Shortest Everest Base Camp Trekking

10 Days

Shortest Everest Base Camp Trekking is 10 days special trekking package without any acclimatize days on the route. The classic trekking to Everest Base Camp need minimum 12 days to complete the trekking route only from Kathmandu to Kathmandu. But this trekking completes within 10 days without any helicopter flight. Shortest trekking to Everest Base Camp gives an alternative plan for those who want to do the trek within 10 days. This shortest trekking to Everest Base Camp is recommend for previous hiking experienced trekkers.

Highlights of Shortest Everest Base Camp Trek

  • Short duration trekking to Everest Base Camp
  • Sherpa culture, lifestyles and monasteries
  • Beauty of the world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest (8,848m)
  • Other peaks Mt. Lhotse (8,516m), Mt. Makalu (8,463m) and Cho Yu (8,201m)
  • Wide range of Flora and Fauna
  • Stunning Khumbu Glacier
  • Wildlife like snow leopards, musk deer and Himalayan Monal
  • Panoramic view from Kala Pathar (5,555m)
  • World’s highest airport in Syangboche
  • The ancient Tengboche Monastery

Best Selling Trekking Packages in Everest Region

Shortest Everest Base Camp Trek offers thin air experience to the trekkers with limited vacation and keen interest to conquer Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,600ft). The trekking route to Everest reaches above 3000 meters and has no adjustment days to experience the highest Everest without compromising the thrill of the adventure.

Everest Base Camp trek is generally done in 12 days of time frame with flight from Kathmandu to Kathmandu but this short EBC Trekking also known as rapid Everest Base Camp trekking cuts off the rest days on the route and completes the entire trekking in 10 days. We have premeditated this short Everest base camp trekking package to fit your short holiday and make it memorable experience. In this package we have no rest day and no time to adjust in the middle, so this trek is not for the beginner in the high altitude i.e. 4000m. As Everest has quite difficult landscape and weather is dramatic in the region you will be having great risk doing this trekking.

One of the most popular treks in the world, Everest Base Camp trek is definitely the experience of a lifetime. If you don’t have time for Classic Everest Base Camp trek or you don’t want to spend 15 days on the trail, then this trek is simply for you as this trek is a short version of the trail which can be completed in 10 days. Short Everest Base Camp trek is a perfect alternative to the full Everest Base Camp trek. This Everest Base Camp trek route is for those who lack the time for longer trek or who don’t prefer camping in the Himalaya. You will have incredible views of the beautiful scenery, wide variety of flora and fauna and world’s highest peak Mt. Everest in the trekking trail and also get to enjoy all the tits and bits of the Everest Base Camp within 10 days. This trek route allows you to see most of the same things that you can see on a regular Everest Base Camp trekking but in just 10 days.

On the trail, each day after a few hour steep walk uphill and downhill you’ll get the wonderful moments. But keep in mind that, this short 10 days route doesn’t includes Kathmandu arrival, departure, and acclimatization days on the route to EBC such as Namche Bazaar and Dingboche.

Hence, if you’re physically fit it might be no problem to do this trek swiftly. But if you prefer to do with one extra day acclimatization in trekking route and one free day in Kathmandu after or before the trek, then we recommend you to choose  Classic Everest Base Camp Trekking. For the physically fit trekkers, this shortest trekking to Everest Base Camp saves both time and money.

Outline Itinerary

DayProgramElevation
1Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding2652m
2Phakding to Namche Bazaar3446m
3Namche Bazaar to Tengboche3860m
4Trek to Dingboche4410m
5Trek to Lobuche6119m
6Trek to Gorak Shep and Everest Base Camp5380m
7Trek to Kala Pathar and back to Pheriche4371m
8Trek to Namche Bazaar3440m
9Trek back to Lukla2860m
10Fly to Lukla – Kathmandu1360m

<p>(Trekking: approximately 3 hours) In the early morning we take the spectacular flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2827m), flying parallel to giant Himalayan Mountains bordering Nepal and China (Tibet). The flight time is about 40 minutes and we land at an airstrip built by Sir Edmund Hillary and the Sherpas in the mid-1960s. After landing we have time to explore the village while our Sherpa crew sort and load our trekking equipment. In the afternoon we begin our trek by descending towards the Dudh Kosi River where we join the main trail to Namche Bazaar, located just above Chaunrikharka (2713m) at Thalsharoa (2680m). The walking is easy and after passing through the many small village like, chheplung, Thadokoshi goon, Nurning ,chhuthaea, Dukdingma(2492m), it is a short walk to Phakding.</p>

