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Overview
What’s different about the Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return? Well for starters, unlike the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, you actually get to explore the Everest Base Camp and physically be there at the base camp. All the while walking through the nooks and cranny of the trails and interacting with the locals viewing the natural environment throughout the journey in the Everest Region.
Not only do you get to trek in this beautiful region, but you also get to return back with an extravagant ride on a helicopter. While helicopter return from the base camp may scream comfort and less time with no walking, there is a different superiority of the helicopter return. With the helicopter return, you get to experience a different side of the Everest Region. The eagle-eye view of the Everest Region from the helicopter will leave you mesmerized.
The 9 day Everest Base Camp Trek with helicopter return takes you through a scenic flight to Lukla and mesmerizes you on the very first day of the trek. The trek then starts as you walk from Lukla to a small beautiful village of Phakding.
From Phakding, you will head straight to the famous marketplace of the Everest Region known as Namche Bazaar. Marked as an acclimatization day, it is not to be skipped at any cost. With proper acclimatization and a short side trip to the Syangboche Airport, you will now head to a more religious and cultural site.
Tengboche Monastery is the next destination on our Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary for the day. The monastery is a Buddhist monastery taken care of by the local Sherpas. After a proper visit, the trek will take you to Dingboche for another acclimatization. These small breaks in altitude gain help in avoiding altitude sickness.
From Dingboche, you will head towards Lobuche which is at an altitude of 4930 meters. This altitude gain may take a toll on you so take it slow. Lobuche village has beautiful views of the Lobuche peak along with the other Himalayas.
From Lobuche, we shall head to our ultimate destination i.e, Everest Base Camp through Gorakshep. Today will be the longest trek in the Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary. After experiencing the most memorable and greatest achievement, you will return to Gorakshep. The next morning will be your last day and the most memorable day of the trek.
With mesmerizing and stunning views of the Himalayas and Everest from Kala Patthar (5643m), you will end your Everest Base Camp Trek as you will be returning to Kathmandu by helicopter from Kalapatthar. Not only will you get a comfortable seat and return back, but you will also get the best views of the mountains and the settlements and glaciers and whatnot.
With this comfortable and memorable view from the helicopter, you shall end your trek around the Everest Base Camp and fly back by helicopter return.
Everest Base Camp Trek fly out by Helicopter Highlights
Eagle eye panoramic view
Mesmerizing Lukla flight
The dual experience of trekking and helicopter ride
Namche Bazaar
Tengboche Monastery
Cultural and religious exposure
Short Itinerary
- 1: Arrive to Kathmandu (1400 m/4,593 ft)
- 2: Fly to Lukla - 35 minutes (2840 m/9,317 ft) and trek to Phakding (2,610 m/8,562 ft) - 4 Hours
- 3: Trek to Namche (3,450 m/11,318 ft) - 6/7 Hours
- 4: Acclimatization day at Namche / Morning Excursion.
- 5: Trek to Khumjung (3780 m/12,401 ft) - 2/ 3 Hours - Side Excursions.
- 6: Trek to Phortse (3810 m/12,500 ft) - 5/6 Hours
- 7: Trek to Dingbuche (4350 m/14,271 ft) - 7/8 Hous
- 8: Acclimatization day at Dingbuche / Morning Excursion.
- 9: Trek to Lobuche (4910 m/16,108 ft) - 4/5 Hours
- 10: Trek to Gorakshep (5189 m/17,024 ft) - 2/3 Hours, trek to Everest base camp 2/3 Hours (One Way)
- 11: Morning excursion to Kalapathar (5545 m/18,192 ft) and Chartered Helicopter to kathmandu
- 12: Departure Day
Important Note
The above itinerary is simply a guideline and is subject to alteration as per the circumstances. Your group leader is solely liable to bring about changes in the best interest of the group. Flight Delay/Cancellation in Kathmandu and Lukla: The unpredictability of Flights flying to and from Lukla airport, the gateway to Mount Everest and the world’s most electrifying airport is pretty evident from its history of delays and cancellation. Diverse factors lead to the situation of cancellation including the weather, technical issues, poor visibility, etc. In such conditions, Nepal Pyramids will charter a helicopter to make certain that you don’t miss your trip or your international flight. But again under these circumstances, the possibility of flying helicopter depends on the Nepal Civil Aviation flying rules. Travelers are to pay the cost of the chartered helicopter which is payable through cash, traveler’s cheques, or credit cards (Visa and Master Cards only). Travelers will be provided with receipt upon payment so that they may claim the amount from their travel insurance. The cost per person is governed by the number of people taking this facility. It is always very wise to have an extra day in your hand in case of bad weather to which, occasionally, flying of Helicopter isn’t possible. In such cases, we always come up with possible alternatives depending on the situation.
Itinerary
DAY 01: Kathmandu, The Capital City (1400 m/4,593 ft)
Once you land in the Tribhuwan international airport of Kathmandu airport your group leader will transfer you to the hotel. Your leader will brief you on ‘what’s next’ program and meet you around in the evening for the trek briefing and welcome dinner.
