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Everest Base Camp Trek Fly Back to Kathmandu by Helicopter

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Country
Country Nepal
Best Season
Best Season Whole Year
Duration
Duration 10.0 Days
Meal
Meal Full Board Meals
Max-Altitude
Max-Altitude 5645.0m
Transportation
Transportation Dom Flight, Helicopter & Tourist Vehicles
Accomodation
Accomodation 4* Hotel in Kathmandu, Luxury Lodge in Trek
Difficulty
Difficulty 15–30 travelers

Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return: Ultimate Adventure and Luxury

Overview

Experience the Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek with a helicopter flight back to Lukla, offering stunning scenery, rich culture, and diverse flora and fauna of the Everest region. This trek, also known as the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Trek, combines the traditional trekking experience with a luxurious helicopter ride, making it perfect for adventure enthusiasts seeking a unique and unforgettable journey.

Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return

Unmatched Scenic Beauty

  • Enjoy close aerial views of Mount Everest and other majestic peaks.
  • Witness the stunning Himalayan glacier range of the Khumbu region.
  • Experience 360-degree panoramic views from Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp.

Thrilling Adventures

  • Cross high-suspension hanging bridges over rivers.
  • Embark on a thrilling Helicopter mountain flight to Lukla.
  • Relish one of the best helicopter rides from the world’s highest mountains region.

Cultural Immersion

  • Experience the rural lifestyle of the Sherpas with their rich Buddhist culture and colorful customs.
  • Trek through the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Sagarmatha National Park,” encountering ancient monasteries, Sherpa culture, and high alpine flora and fauna.

Natural Wonders

  • Trek through passes, glaciers, lakes, and waterfalls.
  • Explore pine and rhododendron forests, home to endangered species of birds and animals.

Unique Experience

Trekking to Everest Base Camp is about the journey through enchanting landscapes, close views of white peaks, local Sherpa culture, waterfalls, and glaciers. Returning by helicopter provides an enchanting bird’s eye view of glaciers, passes, and majestic mountains, including Everest, Gaurishankar, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Cholatse, Nuptse, Pumori, and Lhotse.

The Everest Base Camp Trek with a helicopter return is the perfect combination of adventure and luxury. It offers an unforgettable experience with stunning natural beauty, rich cultural immersion, and thrilling adventures. Whether you’re an experienced trekker or a first-time adventurer, this journey promises memories that will last a lifetime.

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Itinerary

Your Journey, Step by Step

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Day 1

Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)

On your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, a representative of Bold Himalayan will greet you. Then we will drop you off at our hotel. Freshen up and take a rest. Later you will have a meet with a guide. Our guide will brief you about your trek. Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.

Day 2

Fly to Lukla, Trek to Phakding (2,651m/8,700ft)

In the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel and escort you to the Airport, domestic terminal. About 35 minutes thrilling flight from Kathmandu with the far view of mountains and hill, you arrive at Tenzing Hillary Airport, Lukla.
On reaching Lukla you will meet porters and have breakfast and head towards Phakding.The the trail from Phakding gradually descends to Cheplung village. And further walking to Ghat offering the pristine view of Mt. Kusum Kangraru. Then we again have a gradual descend until Phakding. Overnight stay at Phakding.

Day 3

Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280ft) 11km, 5 - 6 hours

After having breakfast in Phakding, we head toward Namche following the Dudh Koshi river. Crossing the river several, we pass by some small villages. Continuing the trek, we reach another beautiful Sherpa settlement, Monjo. Reaching Monjo, you will enter the Sagarmatha National Park. Before entering the National Park, permits are checked Then, walk toward Jorsale and stop for lunch.
The trail goes along the Dudh Koshi river. And we walk along the path surrounded by pine forest, the trail ascends until Namche Bazaar. The peaks of Thamserku and Kwangde are visible to the east and the west, and the sacred mountain Khumbila is within sight, as we approach the town of Namche Bazaar. Namche is the central hub of the area. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.

