Trekkers those who have trekked multitudinous spots of the earth even carry a thirst for trekking toward a short Everest base camp trek 12 days on the foot of Mount Everest. This trekking offers a chance to explore the Khumbu region’s natural and cultural beauties including many attractive trekking destinations like Phakding, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Namche Bazaar. This trek carries other attractions like Kalapathar, Sagarmatha National Park, former monuments, flattered praying flags, Sherpa settlement, and the foremost opportunity to read about the lifestyle and cultures of Legendary Sherpa. Viewing the real giant face of Mount Everest from near and other skyrocketing peaks (Mount Makalu, Mount Lhotse, and Mount Cho Oyu) are highlighted presentations of Everest base camp trekking.
Here we have come up with 12 days package including the best meal and accommodation along with the flight ticket to and from Lukla. Both Western and Nepali dishes are served during the trek. The unique experience at famous tea houses is another best part of the trek. The trek starts with a flight to Lukla and ends with a flight back to Kathmandu.
Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Ramechhap and fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,652 m)
Day 2: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Day 3: Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) – (First day for acclimatization)
Day 4: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,867 m)
Day 5: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,358 m)
Day 6: Dingboche (4,358 m) – (second day for acclimatization)
Day 7: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,928 m)
Day 8: Lobuche, Everest base camp (5,320 m) and Gokarshep (5,160 m)
Day 9: Gokarshep, Kala Patthar (5,550 m) to Pheriche (4,358 m)
Day 10: Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,400 m)
Day 11: Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,652 m)
Day 12: Fly back from Lukla to Ramachhap and drive to Kathmandu (1,300 m)
Cost Includes:
Airport Pick up/Drop off in a private vehicle
Farewell Dinner at a typical Nepalese Restaurant with a cultural dance show
Accommodation at well and comfortable Mountain Lodge is available en-route during the trek (A few nights during the trek with attached bathroom/toilets)
All meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
English speaking, First Aid and Eco-trained local trekking guide, Assistance guide as per the group size, porters (2:1)
All the expenses for guide and porters along with Insurance
Domestic Airfare for the sector: Ramechhap/Lukla/Ramechhap
Sagarmatha National Park Fees and Khumbu Permit
Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket during Trek (upon request with extra charges and to be returned after the trek)
All government and local taxes as applicable
Cost Excludes:
Nepal Visa
International Airfare
Lunch & evening meals while in Kathmandu (Except farewell dinner)
Travel Insurance
Cost of personal nature expenses, Beverages (Mineral water or Coca-Cola), cost of extra meals, snacks, phone bills, Internet, WiFi, laundry, etc.
The cost incurred during emergencies, evacuations, and rescues.
Tips for Guide, porters, driver
* This tour can be fully customized as per your requirement.
Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Ramechhap and fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,652 m) 4 hour's walk
On the first-day early morning after breakfast, we will drive around 4 hours to Ramachaap Airport to catch our flight towards Lukla. It holds nearly 30 to 35 minutes over the white Himalayas to reach Lukla Airport (gateway of trekking). On Lukla, you will be introduced to other trekking members and after a few minutes of packing and arrangements, we develop our short trek towards Phakding. However, the first-day short trek assists in proper acclimatization for you and steeping on Phakding, the first night of trekking will be at one of the guest houses in Phakding.
Day 2: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) 5 to 6 hours walk
This second day of trekking towards Everest base camp takes us through pleasing pine forests along the bank of Dudh Koshi River passing the first suspension bridge and many small villages to Monju (gateway of Sagarmatha National Park). Eventually, after a short time, we reach the check post and after short formalities, we entrance forward to Sagarmatha National Park. Our trial further offers lovely forests, old monuments, and many short and long suspension bridges across the Dudh Koshi River, and after walking for some certain time, we reach Namche Bazaar (gateway of Everest base camp trekking).
Day 3: Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) First day for acclimatization
This is the first day of acclimatization considered a rest day but we need to stay active and moving instead of being idle. On this day, we move a hike to Thame or explore Namche Bazaar which offers the first sight of Mount Everest with encircled snowcapped mountains and the largest Sherpa settlement. Namche Bazaar is the center of the Khumbu region which holds many internet cafes, restaurants, and other amenities for relaxation and many monuments, museums, and parks for visiting on endure time.