<p>Trekking: approximately 7 hours) From Phakding we cross the river and head up the valley, following porters from the south that is ferrying supplies to Namche Bazaar. The trail keeps close to the river valley and is lined with beautiful blue pine and rhododendron forest that is very spectacular in the spring months, when the flowers are in bloom. We cross the Dudh Kosi River at Benkar, where there are tantalizing glimpses of the snow-capped peaks of KusumKanguru (6369m) and Thamserku (6623m). From here it is only a short walk to Monjo (2835m), where we arrive in time for lunch. In the afternoon the walking is a little tougher and includes the steep ascent to Namche Bazaar. From Monjo it is a short walk to the entrance of the national park, before we cross the Dudh Kosi River to Jorsale(2805m). The trek continues upstream on generally flat terrain, crossing back to the right bank to the confluence of the Bhote Kosi and Dudh Kosi Rivers, where we start the steep climb to Namche Bazaar. After crossing a large and stable suspension bridge high above the river, we slowly ascend at a steady pace. There are some fantastic photographic opportunities from the top, as the peaks of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Taweche. Come into view for the first time.</p>

<p>The third day of trek begins with another early start (around 6 am) through narrow trails. On the trail, you’ll stop in several places to get the outstanding views of Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Everest, Mt. Tabuchi, Mt. Thamserku etc.</p><p></p><p>After few hours of walks, trails take you to the hilltop village of Tengboche via rhododendron forested area. Tengboche is famous for the largest monastery of Khumbu region i.e. Tengboche Monastery.</p>

<p>On the fourth day, the trek begins with first descend through the rhododendron forests and then gradual steep climbs. After climbing countless mani stones, first you’ll reach Pangboche.</p><p></p><p>Again, the trail ascended and past Shomare and Orsho to Dingboche and here you’ll spend your night.Dingboche is famous for a summer settlement for yak grazing. On the way to Dingboche, you’ll see a lot of yaks grazing over a slope of the cliff. The amazing view of mountains like Lhotse, Amadablam, and Taboche will be beyond your expectations.</p>

<p>On the fifth day, the trail leads via little upwards climb and you’ll walk into grassland area.After crossing the suspension bridge to Thukla, a steep hike will take you to the Lobuche pass. You’ll see different colorful prayer flags, Khagan Chorten, and a cemetery ground with hundreds of cairn memorials for those who died on the mountain.</p><p></p><p>Besides, Lobuche offers some breathtaking views of mountains. There is also a high altitude research center which can help with communication for the rescue operation.</p>

<p>On the sixth day, you’ll finally be in the base camp which will definitely make you proud and excited to be near to the top of the world.After all your dream to be on the top of the world will be fulfilled!</p><p></p><p>Today’s trail will be smoothly up and down. After having the hot breakfast, first, you’ll head towards to Gorak Shep over the wide trails and with the view of the Khumbu glacier and mountains.</p><p></p><p>After you reached Gorakshep, taking some rest you’ll head to Everest Base Camp, the main attraction of this trek.</p><p></p><p>The major highlight of the day is many mountain views including Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Khumbutse, and Mt. Lingtren.</p><p></p><p>After enjoying some beautiful moments at Everest Base Camp you’ll again be back to Gorak Shep for the overnight.</p>

<p>On the seventh day, early in the morning, you’ll hike up to Kala Patthar. From Kala Patthar 360-degree of panoramic mountain view along with Khumbu Glacier will look amazing.After reaching the Kala Patthar viewpoint, your breath is truly taken away!</p><p></p><p>Actually, you’ll see the Mt. Everest again close and personal. Once you’re done with relishing the mountains then you’ll trek back to Gorak Shep and then descend to Pheriche. Pheriche is another beautiful valley surrounded by rocky hills and mountains. You’ll spend a night at Pheriche.</p>

<p>On the eighth day, you’ll trek back to Namche Bazaar. Again by following the Dudh Koshi river, you will encounter the tree line and return through the same trail. You’ll stop at a different place for a tea break and lunch break.</p><p></p><p>You’ll again cross the suspension bridge and pass via rhododendron and pine forests. Here, you’ll get a perfect scenery of breathtaking mountain vistas. The trail continues via passing different Mani stone, Chorten, and Stupas. Then, you’ll reach Namche Bazaar and spend rest of the night.</p>

<p>On the ninth day of your trek, you’ll back down to the small airstrip at Lukla, where you’ll catch your flight back to Kathmandu. The trail continues along the Dudh Koshi river with the flashback of past 10 days trek.</p><p></p><p>After a long hike, likely 8 hours, you’ll reach Lukla. Once you reach Lukla, you can celebrate your achievement and cherish your amazing journey. Spend overnight at Lukla.</p>