Day 4

Namche Bazaar: acclimatization

As trekking to higher altitudes needs acclimatization to get used to the thinner air, Namche is an ideal place to spend a day for acclimatization. And for acclimatization, we will walk up to Khumjung village through Everest view hotel in Syangboche and to the airstrip After breakfast, one and a half hours of steep walking to Syanboche, Everest View Hotel.
From Everest View Hotel, we can have a perfect view of Mt. Everest (8,848m), Ama Dablam (6,814m), Thamserku (6,618m), and more mountains. And have a coffee or tea in the Everest Hotel. You can also visit trek upward to the Syanboche airstrip. Syanboche airstrip is the world’s highest airport at an altitude of 3,780m/12,401ft. Then you follow the trail descending to the Khumjung village.

Khumjung village is the village of Sherpas, the world-renowned climbers. Here, you can visit Khumjung Hillary School and Khumjung Gompa. After exploring Khumjung valley hike back to Namche Bazaar. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.

Day 5

Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft)

From Namche, we start our trek with the ridge trail and walk through the yak pasture land until Kyangjuma. The trail from here descends to the Dudh Koshi river. Then the trail ascends through the pine forest trees after crossing the long suspension bridge. Following the trail offers excellent panoramas of Thamserku, Kangtega, and Kusum Kanguru.
We trek through an alpine meadow filled with pine & rhododendron bushes to Tengboche. Tengboche is famous for being one of the oldest Monasteries. It is the most important Buddhist monastery in the Everest region. You will have time so, visit around and to the monastery. Overnight stay at Tengboche.

Day 6

Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300ft)

Our trek to Dingboche starts with descending through the rhododendron forest to the Imja Khola. With the tremendous views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam, the reach to Debuche and cross the Imja River takes us to Pangboche The upper Pangboche trail rewards us with a more pristine view of the Himalayas and Pangboche Monastery.
They climb up and pass through the forest. Crossing a wooden bridge to the barren and stony landscape we reach Dingboche. Dingboche is a picturesque village surrounded by farms with a stone barricade. Overnight stay at Dingboche.

Day 7

Dingboche to Lobuche (4940 m/16,207 ft): 7km, 5-6 hours

After breakfast in Dingboche, we start our trek. The trail climbs above the village with a panoramic view of the Khumbu Mountains including Mt. Makalu to Dughla at the end of the terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier.
Then we come across stone memorials of mountaineers and trekkers who have perished in these mountains, at the top of Dughla Pass. And a steep climb takes us to Lobuche, where you have a spectacular view of Mt. Tawache and Mt. Nuptse.There is a small hill located nearby, which offers wonderful views of Khumbu Glacier. Tomorrow we are heading toward the main destination of our EBC trek. Overnight stay at Lobuche.

Day 8

Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5,170 m/16,961ft), visit Everest Base Camp (5,364 m/17,594ft)

We will wake up early in the morning and head toward EBC. Walk along the Khumbu Glacier, following the rocky moraine path with the view of icy glacial pond and icebergs down below of Khumbu glacier. A short downhill walk after the last rocky moraine knoll brings us to Gorakshep. Gorakshep is the last settlement before Everest Base Camp. On reaching Gorakshep we will have lunch and hike up to Everest Base Camp.

From Gorakshep, we walk along a steep trail filled with loose rocks and gravel following the Khumbu glacier. On the way you have a huge slab laying scatter. Then you can see the Everest Base Camp, at the foot of Mount Everest right before the Khumbu Icefall. Finally, you have successfully reached the Base Camp of Everest.

You will have an unforgettable view of Mt. Khumbutse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Changtse and the Ice Fall from the base camp. After spending some time at Everest Base Camp and gazing out some of the tallest mountains on earth we hike back to Gorakshep. At base camp, we can’t see Everest so we will have to Kalapa Patthar for close up view of Everest. Overnight stay at Gorakshep.