Day 4: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,867 m) 5-hour walk
On the fourth day after having a delightful breakfast, we develop our trek through a zigzag trail crossing the valley above Dudh Koshi River which provides an opportunity to sight wild musk deer, multi-colored pheasants, the herd of Himalayan Thar, and many other flora and fauna. Walking some more hours passing through many views of the giant Himalayas, beautiful settlements, terraced fields, and pleasing rhododendron and pine forests, we are probably offered the most beautiful spot in the Everest region, Tengboche. There we explore Tengboche monastery (Khumbu region's largest monastery) which is improbable and have a night there at the lodge.
Day 5: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,358 m) 5 to 6 hours walk
As usual, we start our trek after having breakfast from Tengboche. Crossing Imja Khola and the lush rhododendron forest we climb up to the valley’s highest year-round settlement of Pangboche and pass several fascinating mini walls and small villages, we have short sight of Pangboche monastery. You can also get a close view of Mount Ama Dablam from there and in the afternoon collecting different and new experiences, we continue our walk to Pheriche from where our route takes Imja valley and after the last climb offer Dingboche.
Day 6: Dingboche (4,358 m) second day for acclimatization
Today the sixth day is also separated for acclimatization but we won’t stay idle. On this day we head towards the north, behind the village to collect a breathtaking view of many visible short and tall mountains (Mt. Ama Dablam and Mt. Lhotse especially). You are also offered to notice the Imja Khola valley, fields, and pastures of Dingboche or you can explore the valley for the whole day. We won’t step forward on the sixth day so at night we will be staying at Dingboche.
Day 7: Dingboche to Lobuche (4,928 m) 5 hours walk
On the seventh day after having breakfast, we trigger our trek upward to Dungla through Khumbu Khola valley, and during our trek, we appreciate memorial stupas, Chola Lake, and the Majestic view of Mt. Pumori (7,138 m), wooden bridge, and roaring stream too. Finally stepping on Dungla, we head towards the mortal Khumbu Glacier of Mount Everest, and many great giant peaks like Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori, and Mahalangur Himal are spotted from Khumbu Glacier after splitting the stunning Khumbu Glacier we gently move upward and reach Lobuche for the night.
Day 8: Lobuche, Everest base camp (5,320 m) and Gokarshep (5,160 m) 7 to 8 hours walk
As usual, after having selected breakfast, we leave Lobuche and continue our walk towards Gokarshep to have lunch and again start to climb up focusing on Everest base camp. After a certain walk, we pass the pyramid sign and now you can spot the real giant north face of Mount Everest and many other tall mountains too. Near from small ascend you are offered a stunning 360° view of a tall snowy mountain around. Developing trek continuously through rocky and glacial trails viewing amazing views, you step to Everest base camp (aimed destination). After sightseeing and capturing, we return to Gokarshep to stay.
Day 9: Gokarshep, KalaPathar (5,550 m) to Pheriche (4,358 m) 7 to 8 hours walk
This ninth day is the day to step on the highest elevation point of the trekking towards Kalapathar. We develop our trek forward to the viewpoint of Kalapathar in the early morning and after some hours of walking before the sunshine, we catch the sight of Kalapathar (Black rock) and other tall mountains around and we notice that view of Kalapathar grows golden with the first light of the day spots there and gradually return as same as before. After having a genius look we walk to be back to Pheriche to stay overnight there.
Day 10: Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,400 m) 7 to 8 hours walk
On the tenth day after having a hot breakfast, we catch the same route that we had developed before towards Pangboche village and return crossing Imja Khola, pleasing forests, numerous bridges, and many settlements to reach Tengboche. Extending our walk continuously, passing praying stones and mini walls we step into Namche Bazaar in the late afternoon, and on this tenth night, we will spend our night enjoying Sherpa cultural dances and dishes at Namche Bazaar.
Day 11: Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,652 m) 7 to 8 hours walk
On the eleventh day, we shoot out trek early morning from Namche crossing through Dudh Koshi River, suspension bridges, and settlements, we reach Monjo. In the past, after considering some formalities at the check post of the National Park we head towards Phakding. This is the last day of our walk and almost, most of the tracks are open plains with rhododendron and pine forests, and ancient monuments on the way. On the evening after you step on Lukla your time will be spent on entertainment and memory sharing with crew members.
Day 12: Lukla to Kathmandu (1,300 m)
Last day of our trekking, we catch our scheduled flight from Lukla over snow-capped mountains to Ramachaap and drive back to Kathmandu. Normally flights are in the morning time but you can have plenty of time for your breakfast. The guide takes care of your Airport management along with your bags and luggage will be carried by local porters to the airport. After you will return to Kathmandu private vehicle will be awaiting you to pick you up and shift you to your hotel. Tonight we host a farewell dinner in one of the finest restaurants in Kathmandu.
