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Everest base camp trek return back by helicopter

Everest base camp trek return back by helicopter - 11 Days

Overview and Highlights

Key Information

Best Seasons

March to May/Sep to Dec

Group Size

+2

Duration

11 Days

Trek Difficulty

Moderate

Maximum Altitude

5,364m-17,598ft

Accommodation

Lodge/Teahouse

Meal

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Region

Everest

Country

Nepal

Activity

Trekking

Destination

Everest Base Camp

Trip Starts

Kathmandu

Trips Ends

Kathmandu

Everest Base Camp Trek return by Helicopter Trip Highlights 2023/2024

  • Everest base camp trek with helicopter return is one of the most popular tours in Nepal.
  • Take a breathtaking flight from Kathmandu to Lukla.
  • The trek takes you to the Kala Patthar and the base camp of Mount Everest, the world’s tallest mountain.
  • Everest Base Camp Helicopter Return is an adventure in itself. The helicopter ride gives you a bird’s eye view of the mountains and the valleys below.
  • You also see Khumbu icefall and Nepal's most famous glacier, the Khumbu Glacier. The experience is truly unforgettable.
  • Explore Sagarmatha National Park (UNESCO world heritage site) 
  • Opportunity to visit Everest Base Camp Route including Lukla airport, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche (or Thyangboche Monastery), Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorekshep and finally Everest Base Camp And Kala Patthar. The Everest base camp trek return back by helicopter tour is ideal for those having limited availability in their schedules. This mount Everest helicopter tour package includes the luxury of an incredible helicopter return flight.

Northern Trekking Team aims to provide short and adventure treks by helicopter in the Everest region at its onset. Everest Base Camp Trek With Helicopter Return is a wonderful lifetime experience. Trekking to view Everest in full view is amazingly thrilling and the flight back through glaciers mountains or streams encircling these mountains is breathtaking.

Best time for the Everest base camp trek with helicopter return

This 11-day Everest base camp trek with helicopter return is one of Nepal's most popular adventure activities. This Everest Base Camp Trek and fly-back by helicopter itinerary include visiting Lukla, Phakding, and Namche Bazaar (the largest Sherpa village). On this day, you will cross five suspension bridges and climb steeply for about 5-6 hours. Through Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorak Shep, you can reach a higher elevation Everest base camp of 5,364m. Visiting Everest base camp and returning by helicopter from Everest Base Camp to Lukla. If you want to go to Everest Base Camp by helicopter instead of walking, you can do so for a reasonable price. This Lukla to Everest base camp helicopter price is $550. 

March to May and September to December is the best time to take this Heli tour to Everest base camp. This is the time of year when we see clear skies, the best weather conditions, and stable conditions.

The views from the base camp are simply breathtaking, and you'll be able to see some of the world's most iconic mountains up close. If you're looking for an unforgettable experience, this is it. Once you get there, explore your surroundings and enjoy every minute of being at the bottom of the world. You can even climb to Kala Patthar if you have enough time! Once you're ready to head back down, spend as much time as possible in Everest Base Camp before getting on the helicopter; one way or another it will be hard to leave this beautiful place behind.

Everest Base Camp Trek With Helicopter Return Alternate Routes 2023/2024

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is one of Nepal's most popular tourist attractions. It takes you on a scenic tour of the Everest region, providing stunning views of the Himalayas. You can take the tour in two ways: Firstly, fly to Lukla airport and then trek to Everest Base Camp or take a smooth Everest Base Camp tour with landing at Everest Base Camp. Both options have their pros and cons, so it’s worthwhile to weigh them before making a decision. Trekking to Everest Base Camp requires 10-11 days of walking and can be strenuous for those who are not physically fit. On the other hand, travelling by helicopter guarantees you'll reach your destination without any physical exertion.

The Everest base camp helicopter tour package also provides amazing views while in flight; however, this mode is more expensive than Everest Base Camp Trek-Multiland. If money isn't an issue for you or if time is precious (say if this is your only opportunity), then going with the more expensive option might be worth it. Still, if the Everest base camp trek cost from Kathmandu is your concern or if you're looking for something more authentic, then we recommend that you go with the 10-12 day Everest Base Camp Budget Trekking.

