Everest Base Camp Helicopter Trek
Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most luxurious trekking adventures in Nepal. It is suitable for those who want to spend all nights in Luxury lodges and hotels during the entire trip.
When you reach your dream point, Everest Base Camp (5364m) and the successful summit of Kalapatthar (5550m), you can see the closest views of Mt. Everest, Pumori, and many other mountains. You will fly down to Lukla by Helicopter instead of walking back because it takes 4 days. You will ride a helicopter from Gorakshep and fly out to Lukla; it will save you time and money. And also you will get the lifetime experience of flying with a helicopter around the high mountains of Everest and the Himalayas.
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Trek is one of the best-prepared itineraries. This trek starts from Kathmandu with 30 minutes of panoramic mountain views by Airplane to Tenzing Hillary Airport, Lukla (one of the busiest airports of Nepal). Our trekking adventure starts with a minimum of 4 hours of walking through different Sherpa villages and the Dudhkoshi River via Phakding to Monjo and reaches the Famous Sherpa settlement- Namche Bazaar.
To complete the Everest base camp helicopter trek without Altitude sickness, two days of acclimatization is necessary. We have our first acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar (3440m) and the second acclimatization is at Dingboche( 4350m) before we proceed for our dream trip to Everest base camp (5364 m) and Kalapatthar( 5550m).
Day 01: Fly to Lukla (2,804 m) and Trek to Phakding (2,610 m) 3– 4 hours.
Day 02: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) 4 – 5 hours.
Day 03: Namche Bazaar Acclimatization Day.
Day 04: Trek to Tengboche (3,860 m)4 – 6 hours.
Day 05: Trek to Dingboche (4,350 m) for 4 – 6 hours.
Day 06: Trek to Lobuche (4,910 m) 4 – 5 hours.
Day 07: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m)walk to Gorak Shep (5,180 m) 6 for – 7 hours.
Day 08: Gorak Shep (5,180 m) to Kalapatthar to Gorak shep and Helicopter Ride Back to Kathmandu
Day 01: Kathmandu – Lukla – Phakding (2,651m/8,700ft): 30-minute flight, 3 – 4 hours trek
In the morning, take a scenic flight to Lukla by Plane from Kathmandu. After that, a trek to Phakding commences via Cheplung village. Get a glimpse of Mt, Khumbila on the way. Overnight at Phakding.
Trek Distance – 6.2km / 3.8miles
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 02: Phakding – Namche (3,438m/11,280 ft): 4 – 5 hours
A trek to the Sherpa capital Namche begins. Walking through the Benkar valley and we traverse the Dudh Koshi River. Proceed further and walk through Chumoa and Monjo villages and enter the Sagarmatha National Park. From there, cross a suspension bridge to reach Jorsale village. Ascend uphill and arrive at Namche. Overnight in Namche.
Trek Distance – 7.4km / 4.6 miles
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 03: Acclimatization Day – Namche Bazaar: (3,440m/11,284ft)
An acclimatization rest at Namche Bazaar to adjust easily to the altitude. We explore Namche today by exploring the surrounding places. Visit the Sagarmatha National Park and witness some diverse flora. If lucky get some glimpse of wild animals too. Admire the stunning views of Mt. Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and other snowy mountains. After that, we can also visit Khumjung village or rest at a hotel. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 04: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft): 4 – 6 hours
A pleasurable walk to Phunki. From Phunki, ascend towards Tengboche and visit the largest Tengboche Monastery in the Everest region. Observe some great views from the monastery including Mt. Lhotse, Nuptse, and Thamserku. Rest at a guesthouse. Stay Overnight.
Trek Distance – 9.2km / 5.7miles
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 05: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,358m/14,295 ft) 4 – 6 hours
A descend walk to Debuche and traverse the Imja River. Proceed further and reach the village of Pangboche. Explore the oldest Pangboche monastery. Reach our destination Dingboche via Imja Valley. Stay Overnight.
Trek Distance – 12km / 7.45miles
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 06: Dingboche – Lobuche (4,928m/16164 ft.) 4 – 5 hr
A long trail continues admiring the scenic views. Pass through lovely settlements and traverse Dughla Pass and reach Lobuche. Stay Overnight.
Trek Distance – 8.5km / 5.2 miles
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 07: Lobuche – Gorak Shep (5,160m/16,929ft) – Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,598ft)
A prime point of our trek comes as a trek to the Everest Base Camp commences. A long-hour trek yet a fruitful experience. Reach Gorakshep and have lunch. From there, trek to the Everest Base Camp onwards. Upon reaching the base camp, relish the spectacular views of Mt. Pumori, Khumbu, and Nuptse. Return to Gorakshep and stay overnight.
