Everest View Short Trek - 5 days

What is the best time to do the Everest View Short Trek?

The best seasons for the Short Everest View Trek are Spring, from mid-March to May, and Autumn (mid-September to November), when the weather is stable, and the sky becomes clearer. Without gloom, the views of the gigantic mountains seem right in front of you and accompany you throughout the journey, with astonishing insights into the landscape.

The chances of precipitation (rain or snow) are also lower during this period, which keeps the terrain dry and easy to navigate. Thus, trailing along at peak times stands out as beginner-friendly and doable for all age groups, making both seasons everyone's favourite.

During Spring, the whole lush green valley thrives astonishingly in the shade of blooming red and pink, with clear mountain views from the very beginning and the sunlight hours last longer, comparatively, allowing trekkers to explore more and hike with ease, without worrying about dark early evenings. While making your way to Phakding on the very first day via the forest, you might encounter some Himalayan migrant birds and rare species, making the journey fully engaging, with the birds' chirps adding serenity all along.

Autumn, on the other hand, is considered a peak time, when the Everest region experiences a high number of visitors, opportunities to mingle, and global cultural exchange with trekkers from around the world. As this season comes after the monsoon, the dusty air clears, the weather becomes clearer, and the possibility of a cloud burst is virtually zero, ensuring smooth terrain and great climatic conditions.

The landscapes become more captivating, with the golden, crusty leaves and the crystal-clear views of the Himalayan peaks against the clear blue sky. Besides, what makes this season special is that the major festivals, Dashain and Tihar, fall between mid Oct and Nov, where hikers can celebrate them with the locals, gaining a complete unique insight.

How difficult is the 5-Day Mount Everest View Trek?

The Everest View Short Trek is considered an easygoing Himalayan adventure in the Everest region, lasting only 5 days and with a moderate pace of hiking. Daily, this trip demands only 3-4 hrs of hiking at a moderate pace, with a smooth trailhead, no mountain passes, and no steep, rugged sections, making it doable for everyone. In fact, it is also called an alternative to iconic EBC Trek, where you do not have to face various kinds of terrains, nor several ascents and descents, and yet showcases the panoramic vista of the himalayan peaks. Anyone with a basic level of fitness who can cover 3 hours of hiking daily can easily undertake this adventure; hence, no matter what age group you are in or how beginner you are, you can do it without hesitation or challenge.

However, if you are a first-timer, we suggest engaging in physical preparation, such as cardiovascular exercise, walking, cycling, or completing 10,000 steps daily, which can be a great help while on the route for daily distance coverage. At the same time, if you are travelling with kids or a senior citizen, do a full-body checkup, especially of the lungs, heart, and BP, and follow the preventive guidelines from the doctor. Besides, there is no certain risk of altitude sickness during the 5-day Everest View Trekking, as the highest elevation that you reach is only 3880 meters, which is significantly far less than any himalayan odyssey. Just ensure you follow the trekking guide throughout the journey, and provide a quick, immediate medical response and any suggestions by chance en route.

What are the foods and accommodations available on the Short Everest View Hike?

The Everest region is considered one of the most popular trekking trails in Nepal, where one can find the best mountain lodges, facilities, and a wide variety of foods that cater to everyone's taste and preferences. The accommodations in the Everest region are categorised in different variations, from standard to moderate to luxury ones, with the rooms available, from private, twin bedrooms to group sharing ones. They are hygienically maintained and run by the Sherpa locals themselves, whereas the rooms feature a comfortable bedding mattress, cosy bed, blanket, pillow and even a table. 

The rooms that you'll be accommodated in will be on a twin basis, which you have to share with your partner, if you are travelling in a duo (2 pax); however, if you want a private room, or a solo female trekker, then we can arrange a private room for you. For the attached washroom, a kind of deluxe room, you must pay extra at the teahouses, which come with better amenities, like a hot shower, wifi and charging attached in the room itself. 

On the other hand, for the meals, it will be served at the cosy dining heated area, where you will be provided a menu that includes a wide food variation, from western cuisines to indian, to continental, and to local Nepalese meals. From vegan, to veg, and non-vegeterian ones, there are wide options, so do not worry about meeting your dietary plans, as you can find meals that include fibres, proteins, full-packed carbs, that keep you full, and engaging throughout. 

Our package includes accommodations required throughout, and three times, standard meals, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, with a cup of tea or coffee, but extra charges are added for the wifi, laundry, hot shower facilities, as it comes as a personal expense, and tea house charges accordingly.

Are there any permits required for this adventure?

Yes, as this trip entails, within the protected Khumbu region, before undergoing this hike, you must grab the required permits, firstly, the Sagarmatha National Park Permit, and secondly, the local Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit, which must be granted by the local travel agency. These permit fees go directly to the preservation of the ecosystem, economy and local cultures of the Khumbu valley. Soon after your trip is confirmed with us, the required trekking permits will be arranged by us at Destination Himalaya Treks and included in our package itself.

• Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit fee: NRS 3000, per person, for foreign nations; meanwhile, costs differ distinctly for Nepalese and SAARC citizens, NRS 1500 per person - USD 12 per head.
• Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit fee: NRS 3000 per person for foreigners and NRS 2000 per head for SAARC and Nepalese.

Booking Procedure

To make a booking with us, you just have to pay 20% of the total trip cost as an advance, via the website. Destination Himalaya Treks and Expedition has been operating tours, treks, and even peak climbing, being a member of TAAN (Trekkers Association of Nepal) and NMA (Nepal Mountaineering Association). Your booking is completely safe with us.

After you arrive in Nepal, the remaining amount can be paid here in person. After you make the advance payment via the website, we will send you a notification informing you that your booking is confirmed. Then, please send us your passport and passport-sized photo, of course! Travel insurance (if you have one). To learn more, you can also email us at