Heli Trek to Everest Base Camp

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Cost of trekking
Price starts from

USD 4250

Meals
Meal

Full board meals

Trekking detail: Start & End Point
Start & End Point

Kathmandu/Kathmandu

Transportation details
Transportation

Heelicopter, Flight and Private Transport

Accommodation
Accommodations

Hotel

Activity - Trekking
Activity

4-6 hours walking

Maximum Altitute
Max Altitude

(3,720m/1,2204ft)

Tour detail: Distance
Distance

Lukla to EBC 65 KM

Level of trip difficulty
Trip Grade

Moderate

Best Travel Time
Best Time

March to June & September to December

Overview

Countless trekkers flock to the Everest base camp each year to see the once-in-a-lifetime Himalayan scenery. To have this ultimate look of these grand mountains, many people reach here either by trekking or flying. If we have to talk about these options, both have different kinds of experiences. You can get a majestic view of the mountains by flying directly to the Everest base camp. However, if you only choose this option, you'll miss one of traveling's most essential features: adventure. Meanwhile, going with the trekking option will encourage adventure but you would be sacrificing comfort. So, we think that combining these two features into one would make a perfect Everest base camp helicopter trek journey.

Trekking is generally a challenging way to complete a long journey. However, most people choose this way to fulfill their adventurous souls. But, some people want to do this activity in comfort. So, this is a journey that should not be missed by individuals who want to fully explore the historic pathways and heritages while also enjoying the convenience of a helicopter ride back to Everest base camp. We highly recommend this trek for those who have very limited time for Exploration but want to experience a lot in the Khumbu region. Similarly, the Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek is ideal for trekkers looking for longer, more remote journeys filled with raw natural beauty.

The trekking course initially follows the same route as any other Everest base camp trek since it is a half-heli tour and a half-trail trekking trip. The trail will start from the Lukla and then finally reach Namche and hike up to the heli pickup point to Syangboche. While following this trail, you'll get to relish spectacular views of the peaks as well as the Sherpa people's rich cultural traditions.

Finally, after days of trekking along the trail, you will reach Syangboche. On the next day after having a delightful Breakfast at the Everest View Hotel, you will head on to the Kalapatthar. Here at the ultimate destination, you will take in the jaw-dropping vistas of Gorakshep, the Khumbu Glacier, the Khumbu Icefall, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori, and the mighty Mount Everest. Once you've had a chance to take it all in, you'll then eventually make your way back to Kathmandu in a helicopter bidding farewell to Khumbu.

Itinerary

Hello and Namaste! Welcome to the land of the Himalayas. Today is the starting day of your adventurous Everest base camp helicopter trek. Your amazing adventure starts as you make a classy entry at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport. After you land and leave the terminal, a representative from our company will formally welcome you and direct you to our private vehicle, which will, later on, take you to the hotel. It will take only several minutes to reach the hotel. At the hotel, you will take some time to rest and get freshened up. After you are all ready, we will hold a short meeting in our office regarding the trip details.

Here, our guide will explain everything to you about the trip. If you have any kind of questions you can instantly ask him. At this meeting, you will also have a chance to meet the guide. Following the conclusion of the short briefing, you will shortly begin to prepare for the trip by compiling a clothing and packing list. Since your sightseeing excursion is tomorrow, it is more convenient for you to set things up now.

Around the Evening time after all things are completed, we will go to a Nepali restaurant for a welcome dinner with cultural dance and music performances. After completing the program, we will drive you back to your hotel. Spend the night at a five-star hotel in Kathmandu.

Note: If your flight is delayed or you arrive late, the meeting and dinner will be shifted to the next day.

Maximum Altitude
Altitude

(1,300m/4,264ft)

Loding Level
Accommodation

Hotel Marriot 

Single Supplementary
Meals

Dinner 

You'll have a busy day within a valley today. Immediately following breakfast, we'll begin our day trip to the city. Major sights in the Kathmandu Valley will be included in the trip, and they will all be reached by private car. The main sights we will see today are Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. These are all classified as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since they all exhibit remnants from the medieval era or even earlier. If time permits, we'll continue to visit the valley's different locations.

After spending hours exploring and enjoying the scene at these places, we will return to our office to double-check everything, including our clothes, packing list, and equipment. Meanwhile, you could ask a guide if something has to be included or make any additional preparations for the journey. Spend the night at a five-star hotel in Kathmandu.

Maximum Altitude
Altitude

(1,300m/4,264ft)

Loding Level
Accommodation

Hotel Marriot 

Single Supplementary
Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

You'll possibly get up at 5 or 6 a.m. today. Our driver and guide will shortly arrive to take you up once you've freshened up and prepared everything. He will take you directly to the domestic terminal of Kathmandu Airport after all of the things are loaded into the vehicle. You will have to wait at the airport for a while as we need to do all check-in formalities. After some while, the amazing flight will continue for about 30 minutes to the airport in Lukla. You will experience a unique, fascination & nervousness throughout this 30-minute journey which you could have never felt before.