Whichever Everest base camp trek return back by helicopter you choose, you will surely have an unforgettable experience. there are a few alternative routes that offer different perspectives of the world’s tallest mountain. The Everest Base Camp Trek packages include the Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek and 10 days Everest Base Camp Short Trek or EBC Trek. From here, you can get some of the best views of Mt. Everest and experience the high altitude. Another great option is the Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lakes Trek which takes you to the Gokyo lakes – a series of six glacial lakes located in the Nepalese Himalayas and over Cho La pass – The pass that offers stunning views of the Himalayan peaks. 

Itinerary Expand All Close All

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1400

On day one of your Everest Base Camp Trek, you'll arrive in Kathmandu and be met by our team. We'll help you get settled into your hotel, and then we'll head out for a group dinner. After dinner, we'll go over the itinerary for the next few days and answer any questions you have.

Food
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge/Teahouse
Elevation
2643

Welcome to Day 2 of your Everest Base Camp Trek! Today, you'll be flying to Lukla and then trekking to Phakding. The flight to Lukla is about 35 minutes, and from there it's about 2.3 kilometers to Phakding. The trek should take you 3-4 hours.

Food
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge/Teahouse
Elevation
3440

On day three of the Everest Base Camp Trek, you will be hiking from Phakding to Namche Bazaar. The trek will take approximately 6-7 hours and cover a distance of 10 kilometers. Along the way, you will pass through some stunning scenery, including forests, rivers, and mountains. Be sure to take plenty of breaks to enjoy the views and snap some photos!

Food
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge/Teahouse
Elevation
3440

On the fourth day of the Everest Base Camp Trek, you will acclimatize to the altitude by hiking around Namche Bazaar. The hike will take about 2 and a half hours near Hotel Everest View. Along the way, you will have beautiful views of the mountains and valleys below. You may even see some wildlife, such as mountain goats or yaks. By the end of the day, you should feel more comfortable with the altitude and be ready for the next leg of your journey.

Food
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge/Teahouse
Elevation
3857

Namche Bazaar to Tengboche is a short but strenuous hike. The first half is relatively easy, after a 1-hour easy walk you will walk a downhill trail for about 1 hour and you will reach a lunch place. After lunch, we start a steep uphill climb of about 2-3 hours. You'll be rewarded with amazing views of Everest and the surrounding mountains, as well as the beautiful Tengboche Monastery. Allow 5-6 hours for this hike.

Food
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge/Teahouse
Elevation
4400

On day 6 of the Everest Base Camp Trek, you will hike from Tengboche to Dingboche. The trek will take approximately 5-6 hours and cover a distance of 11 kilometers. The trail today is relatively easy, with only a few short uphill sections. You will be rewarded with stunning views of the mountains, valleys, and forests along the way. After arriving in Dingboche, you can explore the village or relax in your accommodations.

Food
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge/Teahouse
Elevation
4400

After a good night's sleep, you'll wake up feeling refreshed and ready to tackle the next phase of your trek. Day 7 is an acclimatization day, which means you'll be spending time hiking around Dingboche to help your body adjust to a higher altitude. The hike will take around 2 hours, and you'll have plenty of time to explore your surroundings and take in the stunning views. After a day of exploring, you'll return to your lodging for a well-deserved rest.

Food
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge/Teahouse
Elevation
4950

On day 8 - you'll be trekking from Dingboche to Lobuche, a distance of 8.4km. The scenery today is simply breathtaking, as you'll be following the Imja Khola valley up to the Khumbu Glacier. You may even spot a snowbird (Tibetan snow cock) along the way! Be sure to take plenty of breaks, and drink lots of water to stay hydrated. You'll also want to eat a light lunch, as you'll need all your energy for the second half of the trek. By late afternoon, you will reach Lobuche, where you can relax and enjoy the views before dinner.

Food
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge/Teahouse
Elevation
5364

On day 9 of the Everest Base Camp Trek, you will trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5,364m-17,598ft) via Gorekshep (5,100m-16732ft). The total distance covered on this day will be approximately 16 km. This is a challenging day as you will be gaining over 464 m in elevation. You will have an early breakfast at your lodge in Lobuche and then begin your trek. The first part of the trail takes you through the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. This is a rocky and uneven section so be sure to watch your step. After about 2-3 hours of hiking, you will reach Gorekshep. There are five tea houses that offer hot water for tea or coffee and lunch. After stopping for a short break, you will continue on the trail towards Everest Base Camp. You will stay overnight at Gorekshep at 5,100m-16732ft, it is the highest point for sleeping during this trek.

