Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek – 10 Days

The forest vegetation became alpine shrubs and the landscape of the last village of Gorak Shep became more dramatic.

Grade

Adventurous

Group Size

1-15(Customize your Trip on Request)

Destination

Kathmandu, Nepal

Max Altitude

5,364m

Meals

Full Board During Trek

Accommodation

3-star & Tea House

Trip Style

Lodge Trek

Activity

Sightseeing and Trekking

$1,175

*All Price are in USD*

Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek – Trip Overview

The Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek takes you through one of the most famous and iconic treks in the world in the least time possible. This trek is for physically fit and experienced trekkers with limited time who can handle the challenging terrain. The highlight of the trip is the Everest Base Camp. It is the ultimate trekking experience, and to the trekkers who make it this far, it imparts immense pride. It provides a surreal view of Mount Everest and the Khumbu icefall.

The trek begins from Lukla as you ascend to Everest Base Camp passing through Phakding, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep. Then you descend back to Gorakshep to hike to Kalapatthar. After reaching the highest point of the trek, you trail back down to Gorakshep and then to Pheriche, Namche Bazar, and Lukla. From Lukla, you take a flight back to Kathmandu. The trek is short with a mere 12 days to the day of departure but that does not mean you get less from the trek. You will fully have the chance to immerse in the local culture, the culture of the Sherpa ethnic group. Your trip will feel like a spiritual journey as it passes through various monasteries with Mani walls, and prayer flags adorning the trek.

This trek features an exhilarating flight to Lukla. The flight is an adventure in itself as the airport has a short runway and is surrounded by mountainous terrain. On this trek, you will travel through and stay in Namche Bazar. Established as a trading town, it is now a busy tourist hub catering to mountaineers and trekkers on their way to the Everest Base Camp. The Sherpa Culture Museum located here contains all sorts of exhibits of importance to the Sherpa community. Namche Monastery offers an insight into the religion of the locals.

This also takes you to Tengboche, where the important Tengboche Monastery or the Dawa Choling Gompa is located. Built with stones, it features a large statue of Shakyamuni Buddha. Likewise, the Mani Rimdu Festival which is a 19-day festival commemorating the founding of Buddhism in the Khumbu region is celebrated here.

A trek to Kalapatthar (5,644 m) is just the icing on the cake of this wonderful trek. At Kalapatthar, you will witness the panoramic views of mountains such as Mt. Lhotse (8,414 m), Mt. Changtse (7.543 m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8188 m), Mt. Nuptse (7861 m), and Mt. Pumori (7,165 m). It is a real treat to be able to view the sunset from Kalapatthar, a true feast for the eyes and your soul. Upon reaching the Everest Base Camp (5,364m), you will be filled with a sense of great achievement. It will fill your heart with warmth and you will relieve this glory for the rest of your life.

Spring (March-May) and autumn (September to November) are the best seasons for the EBC trek. As for the permits required, you will need two types of permits. The Khumbu local government permit costs USD 17 per person for the first four weeks and the Sagarmatha National Park permit costs around USD 30. The trek is a difficult grade and the trekkers need to be quite physically fit to undertake this especially since the trip is short.

Be a part of the wonderful trek with us and make wonderful memories. Himalayan Adventure Treks is in the travel industry for a long time. We have the best Sherpa guides, trekkers, and gears required for this trek along with various other services.

 

Trip Highlights

  • Unparalleled and up-close view of the Himalayas and especially the highest one, Mount Everest
  • Trek through lush forests to arid tundra in a mere 10 days
  • Experience the lifestyle of the Sherpas who are famous worldwide for their skills as mountaineers
  • Test your limits guided by experienced trekkers
  • Get thrilled by the majestic Kala Patthar for the panoramic views of the Himalayas
  • Explore the Tibetan Buddhist monasteries like Tengboche Monastery and the unique Sherpa culture
  • Immerse yourself in the lifestyle and culture of the Sherpas, famous worldwide as the ‘Tigers of Snow’

Outline Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m)

Day 02: Kathmandu-Lukla flight and trek to Phakding (2610m) 3/4 hours

Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazar (3440m)-5/6 hours

Day 04: Trek to Tengboche (3867m)- 4/5 hours

Day 05: Trek to Dingboche (4410m)-5/6 hours

Day 06: Trek to Lobuche (4940m) – 5/6 hours

Day 07: Trek to The Everest Base Camp (5364m) via Gorakshep (5164m) and return to Gorakshep overnight. – 5/6 hours

