The Short Everest Base Camp Trek is a condensed version of the iconic Everest Base Camp Trek, offering a glimpse of the breathtaking Everest region within a shorter timeframe. This trek typically spans around 9 to 11 days and takes trekkers through beautiful landscapes, Sherpa villages, and majestic mountain views. Starting with a scenic flight to Lukla, the trek follows the legendary trail, passing through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Dingboche before reaching the Everest Base Camp. Along the way, trekkers can enjoy stunning views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and other Himalayan peaks, while immersing in the Sherpa culture and staying in cozy teahouses. Though shorter in duration, the Short Everest Base Camp Trek offers an incredible adventure and a taste of the Everest region's natural beauty and mountaineering history.
Our Everest base camp trek 10 days short itinerary is special designed for those travelers having very limited time but have passion and willingness to climb up to the base camp of the highest summit. The trek to Everest base Camp is full of thrill and adventure. It is one of the most popular trekking destinations among the world.
Although we will have to compromise the quantity of our days of stay because of the limit of the time but there will be no compromise on the quality. We will get the same thrilling experience that we would have got during our longer stays. However the journey would be much tougher and adventurous.
Our trip will begin with 35min flight to Lukla which is the main entrance of our journey. There we will be introducing with our rest of the team members and our main trail begins from there. We will be exploring the beautiful Sherpa village and the warm hospitality of Sherpa people. Moreover, we will also get to know about their culture and traditions. Our further trail will take us to Namche Bazaar which is the major economic hub for the people of Everest region. We will also visit Tendboche, Pangboche, Dingboche and Lobuche villages where we can get the picturesque of agriculture and animal husbandry of beautiful Khumbu region. Then we will be heading towards Gorakshep which is just 2 hours below the Everest Base Camp. From there we can also explore amazing Khumbu Ice fall. From there we will be heading towards one of the bests view points on earth Kalapatthar which is 5555m above sea level. That pleasure you will get witnessing the mesmerizing views from there is just heavenly. This 10 days trek will be one of the most daring and remarkable journey.
Trip Highlights
Here are some of the major highlights of the trip.
Breathtaking flight to and From Lukla
Warm hospitality of Sherpa
Visit Tengboche Monastery
Remarkable views of the Khumbu Icefall.
Hike up to Kala Patthar (5555m) one of the best view point on earth.
Trek to Everest base camp and khumbu glacier.
Get close to the world's highest mountains. Mt.Everest (8848m)
Get familiar with the Sherpa culture and traditions.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01-02: Arrival in Kathmandu –fly to Lukla- Trek to Phakding
Day 03: Phakding- Namche Bazaar (5-6 hrs treks)
Day 04: Namche Bazaar- Tengboche. (5- 6 hours trek)
Day 05: Tengboche to Dingboche 5-6 hrs.
Day 06: Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 07: Lobuche to Gorakshep- EBC- Gorakshep (7-8hrs)
Day 08: Gorakshep to Kala Patthar to Pherice, 7-8 hrs.
Day 09: Pheriche to Namche Bazaar 6-7 hrs
Day 10: Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 11: Lukla to Kathmandu
Important information
During the trip some of the natural and artificial problems like weather, local politics, and flight delays etc. which are beyond our control can make the change in our itinerary. If it happens we will decide for the best alternative taking into considerations to the interest of the whole group. We will do everything to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the result of change or delays. We can also organize helicopter rescue as per request of the clients in delays of flight. The helicopter charges around USD 3500 and it can lift up to 4-5 persons per flight. Please note that you will not be entitled to any refund for the services (such as hotel, transport, flight etc.) included in the package that you would use later.
After your arrival at Kathmandu our representatives will take you to the hotel. We will have short orientation with our team members do last minute shopping and missing item shopping overnight in Kathmandu.
after have a breakfast we drive to domestic airport and we will then fly to Lukla. After 35 min of our take off we will land to Lukla airport and introduce with rest of our team members. It is the main entrance of our trek to EBC. We will walk on a trail that gradually descends too Cheplung village from where we will get a glimpses of Mt.khumbila, a sacred mountain which has never been climbed. We will take lunch there take some rest and then we will gradually descend until Phakding. We will have our dinner in Phakding. Our overnight stay will be on Phakding.
On our 2nd day after having breakfast we will start our journey where our trial passes through a beautiful pine forest and we will continue our walk on a trial that goes north up the Benkar valley following the banks of Dudh Koshi River. We cross the Dudh Koshi River and pass Chumoa and Monjo village before reaching the entrance of Everest National Park. Then after crossing suspension bridge, we pass Jorsale village and walk alongside of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi River. We ascend on a step trial and reach the biggest town in the Everest region i.e. Namche Bazaar. It is also the major economic hub for people of Khumbu region. We will be staying overnight witnessing beautiful Namche Bazaar.
