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Everest Short Trek
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Max. Elevation
3,800 m / 12,467 ft
Group size
Minimum 2 Pax
Transportation

Private car and flight

Best Season
September to December March to May
Starts at / Ends at
KATHMANDU / Kathmandu
Accomodation
  • Tourist standard Hotel in Kathmandu.
  • Tea House Lodge during the trek.
Meals
  • Breakfast in Kathmandu.
  • 3 Meals during the trek.
Trip Route
Kathmandu-Lukla-Namche-Everest View Hotel -Lukla-Kathmandu

Highlights

  • Explore four UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of Kathmandu. 
  • Take a scenic flight to Lukla Airport- the gateway to Everest. 
  • Visit the vibrant Sherpa villages of Lukla, Phakding, and Namche Bazaar
  • Hike to Everest viewpoint to collect 360 views of the Himalayas. 
  • Explore the famous Buddhist monastery- Tengboche Monastery. 
  • Collect the mesmerizing sunrise and sunset views in the Himalayas.
  • Create a lifetime memory with Adventure A One Treks.

Overview

Everest Short Trek Overview

Everest Short Trek is the best option for those who wish to experience the beauty and panoramic view of the Nepal Himalayas without hiking long from the lowland to the high Himalayas. Everest panorama trek takes you through the Sherpa heartland of the Khumbu region, offering breathtaking views of the world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest.

The Everest Trek is a great way to explore the culture and traditions of the Sherpa people. Firstly, you can see the spectacular mountain scenery and terraces of fields. The Everest Short Trek starts with a flight to Lukla, a small mountain airport in the Khumbu Region. Everest short Trek is known as the Everest panoramic view trek.

From there, you begin your trek, following the Dudh Kosi River Valley, with Mount Everest and other famous peaks such as Lhotse and Nuptse in front of your eyes. You will walk through small mountain villages, surrounded by lush vegetation and majestic mountain scenery.

While you are going up to Namche Bazaar, one of the most beautiful and largest Sherpa Towns in the Khumbu Region, the high-up will be Khumbu Glacier. As you ascend to higher elevations, you will pass through Sagarmatha National Park. Home to some of the most remarkable flora and fauna in the Everest Region. You will also have the chance to visit the famous Tengboche Monastery, perched on a hilltop with views of the Mount Everest region.

Everest Short Trek is a great way to experience the beauty of the Nepal Himalayas without the long trek. It is a great outline for trekking in Nepal and an opportunity to explore the culture and traditions of the Sherpa people. This trek is an alternative to the EBC Trek and the Everest Base Camp trek with a helicopter return.

Everest Short Trek Route

The route starts from Lukla and passes through Phakding, Manjo, Namche Bazaar, Syngboche, Khumjung, and finally Tengboche. The trek offers stunning views of the world’s highest mountain Mount Everest, along with many other peaks like Mount Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde Peak, khangtega, and Nuptse. Along the short trek, you will get a chance to see or visit the unique culture and lifestyle of the Sherpa people on higher levels of the Nepal  Himalayas. On the lower level, you can see the Rai and Tamang people majority as well as their culture and tradition. Khumbu region has always been popular after the Sir Edmund Hillary's summit of Mount Everest. 

The trek begins with a thrilling flight from Kathmandu and Ramechhap to Lukla Airport. From there, you will gradually ascend to Namche Bazaar (3,440m), the main gateway to the Everest region, you will also have an opportunity to visit Sagarmatha National Park, which is home to rare species such as flora and fauna.

The next stop of the trek is Syangboche, Khumjung village, and Tengboche monastery. You can also take a day hike to Syangboche and Khumjung Valley. From there you can get stunning views of the surrounding peaks.

Finally, you will reach the highest point of this trek Tengboche. From here you can get a panoramic view of the Majestic Himalayas Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and the peak of the surrounding area.

Best Season

The best season to do Everest Base Camp and short Trek is during the autumn months of September to November. During this period, the skies are generally clear and the weather is pleasant for travelers. The temperature is neither too cold nor too hot. It is an ideal time for trekking all around Nepal

The days are warm and sunny. The nights are cool and pleasant in the Nepal Himalayas. The autumn season offers the best views of the snow-capped peaks of the Nepal Himalayas. There are fewer chances of rain and snow, so it is a great time to go trekking in the Everest region.

The trails are also less crowded during this autumn time. Everest Short Trekking makes it easier to enjoy the beauty of the Himalayas. The Everest Short Trek is a great way to familiarize the beauty of the Everest region in a shorter period. 

