How fast one can reach Everest base camp trek?

The fastest is 6 days from Lukla, without rest days for acclimatization, can be hazardous and very risky. Most trekkers needs at least maximum of 8-9 days having rest with acclimatization days.

How difficult is the walk to Everest base camp trek?

It is not difficult, depending upon one fitness level and health condition although it leads to steep climb for some days. The path is well defined and easy to walk, only the altitude makes difficult for most people. Taking slow at ease pace and having enough short rest can overcome the difficulty.

When is the best time for Everest base camp trek?

The best time for Everest base camp trek and around Himalayas is in spring from March to May. When days are bright and sunny, having long sunlight hours, but cold morning and late afternoon till night time. The next best season is autumn / fall, starts from September till November much clear days for views and pleasant walks. But can be very cold morning and night time, having shorter days due to sun-light hours. Interested people can trek during winter times of Christmas and New Year Holidays also. Most days are clear for views and walks, but freezing temperatures especially in the morning, shady areas and late afternoon till night time. Can expect snow-fall sometimes during all seasons around higher altitude in all Himalayan destinations.

Do we have acclimatization days on route Everest Base Camp?

Yes, although the term and trip name is Express Everest base camp trek; but having rest days at Namche Bazaar at 3,440 m high. As well taking much rest on walks saving from being breathless. Climbing higher or on level ground one needs to take it slowly and having much drink to fight against altitude sickness of AMS

How many hours on this Express Everest base camp trek?

Shortest of minimum of 4 hours, and longest can take more than 7-8 hours walks, especially on the way down. After completing the main highlights reaching Everest base camp and climb on top Kalapathar Hill. The longest walk from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar and then to Lukla for last overnight stop after the Express Everest base camp trek.

Express Everest Base Camp Trekking | Everest Base Camp Trekking 2023/ 2024

On world highest Mt. Everest with sweeping panorama of Khumbu ice falls and glaciers.

Express Everest base camp trekking is best for strong and athletic people, including for any trekkers. Who are in great physical shape and good health, as the adventure takes you to Everest base camp; in the shortest duration?

The standard itinerary on normal Everest Base Camp trek is about 11 / 12 days or more. The trek covers 130 km / 82 miles distance, includes both ways from Lukla to Lukla, in the shortest time frame.

It is quite a challenging walk due to the altitude being a main factors. Trekking on the high terrain around Khumbu region of Everest, where shortness of breath is common. The oxygen level drops as the walk head higher, where trekkers need to be careful and take rest where possible.

Express Everest base camp trekking can be completed in good times, where trekkers have to be cautious. This adventure will be high-level trekking, a great way to enjoy it if you are sporty person. The trek is also suitable for people with limited holidays, with dreams to be on the foot of Mt. Everest. It can be an exhilarating adventure one should be careful and take a precautionary measures.

But it is also a challenging trek to complete the whole trip in a short duration of time. However, it will be an enjoyable and exciting walk on the moderate trail following the Dudh Koshi upstream. As walk progress and then reaching higher towards Namche Bazaar, a great place to spend a day for acclimatization.

Namche Bazaar is a major small town located on a bowl-shaped valley where all houses serve as hotels and lodges. From Namche Bazaar on the scenic trail as walks heads higher to a beautiful place at Tengboche. Famous for its colorful monastery and panoramic views of the snow mountain range that encircles, facing views of Mt. Everest. The walk carries on with an incredible panorama of peaks with magnificent Mt. Ama Dablam. The trail follows on leaving the tall tree lines towards sheer mountain wilderness on reaching Dingboche and Lobuche for overnights.

From Lobuche towards the main highlight of the adventure at Everest Base Camp, the walk leads past Gorakshep. The last settlement before base camp, then follow the rugged path until you stand on the foot of Mt. Everest. At Everest base camp, enjoy overlooking stupendous scenery of arctic-like landscapes covered in rocky moraines and ice with glaciers. The view of Mt. Everest is obstructed by Lobuche and Nuptse peaks, facing the massive Khumbu Ice-Fall at a close distance.

After an exciting moment, the adventure takes you to Kalapathar Hill, the highest point of the journey. From the top of Kalapathar enjoy the marvelous panorama of surrounding gigantic peaks with Mt. Everest at its closest.

Enjoying the wonderful time of your life with great experience, the return journey to Lukla for flight back to Kathmandu. On reaching the bustling Kathmandu city, our tremendous adventure on Express Everest Base Camp trekking completes.

Clothing and footwear

trekking boots (should be warm, waterproof, breathable, cover and fix the ankle)

sports sandals with a closed toe or sneakers.

flip flops , Sun cap , Wool or fleece hat , 2 pairs of gloves/mittens (1 thin, 1 thick,}

Bandana or neckerchief , Fleece jackets (1 thin, 1 thick) .

Thermal underwear (merino wool!), preferably 2 sets (one for walking, the other for sleeping), buy at home.

Trekking socks - several pairs (there is a limited possibility of washing)

Quick-drying sports T-shirts (e.g. Polartec PowerDry) - 2 pcs. or more.

Down jacket , Windstopper , Windproof warm jacket with hood.

Trekking trousers , Warm synthetic pants like ski pants , Rain poncho.

Sun Screen Cream , Sunglasses , Trekking pole , Water Bottle.

Equipment

Duffel bags for trek will be perovided on Day 2 should be returned after the trek is over.

Backpack 20-30 liters with rain cover (optionally with drinking system)

Sleeping bag (comfort temperature around -5 C). On the upper lodges they usually provide woolen blankets. You can rent a sleeping bag in Kathmandu, $1-2 per day.

A good quality headlight with new batteries and a spare set of batteries.

Sunglasses (category 3-4) + hard case , Trekking poles , Thermos 0.5-1 liter.

Sealed packaging for documents and money , Sitting mat (optionally), Power bank.

A roll of dense garbage bags 50 liters. You will pack your items in it when you put them in a duffel bag to protect them from moisture and dust.

Client Reviews

Best guide to EBC
I made a trip with a friend guided by Magar Bam.
I can recommend Bam as a professional, who knows mountains very well. He also gets along with people easily.
We aimed to get EBC within 9 days. As I didn't have strong AMS after spending a week in Tibet prior till Labuche. Though on 5000 m the AMS symptoms became too strong. Bam helped me to make a right decision when plans were about to change.
We adjusted the tour for us every day, considering how we feel. Bam's knowledge made the route changes smooth.
Bam is very friendly and always had a story or two.
Milyausha BasharovaRussia,May 21, 2019
Thank you and Namaste!
Even now after 2 years I'm still feeling great warmth and I'm so thankful to you, Bam Magar, and your nephew Uttam for being our guides on this steep track to Everest Base camp! You've made this not the easiest journey safe, comfortable and very exciting. Thank you for being so warning and knowledgeable. And indeed thank you for your stories that made Nepal the country I will definitely love to visit some day again!
Varvara BrzezinskaBelarus,January 03, 2019