Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return - 10 Days

4.9 (9 reviews) Kathmandu, Nepal
Duration10 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
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Overview

An adventurous trek up till the Everest Base Camp then fly out to Kathmandu without the hassle for trekking back again. The program is ideal for those who have limited traveling-time but still wish to trek the regular EBC trek and after attending the base camp fly back to Kathmandu on a chartered helicopter. Trekking into the Everest Base Camp is the most popular treks in the world where four of the world’s six highest mountains (Everest, Lhotse, Makalu & Cho Oyu) located in the Everest region. The trek here not only provides a great opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the Himalayas but also get to know the local culture and traditions, especially the Sherpa community. The prime highlights of the trek are beautiful monasteries, Sir Edmund Hillary hospital and schools, Everest National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with varied floras and faunas.

What's included

  • Duffle bag, down jacket, sleeping bag and walking pole.
  • All government taxes, VAT and office service charge.
  • Everest Trek permit and TIMS card
  • Airport pick up / drop off by private vehicle as per the itinerary.
  • Trekking map and trip achievement certificate.
  • Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
  • Experienced English speaking trekking guide and necessary porters (1 Porter for 2 trekkers) during the trek including their transportation, food, accommodation, salary, equipment and insurance.
  • Landing and facility fees
  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast as per the itinerary.
  • Accommodation during the trek at guest houses/lodges.
  • Flight fare from Kathmandu to Lukla by plane & Gorekshep to Kathmandu by heli in group sharing basis
  • Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Nepal entry visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs for faster service)
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, internet, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, hot shower etc.
  • Any kind of drinks (tea/coffee, hot chocolate, boiled water, bottle water, cola, beer etc.
  • Tips for guide and porters (Tipping are expected but not mandatory)

What to expect

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu
  1. Pass by
    Arrive Kathmandu and meet at the airport then transfer to your hotel. Rest of the time is free to explore/or rest at hotel.
  2. Kathmandu
    10h
    Arrive in colorful Kathmandu.
Day 2: Fly to Lukla & trek to Phakding (2652m) 3 hrs
  1. Phakding
    15h
    Early in the morning, drive to the domestic airport for flight to Lukla. Meet the trekking crew at Lukla then begin trek to Phakding. The trail is filled up with green landscape and scenic view of Kusum Kangaru.
  2. Lukla
    30m
    Fly to Lukla and start trek to Phakding from Lukla.
  3. Lukla
    Pass by
    Lukla is the starting point to trek into the Everest region.
  4. Sagarmatha National Park
    Pass by
    Sagarmatha National Park is the protected area & UNESCO Word Heritage Site.
Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) 6 hrs
  1. Irish Pub
    Pass by
    Trek continues after breakfast with stiff walk thru beautiful pine forest alongside the Dudh Koshi River and crossing the Hillary suspension bridge. After a while the check-post and entrance to the Everest National Park is reached. The trail then follows the confluence of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers and reaches Chautara. Here, you will spot the first glimpse of Mt. Everest peering over the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. Namche Bazaar is reached upon 2 hours of continue walking.
  2. Namche Bazaar
    12h
    Namche Bazaar is the Sherpa capital and gateway to the Everest region.
  3. Sagarmatha National Park
    Pass by
    Sagarmatha National Park is the protected area for flora and fauna of the Everest region.
  4. Sherpa Museum
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Sherpa museum is in Namche highlighting the Sherpa culture & traditions.
  5. Namche Bazaar
    12h
    Namche Bazar is the Sherpa capital.
Day 4: Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar, hike to Everest view hotel (3900m) 3-4 hrs
  1. Everest View Point
    Pass by
    This day is set for acclimatizing at Namche and you will hike to Everest View Hotel for great views of Mt. Everest.
  2. Pass by
    Syangboche is en-route Everest Base Camp.
Day 5: Trek to Tengboche (3860m) 5 hrs
  1. Tengboche Gompa
    Pass by
    Trek starts with the trail being more or less smooth with few ups and downs. You will pass thru Kayangjuma then Sanasa. The trail then crosses Dudh Koshi bridge to reach Punki Tenga. After a rougher climb you will arrive at Tengboche. There’s a big monastery at Tengboche.
  2. Tengboche
    12h
    Tengboche is en-route the Everest Base Camp & has the largest monastery in Khumbu region.
  3. Tengboche
    12h
    Tengbcohe is en-route Everest base Camp trail.
Day 6: Trek to Dingboche (4410m) 5 hrs
  1. Pass by
    The trek goes to the upper trail passing thru several Chortens, Mani walls and small villages. You will cross the Imja Khola and Pangboche village (3900m). Then the trial enters the Imja Valley and descends to Lobuche River. After a continuous climb Dingboche is reached.
  2. Dingboche
    12h
    Dingboche is a small village with one stop for acclimatization.
Day 7: Trek to Lobuche (4910m) [5 hours]
  1. Pass by
    The trail climbs towards Duglha thru Khumbu Khola Valley. En-route you will pass along Dusa, Phulung Karpo and reach Chola Lake. The trail then crosses a small bridge and ascends to Duglha. The trail still climbs up passing Chupki Larka and continues till reaching Lobuche.
  2. Pass by
    Lobuche peak lies closer to Khumbu Glacier with two peaks, the east & west.
Day 8: Hike to Everest Base Camp (5400m) and return Gorak Shep 7 hrs
  1. Pass by
    You will go thru many ups and downs in high altitude. After a steady hiking of about 3 hours you will reach EBC from where witness the Khumbu Glacier and icefall. Later on return to Gorakshep.
  2. Mount Everest
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit Everest base camp
  3. 30m
    Everest Base Camp is the starting point for climb up to Mt. Everest.
  4. Pass by
    Everest Base Camp trek is the highest trekking route in the world.
  5. Khumbu
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    Khumbu is the Everest region where the trek is being done.
  6. 12h
    Gorekshep is the last stop for trek to Everest Base Camp.
Day 9: Hike to Kalapathar (5550m) & fly back to Kathmandu by helicopter in sharing helicopter.
  1. Pass by
    The last day of your trek and you will hike to Kalapathar popular for 360 degree panoramic views of the Khumbu mountains including Everest. After Kalapathar, you will fly back to Kathmandu on group sharing helicopter and transfer to your hotel.
  2. Kala Patthar
    30m · Admission ticket included
    View of Everest from Kalapattar
  3. 30m
    Kala pathar is the popular Himalayan viewpoint.
  4. Kala Pattar
    30m
    Kala pattar is the popular Himalayan viewpoint.
Day 10: Trip concludes
  1. Pass by
    After breakfast, you shall be transferred to the international airport to catch your flight back home or to your onward destination.
  2. Pass by
    Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up travelers as per their requirement

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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