10 Days Everest Base Camp Trek

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Trip Information
  • Trip Duration10 Days
  • DestinationNepal
  • Trip Grade Moderate - Strenuous
  • Starts Kathmandu
  • Ends Kathmandu
  • Activities Trekking
  • Max. Altitude 5545 Meters
  • Group Size Min 1 Pax
  • Best Time February-June, September- December
Highlights
  • Scenic flight to and from Lukla Airport
  • Trek through the Namche village, Sherpa Kingdom
  • Explore ancient Tengboche Monastery, the largest monastery of the Khumbu region
  • Shortest itinerary for Everest Base Camp Trek that follow classical trail
  • Experience Sherpa culture and lifestyles
  • Explore ancient monasteries, agricultural farms, Sherpa village settlement, stone paved paths with prayer flags
  • Explore some of the rare species of plants and animals like Red Panda, Musk Deer and Himalayan Monal
  • Hike to Kalapathar, one of the best 360 degree views vantage points
  • Stunning views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Amadablam many more
  • Emergency evacuation is readily available in case of any unfavorable event
  • Hassle Free Booking and quick responded all with email, phone call
  • Highly experienced Experts guide and office team
  • Arrangement of sleeping bags and down jackets if you do not have your own

Have you ever dream of accomplish the World’s Highest Peak? Everest Base Camp is almost hikers’ bucket list and do at least one in a lifetime which will remain nostalgic about it your entire life. If you do not have time for 15 Days Trek, then this 10 Days Everest Base Camp Trek for you. Journey Into The Heart Of The Himalayas brings you close to local cultures before opening a door to the top of the world.

10 Days Everest Base Camp Trek is excellent alternative of Classical 15 Days Everest Base Camp Trek trail. These route is recommended for those who has lack of time and want to complete the trek within a short time following the same trail excluding acclimization days. But you will have time to evening acclimatize and take rest. You can see same things that you will in the regular EBC trek. Please be noted that, 10 Days itinerary does not includes Arrival, Departure and acclimization days in Namche Bazaar, Dingboche.

Our trek commence with the early morning flight to Lukla by taking advantage of the good weather. Try to get seat on the left hand side of the plane for incredible views. On reaching Lukla we meet our porters and had a short refreshment breakfast break. We head towards Phakding passing the Cheplung village and bank of Dudh Koshi river. You will be likely to encounter fellow trekkers, locals, and yaks with their tinkling bells. Next Morning, Trek to pass through the entry point of Sagarmatha National Park and number of high suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River that lead us to village of Namche Bazaar. It is the most prosperous and the largest town in the Khumbu. If you are here on a weekend, check out trading centre with a weekly Saturday local market. In this package there is no rest day and to acclimatize in the middle so this trip is not recommended for first timer.

The trek to Tengboche get amazingly beautiful views with views of Mountain, gradual downhill through refreshing rhododendron forest and alpine meadow filled with pine trees. Tengboche Monastery looms over the settlement of Tengboche. It is one of the oldest and important Buddhist monasteries in the Everest Region. Along with panoramic view from the monastery, Buddhist prayer flags dancing colourfully in the wind and Buddhist murals adorn the monastery’s walls. Afterward, Hike to Dingboche which is known as the “Summer Valley” you will experience these place is sunnier than Namche and Tengboche.

The journey further continues to Lobuche. The trek becomes more challenging as we reach a higher elevation. Everest is hidden behind the towering Nuptse – Lhotse wall. Finally, the most awaiting day throughout the trip. The route from Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp includes numerous short ups and downs. You will walk to Khumbu Glacier to the top of the edge, Everest Base Camp (5,364m). History Made! Spend time enjoying your achievement and take photograph. Take enough time to celebrate your victory because you would not find Everest Base Camp anywhere else in the world.

Hike to famous Kalapathar viewpoint will bring you 360 degree of panoramic mountain view along with Khumbu Glacier and sunrise on the top of world’s highest peak, Everest. Experience watching the sun slowly surnise on Everest and turn its summit a vibrant orange. Retrace back to Lukla by spending overnight at Pheriche, Namche Bazaar and Lukla. It is lower and warmer night.

