Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return- 12 Days
Duration
12 days
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20
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Overview
This Everest Base Camp Heli Return Trek combines the classic trekking route to Everest Base Camp with the luxury of a scenic helicopter ride back to Lukla. Perfect for trekkers who want to experience the adventure of trekking and avoid retracing their steps on the return.
Trip Highlights
- Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m), surrounded by the world’s tallest peaks.
- Witness the breathtaking beauty of Kala Patthar (5,545m), the best vantage point for Everest views.
- Explore Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar and visit Tengboche Monastery, a spiritual hub in the Khumbu region.
- Fly back from Gorak Shep to Lukla on a thrilling helicopter ride with panoramic views of the Himalayas.
- Experience the hospitality of the Sherpa community and their rich cultural heritage.
Tour Plan
- Activities:
- Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport.
- Transfer to hotel and trek briefing.
- Free time to explore the vibrant streets of Thamel.
- Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Duration: 30-minute flight + 3-4 hours trek
- Highlights:
- Scenic flight to Lukla, the gateway to Everest.
- Begin the trek with a gentle walk through pine forests and along the Dudh Koshi River.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Phakding.
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Cross several suspension bridges, including the famous Hillary Bridge.
- Ascend to Namche Bazaar, the vibrant trading hub of the Khumbu region.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Activities:
- Hike to Everest View Hotel for stunning views of Everest and Ama Dablam.
- Explore the Sherpa Cultural Museum and local markets.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Trek through rhododendron forests with views of Everest and Lhotse.
- Visit the historic Tengboche Monastery, a spiritual hub for trekkers.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Tengboche.
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Walk past Imja Valley, with close views of Ama Dablam.
- Reach Dingboche, a picturesque village surrounded by stunning peaks.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Dingboche.
- Activities:
- Optional hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5,083m) for incredible views of Makalu and Ama Dablam.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Dingboche
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Pass the memorial site at Thukla Pass, dedicated to climbers who lost their lives on Everest.
- Arrive at Lobuche with views of Nuptse and Pumori.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Lobuche.
- Duration: 7-8 hours
- Highlights:
- Trek to Everest Base Camp, the closest point to the world’s tallest peak.
- Enjoy the thrilling experience of standing at the base of Mount Everest.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Gorakshep.
- Duration: 2-3 hours hike + 15-minute helicopter ride
- Highlights:
- Early morning hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m) for a spectacular sunrise over Everest.
- Return to Gorakshep and board a helicopter to Lukla, enjoying aerial views of the Khumbu Glacier and Himalayan peaks.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Lukla.
- Duration: 30-minute flight
- Highlights:
- Scenic flight back to Kathmandu with final views of the Himalayas.
- Free time for shopping or exploring Kathmandu.
- Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Activities:
- Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey.
Included
- Accommodation: Teahouses during the trek and hotels in Kathmandu.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trek.
- Transportation: Round-trip flights between Kathmandu and Lukla, helicopter flight from Gorakshep to Lukla and airport transfers in Kathmandu.
- Permits: Sagarmatha National Park Permit and TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) card.
- Professional English-speaking trekking guide and porter.
- First aid kit and basic safety equipment.
Exclude
- International flights to/from Nepal.
- Travel insurance (mandatory for trekking and helicopter rides).
- Meals in Kathmandu.
- Snacks, beverages, and bottled water during the trek.
- Tips for guides, porters, and helicopter crew.
- Optional activities or services like hot showers, Wi-Fi, and charging during the trek.
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