<p>We rise early in the morning to be ready for the arrival of our aircraft for the flight back to Kathmandu. On arrival in Kathmandu we are met and transferred back to our starting hotel.</p>

Price Includes

  • All government taxes and Everest National Park entry fees as well as local charge
  • TIMS CARD (Trekking Information Management System). We need two photograph each for permit.
  • Required number of experienced English speaking guides ((trained by Ministry of tourism), and support staff (we pay for their daily wages, insurances, trekking equipment’s, thiefood and accommodation).
  • 10 days porter wages and his insurances/meals/accommodation/equipments
  • 10 days guide wages and his insurances/meals/accommodation/equpipments
  • Local taxes in Everest
  • 9 nights best Lodge accommodation during the trek on tea house services.
  • Rescue arrangement in emergency situation & worst weather condition
  • Necessary ground transportation depending upon your request (via tourist bus or private vehicle).
  • Flight tickets: Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathamndu for guide.
  • Domestic Airfare (Kathmandu to Lukla, Lukla to Kathmandu and domestic airport tax) for
  • Trekking poles, sleeping bag, down jacket/duffle bag (we provide these if necessary).
  • All necessary Domestic airport taxes.
  • Trekking maps.
  • Rubbish disposal.
  • PNT service charge and government taxes.

Price Exclude

  • All meals in Kathmandu and during trekking
  • Extra nights hotel stay in Kathmandu.
  • Tips to guides and support staff.
  • Additional costs in case of emergency (You must have adequate travel insurance to cover any kind of emergencies, such as ground transportation & Heli recue/medical/hospitalization. Medical etc).
  • Your International flight ticket airfare
  • Energetic chocolate/energy drinks/alcohol/mineral water/cigarettes/packing food snacks etc
  • Additional medication for altitude sickness (Acetazolamide etc).
  • Personal expenses and any other unforeseen expenses, such as Laundry/WIFI on trek/phone call
  • Personal trekking equipment.
  • Nepal entry visa fees which can get up on your arrival in Kathmandu airport
  • Sightseeing tour and All the entrance fees of temple in Kathmandu
  • Services not mentioned herein
1. How difficult are the treks?

It depends on the individuals’ adaptation of walking in any situation and at any circumstances. It depends on the location and choice of trekkers. Both difficult as well as easy treks are available. Difficulty of the treks depends on the region of the trek and duration of it. Shorter treks tend to be easier while longer ones require some physical fitness.

2. How safe Women traveling alone with your company?

Completely, we assure the safety and security of the women travelling with us. We will provide the privacy that the women need. We will also give you a personal room on lodge and personal tent for camping while trekking.

3. What is tea house trekking?

Tea House Trek – is a trek during which at the end of each trekking day you stay for overnight in Tea Houses. “Trekking Guide Team Adventure” also organizes Camping Treks during which you stay for overnight in tents which our guides will set up for you and food during such treks will be cooked by our experienced cook.

4. Can I get Nepal visa on arrival?

Yes, you can get it in Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. As you arrive to airport fill the form and proceed to the visa line. You have to pay 25US$ for 15 days of visa from the day of issue, 40US$ for 30days and 100US$ for 90 days of tourist visa. For this you have to bring two passport size photos.

5. What is the best air route to my destination?

There are enough airline companies operating daily flights from Middle East of Kathmandu. Kathmandu only has got only international airport in Nepal so, where ever you are coming from you must come through tribhuvan international airport.

6. What type of insurance should I have before come to Nepal? Can I get it there?

For coming to Nepal you should have both medical and Rescue evacuation insurance. Yes you can get it here too, but we recommend purchasing it in your own country to avoid any last minute hassle and basal.

7. When should I travel to Nepal?

In Nepal it rains a lot between Junes to August. You too can enjoy great treks during this period of year in rain shadow region. But if you planning for more popular trek autumn and spring is the best time. As during this period climate will be moderate and will favorable for the trekking.

8. What kinds of banking facilities in Nepal?

Nepal has modern banking facilities having branches of some international bank. Almost all foreign currency along with credit card such as American Express, Visa and Master card are accepted. Nepal also has ATM facilities.

9. When should I book my trip?

We suggest you to book your trip in advance to avoid the disappointment and hassles. We too will make an effort to accommodate last minute bookings but some time due to the last minute planning we may unintentionally make few mistake which may offend you so it will be better to do advance booking.

10. Is someone going to meet me at the airport? Are transfers included?

Yes, our agency representative will pick you from airport. We will be displaying our placard of your name with our agency name.

11. How much spending money should I bring?

This depends on the destination you will be at and package, facilities you may choose . However our trip profile will give you information about how to budget form additional meals, optional excursions and extra expenses that might occur in any specific trip.