In contrast, We also offers different Everest trekking packages like Everest Luxury Lodge Trek, Everest Gokyo Lake TrekEverest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return. But if you prefer to bit more relaxing trek along with two acclimization days and sightseeing around Kathmandu, then you can also choose our 15 Days Everest Base Camp Trek or Complete 11 Days Everest Base Camp Trek and Fly Back by Helicopter.

We know that before a trip like this you will understandably have a lot of questions. For Quick Inquiry and Instant Booking, Please Call us at +977 9813665337 (Anjan) 24 hours available on WhatsApp, Viber or send us email at: aspirationadventure@gmail.com.

Itinerary
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Today early morning, Along with the guide and office representative will transfer you to Kathmandu Airport for regular flight to Lukla (2,800m), which brings you to the start of your trek. The 35 minutes flight itself is spectacular and exciting which offers you to enjoy the beauty green hills along with background of snowy mountain peaks. Try to get seat on the left-hand side of the plane for incredible views. On reaching Lukla we meet our porters and had a short refreshment break. We head towards Phakding (2,652 meters) passing the Cheplung village and bank of Dudh Koshi river. This first Day hike to Phakding is specifically designed for the purpose of acclimatization, allowing you time to get used to the higher elevation. You will be likely to encounter fellow trekkers, locals, and yaks with their tinkling bells. Today's trek is relatively short around 3-4 hours. Overnight at Lodge in Phakding. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

  • Duration:45 Minutes flight; 3-4 hours trek
  • Max. Altitude:2,640m
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation:Standard trekking lodge

After Breakfast, trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar. We begin our trek through forest, over yak pastures and passes through the village of Monjo we made our way to the entry point of Sagarmatha National Park. At about half-way up the ascent, a gap in the trees allows us to spy Mount Everest for the first time. Today trekking route consists of a number of high suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River that lead us to village of Monjo, entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. At Monjo, our guide will complete the paperwork of permits and head on up to towards the Namche through Jorsalle. The trail gets steeper along the way, and crossing suspension bridge we start our final ascent to Namche Bazaar. Upon your arrive at Namche, settle into your accommodations and explore the town. It is the most prosperous and the largest town in the Khumbu. If you are here on a weekend, check out trading centre with a weekly Saturday local market. Overnight at Lodge in Namche Bazaar. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

  • Duration:5-6 hours trek
  • Max. Altitude:3,440m
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation:Standard trekking lodge

After Breakfast at Lodge, We begin our trek from Namche Bazzar to Tengboche. As we continue the trail get amazingly beautiful views with views of Lhotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam. Its mostly gradual and downhill through refreshing rhododendron forest and alpine meadow filled with pine trees. The hike to Tengboche is uphill through pine trees for about two hours from Phunki Thenka which is ideal point for lunch and take rest before making the steep climb to Tengboche. The region is rich in wildlife including musk deer and colorful pheasants on the way. Tengboche Monastery looms over the settlement of Tengboche. It is one of the oldest and important Buddhist monasteries in the Everest Region. Along with panoramic view from the monastery, Buddhist prayer flags dancing colourfully in the wind and Buddhist murals adorn the monastery’s walls is overwhelming. Capture incredible views of this beautiful mountain in your camera. Overnight at Lodge in Tengboche. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

  • Duration:5-6 hours trek
  • Max. Altitude:3,860 m
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation:Standard trekking lodge

After Breakfast, We continue our trek through descend the rhododendron forests, lush forest, across the river and then gradual steep climbs. Take a gradual climb up to the valley’s highest year round settlement of Pangboche. On the way, there is great vantage points of Ama Dablam. You will see a lot of yaks grazing over a slope of the cliff. We will be entering the Imja valley following the Lobuche river then climbing a steep trail eventually reaching towards Dingboche. Get view of Mount Ama Dablam and Mt. Lhotse. Dingboche is also known as the "Summer Valley" you will experience these place is sunnier than Namche and Tengboche. It is small stone walled village with beautiful barley, potato and buckwheat fields. Overnight at Lodge in Dingboche. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

  • Duration:3-4 hours trek
  • Max. Altitude:4,410m
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation:Standard trekking lodge