All the travelers can enjoy the stunning views of the snow-capped peaks of the High Himalayas. You can get an unforgettable experience of Nepal trekking in the Everest region.

Usually, you can do this Everest short trek any time of the year, while the flight is held to Lukla.

Trek Difficulty

Everest Short Trek is considered to be of moderate difficulty. It is best suited for those with some trekking experience. The trek involves an elevation gain of approximately 2,000 m, with the highest point being the Tengboche 3880m, the viewpoint of Mount Everest.

The trek can be completed in 5 to 7 days. The trek is demanding in terms of physical fitness and stamina. Trekkers should be prepared for long days of walking and altitude gain. After Namche Bazaar, there is a path divided into two major points one for Everest Base Camp and Another for Everest Gokyo Valley Trek.

You should also be mindful of the cold temperatures and the Possibility of Altitude sickness. You should be safe from the cold and drink hot water. It is suitable to acclimatize properly and stay hydrated during the trek. Trekkers can also enjoy the local culture and cuisine of the local Sherpa people.

Accommodation and Meals

Our packages provide the perfect balance between luxury and affordability. We offer a variety of accommodations in Everest, ranging from comfortable lodges to rustic trekking huts. Our accommodations are comfortable and clean and provide the perfect backdrop for your Himalayan adventure activity. With all meals included, you can rest assured that you will have delicious, healthy, fresh, and well-cooked food during the trip from start to finish.

For those who are seeking a more unique and immersive experience, we also provide custom packages for those looking for a more personalized adventure. With a custom package, you will have the opportunity to explore the region at the pace that’s right for you. From leisurely treks to more rigorous hikes. Adventure One trek offers a range of activities to suit any test of food and accommodation in Nepal. 

Our team understands that our valuable guests' safety is paramount when exploring the Nepal Himalayas. We take great pride in providing a secure and reliable experience. All of our Mountain Guides are experienced and knowledgeable. Our Staff is well-trained to ensure your safety and security throughout your stay in Nepal.

With Everest Short Trek Food and Accommodation, you can experience the wonders of the Himalayas without breaking the bank. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced trekker.

Everest Short Trek Cost

The cost of an Everest short trek depends on several factors. Firstly, the number of Days you plan to visit Nepal and the trek you want to go on affect the cost.  

In general, a short Everest trek cost typically ranges from $799 to USD 2300. This includes food, accommodation, permits, and a guide. For 9 day trek with (arrival and departure), you can expect to get from $749 to 999 USD. For the Everest Short trek

If you are planning for a 7-day trek to the Khumbu region the budget is $850 to 1399/- per person in 2024/2025. The cost of the trek will go up if you wish to add extra days or want to go on a more challenging trek.

The cost of an Everest short Trek depends on how you choose your travel whether it is basic or standard or luxury. There are three types of treks you can do. Bed and breakfast trek, full package trek, camping trek, Tea house Trek, and service trek (Guide, porter, and accommodation). Teahouse treks are the most common and cost-effective way to experience Everest.

In addition to the cost of the Everest region, The Trek will need to factor in the cost of airfare. Flying to Kathmandu, the gateway to Everest typically costs around 4 to 5 hundred $450 to 550 USD for only a flight ticket depending on the airline and season. 

Finally, you will need to factor in the cost of equipment and supplies. If you don’t have your gear, you can rent it from Kathmandu or Lukla. Renting a sleeping bag, a Down Jacket, and trekking poles can cost around $6 to 10 Dollar.  If you have some gear with you, don’t need to rent things for trekking. If do not have trekking gear with you then you can hire at Kathmandu and start your journey. 

Trip Itinerary

When you arrive at Kathmandu International Airport, A One Trek representative welcomes you and will help you to transfer to the hotel. You can then take a good rest in the hotel. Later you can explore around yourself if interested. 

  • Arrive at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
  • Our Adventure A One team awaits you at the arrival exit & transfers you to your hotel.
  • To spend your first time exploring Kathmandu we suggest a stroll around Thamel.
  • Overnight stay at the hotel.
Everest Short Trek

Max. altitude

1,350m / 4,429 ft.
Everest Short Trek

Accommodation

3*** Hotel
Everest Short Trek

Meals

Welcome drink

On an early morning flight, you will be arriving at Lukla airport. At Lukla, meet the porters before starting the trek. The route to Phakding is an easy one. Just keep your eyes open as the finest views of Kusum Kanguru can be collected. Phakding is a small settlement on the Dudh Koshi river bank. Enjoy a comfortable night's stay at the Phakding teahouse.

