Highlights Great views on Trekking to Everest Base Camp and Kalapathar

Experience of local Sherpa culture

Scenic short flight Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu with beautiful Himalayan peaks

Exploring Sherpa villages of immense culture and traditions with tour of Buddhist monasteries

wonderful several suspension bridge including Hilary bridge

Every day of trekking the views would be different

Can see the view of Mt Everest from second day of trekking Trip Overview: Shortest Everest Base Camp Trek is suggested for physically fit and adventure seeker as it is designed without any acclimatize days in the high altitudes. This 9 Days Everest Base Camp Trekking is best for strong and tough trekkers and adventurer who wish to complete this fantastic journey in a short period of time.This will be another record in nine days trekking defying high altitude and just walking with some small breaks to catch your breath and wonder at the views. Mountain Magic Trek presents Shortest Everest Base Camp Trek, which is new and unique itinerary covering 2 weeks of tough and adventurous walk within 9 days, truly an amazing walk on the scenic high terrain of Khumbu valley in the shadow of Mt. Everest. 9 Days Shortest Everest Base Camp Trekking begins with short and earlier flight from Kathmandu takes you at Lukla small airstrip and then ready for adventurous walks towards high Khumbu to Everest Base Camp. As the shortest EBC trek progress heading higher past tree lines to reach around scenic windswept and arid country of ice-moraine and glaciers within world's highest mountains. Our Shortest Everest Base Camp Trek, explore Namche Bazaar with views of mountains and amazing landscapes, a great place for rest stops. Then we reach towards scenic Thyangboche Monastery surrounded with beautiful forest and snow-capped mountain with the view of Everest and Ama Dablam and series of smaller peaks. On reaching beneath the world's highest Mt. Everest Base Camp with time to marvel its great dramatic areas with Khumbu Ice Fall and glaciers, walk includes to the highest point at Kalapathar of above 5,545 m high with a sweeping panorama of giant peaks with Everest at close distance. Shortest Everest Base Camp Trek completes as we head back to Lukla where a scenic flight brings you to Kathmandu. After a wonderful, awesome and tough walk around high and beautiful Khumbu valley within Mt. Everest we conclude our journey in Kathmandu Outline Itinerary Day 01: From Kathmandu to Lukla Scenic Flight and short trek to Phakding. (Altitude: 2,652 miter / 3 hours) Day 02: From Phakding Trek to Namche Bazaar. (5-6 hours / Altitude: 3,440 miter) Day 03: From Namche Bazaar Trek to Pangboche. (5-6 hours / Altitude: 3,930 miter) Day 04: From Pangboche Trek to Thukla. (Altitude: 4,620 miter / 6-7 hours) Day 05: From Thukla Trek to Gorakshep - Everest Base Camp - Gorak Shep for overnight.(Altitude: 5,170 miter Gorak Shep and 5,364m Everest Base Camp / 5-6 hours) Day 06: From Gorakshep Climb up to Kalapatthar and back to Pheriche. (Altitude: 5,550 miter Kalapatther and 4,280 miter Pheriche / 6-7 hours) Day 07: From Pheriche to Namche Bazaar.(Altitude: 3,440 miter / 6-7 hrs ) Day 08: From Namche Bazaar to Lukla . (Altitude: 2,835 miter / 5-6 hrs ) Day 09: From Lukla Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.(Altitude: 1,300 miter / flight time : 30 -40 minutes) Note: Please note that above outline itinerary is just a guideline where hours of average walking distances are just approximate, providing you a clear idea to plan this wonderful trip to Everest within 8 nights and 9 days from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu. Important Note: Please be aware that taking a flight in smaller aircraft to mountainous region, where bad and unfavorable weather might prolong your journey, like delay to and from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu.Himalayan weather can be unpredictable sometimes, however we will try our best to make the itinerary days as it is where possible, in case of flight delay and cancellation situation arises, where you need to extend few days before and after the trekking days from the itinerary provided to be on the safe side.