After breakfast at Dingboche, you will head towards Lobuche. You will climb to Dughla enjoy the stunning view of Taboche, Cholatse, Ama Dablam and Kantega. It will be an interesting one as you will be able to see stunning mountains view throughout the trail. We will also pass through jungle some time spotting the musk deer, mountain gout and monkeys. Moving ahead from Dughla the route keeps on ascending steeply to the crest of the moraine. The trek becomes more challenging as we reach a higher elevation. Everest is hidden behind the towering Nuptse – Lhotse wall. Overnight at Lodge in Lobuche. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included)

  • Duration:5-6 hours trek
  • Max. Altitude:4,940m
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation:Standard trekking lodge

Get ready, This is Our Big Day! Finally, this is most awaiting day throughout the trip. Enjoy hot breakfast in Lobuche before we start trekking to Gorakshep. On the trail, we follow the glacial Morane and rockery next to highest glacier in the world. Moving ahead to Gorak Shep, which is about 3 hours from Lobuche and the Khumbhu Glacier come closer. After lunch in Gorakshep(5181m/16994ft), you will walk to Khumbu Glacier to the top of the edge, Everest Base Camp (5,364m). We will walk slowly to prevent the high altitude sickness problem. The route from Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp includes numerous short ups and downs. You will spend time enjoying your achievement and taking photograph, History Made! Take enough time to get with nature because you won't find Everest Base Camp anywhere else in the world. Enjoy breathtaking views of Everest, Pumori, Nuptse, Lhotse along with several other peaks. After capturing lifetime memorable experience we return to Gorak Shep for a well-earned rest and sleep. Overnight stay at lodge in Gorak Shep. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

  • Duration:6-7 hours trek
  • Max. Altitude:5,364m
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation:Standard trekking lodge

Wake up early morning, then 2 hours hike brings us to the famous Kalapathar viewpoint. From Kalapathar (which means "black rock") we will get 360 degree of panoramic mountain view along with Khumbu Glacier and sunrise on the top of world’s highest peak, Everest. You will also get panoraminc view of Mountain peaks like Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbetse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku. Once you’re done with adoring the mountains retrace back to Gorekshep for breakfast and down in the direction of Pheriche. It is lower and warmer night. Overnight at Lodge in Pheriche. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

  • Duration:6-7 hours trek
  • Max. Altitude:4,250m
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation:Standard trekking lodge

After Breakfast at Pheriche, you will walk back to Tengboche and slowly move down towards phungki Thanka, pass the Kyangjuma and reach Namche Bazaar by late afternoon. We cross the first bridge over the DudhKhoshi River on our return trip in Phunki tenga and having passed the village of Tashinga and Sansa. We continues to Namche via passing different Mani stone, Chorten, and Stupas. Namche is the main trading center of Khumbu region where quality restaurants, hotels, lodges, internet cafes and bakeries are available. Following the same way back to Namche is an easy walk and you will enjoy the Himalayas more pleasantly. In this busy trail, encounter the caravan of fellow trekkers, porters, locals and Yak used for transporting goods. The night will be spent here so that you can enjoy a hot shower, and relax in restaurants, cafes and bakeries. The night will be spent at Namche so that you can enjoy a hot shower, and relax in restaurants, cafes and bakeries. Overnight at Lodge in Namche Bazaar. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

  • Duration:5-6 hours trek
  • Max. Altitude:3,440m
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation:Standard trekking lodge

After Breakfast at Namche Bazaar, we began our trek back to Lukla following the Dudh Kosi river valley and crossing several suspension bridge along with Hillary Suspension Bridge. Enjoy the beauteous views of the blue-pine and rhododendron forest, Mani-stone walls, prayer flags and Sherpa Village. We pass through villages like Chumoa, Benkar, Phakding, and Chuthawa, eventually reaching the Pasang Lhamu Memorial Gate signifying the end of the trek. On arrival in Lukla, trekking ends. You can stretch up your sore legs and have a rest for a while and later stroll around the village, listening to the stories of the locals and experience their lifestyle. These is final day of your trekking most trekkers make a celebration with their guide and crew members at Lukla. You have done it. Overnight at Lodge in Lukla.

  • Duration:6-7 hours trek
  • Max. Altitude:2,850m
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Accommodation:Standard trekking lodge

You can enjoy the final views of these amazing snow-capped peaks. After breakfast in Lukla, you will take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Indulge in the changing sight of the landscapes on these 45 minutes and it will give you some thrilling experience for sure. After landing at Kathmandu Airport, you will be escorted to your booked Hotel in Kathmandu. Free time on your own. In the evening, there will be a Farewell Dinner at one of the Nepali authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural show to celebrate the successful completion of trip.

