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Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return - 10 Days
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 worldâs 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)
Meeting And Pickup
Pickup Point
Select a pickup point
Norbulinka Boutique Hotel -
Gahiti Marg,
Thamel,
21288,
Nepal
Hotel Cloud -
Lazimpat Road Laxmi Height,
Kathmandu,
,
NP
Boutique & Apartment Hotel -
Jyatha Marg,
Kathmandu,
,
NP
I will contact the supplier later -
Pickup details
We pick up travelers as per their requirement
Start time:
6:15 AM
What To Expect
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu
Thamel
Arrive Kathmandu and meet at the airport then transfer to your hotel. Rest of the time is free to explore/or rest at hotel.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Kathmandu
Arrive in colorful Kathmandu.
Duration:
10 hours
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Day 2: Fly to Lukla & trek to Phakding (2652m) 3 hrs
Phakding
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.
Duration:
15 hours
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Lukla
Fly to Lukla and start trek to Phakding from Lukla.
Duration:
30 minutes
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Lukla
Lukla is the starting point to trek into the Everest region.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Sagarmatha National Park
Sagarmatha National Park is the protected area & UNESCO Word Heritage Site.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) 6 hrs
Irish Pub
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.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Namche Bazaar
Namche Bazaar is the Sherpa capital and gateway to the Everest region.
Duration:
12 hours
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Sagarmatha National Park
Sagarmatha National Park is the protected area for flora and fauna of the Everest region.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Sherpa Museum
Sherpa museum is in Namche highlighting the Sherpa culture & traditions.
Duration:
30 minutes
Admission Included: NO
Namche Bazaar
Namche Bazar is the Sherpa capital.
Duration:
12 hours
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Day 4: Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar, hike to Everest view hotel (3900m) 3-4 hrs
Everest View Point
This day is set for acclimatizing at Namche and you will hike to Everest View Hotel for great views of Mt. Everest.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Syangboche is en-route Everest Base Camp.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Day 5: Trek to Tengboche (3860m) 5 hrs
Tengboche Gompa
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. Thereâs a big monastery at Tengboche.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Tengboche
Tengboche is en-route the Everest Base Camp & has the largest monastery in Khumbu region.
Duration:
12 hours
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Tengboche
Tengbcohe is en-route Everest base Camp trail.
Duration:
12 hours
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Day 6: Trek to Dingboche (4410m) 5 hrs
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.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Dingboche
Dingboche is a small village with one stop for acclimatization.
Duration:
12 hours
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Day 7: Trek to Lobuche (4910m) [5 hours]
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.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Lobuche peak lies closer to Khumbu Glacier with two peaks, the east & west.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Day 8: Hike to Everest Base Camp (5400m) and return Gorak Shep 7 hrs
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.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Mount Everest
Visit Everest base camp
Duration:
30 minutes
Admission Included: YES
Everest Base Camp is the starting point for climb up to Mt. Everest.
Duration:
30 minutes
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Everest Base Camp trek is the highest trekking route in the world.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Khumbu
Khumbu is the Everest region where the trek is being done.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Gorekshep is the last stop for trek to Everest Base Camp.
Duration:
12 hours
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Day 9: Hike to Kalapathar (5550m) & fly back to Kathmandu by helicopter in sharing helicopter.
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.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Kala Patthar
View of Everest from Kalapattar
Duration:
30 minutes
Admission Included: YES
Kala pathar is the popular Himalayan viewpoint.
Duration:
30 minutes
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Kala Pattar
Kala pattar is the popular Himalayan viewpoint.
Duration:
30 minutes
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Day 10: Trip concludes
Thamel
After breakfast, you shall be transferred to the international airport to catch your flight back home or to your onward destination.
Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
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