Included Meals: all meals during trek including tea and coffee
On our 3rd day after having breakfast in Namche Bazaar we will have our breakfasts and will move towards Phhunki. The trek until Phunki is not very difficult. After reaching Phunki we will ascend towards the biggest monastery which is Tengbboche Monastery which lies in Tengboche village. The UNESCO world heritage site Sagarmatha National Park is also located here; we can enjoy the beautiful panoramic views of the Himalayas which the monastery is blessed with. The Himalayas including Mt.Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Thamserku can be viewed from here. The Monastery opens at 3:00pm, so if we reach thereby 3 o’clock we can observe the Buddhist religious ceremony. We will be staying overnight in Tengoboche.
Included Meals: all meals during trek including tea and coffee
On our 4th day of trek we will pass through overgrown forest of birch, confer and rhododendron trees. We will be exploring the magnificent views of Mt.Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Here we will walk downhill to Debuche and cross the Imja River to Pangboche Monastery. We will be walking around the Imja valley and Lobuche River before ascending to Dingboche. This beautiful village gives amazing pictures of Himalayan agriculture and animal husbandry. We can have amazing views of beautiful barely, potato, and buckwheat fields along with animals grazing along those fields.
Included Meals: all meals during trek including tea and coffee
On our 5th day of the trek after having lite and healthy breakfast we will bid a goodbye to our lodge owner and head towards Lobuche. After approximately two hours trek we will reach to Thugla. There we will take a rest for sometime by having some hot drink. We can see the high mountains getting closer to us as we proceed towards Lobuche. On our trek to Lobuche we will climb up to steep hill where we can see the Everest Memorial which is a memorial for the climbers who have lost their life while attempting to summit Mount Everest. As we continue our trial to the Khumbu Glacier moraine we will be facing several great peaks. After 5-6 hours trek from Dingboche we will reach to Lobuche. Our today’s overnight stay will be on Lobuche.
Included Meals: all meals during trek including tea and coffee
On our 6th day of the trek we will be heading towards Goarakshep. The hike up to Gorakshep is about 2 hours. As we further our trials it will get harder than before but the trial gets easier as we climb about 150m. There will be strenuous walk along the Khumbu Glacier and up to Everest Base Camp. As we reach to the base camp at 5365m, we will enjoy the amazing view of Khumbu icefall. Moreover the Everest Base Camp itself is incredibly beautiful. The mesmerizing views of Nuptse, Khumbuste and Pumori mountains from the base camp are so alluring. We will return back to Gorak Shep for the night. Our overnight stay will be on Gorakshep.
Included Meals: all meals during trek including tea and coffee
On the 7th day of our trek we will have an early breakfast in Gorakshep. After having breakfast we will be heading towards the best view point on the earth which is Kalapatthar. From there we can grasp the remarkable view of the Mt. Everest. The views from Kalapatthar are outstanding. It will give us that heavenly pleasure we might have never thought having off. We will have our lunch there and will return back to Pherice. Our overnight stay will be on Pherice.
Included Meals: all meals during trek including tea and coffee
Today on our 8th day of the trek we will wake up early in the morning and start our journey by following the trials of beautiful juniper and rhododendron trees and crossing the bridge of Dudh Koshi river we will move downwards loosing almost 2,000ft of elevations. Leaving the beautiful mountains behind us we can also spot mountain goats, pheasants and other wild animals and birds habitual to the area. We will ultimately reach Sansa from where we will witness mesmerizing views of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Nuptse mountains. We will arrive back to Namche and our overnight stay will be there.
Included Meals: all meals during trek including tea and coffee
Today we will have our last day on mountains. There will be mostly a downhill trek on a trial along the bank of the Dudh Koshi River. We will trek toward the Hillary Suspension bridges, and also pass by several monasteries and villages before reaching Lukla. After reaching Lukla we will take rest and spend some quality time remembering all those bittersweet reminiscence of the journey. Our overnight stay will be on Lukla.
Included Meals: all meals during trek including tea and coffee
Bidding a goodbye to Everest region we will take an early flight to Kathmandu from Lukla airport along with the glimpses of the mountains we have recently visited. After reaching Kathmandu we will go back to our hotel and take some rest or do some shopping as reminder. Our guides will help you for shopping. We will also provide you farewell dinner and then our representative will drop you to the airport for your departure from Nepal.
The shortest Everest Base Camp Trek typically spans around 12 days, covering a total distance of approximately 65 kilometers. This condensed version of the iconic trek starts with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and follows the classic trail through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Lobuche, finally reaching the Everest Base Camp. Despite its shorter duration, trekkers still get to experience the stunning Himalayan landscapes, Sherpa culture, and up-close views of iconic peaks like Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. While this trek requires a faster pace and longer daily walks, it offers a rewarding and memorable journey to the base camp of the world's highest mountain.