Trek Distance – 15km / 9.32miles
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 08: Gorakshep – Kalapatthar (5,550m/18,204ft) – Kathmandu
A thrilling trek to the highest point Kalapatthar for a stunning close-up view of the world’s highest Everest and surrounding snowy mountains. Snap some photos and enjoy some time in the vicinity. Return to Gorakshep to have lunch and Helicopter Ride Back to Kathmandu
Services includes
- Airport transfer
- Flight From Kathmandu by plane to lukla and Return By shared Helicopter
- ( A Normal Mountain lodges/Teahouse) during the trek including Breakfast, lunch and dinner on twin sharing basis
- Well Experienced, Professional & Trained guide with meals, lodge, gears, Insurance and wages & Porter( 1 porter for 2 people, max weight 20kgs) with meals, lodge, gears, Insurance and wages
- Trek permits, TIMS card and required trek documents Kathmandu-Lukla- Kathmandu by Flight & Airport taxes.
- First Aid Kid Box( for basic Treatment only)
- Trekking completion certificate for memory of wonderful Nepal Trek
Services not includes:
- Nepal Visa fee
- Travel and Emergency Helicopter Evacuation Insurance
- Accommodation, Meals & other Personal expenses in Kathmandu
- Any soft drinks or Alcoholic drinks during trek
- Laundry or personal expenses like phone calls, unforeseen cost due to landslide, sick, flight delayed, bad weather, Urgent Helicopter Evacuation etc
- Trekking gears and clothing
- Tips for guide and porter( Highly expected)
General
- Seasons Sleeping bag.
- Duffel or Rucksack bag or suitcase.
- Daypack
- Down Jacket.
Upper Body – Head / Ears / Eyes
- Shade hat or baseball cap – some people drape a bandana down the back of their head and then put a baseball cap on to hold it in place. This can be a flexible alternative while keeping the sun off your ears and neck.
- Warm wool or synthetic hat that covers your ears.
- Balaclava – lightweight, thinner variety.
- Glacier glasses-100% UV protection with side shields and a hard-sided storage case
- Headlamp – Make sure to bring extra batteries and that they are lithium batteries so that they will last in the colder temperatures. .
- Some people like ear-muffs; These are optional; a good hat, balaclava, and hooded jacket should really be sufficient, but this is a personal choice for some people (optional).
- A neck warmer is another piece of gear for extra warmth if you feel you will need it (optional).
Hand
- liner gloves, thin wool or synthetic, useful alone on mild days or as a layer inside other gloves / mitts for additional warmth.
- Warm gloves (heavier fleece or wool).
- Shell gloves or mitts; Gore-Tex is preferred for keeping hands dry.
- Instant hand warmers are always nice in a pinch, but really shouldn’t be necessary on the trek. Bringing appropriate hand protection as recommended above should be sufficient (optional).
Core Body
- Light and weight thermal tops.
- T-shirts (2).
- Fleece jacket or pullover.
- Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional).
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket.
- for women sports bras, Synthetic, no cotton!
Lower Body – Legs
- Nylon hiking shorts – Quick drying type, not cotton!
- Underwear, stay away from cotton (4).
- lightweight long underwear – Capilene or other synthetic.
- Soft shell pants – synthetic, full zip from top and bottom preferable.
- A pair of good Goretex pant
- Trekking pants, preferably that zip on/off at the knees so they double as shorts.
- Hard shell pants. Waterproof/breathable, Gore-Tex or equivalent is best. Should zip from the top and bottom – this makes it easier to put on over boots without getting undressed should the weather change once you are underway for the day.
- Cotton pants (loose jeans/khakis).
- All clothing should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks or large puncture resistant plastic bags.
Feet
- liner socks, synthetic or Capilene.
- heavy weight socks to be worn over liner socks.
- pair light weight socks, a good option for the lower / warmer parts of the trail.
- pair light to medium weight water proof hiking/trekking boots. Ensure a good fit with layered socks and you have worn then before to get used to it (otherwise you will get lots of blister).
- pair of light trekking shoes or sneakers. Good for around the camp/lodges and in Kathmandu.
- hiking gaiters, good for keeping dust and rocks out of your shoes/boots as well as keep your feet dry as necessary (Optional).
- pair of sandals (Optional).
Medicines and First Aid Kits
- Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude related headaches.
- Ibuprofen for general aches and pains.
- Immodium or Pepto Bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea.
- Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness. Please discuss with us before starting to take this medicine.
- 1 small personal sized first-aid kit with blister treatments such as mole skin, band-aids, some waterproof tape, anti-infection ointments, etc. Your guides will have more extensive medical gear, but you should have the basics for general use.
Miscellaneous, but Important!
- Passport and extra passport photos (4 copies).
- Airline ticket (Please make a copy and leave on at our office in KTM just in case if you need to change the date of your).
- Durable wallet / pouch for travel documents, money & passport.
- Lip balm. At least SPF 20, 2 sticks. A string taped to the stick is helpful, to hang around your neck and some are now being sold with a cord already attached. Handy as it avoids you from having to stop and look for it.
- SPF 40 is recommended and should be relatively new since it loses its’ effectiveness over time.
- Pocket knife or small Swiss Army type.
- Water purification Iodine tablets or Polar-pure crystals.
- Toiletry kit. Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, and liquid hand sanitizer, towel, soap, etc.
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