits of making this journey in December to Everest Base Camp.

Everest base camp has been one of the most wanted trekking destinations in the world, more in the history of mountain lovers. Since you want to make this journey up to Everest Base Camp in December here are the few things to be remembered before making this trip.

Why should one do Everest base camp trekking in December?

December is when weather challenges your adventure life here in the Everest region. Are you not willing to answer the weather about your adventure capabilities? There are many reasons why one should travel to the Everest region at this time. Let me be honest, there are lots of benefits while making this trip to the Everest region. The question is, are you willing to grab these benefits with us? If your answer is yes then just have a look at these amazing benefits:

1) Lowest rainfall

As you’re making a long trip, you don’t want to be disturbed by any kind of rains, right? In the Everest region, December is the month when there would be the slimmest chance of rain to drop over your head although you may see some snow. Due to this reason, you need not worry about the abrupt changes in weather since it can be predicted very easily.

2) Amazing views

Winters have clearer views in the Everest region. The sky remains clearer and offers you more wonderful scenic views. You can walk beneath the crystal clear sky. At the end of December, there are more chances of snowfall which may sometimes block the trails. So it's wonderful to trek in early December to enjoy the splendid views and superb photographs will be in your hand with no doubt if you are a photographer.

3) Fewer crowds and quieter trails

Once you get on these trails you want to explore more dimensions of the adventure. For various reasons, you may not be able to explore a lot but during December, Everest Region remains more silent. You can enjoy the less traffic of trekkers unlike in the other months will less possibilities. If you’re one of those people who have dreamt of walking in the highest Himalayas alone in a quiet trail, then this is for you. Taking pictures, enjoying the surroundings can be done more efficiently in Everest region during December.

4) More options for accommodation

In the peak of seasons, there has always been a problem for accommodations. Due to flocking of many trekkers in the trail, it’s even sometimes difficult to get the rooms. During December, you can realize the lodges are more peaceful. There will be lesser issues regarding the expenses in foods and rooms. You need not share your rooms in December but in the peak months, it's even difficult to get a shared room. You can experience the better service facilities during this month.

5) Easy flights

Getting plane tickets in the peak session have always been an issue. December is the month when you don’t need to experience this. Due to fewer tourists, tickets are available very easily. The chances of ticket expenses are minimum. Many airlines also provide discounts during this month sometime.

6) Udhauli parva or Udhauli Festival

Udhauli Parva is a festival celebrated by Kirat community. It is believed that the beginning of Udhauli festival marks the beginning of winter from this particular day. Uhauli means moving downwards in Kirat language. As the cold season starts, people celebrate this festival when they thank their god for a good harvest and move downwards to a warmer region. Don't miss this festival being celebrated in the Everest region around December.

7) Christmas in Everest

What can be the biggest celebration than this? Christmas in the world’s highest region, just imagine, wouldn't it be wonderful? Christmas in Everest is something to celebrate in this one life.

8) Semi frozen lakes

In December month of the year, you can witness the semi-frozen lakes. The mystical lakes around the Everest region get semi-frozen with extraordinary reflections of the Himalayas. 

9) Easy internet connections

Actually, internet connection is not much of that issue in the Everest Base camp region but sometimes you do not even get a chance to connect to the internet due to many users. In other times, you may get stuck due to various other reasons and there may not be a very good internet service too. But in December, you can use the internet much sufficiently and happily with no problems. Charging your phones and other equipment can be done more easily.

Weather conditions of the Everest base camp region

As mentioned earlier, December is the beginning of the cold nights here in Nepal. In the higher altitudes, the temperature sometimes falls below zero degrees and whereas at night sometimes it goes around -14 degrees. The cold night would be an issue only if you would not have enough gears for yourself. You can experience some snowfall at the beginning of this trek. Some people think it’s impossible to trek in December but almost every traveler who has been there, have always given positive feedback about their trek.

