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Trek To Everest Base Camp And Return By Helicopter To Lukla, 2025-2026

  • 10 Days
  • April,May.June and September, October. November
  • Challenging
  • Lodge
  • 5545.m
  • Airplane
  • 1-25
  • Kathmandu.

Experience the breathtaking scenery of the Mt. Everest Himalayan ranges with our 10-day trek, an alternative to the traditional 14-15-day trek to Everest Base Camp.

This journey allows you to immerse yourself in Sherpa culture, explore religious sites, and enjoy diverse natural beauty. Starting in Kathmandu, it includes a helicopter ride from Gorak Shep to Lukla, saving three days and ensuring a compact yet rewarding Himalayan experience.

The itinerary takes you through Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep, culminating at the iconic viewpoints of Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar. You will return to Kathmandu on the 10th day.

Joining our Everest Base Camp Trek program means you’ll have the support of skilled local guides and porters, along with quality helicopter service. We prioritize hiring qualified local staff, providing an unforgettable experience while supporting the community.

For any questions or concerns about the trek, don’t hesitate to contact us via email.

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Detailed Itinenary

Upon arriving at Kathmandu International Airport, a pickup service will transport you to a hotel in Thamel, the main tourist hub. After checking in, you can purchase or rent any necessary trekking equipment before settling in for the night in Kathmandu.

Drive to the domestic airport and fly to Lukla. From there, we will begin our trek to Phakding village along the Dudh Koshi River. The first day of the trek will be easy and comfortable, allowing you to enjoy a lovely adventure. We will spend the night in Phakding village.

After breakfast, we continue walking to the Dudh Koshi riverbank trail. Then, we are crossing the lovely bridge through Banker village and will be in reach of Monjo village, or Jorsollo Village too. It is the main getaway to Everest base camp, Khumbu Region, and the main checkpoint for trekking permits for trekkers. After that, you continue to walk slowly uphill until you reach Namche Bazar village. overnight in Namche Bazaar.

It is one of the true acclimatization days for our third day hike to EBC at Namche Bazaar.
After breakfast, hike to the Everest View Hotel for the breathtaking Himalayas and Mount Everest views. Then, head to Hidden Village in Khumjung for lunch before returning to Namche Bazaar. Enjoy free time to rest on other days and evenings, exploring the charming streets of Namche Bazaar, where you can shop for local handicrafts and souvenirs. In the evenings, gather around the warm fire with fellow trekkers to share stories and experiences from your journey in the majestic mountains, followed by an overnight stay in Namche Bazaar.

 

 

After enjoying breakfast in Namche, we trek uphill through beautiful pine forest trails. Then we trek downhill to the Thangka tea house and cross the bridge for lunch before continuing slowly to Tengboche Monastery. We will spend the night in Tengboche Village.

After breakfast, we will head to Deboche village. We will cross the uphill bridge to Pangboche village and continue gradually uphill until we reach our destination, Dingboche village. We will spend the night there.

Today is a day for acclimatization. If you feel comfortable, hike to Nagarjuna Peak or walk to Chukum Village. During the hike, enjoy beautiful views of Ama, Dablam, and Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, and Island Peak. Return to the hotel and spend the rest of the day enjoying the surroundings. Overnight in Dingbuche Village.

After breakfast, you will hike on gently sloping trails to reach Thukla village (4660m). Here, you can take a break, enjoy a cold or hot drink, and prepare to continue your ascent to Lobuche Village for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, you will walk to Gorakshep, check-in, rest, have lunch, and then hike to Everest Base Camp. From there, you can enjoy stunning views of the Khumbu glacier, climber tents, staff, and panoramic views. Take photos and return to Gorakshep for an overnight stay.

In the early morning, before breakfast, you’ll hike to Kalapather Peak (5545m) for stunning sunrise views of Mt. Everest and the surrounding Himalayas. The crisp mountain air will invigorate you as the sun rises over the snow-capped peaks, creating an unforgettable experience that sets the tone for an adventurous day ahead.

After returning for breakfast, a private helicopter will pick you up around 9:30 or 10 a.m. to take you to Lukla Village, where you’ll stay overnight.

 

 

After breakfast, head to Lukla Airport for your flight to Kathmandu (35 minutes). Drive to the hotel (20 minutes), check-in, and freshen up. Enjoy your free day by shopping for souvenirs or gifts, exploring the area near the hotel, and overnighting in Kathmandu.

 

 

 

After breakfast, we will take you to the international airport three hours before your departure. We hope you enjoyed your trek to Everest Base Camp with us and look forward to seeing you again for your next adventure in Nepal.

Service Includes

  • Airport pickup and drop-off by private car or van depend on the group.
  • Both-way flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and back to Kathmandu.
  • Private helicopter by Gorak-Shep to Lukla,
  • Two nights accommodation in a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trekking
  • All accommodations during the treks
  • Everest trekking map
  • Trekking experience with a government-licensed holder guide and potter (one potter for two)
  • Guide and potter foods, drink, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, and local tax
  • Group medical supplies (a first aid kit will be available)
  • All necessary Nepal government papers and national park entry trekking permits, TIMS cards, etc.
  • All Nepal government taxes and vat

Service Excludes

  • Meals on your own in Kathmandu (lunch and dinner)
  • your travel insurance
  • your international flight entry visa (you can obtain a visa easily upon arrival at Nepal International Airport in Kathmandu).
  • All kinds of drinks, hot showers, alcohol, and cold drinks
  • Personal shopping, laundry, etc.
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Tips for a guide and potter: tipping is expected. but it is not mandatory.
  • If you do any tours, sightseeing, other activities, etc.,

Frequently asked question about this trip

The Himalayan country, Nepal has lots to special offer to travellers. Nepal’s attractions are numerous and diverse, from its popular monuments and ancient sites just like the Kathmandu durbar square, Pashupatinath temple and the wildlife reserves like chitwan national park in which you can spot and meet many natural wildlife. You  can looking to trekking within the Himalayas, exploring culture, historical past attractions or relax & unwind within the peace & tranquility Nepal has them all.

The Nepalese rupee is the local money. It’s usually great to change your money once you arrive in Nepal. Euros, sterling and US dollars are all simple way to exchange for rupees at local banks and money exchange. The most of credit cards and debit cards are extensively commonplace at the ATMs shops, Hotels and eating places in tourist area.

Oh yes, a few kind of journey coverage is relatively endorsed. maximum tour insurance covers emergency flights, clinical prices, and theft or lack of possessions. If you plan to move rafting or hiking, make sure your insurance covers these “dangerous sports.” keep in mind to keep your receipts to make claims. With a view to make claims on misplaced or stolen gadgets, you’ll need a police file issued in Nepal.

Usually, Nepal’s weather is split into 3 seasons –summer season winter and the monsoon. Normally, the winter season (October to February) is the desired and considered as the quality time for lots of travelers to go to travel. The Himalayas and Mountain stations are explored throughout the summer time (March to May additionally).

The monsoon season (june to September) brings the heavy rain.

Nepal has precise flight connections from united kingdom. There are several direct flights to Nepal from the UK. Although, there aren’t any direct flights from the london to kathmandu, nepal, you could choose to fly both through new delhi, dubai, muscat, bahrain or bangkok. Flight times range among 12-14 hours depending on which airlines you are flying with.

Yes, you can get your entrance visa at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu upon your landing.

Sure, You could observe for a visa earlier than you travel or upon arrival on the airport. please notice, Nepal visa are valid from the date you arrive within the country. For extra information about visa, please go to visit http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np

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