Everest Base Camp Heli Trek

Today is the first day of your incredible 8-day Everest Base Camp Heli Trek excursion in Nepal. After you land at Tribhuvan Airport, we will have already booked your 3-star accommodation in Thamel, Kathmandu. If you want to stay in a more luxurious style of accommodation, you should pre-inform us so that we can book for you at an additional cost. Our representatives will already be at the airport to greet you kindly. They will be at the terminal with a signboard displaying our organization’s name, so you can find us right away. They will assist you with all of the processes and luggage at the airport. They will then be escorted to the 3-star hotel on Kathmandu’s lively Thamel. You can check-in and the hotel staff will assist you in bringing your luggage to your room. You can take a shower or rest in the motel. Then, walk the streets of Thamel, stopping at cafes, restaurants, and bars. If you arrive in Nepal in the morning, you can explore some of Kathmandu’s UNESCO-listed heritage monuments. Before heading for the Khumbu region tomorrow, we will hold a briefing session at our office on the Short Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Flight experience. You should also bring your necessary documents, such as passport photographs and a copy of your trip insurance, for the permits. Max. Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft. Kathmandu Meal: Dinner Accommodation: Hotel

On the second day of the Everest Base Camp Heli Trek 8-day itinerary, we are taking an early flight to Lukla from the Kathmandu airstrip to avoid weather problems. You should be ready before we pick you up at our hotel. Then, we will drive to the airport, 20 to 25 minutes from your hotel. If you embark on this journey during peak season, there will be very high air traffic. So, we will need to drive towards Ramechhap, which is 5 to 6 hours away from Kathmandu. Then, we will catch a flight from Manthali Airport to Lukla town. You can also skip this long drive to Manthali by booking a helicopter to Lukla with extra money. You will get the perfect glimpse of the mountains during your flight, as the weather is usually clear in the morning. After landing in Lukla, we will gather in one place and meet the rest of the team for the EBC Heli Trek 8-day adventurous journey. Then, we will begin our trek walking along the Dudh Koshi River Valley. We will hike past mani stones, chortens, colorful prayer flags, etc., crossing through the metal hanging bridges on the way to Phakding Village. We will eventually reach this village after about three to four hours of walking. We will settle here at a twin-sharing guest house for an overnight stay. Activity: 3-4 Hrs Trek Max. Altitude: 2,610m/8,563ft. Namche Bazaar Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge

Today, we’ll trek up to Namche Bazaar, the bustling mountain town in the Everest region, which is 3440 meters above sea level. Following an enjoyable breakfast, we will head out of Phakding Village and follow the rivers along the swift-moving Dudh Koshi Khola. Then, we will pass through Tok Tok Village and soak in the beautiful scenery of the waterfall at Benkar on the way to Namche Bazaar. We will cross the bridge and commence hiking uphill toward the village of Chhamuwa, which is known for its pastureland. You will have mountain vistas as a backdrop while trekking on this Everest Base Camp Heli Trek adventure. Afterward, we will walk toward Monjo, where we will enter Sagarmatha National Park. We will traverse the park and then descend into a lush jungle. We will again cross a suspension bridge to reach Jorsale. We will ascend a steep trail leading us to the pine jungles. From Jorsale, we will cross multiple 2-hanging bridges to head to Namche. Upon trekking 5 to 6 hours from Phakding Village, we will finally reach the Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Mount Everest. In this village, we will be surrounded by gigantic villages that feel unreal. Tonight, we will stay the night in a mountain guesthouse, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere on this 8-day Everest Base Camp Heli Trek adventure itinerary trip. Activity: 5-6 Hrs Trek Max. Altitude: 3,440m/11,286ft. Phakding Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge

We will spend one more day resting or acclimatizing in Namche Bazaar. This day will help your body adapt to the higher elevation as you head towards the higher altitudes of the Everest region. It will also help you adjust your body while trekking and in a helicopter when flying over the Everest Base Camp. The main highlight of the fourth day of this Everest Base Camp Heli Trek 8-day adventure will be the Everest View Hotel. After having a hearty breakfast in the guesthouse of Namche, where we spent last night, we will visit here as part of the acclimatization day. We will stroll through Syangboche Airstrip to reach the Everest View Hotel. At this luxury hotel, we will order a cup of tea or coffee and take sips, soaking in the spine-tingling vistas of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, and other stunning surrounding peaks. From this hotel, you might also see the Tengboche Monastery in Tengboche Village. Thereafter, we will hit our trails, walking downhill through verdant jungles of juniper, pine, and others on the way to Khumjung Village, a beautiful Sherpa hamlet below the Khumbila Peak at 5761 meters. After reaching here, we will explore Khumjung Monastery, where you can see the big Yeti scalp, which is 300 years old. Then, we will head back to Namche Bazaar to stay the night. If it is coincidentally Saturday and we are in Namche Bazaar, you can witness the historic barter system in the Saturday markets. If you have extra time on this EBC Heli Trek for 8 days excursion, you can explore more areas in Namche Bazaar. Activity: 4-5 Hrs Trek Max. Altitude: 3,880m/12,730ft. Hotel Everest View Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge

Before taking a thrilling helicopter ride over the Everest Base Camp, we will head towards another Sherpa village in the Everest region, Thame. We will resume our trekking journey on the fifth day of the Short Everest Base Camp Trek with helicopter flight after eating a delicious first meal of the day. After exploring Thame Village, we will return to Namche Bazaar. We will gradually ascend from Namche Bazaar, passing through pine and rhododendron woods. Along the way, we cross small rivers via suspension bridges. Then, after a few hours of hiking, the trail divides toward Thame Village. On the way, you will be showered with spectacular views of the surrounding snow-clad Himalayas, adding unforgettable memories to your day. This village is particularly famous for being the childhood home of Tenzing Norgay Sherpa, one of the 1st climbers to conquer the summit of Mt. Everest. You can see many traditional stone homes and prayer flags dancing in the mountain breeze. Standing in this tranquil village atmosphere, your mind will be at peace. You will experience an authentic glimpse of mountain local life. Then, we will return to Namche, walking for 6 to 7 hours on a round trip on this 8-day Everest Base Camp Heli Trek adventure. Activity: 6-7 Hrs Trek Max. Altitude: 3,610m/11,844ft. Namche Bazaar Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge

On this sixth day of the 8-day Everest Base Camp Heli Trek adventure, your day will be simultaneously exciting and memorable, which will be the primary highlight of this journey. You will finally ride in a helicopter and fly over the Everest region. But before that, we will finish eating mouth-devouring breakfast in the guesthouse. Next, we will proceed to the Namche Bazaar helipad to board the helicopter. As soon as you take a seat in the helicopter, you will experience a surge of excitement and goosebumps. You will sit on a standard chopper, sharing with other travelers, drastically minimizing your flight cost. The chopper will fly over the Everest Base Camp, sitting at 5264 meters above sea level. You see several mountaineers preparing for the climb to Mount Everest. Similarly, it will take you over the Khumbu Glacier, Kala Patthar, and the surrounding gigantic peaks, flying for 30 to 45 minutes. You will witness a snow-capped summit glistening in the sunlight, revealing its majestic profile, and making you feel like you are in a living, breathing masterpiece of nature. The helicopter will fly without landing at Everest Base Camp and land at Lukla. We will stay the night here in Lukla before returning to Kathmandu on this EBC Heli Trek for 8 days adventure. Activity: 30-45 Mins Flight Max. Altitude: 5,364m/17,598ft. Pheriche Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Lodge

On day 7 of this Everest Base Camp Heli Trek 8-day itinerary, we will wake early to get on the morning flight to Kathmandu City. We will be ready and finish our breakfast before going to the Tenzing Hillary Airstrip in Lukla. If you visit during peak season, there may not be a direct flight to Kathmandu. You might have to take a flight from Lukla to Manthali Airport, which is about 30 to 45 minutes away. After that, you need to go by road to Kathmandu, which takes from 5 to 6 hours depending on the traffic. Alternatively, you can book the helicopter flight itself, which will take you straight to Kathmandu, along with an extra charge that comes as an added option in the Everest Base Camp Heli Trek package. After reaching Kathmandu City, we will transfer you to your hotel, where you can rest after multiple days of journeying in the Khumbu region of Nepal. If you don’t want to waste any time, go along Thamel Street to buy souvenirs or explore local tourist attractions. At night, you may take advantage of Thamel’s vibrant nightlife. Activity: 35 Min Flight Max. Altitude: 1,324m/4,344ft. Kathmandu Meal: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Hotel

All good things must come to an end, and so does your 8-day Everest Base Camp Heli Trek adventure. If you haven’t packed your luggage yet, we suggest you do so early in the morning. You should also be ready for your pick up after having a delicious breakfast in the 3-star hotel. We will escort you back to the airport and help you with the departure process to your home country. We wish you safe travels and expect to see you in Nepal soon for your next thrilling adventure. Max. Altitude: 1,324m/4,344ft. Kathmandu Meal: Breakfast