Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return
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Day 01: Kathmandu/Manthali to Lukla Scenic Flight and short trek to Phakding
We have our breakfast early morning and heading Kathmandu domestic airport to take a flight for Lukla. After reaching in Lukla we have to trek at least (4hrs) to Phakding (2652m) where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation in full board basis and overnight stay in phakding.
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Day 02: Phakding to Namche Bazaar Trek.
After having breakfast at the teahouse/lodge your trek begins from Phakding towards Namche Bazaar (3440m) which takes about 5-6 hrs through a major trading hub Khumbu village where you can get teahouse or lodge accommodation.
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Day 03: Rest day for acclimatization Namche Bazaar
Today after having your breakfast, you may hike to famous Everest View Hotel (3800m) at least (3hrs) to catch a amazing Mt. Everest and moving back to Namche, visit Hilary and Sherpa museum. You get teahouse or lodge accommodation and overnight stay at Namche.
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Day 04: Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche Trek
After having breakfast, you have to trek about 5-6 hrs from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3850m), after reach the Tyangboche, we visit various Buddhist Monastry where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation and overnight stay at the lodge.
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Day 05: Tyangboche to Dingboche Trek
After having breakfast, we start to trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4350m) which takes at least 4-5 hours, after reach the location catch glimpses of Lhotse and Ama Dablam where you get teahouse or lodge accommodation and overnight stay at the lodge.
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Day 06: Dingboche Acclimatization
Today in Dingboche, it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, including Island Peak and Ama Dablam. You can take short walks or hikes around the village to enjoy the scenery and get accustomed to the altitude. Back to the lodge and overnight stay at the lodge.
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Day 07: Dingboche to Lobuche Trek
After having breakfast, we have to trek Dingboche to Lobuche (5018m), on the way lunch, which takes at least 4-5 hours. Reach to Lobuche and get teahouse or lodge accomodation and overnight stay at the lodge.
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Day 08: Lobuche to Everest Base Camp and Back to Gorakshep
After having breakfast, today’s trek is begun from Lobuche, Lunch at Gorakshep, Check-in to the teahouse or lodge and trek upto Everest Base Camp (5200m) and moving back to Gorakshep logde and overnight stay at lodge.
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Day 09: Hike to Kala Patthar, explore Kala Patthar and flight back to Lukla by heli and back to Kathmandu by Flight
In early morning, you are go for exploring one of the most spectacular views of the Everest region. From the summit, you can enjoy a 360-degree panorama of towering Himalayan Peaks, including the Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse etc from kala patthar and after having breakfast you will return back to Lukla by Helicopter, Afterwards, you will take a flight to get back to Kathmandu.
What's included
- All ground transport in a private vehicle including airport transfers
- Four nights’ accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
- Full day Kathmandu city tours with private transportation
- Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
- Best available twin sharing lodge for accommodation during the trek.
- One highly experienced, helpful and friendly english speaking guide, his food, accommodation, salary and equipment.
- Round trip flight Manthali – Lukla / Lukla – Manthali including departure taxes
- Trekking map and trip achievement certificate
- First aid medical kit
- Sagarmatha National Park Permit fee
- TIMS Fee- Trekkers' Information Management System (Please bring 2 passport size photos for permit)
- Government taxes & office service charge
What's not included
- Entrance Fees for sightseeing places
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Personal Travel insurance
- International airfare
- Nepal entry visa. You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu.
- Soft drinks including water
- Snacks and other personal expenses
- Personal trekking equipment
- Wi-Fi internet and phone call unless its free.
- Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers.
- Rescue and medical treatments if necessary
Everest Base Camp is situated in the Khumbu region of Nepal. It is one of the Famous and Popular treks in the world, and the best iconic and challenging mountains to climb and attracting many mountaineers from around the globe. Everest Base Camp Trek provides as the starting point for mountaineers attempting to Summit Mount Everest. This trek gives an awe-inspiring and extensive mountaineering experience. The Everest region is predominantly inhabited by the sherpa community and known for their hospitality.
Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter return starts with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a small mountain airstrip from kathmandu. Then after reach to Lukla, trekkers begin their journey on foot, slowly follow a trail that passing through various sherpa villages, suspension bridges, high elevation landscapes, and stubborn forest. On the way to EBC we go through Sagarmatha National Park where is the most diverse flora and fauna of the mountain region along with National Flower of Nepal (Rhododendron) and higher altitude the vulnerable and rare red pandas can be seen. The route follows Dudh Koshi River Valley, ascending gradually towards Namche Bazaar which is at 3440m, a bustling town and a major trading hub in the Khumbu region.
As trekkers continue their ascent, they going to pass through the picturesque villages like Tengboche, Dingboche, and Lobuche. Among other, you will get better chance to explore Buddhism with peaceful and beautiful natural atmosphere. The trail offers breathtaking views of towering Himalayan peaks, including Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, turquoise lakes, glaciers and many other Himalayan peaks. Similarly, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek also mesmerizing and amazing views of Annapurna, Machapuchhre, Dhaulagiri and Other peaks, where both (EBC and ABC) treks have world’s highest and most stunning mountains. The beauty of the landscape is often described as a wonderful and awesome scenery. Throughout the trek, you have chance to visit monastery, encounter yaks, explore the rich sherpa culture and learn about their unique village life. A short hike to the Kalapatthar also provides a beautiful panoramic view of Mt. Everest. When you finally, reach Everest base camp, situated at an altitude of approximately (5364m), trekkers get to see the Khumbu ice fall and a challenging section for climbers attempting to Summit Mount Everest, which is the highest peak in the world. It is worth Observing that reaching the actual Summit Mount Everest demands specialized mountaineering skills and equipment, which is a part of challenge and the base camp supports as the starting point for such Venture. Although Everest itself is not visible from the base camp, and the experience of standing at the world’s highest peak is truly awesome and awe-inspiring.
The EBC Trek is physically demanding and contains risks affiliated with high altitude. Proper preparation, training and a rest accommodation are necessary for a safe and a joyful experience. In other hand, it is not only a physical journey but also a way to experience a cultural lifestyle, giving an opportunity to attract yourself in the unique rich Sherpa Culture and encounter about the magnificent view of the world’s highest peak.
Highlights:
- Wonderful scenery of Mahalangur Himal sub-Range
- Explore rich Sherpa Culture
- Going pass through Sagarmatha National Park
- Visit Namche Bazaar
- Famous Everest View Hotel
- Experience the grandeur of the world’s highest peak