Day Activity:

  • Have an early breakfast or pack breakfast at the hotel.
  • Pick up by our trekking guide + drive to Ramechhap.
  • Enjoy a scenic 6-hour drive across the Nepalese countryside Road.
  • Catch the morning or midday flight to Lukla.
  • Check out the incredible views of the Himalayas.
  • Arrive at Lukla and transfer to some hotels to prepare for hiking.
  • Start your trek to Everest Base Camp (EBC).
  • Descend on the trail leading to the Dudh Khosi River via Cheplung village.
  • Follow the river upstream through lush jungle and hills.
  • After crossing a long suspension bridge and walking for a few minutes, you’ll arrive at Phakding.
  • Check in to the tea house/lodge and enjoy your first Himalayan dinner and overnight.
Everest Short Trek

Max. altitude

2,610m / 8,563 ft.
Everest Short Trek

Accommodation

Tea House
Everest Short Trek

Meals

BLD

Start the day with a good breakfast. Get into Monjo then enter Sagarmatha National Park- the home to the greatest Himalayan flora and faunas. The dense forest of blue pine, deodar, rhododendron, and more. On a clear day, you can also catch the first glimpse of Mount Everest on the way up to Namche Bazar. After six hours of trek, you will be reaching Namche Bazar- which is also famous as the Sherpa capital. Namche is the home of famous mountaineers. You will be staying two nights at Namche before heading up.

Day Activity 

  • After Breakfast and departure.
  • Today you’ll make your way to the Sherpa Capital Namche Bazaar.
  • Continue north on the trail towards Monjo.
  • Take a break for a permit check.
  • Continue uphill towards the town of Jorsalle.
  • Leave the tree line behind and head along the ridge.
  • Reach Namche Bazaar 3440m.
  • Check in to the local tea house/lodge for a delicious Sherpa-style dinner and overnight.
Everest Short Trek

Max. altitude

3,440m / 11,286 ft.
Everest Short Trek

Accommodation

Tea House
Everest Short Trek

Meals

BLD

After breakfast, you will be hiking up to the Everest viewpoint to collect the 360 views of the mountains. The viewpoint offers stunning views of the Himalayas including Mount Everest. Later in the afternoon, you can explore Namche Bazar or have a good rest in your hotel. 

Day Activity

  • Breakfast at the Hotel.
  • Acclimatization hike options:
  • Hike to the Everest View Point
  • Hike to Syangboche’s Everest View Hotel.
  • Hike to Khumjung’s Monastery.
  • Afternoon back to Namche Bazaar to explore the town.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at the same tea house/lodge.
Everest Short Trek

Max. altitude

3,780m / 12,402 ft.
Everest Short Trek

Accommodation

Tea House
Everest Short Trek

Meals

BLD

After spending two amazing nights at Namche Bazaar, you will be trekking Tengboche on this day. The route to Tengboche is fascinating as it covers the greatest views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, and more. Tengboche is the village with the biggest Buddhist monastery on Everest. Make sure to visit the Tengboche monastery. Later in the evening, you can collect a greater view of sunset in the Himalayas. The overnight will be at a local teahouse.

Day Activity:

  • Breakfast at the same Hotel and start to day hike.
  • Follow the trail north into deep Buddhist territory.
  • Trek uphill through the jungle filled with life untouched by the Buddhist communities.
  • See incredible views of Mt Thamserku, Ama Dablam, and Everest in the distance.
  • Reach at Tengboche and its Buddhist Monastery.
  • Check in to the tea house/lodge..
  • Explore around the Tengboche monastery and optionally join the monks for evening prayer around 4 pm.
  • Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the tea house.
Everest Short Trek

Max. altitude

3,800m / 12,467 ft.
Everest Short Trek

Accommodation

Tea House
Everest Short Trek

Meals

BLD

Start the morning with an amazing sunrise view of Everest. Then you will be retracing back to Namche Bazaar. The route to be followed is the same way back. You will be staying at a local teahouse.