Day 01: From Kathmandu to Lukla Scenic Flight and short trek to Phakding. (Altitude: 2,652miter, 3 to 4 hours ) Our trek starts after the flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. After our early morning breakfast, we go to the airport to catch the flight on our way to Lukla, we will come across many breathtaking sceneries of mountains and stupas we walk through several villages. After we reach Lukla we will then head towards Pakhding this is around 3 hours of walk. On our way to Pakhding, we will come across beautiful stone walls, painted and non-painted mani stones, pine forest and views of Dudh Kosi River many more. Note: Lukla Flights may depart and return to Ramechhap instead of Kathmandu due to ongoingupgrades at Kathmandu Airport. Ramechhap airport is a 4 hour drive from Kathmandu so we will getstarted for the airport around 3 or 4 am. Includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Tea or Coffee Day 02: From Phakding to Namche Bazaar. (5-6 hours, Altitude: 3,440 miter) On this day we trek towards Namche Bazar, one of the beautiful destination on our trek to Everest Base Camp. Overcoming some obstacles we come across Sagarmatha National Park, where you can have proper access to the internet. After walking for a while from here we can enjoy with a clear view of Mount Everest. Going up the same path we eventually reach Namche Bazar. We will be seeing various different culture, natural beauty also we will be provided with various every day facilities like Banks, internet cafe, and others since this place being the main gateway to the Everest Region. Our accommodation will be arranged in a tea house or lodge. Includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Tea or Coffee Day 03: From Namche Bazaar Trek to Pangboche. (5-6 hours , Altitude: 3930 miter) Heading towards Tengboche from Namche after breakfast, the first view of Ama Dablam, Lhotse Shar, Taboche, Kangtega, and Thamserku is witnessed. Moving forward, we pass by an Army Barrack at Phunke Tenga and arrive at Tengboche In lunchtime. After your lunch in Tengboche is famous for the Buddhist Monastery, we visit and explore the monastery Then treks another 2 hourAscending along the stone steps, we see the National Park Head Office as we pass by Deboche. Following up the path, we reach Pangboche where a religious place called Pangboche Gompa exists. Our accommodation would be in a tea house or lodge. Includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Tea or Coffee Day 04: From Pangboche to Thukla. (Altitude: 4620 miter, 6-7 hours) After Breakfast In Pangboche we Ascending along the stone steps, up Following path, we reach Horsho and Somore, Pheriche which is lunch place on our treks. Walking over some flat trails, surpassing tea shops, we arrive at Thukla. Here you get tea house or lodge for accommodation Includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Tea or Coffee Day 05: Feom Thukla Trek to Gorak Shep and we go to Everest base camp then back to Gorak Shep for overnight.(Altitude: 5170 miter and 5364 miter 5-6 hours) After breakfast at Thukla then Climbing high, we follow the Everest Base Camp Trek trail and come across Pyramid, Lobuche pass at 5110m, and Gorak Shep Tsho Lake at Gorakshep. We have lunch at Gorak shep and stepping up, passing by Camp and Pumori B.C., we reach Everest Base Camp (5364). We come back to Gorak shep for an overnight stay in a tea house or lodge. Includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Tea or Coffee Day 06: From Gorak Shep Climb up to Kalapatthar and Trek back to Pheriche. (Altitude: 5550m / kalapatther 4280 miter / Pheriche, 6-7 hours) In order to snap in the breathtaking morning view, the sun rays over the snow-capped Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and others, we walk towards Kala Patthar at an altitude of 5550m. From Kala Patthar, we descend towards Dingboche via Lobuche and reach Pheriche. Walking down from Pheriche, We stay at Pheriche you get tea-house or lodge accommodation. Includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Tea or Coffee Day 07: From Pheriche to Namche Bazar.(Altitude: 3,440 miter, 6 to 7 hours As the trail descends, the travel is easier and faster in pace. Following back the same trail with stone walls around, passing by places like Deboche, and Tengboche, we arrive at Phunke Tenga. Heading downwards and crossing a suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River, this trek onwards to the Namche Bazaar. Views of peaks like Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Tawache and Lhotse are stunning from here. We stay here for an overnight in a tea house or lodge. Includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Tea or Coffee Day 08: From Namche to Lukla . (Altitude: 2835 miter, 5 to 6 hours ) From Namche, we walk back downhill and reach Monju. Following back the same trail towards Lukla via Phakding and the same glorious views as well the Sherpa valleys around, we step in Lukla. We will stroll around the Lukla and also reconfirm the flight ticket on this day. Enjoying the very last moments of our Everest Base Camp Trek, we celebrate and have dinner with the crew members. Includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Tea or Coffee Day 09: From Lukla Fly back to Kathmandu. (Altitude: 1,300 miter ,flight time : 30 to 40 minutes We will take in Lukla to Kathmandu flight that is around 30 to 40 minutes. You will meet the team of Mountain Magic Treks who will drop you at the Hotel you stayed before (unless changed). As this is the last day, we enjoy the farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with live music and enjoy the moments. Includes: Breakfast with Tea or Coffee

Cost Inclusive All airport transportation with Pic ups and drops

Necessary paperwork with Permit and TIMS (Trekking Information Management Card )

An experienced English- Speaking Gov. registered Guide and local porter to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 Porter)

Guide, Porter Salary Insurance, equipment food, and lodging

Full meals of your choice (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with Tea & Coffee) during the trek

Supplementary snacks (cookies and energy bar)

Seasonal Fresh fruit every day after dinner

All mountain accommodation (Soft, comfortable, twin room with sharing toilet)

All government and local taxes

Trekking equipment such as Down jacket, sleeping bag, and duffel bag

A comprehensive medical kit

Flights, Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu Cost Exclusive Hotel In Kathmandu

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu

Bar drinks

Boiled water

Bottle drinks

Hot shower

Electronic device re-charge

Wi-fi

Personal expenses

Travel Insurance and Evacuation insurance

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Trip Information: In this trip one needs to be in good physical shape with sound health to avoid other medical complication on route the journey and, just follow our guide advice and suggestion which keeps and makes you feel secure to enjoy this fabulous adventure with us in this short trekking period of 9 Days Everest Base Camp Trek.Like in all trips and adventure with us we strongly suggest that you abtain travel and Medical insurance in case of immediate rescue and emergency evacuation by any means of transportation including swift on Helicopter. Weather & Climate on 9 days Short Everest Base Camp Trek: The weather depending upon the season of trekking in Everest Himalayan belts, where's Everest trekking can be visited all time of the year, however monsoon months of July to mid September will be wet but much greener with heavy moistures. The best time will be from March to May when wild flowers are in full bloom around 2,000 m to 3,000 m high and then tree lines and vegetation declines for rough arctic terrain, the temperature will be 15 to 20 degree Celsius during the day with sunlight, morning and evening can be much cooler with minimum of -0 to 05 degree Celsius not counting the wind chill factors. As the trek leads higher above 4,000 m from Dingboche temperature drops in the shade as well in the morning and night time, day will be clear with strong sunlight, wind and UV (due to drop in oxygen and air pressure on high elevation) , where you need strong sun screen to avoid sun burn in direct sunlight and equipment needs real windproof . Mid September to December will be the clearest weather with nice view of the mountans even in a far distance but with short days minimum of -05 to -10 degree Celsius in the morning and night time with maximum of 15-20 degree during the day in full sunlight, also depends upon the altitude and areas of trekking. December to March will be the coldest months with chances of snows with minimum of -10 to -15 degree Celsius with maximum 15-18 degree Celsius without wind chill factor, however most of the day time will be clear with fine blue sky but if you are planing trek in this time of year do you need high quality equepment. Important Notes for 9 days EBC Trekking: Main flow of foreign visitors in Nepal is for trekking from moderate to adventurous or challenging treks, the most important is choosing the right trip as per your duration of holiday and fitness, for Everest Himalayan trekking adventure one needs to be in sound health and physically fit. On booking with us preparation of fitness required like walking-jogging-Jumba-aerobic at least a month before your departure from home country, and all clients should be prepared with Travel and Medical Insurance (in case for sudden accidents and immediate evacuation by any means of transport available for quick relief to nearest hospitals. Please send us your dietary list and medical history report so that we can arrange well in advance respectively. If someone needs to break from the trip of own choice due to medical and personal problem in this case refund will not be entertained as per the company policy and norms. Book the ticket from home for Kathmandu-Nepal to reach at least a day ahead or earlier from trek departure with much space in Kathmandu after the trek, this allows you with more time in Nepal to enjoy the culture and heritage life of Nepalese and also in case of flight delay (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu) which can happen sometimes due to freak bad and unfavorable weather. Things to do before travel Nepal Nepal Visa: If you are wondering about how to obtain Nepal visa, then the easiest way to obtain it is at the Tribhuwan International Airport upon your arrival in Nepal or else at the immigration entry point if you are entering through the border of India or Tibet. Note: There are few countries namely Nigeria, Ghana, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, Somalia, Cameroon, Swaziland, Iraq, Ethiopia, Liberia, Palestine, etc. People from these countries do not get visa from the immigration entry points of Nepal.) What do you need to obtain Nepal visa? Click here for Application form: Nepal Entry Application Download PDF If you are thinking of taking visa at the airport or immigration entry point, following are your requirements: A valid passport (The passport should have validity of at least six months) You should fill the application form for visa available at airport or immigration entry points. Two passport size photos Visa fees which should be paid in cash. Entry Points to Nepal: Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu

Eastern Nepal – Kakarvitta, Jhapa

Central Nepal – Birjung, Parsa

Northern Border – Kodari, Sindhupalchowk

Western – Rupandehi (Belhiya, Bhairahawa)

Mid-western – Banke (Jamuna, Nepalgunj)

Far western – Kailali (Mohana, Dhangadhi) / Kanchanpur (Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar) Visa Fees: USD 25 or equivalent convertible currency for 15 days.

USD 40 or equivalent convertible currency for 30 days.

USD 100 or equivalent convertible currency for 90 days.

For the tourist of SAARC nationals, free visa up to 30 days. Visa is not required for Indian nationals. However, if they enter Nepal via air, they will have to show a valid identification certificate (passport/ citizenship certificate). The children under the age of 10 do not need to show identification certificate. Visa Extension If you want to extend visa for 15 days or less, visa extension charge is USD 30 or equivalent convertible currency

If you want to extend the visa for more than 15 days, USD 2 will be charged per day after 15 days. However, the visa can be extended maximum up to 150 days in a visa year (Visa year refers to year starting January to December.) Transit Visa: When a foreigner has to get down at Nepalese airport as a result of his/her transit point or due to any force landing for whatever the reason, the foreigner can obtain transit visa for a day after paying USD 5 or any other currency equivalent. Other General Information: Entering in to Nepal or staying in Nepal without a valid visa is illegal.

Tourist visa can be obtained either through the Nepalese embassy or consulate or other mission offices in your nation or at the immigration entry points in Nepal listed above.

Visa once issued cannot be amended and the visa fees are non-refundable.

You should pay the Nepal visa fees in cash. Credit card or cheque are not acceptable.

Visa charges are not applicable for children under 10 years of age, however, they must obtain a valid visa.

If you are obtaining a new passport or travel document, you are advised to contact the Immigration Department for the document transfer.

Always carry your passport and trekking permit while on trekking.

Some of the areas are restricted for filming. Therefore, be careful not to do the activities that are strictly prohibited.

The culture, tradition and sentiments of Nepalese people should be respected. Do not perform any activities that would hurt their sentiments.

Do not perform any activities that would lead to moral turpitude. Travel Insurance A travel-insurance policy that covers theft, loss and medical problem is best for traveling in Nepal. There are a wide variety of policies available, so check the small print carefully. Make sure are covered for adventure activities and high altitude. Since you reach above 3500 meters on quite a few treks in Nepal, it is best to choose a policy that covers medical and emergency repatriation, including helicopter evacuation for trekkers and general medical evacuation. Also understand that must medical treatment and facilities/hospitals must be paid for at the point of delivery of the patient. So it’s wise to choose a policy that pays doctors or hospitals directly rather than you having to pay on the spot and claim later. Best time to visit Nepal Spring (March, April, May) and autumn (Sep, Oct, Nov) are the best time of the year to visit Nepal. During this time, the weather is pleasant with efficient sunlight and warmth. The sky is clear which means that you can truly enjoy the remarkable Nepalese landscape complete with the Himalayan vista. During the monsoon (June, Aug) although there will be no problem for trekking, the issue could be of less visibility and rain. But for a keen botanist, monsoon is a blessing as the higher valleys, mountains and meadows blossom with flowers and abundant vegetation. You can trek in winter ( Dec, Jan, Feb) as well especially in the hilly regions but as you reach higher elevations it is much more colder with snow- fall. If you don’t necessary enjoy crowds, trekking during the monsoon or winter or choosing more solitary trekking destination could be your options. Note that due to global warming there has been a change in the regular climate worldwide and Nepal is no exception. Please be open to unpredictable weather conditions as well