Food
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge/Teahouse
Elevation
2860

Early in the morning, you'll hike up to Kala Patthar to watch the sunrise, then back down to Gorekshep for breakfast. After that, you'll take a helicopter back to Lukla where you'll spend the night.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1400

After an amazing 11 days of trekking to Everest Base Camp, it's time to return back to Kathmandu. The trek is over, but the memories and lifelong friends will live on forever. On your way back to Kathmandu you'll have a chance to see some interesting sights including world's heritage sites Pasupatinath Temple, Baudhanath, Swayambhu, Patan Durbar Square, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. The flight from Lukla airport may be intimidating at first glance but once you get through security and on board the plane you'll be amazed at how fast and easy this flight is.

Cost Includes

  • All private Ground Transportation Including Airport Transfers 
  • 2 Night’s 3-star Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast(on the arrival day and after the Trekking).
  • helicopter Back from Gorak Shep To Lukla
  • Domestic Flight Ticket (Ktm-Lukla, Luk-Ktm) / domestic airport Tax.
  • All accommodations in lodges/Tea Houses During the Treks.
  • Daily Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) and tea/coffee during the Trekking.
  • Snack (Cookies) And Seasonal Fruits during trekking.
  • Sagarmatha national park entry permits & Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural 
  • A first aid kit will be Available.
  • Sleeping bag, Down jacket, and Duffie bag. ( Refundable)
  • Trekking T-shirt, Trekking map.
  • Trekking T-shirt, Trekking map, and Waterdrop.
  • An experienced, helpful, and friendly Guide, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation, and staff Insurance).
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.

Cost Excludes

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Nepal entry visa fee.
  • International Airfare/Airport tax, City tour Sightseeing entry fees.
  • Personal expenses laundry, telephone calls, snacks, camera, and mobile battery charging.
  • Health and travel Insurance.
  • Personal trekking gears.
  • porter to carry your bag during the trek ( one porter between tow trekkers is recommended.
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned in the Price Includes section.
  • .Tips for trekking staff ( it is expected). 

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Additional Information

UPPER BODY

  • Windproof/waterproof jacket. (1)
  • Fleece jacket. (1)
  •  Shirts and t-shirts. ( 3/4 pairs)
  • Down jacket. (1) (provided by Company)
  • Raincoat. (1)

 

LOWER BODY

  • Warm cotton long pants. (1/2 pairs)
  • Waterproof pant. (1)
  • Long thermal underwear. (2)
  • Short underwear. (3/4 pec)

 

HEAD

  • Sun hat or scarf. (1)
  • Warm fleece hat. (1)
  • Sunscreen sunblocks, and Lipbalms with UV protection.
  • Sunglasses. (1/2 pairs)

 

FOOTWEAR

  • Comfortable trekking boot.
  • Thick shocks. (3/4 pairs)
  • Light shocks. (3/4 Pairs)
  • Camp shoes and sandals.

 

HAND

  • Warm waterproof (gore-tex) gloves.

 

OTHER EQUIPMENT

  • Basic First Aid Kit.
  • Sleeping bag ( Provide by the company)
  • Water Bottle
  • Towel
  • Day-pack or Backpack
  • Swiss Knife
  • Torchlight or Flashlight
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Hiking Pole
  • Smartphone or Compact Camera
  • Power-bank

Travel Insurance

For everyone who will plan to Trek in Nepal, it is highly recommended that you get travel insurance that covers added expenses that might result due to various health issues, injuries, or accidents (together with the ambulance, helicopter rescue, and other treatment costs). Your insurance policy should cover the entire activities that you are planning to accomplish throughout your stay in Nepal.

In addition to this, the policy should also cover death, misplaced luggage, theft and liability, cancellations, medical treatment (counting hospital charges, cost of the medicine, doctor’s fees) as well as repatriation costs. Also, this trekking trail in Nepal takes you 5,000 m above the altitude, therefore, you also need to ensure that your insurance policy covers treks that go over 5,000 m. 

We suggested that you buy your insurance policy from your home country before joining us, as it is difficult buying a local travel insurance policy for foreigners in Nepal.

