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Everest Base Camp Trek — 10 Days
10 days5,364 mFrom Lukla (fly from Kathmandu)Best: Oct–Nov, Mar–May
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Duration
10 days
From
$1,520/person
Max Altitude
5,364 m
Difficulty
Challenging
Starts
Lukla (fly from Kathmandu)
Group Size
2–12 People
Stay
Tea House
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Best Season
Oct–Nov, Mar–May
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Trip Highlights
Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) — fastest responsible ascent on the classic Khumbu route
Kala Patthar (5,545 m) — pre-dawn summit for the definitive Everest sunrise shot
Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) — Sherpa capital with Saturday market and mountain museum
Tengboche Monastery (3,867 m) — Buddhist shrine framed by Ama Dablam
Khumbu Glacier and Icefall close-up from Gorak Shep
Sagarmatha National Park UNESCO World Heritage wilderness
Best itinerary for experienced trekkers with limited time — covers every landmark
Reach Everest Base Camp in just 10 days — a fast, focused route built for experienced trekkers who want the summit experience without the extra week.
Day-by-Day Itinerary(10 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 5,164 m · Day 7Early morning flight to Lukla — 30 minutes of jaw-dropping mountain scenery. Met by your guide at Tenzing-Hillary Airport, begin trekking south along the Dudh Koshi river through pine and rhododendron forest to Phakding.
2,610 m3–4 hours8 kmB, L, DTea House
The 10-day Everest Base Camp Trek is our most time-efficient Khumbu itinerary — designed specifically for trekkers with proven high-altitude experience who need to reach EBC and return to Kathmandu within a tight 10-day window. The route is the classic Khumbu trail: Lukla, Phakding, Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorak Shep, Everest Base Camp (5,364 m), and Kala Patthar (5,545 m). The pace is fast; the altitude progression is near the maximum safe rate; and the margin for acclimatisation difficulties is minimal.
This itinerary has one acclimatisation day at Namche and reaches Dingboche on day 5 without a rest day. It suits trekkers who have been above 4,500 m within the past 12 months and whose bodies have demonstrated a reliable altitude response. We run this programme successfully — but we turn down bookings when the altitude history isn't there. The 10-day itinerary is not a shortcut for under-prepared trekkers; it is a time-efficient option for experienced high-altitude hikers.
All EBC inclusions apply: Lukla flights, Sagarmatha NP and Khumbu permits, senior guide, porter, teahouse accommodation, 3 meals per day, altitude kit.
10 Days vs 12 Days: The Honest Assessment
Ten days is the minimum responsible timeline for EBC with any prior altitude experience. Twelve days adds one rest day at Namche and one more comfortable stage above 4,000 m, improving completion rates from 79% to 87% based on our booking history. If your schedule can stretch to 12, it should. If 10 days is genuinely your maximum and you have prior altitude experience, the 10-day itinerary is viable with the right preparation.
Prior altitude experience: Required (4,500+ m within past 12 months). Best seasons: October–November and March–May. Max altitude: Kala Patthar 5,545 m.
What's Included
Included
- Government-certified English-speaking senior trek guide
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers; 18 kg max porter load)
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit
- Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu round-trip flights (scheduled)
- All teahouse accommodation on trek (twin-share)
- 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Kathmandu hotel and airport transfers
- Altitude sickness prevention kit and pulse oximeter
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International flights
- Nepal visa
- Travel insurance
- Personal gear
- Tips
Pickup
Pokhara or Kathmandu: where should we pick you up?
This trip begins in Kathmandu. If you are already in Pokhara, we can bring you across (Pokhara and Kathmandu are about 200 km apart: 25 minutes by plane or 6 to 8 hours by tourist bus).
Pickup in Kathmandu
Trip starts hereLanding in Kathmandu? We meet you at the airport or your hotel and get you to the start.
- Kathmandu international airport (on arrival)Included
- Kathmandu domestic airportIncluded
- Kathmandu hotel pickupIncluded
- Kathmandu tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Pickup in Pokhara
Staying in Pokhara? We can bring you to Kathmandu for the start.
- Pokhara hotel pickupIncludes getting you to Kathmandu by tourist bus or flight. We confirm the price with you.We quote
- Pokhara airport pickupWe quote
- Pokhara tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Hotel in the city
- No hotel, I will book my own$0
- Kathmandu: tourist standard guest houseWe quote
- Kathmandu: 3-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 4-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 5-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
Prices are per person and added to the trip price when you book. “We quote” means the price depends on your flight time and hotel, so our team confirms it with you before the trip. It is never added to your payment without asking.
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Prime season. October is perfect — clear skies, stable weather, 4–6 week dry window. November gets cold at altitude but still excellent. EBC trail at its busiest.
Low: -10°C at EBC High: 15°C Namche October: minimal. November: possible above 5,000 m
Spring (Mar–May)
Climbing season — expeditions on Everest. Good trekking weather. Rhododendrons in Namche area. Pre-monsoon cloud builds in afternoon from May. Slightly warmer than autumn.
Low: -8°C at EBC High: 18°C Namche March: possible at pass level. May: mostly clear
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Very cold. Khumbu trails remain open but temperatures extreme at EBC (-20°C+). Experienced cold-weather trekkers only. Fewer crowds. Lodges may be closed above Namche.
Low: -25°C at EBC High: 5°C Namche Heavy above 5,000 m
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Not recommended. Trails wet and unstable. Cloud cover obscures mountain views. Risk of landslides on lower sections.
Low: 5°C High: 20°C Namche None at low altitude
Permits Required
Sagarmatha National Park Permit
NPR 3,000 (about US$23)Required for all trekkers. Checked at Monjo gate.
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Fee
NPR 3,000 (about US$23)Local municipality permit. In the Khumbu it replaces the TIMS card, which is not used here.
All permits are arranged and included in your package price. Nothing to organise yourself.
What to Pack
Moisture-wicking base layers (top + bottom)
Fleece mid-layer jacket
Down jacket (800+ fill power — essential above 4,000 m)
Waterproof shell jacket and pants
Trekking trousers (2 pairs)
Merino wool socks (5–6 pairs)
Liner socks (3 pairs)
Warm hat / beanie
Balaclava for Kala Patthar and EBC
Sun hat or cap
Lightweight gloves
Insulated waterproof gloves or mittens
Neck gaiter or buff (2×)
Thermal underwear set
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
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