Short Everest Base Camp Trek 10 Days

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10 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

The Mt. Everest Base Camp is a dream goal for the vast majority of the trekkers and explorers around the globe. There were a few endeavors to make summit to the Everest for leaving impressions on the famous base camp of Mt. Everest (5364 m) like the legendary Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay- Mt. Everest climbers.
Everest district is thickly populated by Sherpa ethnic communities. Amid the Everest base camp budget trek, it will surprise you with stunning mountain landscapes of the Himalayan range as you enjoy it from the lap of the world's most astounding pinnacles. A few other Himalayas over 8,000 m. that are viewed during the trekking are - Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m), Mt. Makalu (8,463 m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201 m), and the locale similarly brags other glorious mountains like Mt. Nuptse (7,855 m), Mt. Thamserku (7,723 m), Mt. Pumori (7,161 m), Mt. Amadablam (6,856 m), Mt. Kantega (6,685 m) and Mt. Lingterin (6,679 m).

What's Included

All our government taxes, tourist service charges, official expenses
Salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transportation and insurance for the guide and porters.
Flight fare (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu) with domestic airport tax.
All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the trek.
Arrangement of emergency helicopter service which will be paid by your travel insurance company.
One Trekking Guide (Experienced, English speaking, well trained) All his expenses, equipment.
All necessary trekking permits
All the Domestic Hotel/airport transfers by private vehicle.
Porters available at an extra cost (1 porter for 2 peoples).
Expenses of a personal nature
Travel insurance covering emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation
Standard meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
Personal trekking equipment
Tips for guide and porter. (Tipping is expected.)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Traveler pickup is offered from any location or hotel.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (8699ft) Walking Distance - 8 km

    1 stop
  • 1
    Flights to Lukla

    Fly to Lukla (commercial flight Tara, Summit or Sita Air), start your trek to Phakding. After short flight to famous Lukla airport we start our first day of the trek with about 3.5 hours to reach Phakding.

    25 minutes Admission ticket included
  • Day 2

    Phakding to Namche Bazaar (11283ft) Walking Distance - 10 to 12 km, Duration: 6 hours

    1 stop
  • 2
    Namche Bazaar

    Having breakfast at Phakding, we commence our trek to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.).The trail goes along the right bank of Dudh Koshi. Thamserku is standing majestically skyward on the opposite bank. We then reach Bengar. The trail now climbs from the riverbed on the left bank into the mountain, through a forest to Chumoa. We continue along the trail with many ups and downs; cross a stream, and pass by the tiny village Monjo. We then come to Sagarmatha National Park Service where a park entrance fee is to be deposited. We follow a short walk along the riverbed of this V-shaped valley where the river forks Dudh Koshit to the right Bhote Koshi to the left. Now we begin steep ascent to Namche Bazar. On the way, we would have excellent views of Everest (8848m) and Lhotse (8516m.).Surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges, Namche Bazar (3440m) is a central hub of the area for food, trekking gears and other necessary goods.

    6 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Namche to Tengboche (12660ft) Walking Distance - 10 to 11 km, Duration: 5 hours

    1 stop
  • 3

    Taking breakfast at Namche Bazaar, we would be heading towards Tyangboche (3867 m.). The trail goes ahead leaving a steep cliff that drops down to the Dudh Kosi. In this section too, we would have a panoramic view of the Himalayas such as Ama Dablam (6812m), Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse (7855m) and Tawoche (6501m). We would visit Trashinga, Phunki Tenga and reach Tyangboche. Tyangboche offers a good view of sun rise and sun set at Everest and Ama Dablam.

    5 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Tengboche to Dingboche (14464ft) Walking Distance - 11 to 12 km, Duration: 5 hours

    1 stop
  • 4

    We trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4260 m.). Leaving Tyangboche at the backdrop, we descend through a rhododendron forest and enter Deboche. Crossing a suspension bridge at Imja Khola, we head towards Minlinggo and inter Imjatse Valley beneath the mighty peaks of Ama Dablam, Nuptse and Lhotse. We finally come to Dingboche.

    5 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Dingboche to Lobuche (16105ft) Walking Distance - 11 to 12 km, Duration: 5 hours

    1 stop
  • 5

    It is our turn to head towards Lobuche from Dingboche which is situated at a distance of five and half hours normal walk. The onward trail is gentle up to Pheriche village. Along the trail, we would be privileged to have panoramic views of the Mt.Tawache, Ama Dablam, Pokalde (5741m), Kongma-tse (5820m) and the great wall of Nuptse. We would have lunch at Dugla (4595m) and trek to Lobuche. Overnight at tea house lodge.

    5 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 6

    Lobuche to Gorakshep (16990ft) - Everest Base Camp (5364m/17594ft) and back to Gorakshep, 14 to 15 km, Duration- 8 hours

    1 stop
  • 6

    Having breakfast at Lobuche, we trek to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep (5140m.). It is the most rewarding section of the trek. Our trail winds up through rocky path and Khumbu glacier. The view of Nuptse, Lho-La and Khumbutse appear at a stone throwing distance. Visit Everest Base Camp and come back to Gorakshep. Overnight at tea house lodge.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 7

    Gorakshep - Kala Patthar (11283ft) then trek back to Pheriche (4210m/13810ft) - 13 to 14 km, Duration - 7 hours

    1 stop
  • 7

    We trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5545m.) and trek to Pheriche (4243m.). Early morning, we get ready to climb Kala Patthar (5545m.) and enjoy the view of sunrise. We would see Mt. Everest, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbetse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku and many more from Kala Patthar. Himalayan Rescue Association Aid Post is available at Pheriche. Foreign volunteer doctors are there to provide medical treatment. Overnight at tea house lodge.

    7 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 8

    Pheriche to Namche (11283) Walking Distance - 14 to 15 km, Duration- 7 hours

    1 stop
  • 8
    Namche Bazaar

    It is our turn to trek from Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440 m ). It takes about four and half hours to reach Namche Bazaar from Tyangboche. En route we will visit traditional villages like Khumjung and Khunde. We will be visiting monastery that has Yeti Scalp. Finally, we come to Namche Bazaar in the late afternoon. Overnight at tea house lodge.

    7 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 9

    Namche to Lukla (9184ft) Walking Distance - 18 to 19 km, Duration - 7 hours

    1 stop
  • 9
    Lukla

    Having breakfast in the teahouse at Namche Bazaar, we trek to Lukla. It is the last day of our trek. Lunch will be served on the way. Upon arrival at Lukla, we would get refreshed and take rest. Overnight at tea house lodge.

    7 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 10

    Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu.

    1 stop
  • 10
    Kathmandu

    We board our early flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. Upon arrival at TIA, we would be received by our representatives and transfer to hotel. In the Evening Farewell dinner will be served in Bhojan Griha, a typical Nepali restaurant.

    25 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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