A moment after dropping from the aircraft, you will hand over the baggage to the porters and then go to the lodge to have a revitalizing breakfast. If the weather is clear, then you could enjoy your breakfast with the amazing surroundings of the Lukla region. After having breakfast and taking in the scenery, you will head in the direction of Phakding to start your Everest base camp helicopter trek journey.

After crossing Lukla's narrow paths and admiring numerous stores, vibrant flags, Chortens, Mani walls, and prayer wheels, we will get closer to Phakding. Phakding is a small village which is located at a similar altitude as Lukla. Rather than individual homes, Phakding is mainly constituted of lodges. These lodgings provide trekkers with ideal and top-rated services. Spend the night at a luxury lodge in Phakding. Mountain Lodges of Nepal.

Maximum Altitude
Altitude

(2,610m/8,562ft)

Loding Level
Accommodation

Mountain Lodge of Nepal 

Single Supplementary
Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

After having a delightful breakfast at the Yeti Mountain home, we will make our way towards Monjo. Monjo is a small village situated on the northern side of Phakding village. We will follow the trail and eventually come to cross to Dudh Koshi River and climb the path further up. The entire journey is simple, along a dusty track and through a pine forest with frequent glimpses of the dazzling peaks.

Along the way, we will pass through several tiny settlements, including Zapute, Toktok, Bhenkar, and Chhamuwa, as well as two suspension bridges. After traveling through these locations, we will ultimately reach Monjo. We'll check into one of the top-rated lodges when we get to Monjo. After checking in, we may decide whether to relax or visit Monjo village. Later after arriving at the lodge, you will savor the finest meal. Overnight at the Mountain Lodge of Nepal in Monjo.
 

Maximum Altitude
Altitude

(2,835m/9,301ft)

Loding Level
Accommodation

Mountain Lodge of Nepal 

Single Supplementary
Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Similarly to the day before, we will have our breakfast at the Yeti mountain home and leave Monjo to head onto Namche bazaar. Before leaving Monjo we have to make an entrance to Sagarmatha national park. The guide will make all of the arrangements to complete all the formalities here. From here you will descend to cross a couple of bridges and gradually ascend towards Larja Dobhan.

After crossing the river once again and climbing a hill, you will finally reach Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar is the main commercial hub of the Everest region. After you reach here, you will again check in at the most luxurious lodge in the town. Here also you will undoubtedly get the best quality accommodation and meals. After checking in at the lodge, you can unwind in the room or you can explore nearby cafes or restaurants in the town. Overnight at the Mountain Lodge of Nepal in Namche Bazaar.

Maximum Altitude
Altitude

(3,440m/11,286ft)

Loding Level
Accommodation

Mountain Lodge of Nepal 

Single Supplementary
Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Today's climb begins shortly after breakfast and lasts for around two hours as we ascend toward Syangboche. We go up higher in the direction of the hill behind Namche to ultimately reach Syangboche. Our overnight destination, the Everest View Hotel, is located on the hill's northern slope. For your information, this hotel holds the record for being the highest in the world. After checking in at the hotel, you will unwind for a bit and head over to the roof. From here, you will have a magnificent view of Everest, Ama Dablam, and Lhotse.

Further, we won't be lounging around the hotel the entire day today; instead, we'll take a tour of the local villages. You have the option of spending this day in Syangboche's forests. Here, you could come across some animals including Himalayan Thar and Musk deer. Alternatively, you might go to Khumjung, the biggest Sherpa village, where you could see a Yeti's scalp and a school built by Sir Edmund Hillary. After successfully finishing one of these excursions, we will head back to Hotel Everest View for the night. You may rest assured that this hotel will provide you with meals and lodging of the finest level, on par with five-star hotels.

Maximum Altitude
Altitude

(3,720m/1,2204ft)

Loding Level
Accommodation

Hotel Everest View 

Single Supplementary
Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

After waking up to the beautiful 360 views of the mountains, you will head over to the roof to have an exquisite breakfast. After having a delightful breakfast we will head to our ultimate destination today. Yes, we will head on to the Everest base camp to fly over but the helicopter will land on Kalapatthar. Here at the Kalapatther, we can only remain for a couple of minutes (Maximum 10 minutes). As we have to prevent altitude sickness, we will quickly relish the views, take photographs, and hop into the helicopter.

After enjoying the best couple minutes of your life, you will now directly fly back to Kathmandu. You will proceed to the Tribhuvan International Airport's domestic terminal. After being dropped off there, you will shortly be driven to the Kathmandu hotel where you previously stayed. After freshening up and relaxing for a couple of hours at the hotel, we will take you for the farewell dinner. Here, we will recall our favorite moment of our journey. Also, we will seek insightful comments on the journey from you. After enjoying the dinner here, we will drive to your 5-star hotel for an overnight stay.

