Everest Base Camp Trekking cum Helicopter Tour
Duration : 13 Days | Travel style : Short and Easy Tours , Active Adventures , Luxury Tours , Nepal Private Tours
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Starting Price
More Pax, more discount
| Group Size | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 | US$ 2600 |
| 2-3 | US$ 2000 |
| 4-6 | US$ 1900 |
| 7++ | US$ 1800 |
Trip Highlights
Country
Nepal
Duration
13 Days
Max. Altitude
18,192 Fit. / 5,545 M.
Accommodation
Hotel and Lodge
Fitness Level
Moderate
Best Seasons
Mar to May - Sep to Dec
Group Size
1- 15 People
Transportation
Flight / Private Vehicle
“This distinct Everest Base Camp Trekking cum Helicopter Tour package constitutes a fabulous journey to Everest region through the popular Everest trail as well as the helicopter tour. Within a limited period of time experience a wide range of adventure amidst the majestic mountain range and traditional Himalayan Sherpa culture.”
The trail to Everest base camp is well known for the marvelous views of highest mountains, lush forest, tapering ridges, giant glaciers and many more.
Our special package to EBC offers two distinct experiences from the single journey. From the land you will be drenched with the awe-inspiring view of highest mountains including Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Cho Yu (8201m), Nuptse (7855m) and many other snow capped peaks touching the horizon, and from the sky you will enjoy the bird’s eye view of the same mountain ranges, turquoise lakes, massive glaciers and every other aspects of Khumbu region.
The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour starts from Kathmandu from where the flight takes you to Lukla. From Lukla following the popular Everest trail via Namche-Tengboche. Apart from its scenic features the trail exhibits the lives of Sherpa community with their traditional attire, foods and culture. In addition, walking through artistic Buddhist monasteries and museums, suspension bridges enrolled in prayer flags, we reach the Everest Base Camp nestled in the giant Khumbu glacier. The return to Lukla from Everest Base Camp is made via Helicopter, which provides a wide range view of almost every jewel of Everest region.
Join us for a well designed and hassle free tour with a highly experienced team.
Itinerary
You can always customize this itinerary as per your preference.
1
Day
Arrive at Kathmandu.
You will be welcomed by our staff and transferred to your hotel. Small meeting about the trip in the evening.
Accommodation: Hotel on BB | Transportation: Private Vehicle
2
Day
Trek preparation & Kathmandu valley sightseeing.
After your breakfast you will be introduced to the trekking guides and helpers. And the Kathmandu sightseeing beings with visit to various UNESCO enlisted cultural Heritage sites including medieval Palaces in Kathmandu-Bhaktapur-Lalitpur Durbar squares. Other sites are Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath and Swayambhunath Stupa.In the evenining you will walk along the Thamel streets which is a good place to buy trekking equipment.
Accommodation: Hotel on BB | Transportation: Private Vehicle
3
Day
Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2652m). 3/4 hrs walking.
Early morning transfer to airport for Lukla flight. The flight into Lukla is a lifetime experience in itself. The airfield is at high elevation and the runway is mere 60 meter long! Trek to Phakding walking along green landscapes & view of Kusum Kangraru.
Accommodation: Guesthouse on BLD | Transportation: Flight / Private Vehicle
4
Day
Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m), 5/6 hrs walk.
We follow the Dudh Kosi, ascending through Himalayan pine and Doedar cedar forests, to the celebrated village of Namche Bazaar. The village of Namche is a historic trading post where Nepalese and Tibetan traders exchange salt, dried meat and textiles. Besides being a superb place to shop for traditional crafts, Namche remains the central trading post in the Khumbu, attracting Himalayan and lowland merchants. You will spend two days in Namche for acclimatization, visit local markets and spend time with your team. On the hike we capture our first glimpses of Everest and neighboring peaks.
Accommodation: Guesthouse on BLD
5
Day
Acclimatization Day in Namche.
This day is reserved for acclimatization and a very slow ascend into the thin air. After breakfast you will start to ascend towards Khumjung. The trail ascends above Namche Bazar and passes through Syangboche (3720m) – this is where the local airport is located. From a hill top above the airport, you will get your first view of Tangboche Peak (6367m), Lhotse Peak (8414m) and Ama Dablam (6856m). On arrival at Khumjung (3780m), you could visit the Hillary School before stopping for lunch at one of the tea houses - the walk takes about 3 hours. After lunch you will continue ascending the foot path to Khunde (3840m), here you could visit the local hospital before the 2 hour ascend back to Namche Bazar. This day is physically demanding at times and you should be prepared as the weather is very unpredictable. Namche Bazaar is known as the gateway of the Everest Region, visit the local museum where you can see the traditional custom of the Sherpa peoples. You will spend a second night in Namche.