Day 08: Hike to Kalapatthar (5644m) and trek to Pheriche (4371m) – 6/7 hours

Day 09: Trek to Namche Bazar (3440m) – 6/7 hours

Day 10: Trek to Lukla (2860m) 6/7 hours

Day 11: Fly back to Kathmandu (1400m)

Day 12: Departure from Kathmandu (1400m)

Accommodation :

We will stay in a three-star hotel, located in Kathmandu and the tea house during hiking. All accommodations are shared by two people. Single room will be available based on the additional charge if you like to have the single as well. The Himalayan Adventure Nepal will organize rooms with private bathrooms with all facilities . However, tea houses in some places have only shared toilets. It’s easy to find individual rooms in Kathmandu and low trekking trails, but can be difficult to find at higher altitudes.

Meals:

On our trek, we can enjoy authentic Nepalese cuisine and the most common international cuisine (Tibet, continent, Italy, India, etc.). Breakfast and dinner will be served at the tea house or the house menu, where we will spend the night and lunch will be served on the way to the next destination. All meals will be served during the trek and at Kathmandu, only breakfast will be served. The hotel will also offer welcome and farewell dinner for the guest.

Can I be a good trekker?

As you know Rapid Everest Base Camp is short ,suit and cozy trek  for passionate walkers who have the ability to walk at least 5-6 hours a day with a light rucksack.at least the trekker need to be prepared physically and mentally as you might even need to walk 8 to 9 hours each day. Walking in higher altitude is more physically demanding than walking in the lower altitudes; however, if we have good health with average physical fitness, positive attitude, self-confidence and strong determination, we can accomplish the trek successfully and create the lifetime experiences . It will be better to have exercised and jogging regularly before embark on the trek to enhance our strength and stability. Past hiking experience is preferred but no technical skill is required. It is important that we consult with our doctor before booking this trek. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood disease should inform Himalayan Adventure Nepal before booking the trek.

Additional Information

HAN has provided all the information on its website. If you have any confusion please call us or email us anytime .we wish your happiness. Your happiness is our success.We are here in Nepal for the adventure and lifetime experiences .

  • Category
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  • Location
  • Grade
  • Days
    10
  • Nights
    9
  • Group Size
    1-15(Customize your Trip on Request)
  • Destination
    Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Max Altitude
    5,364m
  • Meals
    Full Board During Trek
  • Accommodation
    3-star & Tea House
  • Trip Style
    Lodge Trek
  • Activity
    Sightseeing and Trekking

