Everest Base Camp Trek With Helicopter Return

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Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return is a wonderful trip to the lap of the world's highest peak. This trip begins after a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla Airport, also known as the Tenzing Hillary Airport. 
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Scenic flights from Kathmandu to Lukla and Gorakshep to Kathmandu
    • Flora and fauna of Sagarmatha National Park
    • Everest View Hotel for stunning view of Mt. Everest and other peaks
    • Tengboche Monastery, Pangboche Monastery and the monastery of Namche
    • The Sherpa Museum and the Hall of Fame
    • 360-degree panoramic view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Nuptse, Island Peak and Lobuje Peak
    • Base camp of the world’ highest peak
    • Aerial view of Everest region while helicopter return

What's this trip about?

    Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return is a wonderful trip to the lap of the world's highest peak. This trip begins after a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla Airport, also known as the Tenzing Hillary Airport. 

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityKathmandu
End CityKathmandu

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Mountaineering
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Trekking

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 2

Trip includes

    • Airport pick-up and drop off service,
    • Trekking Guide and Trekking porter (Two participant 1 porter, Porter carry 25 Kg)
    • Flight fare for Kathmandu-Lukla
    • Three star Level or equal level hotel in Kathmandu (BB) plan (Two night only )
    • Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffel bags and trekking sticks (if required)
    • Trekking permit of National park,
    • TIMS(Trekking Information Management System )
    • Insurance and equipment for the trekking staffs
    • First aid kit
    • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with cultural program in typical Traditional Nepali restaurant
    • Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel Insurance Company.

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Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu and Transfer to the Hotel

Upon your arrival time, a representative from Nepal Trekking Routes will reach Kathmandu International Airport [TIA] to welcome and receive you. You will then be escorted to your hotel where you can refresh and relax. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 02: Kathmandu to Phakding via Lukla flight (2,652m) 3 hrs

Wake up early today to catch a mountain flight to Lukla, the gateway to Mt. Everest. Unload your rucksacks and star trekking towards Phakding. Enroute you will pass through pine and oak forests with occasional chirping sound of birds. Overnight in Phakding.

Day 03: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) 5 - 6 hrs

Have a warm breakfast and take in the crispy air. The trail leaving Phakding parallels the Dudkhosi River alongside the forested hills. Crossing of the suspension bridge over the confluence of Bhotekoshi and Dudhkoshi allows for a first glimpse of Everest and other peaks. The last segment is fairly uphill trek till you reach Namche Bazar.  Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Day 04: Namche Bazaar: Rest day

Today is an acclimatization day. You will spend exploring and learning about the sights and sounds of Namche Bazaar. Or alternatively you can hike up to Everest View Hotel, one of world’s highest hotels to capture an amazing panorama of Mahalangur Himalayan ranges inc...

Day 05: Namche to Tengboche (3,870m): 5 - 6 hrs

As the dawn breaks, you carry rucksack and march down the trail ahead. The section between Namche and Tengboche is fairly easy as you walk into serene forests of oaks, pines and magnolia.  Tengboche Monastery is one of the most sacred Himalayan monastery built by the ...

Day 06: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m) 5 - 6 hrs

The trail from Tengboches first goes downhill pass the quite forests. As you continue to walk further, the vegetation changes as trees give way to shrubs and rocky landscape with occasional walled houses. Overnight in Dingboche.

Day 07: Dingboche Rest Day

Today is another day allocated for acclimatization. Follow your trekking guide on a short hike to nearby Pangboche valley. You will have plenty of time to observe local Sherpa culture or enjoy yaks plying on the fields. Overnight in Dingboche.

Day 08: Dingboche - Lobuche (4,910) 5-6 hrs

The trail from Dingboche to Lobuche is straight forward along open lands crossed by fresh streams. You will enjoy beautiful Himalayan views of Everest, Lhotse and Thamserku along this section of trail as well as pay tribute to memorials erected in the name of trekkers and mountaineers who have lost their lives in Everest region. Overnight in Lobuche.

Day 09: Lobuche to Gorekshep via EBC (5,170m)8-9 hrs

This is most probably the best section of trekking on this trip. The trail is a bit rocky and challenging as you walk parallele to Khumbu glaciers on your right. The final section involves negotiating your way through big rocks and boulders. Gorakshep is the last village before Everest base camp. Overnight in Gorakshep.

Day 10: Flight back to Kathmandu-Free time-Farewell Dinner (Heli Return to Kathmandu)

Before taking helicopter flight back you are heading toward the Kalapathar for best sunrise view then back to Gorekshep.  Today is the day of return to Kathmandu by helicopter from Gorekshep. It’s an  amazing Helicopter flight back to Kathmandu. During helicopter return heli will land in Lukla for fuel and again flight to Kathmandu

Day 11: Farewell Travel Guest

Depending on the time of your departure, our representative will accompany you to Tribhuvan International Airport

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,500
Price per day$278
Last Updated: 11/24/2023

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Personal expenses
    • Heritage entry fee during the sightseeing in Kathmandu and other
    • Drinks, beverages, hot shower, extra accommodation in Kathmandu
    • Travel insurance
    • Tips for guide and porter
    • Extra Meals & hotel accommodation in Kathmandu other than mentioned in Itinerary

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Travel Insurance
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Meals Included

Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, accommodation during the trekking

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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