Short Everest Base Camp trekking / Short EBC trek cost
Overview
Highlights of Everest view trek with helicopter tour
Explore the 5 days Everest base camp trek with a helicopter ride within days.
Massif view of the Khumbu valley, hidden landscape and UNESCO listed Sagarmatha National Park.
Close encounter via Everest trek and helicopter chopper with the world highest Himalayas like Mt Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Ama Dablam, Gaurishankar, Pumori.
Thrilling flight to the world highest and dangerous airport to Lukla.
Enjoy the amazing sunrise view of the great Himalayas including Mount Everest
Explore the unique Sherpa cultures and hidden beauties of the Everest region.
Overview
5 days Everest base camp trek is quick to explore actual trekking of foothill of Mount Everest. Normally Short Everest trek is suitable for the anyone age group. You can complete this Everest view trek within 5 days so that you do not spend the entire two weeks on the trek. The first flight from Kathmandu to Lukla can see the magnificent view Himalayas and the beautiful landscape. Once you landed at Lukla airport start walk to Phakding.
Your trail passes via Dudhkoshi rivers, Sherpa village, numbers of suspension bridges and reaches Phakding. After Phakding next day trek to Namche Bazar on the way see the beautiful Jorsalee, suspension bridge, passes via UNESCO World Heritage site the Sagarmatha National Park, view of Mount Everest.
Everest base camp helicopter tour is a thrilling experience lifetime. You can enjoy seeing the close view of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam fly on the way to Kalapathar and fly back to base camp. You can also enjoy seeing the Khumbu valley and Khumbu Icefalls which is the best landmark of the short Everest base camp trek with a helicopter chopper tour. Likewise, we offer you a private trip as well as a group joining the trip to the short Everest base camp trek. Thus Everest view helicopter tour is easy so everyone can join it with different option on the trip.
Sunrise Adventure treks team will wisely manage your trek with awareness of the COVID pandemic and follow the government guidelines on the trip. You can enjoy the best sunrise view of the grandeur world tallest Himalayas including Mt. Everest, Mt Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Ama Dablam and many more which is the ultimate journey of the Everest short trip. Sunrise Adventure treks team will wisely manage your trek with careful of COVID pandemic and follow the government guidelines.
Food, drinks and accommodation on Everest Base Camp trek
There are various types of accommodation like a tea house, lodges, luxury lodges are available on the trek. So accommodation part you have to confirm before you book the trek. Food and drinks are next important during the Everest base camp trek.
You can get varieties of cuisines during your EBC trek. Likewise, you can get macaroni, Chowmein, Pizzas, parathas, Dal Bhat, Indian food, Chinese food, Continental foods are normally on the Everest trek. You can use boil water, bottled water or tap water during the trek. Beverage and drinking water cost extra have to bring extra money for the drinks items.
Best time of the Year for Everest Base Camp trekking
The highest season for Everest base camp trekking is Spring( March to May) and autumn (September to November). During this peak, season the weather looks fantastic and can see the massif sunrise and sunset views of the mountains and nature. Even there is a rare chance of flight cancellation in good season. Monsoon (June July and August) is cloudy and raining and winter (December, January and February) is cooler and frozen of ice even few people can do Everest trek in monsoon and winter too. You can do this Everest Heli chopper tour any time of the year as a private trip.
Those trekkers who like to avoid crowded can do this trek in winter and monsoon but need to passion about the good weather for the Kathmandu Lukla Kathmandu flight or can charter a helicopter which cost a bit extra.
Highlights of the short Everest base camp trek
Amazing view of Khumbu valley and Khumbu glaciers.
See the incredible Mount Everest massif (8848 m), Lhotse 8516 m, Mt Makalu 8463 m, and Mt Cho Oyu 8201 m.
Explore the flora and fauna of Sagarmatha National Park.
Stunning view of suspension bridges, hidden wilderness, and beautiful forest.
Explore the Sherpa people of the Khumbu region and colorful villages.
Panoramic view of Mt. Everest, Pumori from Kalapathar 5555 m.
Enjoy the Buddhist cultures and Buddhist monasteries.
Feel the thin air of Mt. Everest and breathtaking view of the world's highest Himalayas.
Short Everest base camp trekking
10 Days short Everest base camp trekking is one of the best options for those who are physically fit and love adventures. Visiting around Mount Everest is one of the prime destinations for any trekkers of the world. This unique trek passes through the Khumbu valley and Sherpa village and sees the lifestyle of the Sherpa people. Even though on the way you can see the incredible view of Mt. Everest 8848.86 m (29031 ft.), Mount Lhotse 8516 m (27940 ft.), Makalu (8485 m 2738 ft.), Nuptse (7861 m/ 25791 ft.), Cho Oyu (8189 m/ 26867 ft.), Lobuche (6119 m 20161 ft.), Island Peak (6189 m 20305 ft.), Ama Dablam (6812 m/ 21247 ft.).