Experience the thrill of Everest base camp in silence

For most people, still even getting back from the Everest their journey feels incomplete. This happens mostly in the peak months of the season when many people being in the trails, it is overcrowded. You can get amazing landscape photographs in December. December is the best time to trek if you are willing to accept the challenges and once you start it will make you more confident. From this month onward, Everest remains more silent than ever. You can feel the relaxation of walking beneath the clear sky enjoying the fascinating views with no disturbance.

Useful tips

a. Since there can be extreme changes or delay in the flights while getting back, it’s better if you keep some extra days in your hand in the case of the flight delays or cancellations.

b. Trekking in winter can be always challenging in the Everest region.so you must walk with the instructions of your guide.

c. Since it is colder than another trekking months, you should take more care of the acclimatization period and carry a flask to get yourself warm water time to time.

d. Trekking in December in the Everest Base Camp region needs more equipment and gears. Make sure you carry the good one.

e. The most important thing is you do not want to trek during December in the Everest region alone. You may put your life in danger.

Altitude sickness

Mount Everest lies in 8,848 meters above the sea level whereas Everest base camp lies in 5,380 meters. Since you are traveling above 5,000 meters, the chances of altitude sickness increases. Everest gets colder during the winter as we all know. So you should keep in mind of the proper acclimatization period. Sometimes the altitude sickness gets severe which can spoil your entire trek. It is more fantastic if you could get more information about the prevention of altitude sickness beforehand from your company or the guide.

A guide is necessary while trekking to Everest base camp in December

Well, making a trip alone in the other months of the year to Everest Base Camp is possible but we do not suggest you to trek alone in December. Since the route gets more challenging than other seasons, it’s better to walk as per the guide’s instructions. The local guides are the ones who are more familiar than you in those trails and can make quick right decisions in terms of emergency.

Gears required for Everest Base Camp Trek in December

-->A pair of fleece-lined jackets and a pair of fleece-lined trousers.

-->Thick insulating down jacket

-->Rain jacket

-->Winter Trekking Trousers

-->A pair of water proof boots

-->Water flask

-->Water purifiers

-->Warm extra clothes

-->Moisturizing cream

-->Solar torch / head helmet

-->Strong and warm sleeping bag

These are some common things that you should carry while doing Everest Base Camp trek in December. More things can be discussed after you get to Kathmandu.

Other alternative trekking options

You want to trek to the Everest region right?

Are you in some kind of dilemma? Here we are giving you many other possibilities. So, you can enjoy the trek to the Everest region even in December. These trekking destinations could be perfect for you if you are scared of the uncertain weather conditions in the Everest base camp. Therefore, you could take the thrill of Everest region even in December. These are not just the options made for you but they are other trek routes that could show you some unseen pictures of the Everest.

1) Everest Gokyo Lake Trekking

Exploring Gokyo valley and the Gokyo lakes in December would be amazing. You can experience clear weather over there which could make your trek filled with more amazing views. It would be completely different sort of experience and thrill for you.

2) Everest Panorama View Trek

Everest panorama view trek is for the people who are willing to do just a light trek in the Everest region. You can get amazing views of Namche Bazaar and Tengboche Monastery along with the 360 degree panorama of the breathtaking mountains. If you want to avoid yourself from the cold breeze of Everest, then this is the perfect choice for you.

3) Classic Trail to Everest

This may be a bit long trek compared to others. If you are in fear of altitude sickness then this would be an awesome choice for you in the Everest region. You will get to the higher altitudes very slowly in this trek which means you do not need to worry about the acclimatization.

Everest base camp trekking in December Conclusion

Traveling to the Everest region seems highly possible even in December as we have discussed so far. This can be more thrilling and remarkable as mentioned above. There are always some things to remember before you start a trip anywhere in the world including the Everest base camp journey in December.

If you are looking for a peaceful environment with no disturbance of crowd in the trails and easy flight tickets then trust me, you can’t get any better timing or the month. Make your trip in December if you want to celebrate your Christmas in the highest foothills on the planet amidst the absolute silence of the Himalayas.

By the name of our company ‘Nature Lovers Treks and Tours’ itself, we have indiscriminate love for nature and adventure. We want you all to explore the immense Everest region in December with us. Together we can see some unseen and explore the unexplored things in the Everest region during December. Are you willing to join us?