Everest Base Camp Heli Trek
Everest Base Camp Luxury Heli Trek is an excellent opportunity to explore Everest Base Camp (EBC) and return to Kathmandu on a helicopter while taking in breathtaking views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu. Stay at the finest luxury lodges in the Everest region and enjoy services that are unmatched. If you prefer the deluxe option, this is an excellent deal for you. In just over a week, you will be able to walk to Everest's base camp, visit the famous viewpoint of Kala Patthar, fly back to Kathmandu, and return home. Additionally, throughout your Everest Base Camp Luxury Helicopter Trek, you will spend the night in luxurious lodges. After hiking to Everest Base Camp, you take a helicopter back to Lukla. Obtain an overhead perspective of the Everest Region and hover near some of the world's tallest peaks.
After a pleasant helicopter trip from Kathmandu to Lukla, the EBC Luxury Heli Trek commences. From Lukla, a Sherpa hamlet on a hilltop with an airport, you pass by other Sherpa settlements. Pass through the picturesque Dudh Koshi Valley on suspension bridges adorned with prayer flags your route to Namche. Acclimatize for one day in the Sherpa capital of Namche. Tengboche Monastery is a significant spiritual center in the Khumbu region; pay your respects there.
Trek to EBC and stand beneath Mount Everest, the tallest mountain on world. In addition, visit Kala Patthar and take in the breathtaking view of 7000- and 8000-meter peaks. After enjoying the scenery, you board a helicopter. Enjoy aerial views of Mount Everest, Sherpa communities, and glacier rivers during a helicopter flight to Everest Base Camp. The helicopter journey to Lukla and then Kathmandu signifies the conclusion of your unforgettable Everest Base Camp Luxury trek.
Two days have been set out for acclimatization, and an experienced trek leader will be present to help you. Our guide has successfully led multiple parties to and from EBC without incident.
Everest Base Camp Heli Trek Highlights
The Everest Base Camp Heli Trek is a unique and exhilarating way to experience the iconic Everest region of Nepal. This trek combines trekking to Everest Base Camp with a scenic helicopter flight back to Kathmandu. Here are some highlights of the Everest Base Camp Heli Trek.
Stunning Mountain Views: The trek offers breathtaking views of some of the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and many others. The helicopter flight provides an unmatched aerial perspective of these majestic mountains.
Cultural Exploration: The trek takes you through Sherpa villages and monasteries, allowing you to experience the rich Sherpa culture and traditions. You'll have the opportunity to interact with locals and learn about their way of life.
Everest Base Camp: Trekking to Everest Base Camp is a bucket-list experience. Standing at the foot of the world's highest mountain is a remarkable achievement and provides a sense of adventure and accomplishment.
Tengboche Monastery: The trek passes through Tengboche, where you can visit the famous Tengboche Monastery. This monastery holds cultural and religious significance and offers panoramic mountain views.
Scenic Helicopter Flight: The highlight of the trek is the helicopter flight back from Lukla to Kathmandu. This flight provides an awe-inspiring view of the Himalayan landscape, allowing you to see the mountains from a unique perspective.
Time-Efficient: The combination of trekking and a helicopter flight allows you to experience the beauty of the Everest region without the need for a long return trek. It's a great option for those with limited time.
Comfortable Accommodation: Along the trekking route, you'll stay in tea houses and lodges that offer basic but comfortable accommodation and local hospitality.
Varied Landscapes: The trek takes you through a variety of landscapes, from lush forests and alpine meadows to rocky terrains and glaciers. This diversity adds to the overall trekking experience.
Local Cuisine: You'll have the chance to savor local Sherpa cuisine, which includes hearty meals to fuel your trekking journey.
Sense of Accomplishment: Completing the trek to Everest Base Camp and returning via helicopter provides a unique sense of accomplishment, combining physical exertion with an exhilarating flight.
The Best time for Everest Base Camp Heli Trek
The best time for the Everest Base Camp Heli Trek is during the pre-monsoon (spring) season (March to May) and the post-monsoon (autumn) season (September to November). These months offer the most favorable weather and trekking conditions for a safe and enjoyable experience. Here's why these seasons are recommended.
Pre-Monsoon (Spring) Season (March to May):
Stable Weather: Spring is one of the most popular trekking seasons in Nepal. The weather is generally stable with clear skies, minimal rainfall, and pleasant temperatures during the day.
Blooming Flora: The rhododendron forests and other vegetation come to life with vibrant blooms, creating a colorful and picturesque backdrop for your trek.