Everest base camp trek offers the best view of the Khumbu valley, beautiful monasteries. The EBC trip starts from a 35-minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and starts the trek to Phakding (2650 m 8562 ft). However, the trek passes through the Sagarmatha national park, Hillary suspension bridges, Khumbu monastery, Hillary school. Likewise, continue trek to Tengboche and explore around Tengboche monastery, one of the ancient monasteries of the Everest region. Although, the trek passes to Dinbouche is surrounded by Imja Lake, Chhkung Ri and close to Island peak.
Similarly, the journey to Lobuche on the way enjoys the massif view of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, etc. Finally, reach Gorakshep (5185 m) and Everest base camp (5364 m / 17598 ft). The following day, early morning hike to Kalapathar (5555 m/ 18224 ft.) to see the sunrise view of Everest massif.
The weather of the Everest base camp trek
Sometimes flights from Kathmandu to Lukla may not occur on time due to the weather problem. The weather of Lukla may change anytime and flights may be delayed and postponed.
Moreover, Spring and Autumn are the best seasons for Everest base camp trekking. The Winter season is freezing and has the coldest temperatures, and the Monsoon is cloudy and may not see the clear vision. Thus, you can also do the Everest trek even in winter and monsoon to avoid the crowd but have to be patient about the bad weather.
Likewise, we trek down to Pheriche, Namche Bazar and back to Lukla and finally fly back to Kathmandu.
Finally, after a year of travel and trekking restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Sunrise Adventure treks will carefully arrange your complete Everest base camp trekking package from your arrival to departure. We focus on all safety guidelines and rules of the Nepal Government during your trek.
What‘s Included
What‘s Excluded
Itinerary
After an early breakfast, we will take a flight to Lukla. Due to weather condition, the flight from Kathmandu to Lukla always leave early in the morning. Meeting with other porters before heading off towards Phakding. The journey of the village of Phakding lies in Dudh Koshi (“Milk River”) valley north of Lukla, goes through the different cultural village including Cheplung village from where the view of the sacred Mount Khumbila is beautiful. And finally, after hiking via the Himalayan jungle and crossing several swing bridges, a gradual walk downwards from Cheplung leads to the village Phakding. From Phakding, the sight of the Kusum Kangraru Mountain can be seen. overnight stay at the guesthouse/lodge.
Namche Bazaar is the main administrative and trading centre for the Khumbu region. With the inclusive of magnificent forests of blue pine, fir, juniper, and rhododendron as well as the first view of Everest, it helps you to control the anticipation of the thrilling journey. In the way to Namche, several small villages are crossed like Jorsale, Monjo. Where Monjo is the entry point of Sagarmatha National Park, which lies in the north of Phakding.Phakding is located on a mountainside and views of the Thamserku Peak and the Kongdi Rl Himal see the amazing views. Likewise, the beautiful scenes of the different Himalayans including Lhotse, Nuptse and many more are seen. It is the main trending center in the Everest region. You can explore the beautiful Khumbu valley. Overnight stay at the Guesthouse.
The trek from Namche to Tengboche is unbelievably stunning, Far below is the Dudh Koshi and Thamserku, Kantenga, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Everest rises in front. Woods, Rhododendron Forest, Mani Walls, Chorten (Stupas), and suspension bridges across the rivers make this a lovely walk. The village of Tengboche is also famous for the Tengboche Monastery, the largest monastery of the Khumbu region. The Tengboche Monastery is also regarded as the spiritual hub of the Khumbu region and surrounded by forest that is inhabited by Impeyan Pheasant and eagles. Stay at a Guesthouse.
Continue trek to Dingboche. The trekking trail crosses the Imja River and passes through lush forest and take a gradual climb up to the Pangboche valley. From Dingboche we can enjoy the scenic views of Ama Dablam, Dingboche is the only place in the region where barley is produced. Dingboche is called the ‘Summer Valley’ of the Khumbu and contains a kilometre long wall built to protect the village’s crops from the cold winds that descend down the Imja valley. Tame pheasants are regularly seen in this area. Overnight stay at the Guesthouse.
The ascent towards Everest Base Camp continues through Alpine meadows and summer yak pastures towards the end of the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. At the moraine, there are stone monuments to six sherpas who died in the avalanche, as well as monuments to other climbers. From here, it is a steep, tough climb towards the village of Gorak Shep. Continue on towards Lobuche, where the view is straight towards Nuptse and the sunset is truly magnificent. You can also get an amazing view of other peaks including Pumori, Khumbuste, Lingtren, and Mahalangur Himal. You’ll spend a night at Lobuche.
