Everest Base Camp Short Trek - 10 Days

When you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, our representative, holding a placard with your name, will greet you. As a traditional gesture of hospitality, you’ll receive a marigold garland. From there, we will escort you to your hotel in a private vehicle. 

On the departure day, we’ll fly you to Lukla, the gateway to the Everest region. During peak trekking seasons (March, April, May, September, October, and November), flights to Lukla from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) may be rerouted to Manthali Airport due to high air traffic. During these months, our guide will pick you up from your hotel around 12:30 AM for a five-hour drive to Manthali. From there, you'll take a 20-minute flight to Lukla.

In the off-season months (December, January, February, June, July, and August), flights operate directly from Kathmandu to Lukla, taking about 40 minutes. On these departure days, we'll transfer you to Kathmandu Airport early in the morning. Once in Lukla, your trekking adventure officially begins as you hike towards Phakding, marking the start of an unforgettable journey to Everest Base Camp.

During your Everest Base Camp trek, you’ll spend nine nights in hand-picked mountain lodges, offering comfort and authenticity. In Lukla, Phakding, and Namche (2 nights), you’ll stay in rooms with attached bathrooms. In higher-altitude regions like Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorakshep, and Pheriche, you’ll stay in standard lodge rooms that are clean and comfortable.

You will have access to basic amenities like hot showers (for a small fee) and Wi-Fi at most lodges. Please note that accommodation in Kathmandu for two nights (before and after your trek) isn’t included in the trek package.

You’ll enjoy full-board (main course) meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) provided at lodges/teahouses. Menus typically include a mix of Nepali, Asian, and popular Western dishes. We strongly recommend consuming hot drinks like green tea, lemon tea, ginger tea, and garlic soup to aid acclimatization.

It’s best to avoid non-vegetarian dishes since meat might not always be fresh. Dairy products, caffeine, and alcohol are also not healthy options during high-altitude treks. Please note beverages (hot, cold, and alcoholic), snacks, or extra dishes are not included in this package.

We assign one porter for every two trekkers. Each porter will carry a maximum of 18 kg. It means your luggage allowance is 9 kg per person. We recommend you partner with a fellow traveler and pack your things together in a duffle bag of over sixty liters. You’ll also need a small backpack for essentials like water bottles, cameras, snacks, and important documents. If you have extra luggage, you can safely store it at our Discovery World Trekking office in Kathmandu free of charge.

• Water

Along the trail, you can buy bottled mineral water at teahouses or refill your bottles with boiled water provided at lodges for a small fee. To minimize plastic waste, we strongly encourage bringing reusable water bottles and water purification tablets. Avoid drinking water directly from taps, rivers, or natural sources, as it might be unsafe. 

• Communication

Mobile networks are available at lower elevations, but signals can be weak or unreliable as you climb higher. If staying connected is important, consider purchasing a local SIM card in Kathmandu. Discovery World Trekking also maintains regular contact with our trek leaders via mobile phones, ensuring your safety and keeping you connected with the outside world in case of emergencies.

• Visa

All nationals, except Indian citizens, require a visa to enter Nepal. You can obtain one through an on-arrival visa at Tribhuvan International Airport. Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months, and bring a recent passport-sized photo. The visa fee for a 30-day stay is USD 50. It’s always best to check current visa regulations before your trip on the official website: https://www.immigration.gov.np/.

• Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is mandatory for the Everest Base Camp trek. Your policy must cover health care and emergency helicopter evacuation costs at high altitudes (up to 5,500 m). Call your insurance provider directly to confirm helicopter rescue coverage. 

• Currency Exchange

The official currency in Nepal is the Nepali Rupee (NPR). You can exchange your currency (EURO, USD, GBP) at legitimate exchange counters or banks in Kathmandu. Please bring new, clean, and crisp currency notes, as banks/money exchanges may not accept old, torn, or worn-out notes. You can withdraw cash in Nepali Rupees from ATMs in Kathmandu for a service fee and some restrictions.

• Extra Expenses

While the Everest Base Camp trek package covers most essential costs, there are additional expenses you should budget for. You will need money for extra course meals, beverages (tea, coffee, soft drinks, and alcoholic drinks), snacks, souvenirs, tips, etc.

