Trip Highlight Scenic flight to Lukla the gateway to Everest Base Camp

15+ years experienced local guide and porter

Acute Mountain Sickness friendly trekking itinerary

Sherpa Culture and tradition

Long and High suspension Hanging Bridges along the way

Tibetan Buddhism and practice

Best option for trekking in limited vacation, physically fit and altitude experience trekker

Closure view of the Himalaya’s en-route to EBC and return

Highest Base Camp of the world and highest Mountain

Breathtaking view of Mount Everest Sunrise and Sun set from Kalapathar viewpoint

Comfortable Accommodation and hygiene meals every day Trip Overview Mountain Magic Treks offers Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek 10 days to the enthusiastic trekkers who want to enjoy the life in the mystical land of the Everest Himalayas of Nepal in a reasonable price but have tight time schedule and limited holiday. Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek 10 days package is without any rest day for acclimatization in the high altitude. Although the package is cheap for you, this package is proposed only to the trekkers who are physically fit and also have thin air experienced in the past. During the 10 days trek to EBC starts by 30 minutes mountain flight from Kathmandu city to Lukla and a short hike to Phakding village. The flight offers cerulean landscape and serene picturesque of the Everest Himalayan range. From Lukla, the trek begins through Pasang Lhamu Sherpa memorial gate to the Sherpas settlement at Cheplung, Thodo Koshi and Ghat before the trail ascend to another beautiful green village Phakding. The trail traces through suspension bridge offering the first glimpse of roaring Dudhkoshi river, Prayer wheels, Painted Mani wall and around 500 years old monastery. The trekking trail from Phakding to Namche Bazaar traces through tallest and long suspension bridges and dense forest of Sagarmatha National park offering the introductory view of Kongde Peak (6,187 m) before the trail come across the villages Toktok Benkar, Chhamuwa and Monjo. After crossing the another suspension bridge at Chhamuwa village, the trail halts at Monjo which is entrance point to Sagaramatha National Park where purchase National Park permit to get approval of Everest Base Camp Trek. Everest Base Camp Trekking Tail resumes to next stop Namche Bazaar through dense forest of Sagarmatha National park. The park is the highest national park of Nepal which is in 3,440 m altitude, it provides the shelter to countless flora and fauna. The trekkers may encounter with endangered birds, animals or plants while treading inside the wood. The trekking trail also offers the introductory view of Mt. Everest under blue canopy after crossing the suspension bridge over Dudhkosi (river). Namche Bazaar is a popular ‘tourist hub’ and a popular stop for night stay in Everest region hail the trekkers and tourists with all modern amenities. Although Namche Bazaar serves the delicious cuisine and international beverage, the experts recommend not to eat unhygienic food and alcohol to avoid AMS in higher elevation.The trail from Namche Bazaar inclines towards the holy village Tengboche with the beautiful view of sparkling peaks: Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Taboche, and Thamserku. After meandering through twisting and turning trail, the water driven wheel near Phunke Tenga village inspires the trekkers to keep walking to Tengboche monastery. Tengboche is renowned for the sacred Tengboche gompa (monastery) which is encircled amidst the gigantic peaks: Taboche, Cholatse, Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Khagtega and Thamserku. The Gompa is the center of attraction for many national and international Buddhist pilgrims during Mani Rimdu festival in the month of October and November. The well preferred stop of many trekkers in Everest region is ‘The Summer Valley' Dingboche. The trekkers enjoy sun-bask in the village as sun stays till evening. The village also offers the vista of serene dusk in dimming sky and grants the opportunity for the perfect shot of silhouette. The peculiar feature of the village is the fields surrounded by stones wall to protect the crops from icy and sandy wind.The trekking trail from Dingboche then leads to other Sherpa village Lobuche via Thukla. The village lies near the foot of Khumbu glacier and offers the panoramic sight of towering snow-capped Lobuche east (6,119m), and Lobuche west (6,145m) with view of Everest Base Camp on the glacier with khumbu ice fall. The village is small and has limited tea houses so the trekkers have to share the dormitory during the peak season. Lobuche is the popular among trekkers for night stay. As the trails leads gradually uphill through moraine glacier, sand pit and boulders along Imja river valley, the trekkers feel the trail more strenuous while heading to Gorakshep which is (5,180m). The village is the last human settlement in Everest Himalayan region which serves the trekkers with internet access and cozy accommodation. It is a platform to ascend Everest Base Camp (5,364m) or Kala Patthar Summit (5,643m). The hike from Gorakshep to EBC is the most awaited journey for all the trekkers. Trekkers feel gratitude and blessed for the perfect scenery of Khumbu icefall and Nuptse (7,861m). Enjoy the most precious time at EBC and celebrate your triumph by singing dancing and capturing photos and videos. The prime highlight of Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek is short trip to Kala Patthar summit in the early morning for the sparkling sunrise over Mt. Everest and Nuptse. The trip is so rewarding as it offers the 360-degree view of Himalayan range and panoramic landscape. After spending some wonderful hours at the peak, the trail drops down to Gorakshep where trekkers devour their breakfast before heading towards Pheriche. Eventually, the trail declines to Namche and then Lukla following the same route accept Pheriche for the thrilling mountain flight to Kathmandu. Outline Itinerary Day 01: From Kathmandu to Lukla flight and trek to Phakding (30m flight/ 3hrs trek) Day 02: From Phakding (2,610m) trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/ 6-7hrs) Day 03: From Namche Bazaar (3,440m) trek to Tengboche (3,860m/5-6hrs ) Day 04: Fom Tengboche trek to Dengbouche (4,410m / 5-6 hrs) Day 05: From Dingboche trek to Lobuche (4,940m / 5hrs) Day 06: From Lobuche trek to Gorakshep (5,164m/) then Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and then back to Gorakshep (5,164m) Day 07: Trek from Gorakshep (5,164m ) to Kalapatthar (5,545m) and Gorakshep (5,164m) to Pheriche (4,371m/ 5-6hrs) Day 08: Pheriche (4,371m) to Namche Bazar (3,440m/ 6-7hrs) Day 09: Namche (3,440m) to Lukla (2,845m/ 6-7hrs) Day 10: From Lukla to Kathmandu flight 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 9 nights and 10 days from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu. Important Note: It is recommended that you should arrive in Kathmandu a day earlier before you start your Everest Base camp Trek (if you do not have a day tour of KTM scheduled). When you arrive a day earlier, you will have time to rest as well as time to buy trekking equipment if necessary, it is best to have some extra days (1 or 2) after you have finished your trek because your flight to Kathmandu from Lukla might be canceled or delayed due to bad weather. So altogether it is recommended to have a few extra days beside the trip schedule so that you don’t miss your International Flight.

Day 01: From Kathmandu to Lukla flight and trek to Phakding (30m flight/ 3hrs trek) Early Morning, transfer to the Airport and fly 30 minutes to Lukla Hillary airport. Lukla airport is the highest and one of the most dangerous airport in Nepal, where is just single runway over a cliff. The journey to the Everest Base Camp begins from Lukla after registering at Lukla Tourist Check point. The trail entering through Pasang Lhamu Sherpa Memorial gate (Pasang Lhamu Sherpa is first climber from Nepal in a women). As the trail goes down to Cheplung village of Sherpa settlements, from Cheplung, the trail crosses through suspension bridge over the Thado Kosi and offers the introductory mountain view of Mt Khumbila (5,710m) before reaching at Ghat. The trail continues to Phakding offering spectacular demonstration of the 500 years old monastery, prayer wheels, mantras painted Mani stones and gompas. After a few hours of walk into the pine forest from Ghat, the trail halts at Phakding where the trekkers take shelter on the first day of trekking. Day 02: From Phakding (2,610m) trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/ 6-7hrs) After the warm breakfast, your 2nd day trek commences from Phakding route to Namche Bazaar. This is so enchanting though it is a long and tiring walk. The trail from Phakding leads to several Sherpa villages like Tok tok, Zamfute, Benkar to reach Monjo village, this is the boarder of Sagarmatha National Park. Submit your National park entry card for the permission of Everest Base Camp Trek. From here, the trial advances through suspension bridge over Dudh-Koshi river in Jhorsale village which is the confluence of Dudh-Koshi and Bhote-Koshi rivers. The trek concludes at Namche Bazaar, the largest touristic hub in Everest region. Namche Bazaar has all the amenities to spend the night at fully accommodated hotel. Day 03: From Namche Bazaar (3,440m) trek to Tengboche (3,860m/5-6hrs ) The trek continues after delicious breakfast in the morning at Namche. From Namche Bazaar, the trail ascends uphill for a few hours through Museum, Buddhist Mani, dense juniper forest and Sherpa village then reachs Kyangjuma, from where the trail departs to Gokyo lake trek on left and Everest Base Camp on your right. The trail afterward offers the glorious view of peaks like Ama Dablam while descending down to the Lawichasa and Tashinga village. From here Walking through the dense and tall rhododendron forest and suspension bridges for about 2 hours from Phunki Thanga, you reach at Tengboche. The village has the largest monastery of Everest region (which call Tengboche Gompa as well). This Gompa is still lively and perform longest festival of Khumbu region, Mani Rimdu festival in the month of October-November. Enjoy the night at lodge at Tengboche. Day 04: Fom Tengboche trek to Dengbouche (4,410m / 5-6 hrs) From Tengboche, trekking trail follows the stone paved path and rhododendron forest to reach at Debuche. The trail then traces towards the junction of Pangboche through the dense forest and suspension bridges over the Imja Khola. From here, trial follows the arid landscape and boulders with the closer view of Ama Dablam (6,856m) and finally comes across the flat trail ahead Orso. Walking uphill from Orso village along Imja river valley offers the pristine view of the Himalayas which inspires trekkers to continue to Dengbouche. For tourists, ‘The summer valley’, Dengbouche is the ideal stop for night stay and acclimatization day. Day 05: From Dingboche trek to Lobuche (4,940m / 5hrs) After warm breakfast at Dengboche, the trail follows though rocky boulders to Thukla village (4,620m). The ridge offers the fantastic view of many Himalayan peaks: Taboche (6,542m), Cholatse (6,440m), Ama Dablam (6,856m), Pumori (7,161m), Khumbutse (6,636) and Lhotse (8,516m) and Bhote kosi river running from EBC, which makes the strenuous trail easy and painless. From Thukla, the trail follows gradually uphill to the next stop where you can view the memorials of missing peoples on summits (Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori). After the rest and viewing the memorials the trail heads through flat and rucky path to Lobuche. Overnight, stay at lodge at Lobuche. Warning! The cold night at Lobuche can make you sick, therefore it is better to stay inside the hotels and keep warm your buddy. Day 06: From Lobuche trek to Gorakshep (5,164m/) then Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and then back to Gorakshep (5,164m) The trail concluding to Everest Base Camp from Lobuche through narrow mountain gaps, glacial moraine alongside the world’s highest glacier, which call Khumbu glacier. Walk slowly but steadily and drink water as much as you can to avoid AMS. After walking for 2-3 hours through rocky path and glacier, you get at the last human settlement, Gorakshep village. The climate of the village is too cold temperature as it is located at the elevation of 5,164 m. Gorakshep is the fork from where the path separates to Everest Base Camp and Kalapathar. Only physically fit trekkers can hike and back Kala Patthar on the same day while other trekkers keep the hike to Kala Patthar for next morning. The trail from here now is full of sand pit and boulders which makes the trek more strenuous. Never lose hope! Be motivated! The best moment of your life is awaiting you at a few distances. It takes 2-3 hours to reach Everest Base Camp. Once the trail meets at the Base camp (5,364m), all the pain will be faded away by the tranquil scenery of Khumbu ice fall and sparkling view of Nuptse. For your achievement. Relieve the moment, pose for the photo, take a rest and get saturated before heading to Gorakshep. There are 4 Lodges at Gorakshep so it is normal if the lodges are crowded in high seasons. Caution: Gorakshep is sandy and flat village. So, don’t forget to carry the gears like sunglasses, hat and thin scarf to protect yourself from strong icy breeze and sandy mud. Day 07: Trek from Gorakshep (5,164m ) to Kalapatthar (5,545m) and Gorakshep (5,164m) to Pheriche (4,371m/ 5-6hrs) This is the main highlight of the trek is side trip hike to Kala Patthar (5,644m). Everest is hidden from Everest Base Camp therefore the side trip to Kala patthar is scheduled on this day morning. For the mesmerizing gleaming view of Mt. Everest (8848m), Lingtren (6,749m), Khumbutse (6,636m), Nuptse (7,861m), Pumori (7,161m) trekkers commences their trek before the dawn. From Kalapathar viewpoint offers the 360-degree view of the Himalayan range and cerulean landscape which is the blessing for lifetime. After spending few hours at the Kalapathar, the trail descends to Gorakshep for the warm breakfast. Your journey from the land of the Himalayas descends down to the same route towards the Sherpa village Lobuche, Thukla village along tea houses. At Thukla, the trail stops at a fork which leads to Dengboche or Perische. Following the route to Pheriche village, stroll down towards the wide valley, Pheriche. This village is famous for the elementary health post that is run under Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA). The health post provides emergency service and education about AMS to the trekkers. This day you will be staying in Pheriche. Day 08: Pheriche (4,371m) to Namche Bazar (3,440m/ 6-7hrs) After having breakfast, the trip descends from Pheriche to the commercial hub, Namche Bazaar. The trail continuously drops down to Orso and somare village via flat trail following the west bank of Imja river. Again, the trail drops down to Pangboche along Imja khola river and climbs up to Debuche and Tengboche through dense forest. From Tengboche, descend to Phunki Thenga and again ascend to Sanasa following the same route. The trail presents a relaxing sight of picturesque landscape and mountains while climbing the ridge to Namche Bazaar. The tourist epicenter, Namche Bazaar is a perfect place to celebrate your achievement. Have fun with international cuisine and chilled beverages at your lodge or at restaurants in the evening time. Day 09: Namche (3,440m) to Lukla (2,845m/ 6-7hrs) After delicious breakfast at Namche Bazaar, the trek resumes down the steep path to Lukla crossing Dudh Koshi river with several Suspension bridges. The small Gompas, rhododendron and forest, pleasant environment en-route bewitch the trekkers. Walking for few hours from Namche Bazaar, the dense village in the Himalayan region, Lukla appears fascinating from distance. Lukla is the village with all modern amenities. Enjoy happy hour at Lukla by playing billiards, exploring the pubs or sipping beverages. Overnight, stay at an accommodated lodge in Lukla. Day 10: From Lukla to Kathmandu flight The trek concludes after 30 minutes flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. After landing at kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel. Shower your soaked body with warm water, arrange your luggage and check your passport, tickets and other important belongings before final departure for your home.

Trip Cost Inclusive For the Domestic flight airport transfers

Flights from Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu

All airport taxes

All necessary paper work and permits (National Park permit and TIMS)

An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide and local Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter)

Guide and porter salaries, insurance, equipment, transport, food and lodging

Full meals on your choice (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Supplementary snacks: energy bar and cookies

Seasonal fresh fruits deserts every day

Unlimited Chlorine treated Safe Drinking water

Accommodation: Lodge (Twin room)

A comprehensive First Aid kit

Oxi-meter: To check, heart rating and oxygen saturation to Everest Base Camp and return

All government and local taxes

Trekking equipment: down filled sleeping bag, walking poles and duffel bag

Souvenir: Trekking Route map printed T Shirts Trip Cost Exclusive Hotel & Meals in Kathmandu

Hot and bottle drinks

Electronic device re-charge

Wi Fi

Hot Shower

Travel Insurance and Evacuation Insurance

Tip for the staffs

Trekking Equipment List: If it’s too much to carry from your home country some of the necessary equipment can be hired or bought in Kathmandu around Thamel as well. Most of the equipment is general and standard lists for all seasons while on trek, but may differ as per the season and duration of trekking and areas of your chosen trip. For head: Sun hat or scarf

Light balaclava or warm fleece head gear.

Sun glasses and snow goggles with UV protection. For Lower Body: Under Garments

Hiking shorts

Lightweight cotton long pants

Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms

Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)

Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants For Feets: Thin, lightweight inner socks

Thick, warm wool hiking socks

Hiking boots with spare laces

Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)

Gaiters for hiking in winter to the base camp For Upper Body: T-shirts

Light and expedition weight thermal tops

Fleece jacket or pullover

Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)

Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket

Down vest and/or jacket

For Hands:

Lightweight gloves

Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer (seasonal) Other Accessories: Sleeping bag rated to zero DC * (4 seasons down sleeping bags)

Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries

Trekking Bags/Duffel bag *

Basic First Aid Kit

Large plastic bags – for keeping items dry inside your kit / duffel bag.

Day pack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches / 10-15 liters / kgs capacity)

Trekking Poles (optional)

Water bottle (2) or cameo bag

Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet papers etc)

Ear Plug (who know some people on group are snoring) as optional. Toiletries: 1 medium sized quick drying towel

Tooth brush/paste (preferably biodegradable)

Multipurpose soaps (preferably biodegradable)

Deodorants

Nail clippers

Face and body moisturizer

Feminine hygiene products

Small mirror

On Personal Hygiene:

Wet wipes (baby wipes)

Tissue /toilet roll

Anti-bacterial hands wash Extra Luxuries as optional: Binoculars

Reading book

Trail Map/Guide book

Journal & Pen

Walkman

Pen and small notebooks

Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, and scrabble.