Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek

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Summary

From here the trek continues on to such legendary mountaineering sites like Namche Bazaar, where sipping special masala tea with Sherpa locals is commonplace. Another place of lore is Tengboche Monastery, where climbers ask for special permission to climb Mt Everest by taking part in ceremonies lead by the local Lama.  Passing through beautiful Sherpa villages like Dingboche and Lobuche allow travelers to see the daily life of these incredible people. At the base camp, the trekker is rewarded with stunning views of Mt. Everest (8848m) along with other peaks like Pumori (7161m), Lingtren (6749m), Khumbutse (6665m), Lhotse (8414m), Nuptse (7861m), Cho Oyo (8188m), and Ama Dablam (6856m). Another highlight of this trek is climbing the summit of Kala Patthar and watching the sunrise on the summit of Mt. Everest (8848m). All this and more is awaiting the ardent adventurer who is ready for a one-of-a-kind experience. Day 01 : Kathmandu to Phakding (2610m) via Lukla (2840m) Day 02  : Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m) Day 03 : Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m) Day 04 : Tengboche to Dingboche (4360m) Day 05 : Dingboche to Lobuche (4940m) Day 06 : Lobuche to Gorakshep (5140m) via Everest Base Camp (5364m) Day 07 : Gorak Shep to Pheriche (4240m) via Kala Patthar (5550m) Day 08 : Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3440m) Day 09 : Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2642m) Day 10 : Lukla to Kathmandu (1300m)

Tour info

Duration
10 days
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

The beautiful and gigantic mountains of the Himalayas are the backdrop for the Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek which offers gorgeous scenery of snow-capped mountains, lush green valleys, and rhododendron forests blended all blended with unique cultural experiences. The Rapid Everest Base Camp Trek takes place in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sagarmatha National Park. The Nepali name for Mt Everest is Sagarmatha, and the fabled Khumbu Valley leads the way to the high alpine region where Everest Base Camp is situated. This amazing and distinct region is showcased during this trek, and the tour begins with an incredible flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. This fabled airstrip is where the Everest show really starts, and during the climbing season large expeditions from all around the world can be seen unloading gear and creating large caravans of goods ready to be shuttled to basecamp.

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What’s included?

  • Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle

  • Accommodation in Kathmandu on BB basis

  • Teahouse accommodation during the trek

  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek

  • Fresh seasonal fruits after the dinner (while on the trek)

  • Welcome and farewell dinners

  • All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary

  • Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Lukla -Kathmandu)

  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle

  • An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek guide

  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)

  • Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation

  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)

  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)

  • Medical kit (carried by your trek guide)

  • All government and local taxes

  • Nepalese visa fee

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

  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu

  • Travel and rescue insurance

  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 10 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Himalayan Summit Treks And Expedition

About operator:

Himalayan Summit Is Kathmandu based friendly organization to provide you with thrilling base camp adventures and hearthrobbing peaks climbing all over Nepal , Bhutan , Tibet and India.We also expertise in short vacation tours , hiking and sight-seeing tours.

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