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    • Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash.
    • Hair brush or comb, hair ties, barrettes/bobby pins.
    • Deodorant.
    • Shampoo and conditioner
    • Sunscreen and face lotion with SPF.
    • Night time Moisturizer/Lotion.
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    Day 1
    Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m)
    You can schedule your flight to Kathmandu at any time. Our employee will take you to your hotel when you land. Once you check into your hotel room, you are free to relax or take a stroll through the city as there are no planned activities.
    Day 2
    Kathmandu-Lukla flight and trek to Phakding (2610m) 3/4 hours
    The trek begins with a 30-minute flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. During the flight, you can get an impressive view of the Himalayas. After you land, you descend to Phakding for 3-4 hours where you spend the night.
    Day 3
    Trek to Namche Bazar (3440m)-5/6 hours
    Today you walk along the Dudh Koshi river crossing many suspension bridges. During this trek, you enter Sagarmatha National Park where your permits will be verified. After 5-6 hours of trekking, you reach Namche Bazaar where you spend the night.
    Day 4
    Trek to Tengboche (3867m)- 4/5 hours
    Today's trail moves through a relatively flat and easy-going trail. The place of interest here is Tengboche Monastery.  During October and November, you can observe the locals celebrating the Mani Rimdu Festival. During expedition season, you can see many mountaineers here who have come to pray for a successful summit.   At Tengboche, you will also have a great view of Ama Dablam (6,812 m).
    Day5
    Trek to Dingboche (4410m)-5/6 hours
    Cross the Imja River, hike uphill to Pangboche Village, and then go off to Dingboche on a walking trail. Dingboche is located at the foot of Nangkartshang Peak and alongside the Imja River. Dingboche is known as the "Summer Valley" because it receives more sunlight and provides a spectacular view of Island Peak (6189 m), Lhotse (8516 m), and Ama Dablam (6812 m). This valley is renowned for its long wall, which was constructed to protect the crops from the cold.
    Day 6
    Trek to Lobuche (4940m) - 5/6 hours
    On this day you will be trekking to Lobuche. The trail takes along Imja River arriving at a small settlement that is towered by Lobuche Peak. Today you can even see the terrain change which at first has green pastures, then rocky soils, and snowy grounds.
    Day 7
    Trek to The Everest Base Camp (5364m) via Gorakshep (5164m) and return to Gorakshep overnight. – 5/6 hours
    Today's trek first takes you to Gorakshep through rocky trails. Here you rest a while and head to Everest Base Camp following a snow trail. This day is the most anticipated day of the trek as you get to trek to the base of the highest peak of the world. The view from the Base Camp is incredible where you can see panoramic views of Pumori (7165 m) and Nuptse (7861 m), the notorious Khumbu icefall, and the snow-fed glaciers. After you spend some time here you descend to Gorakshep to spend the night.
    Day8
    Hike to Kalapatthar (5644m) and trek to Pheriche (4371m) - 6/7 hours
    The word Kalapatthar translates to black rock and is a notable ridge lying in the south ridge of Pumori (7,161 m) lying above Gorakshep. Kalapatthar is not a proper mountain and has only a 10 m prominence however it serves as a great vantage point. At dawn, as you head towards Kalapatthar, you see the panoramic view of Everest (8,848.86 m/ 29,032 ft), Nuptse (7,861 m/ 25,791 ft), Lhotse (8,516 m/ 27,940 ft), and Changtse (7,543 m/ 24,747 ft) bathed in the morning sun. As the sun rises from amidst Mount Everest, the color of Everest changes from silver to gold. After enjoying this, you return to Gorakshep and then walk further to Pheriche. Trekking to Kalapatthar comes at no extra cost and even though this is the highest point of the trek, you need not worry about altitude sickness as you do not stay here for long.
    Day 9
    Trek to Namche Bazar (3440m) - 6/7 hours
    You leave Pheriche village in the morning and descend to Namche Bazar. The trekking trail goes downhill to take you to Pungki Thanka and Kyangjuma, and from there, the trekking trail changes into an easier trekking trail before reaching Namche. This is the largest Sherpa village in Nepal which has the Sherpa Culture Museum and Everest Photo Gallery.
    Day 10
    Trek to Lukla (2860m) 6/7 hours
    Today you descend from Namche Bazar heading towards Lukla. You follow a descending trekking trail that goes through the forest of Himalayan pine and cedar trees. Then you reach Phakding, a green landscape, which offers a breath-taking view of Kusum Kangaru (6367 m). From there, you trek along the Dudh Koshi River to reach Lukla which has one of the world's extreme airports.
    Day 11
    Fly back to Kathmandu (1400m)
    Today, you take a flight back to Kathmandu, leaving behind the Himalayas, hopefully with fond memories. After landing, you are free to spend your time once you check into your hotel room.
    Day 12
    Departure from Kathmandu (1400m)
    You have enjoyed the Everest Base Camp Trekking, experienced the Sherpa culture, and seen the world's tallest mountain from a close distance. You will be picked up from the hotel and taken to the airport within 3 hours of your flight. You will also be provided private transportation and a guide.
    Cost Included
     
    • Guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms (10 nights).
    • All standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
    • Local English-speaking trekking guide having licensed. An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
    • The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek. Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff.
    • National Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking.
    • Official expenses.
    • Welcome dinner with cultural program as listed in the itinerary.
    • All Domestic flights and airport tax as listed in the itinerary.
    • Private transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek as applicable
    • Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
    • All government and local taxes
    • Souvenir: HAN T shirt, bag.
     
    Cost Not Included
    • Accommodation, lunch and dinner in Kathmandu. Depending on your budget, it may cost about USD 15 to USD 20 per person.
    • Travel Insurance (compulsory!), which covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation
    • International airfare and airport departure tax
    • Nepal entry visa - You can obtain the visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying USD 25 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying USD 40 and 100 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos.)
    • Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks.
    • Personal trekking equipment (click on the Equipment tab).
    • Tips for trekking staff and driver (tipping is expected).
    • Any others expenses that are not mentioned in the 'Price Includes' section.
    • Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
    • Cost arising out of landslides, road blockade, and rescue of any form, cancellation of flight or reasons beyond our control
    • World heritage entrance Fees.
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      • Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash.
      • Hair brush or comb, hair ties, barrettes/bobby pins.
      • Deodorant.
      • Shampoo and conditioner
      • Sunscreen and face lotion with SPF.
      • Night time Moisturizer/Lotion.
      • If under any medication, enough stock ... View All

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