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Everest Base Camp Short Trek - Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive At Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
Upon arrival at the airport, a representative from Escape Himalaya will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. At the hotel, we will talk about your trip. You can relax for the remaining daytime.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02: Fly To Lukla And Trek To Phakding (2,652m/8,699ft), Walking Distance - 8 km, Duration - 3 hours
We shall take on a beautiful morning flight to Lukla this day. The flight presents you with some pretty sights of gradually changing landscapes. Then, we will begin our trek with an easy walk passing through the village of Chaurikharka and walking down towards Dudh Koshi Ghat. Trekking along the shore of Dudh Koshi River, we will reach Phakding for a stopover.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 03: Phakding To Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), Walking Distance - 12 km, Duration - 6 hours
We will head off from Phakding on this day and pass through splendid rhododendron forests, the wood blossoming rich with magnolia and aligned with fir trees. The area will be full of blooming rhododendron flowers during springtime. We will also pass through Jorsalle (2,805m) and pass by the junction of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi. We will climb for some time and get the first glimpse of Everest if the weather is clear and the clouds part way. Ascending further, we will reach Namche Bazaar, a flourishing Sherpa village and an administrative hub of the Khumbu region.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 04: Trek To Tengboche (3,860m/12,660ft), Walking Distance - 11 km, Duration - 5 hours
We will move ahead from Namche Bazaar and continue walking all along the rushing glacial waters of the Dudh Koshi. On the way to Sanasa, we will pass by the ethereal rhododendron forests. You may also see faunas like the multi-colored pheasants, musk deer, and the Himalayan Thar. From Sanasa, we will walk vertically up to the famous Tengboche Monastery. It is the largest monastery in the Khumbu region which presents magnificent peak views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Ama Dablam, and The Thamserku.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 05: Tengboche To Dingboche (4,410m/14,464ft), Walking Distance - 12 km, Duration - 5 hours
We will trek for around 5 hours to get to Dingboche on this day. Our trek begins with an adjacent route with the rhododendron forest from Tengboche to Debuche. We will also traverse the raging Imja River and pass by Pangboche village, the region's biggest village occupied by Sherpa people. Here we can walk to Pangboche Monastery, one of the ancient monasteries. We will have quite a challenging walk in the afternoon as the scenery turns dry and deserted before reaching Dingboche.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 06: Acclimatization Day at Dingboche - Hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5,083m/16,676ft) and back, Walking Distance - 6 km, Duration - 5 hours
We will have acclimatization day in Dingboche on this day. We will also have a short hike to Nangkartsang Peak, often known as Nagerjun Hill. The hill is set just above Dingboche, generally climbed to get accustomed to the high altitude. We will have a pretty demanding day as the path is steeper. It takes around 5 hours to reach the top and get back to Dingboche, where the stunning views of Lobuche East (6,119m), Kangtega (6,685m), Taboche (6,367m), Lobuche West (6,145m), Thamserku (6,608m), and Ama Dablam (6,812m) will mesmerize us. Then, we will return to Dingboche.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 07: Trek To Lobuche (4,910m/16,105ft), Walking Distance - 12 km, Duration - 5 hours
We will climb steeply up to Lobuche, leaving behind Dingboche, passing a chorten. We will also pass by Dugla, located at the tip of the Khumbu Glacier. With a vertical and small climb up, we will stroll to Chukpo Lari and see memorials put up in tribute to those who lost their lives in the Khumbu region. Also, you cannot ignore the stunning vista of the enormous mountains. We will finally reach Lobuche (4,910m) with a hassle-free walk.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 08: Trek to Gorak Shep (5,181m/16,994ft) - Hike to Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,594ft) and back, Walking Distance - 15 km, Duration - 8 hours
Departing from Lobuche, we will walk towards Gorakshep from Lobuche on this day. Today is an integral part of the trek as it incorporates making it to the Everest Base Camp. Upon reaching the foot of Mt. Everest, the views of Everest, Mahalangur, Khumbutse, Lingtren, Mt. Pumori, and Mt. Nuptse will enthrall us. We will also walk further up to the top, passing the gush of Changri Glacier to get the sight of Kala Patthar, which translates to "Black Rock" in Nepali. Walking further ahead, we will reach the Everest Base Camp, where we shall have a fantastic time drowning ourselves in the majesty of Sagarmatha! Then, we will return to Gorakshep.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 09: Hike To Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,188ft) & Trek to Pheriche (4,210m/13,809ft), Walking Distance - 13 km, Duration - 7 hours
We will walk from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar early in the morning to witness the magnificent sunrise view over Mt. Everest. Additionally, the spectacular views of Changtse, Nuptse, Lhotse, and the others will be utterly alluring. At Kala Patthar, you will spend some rewarding time remaining in your memories forever. Then, we will walk down to Gorakshep, have breakfast, and trek further to Pheriche.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 10: Trek To Namche (3,440m/11,283ft), Walking Distance - 15 km, Duration - 7 hours
On this day, we will walk back to Namche Bazaar, which takes around 7 hours. We will pass several ups and downs of the terrain on the way and also pass by hillsides brimming with juniper and rhododendron trees. Traversing over Dudh Koshi River by a bridge, we will descend to an area where we may see wildlife like pheasants, mountains, goats, and many others. The path finally reaches Sanasa, where incredible views of the Ama Dablam, Nuptse, and Thamserku mountains will appear. We will reach Namche Bazaar through rugged, twisty paths and jungle.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 11: Trek To Lukla (2,800m/9,184ft), Walking Distance - 19 km, Duration - 7 hours
We will walk downhill from Namche to travel along the Dudh Koshi River again. Then, we will stroll to Monjo, where we must accomplish the formalities at the Sagarmatha National Park check post. Subsequently, we will walk towards Phakding and continue walking to Lukla. You can relax and remember the fabulous memories of trekking.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 12: Flight From Lukla To Kathmandu
We will return from Lukla to Kathmandu on a short and scenic flight. You will transfer to the hotel upon landing at Tribhuwan International Airport.
Overnight at the hotel. Breakfast is included.
Day 13: Farewell
One of our company representatives will transfer you from the hotel to Tribhuwan International Airport three hours before your scheduled flight. And you will then depart with many unforgettable memories of the experience and beautiful things to share.
Breakfast is included.
What's Included
- All airport pick-up and drop by private vehicle
- Two night's accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
- Full board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) with tea/coffee during the trek
- Seasonal fruits - after dinner snacks during the trek
- Best available twin sharing lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek (We provide attached bathrooms with hot showers at Lukla, Phakding, and Namche.)
- One highly experienced, helpful, and certified trekking guide and porters to carry luggage (1 porter for two people), including their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance
- Round trip flight Kathmandu – Lukla and Lukla – Kathmandu, including departure taxes
- Escape Himalaya Duffle Bag, Down Jacket, and Sleeping Bag during the trek
- Escape Himalaya T-shirt, Trekking Map, and Trip Achievement Certificate
- A comprehensive first-aid medical kit and water purification tablets
- Sagarmatha National Park Permit and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit Fees
- All government taxes & office service charges
What's not Included
- Accommodation and meals while in Kathmandu
- Travel Insurance
- International Airfare
- Nepal Entry Visa (You can obtain a visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. A multiple-entry tourist visa suitable for 30 days can be obtained by paying USD 50 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying USD 125. Please bring two copies of passport-size photos.)
- Cold Drinks, including Coke, Water, Fanta, etc.
- Snacks and other personal expenses
- Hot showers during the trek except in Phakding, Namche, and Lukla
- Personal Trekking Equipment
- Wi-Fi / Internet during the trek
- Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers
