Max. Altitude
5,545 m
Best Season
Oct-Dec & Mar-May
Activity
Trekking/Hiking
Start / End Point
Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Overview of Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek – 8 days
Rapid Everest Base Camp Trekking is the world's best adventurous trekking the world. It is the journey of the same path that is founded many years ago to summit the world's highest mountain Mt. Everest (8848 m) by Sir Edmund Hilary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa in 1953. This Everest Trekking journey is unforgettable because of the scenic surroundings of the Khumbu region.
Rapid EBC trek is a walk through the beautiful valleys of Khumbu, and the village of the Sherpa people. This rapid Everest Base Camp trek is a chance to Explore and experience the World's highest mountains flawlessly. Moreover, Everest Trek is not only about the mountains and high-altitude walk but it is a perfect way to explore and learn about Sherpa (Also Known as the guardian of the Himalayas), Tibetan culture, and Buddhism.
These, eighth days of the fastest Everest Base Camp trek is designed for those who can walk more than normal and have a good health condition. If you have a short holiday and want to save your time, then the EBC trek of 8 days is the best package for you.
Classic short Everest Base Camp Trek offers you a plethora of features. Astonishing views of the Mountains, Diversity of Nature and natural resources, and cultural context add more beauty to this Everest Trek. Sherpas are famous in the world for their noticeable ability to climb mountains.
The unique culture of the Sherpa people can be seen during our journey. Religious objects like Mani Stones, Chortens, and Prayers flags are used to decorate our trek route. Along the way, you will visit the world's oldest Tengboche monastery. People Believed that Taking part in the ritual ceremony of this monastery will make you pure and it will help you to get rid of all the sinner activities.
Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek – 8 days Itinerary
01
Kathmandu to Namche
Early morning, our guide will pickyou up from the hotel and drive you to the Kathmandu domestic Airport. Then we will enjoy scenic 30 min flight to Lukla. After reaching ‘the gateway to Everest’ we will meet with our porters,and start our trek to Namche Bazaar.
It is a long trek so we will maintain fast pace with ocassional water breaks and rest. We will walk down hill following the Dudh Koshi River (milky river) for couple of hours to reach Phakding village. After that we will trek between the hills along the river to reach Monjo, where we will stop for Lunch.
Monjo is the entry point to Sagarmatha National Park. We will get our National Park permit there and head towards Namche Bazaar for our final strech. On the trail, we will cross the popular Hillary Bridge, which is known as one of the highest bridge in the region and popular place for photographs and videos. After crossing the bridge, we will hike approx 2 hr uphill, this is considered to be one of the difficult climb of the whole trek.
Finally, we reach Namche Bazaar, ‘The Sherpa Capital” known for its aura, towns, shops and resturant, Namche is one of the biggest town/village of the Everest Region.
Overnight at Himalayan Culture Home/Hotel Namche
Maximum Altitude
11,286 ft.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trek Duration
9 hours Trek
Accomodations
Lodge
Transportation
35 min
02
Namche Bazaar to Pangboche
Starting today, we will hike up to Namche View Point at Hillary Museum, getting our first clear view of Mt.Everest on a sunny day. Then, we start our trek through the well-paved path with amazing views of Thamserku, Kusum Kanguru, AmaDablam, Lhoste, and Everest. We will continue through the terrain, through a gradual uphill and then a substantial downhill reaching Phungi Tenga, where we will have our Lunch. Then, we will hike uphill to reach Tengboche, also one of the steepest hikes of our Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek.
We will explore one of the oldest monasteries and the biggest Monastery, the Tengboche monastery, and then continue our journey towards Debuche. From there we will continue with the gradual uphill and plain trail to reach Pangboche village.
Overnight at the best lodge available
Maximum Altitude
13,074 ft
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trek Duration
7 hours Trek
Accomodations
Lodge
03
Pangboche to Dugla
Leaving Pangboche’s serene beauty behind, you ascend through lush forests, catching glimpses of towering peaks. The trail unfolds, revealing breathtaking vistas of snow-capped giants like Ama Dablam and Everest herself. As you approach Thukla, the terrain becomes more rugged, with rocky paths demanding steady footing.
Prayer flags flutter in the wind, marking the transition to this quaint village nestled amidst the Himalayas. Thukla’s warmth welcomes weary travelers, offering respite and stunning panoramas of the surrounding peaks. Each step is a testament to the awe-inspiring grandeur of the Himalayan landscape.
Overnight in Yak Lodge
Maximum Altitude
15,157 ft
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trek Duration
8 hours Trek
Accomodations
Lodge
04
Dugla To Gorakshep and afternoon hike to Kalapathar
After breakfast, we will start uphill towrds the Thukal Memorial Pass. It is place located in the Thukla Pass in honour of the deseased members during the Everest Expedition. After that , we will follow the gradula plain path to Lobuche, where we will have our Lunch.
After some rest, we will follow the rugged rocky terrain with ups and downs to Gorakshep. The whole way, we will be walking above the Khumbu Glacier, which has been covere beneth all the debries reaching Gorakshep, the final stop before base camp.
Late Afternoon around 4/5pm we can even hike upto Kalapathar for sunset view of the panoramic vistas including the best view of Mt.Everest in the whole trek.
Overnight in Everest Inn/Yeti Inn
Maximum Altitude
16,961 ft
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trek Duration
8 hours Trek
Accomodations
Lodge
05
Everest base camp to Pheriche
After breakfast, we start trekking to EBC, our final destination, one of the best trekking spots in the whole world, dreamt by many but only some of the thrill seekers and adventure lovers dare to trek.
The magical moment is forever to cherish, overwhelming emotions, and satisfaction hit your body and soul upon reaching the Everest base camp. With lots of memories, photos, and videos, we head back to Gorakshep for Lunch and after some time head down to Pheriche for our overnight stay.
Overnight at Everest Trekkers/Edelweiss
Maximum Altitude
14,041 ft
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trek Duration
8 hours Trek
Accomodations
Lodge
06
Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Continue down, we will follow the same way back through Pangboche, Debuche, and Tengboche and head back to Namche Bazaar for our overnight stay.
Overnight in Himalayan Culture Home/ Hotel Namche
Maximum Altitude
11,286 ft
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trek Duration
8 hours Trek
Accomodations
Lodge
07
Namche to Lukla
The final trekking day of the journey, we will return from Namche to Lukla. Most of the trail is downhill and flat, and the final uphill to reach Lukla from Phakding.
Overnight in The Nest
Maximum Altitude
9,219 ft
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Trek Duration
8 hours Trek
Accomodations
Lodge
08
Lukla to Kathmandu
As per schedule, we will fly back to Kathmandu saying goodbye to portes, the natural beauty, the culture and the hospitality of local sherpa.
Farewell.
Maximum Altitude
4,330 ft.
Meals
Breakfast
Transportation
35 min
Required Equipments for Trekking in Nepal
- Breathable Underwear
- Sports Bra
- Base Layers
- Trekking Shirts
- Trekking Trousers and Shorts
- Fleece Jacket
- Down jacket (insulated jacket)
- Windcheater (water proof)
- Sun protection Hat
- Headband or Beanie
- Scarf or neckband
- Gloves (inner and outer )
- Hiking Boots
- Trekking Shoes
- Hiking Socks
- Thermal Socks
- Gaiters
- Duffel Bag
- Day pack
- Sleeping Bag
- Trekking poles
- Sunglasses
- Hydration bladder or Water bottle
- Head Lamps
- Batteries
- Personal towel
- Swiss army knife
- Sun lotion
- Medical & first-aid kit
- Woolen socks
- Waterproof jacket
- Lip Guard
- Insulated pants
- Baby wipers
Required Equipments for Climbing in Nepal
- Water bottle
- Batteries and bulbs
- Flashlight
- Personal towel
- Swiss army knife
- Rucksack
- Sun lotion
- Medical & first-aid kit
- Sewing kit
- Polypropylene/wool socks
- Other required equipment
- Sleeping bag
- Down Jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Trekking shoes/boots
- Camp shoes
- Jumperorpile jacket
- Hiking pants
- Hiking shirts
- Full–sleeves shirt
