12 Days Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary | Himalayan Exploration Travel

12 days

Duration

Moderate

Trip Level

Group Size

5545 m

Max-altitude

Aren’t you getting enough time to trek to Everest Base Camp? Get ready to loop and see the possible trekking experience of Everest Base Camp now; it’s a lifetime trek! Everest Camp Trek is one of the most thrilling and fascinating journeys of the Himalayas on the planet. The 12-days Everest Base Camp Trek is ideal for those trekkers who wish to make it rapidly. It means the short Everest Base Camp Trek is the same as the classic Everest Base Camp Trek 14 days but skipping some extra days on the itinerary.

The majority of trekkers travel from Kathmandu to Lukla. Likewise, 12-days Everest Base Camp Trek also starts from Lukla. The adventure begins even before you get to Lukla, while you are on a unique inclined landing strip between mountains and land. Most trekkers go for multi-days walking through Sherpa villages; a few even opt for traditional lodging facilities in the local homes.

The Everest Base Camp 12 days Trek also provides an insight into Sherpa’s lifestyle and culture and closely associated with Tibet. During your trip, you can visit Buddhist Monasteries overlooking Everest and the nearby Ama Dablam, which many consider being one of the most beautiful mountains in Nepal. Impressive views from the Kala Patthar peak–the Khumbu glacier’s chaotic ice sculpture, the Nuptse, and Everest itself.

Highlights

Trekking through the world Heritage site, Sagarmatha National Park, observing exotic flora and fauna.

Visit Everest Base Camp via Khumbu Glacier and hike to Kala Patthar for a breathtaking close-up view of Everest in a single excursion.

Be fascinated by the chilling wonder of the iconic Ama-Dablam and other impressive mountains within the Everest region.

Travel through the footsteps of the Himalayas’ legends, experiencing the lifestyle of the Sherpa community.

12-days Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary

Days	Destination	Altitude in Meters	Distance
1.	Arrival in Kathmandu
2.	Fly to Lukla, then trek to Phakding	2600	3h00
3.	Namche Bazaar	3464	6h00
4.	Tengboche	3800	5h00
5.	Dingboche	4400	6h00
6.	Lobuche	4900	6h00
7.	Gorakshep (visit EBC 5364 m)	5100	7h00
8.	Hike Kalapatthar 5545 m then trek to Pangboche	3900	7h00
9.	Namche	3460	6h00
10.	Lukla	2800	7h00
11.	Fly back to Kathmandu
12.	Final Departure

Everest Base Camp Trek is always a bucket list for intrepid travelers around the world. Due to a lack of extended holiday, some trekkers found skip this dream trip. So, we have crafted a short Everest Base Camp Trek to fulfill travelers’ dream who has a short holiday. The 12-days Everest Base Camp Trek is the best and 8^th wonders of the world, which offers you opportunities to enjoy some truly incredible views from the top of the world. Everything you need to know about Everest Base Camp Trek for a better experience if you plan to go for your next holiday.

The 12-days Everest Base Camp Trek needs physical fitness because it involves a few steep steps on the route. There are many well-marked routes; however, the Khumbu glacier is a somewhat unstable area where extreme attention is needed.

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu.

Arrival at the airport in Kathmandu. Welcome by the representative of the agency at the airport and transfer to your hotel.

Day 2: Kathmandu –Lukla (2800m) – Phakding(2600m) 40 minute by plane and 3h00 walk.

The adventurous journey to Everest Base Camp in the early morning transfer to the domestic terminal Flight to Lukla, the get way of Everest region and known as Khumbu too. Wonderful opportunities to see the chain Himalayas in a 40-minute flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Then a short trek to Phakding.

Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar. (3440 m) 6h00 walk.

The second of the journey the trails lead you Namche bazaar bypassing several Sherpa villages along the way with encountering smile people, their vibrant cultures, landscapes, forests. The trails ascend through the forests and bridges until reaching the meet point of the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi. About 2 hours steep climb; there is the first approach of Mt. Everest then continues to walk to Namche Bazaar the land of Sherpa.

Day 4: Namche – Tengboche (3860m)

It is as usual after the breakfast in Namche trek to next destination Tengboche, a large monastery of the region where Mani Rimdu festival conduct in October and many monks are meditation along the year. Enjoy the magnificent view of thunder Himalayas. The trail goes regularly down to reach in Sansa where we confluence a junction to go popular trail to Gokyo valley and Everest Base camp. Gradually descend to the Dudh Koshi River traversing villages and pine forests and cross a bridge slightly uphill similarly to Tengboche.