Highlights:
Pick up from the international airport.
Transfer to hotel by your Group Leader.
Trek briefing and giving away of equipment.
Welcome dinner and getting to know each other.
DAY 02: Flight to Lukla (2,800 m / 9186 ft) Trek to Phakding (2,600 m/8,530 ft) 3/4 hrs
35 minutes awesome flight to the Lukla airport. 3/4 hours effortless walk through the cultured Sherpa villages to our first destination, Phakding. On your way the views are of exceptional beauty. Furthermore, the view of stunning landscape, deep valley and Dudh Koshi gorge is unique.
Highlights:
Flying in a small plane to a stunning Lukla airport, 2840 m
Beautiful walk through the magnificent native settlement
Beautiful view of deep gorges, ancient farming terraces and soaring landscapes.
The very special scenic beauty at the backdrop is amazing.
Overnight stay at stunning Phakding, fabulous dinner and briefing by your leader along with number of fascinating stories.
DAY 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3450 m / 11,318 ft) 7 hrs. and Acclimatization Day
Namche Bazaar is the Administrative Centre and the Capital of Khumbu district. We start early today as we need to cover 7/8 hours in distance. Despite long hours walk the fascination of trekking into the legendary trail is very delightful. Once you get to Namche you would witness a luxurious city in the middle of no way. It is very surprising to see the comfort in the midst of remoteness and thin air.
Highlights:
Early wakeup call
3 hours gentle walk through beautiful local settlement for lunch
Crossing of 5 high suspension bridges including the highest in the Everest region is really exciting.
The scenic beauty, deep gorges and sky-high cliffs at the backdrop is phenomenal.
Being at Namche, the dream land is remarkable which is worth an effort.
DAY 04: Acclimatization
1 and ½ hours amazing walk for acclimatization.
Walk to Everest View Lodge, one of the enchanting place for the view is remarkable.
The close view of the magnificent mountain, extensive green hills and to witness the territory of the yaks is charismatic
The first view of the world’s highest mountain (Mt. Everest)
DAY 05: Trek to Khumjung (3780 m / 12,401 ft) 3 hrs.
Short and relaxing walk to the “Valley inside the Clouds”, Khumjung, situated at the base of the holy mountain, Khumbiyela is exceptionally sensational. Khumjung, the green hidden valley is indeed very enchanting with its extent making it one of the largest settlement in the region and with all the green painted roofs giving it more of a peaceful appearance.
Highlights:
2 and ½ hours easy walk
Visit to the yak farm, school built by Edmund Hillary and the Khumjung monastery to witness the scalp of the YETI is another legendary quest.
Free afternoon for self-exploration around the village of Khumjung.
DAY 06: Trek to Phortse (3,810 m / 12,500 ft) 6 hrs.
We skip the maddening traditional trial to Everest base camp and divert our way to a different valley of Gokyo. This gives you an opportunity to explore the lower section of Gokyo valley with the most amazing setting. We climb all the way to ridge of Mong La village and descend all the way down to the river valley of Phortse Tenga for Lunch. After lunch short easy hike through the forest of rhododendron to the most amazing settlement of Phortse.
Highlights:
Fabulous walk to the ridge of Mong-La with stunning mountain views.
Deep drop to the Gokyo gorge for lunch with chances to see musk deer
Unlike many other settlement the terraced village of Phortse is special of its kind
Chances to spot Musk Deer, Pheasants, Himalayan Thar other wild life of Everest
DAY 07-08: Trek to Dingbuche (4,360 m / 14,304 ft) 7 - 8 hrs / And Acclimatization Day
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Detailed Itinerary
DAY 01: Kathmandu, The Capital City (1400 m/4,593 ft)
DAY 02: Flight to Lukla (2,800 m / 9186 ft) Trek to Phakding (2,600 m/8,530 ft) 3/4 hrs
DAY 03-04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3450 m / 11,318 ft) 7 hrs. and Acclimatization Day
DAY 05: Trek to Khumjung (3780 m / 12,401 ft) 3 hrs.
DAY 06: Trek to Phortse (3,810 m / 12,500 ft) 6 hrs.
DAY 07-08: Trek to Dingbuche (4,360 m / 14,304 ft) 7 – 8 hrs / And Acclimatization Day
Leaving Phortse we take one of the most beautiful hill cut high trail. This high elevated trail offers the most outstanding views of enormous mountain and deep valley. Today we start early to get to the village of Dingbuche, a town situated at the foot of soaring Amadablam Mountain. Amadablam also known as the Matterhorn of Nepal is yet another attraction. Once you get to Dingbuche you would realize that now you are completely fenced by the soaring snow peaks, 360 angle view.
Highlights:
Beautiful walk with the most beautiful view
Chances to witness the musk deer, mountain goat and different birds
4 hours to the pleasant settlement of Pangbuche. Another 45 minutes’ walk to Somare for lunch.
Next painless walk to Dingbuche where the valley opens wide with its magnificence.
View of countless other neighboring mountains that now opens clear.