Meals And Accommodation

While you’re in Kathmandu, your accommodation is at a 4 Ster hotel (Arrival time and departure time). Your accommodation is at the best local Lodge and Guest Houses where available. The Mountain local Lodges are clean and have comfortable beds. The Lodges are fairly basic and the room is spare with twin beds. Blankets are generally provided. There is a large dining hall and warm fitted with a chimney duct, in which a log fire is lit.

Eating is a big part of the Holiday. Traveling with Northern Trekking Team, you experience a vast array of wonderful Nepalese food, Italian, Thai, Chinese, and several local foods. While on the trek you will be on full board all 3 times meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, with Tea/Coffee) included in the package. Your guide will suggest delicious, hygienic special food during your trips. Generally, chosen menu items are Nepalese meals (Dal Bhat), Tibetan fried bread, various types of soups, Momo’s (steamed dumplings), boiled and fried potatoes, kinds of pasta, and even pizza. So, overall you have a different choice of foods on the trek. During this trek, you will usually have breakfast and dinner at the same guest house.

Booking Payment

You should book the service at least 15 days before the trek departure date. After you confirm your trip with us, you should be transferring us a photocopy of your passport or your personal information. The personal information you have to provide us is your first name, middle name, last name, passport number, date of birth, nationality, and gender. Importantly, you need to pay 20% of the total price in advance for the domestic flight tickets and hotel booking, and permit process. You can pay the remaining balance before you start the trek.

Domestic Flight Information

Generally, the Everest region has to use Twin Otter and Dornier as primary modes of transport to and from the airstrip. Since you are trekking in the geographically as well as climate-wise most difficult part of the world, it is natural that flights get canceled. Mountain weather conditions or technical issues are something we cannot predict. In case of cancellation of flights, we can hire a helicopter for you to maintain your schedule. A helicopter facility can only be provided if our clients agree to pay the extra charges. Unwanted to say, the helicopter takes 4 to 6 passengers at a time and the cost can be shared amongst the passengers. We would like to repeat that in case the helicopter service is required, the trekkers must pay the cost. We can help you prepare the documents you need to submit to the travel insurance company for reimbursement. Please be informed that the Twin Otter and Dornier aircraft allow only 15kgs as the weight limit. This weight is equal to 33 Pounds. This weight includes both your duffel bag and daypack. This means you need to pack and prepare your luggage wisely. We suggest you not exceed the limit to avoid an additional cost of USD 2 to USD 5 per kg.

Personal Expenses 

How much money or cash you should be bringing with you depends on how you do the trip and the number of days you want to spend here in Nepal. Much also depends on your spending habits. Generally, you must have to take10 to 15 USD to spend your expenses, such as laundry, telephone calls, snacks, camera, and mobile battery charging. How much you will be spending during your trekking depends on the standard of the package you have purchased. 

Our Guides And Safety

Our guides are fully trained and licensed by Nepal Government Tourism Department, and certified by TAAN & Nepal Mountaineering Association.

All our Trekking Guides are professionals with decades of experience in this field of adventure. They are trained specially for specified and various trips, to cater to the flexible requirement of our clients from different nationalities, this will assure you that your trip will be enjoyable and in the safe hands of professional experts.

On every trip, will be one Trek leader and an assistant leader on each additional 7 people in the group on treks, this arrangement would ensure that even if any of our guide/ assistance guides gets sick or clients may get sick and need to be evacuated or staying behind from the walks, it wills still works smoothly and there would non-impact with our original trek plan. 

Every 7 trekkers will have one Sherpa helper for carrying their trekking bags.

Caring Porter

Our porter is fully strong, helpful, and friendly. Their salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transportation, and Insurance on each trip with us. As you know that we are very trustworthy and polite, while on trek thus we make sure that our porter is fully prepared for the trip. We are closely working with the International Porter Progress Association for the welfare and benefit of trekking porters. 

The maximum load carried by our porter minimum of 20 to 25 KG maximum so be sure that your trekking bag is not more than the above figure.

High Altitude

This is a high-altitude journey and elevation starts from a low of 2,860 m to 5,545 m high, where symptoms of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) might occur due to dry air, cold wind, and less oxygen. Generally, for The Everest region trip one needs to be in good physical with sound health to avoid other medical complications on the route of the journey, just follow our guide he will advice and suggestions that keep and make you feel secure to enjoy this fabulous adventure with us.