Accommodation: Guesthouse on BLD
6
Day
Trek to Tengboche (3860m), 5/6 hrs walk.
The flat and easy trail leads towards the view of Mt. Everest, then descends deep into the Dudh Kosi Valley at Pungki Thanka; from here it ascends the right flank of the Dudh Kosi valley to Tengboche Monastery (3860m). It is the spiritual center of the Khumbu; the climb is long, but more than adequately compensated by views of Mt. Amadablam and on a clear day, views of Mt. Everest and its surrounding peaks.
Accommodation: Guesthouse on BLD
7
Day
Trek to Dingboche (4410m) 4/5 hrs walk.
Descend through a beautiful forest then cross the Imja Khola and trek through the village of Pangboche (3900m); This day is probably the most interesting trekking day because you will not lose altitude like on other days and you will enjoy views of Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Lhotse & other peaks; the route continues through pastures to Dingboche, known as the 'summer valley'.
Accommodation: Guesthouse on BLD
8
Day
Second acclimatization day.
This would be your second acclimatization day that requires about 6 hours of trekking to an altitude of 5100m. After breakfast you ascend Nagerjun (5100m), a hill located on the flanks of the Chhukung valley directly above Dingboche. The main aim is to climb high and sleep low. The foot path becomes steep at times, resulting in a physically challenging day – ascending the hill could take up to 5 hours at altitude. From this altitude there are good views of Lobuche East (6119m), Lobuche West (6145m), Taboche Peak (6367m), Thamserku (6608m), Kangtega (6685m) and Ama Dablam (6856m). On a clear day you could even see Makalu, the world’s fifth highest mountain, including great views of the Pheriche Valley. After a short rest, you start to descend back to Dingboche – the walk at altitude takes about 2 hours. After lunch you should take a well-deserved rest, afternoon temperatures could drop rapidly as the sun sets over the mountain tops. You will spend a second night in Dingboche.
Accommodation: Guesthouse on BLD
9
Day
Trek to Lobuche (4910m), 5/6 hrs walk.
Trek along a broad valley floor to Dughla, passing the Trekkers Aid Post at Pheriche (4240 m), staffed by western volunteer doctors and supported by the Himalayan Rescue Association which offers treatment and consultation to trekkers. We continue up the valley, gaining altitude. Come out of the valley to descend to the yak pastures of Lobuche (4910m).
Accommodation: Guesthouse on BLD
10
Day
Trek to Everest Base Camp (5160m), then return to Gorakshep, 5/6 hrs walk.
After a short climb through meadows, look down on the Khumbu Glacier. Straight ahead is Kalapattar - the best vantage point to view the entire south face of Mt. Everest and the surrounding peaks. After couple of hours we will reach Gorakshep, and continue our journey to Everest Base camp. There is not much elevation gain, but there are a lot of ups and downs and, combined with altitude, this can be a tiring portion- but the journey is worth it. After approximately 3 hrs of hiking you will arrive at Base Camp and enjoy views of the Khumbu Glacier and icefall, where Everest expeditions begin.
Accommodation: Guesthouse on BLD
11
Day
Hiking to Kalapattar (5545m) and return to Gorakshep, 3/4 hrs walk. And fly to Lukla by Helicopter.
The day starts with a hike up to Kalapattar (5545m), the best viewpoint to witness Mt. Everest and the spectacular Himalayan range. Then trek back to Gorekshep for hot breakfast. From there you will take a helicopter flight to reach directly to Lukla. This is the opportunity to view various jewels of Everest region from a bird’s eye view. Explore each and every mountains, glaciers and Lakes and the memorable trail you have just walked through, all from the blue sky. The night is spent at Lukla.
Accommodation: Guesthouse on BLD | Fly Back: Helicopter
12
Day
Fly back to Kathmandu (1337m).
30-minutes amazing scenic fly back to Kathmandu.
Accommodation: Hotel on BB | Transportation: Flight / Private Vehicle
13
Day
Final departure to your onward destination.
Cost Details
"So What you are paying For?"
We would like to explain to you. We are a local company providing world-wide travelers with internationally qualified services. We provide you with the lowest cost possible for fully inclusive trips that have no hidden fees. We guarantee your safety, satisfaction, and long-lasting memories of your experience.