Clear Mountain Views: The clear skies offer excellent visibility, allowing you to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, including Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and more.
Post-Monsoon (Autumn) Season (September to November):
Stable Weather: Autumn is considered the best trekking season in Nepal. The weather is stable, with clear skies, minimal rainfall, and comfortable temperatures during the day.
Excellent Visibility: The clear skies provide exceptional visibility, allowing trekkers to enjoy unobstructed views of the mountains and the surrounding landscapes.
Festivals and Local Life: This season is also a time of festivals and celebrations in Nepal, adding cultural experiences to your trek. The local communities are active, and you'll have opportunities to engage with locals and learn about their traditions.
Both of these seasons provide a fantastic opportunity to experience the beauty of the Everest region through trekking and a scenic helicopter flight. Keep in mind that the weather conditions can be unpredictable at higher altitudes, so it's important to be prepared with proper gear, clothing, and acclimatization. The trek to Everest Base Camp involves ascending to high altitudes, so it's recommended to have a good level of physical fitness and to follow a well-planned itinerary.
Duration : 11 days | Activity : Trekking/Hiking | Trip Date : Flexible |
Private Trip : Available | Group Trip : Available | Stay : Tea House/ Hotel |
Program Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Nepal.
Our agent will transfer you to the hotel from the airport. Hotel check-in followed by sightseeing tour. Spend the night in Kathmandu.
Day 2 - Fly to Lukla by helicopter and hike to Phakding (2,610m/8,800ft).
Day 3 - Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,284ft) - 6 to 7 hours.
Day 4 - Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,480ft).
Day 5 - Trek to Deboche (3,820m/12,530ft) via Tengboche (3,860m/12,661ft) - 5 to 6 hours.
Day 6 - Trek to Dingboche (4,410m/14,465ft) via Pangboche - 5 to 6 hours.
Day 7 - Acclimatization Day at Dingboche (4,410m/14,465ft).
Day 8 - Trek to Lobuche (4,910m/16,105ft) - 6 to 7 hours.
Day 9 - Trek to Gorak Shep (5,140m/16,860ft) and visit Everest Base Camp (5,364 m/17,594ft) - 7 to 8 hours.
Day 10 - Hike to Kala Patthar (5,550m/18,204ft) and board a helicopter from Gorak Shep to Lukla and onward to Kathmandu (1,400m/4,592ft)
Day 11 - Departure from Nepal.
Include/Exclude
Price Includes
- All necessary ground transfers.
- All necessary accommodations as per the itinerary.
- Tea House accommodations during the trek.
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trekking.
- All necessary paper works.
- All necessary trekking permits.
- Experienced and First Aid-trained trekking guide.
- Strong, helpful porters.
- Comprehensive medical supplies.
- Trekking map.
- Insurance of all local team.
- Warm clothing and trekking gear for staff.
- Sleeping bag and trip duffle bag.
- Trekking certificate issued by us.
- Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
Price Excludes
- Nepal Visa fee.
- International flights.
- All meals not mentioned in inclusions.
- Personal expenses not stipulated.
- Optional add-ons.
- Gratuities.
Guest Reviews
Lisa G
My dad and myself did plan to trek the Annapurna Circuit from Jagat to Jomsom and booked the trip via Raj and Getaway Nepal Adventure. While organizing everything in advance went smooth from the very beginning, we were amazed by the organisation of the whole trip once we arrived in Nepal - starting with a pick-up service in Kathmandu airport, also wisely chosing our guide and our porter (Manisha and Dai) which both were a perfect match to accompany us on our trekking. Both were very thoughtful and we felt like a companionship from the very beginning, but also very professional when it came to all concerns regarding the hike, like proper acclimatisation, the daily hike and everything besides. Overall organisation has been extraordinary and there hasn't been anything where Raj was not able to support (even after the trip has finished).
This really has been a once-in-a-lifetime trip and we were so happy to have this with Manisha and Dai. If ever planning to do a trekking in Nepal again (and we would love to do soon) we definitely would book with Raj again and his company one more time.
Aussie Couple
Raj and his team are awesome. Especially after seeing how other travel companies in Nepal have functioned, not only are they on top of everything, but the guides and porters working with the company are treated really well. The morning we were meant to leave for Lukla, the plane kept getting delayed. By 9 am our guides had a chopper organised to take us, where we later chatted to people who only got on one at around 2 pm and ended up hiking in the dark. We also saw multiple porters carrying more than one duffle bag, however, this company limits it to one, for the wellbeing of the porters. I cannot recommend this company enough.