The higher altitude makes this day’s trekking quite challenging. The Changri Glacier looms ahead as the trek heads for Gorakshep. Walking for about 2-3 hours you will get to Gorakshep a small, usually frozen, lake, by lunchtime. Relax and get adjusted to the altitude before the attempt to reach Everest Base Camp. From here the path moves all the way to the top of the edge, finally arriving at the Everest Base Camp. Here, the sight of Khumbu Icefall and the view of the Khumbutse and Lingtren mountains are quite heavenly. Return back to Gorakshep after spending some time at the base camp. Overnight at Gorakshep.
You can see a different view of Everest today, with a trek up to Kala Pattar. Known to have the best views of Everest, this is a challenging trek, but worth it on a clear day. Similarly, the hike to Kalapatthar is done early at dawn because the sight of the rising sun seen from the vantage point is absolutely amazing. After spending some time on Kalapatthar, begin the descent from Kala Pattar, heading for Pheriche. This is not the most challenging of hikes, but the altitude can make the many uphill sections below Gorakshep seem tough. Stop to look around; the views are quite spectacular.
Today we trek back to Namche which takes us around 6 hours. The trails drop downhill up to Pangbochevillage and drop along the riverside. You will cross the bridge over Imja Khola all the way to Tengboche. From Tengboche, we will move down towards Phungki Thanka, pass the Kyangjuma and Reach Namche. Enjoy the surrounding and meet local peoples.
Today we trek back to Namche which takes us around 6 hours. The trails drop downhill up to Pangbochevillage and drop along the riverside. You will cross the bridge over Imja Khola all the way to Tengboche. From Tengboche, we will move down towards Phungki Thanka, pass the Kyangjuma and Reach Namche. Enjoy the surrounding and meet local peoples.
We take the short 30 minutes flight back to Kathmandu; we will enjoy changing sight of the landscape on last time while on the flight. After landing at Kathmandu airport, the rest of the day is free for shopping, sightseeing, or relaxing in one of the many rooftop cafes. Around in the evening join a special dinner program.
FAQs about
the trip
Firstly, we have to take a flight to Lukla in the morning then we start the trek from Lukla but sometimes due to the air traffic and weather problems, the flight may be delayed or cancelled. Due to the uncertainty of the Lukla weather, we are not sure about the untimed flight. If there will be frequent weather problem, we do arrange a flight by helicopter chopper and for this, you have to pay additional or need to wait for extra days for the Lukla flight.
Firstly, we have to take a flight to Lukla in the morning then we start the trek from Lukla but sometimes due to the air traffic and weather problems, the flight may be delayed or cancelled. Due to the uncertainty of the Lukla weather, we are not sure about the untimed flight. If there will be frequent weather problem, we do arrange a flight by helicopter chopper and for this, you have to pay additional or need to wait for extra days for the Lukla flight.
Firstly, we have to take a flight to Lukla in the morning then we start the trek from Lukla but sometimes due to the air traffic and weather problems, the flight may be delayed or cancelled. Due to the uncertainty of the Lukla weather, we are not sure about the untimed flight. If there will be frequent weather problem, we do arrange a flight by helicopter chopper and for this, you have to pay additional or need to wait for extra days for the Lukla flight.
Firstly, we have to take a flight to Lukla in the morning then we start the trek from Lukla but sometimes due to the air traffic and weather problems, the flight may be delayed or cancelled. Due to the uncertainty of the Lukla weather, we are not sure about the untimed flight. If there will be frequent weather problem, we do arrange a flight by helicopter chopper and for this, you have to pay additional or need to wait for extra days for the Lukla flight.
Firstly, we have to take a flight to Lukla in the morning then we start the trek from Lukla but sometimes due to the air traffic and weather problems, the flight may be delayed or cancelled. Due to the uncertainty of the Lukla weather, we are not sure about the untimed flight. If there will be frequent weather problem, we do arrange a flight by helicopter chopper and for this, you have to pay additional or need to wait for extra days for the Lukla flight.
Firstly, we have to take a flight to Lukla in the morning then we start the trek from Lukla but sometimes due to the air traffic and weather problems, the flight may be delayed or cancelled. Due to the uncertainty of the Lukla weather, we are not sure about the untimed flight. If there will be frequent weather problem, we do arrange a flight by helicopter chopper and for this, you have to pay additional or need to wait for extra days for the Lukla flight.
Firstly, we have to take a flight to Lukla in the morning then we start the trek from Lukla but sometimes due to the air traffic and weather problems, the flight may be delayed or cancelled. Due to the uncertainty of the Lukla weather, we are not sure about the untimed flight. If there will be frequent weather problem, we do arrange a flight by helicopter chopper and for this, you have to pay additional or need to wait for extra days for the Lukla flight.
Firstly, we have to take a flight to Lukla in the morning then we start the trek from Lukla but sometimes due to the air traffic and weather problems, the flight may be delayed or cancelled. Due to the uncertainty of the Lukla weather, we are not sure about the untimed flight. If there will be frequent weather problem, we do arrange a flight by helicopter chopper and for this, you have to pay additional or need to wait for extra days for the Lukla flight.
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