Cost Include
- All necessary domestic & international airport transport as per the itinerary.
- 3 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing basis on BB plan.
- Full day Kathmandu sightseeing with a Professional English speaking tour guide.
- Flight fare from Kathmandu – Lukla- Kathmandu. (Only 15 KG luggage per person is allowed).
- Gorakshep to Lukla Helicopter Charter fee.
- Full board tea house trekking cost with breakfast, lunch, dinner and a cup of tea or coffee with meal.
- Available standard lodges, guesthouses accommodation during the trek (Twin sharing).
- One professional English speaking trekking guide.
- Necessary assistance guide for entire trek.
- The required number of porters to carry the luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests).
- KTM-LUKLA-KTM flight cost for guides.
- Food, accommodation, salary, transportation, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff.
- Everest National park permit and trekker’s TIMS (Trekking Information management System) card fees.
- Good quality sleeping baggage during the trekking. (Refundable after finish trekking)
- First aid kit.
- Complementary farewell cultural Nepali dinner on last day of trip.
- All government taxes.
Cost Exclude
- International airfare, Nepal entry visa fees.
- Lunch, dinner and others expenses in Kathmandu.
- Beverages, alcoholic drinks, mineral water, boiled water during the trekking.
- Hot shower during the trekking.
- Temple and monasteries entry permits fees.
- Extra services than the itinerary.
- Travel insurance and any kind of emergency rescue.
- Helicopter charter fees in case of flight delay or postponed or cancellation due to bad weather.
- Others not mentioned in the above inclusive heading.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, Global Holidays Adventure representative will be there to greet you outside of Terminal Hall. He will be displaying Global Holidays Adventure name card with your name on it. After that you will be transferred to pre-chosen Hotel.
You can get the visa at Tribhuwan International Airport after landing, furthermore it will be easier if you fill up the visa form by online (http://online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/tourist-visa) before taking the flight to Nepal. Entry Visa fees- at present is $ 25 for 15 day, $ 40 for 30 days and $ 100 for three month visa on entry to Nepal.
You should bring following essential documents in the trip:
- Valid Passport: must be valid for up to 6 months.
- Travel insurance: you need to provide a copy of insurance paper to Global Holidays Adventure before you start the trek.
- Flight Tickets.
- Emergency contact numbers for T/C's bank, insurance, family contacts.
All types of Hotels from a budget to Luxurious including five star services are available in Kathmandu. Normally, Global Holidays Adventure offers three hotel services in our outline itinerary. We can also accommodate according to your choice.
The best season for this trek is October to mid-December and mid-February to mid-June. This trip is not preferred during the monsoon season from June to August except the treks to Himalayan rain shadow like Upper Mustang and Mt. Kailas.
In Kathmandu, you can allocate $ 10-15 for lunch and dinner. It all depends on your spending habits. $. 15- 20 a day will be enough to buy bottles of water, chocolate and few drinks.
In case of any casualties, travel insurance will be a boon to recover the incurred expenses. In case of helicopter rescue, the helicopter charge, which is little expensive, can also be recovered by your insurance. So it a good act to check you insurance validity and policy, whether it recovers the rescue charges or not.
Yes, there are many options and choices to extend your holidays before or after your main trip. You can visit our other touring trips to add to the main event. In general, following trips are suggested for your holiday extensions.
- Trisuli River Rafting, Paragliding, bungee and other adventures.
- Chitwan Jungle Safari Package.
- Volunteering in Schools and Villages
No vaccinations are compulsory in Himalaya but we do recommend you are covers for * Diphtheria & TB, *Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B * Malaria, * Typhoid, Polio and tetanus. We also recommend the following:
- A dental Checkup prior to Travelling.
- A blood group card in case of emergencies.
Required Equipments
Equipment items are individual interests & choices but the most important fact is that you should carry enough clothes to tackle the cold weather in the Himalayas. During the trek heavy items will be carried by our porters or yaks. And the personal belongings which you need for daily or frequent purposes like money, water bottle, rain gear, camera, sun-cream and toilet paper etc. are to be carried by yourself in the backpack. We will provide complimentary water proof duffel bag which you can use during the trek and is carried by porters. You can leave your non trekking items at the hotel or in our office and collect them after the trek.
The following list gives you a general idea of the personal items that you can bring for the trek.