12. Does your company help to arrange domestic flight, international flight, hotel bookings and other services?

Since we are Nepal based company we refer to arrange your international flights from your home town. But domestic flight ticket will be included in our package. Other help like river rafting, city guided tour, mountain flight, jungle safari will be provided according to your necessities.

13. What is the physical conditioning level needed for trekking?

If you are in good physical condition then you do not require any hiking experience for short trekking. But if you are planning for the longer ones then you should do long day hikes at your home.

14. Is a Trekking permit needed?

Permit is not required for trekking in Everest, Annapurna, Langtang and some other regions. However, conservation permits or National park permits are required. There are few restricted trekking areas in Nepal where trekking permits are required.

15. Are the food / water safe to eat / drink?

All the meals are prepared with high standards of hygiene, fruit and vegetables are soaked in iodine before preparation. Most of lodges serve boiled and filter water which is safe. It is also possible to buy the bottle of mineral water in the trek.

16. What happens if there is an emergency?

All of our guides are trained with first aid and have basic idea about the physical problems that may arise during trekking. If an emergency occur then we will cover initial expenses of rescue operation as these expenses will need to be recovered from your insurance company. For minor cases there are health posts established by foreign doctors and many are staffed by overseas personnel.

17. What are your payment terms?

You need to pay 30% of total price as advance deposit to conform reservation before arriving to Nepal. Rest of the payment can be paid after arrival.

18. Can we bring some food from home?

19. You can bring power bars, cereal bars and similar high energy foods, powder Gatorade is also recommended to fight dehydration.

20. Is there any communication when we are on the mountain?

In the way in many villages along the popular trekking routes you can find telephones from where you can make international calls. And now a days we have the internet facilities most of the trekking destination.

21. What’s the difference between trekking, hiking and mountain climbing?

You can do all day walk, where you stay overnight (or several nights) at three activities in Nepal, but they are quite different things. Trekking is a multi-the place you’ve walked to.
Hiking generally refers to a one-day walk. It might be two hours or eight, but if it takes place within a single day, it’ll probably be referred to as a hike.
Mountain climbing is another thing entirely. It takes special equipment, training and comes with more risk. Neither trekking nor hiking require any special skill, other than the ability to walk.

Permit & Entry Fees:

It is compulsory to pay Everest National Park entry fee and TIMS card to trek in this area.

Medical Support:

An emergency first aid kit is carried by the support staff at all times.

Accommodation and meals:

During tea house treks our guests pay for their food (breakfast/lunch/dinner) at the lodge while we provide guides/accommodation/necessary permit and transportation. It can be USD $25 per person each day for food (Lunch/dinner/breakfast)

Water:

Mineral waters are available at all stops during tea house treks. You can also use tap water if you choose to use water purification tablets.

Travel Insurance:

Travel Insurance is mandatory for all clients who choose to trek or climb with us. The insurance should cover you in case of emergencies like accidents, altitude sickness and ambulance and helicopter rescue charges if required. Please carry a copy of your insurance papers while travelling in Nepal and do send us a copy as well. This will help us in making all the necessary arrangements in case of any sort of emergencies.

Best Season for Everest Panorama View Trek

  • Spring : March – May
  • Summer: June – August
  • Autumn: September – November
  • Winter: December – February

While there are no seasonal constraints on traveling to Nepal, different regions are best visited in different seasons. Once you inquire about any trekking itinerary we’ll email you regarding the best season for that particular trek.

Check-list of personal equipment:

  • Good standard trekking boots
  • Camping shoes/thongs
  • Socks-polypropylene
  • Down Jacket
  • Fleece
  • T-shirts
  • Trekking trousers
  • Shorts (both casual and for treks)
  • Swim wear
  • Sun Hat
  • Woollen Hat
  • Nylon Windbreaker
  • Gloves
  • Gaters
  • Strong Rucksack
  • Sleeping Bag
  • Water Bottle
  • Torch/headlamp (with spare batteries)
  • Toiletries/soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Sun block
  • Travel Towel
  • Wet-wipes
  • Medication (cough medicine, throat soothers, water purification tablets)
  • Sunglasses
  • Binoculars
  • Camera & lenses
  • Memory cards
  • GPS Tracking Units may be helpful
  • Altimeter
  • Compass
  • Book/music player/pack of cards
  • Padlock
  • A plastic bag for waste
  • Energy/snack bars
Everest Base Camp 10 Days Trekking Map
Everest Base Camp 10 Days Trekking Map
Everest Base Camp Trekking - 10 Days - Altitude Map
Everest Base Camp Trekking – 10 Days – Altitude Map

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