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Visa Information
All visitors are required to arrange a visa to enter Nepal. A Nepalese visa can be easily obtained upon arrival on arrival in Kathmandu at the airport or the Nepalese embassy abroad. But nationals from Afghanistan, Iraq, Cameroon, Ghana, Somalia, Swaziland, Palestine, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Liberia cannot secure the Nepalese Visa upon arrival. The Visa can also be secured at the entry points at Nepalese borders. A valid passport for at least six months, a recent digital photo (size: 1.5" x 1.5") will be required and you can obtain visas for Nepal from the Nepalese Consulate in your country or upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport. Nepalese visas cost USD 30 for 15 days and USD 50 for 30 days to date.
Official Papers
Some of the required official documents are your valid passport, 4 extra passport-sized photographs (for trekking permits), travel insurance, airline tickets, and luggage tags. Visas can be obtained upon entry into Nepal.
Weather Information
The weather in the mountains is pretty difficult to predict. Nights are generally cooler and days are warm. The months of winter (January and February) are a bit colder but the days can be quite beautiful and warm if the sun is out. It snows during January, February, and December in the Himalayan areas.
Best time to travel
Nepal offers diversified geographical regions and so the climatic condition differs from the Himalayas to the plains. The climate varies as per the season. Nepal generally offers 4 seasons amongst which autumn and spring are the two most favorable ones for visiting Nepal. It is always wise to know about the weather and climatic condition of the place you visit. The best time to travel depends on your destination, activities, and season of travel. Our destination specialists will recommend certain travel times after learning more about your preferences. The favorable months for trekking and climbing are usually September – November, and February – April. The monsoon season is June – August.
Physical Fitness
Even though physical fitness plays an important role in trekking you don’t have to be a super athlete or a marathon runner to trek in Nepal. Many people of good fitness for their age can complete the trek. You can prepare yourself beforehand by doing some yoga which will prepare you for your breathing as you will be going to a higher altitude. Running or hiking on hills, or going for a long walk will also help you. And if you live in an urban area running down the stairs of a tall building will also work better in keeping you fit for trekking. Though these preparations aren’t strictly compulsory, you can do well even when the preparations you do aren’t rigorous like that of some ultra-athletic person. Do these things at a moderate pace for two months or even less? And you are set to complete any trekking to Nepal.
Travel Insurance
Doing insurance while trekking in Nepal is not compulsory but will surely help you a lot if you do one, as it covers any comprehensive expenses possible to acquire due to medical issues or accidents. Your travel insurance must protect air ambulance, treatment charges, rescue and evacuation, product cancellation and refundable charges, flight delays, and cancellations. We suggest you bring your travel insurance certificate or send us to scan copy and it must be issued from your homeland. We do not arrange or sell insurance so you can find your local travel insurance for this.
Vaccination for Nepal
All travelers should consult with their physician or update on vaccination requirements before travel. (Your doctor or health-care provider will determine what you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities) For traveling to Nepal; we recommend you take vaccination of Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies, etc, it is not really must but recommended.
Booking Process
While you chose which trip you wanted to go with, contact us at our head office, Thamel Marg, Kathmandu Nepal by email or phone, email is a more easy and clear option, as soon as we get your email or call, we will process your booking. We need a 20% booking amount to confirm your booking, the payment can be made through Bank transfer, Credit card payment (Master/Visa card), or online money transfers also Money Gram, Western Unions, or others. After we get the 20% amount, we will confirm your booking and you will get the official booking and payment receipt. The final balance for the tour will be paid upon arrival in Kathmandu.
Safety Guidelines
Do proper research about the company that you are planning to trek with and make sure they are a legally registered travel agency.
You should be well acquainted with travel health and travel insurance before traveling.
Have an idea about the climate, geography, temperature, and environment of Nepal before starting your trip.
The majority of the Nepalese people are nicer but there are a few scammers you will come meet on your way and need to avoid, for example, ‘holy men who will try to plant a tika (a red paste denoting a blessing) on your forehead demanding payment for it on streets.
Be careful while buying the medicinal herbs as some may be illegal for you to take home and also be aware of duplicate products.
Never get involved in doing drugs, trafficking, and sexual relations with minors as there are strict rules for these cases, and might get you into a big problem.
Take copies of your passport, visa, air ticket, and trekking permits and keep them separately from the originals.
Prepare yourself for altitude sickness and be familiar with its symptoms so that you can follow the guidelines for safe acclimatization.