- T-shirts
- Sun hat
- Gloves
- Woolen hat
- Long underwear
- Goggles or sun glasses
- Gaiters
- Sun block for lips
- Light cotton socks
- Mountain trekking boots
- Woolen socks to wear with boots
- Nylon wind breaker
- Insulated pants
- Nylon wind pants
- Long sleeved cotton/woolen shirts
- Sun hat
- Long cotton hiking shorts
- Fleece/wool for climbing
- Lightweight fleece
- Sleeping pad (karri mat) or thermarest
- Down high altitude sleeping bag
- Down jacket/trousers/vest
- Light cotton athletic socks and wool socks
- Water proof climbing jacket
- Head torch/batteries/bulbs
- Climbing sunglasses
- Lightweight thermal/insulated ski gloves
- Sun screen
- Warm climbing trousers
- Wool long underwear
- Other required equipment
- Climbing boots
- Gaiters
- Ice axe
- Harness
- Crampons
- Karabiners
- Tapes/slings
- Snow bars
- Ice screws
- Rock pegs
- Deadmen
- Crash hat
- Day bag
- Rucksack
- Lip salve
- T-shirts
- Ascenders
- Ascenders
- Kit bag
Whats Included
- Airport picks up and drops international and domestic.
- Complete departure information, About trek, flight ticket, guide, altitude sickness, and reconfirmation and extend visa service(if necessary)
- Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu Only 15 kg luggage allowed. Â (10 kg Big bag & 5 kg handbag)
- Trek flight from Kathmandu to Lukla & Kathmandu for members and involved staff.
- Private transportation pick up and drops.
- Best Lodge accommodation (twin-share) & full board meals throughout the trek.
- As per group size experience, government license holder trek guide, helpful and friendly strong, porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff. ( 5 trekkers 1 assistant guide )
- Warm Down jacket and four seasonal sleeping bags will be provided during the EBC trekking If necessary ( down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after the trip )
- TIMS Fee- Trekkers’ Information Management System (Please bring 2 passport size photos for permits)
- Sagarmatha national park(Mt. Everest) trek permit fee. Everest base camp trail map.
- Local rural Everest municipality tax
- First Aid kits for the staff and the groups. including oxi-meter
- Services coordination for emergency and rescue operations
- Government taxes & office service charge
- Life Himalaya trekking duffel bag and T-shirts as a gift !!
- Achievement Certificate.
Whats Excluded
- Travel insurance which covers 6000,m emergency Rescue and Evacuation.
- International airfare.
- Nepal entry visa charge.
- All beverages and others personal expenses.
- Snacks and other personal expenses.
- Battery charge, hot showers, internet & international phone calls.
- Tips for Guide, Porter and Drivers.
- Service not mentioned above.
Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek – 8 days - Essential Information
Also, Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek is full filled and blessed with breathtaking views of the mountains and landscapes. After you landed on Lukla, then on each step you’ll see the mountains of the Everest Range. After starting the trek, You’ll get the introductory views of the mountains but after Namche, you’ll get a full view of the mountains like Mount Everest, Mt, Lhotse, Mt. Pumori, Thamserku, Kongde Ri, Nuptse, Khumbutse, and many others.
Rapid Everest Base Camp trekking route
It is inside the Sagarmatha National park. Which is listed on the UNESCO world heritage site. The alpine forest, spotting of the Himalayan goat Thar, and other wild creatures add more adventure to this trek.
Besides the Himalayan Views and Cultural aspect, the natural phenomenon is also a considerable part of this trek. Khumbu icefall, Glaciers, and Himalayan forest of Rhododendron, High altitude plants, and flowers contribute to the beauty of this trek.
Two places that can not be ignored during this Everest trek are Namche Bazaar and Kalapathar viewpoint. Namche Bazar is also known as the capital of the Sherpa people. It is a gateway to Everest. Despite being in the height of 3540 m and untouched by road transportation, you can get anything here.