Day 9

Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar, back to Gorak Shep, fly to Kathmandu by Helicopter: 3 km, 3-4 hours’ trek

Today we will have an early morning hike toward Kala Patthar. It lies towards the west. Kala Patthar is one of the highest and most popular viewpoints in the Everest Region.
Early morning hiking increases the chance of clearly seeing Mt. Everest On reaching Kala Patthar, we can see the sun turning into an orange globe and firing up the icy summits of Pumori, Nuptse, Changtse, and Mt. Everest before finally setting below the mountains. Furthermore, we get to see 360-degree views of some of the highest peaks in the world.

That precious view of the tallest peaks in the world will remain forever with you. After enjoying the amazing views of snow-loaded giants over your head, we will hike back to Gorakshep. From Gorakshep, we fly back to Kathmandu by helicopter.

This ride enables you to enjoy the panoramic aerial Himalayan views. Likewise, you will be flying back admiring nature’s beauty and with the splendid aerial view of the Khumbu region.

Flying to Kathmandu by Helicopter will be a new experience for the trekker. After landing at Kathmandu airport we will transfer you to your Hotel. You can enjoy your day only by strolling around or only relaxing at the hotel. In the evening you will have a cultural dinner with the members of Bold Himalaya. Overnight at Kathmandu Hotel.

Day 10

Final departure or Join Next Program

Today is the departing day. A representative from Bold Himalayas drops you at the airport 3 hours before your departing time. You can join us for another thrilling adventure or trip with Bold Himalaya. We can right away arrange your awesome trip

Inclusions

What’s Covered in Your Adventure

Includes
  • 4* Accommodation in Kathmandu with twin sharing breakfast basis
  • Charter Helicopter Flight back to Lukla from Gorakshep
  • Best Luxurious Accommodation during the trekking route
  • Best Luxurious Accommodation during the trekking route
  • Full Board Meals ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Including Tea and Coffee
  • Pasang Lhamu Ruler Municipality and Sagarmatha National Permits
  • All airport pick-up and departure and all ground transport related to the trip
  • First-aid medicine items
  • Necessary guide & porters (2 guests = 1 porter with max 20kg weight )including all their (Food Accommodation, Salary, and Insurance)
  • Our government tax & official expenses
  • Sleeping Bag, Down Jacket (If you Needed Return after Trekking)
  • Duffle Bag, T-shirt, and Trip certificate
  • One cultural show and dinner program in Kathmandu
  • Our service charge and government taxes

Good to Know

Your Journey, Step by Step

Why Choose Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return?

Unmatched Combination of Trek and Helicopter Tour

The Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return offers an unparalleled blend of trekking and aerial sightseeing. This unique package allows you to experience the grandeur of the Himalayas up close while enjoying a luxurious helicopter ride back, giving you the best of both worlds.

Breathtaking Aerial Views

The helicopter ride provides a bird’s eye view of glaciers, lakes, waterfalls, and majestic mountains. The stunning aerial perspective of the Himalayas is an experience that few other treks can offer.

Close Encounter with the Himalayas

This trek is one of the best ways to experience the massive Himalayas up close. The route takes you through diverse landscapes, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty and scale of the region.

Luxury and Adventure Combined

For those looking to add a touch of luxury to their adventure, the Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return is the perfect choice. The combination of a scenic trek and a luxurious helicopter ride ensures a memorable and comfortable journey.

Highlights of Everest Helicopter Trek Packages

Cinematic Views and Scenic Trails

Everest Helicopter Trek Packages offer breathtaking cinematic views. Experience the classic Everest Base Camp Trek in style with a helicopter return, traversing the traditional trails and treating yourself to a scenic and luxurious flight back down the mountain.

Ideal for Time-Bound Travelers

Traditional trekking routes can take 11 to 14 days to complete. The helicopter return option is perfect for time-bound travelers, reducing the trek duration significantly while still providing an unforgettable adventure.