DAY 08: ACCLIMATIZATION
Acclimatization:
After breakfast we climb to the hill of Nagarjun for acclimatization.
360 degree mountain view including Island Peak and Makalu ( world’s 5th highest mountain)
From the point of excursion, aerial view of Island peak valley and Dingbuche village.
Free afternoon
DAY 09: Trek to Lobuche (4910 m / 16,108 ft) - 4-5 hrs.
Now we walk into the alpine area away from the tree line. Gradual ascent is recommended to all the trekkers. Try to breathe normal. Today is another beautiful walk. We walk into the wider trail much like the Himalayan meadow. You would see countless new snow peaks that unfolds before us. In this contrasting and spectacular landscape setting there is serenity and contentment.
Highlights:
You will feel the thin air. Slow walking is highly recommended.
Gradual up walk in the wide Himalayan meadow is peaceful
Walking up to the memorial plateau with hundreds of memorial built after the memory of people who met with tragedy in different mountains of Everest is remarkable.
Getting to Lobuche a small settlement at the foot of Lobuche peak is significant.
DAY 10: Trek to Gorek Shep (5,288 m /17,349 ft) 3 hrs / Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,360 m/17,585 ft) 5 hrs
Leaving Lobuche this 2/3 hours walk to Gorak Shep is out of the ordinary through the rocky moraine undulating trail. Gorak Shep, the spectacular village is surrounded by majestic snow peaks including Everest, the world’s highest. There are hardly any trails as you are walking into trail with live glacier underneath that changes its course every year. Soon we are done with lunch we will walk to our chief mission of getting to E.B.C.
Highlights:
Spectacular view of the Khumbu ice fall with sky-high peaks all around.
Trek to fascinating Everest base camp after lunch
View of the base camp and the blue ice pinnacles of the ice-fall is astonishing
Challenging but very rewarding walk to the fro from the base camp
DAY 11: Morning walk to Kalapatthar (5,545 m /18,192 ft) Chartered Helicopter to Kathmandu
Now is the time for epic climb to Kalapathar, the point to value your dream and the sensational Himalayan vistas all around. The climb is challenging but the view from the top surpasses the wildest imagination. After making historic success to Everest Base Camp and Kalapattar, we will get back to Gorakshep for breakfast and take Chartered Helicopter back to Kathmandu.
Highlights:
Phenomenal sunrise view
A very rewarding moment being at 5545 m with exceptional panoramic mountain view.
Flying in a Helicopter back to Kathmandu is simply incredible.
The aerial view of the valley you just walked looks interestingly overwhelming.
You get very close to those mountains which you recently witnessed way far from a distant.
Free afternoon in Kathmandu.
DEPARTURE DAY
Depending on your flight schedule airport transportation will be provided. Your leader will accompany you.
Dates & Cost
Cost Includes:
Your arrival and departure from Airport –hotel -airport by private car.
Two night hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
All your standard meals like, Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner, during the trek, cup of tea coffee during the breakfast.
Tea house Accommodations during the trek.
Equipment like sleeping bag, Down Jacket & needed things etc if you do not have your own. to be returned after the trip.
All ground transportation by bus.
Well English speaking guide, friendly, experienced, with government license holder.
A Guide, food, Transport, Accommodation, Salary, equipments, e.t.c. All paid.
Monastery fees.
Emergency evacuation service arrangement, if incase, pay by your travel insurance.
Insurance of Guide.
A trekking route map
Trekking Permit. (National Park fee)
TIMS (trekkers’ Information Management System.)
First aid box with normal medicine, including Oximeter and pulse meter checker.
Cost Excludes:
All kind’s of Drink’s like Mineral water, beer Juice, Coke, fanta, other alcoholic hard drink’s, ETC.
Sweet things like chocolate and others
Extra hotel night and activities in kathmandu.
Your personal expenses.
Porter carrier if you need.
Inclusive
Cost Includes
Cost Includes:
- Your arrival and departure from Airport –hotel -airport by private car.
- Two night hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- All your standard meals like, Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner, during the trek, cup of tea coffee during the breakfast.
- Tea house Accommodations during the trek.
- Equipment like sleeping bag, Down Jacket & needed things etc if you do not have your own. to be returned after the trip.
- All ground transportation by bus.
- Well English speaking guide, friendly, experienced, with government license holder.
- A Guide, food, Transport, Accommodation, Salary, equipments, e.t.c. All paid.
- Monastery fees.
- Emergency evacuation service arrangement, if incase, pay by your travel insurance.
- Insurance of Guide.
- A trekking route map
- Trekking Permit. (National Park fee)
- TIMS (trekkers’ Information Management System.)
- First aid box with normal medicine, including Oximeter and pulse meter checker.
Cost Excludes
- All kind’s of Drink’s like Mineral water, beer Juice, Coke, fanta, other alcoholic hard drink’s, ETC.
- Sweet things like chocolate and others
- Extra hotel night and activities in kathmandu.
- Your personal expenses.
- Porter carrier if you need.
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