Everest Base Camp and Fly Back by Helicopter- 12 Days

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  • duration 12 days
  • tour type Private and Group
  • age requirement 8-79 yrs
  • max group size 50
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Maximum altitude 5000 meters
  • Trek difficulty Moderate
  • Tour Code BM-19633
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  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Ends Kathmandu, Nepal
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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Take an included small plane flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
  • Have the adventure of a lifetime trekking to Everest Base Camp
  • Visit important memorials and monasteries along the way and learn more about the culture
  • See incredible views of the world's biggest mountains
Trek to the base camp of the world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest! Then, visit Kalapthhar and go on a helicopter tour of Gokyo Lake on your discovery of the Everest region before heading back to Kathmandu.

This 12-day trip begins in Kathmandu, from where you will take a mountain flight to Lukla and begin trekking. Trek through rhododendron forests, along river banks, and on stony trails. Experience the remote mountain culture of the local people as you pass through villages and monasteries. Soak up the stunning views of the Himalayan giants. After the trek, we ride back to Lukla by helicopter from Gorakshep. One of the most exciting parts of this Everest trip is the helicopter tour over the pristine Gokyo Lake, which is also a popular trekking destination among trekkers who travel the Everest region.

See the itinerary and what's included sections for more information.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
  • Day 2: Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding
  • Day 3: Trek to Namchebazaar
  • Day 4: Rest in Namchebzaar
  • Day 5: Trek to Tengboche
  • Day 6: Trek to Dingboche
  • Day 7: Rest in Dingboche
  • Day 8: Trek to Lobuche
  • Day 9: Trek to Gorakshep via EBC
  • Day 10: Trek to Kalapatthar, back to Gorakshep, fly to Lukla
  • Day 11: Fly to Kathmandu
  • Day 12: Depart
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • Airport pickups and drops by private vehicle
  • Deluxe hotel accommodation in Kathmandu for two nights with breakfast
  • Best available teahouse accommodation during the Everest trek
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
  • Welcome and farewell dinners
  • All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
  • Domestic flights from a regular Twin Otter plane (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu)
  • Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visits as per the itinerary
  • An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (4 trekkers = 1 assistant guide)
  • Porter service (2 trekkers = 1 porter)
  • Helicopter expenses as per the itinerary
  • Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
  • Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
  • All government and local taxes
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Nepal visa fee
  • Excess baggage charge(s)
  • Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu for any reason (early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain)
  • Some meals in Kathmandu, only those included in the itinerary
  • International flights
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, internet, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc)
  • Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)
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CANCELLATION

Free cancellation up to 60 days prior departure, after which the deposit becomes non-refundable.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this tour.
  • How much money do I need to bring with me?

    Your personal budget obviously depends on your spending habits and what is included in your trip cost. If accommodation is included, but meals are not, we would suggest that you bring around 30 USD per day per person for meals. Having a hot shower or charging your device sometimes costs extra. There are also sometimes small crafts/souvenirs to buy along the trekking route which you may want to bring extra money for. Also, consider whether you would be staying in Kathmandu or Pokhara before or after your trek.

  • Is quarantine in Nepal in effect for arriving visitors?

    There are no quarantine requirements in Nepal for arriving visitors at the moment.

  • How much should my backpack weigh?

    A properly packed backpack (not including your day pack) should ideally not weigh more than 13 kg. It is also important to note that if you are taking a flight to the start of your trek, many smaller aircraft have weight restrictions. For example, if you are flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, you are only allowed 10kg of checked luggage, and 5 kg of hand baggage. Thus, in case of a small flight, you should ideally pack a 10 kg backpack for checked luggage, and then add 5 kg in your hand baggage. You can then re-shuffel the weigt once you start your trek at the trailhead.  

  • Do I need a porter?

    The decision to hire a porter is up to you and usually based on your fitness level and/or budget. One porter can be shared between two people and can carry up to 25 kg. Many trekkers hire a porter to have a more comfortable trek.

  • Do I require a porter for carrying water?

    On most popular treks you can expect plenty of places where you can refill your water bottle, meaning you don’t need to carry a huge water supply with you. Bring an extra bottle of water if you are concerned. If you already have a porter, you can ask him/her to carry water as long as it is within the weight limit. Another option is to carry water purification tablets or LifeStraw, both of which can be found in Kathmandu.

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