GENERAL
- 4 seasons sleeping bag (Optional/ we can provide if you need it but is to be returned after the trek)
- Duffel or Rucksack or suitcase ( We will provide one complimentary GHD duffel bag gore you to Keep )
- Daypack
- Down Jacket ( Optional/we can provide if you need one but is to be returned after the trek. )
UPPER BODY-HEAD /EARS /EYES
- Shade hat or baseball cap-some people drape a bandana down the back of their head and then put a baseball cap on to hold it in place.
- Warm wool and synthetic hat that cover your ears.
- Balaclava-lightweight, thinner variety.
- Glacier glasses- 100% UV protection with side shields and a hard-sided storage case ( i.e Jumbo or Cube).
- Headlamp- Black Diamond and Petzl both make several good ones. Make sure to bring extra batteries and that they will last in the colder temperatures.
- Some people like ear-muffs; There are optional; a good hat balaclava, and hooded jacket should really be sufficient, but this is a personal choice for some people ( Optional).
- A Neck Warmer is another piece of gear for extra warmth if you feel you will need it ( Optional).
HAND
- 1 pair liner gloves, thins wool or synthetic, useful alone on mind days or as a layer inside other gloves/mitts for additional warmth.
- 1 pair shell gloves or mitts; Gore-Tex is preferred for keeping hands dry.
- 1 pair warm gloves ( heavier fleece or wool )
- Instant hand warmers are always nice in a pinch, but really shouldn't be necessary on the trek. Bringing appropriate hand protection as recommended above, should be sufficient( Optional).
CORE BODY
- T-SHIRTS -2
- Light and expedition weight thermal tops.
- Fleece jacket or pullover.
- Fleece Wind-Stopper Jacket ( Optional)
- Waterproof ( preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket.
- 2 women sports bras, synthetic, no cotton.
LOWER BODY-LEGS
- 2 pairs nylon hiking shorts-quick drying type not cotton.
- Underwear, stay away from cotton ( 4).
- 2 pairs lightweight long underwear-capilene or ther synthetic.
- 1 pair soft shell pants-synthetic, full zip from top and bottom preferable.
- 2 pairs trekking pants, preferably that zip on/off at the knees so they double as shorts.
- 1 pair hard shell pants. Waterproof/breathable, Gore-Tex or equivalent is best. Should zip from top and bottom- this makes it easier to put on over boots without getting undressed should the weather change once you are underway for the day.
- 1 pair cotton pants ( loose jeans/khakis ).
- All clothing should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks or large puncture resident plastic bags.
FEET
- 4 pairs of liner socks, synthetic or capilene.
- 3 pairs heavy weight socks to be worn over liner socks.
- 1 pairs light weight socks, a good option for the lower/warmer parts of the trail.
- 1 pair light to medium weight water proof hiking/trekking boots.
- 1 pair light trekking shoes or sneakers. Good for around the camp/lodges and in Kathmandu.
- 1 pair hiking gaiters, good for keeping dust and rocks out of your shoes/boots as well as keep your feet dry as necessary ( Optional).
- 1 pair sandals (Optional).
MEDICINES AND FIRST AID KITS
(Please note our guide will also carry the first aid kit bag during the trek. However we still recommend you to bring your personal first aid kit as well.)
- Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude related headaches.
- Ibuprofen for general aches and pains.
- Immodium or Pepto bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea.
- Diamox ( Commonly prescribed as acetazolamide) 125 or 250 mg tablets for altitude sickness. Please discuss with us before starting to take his medicine.
- Water purification iodine tablets or polar-pure crystals.
MISCELLANEOUS, BUT IMPORTANT !
- Passport and extra passport photos (4 copies )
- Airline ticket ( Please make a copy and leave on at our office in Kathmandu just in case if you need to change the date of you)
- Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money & Passport.
- Sunscreen. SPF 40 is recommended and should be relatively new since it loses its effectiveness over time.
- Pocket knife or small Swiss army type.
- Toiletry kit, Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, and liquid hand sanitizer, towels, soap, etc.
OPTIONAL
- 1 pair adjustable trekking pole.
- Favorite snack foods, no more than 2 pounds ( Optional).
- Paperback books, cards, mp3 player.
- Binocular (optional)
- 1 light weight point & shoot camera or 1 large SLR. Digital cameras are ok, but you must keep the batteries warm when not in use ( Optional)
- Hydration bladder with drinking tube and tube insulator ( Optional)
- pee bottle for men and pee funnel for woman, some swear by them to avoid that chilly late night trip ( Optional )
- 1 small stainless steel thermos ( Optional )
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