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About the tour
Tour Type
PrivateYou will not be joining a group.
Max Group Size
22
Age Requirement
5 - 85 yrs
Operated In
English
Max Altitude
5545 meters
Starts
Ends
Kathmandu, Nepal
Kathmandu, Nepal
Highlights
Trek the classic route to Everest Base Camp
Return to Kathmandu via helicopter
Trek through Sherpa villages
Enjoy spectacular mountain views
Itinerary
For those who dream of Everest but are short on time, the Everest Base Camp Heli Trek is a game-changer. This unique 12-day adventure takes you along the classic trekking route from Lukla to Everest Base Camp, weaving through scenic Sherpa villages and iconic Himalayan landscapes. After reaching the legendary base camp and hiking up to the viewpoint at Kalapatthar, you’ll skip the return trek and soar back to Kathmandu by helicopter—taking in the majesty of the Himalayas from above. This tour package’s standout feature is its efficient, exhilarating blend of trekking and luxury, ensuring a once-in-a-lifetime experience for adventurers with tight schedules.
Day 1Fly to Lukla (2,80Arrival in Kathmandu (1,338m/4,390ft)
Day 2Phakding - Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft)
Day 3Acclimatization Day - Hike to Everest View Hotel
Day 4Namche Bazaar - Tengboche (3860m/12660ft)
Day 5Tengboche - Dingboche (4410m/14464ft)
Day 6Acclimatization Day
Day 7Dingboche - Lobuche (4910m/16105ft)
Day 8Lobuche - Everest Base Camp (5364m/17594ft)-Gorekshep
Day 9Gorekshep- Kalapatthar and fly back KMD on helicopter
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Highest point: Everest Base Camp trek (5380 m)
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What's Included
Airport and hotel transfers as per itinerary in private vehicleFull board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trekBest available local lodge accommodation (twin sharing) during the trek; we provide rooms with private bathrooms and hot showers at Phakding, Namche and LuklaOne professional, knowledgeable and friendly English speaking trekking leader along with assistant guide (6 trekkers: 1 assistant guide) and porters (2 trekkers: 1 porter)Duffle bag, sleeping bag, and down jacket for use during the trekHelicopter flight from Kalapatthar to KathmanduTwo nights twin sharing accommodation in deluxe Kathmandu Suite Home or similar hotel in KathmanduKathmandu to Lukla flight including departure taxesSagarmatha National Park Permits fee and all other local permitsDown jacket and sleeping bag for use during the trek
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