Everest Short Trek

Everest Short Trek

Overview And Highlights

Trip Facts

Trip Type

Tea House / Camping

Grade

Moderate

Altitude

3,870 m

Transportation

Flight

Group Size

1+

Best Season

Spring and Autumn

Everest Short trek is ideal for all those who wish to enjoy the majestic beauty of the Everest region but have limited time at hand. This trek offers spectacular views of Everest, Lhotse, Thamserku, Ama Dablam and many other numerous peaks.

Everest short trek is a moderate trek that also gives you an opportunity to explore the culture and lifestyle of the Sherpa people living in the Khumbu region.

Itinerary Expand All Close All

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2640

You begin your trek from Lukla following a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River. Nupla (5885m) which can be seen in the distance on the opposite bank, is a peak atop the Kongde Ridge. You descend a mountainside path that merges into your route to Everest, with views to a valley to your right; and at its far end, Kusum Kang (6367m.) Stay overnight at lodge.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3440

Namche Bazaar (3440m) is surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges and opens out only where it faces the Bhote Koshi. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3440

It is an ideal place to spend a rest day for acclimatization to the high altitude before heading off towards Tyangboche. For acclimatization you walk up to Khhumjung where you can visit a monastery. You can also enjoy the splendid views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawche, Kwangde and so on. Or you can take an hour's walk up to Syangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for outstanding views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2886

The last day of your trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla. The trek is pleasant, except for few short uphill climbs and then down to the Bhote- Koshi River crossing it three times. The last uphill climb of 45 minutes will bring you to Lukla for your overnight stay.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350

You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

What Is Included ?

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
  • Trekking guide
  • One porter for every 2 trekking participants (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
  • All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
  • Accommodation in teahouses (lodges) during the trek
  • Trekking equipments: Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags, trekking poles, etc.
  • Entry permit for Sagarmatha National Park
  • Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) card
  • Local government entrance fee
  • Flight tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu
  • Insurance and equipments for the guides and porters
  • First aid kit
  • Tax, VAT and our service charge
  • Rescue assistance (In case of emergency, we will organize prompt and professional rescue services. To arrange timely evacuation/rescue by helicopter, you must be well insured from a reliable travel insurance company that covers both helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost.)
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
  • Souvenirs (t-shirt, mug, pen, bag, etc.)

What Is Excluded?

  • Personal nature expenses (Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for involved staffs
  • Meals and hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking due to any personal reason than the scheduled itinerary)

Everest Short Trek Altitude Profile

Route Map

Route map

Additional Information

Below is a list of equipment and clothing required for trekking. The necessity of these items depends on the type, altitude, timing and destination of trekking. Appropriate trekking gears are not only required for the comfort/pleasure of your trek but also to improve safety factor.  Please have a look over these items in order to fully prepare and thoroughly enjoy the trekking. 

General Items:

Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking Poles, walking boots, sandals, Toiletries (Soaps, Toilet papers, Sanitizers, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc.)

Clothing Items:

Thermal underwear, Down jacket, Shorts, Trekking trousers, Towels, Woolen gloves, Gaiters, Fleece jacket or Pullover, Wind/water proof jacket, Raincoat, Warm socks, buff   

Sun-worn Items:

Sun hat, Sunglasses, Snow goggles, Sunscreen, Lip balm

Gadgets:

Headlamp, Flash light, Binoculars, Cameras (chargers and batteries),  

Liquid/Snacks:

Water bottle/bladder, Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks

Medical Essentials:

First Aid Kit 

Optional:

Altimeter, Compass, Binoculars, Books/magazines, GPS, Pocket knife, Candles (for lodges), Notebook with pencil/pen, etc 

Additional items for camping trek:

Tent, Stove and fuel, Utensils for cooking, eating and drinking, sleeping mattresses

Note: We can also provide sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, walking poles, and First Aid Kit in case if you don’t have one. These items are inclusive of total package price.

Client Reviews

 Patrick Joyce , Caitlin Anna Williams , Emma Elaine Paver , Kate Lillian Maguire , Lucy Bechtel , St

Australia

30th Jun, 2022

Everest Trek   An amazing time had by all!!! Everything went smoothly and I could not recommend more highly both the company and Ratna the guide.     Address: Ireland and Austrilia


RACHEL NEAL & NICOLA TWIBY

United Kingdom

30th Jun, 2022

The scenery and trek was fantastic, the organization of it all, superb and our guide/ friend brilliant!   Having arrived in Nepal, first stop to book a trek. Friends of ours had visited in January and highly recommended " Nepal Environmental". We found the agency most informative and professional and booked a 6 day trek on the spot?????? ??????????????????????. To summarise, the scenery and trek was fantastic, the organization of it all, superb and our guide/ friend brillian... See more t!   Address: SURREY, ENGLAND See less...


5 Days

  • Best price guaranteed
  • Book now, pay later

Quick Response, Personalized Information

Similar Trips

Gokyo Valley Trek
Gokyo Valley Trek

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 13 Days

Everest Base Camp Trek
Everest Base Camp Trek

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 13 Days

Next Departure

2024-10-07 12 spaces left

2024-10-19 13 spaces left

Short Everest Base Camp Trek
Short Everest Base Camp Trek

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 12 Days

Everest Cultural Trek
Everest Cultural Trek

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 7 Days

Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trek
Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trek

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 16 Days

Everest Three Passes Trek
Everest Three Passes Trek

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 17 Days

Jiri-Ebc-Kalapatthar-Lukla Trek (drive in/Fly out)
Jiri-Ebc-Kalapatthar-Lukla Trek (drive in/Fly out)

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 26 Days

Everest Panorama Trek
Everest Panorama Trek

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 9 Days

Gokyo Lake Trek
Gokyo Lake Trek

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 11 Days

Everest Base Camp Trek via Kongma La
Everest Base Camp Trek via Kongma La

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 16 Days

Gokyo-Chola Pass with Everest Base Camp
Gokyo-Chola Pass with Everest Base Camp

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 18 Days

Renjo La Pass-Gokyo Trek
Renjo La Pass-Gokyo Trek

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 13 Days

Everest View Trek
Everest View Trek

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 8 Days

Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek
Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek

Nepal , Everest Trek Packages 10 Days

WE ARE MEMBER OF

  • Tourism Department
  • Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal
  • Nepal Mountaineering Association
  • Kathmandu Environmental Education Project
  • Himalayan Rescue Association, Nepal

ACCEPTABLE PAYMENT CARDS

  • VISA Card
  • Master Card
  • JCB
  • Maestro
  • American Express

Find & Follow Us on