From your Trekking gears to the ATM service. Kala Patthar is the best viewpoint among all trekking destinations in Nepal not only Everest. It presents you the perfect view of the Everest massif, Standing between Nuptse and Lhotse. The view of sunrise over the world’s highest mountain can not be described in words. It will take your breath away.
The magnificent journey to Everest Base Camp will begin the day after your arrival. On the first day, we will take a domestic flight, in case of weather conditions you can also take a helicopter (which is not included in the itinerary). Lukla is a trekking starting point for the whole Everest Trekking.
Following the footprints of Edmund Hillary and Tenzing, we will reach Phakding. Following the Khumjung River, We will cross it through Hillary Suspension bridge to set our day destination at Namche.
Passing through, Different ethnic villages and valleys of Khumjung like Deboche, and Tengboche, we will rest overnight in Pangboche on the second day of the trek. After that going through, Dingboche, Thukla, and Lobuche, we will finally make it to Everest Base Camp. Right after, we start descending towards Lukla through, the same way down. And fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla.
Note:
Upon Your Arrival & Departure at Kathmandu International Airport:
After your arrival at Kathmandu international airport.Our representative holding a board of Life Himalaya Trekking with writing your name on board front of the terminal door, so that you can easily recognize in the meantime we will bring you to your hotel, after refreshing at the hotel you can meet with our managing director and your trek guide.
During the meeting, the director will brief you about your trekking trip. That means we will give you all the necessary information about the trek, about necessary equipment, and the highlight of the trip. After finishing the trip we also take you to the Kathmandu international airport and departure for your onward destination.
Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary and cost customize available:
The itinerary could be changed or modified as per your requirements, interest, and length of your holiday. Weather, politics, transportation, and other disturbing factor are the main reason to make changes in itineraries that are beyond our control.
So, the guide or leader will provide you with the best alternative during your trek. The price of the trip will be according to the standard of hotel, group size, duration, and date of travel for the tailor-made program.
Regarding Everest Trek flight in Tenzing Hilary airport Lukla:
Everest Trek flight to Lukla, Trekkers mostly use twin otter plane for the means of air transportation in the Nepalese sky and during the flight in the Everest Himalaya region of Nepal, the flight schedule is canceled and changes from time to time due to poor visibility, weather condition, and many other technical problems.
In such a case, we would charter a helicopter for our guests regarding the schedule of their international flight and for the different problems that arise in the trek. The charter cost should be paid at the head office of Life Himalaya trekking at Thamel-29 and later on, you can claim with your travel insurance.
As per Nepal Civil aviation rules, the helicopter will fly if the visibility is up to 1500m and visibility should be 5000m for flying Twin Otter in Nepalese sky.
Who can go Everest base camp trek?
For the Everest base camp trek, you do not need any kind of technical training. The difficulty of the Everest base camp trek is high altitude Walk. Every year more than 50 thousand trekkers reach Everest base camp. Most people think that they need experience of the trek or hike for the Everest base camp trek and they stop thinking about the Everest base camp.
But in reality, you don’t need any experience for the Everest base camp trekking. Just a 5-6 hour mountain walk per day will reach you to the Everest base camp. There is no age restriction for the base camp trekking. Everyone who can walk is allowed to trek in the Everest base camp. Life Himalaya guarantee that single female trekkers are safe to trek alone with our guide. If necessary we will provide an experienced female guide for the female trekkers.
Rapid Everest base camp trek health and safety:
Everest base camp trek is high-altitude trekking. At high altitudes, the density of oxygen is minimum so at that time your pulmonary and cardiac systems are affected. Our body will adjust to the high altitude slowly and gradually so, we put some days for the acclimatization. During the trek stay out of the sun whenever possible. Use sunblock creams for avoiding the sun.
For an emergency bring primary aid stuff. You do not have to worry if you got sick or injured at any place during the trekking. We have a well-trained guide for the primary aid so they will help you. If primary aid can’t work then we will rescue you by helicopter at any point During the Trek. If you got some problems in your body like lung problems, blood diseases, bone problems, etc. you must inform us before joining the trek.
Special Discount:
Life Himalaya trekking has special offers for Travel agents and group booking.
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