Maximum Altitude
Altitude

(1,300/4,264ft)

Loding Level
Accommodation

Hotel Marriot

Single Supplementary
Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Finally, our Everest base camp helicopter trek journey has come to an end today. You were probably enjoying the time of your life in the mountains and you suddenly realized how quickly your journey is coming to an end. As your flight time approaches, a representative from Trek Ways Nepal will show up to take you to the airport. Have a safe flight home!

Single Supplementary
Meals

Breakfast 

Include

    • Arrival and departure by deluxe car
    • 3 nights accommodation in Kathmandu at Hotel Marriot 
    • Professional guided city tour of Kathmandu by private car
    • Monument entrance fees while on the city tour 
    • Private transport (available anytime 24/7)  for your personal use
    • Welcome dinner with typical Nepali music and dance at Bhojan Grriha
    • Kathmandu to Lukla flight tickets with airport tax 
    • During the main season, Lukla flights are from Ramechap. If you plan your trip at this time of year then we will provide you a shared Helicopter ride to Lukla to avoid a long drive.
    • Syangboche to Kalapatther and back to Kathmandu by private helicopter 
    • All meals  (Lunch/Dinner/Breakfast) on a trek
    • Luxury lodge (Mountain Lodge of Nepal) and Everest View Hotel during the trek
    • National Park entrance permits 
    • Khumbu Gaunpalika Tax 
    • Mineral water or boiled water during the  trek 
    • Hot Towel during the trek 
    • Government-licensed and trained English-speaking guide and his entire expenses
    • Porters (One porter for every  2 members) and his entire expenses
    • Insurance of Guide and Porter
    • All required local and government taxes
       

Exclude

    • Nepal arrival visa
    • Personal expenses like alcoholic and soft beverages
    • Your travel insurance that covers trip cancelations, trip interruptions, or medical and health
    • Tips to the staff
    • Any extra accommodations in Kathmandu if you return early from the trek 
    • Any other feature that is not mentioned in the “Includes” column.

Date & Cost

March,2025

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Map

Heli Trek to Everest Base Camp Map

Frequently Asked Question

Most probably, your guide will pick you up from Kathmandu airport upon your arrival. He will be holding a paper with our company and your name on it. You need to look for your name when you come out from the lift.  My guide will assist you to the car and continue to the hotel in Kathmandu.

Yes, we will arrange private transport for you.

Yes, all of our guides speak English fluently. Do not expect a guide as a native speaker but good enough for Nepalese standards. Besides English, our guide speaks Spanish.

Yes, our Guides are certified and have a Government certificate. Also, first aid trained, skilled, and has leading capacity with knowledge of locals.

Yes, we do have our staff yearly insured. Also, we do provide full trekking gear initial phase and they are well-equipped.

 

Porter will carry 25kg (12.5kg each).
 

Yes, you can have your own porter which cost USD25 per day.

 

Yes, we do provide you a duffel bag. Your entire trekking gears will go in to the duffel bag which porter will carry.

 

Yes, you can leave your suitcase either in our office or in the hotel. The hotel in Kathmandu has a free luggage storage room. We can help you with this.

 

We do offer Luxury hotel in Kathmandu which is rated 5* and Luxury Lodges on a trek. First three nights (Phakding, Monju, and Namche) we use the chain of Mountain Lodges (originally Yeti Mountain Home) and at Syangboche we use Hotel Everest view which is 5* standard and recorded as the highest hotel in the world. 

Yes, you can have your private room but you need to pay an extra USD1550.

 

No, you do not need to bring your own towel as Luxury lodges offers room with attached bathroom with clean towel. 

In the village there are rest rooms but not along the way. You need to find private spot along the way for emergency use.

 

There are menu available with a variety of choices. You can pick up any items of your choice. Meals are on a buffet basis of several choices. Meals are 5* standard.

Absolutely not. There are veg meals available and we do suggest you go for veg meals.


 

No it is not a problem. You can still have options but you must tell my guide if you are vegan.

Yes, you need to tell us what food you should not eat so our guide can let it know in the lodges.
 

Yes, it is provided. You can have unlimited mineral water while on a trek.

Yes, you can have boiled water during the trek. 

Yes, you can buy gear in Kathmandu at a better price than your home but quality may not be the same. There are some branded items like Rab, North Face, Black Yak, Marmot, etc. There are local brands as well. You can rent sleeping bags and down jackets but the other items you need to buy.

You will have maximum 10 minutes in Kalapatther for video and photos. 

Tipping is not in our culture but guides, Sherpa, and porter expect tipping. You can tip at the end of the trip.


 

Yes, there are weight restrictions on a Lukla flight. You can carry 15kg total (10kg of your duffel bag and 5kg hand-carry bag). If you have more than that then you need to pay extra (USD 1.5 per kg)

If your flight to Lukla gets canceled then either you try the next day or pay extra for the helicopter.

 

The helicopter will fly in bad weather conditions as it has better visibility. But sometimes helicopters also can not fly. If you want to fly to Lukla by helicopter then you need to pay USD300-USD500 which depends on the situation.

 

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