Day 5: Tengboche - Dingboche (4410m)

]A picturesque visit surround the Monastery and Himalayan scenery in the morning, as usual, start day journey toward Dingboche. An easy walk along day even in high altitude passes through several villages, Mani walls, and chhorten which influence by Tibetan Buddhism. Entering to Imja-Tse valley spectacular views of the mountain still remains from Dingboche

Day 6: Dingboche – Labuche (4900m) 5h00 walk

An adventurous journey to Everest base camp from Dingboche remains it Himalayan views in 360° along the trail to Lobuche. The trail seems easy walking due to the altitude it’s difficult to breathe during the walk. A steep walk through the moraine of Khumbu glacier from Thukla to Lobuche, we encounter many prayer flags and monuments in the memory of the mountaineers who deceased during the expedition.

Day 7: Lobuche – Everest Base Camp (5364m) – Gorakshep (5140m) 7h00 walk.

The trail goes to Gorakshep along the edge of Khumbu glacier. The vistas of snowy mountains we still perceive. A small climbing of Changri glacier and zigzag trail get Gorakshep. After having lunch in Gorakshep, heading to Everest Base Camp where we can see numerous tents in the Basecamp for expedition purpose. Your dream comes true while reach in Everest Base camp but not visible Everest from here. Then back to Gorakshep.

Day 8: Gorakshep – Kalapattar (5545m) – Pangboche (3900m) 7h00 walk.

We achieved the ultimate goal of the trip. Here begins another climax of the trek to reach the top of Kala Patthar where we can see a stunning view of Mt. Everest so far. Then continue to descend to Panboche with similar views of thunder Himalayas.

Day 9: Pangboche – Namche 6h00 walk

Easy walk to Dibuche then climb up to Tengboche. Descending to Pungki thanka and climb up to Sanasa where the junction of the trail goes to Gokyo Lake, Khumjung village, and Namche. Afterward, easy walk to Namche and the same views are remaining while ascending.

Day 10: Namche – Lukla 7h00 walk.

The First part of the trail is steep descending up to River and passes the same things while we have seen while ascending.

Day 11: Lukla – Kathmandu (Hotel includes)

Early morning, 40-minute thrilling flights to an airstrip at Lukla by private plane offers a marvelous view of Central Himalayas and as well as beautiful landscape and hills.

Day 12: Free day in Kathmandu (Hotel includes)

The day can be occupied as security day if the plane doesn’t flight in case of bad weather.

Day 13: Final departure.

Free time in Kathmandu and transfer to the airport two hours before the departure of your flight

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Kathmandu International Airport

DEPARTURE TIME

Please depart at least 3 hours before the flight.

INCLUDED

All airport/hotel transfers by private car.

Three nights 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.

Domestic Airfare (Round Trip)

Accommodations during trek. (Lodges/Guest Houses/Tea houses).

Meal during the trek

An experienced English-speaking trekking guide, assistant guide (5 Trekkers:1 Assistant Guide) and porters (2 Trekkers:1 porter Max. 20 Kg.)

All necessary documentation and permits (National park permit, TIMS)

Transportation as per itinerary

A First Aid Kits

Applicable Government Taxes

NOT INCLUDED

International Airfare

Nepal Visa fee (Advice to bring accurate amount USD in cash)

Meals in Kathmandu (except breakfast)

Extra night hotel in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.

Personal Expenses (i.e., phone calls, laundry, bar bills, extra porters, bottled or boiled water).

Travel Insurance

Guide & Porter gratuity

Indicated prices are in US$ dollars and payable in convertible currencies. All published rate on our website is set as low as possible. The prices may vary at any time due to currency fluctuation, fuel prices, and unforeseen economic circumstances. However, we guarantee our prices, which already signed up for your tour. Please consult us for a custom quote.

Is the water at Everest Base Camp Trek safe to drink?

No, you are not allowed to drink water from the direct tap or streams on the Everest Region Trek. But you can also use a purifier or SteriPen. It is expensive to buy water (maybe ten times the cost of purchasing water in Kathmandu).

Am I going to be sick on my trek at altitude?

Be conscious. This trek will be over 3500 m in elevation. The possibilities of having an altitude illness usually begin at this altitude. But to prevent this, we have planned the itinerary to give you time to acclimatize as much as possible.

How can I conquer the altitude sickness?

There’s nobody who’s going to suffer from altitude sickness. The younger and fitter people do not experience high altitude illnesses when they feel older and less fit. It’s not related to fitness or age. Speak to your private practitioner. Prescription medicines are available to help avoid the symptoms of altitude sickness. But go gently and listen to the body and be mindful of any changes and listen to your guide if he thinks that you have symptoms (which might not be apparent).

What happens if an emergency evacuation is required while I am trekking?

We will be able to collect your travel insurance policies and details before your trip. In case of emergency, we will be able to coordinate with your insurance company and helicopters company for emergency evacuation.

What about simple medication during the trek?

There is no doubt only be a First aid. We take a first-aid kit on every trip. We always advise you to make your own. Here’s a checklist of items you can bring, recommended. Vaccinations are not compulsory in Nepal; however, we suggest that you keep this checklist if necessary.