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Everest Base Camp and Fly Back by Helicopter- 12 Days

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12 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
50 peopleMaximum group size
2 peopleMinimum to book
8 - 79 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
5000mHighest point reached
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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

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

Customer Reviews

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Nurma PopnbloomVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Gokyo-EBC Trek

I received an excellent hospitality and a great experience during my hike to Gokyo and Everest Base Camp. Cheers!!

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AileenVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Life Changing Experience!!

I've always dreamt of visiting Everest until I found out about this company. They made my dream a reality. It was a great experience. Thank you very much.

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