Internet Access on Everest Base Camp Trek - Is there Internet on Mount Everest?
The FAQ of modern generation trekkers is: Is Internet Access on Everest Base Camp Trek? Everest Base Camp Trek is a challenging and adventurous trek. In recent days, Everest Base Camp has become the dream destination of the avid modern trekkers; therefore, almost every trekking and expedition company customizes the EBC Trekking packages to satisfy the appetizer of the enthusiastic trekkers.
Internet Access on Everest Base Camp Trek :
Generally, the duration of EBC Trek ranges from 5 days of Short Everest Trek to 22 days of Jiri – Everest Base Camp Trek; during which, the trekkers leave their family, home, friends, and job. In their Nepal visit, they want to communicate with the people they know and to get updated about the world: They need internet access during the whole trip.
Life has never been the same after the invention of modern technologies. In the recent context, the world has been a global village; people from any place can easily access anything they want. The Internet has become the integral part of human beings and without it, life seems to be incomplete and impossible; therefore, there are WIFI facilities, Everest Link Card Facilities to EBC.
Genuinely speaking, there are numerous places in EBC Trekking trails where we can buy WIFI or can get free WIFI; but at Everest Base Camp, the WIFI or Everest Link Card doesn’t work properly. In our experts’ experience, “Trekkers can purchase the mobile Simcard to use mobile internet data connection if they really want to use internet at Everest Base Camp.”
The base camp of the world’s highest peak is at an elevation of 5,364m from sea level. With the pristine natural scenery, serene landscape, tranquil surrounding and enticing view of sparkling peaks, EBC is portrayed as heaven on Earth. Enjoy the most significant moment of your life with the fellow trekkers and guides; exchange felicitations and gratitude and finally contact your family-friends through mobile internet data connection. Enjoy the Short Everest Base Camp Trek if you prefer returning home soon to share the first-hand story of EBC to your family.
Where can we have access to the internet throughout EBC Trekking trails?
Lukla:
Classic Short Everest Base Camp Trek and many other Everest Base Camp Treks commence from Lukla. In almost every lodge, trekkers can connect WIFI service after paying U$D 5-6. There is also free WIFI service at Starbucks Lukla where we can find many trekkers enjoying free WIFI with a fresh cup of coffee or tea.
WIFI Cost: U$D 5-6 for an unlimited package
WIFI Signal: Good.
Phakding:
Phakding is the first village where trekkers take shelter on the 3rd day of Comfort Everest Base Camp Trek. At phakding, only a few local bakeries have internet connectivity; therefore there will be a low internet connection. If trekkers want to use better WIFI, they have to use Everest Link Card for internet connection; or use a 2G – 3G NTC and Ncell mobile network.
WIFI Cost:
WIFI Signal: Good.
Namche:
The main tourist hub of Everest Region Namche has the facilities of everything. At Namche, many lodges have a good WIFI connection. Trekkers can also use free WIFI at Namche Bakery. The tea houses here offer WIFI at U$SD 1 – 2 (per hour) which can be too slow due to maximum users. If the cost of WIFI here may sound expensive for you, use Everest Link Card for easy and fast internet connection.
WIFI Cost: U$D 10 – 15 (unlimited)
WIFI Signal: very good.
If you want to stay at Namche for few days, Short Everest View Trek is the perfect one.
Tengboche:
The village has very few numbers of lodges with internet connectivity. At lodges and tea houses, the connection is also not so good.
WIFI Cost: U$D 5-6 per hour
WIFI Signal: poor.
Dingboche:
Dingboche is the first village above 4,000m in Traditional Everest Base Camp Trek. At this village, the trekkers can enjoy the good internet connection in the arid landscape. The tea houses have WIFI service for the trekkers.
WIFI Cost: U$D 7-10 per hour
WIFI Signal: poor.
Lobuche:
Although Lobuche is situated at a higher altitude, there is good connectivity of internet service. The village used to be the last human settlement. At this altitude also, 3G Ncell Network works perfectly; also we can purchase Everest Link Card for better internet access.
WIFI Cost: U$D 10 per hour
WIFI Signal: Very good.
Gorakshep:
In the past, Gorakshep was Base Camp of Mt. Everest; but now it is the last human settlement. The last place has few numbers of tea houses where there is the facility of WIFI or you can also buy Everest Link Card for better internet connection. Even, the Ncell 3G Network works very well.
WIFI Cost: U$D 12 per hour
WIFI Signal: Very good.
What is Everest Link Card?
Everest Link Card is a wireless broadband internet service that is manufactured to connect the trekkers with their near and dear ones. In the Himalayas, the Everest Link Card is easily available in the stores and bakeries.
The wireless broadband is comparatively cheaper than WIFIs in the EBC Trail. Trekkers can enjoy the WIFI prepaid cards of 50 MB to 100 MB at variable prices. The price of the package ranges from U$D 2 to U$D 4; it may be cheaper or more expensive than the mentioned price too.
How is the connectivity of the WIFI, Ncell Network, and Everest Link Card?
The internet connection in the Everest Region is good in most of the villages. The WIFI connections in the lodges or tea houses sometimes become slow or lost due to a large number of server users. Most of the trekkers have complained about the connection problem in the Everest Region.
Everest Link Card is the wireless prepaid broadband service that seems to be a well-preferred internet service among trekkers, but it also has some drawbacks and low service.
NTC and Ncell 2G – 3G Network is better for the short time internet user. The 2G – 3G doesn’t work continuously for a longer time in the higher elevation.
Why is the Internet used in EBC trek? Is it necessary?
In today’s world, the internet has played an important role to connect the people of the world. They can easily share their lifestyle, thoughts, etc from one corner to another; so the trekkers also use the internet to share the world about their achievements.
The surveys have shown that the use of internet in EBC Trek is especially for posting their photos on social media like WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, Viber, etc. Some have been using WIFI to connect with their families and friends.
Use of the internet in EBC Trek is ok if it is used for limited time. Trekkers need to take proper rest after a long walk so it is not a good idea to use the internet for a long time. In most of the lodges, the connection is very slow which makes you regret purchasing the WIFI package.
*If you are planning to carry Laptop in EBC Trek, think before the trek: It may become heavy load during the trek; or the power connection of Laptop may be expensive; even you have to pay for mobile charging too.
Conclusion:
Everest Region is the most popular trekking destination in Nepal. Trekkers in the modern generation need day-to-day bonding with family, friends, and relatives. With the motive of connecting the trekkers to the world and with their family, most of the tea houses and lodges are offering WIFI facility to the trekkers. The mobile network like NTC and Ncell has launched 2G – 3G Network packages. The Prepaid wireless broadband Everest Link Card also provides better internet services in the Himalayan Region. Our Short Gokyo Lake – Cho La – Everest Base Camp Trek will be the package of your dream if you prefer to enjoy the internet in higher elevation. Please, contact us for any queries!
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