Comprehensive Packages with Proper Acclimatization

The packages cover all necessary facilities, including acclimatization, ensuring a safe and enjoyable trek. They save you time and energy, allowing you to focus on the experience rather than the logistics.

Everest Base Camp Heli Trek Route

Standard Trekking Path with a Unique Return

The trek begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, followed by trekking through rivers, jungles, farming fields, and villages. Key stops include Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorak Shep. After reaching Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, you’ll take a helicopter ride back to Lukla or Kathmandu, ending the trek.

Best Time for Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return

Spring and Autumn: The Ideal Seasons

Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November) are the best times for this trek. These seasons offer calm weather, mild temperatures, and clear skies, ensuring excellent visibility and comfortable trekking conditions.

Food and Accommodation During EBC Heli Trek

Variety of Food Options

The trekking route is lined with tea houses offering a range of food items, from traditional delicacies to common international dishes. Breakfast options include bread, jam, eggs, and paratha. Lunch and dinner menus feature Fried rice, Chowmein, Fried (Gurung) or Dried (Chapati) Chapati Bread, soup noodles, and the local Thali(plater) Set.

Comfortable Accommodations

Accommodations are basic but comfortable, typically twin-sharing rooms with basic amenities. Some lodges offer attached bathrooms, while others have shared facilities.

Cost of Private EBC Heli Tour

Variable Pricing Based on Group Size and Services

The cost of the Everest Base Camp Heli Tour varies depending on the package, group size and services you choose. Here are the details:

Standard Packages

  • Price Range: $1,900 to $ 2700 per person
  • Includes: Basic accommodations and services

Luxury Packages

  • Price Range: $4,500 to $6,500 per person
  • Includes: 5-star services in Kathmandu, premium accommodations, and additional amenities

Helicopter Capacity

  • Passengers: Up to 4 people at one time
  • Maximum Weight Limit: 450 kg at high altitudes
Classic EBC Trek vs. Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return

Speed and Convenience vs. Traditional Experience

The traditional Everest Base Camp Trek takes about 14 to 16 days, making it unsuitable for those with limited time. The helicopter return option is faster and more convenient but more expensive. It’s ideal for those who want to experience the base camp without the extended trekking time.

Everest Base Camp Without Trekking

Helicopter Tours for Non-Trekkers

Adventure lovers can now see Mount Everest without trekking. One-day helicopter tours or multi-day luxury lodge stays offer an alternative way to experience the base camp.

Final Words

Exciting and Comfortable Package

Our Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return package provides an exciting and comfortable way to experience the Himalayas. We offer the best helicopter tours and treks at reasonable prices.

Travel Time by Helicopter

  • Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp: Around 3 hours.
  • Lukla to Kathmandu: Approximately 45 minutes, depending on weather conditions.

Helicopter Safety and Features

  • Safety: High safety standards with skilled pilots.
  • Stay Duration at EBC: Typically 10-20 minutes, with some companies offering longer stays.
  • Best Season: April-May and late September-October.
  • Oxygen Cylinders: Available if needed.

Best Place for Helicopter Return

  • Gorak Shep to Kathmandu: The ideal location for helicopter return after the trek.
Useful Tips for a Successful and Memorable Everest Heli Trek
  • Ascend slowly and sleep lower.
  • Stay hydrated and warm.
  • Bring a filtered water bottle and solar power bank.
  • Visit old monasteries in Pangboche and Thyangboche.
  • Follow guide rules and regulations.
  • Trek to Nagarsang Peak and Everest View Hotel.
Everest Base Camp Trek for Beginners

Preparation and Fitness

Any physically fit and mentally prepared person can do the Everest Base Camp Trek. Daily exercises such as running, swimming, yoga, and cycling can help improve your fitness and oxygen consumption, making the trek more manageable.

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  • Invoice #156
  • Created 15/11/2024
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  • Tour Name Everest Basecamp Trek
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  • Departure Date 12 Nov. 2024
  • Duration 4 Days
  • Adult 2
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  • Invoice #156
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