The cost of the shortest Everest Base Camp Trek can vary depending on several factors such as the trekking agency, the services included, the time of year, and the level of accommodation desired. On average, the cost ranges from $1,200 to $2,500 per person. This typically covers essential services like permits, domestic flights, experienced guides and porters, accommodation in teahouses along the trail, and meals during the trek. Additional expenses may include personal equipment, travel insurance, extra snacks, and beverages. It's important to choose a reputable trekking agency that provides reliable services and ensures the safety and comfort of trekkers throughout the journey.
Our accommodation will be in 3 star hotel in Kathmandu and will be staying in tea houses and lodges during the trek as per availability. All accommodations are on twin share basis. If you want single supplement it will cost an additional charge. Actual adventure team will manage rooms with attached washrooms, except in some of the tea houses having shared washrooms and toilet facilities. However single rooms are provided only as per the availability because it may not be available at the higher elevations.
All meals will be provided during our 10 days trek including welcome and farewell dinners in Kathmandu. The meals during our stay in Kathmandu will be provided in high class typical Nepali restaurants which serve you with delicious Nepali cuisines whereas we will have our breakfast and dinner in the tea houses/ lodges on trek. We will spend the night and lunch on our way to the next destination. We will serve you with local foods or the foods according to your preference and availability.
Our Everest base camp trek 10 days short itinerary is special designed for those travelers who having very limited time but have passion and willingness to climb up to the base camp of the highest summit. It is a moderate trek. This trek is specially designed for the travelers with past hiking experience and who can walk up to 6-7 hours a day. Although, there is no experience required. It is best if you start preparing for the trek a month before by doing exercise and maintaining proper diet. If you have any physical conditions then you should inform to actual adventure team before the trek.
The best time to trek to Everest Base Camp is Spring i.e. (from March to May) or during autumn i.e. (September to December) the temperature in these seasons guarantees promising and breathtaking views. However temperature reaches below 0 in December yet we can enjoy the mesmerizing views.
Please contact us for your customized departures and check available trip start dates and costs for EBC.
Packaging Essentials for Short Everest Base Camp Trek
When packing for the Short Everest Base Camp Trek, it's crucial to have the right essentials to ensure your comfort, safety, and enjoyment throughout the journey. Here is a list of packaging essentials:
Clothing:
Base layers: Moisture-wicking and quick-drying shirts and pants.
Insulating layers: Fleece jackets or down jackets to keep warm in colder temperatures.
Outer shell: Waterproof and windproof jacket and pants to protect against rain and wind.
Trekking pants and shorts.
Thermal socks and a few pairs of regular socks.
Sturdy trekking boots that are broken-in and provide ankle support.
Sun hat and beanie for varying weather conditions.
Gloves for warmth and protection.
Gear and Accessories:
Backpack with a rain cover to carry your belongings.
Sleeping bag suitable for cold temperatures.
Trekking poles for stability and support.
Headlamp with spare batteries.
Sunglasses with UV protection.
Water bottle or hydration bladder.
Personal toiletries and medications.
Quick-dry towel.
Basic first aid kit.
Other Essentials:
Trekking permits and necessary documents.
Cash in Nepalese currency for expenses along the trail.
Travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking.
Snacks and energy bars for quick energy boosts.
Waterproof bags or zip lock bags to protect your electronics and important documents from moisture.
Remember to pack light and only carry essential items. Layer your clothing to adapt to changing weather conditions and pack according to the season you'll be trekking in. It's helpful to check the weather forecast and consult with local trekking agencies for any specific gear recommendations before your trip
Brok Barrnet
6th Jun, 2022
It was the toughest trekking of lifetime but I thoroughly enjoyed the whole journey with my guide Deepak. Deepak is one of the best guide I’ve traveled with and a great human as well. The services were very satisfactory and the Sherpa’s were very friendly. I’m so much in love with Nepal.
Max Thompson
16th Jun, 2022
I have had a fantastic experience of trekking to EBC. It couldn’t have been much better than this. The weather was clear and views were very much surprising. The guide was always concerned about us and very professional. The services were always good, everywhere we stayed we received a very warm hospitality by the ever friendly and smiling Sherpa people. Loved everything about Nepal.
Don Milley
16th Jun, 2022
The 11 days trek was an experience of a life time. The views were truly breathtaking and I must say it is one of the must visit place before you die if you truly are a nature lover.
Tulley Vito
16th Jun, 2022
I wouldn’t have completed the trek without my guide cum friend Lakpa. Some of the trials were very difficult than I’ve thought but Lakpa was very supportive and helped me during the whole trek. I really appreciate his service and will travel with him again.
Lukas Sioras
16th Jun, 2022
I cannot really explain how my trek to Everest Base Camp was. It was all ‘Excellent’ and thanks to entire team of Everest Base Camp Trekking Tours.
Gaven Loher
16th Jun, 2022
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