Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Back 10 days

Highlights

  • Panoramic Views of the Himalayas: The trek offers stunning views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest and other peaks.
  • Experience the Local Culture and Traditions: The trek takes you through traditional Sherpa villages, providing an opportunity to learn about the local culture and way of life.
  • Visit to the Everest Base Camp: The trek culminates in a visit to the Everest Base Camp, located at an altitude of 5,364 meters, providing an opportunity to witness the scale of the world’s tallest mountain.
  • Helicopter Flight: The trek includes a helicopter flight back to Kathmandu, offering a unique perspective on the Himalayas and the surrounding landscape
  • Challenging but Rewarding Trek: The trek is considered moderate to challenging, but is well worth the effort, providing a sense of accomplishment and a lifetime of memories.

Overview

The Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Back to Kathmandu is an exceptional adventure that takes you to the base of the world’s tallest mountain, Mount Everest. This trek provides an opportunity to witness the stunning beauty of the Himalayas, trek through picturesque villages and forests, and explore the local culture and traditions of the Sherpa people. The highlight of this trek is the incredible panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest, and the journey to the base camp itself. The trek is considered moderate to challenging, but is well worth the effort.

The journey starts in the bustling city of Kathmandu, where trekkers will have the opportunity to explore the city’s rich cultural heritage and history. The trek then takes you to Lukla, the starting point of the trek, where you will fly by helicopter. From Lukla, the trek takes you through beautiful forests, past waterfalls, and across suspension bridges. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to visit traditional Sherpa villages and learn about the local culture and way of life.

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu.
Day 02: Kathmandu to Lukla Flight and Trek to Phakding
Day 03: Phakding to Namche
Day 04: Acclimatization Day in Namche
Day 05: Namche to Tengboche
Day 06: Tengboche to Dingboche
Day 07: Acclimatization Day in Dingboche
Day 08: Dingboche to Lobuche
Day 09: Lobuche to Gorakshep
Day 10: Trek Gorakshep to Base Camp and back then Fly by Helicopter from Gorakshep to Kathmandu

  • Day 1 - Welcome to Kathmandu

    Arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport. After your arrival in Kathmandu our representatives at the airport will transfer you to your hotel and help you in checking in.
    If possible our guide will give you with a synopsis of our plans and necessary items to be taken to mountain at a hotel in Kathmandu.

  • Day 2 - Kathmandu to Lukla Flight and Trek to Phakding

    The flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Lukla (LUA) is a popular route for trekkers and climbers heading to Mount Everest. The flight is about 30 minutes long and offers stunning views of the Himalayas. The Lukla airport considered one of the most challenging airports in the world.
    Lukla to Phakding is a popular route for those trekking to Mount Everest Base Camp trekkers usually take rest and spend a night before heading to Namche Bazaar.

  • Day 3 - Phakding to Namche

    Phagding to Namche is a trek in the Everest region of Nepal. The trek starts in Phagding, a small village on the banks of the Dudh Kosi river and ends in Namche Bazaar, a Sherpa village and the main gateway to Mount Everest. The trek is considered a moderate trek, with steep ascents and descents. Along the way, trekkers will pass through beautiful forests, cross suspension bridges including Hillary suspension bridge, and have the opportunity to see the Himalayan peaks. Namche Bazaar is also a great place to acclimatize before continuing on to higher altitudes.

  • Day 4 - Acclimatization Day in Namche

    Namche Bazaar is a popular rest day destination for trekkers and climbers on their way to Mount Everest. It is a Sherpa town located in the Khumbu region of the country and is considered a hub for trekkers due to its good facilities and stunning views of the surrounding peaks. The concept of a "rest day" in Namche is to give trekkers time to acclimate to the high altitude, explore the town and its markets, and rest before continuing their journey.

  • Day 5 - Namche to Tengboche

    The trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche is a popular trek in the Everest region of Nepal. The trail takes you through beautiful forests of rhododendron and pine, past traditional Sherpa villages, and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The trek is considered moderate, with steep ascents and descents and takes about 4-5 hours to complete. Tengboche is a small village located at an altitude of 3,860 meters and is home to the Tengboche Monastery, the largest Buddhist Monastery in the Khumbu region. The Monastery is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists and offers a great opportunity to learn about Sherpa culture and religion. The trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche is also a good acclimatization trek before moving on to higher altitudes.