Day Activity

  • Breakfast and departure.
  • The trail is familiar and now easier going since it is mostly downhill.
  • Pass back through the Khumjung Valley.
  • After  5 to 6 hours of trekking reach back at Namche Bazaar.
  • Check back into the tea house/lodge and have a well-deserved meal and a good night’s rest.
Everest Short Trek

Max. altitude

3,440m / 11,286 ft.
Everest Short Trek

Accommodation

Tea House
Everest Short Trek

Meals

BLD

You will be following the same route back to Lukla. You will be spending the night at a local lodge.

Day Activity

  • Breakfast and departure.
  • From Namche, it is now mostly downhill back into the tree line.
  • Make your way back to Monjo following the Dudh Khosi now downstream.
  • After a short break, you’ll follow the trail back to Phakding and ascend back to Lukla.
  • Check in to the local tea house/lodge before enjoying your last. Himalayan dinner and overnight.

Everest Short Trek

Max. altitude

2,800m / 9,186 ft.
Everest Short Trek

Accommodation

Tea House
Everest Short Trek

Meals

BLD

After completing the wonderful trekking, you will be flying back to Kathmandu today. if you want half-day sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley it will be possible today. but it depends upon your flight from Lukla.  Later you can do some last-minute shopping in Thamel.

Day Activity

  • Breakfast and check out.
  • Fly from Lukla back to Ramechhap.
  • Enjoy once more the scenic flight with the Himalayas.
  • Arrive at Ramechhap’s airport and drive back to Kathmandu.
  • Check back into your hotel.
  • In the evening our Adventure A One team invites you to a farewell dinner at a traditional Nepalese restaurant.
  • Overnight stay at your hotel in Kathmandu.
Everest Short Trek

Max. altitude

1,350m / 4,429 ft.
Everest Short Trek

Accommodation

3*** Hotel
Everest Short Trek

Meals

Breakfast

Our representative will be transferring you to Kathmandu airport to catch your return flight. The trip is ending this time and waiting for the next welcome to this beautiful country Nepal. 

Day Activity:

  • Our Adventure A One team will drive you to the airport on time for your onward departure.
  • We hope you fully enjoyed our Everest Base Camp trek of 14 days in Nepal and hope to see you again for another adventure with us!

Everest Short Trek

Max. altitude

1,350m / 4,429 ft.
Everest Short Trek

Accommodation

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Everest Short Trek

Meals

Breakfast
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Important Note

you can choose the plan as you need. You can see one of the largest monasteries, a five-star hotel at the highest elevation in the world, and the Top of the world's Mount Everest.

Includes

  • Airport pick up and drop off during international flight arrival, departure, and local flight by a private vehicle. 
  • 2-night Hotel in Kathmandu at a tourist standard category on a twin/double sharing BB basis.
  • All the entrance fees and the permits needed for the trip.
  • Drive to Ramechhap Manthali from Kathmandu, and Drive from Ramechhap to Kathmandu.
  • Domestic flight (Manthali to Lukla and Lukla to Manthali). 
  • An experienced English-speaking guide and all his expenses during the trek.
  • Guide Porter(s) food during the trekking and their all expenses.
  • Food (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trekking in the Everest Region 
  • Tea house accommodation during the trek. 
  • Guide and porter insurance. 
  • First Aid kit with basic medications.
  • Water purification tablet.
  • Sleeping Bag and walking pole for the trek if it is Necessary. 
  • Everest Region Trekking map. 
  • All the government taxes and the company service charges.
  • Farewell Dinner in the Nepali Restaurant.
  • Certificate of achievement for the Final Destination.

Doesn't Include

  • International airfare, Travel Insurance, and Nepal Visa Fees.
  • Extra charges of WIFI, hot shower, boiled water, and electricity to charge the devices during the trekking.
  • Laundries and beverages.
  • Tips For Guide, and porters.

Trip Info

  • Everest Trekking Map.
  • A One Trek company logo print T-shirt,
  • Trekking Certificate from our Company.                     

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Dhruba Bhatta guided me from Kathmandu to Lukla, Namche and Everest View in 2003. He carried my backpack and was really nice. I included a picture of Dhruba.

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The Everest Short Trek is a great beginning to go to the Everest Base Camp where you can explore adventure, sherpa culture, and traditions with a view of the world top.

Frequently Asked Questions

Accommodation during the trek is provided in lodges and tea houses. Rooms are basic and generally provide two beds and a shared toilet.

Not really, but you have to make a permit for  Sagarmatha National park and the village development committee. You will need to have a good level of fitness and be prepared for cold temperatures at higher altitudes. You will also need to bring appropriate clothing and supplies for the trek.


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