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Find your base camp trek
Without doubt, the most iconic base camp in the world is Everest Base Camp. However, there are many other opportunities to experience the uniqueness of trekking to the foot of one of the world’s great mountains. Here’s an introduction to our thrilling base camp treks, including our new Makalu Base Camp Trek. Plus, find out more about these classic trekking destinations and what makes these base camps so highly regarded. Read our Introducing Worldwide Base Camp Treks blog post.
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Trekking to an iconic base camp can be an incredible experience. As you follow in the footsteps of celebrated explorers you feel a huge sense of achievement and gain a much deeper understanding and respect for mountaineering and its community.
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South Inylchek Glacier to Khan Tengri
16 day Vigorous / Strenuous Walking & Trekking
- Trek through wild glacial terrain beneath towering peaks
- Stay in permanent camps along the route
- Experience the incredible helicopter ride from South Inylchek Base Camp to Karkara
- Swim in the warm(ish) waters of Issyk Kul Lake with views of the mountains on all sides
Land only from £2750
K2 Base Camp Trek
21 day Strenuous Walking & Trekking
- Experience one of the world's greatest treks with excellent acclimatisation
- Enjoy spectacular scenery with views of the great peaks of the Karakorams
- Camp at breathtaking Broad Peak Base Camp giving a much less demanding trek into K2 Base Camp and maximising your time there
- Spend two nights in the magnificent mountain amphitheatre at Concordia
- Take a scenic flight to and from Skardu
Flight inclusive from £3485, Land only from £2585
Annapurna Base Camp in Style
16 day Vigorous Walking & Trekking
- Trek to Macchapuchare Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp
- Stay in up-market lodges, and the best tea houses higher up the trail with many extra services included
- A perfect Himalayan trek through classic high mountain scenery to explore the heart of the Annapurna
- Enjoy a high quality hotel in Kathmandu and tour the city's main sights
Flight inclusive from £4100, Land only from £3055
Makalu Base Camp Trek
22 day Strenuous Walking & Trekking
- Complete the spectacular trek to Makalu Base Camp where few others have ventured
- Cross the Shipton La pass, and three other high passes, on a single day of sublime trekking
- Enjoy a full day of exploration at Makalu Base Camp
- Encounter varied scenery in different temperate zones as you progress from 700m to over 5,000m
- Stay in tea houses on trek to experience remote village life and contribute directly to the local economy.
Flight inclusive from £3850, Land only from £2555
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