  • Day 6 - Tengboche to Dingboche

    The trail takes you through beautiful alpine forest, past traditional Sherpa villages and offers stunning views of Mount Ama Dablam and other peaks in the Himalayas. Along the way, you will cross the Imja Khola via a suspension bridge and come across a wall inscribed with stones, likely a mani wall which are common in the Himalayan region and are used as a form of prayer or offering. After passing through Pangboche village, you will follow the trail leading to Imja Valley and make an ascent to finally reach the village of Dingboche. It is a challenging but rewarding trek that offers spectacular views and an opportunity to experience the culture and lifestyle of the Sherpa people.

  • Day 7 - Acclimatization Day in Dingboche

    Dingboche is a popular stop for trekkers on their way to the Everest Base Camp and other high altitude trekking routes in the Himalayas. At an altitude of 4,410 meters (14,470 feet), it is a good place to spend a day acclimatizing before continuing on to higher elevations. During an acclimatization day in Dingboche, trekkers can take a short hike to nearby hills or peaks to help their bodies adjust to the thinning air. This could include a hike to Nagarzhang Peak (5,083m) or Chhukung Ri (5,550m), which offer spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. Another activity is to visit Chhorten, mani walls and other monasteries in the area. It is also important to rest and hydrate properly during the acclimatization day, and to pay attention to any symptoms of altitude sickness such as headache, fatigue, or difficulty breathing. If any of these symptoms appear, it is best to descend to a lower altitude. In general, it is important to listen to your body and not to push yourself too hard during acclimatization days and make sure to follow the advice of your guide and/or trek leader.

  • Day 8 - Dingboche to Lobuche

    The trek from Dingboche to Lobuche is a popular route in the Everest region of Nepal. The trail starts with a gentle climb and then a steep ascent to Duglha, which is a small settlement. After a short rest, the trail continues to ascend through rocky terrain and past the Dughla Glacier. From Dughla, the trail becomes more moderate and you will pass through the small settlement of Thokla before reaching the village of Lobuche. It is also recommended that trekkers acclimatize properly before attempting this trek due to the high altitude. Overall, The trek from Dingboche to Lobuche is a challenging but rewarding experience that offers spectacular views of the Himalayas and an opportunity to experience the culture and lifestyle of the Sherpa people

  • Day 9 - Lobuche to Gorakshep

    The trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep with an afternoon hike to Kalapatthar is a popular route in the Everest region of Nepal. Gorakshep is a small village located at an altitude of 5,164 meters (16,942 feet) and serves as a base camp for climbers attempting to summit Mount Everest. Kalapatthar, also known as "Black Rock" is a vantage point located at an altitude of 5,545 meters (18,192 feet) and offers panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, including Mount Everest. After reaching Gorakshep, if you have energy, you can hike to Kalapatthar in the afternoon. The hike is steep and challenging, but the rewards are well worth it. The views from Kalapatthar are some of the most spectacular in the entire Everest region, with panoramic views of Mount Everest, Pumori, Nuptse, Lhotse, and other surrounding peaks. It is also recommended that trekkers acclimatize properly before attempting this trek due to the high altitude and thin air. Overall, the trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep with an afternoon hike to Kalapatthar is a challenging but rewarding experience that offers spectacular views of the Himalayas and an opportunity to experience the culture and lifestyle of the Sherpa people.

  • Day 10 - Trek Gorakshep to Base Camp and back then Fly by Helicopter from Gorakshep to Kathmandu

    The trek from Gorakshep to Base Camp and back is a popular route for those who are attempting to reach the summit of Mount Everest. After completing the trek, it is possible to fly by helicopter from Gorakshep to Kathmandu. This is a convenient option for those who are looking to save time or avoid further trekking. The flight typically takes about an hour, providing a bird's eye view of the beautiful mountain landscape.

  • All airport and hotel transfers
  • Welcome and farewell dinners
  • All accommodation and meals during the trek
  • .A full day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley including tour guide and entrance fees
  • Domestic flights (Kathmandu-Lukla) and airport departure taxes An experienced English-speaking trekking guide and porters to carry luggage
  • Including staff salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
  • All necessary paper work and permits (National park permit, TIMS )
  • Return back Heli from gouaches
  • All government and local taxes
  • Nepal entry Visa fee
  • International airfare
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain(due to any reason) than the listed itinerary
  • Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from mountain than the listed itinerary)
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc)
  • Tips for guides and porters

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