Best Time To Visit Nepal

Three best seasons for the trek to the Everest region. Generally, the main trails are having with trekkers in the two regions, we suggest you join in at the right time of the year as far as possible.

Things To Know Before Trekking

The main flow of foreign visitors in Nepal is for trekking from moderate to adventurous or challenging treks, the most important is choosing the right trip as per your duration of holiday and fitness, for Everest Himalayan trekking adventure one needs to be in sound health and physically fit.

On booking our preparation of fitness required walking-jogging-Jumba-aerobic at least fifteen days before your departure from the home country.

Please send us your dietary list and medical history report so that we can arrange them well in advance respectively. Book the ticket from home for Kathmandu, Nepal to reach at least two days ahead and earlier from trek departure with much space in Kathmandu after the trek, this allows you more time in Nepal to enjoy the culture and heritage sites of Nepal and also in case of a flight delay (Kathmandu-Lukla and Lukla-Kathmandu) which can happen sometimes due to bad and unfavorable weather.

Passport & Visa Information

What do you need to obtain A Nepal visa?

If you are thinking of taking a visa at the airport or immigration entry point, the following are your requirements:

  • A valid passport (The passport should have a validity of at least six months)
  • You should fill out the application form for visas available at the airport or immigration entry points.
  • Two passport-size photos
  • Visa fees should be paid in cash.

 

Entry points to Nepal
  • Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
  • Eastern Nepal – Kakarvitta, Jhapa
  • Central Nepal – Birjung, Parsa
  • Northern Border – Kodari, Sindhupalchowk
  • Western – Rupandehi (Belhiya, Bhairahawa)
  • Mid-western – Banke (Jamuna, Nepalgunj)
  • Far western – Kailali (Mohana, Dhangadhi) / Kanchanpur (Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar)

 

Visa Fees
  • USD 25 or equivalent convertible currency for 15 days.
  • USD 40 or equivalent convertible currency for 30 days.
  • USD 100 or equivalent convertible currency for 90 days.
  • For the tourist of SAARC nationals, free visas for up to 30 days.
  • Visa is not required for Indian nationals.

 

Visa Extension
  • If you want to extend the visa for 15 days or less, the visa extension charge is USD 30 or equivalent convertible currency
  • If you want to extend the visa for more than 15 days, USD 2 will be charged per day after 15 days. However, the visa can be extended a maximum of up to 150 days in a visa year (Visa year refers to the year starting January to December.)

 

Transit Visa

When a foreigner has to get down at a Nepalese airport as a result of his/her transit point or due to any forced landing for whatever reason, the foreigner can obtain a transit visa for a day after paying USD 5 or any other currency equivalent.

Download Tourist Visa Form PDF

Other General Information
  • Entering Nepal or staying in Nepal without a valid visa is illegal.
  • A tourist visa can be obtained either through the Nepalese embassy or consulate or other mission offices in your nation or at the immigration entry points in Nepal listed above.
  • Visa once issued cannot be amended and the visa fees are non-refundable.
  • You should pay the Nepal visa fees in cash. A credit card or cheque is not acceptable.
  • Visa charges are not applicable for children under 10 years of age, however, they must obtain a valid visa.
  • If you are obtaining a new passport or travel document, you are advised to contact the Immigration Department for the document transfer.
  • Always carry your passport and trekking permit while trekking.
  • Some of the areas are restricted for filming. Therefore, be careful not to do activities that are strictly prohibited.
  • The culture, tradition, and sentiments of Nepalese people should be respected. Do not perform any activities that would hurt their sentiments.
  • Do not perform any activities that would lead to moral turpitude.

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

  • Based on 1 Review

cmdsea | Singapore | On 16th Nov, 2022

1 Excellent

A wonderful experience..

Mingmar is a friendly and professional guide who helped make our first visit to Nepal and the beautiful Himalaya's a truly wonderful and enjoyable experience. Not only did we feel completely safe with his knowledge and guidance, up at the high and exposed altitudes that we were trekking. But he also went the extra mile behind the scenes to ensure all the other aspects of our trip, including the accommodation and meals etc were all as good as they could possibly be as well.

I hope to return to Nepal some day and look forward to joining Mingmar and the Norther trekking team again..

 

Date of experience: September 2018


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