Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return
Everest Region
Trip Highlights:
- Trek to the legendary Everest Base Camp (5,360 m) and experience the Khumbu Glacier and Icefall.
- Helicopter return from Gorak Shep to Lukla, offering breathtaking aerial views of Everest and surrounding peaks.
- Explore iconic Sherpa villages: Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Khumjung, and immerse in local culture and Buddhism.
- Panoramic mountain views including Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kangtega, and Taboche.
- Optional side trips to Kalapathar (5,555 m), Chhukung, Island Peak, and Nagarkhang Peak (5,615 m) for extra adventure
Trip Facts:
| Price | : | 1939 USD Per person |
| Holiday Preference | : | Private Tours |
| Group Size | : | 2- 6 Pax |
| Duration | : | 9 Days |
| Trip Mode | : | Lodge/Teahouse |
| Level | : | Moderate to Challenging |
| Max Altitude | : | 5564m/18254ft. |
| Best Season | : | Spring (Mar–May) & Autumn (Sep–Nov) |
| Start|End | : | Kathmandu/Kathmandu |
Outline Itinerary:
- Day 1: Fly Kathmandu to Lukla (2,850 m), Trek to Phakding (2,610 m) | 35mnites flight + 4 hours trek
- Day 2: Trek Phakding (2610m) to Namche (3440 m) | 6 hours.
- Day 3: Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar – Visit Khumjung Village & Everest View Hotel (3,880 m)
- Day 4: Trek Namche (3440m) to Tengboche (3,867 m) | 5-6 hours.
- Day 5: Trek Tangboche (3860m) to Dingboche (4,410 m) | 5-6 hours.
- Day 6: Trek Dingboche (4410m) to Lubuche (4,910 m) |5-6 hours
- Day 7: Trek Lubuche (4910m) to Gorakshep (5,140 m) & Everest Base Camp (5,360 m)
- Day 8: Early monring hike up to Kalapathar (5,550 m) & Helicopter Return to Lukla (2850m) | 3 hours
- Day 9: Fly from Lukla (2850m) to Kathmandu (1350m) | 35minutes
What's include?
- Accommodation: Twin sharing Room - 9 nights at clean and cozy Lodge/Teahouse Room during trek (Kathamndu Hotel is available on request)
- Transportation: Two way domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla & Fly back from Goraksehp to Lukla by helicopter – available on group sharing or private basis, depending on your preference and deal.
- Meals: Full board basis (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with tea/coffee/seasonal juice) during trek.
- Support Crew: Experience licensed trek guide and 1 porter for 2 clients including his/her allowances & insurance.
- Permits: All required permits for trek (Sagarmatha National Park & Khumbu Rural Municipality entry fee ).
- Complimentary Gear: Duffel bag, sleeping bag & trekking poles (return after trek)
- Additional Services: Airport/hotel transfers by private vehicle, First-Aid & essential kit, emergency rescue arrangements and All taxes & service charges
What's exclude?
- Personal expenses: Snacks, drinks, laundry, and other personal items.
- Hotel in Kathmandu
- Personal trekking gear & clothing: All necessary gear, clothing, and hygiene items.
- Travel insurance: Must cover high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation.
- Nepal Entry Visa (Visa can be acquired easily after your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu with a fee of USD 50 for 30 days visa and USD 125 for 90 days visa).
- Optional/add-on services: Extra assistant guide, personal porter, horse rental, or additional porters.
- Emergency and unforeseen costs: Helicopter evacuation, additional expenses caused by strikes, weather, natural disasters, or itinerary changes.
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