Trekking

Everest Base Camp Packing List 2026: What to Bring, What to Leave, and What to Rent

You need a -15°C sleeping bag, a warm down jacket, trekking boots that are already broken in, and a reliable water filter. Everything else is negotiable. The full list is below — but more importantly, so is the advice on what most packing guides get wrong.

Everest Base Camp Trek Cost: The Complete 2026 Budget Breakdown (Every Dollar Counted)

Budget $1,100–$3,500 for the EBC trek depending on your style. We break down every cost: flights, permits, food, guides, gear and insurance — no surprises.