Everest Base Camp Heli Trek and Scenic Helicopter Flight

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
1 stop
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Kathmandu
Upon arrival, we'll seamlessly transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu. This is your day for final preparations and gentle immersion. We'll convene at dusk to outline the adventure. The Kathmandu capital city of Nepal rich in Cultural heritage sites and surrounded by UNESCO heritage sites and many more. Your only mission tonight: hydrate deeply and have a restful sleep.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Fly to Lukla from Kathmandu and Trek to Phakding (2,800m)
1 stop
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Phakding
We will start with a 45-minute to 1-hour helicopter flight to Lukla. Before landing at Lukla, a helicopter flight offers breathtaking aerial vistas. Our treks begin gently, with a 3 to 4-hour amble beside the rushing Dudh Koshi River. The 3 to 4-hour ride is a moving meditation that helps you to adjust slowly to a higher altitude, following the river and crossing a few iconic bridges. Phakding is a quite small village where we’ll overnight. Take it easy, breathe deep, and acclimatize.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazar (3,440m)
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Namche Bazaar
The trail steepens into a true climb; it takes about 5-6 hours to reach the iconic Hillary Bridge. The trail gains about 830 meters in altitude, so pace yourself and take breaks. Namche Bazar, the vibrant heart of the Khumbu, with shops, cafes, and a small hospital, serves as the gateway to the high Himalayas. Listen to your body, master your breath, and fuel wisely. Keep hydrated and rest well.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Acclimatization day at Namche Bazar. Hike to Hotel Everest View and Back (3,880m)
1 stop
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Syanboche
Today is a strategic pause in Namche, a day to allow your body to acclimate to thin air. Taking a gentle “climb high, sleep low” strategy, hike up to Hotel Everest View- a brief ascent to 3,880m that fortifies your acclimatization. The hike is approximately 8 kilometers round-trip and offers views of Everest and other peaks. You can also use the evening to explore the shops and the museum or simply rest. Drink plenty of water, be mindful of your surroundings, and notify your guide if you feel unwell.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Trek from Namche to Tengboche (3,867m)
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Tengboche
A steady 5-hour climb brings us to the sacred grounds of Tengboche. The well-trodden path winds through hamlets, culminating at its revered monastery -time your arrival with the monks' evening prayers for a truly transcendent moment. Lodges offer warm meals and basic rooms. The views from here include Ama Dablam and other big peaks, a silent sentinel for our night's rest.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m)
1 stop
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Dingboche
Embrace the stark beauty of a 5-6 hour climb to Dingboche, an 11-kilometer climb gaining an altitude of about 540 meters. As the trail goes uphill, the tree starts to disappear as we reach a higher altitude. Reaching Dingboche, a small village with several lodges, is our vital staging post, and we will prepare for more altitude gain in the coming days. Drink plenty of water and let your body adapt.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Acclimatization in Dingboche
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Today is a dedicated day for high-altitude acclimatization. An optional hike to Nangkartsangh Hill (5,100m) offers a powerful boost, approximately 6 KM round trip, challenging the body with the thin air to improve your journey ahead. For those who prefer restfulness, gentle rest in the village is equally beneficial. The simple rule is to hydrate relentlessly, nourish your body, and engage only in gentle movement.
12 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 8
Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940m)
1 stop
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Today's journey is a solemn and steady climb, approximately 7 kilometers, and takes 4 to 5 hours. The traverse gains about 530 meters over rugged and rocky terrain. The path passes through the Thukla memorial site, a poignant sanctuary honoring those who lost their life on the everest. Lobuche is a simple outpost with small lodges. We’ll rest here where the colds begin to bite, so wear warm clothes. Rest often and watch for signs of altitude sickness.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5,164m) and hike to Everest Base Camp (5,364m)
1 stop
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Everest Base Camp
Today’s a day we’ve been waiting for. We headed to the final outpost of Gorakh Shep, after dropping heavy bags, and embarked on the final 4 Kilometers to Everest Base Camp in over 2 hours. The path is rocky and stark. Here, at the foot of the surrounding world’s highest mountain, see the Khumbu icefalls; this moment needs to be felt, not rushed. Then, we return to Gorak Shep for the night.
12 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 10
Trek to Kalapathar (5,545m) and back to Kathmandu via Helicopter
1 stop
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Wake up early in the morning and climb up to Kalapathar. The first golden light on the face of Everest is just unreal. The descent, while downward, take care of your knees, and use a trekking pole if you have one. Back in Gorakshep, we rest on the memory of the sunrise and head back to Kathmandu, enjoying the helicopter ride. -Farewell to the Everest region. The flight itself is scenic, with last glimpses of the Himalayas. After you arrive at the domestic airport, drive back to your hotel; your mind is surely still among the peaks.
12 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 11
Final Departure
1 stop
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Kathmandu
Depending on the flight schedule, you may have a few extra hours in Kathmandu for last-minute shopping. This marks the official end of the Everest Base Camp heli trek. As you depart, you carry more than gear; you have the indelible imprint of the Himalayas.
Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

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