The Everest Base Camp trek is best during two main seasons: Spring (March, April, May) and Autumn (September, October, November). During these months, the skies are typically clear, the temperatures are moderate, and the mountains look breathtaking. Spring brings blooming rhododendrons, while autumn offers crystal-clear panoramas of the towering peaks. 

The Winter months (December, January, February) are colder, with heavy snowfall at higher altitudes, but the trails are less crowded, offering a quieter trekking experience. Summer/Monsoon (June, July, August) brings heavy rainfall, slippery trails, and the risk of flight delays, but it also rewards trekkers with lush landscapes and fewer crowds. In the higher altitudes, during Spring the temperatures range from  20 °C to  -5 °C; during summer 27 °C to 5°C; during autumn 25 °C to -10 °C;  and during winter 15 °C to -20 °C. 

• Flight Delays

Flights between Kathmandu (or Manthali) and Lukla depend on weather conditions. If you have a tight schedule, you can hire a helicopter. However, it will cost around USD 550, provided five people split the cost. We advise you to add at least two buffer days to account for potential flight disruptions.

Your day typically starts early, with breakfast around 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM. After breakfast, you will walk for 3 to 4 hours before stopping for lunch around midday, followed by an hour of rest.

The afternoon trek usually lasts another 2 to 3 hours, ending at the lodge or tea house where you’ll spend the night. Once you reach your destination, you’ll have time to explore nearby landmarks, take photographs, or simply relax.

Dinner is around 7:00 PM, followed by a briefing about the next day from your guide. Evenings are for socializing, playing board games, reading books, or learning basic Nepali phrases as per your interest.

• Farewell Dinner

After your unforgettable journey, we will host a farewell dinner in Kathmandu to celebrate your achievement. This is also a good time to provide us with your feedback. Later, you’ll also receive a trek achievement certificate as a token of accomplishment.

• Departure

On your departure day, a Discovery World Trekking representative will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu. Please share your hotel name, room number, departure date, and time for this service. 

• Private Treks

Discovery World Trekking offers private treks only, suitable for families, groups of friends, or solo trekkers who prefer flexibility in their itinerary, pace, and accommodations. We are ready to handle all group sizes and add an assistant guide for a group of 12 or more.

• Safe Trek Bookings

As a government-authorized and licensed trekking agency, Discovery World Trekking is a proud member of the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) and the Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN). We require 10 percent of the trek cost as an advance to confirm booking. You can pay using bank transfer, credit card, Wise, or Western Union. The remaining amount is due when you arrive in Kathmandu. In Kathmandu, you can also pay in cash. We will also email you payment details. Please send us your essential documents, such as passport photocopy, within a week of booking.

• Last-Minute Bookings

For those making last-minute travel decisions, we have a last-minute booking provision. In this provision, you must clear the entire cost of the trek booking 24 hours before the intended departure. We are ready to organize treks at any time, but in case of last-minute booking, your trek may be delayed due to factors beyond our control, such as flight unavailability.

• Flexible Schedule

If the fixed departure dates don’t align with your plans, we can adjust. Hence, let us know if your trip departure dates do not suit you.

• Trip Extension

If you have extra time in Nepal, we can arrange other activities based on your interests, such as a sightseeing tour in Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park Safari, or another trek. 

We treat our valuable clients and staff members as part of our family. Our experienced guides come from remote high Himalayas. They are government-licensed, have completed wilderness first aid training, and are experienced in rock climbing. We support our team members by providing fair wages, proper gear, insurance coverage, meals, and accommodations during the trek, as we believe only happy persons will keep others happy.

We follow a leave-no-trace policy, ensuring that all waste generated during the trek is properly disposed of or carried back to designated disposal areas. Moreover, we partner with the Kathmandu Environmental Education Project (KEEP) to keep our trek eco-friendly.

Tipping is a customary practice in Nepal’s trekking industry. It serves as a gesture of gratitude for the hard work, dedication, and care of your guides, porters, and support staff. We recommend you tip collectively at the end of the trek. The tip amount should reflect service quality, trek cost, and length.

We look forward to guiding you to Everest Base Camp through some of the most stunning landscapes in the Himalayas.