  • Duration:45 minutes flight
  • Max. Altitude:1,400m
  • Meals:Breakfast and Farewell Dinner
  • Accommodation:N/A - Ask for Reservation

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Cost Details
Cost Includes
  • International Airport picks up and dropoff transports by private vehicle
  • Domestic Flight (Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu) Ticket with airport departure taxes
  • A highly experience, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English speaking well trained, Government License holder trekking guide
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Assistant guide group size above 6 person
  • Meals, Insurance, Salary, Lodging, Transportation, Flight, other necessary equipment and insurance of our field staff
  • Meals on the full board basis (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek
  • Trekking Lodge (Tea House) accommodation during the trek
  • All necessary papers including Sagarmatha National Park entry permit fee and TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System)
  • Khumbu Pashang Lhamu Rural Municipality fees.
  • Emergency rescue operation assistance in arranging in case of complex health condition (paid by your Travel Insurance company)
  • Comprehensive medical supplies (first aid kit will be available)
  • We help you to hire a Sleeping bag, down jackets, duffle bags if you don’t have (with extra cost)
  • Aspiration Adventure appreciation of certificate after the successful trek
  • All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges
  • All necessary paperwork and official expenses
  • Farewell Dinner in the typical Nepali Restaurant
Cost Excludes
  • International flight airfare
  • Nepal entry visa fee
  • Hotel Accommodation and meals in Kathmandu
  • Your Travel and Medical Insurance
  • All the alcoholic and non alcoholic cold and hot drinks on trek
  • All desserts & sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
  • Any unseen expenses due to circumstances beyond our control (natural calamities, strike etc.)
  • Tips for the guide, porter and driver (expected, but not mandatory)
  • All the costs and expenses which are not listed in “cost includes” Section
Dates & Availability

Being a local trekking company based in Nepal, we are able to operated trip throughout the year. Departure dates of all tours are available. If below departures dates does not match your schedule, You may make reservations on any date of your choice, from our "Book Own Date". We will be available to assist instantly, Send us email or call WhatsApp at +977 9813665337

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Useful Information

Best Time to Trek

10 Days Everest Base Camp Trek can be done throughout the year, but the best time are Spring (March, April, May) and Autumn (September, October, November). During these time you will find moderate temperatures and provide better view of mountains, less heat haze cloud and clear views of mountains. From October to December you will see more green forests in the region. Although this trip can be experience during winter and monsoon seasons too, though it is not suitable for everyone. The higher you go the colder it’s going to be. Above 4000 meters, you can expect snow and temperatures to descend rapidly below zero degrees. Be prepared for all weather conditions and have the right gear as there is always a risk of rain at lower elevations and Snow higher up during the trail.

Physical Condition & Experience Requirements

Everest Base Camp Trek 10 Days is a moderate trek, Strenuous hiking on mountain paths, covering 3 to 9 miles per day on rugged terrain. These trek is suitable for keen trekkers who are able to walk for 4 – 6 hours in a day, with a light rucksack. There are 10 days walking with full porterage throughout the trekking and all there is left to worry about is your water, snacks and camera. Everest Base Camp trek is suitable for anyone with moderate fitness level for relative newcomers and first times to highly experienced hikers. Past trekking/walking experience would be an asset but not required to have any technical experience only that you need be in good physical condition and able to walk for 4 – 6 hours per day. The maximum altitude is 5,545m and the average is approximately 3,900m. EBC Trekking route consists of hills and flat-lands, you will mostly walk up-hill and down-hill with some steep portion. We recommend undertaking a gym training programme and practice morning jogging and exercise with hike 6-8 weeks prior to embarking on the trek.

Accommodation During the Trip

At Aspiration Adventure, We believe that the accommodation is one of the major factor that enhances your overall travel experience. Keeping this in consideration, During trekking, you will be staying at standard lodge as possible. Accommodate in mountain are simple but it is standard, clean, comfortable lodge with great views of the mountain and sceneries. All the Accommodations are on twin sharing basis. However, Single Supplement can be provided upon request at additional cost. The rooms at mountain teahouses consist of nice and warm blankets, mattresses, pillows, bedsheets. During the trek in mountain, we ensure accommodate to the best available tea houses with great views of the mountain and sceneries. However, We will be pleased to making reservation at any of the upgrade luxury accommodation. We are flexible and happy to make booking as per your requirement. We offers 3 Star Standard Hotel to Luxury Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu if you wish to include in the trip.

Passport and Visa

If you are travelling to Nepal for (tour, sightseeing, travel, trekking, mountaineering, visiting friends and families) then you need to have a visa to enter Nepal. Arrival Visa is available at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu’s where you can simply get the “On Arrival Visa” with the application that require at least a passport of 6 months’ validity, and a passport size photo. You will be charged USD $ 30 for 15 days and USD $ 50 for 30 days as visa application fee which have to be paid in cash on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport. For those tourists who have Indian and Chinese passports then you do not need a visa (Free Visa). Most visitors will be able to obtain a visa upon arrival at the airport. The Certain country (Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine, Afghanistan, Syria) are requested to acquire Visa prior their arrival from their local Diplomatic missions (Embassies/Consulates) of Nepal Government.

Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance is compulsory for Everest Base Camp Trek. All the trekkers must provide the travel insurance policy certificate to Aspiration Adventure. This is high-altitude trek and quite challenging which means it comes with the risks of altitude sickness and and other unforeseen events. Travel Insurance policy must cover medical and emergency repatriation including heli rescue and evacuation expenses at high altitudes. In case of emergencies, we will be using the insurance policy and informational documents you sent us to operate the quick operation. Travel Insurance comes handy in these unexpected situations by covering all of the costs of treatments, medics, and helicopter rescue.

Last Minute Bookings

The last minute booking is accept for this trekking. If would are interested in trip and looking for last minute booking just directly get in touch with Aspiration Adventure team through the online form or, sending us an email, messages on WhatsApp, or by calling at +977 9813665337 (Anjan). For the last minute booking; we have special provision where you need to pay 100% payment. Please ensure to provide the full details of the trip, the number of person, along with passport copy, flight details, meeting point and others. We will be flexible and understand the situation.

Packing lists

Trekking for Everest Base Camp at the altitude required the good amount of warm and comfortable trekking or hiking clothes. The trekking equipment can be brought in Kathmandu as well, where you can find the trekking gears from low to high price. The weather in the mountains is unpredictable and treks which are above 4000 m the following trekking gears are most essential.

  • 2-3 few pairs of Thermal tops
  • Trekking pants- at least 2 pairs
  • Mittens or woolen gloves
  • Warm Hiking socks
  • Trekking sue with spare laces
  • Fleece jacket or pullover
  • Windcheater – waterproof shell jacket one pair
  • Down jacket
  • Comfortable Fleece or wool trousers
  • Pair of flip flop
  • Underwears & Swiming costume
  • Hiking Cotton trousers and t-shirts
  • Sun hat/scarf
  • 1 set- Headlamp
  • Small lock for the day backpack
  • Reusable water bottles
  • Sunglasses
  • Sleeping bag
  • Trekking poles
  • Day bag above 40 L
  • Water purification tablets or electric light
  • Wash towel
  • Toiletries (wet tissue, quick-drying towel, toilet paper, moisturizers, lip balms, sunscreens, sanitary pads, hand sanitizer, nail clipper, small mirror, toothpaste & brush, etc)
Client Reviewstripadvisor
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    Incredible Value to Everest Base Camp With Incredible People

    We group of 6 people have just returned from amazing trek to Short Everest Base Camp Trek. 10 Days trek to Everest Base Camp with hiking to Kala Patthar and EBC. I originally made contact with Anjan, company owner of Aspiration Adventure in September 2019. Always polite, professional and extremely helpful. Guide and Porter was the best of all, sharing the insightful knowledge. Hospitable really went above and beyond to make our journey memorable. Lodges they booked were the best you could probably get and for a really affordable price! I highly recommend going guide Kalyan and Pemba our porter. I do not think anyone does it better than them!! Anjan and his company are very receptive, totally organized and will take care of every aspect of your journey. Lastly, he came to pick me up at the hotel to bring me to the airport for my flight back to home.

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