| Group size: | Min 2 pax | Max-Altitude: | 5545m |
| Destination: | Nepal | ||
| Arrival on: | Kathmandu | Departure from: | Kathmandu |
| Meals: | Full Board Meal during Trek (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) | ||
| Accommodation: | Hotel/Mountain lodge | ||
| Fitness level: | Moderate | ||
Everest Base Camp Trek with Heli Return 10 Days is an exceptional trek specially designed for the trekkers who are short on time yet want to experience trek to Mt. Everest Base Camp. You will trek to the Everest Base Camp then return on a helicopter from Gorak Shep. The trek offers incredible Himalayan trekking experience. While the helicopter ride offers a close, striking and panoramic views of many of the highest mountain peaks in the world.
Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most searched and preferred trekking destinations by the trekkers around the world and this trekking could be a combo of both adventure and challenge for you. 10 Day Everest Base Camp Trek is designed for trekkers who are familiar with the trekking in the Himalayas and limited time. At the beginning of Everest base camp trek, you walk downhill through the forest of the rhododendron, magnolia, and pine. Ahead lie small settlements and flat trails with pleasant alpine vegetation, monasteries, colorful prayer flags and so does the valley, which is so beautiful that you are bound to click your camera. Another beauty is the Dudh Kosi River, a glaciated river, which is as white as milk and which you cross often by the high suspension bridges that will make the trek livelier.
Another highlight of the Everest base camp trek is Namche Bazaar, the largest village of the Everest region. Everest base camp trek–10 days also includes the majestic view of Tawache (6,510 m), Nuptse (7,861 m), Ama Dablam (6,856 m), Thamserku (6,648 m), Kongde Ri (6,187 m), Kusum Kangaroo (6,367 m), Kamtega (6,782 m), and Lhotse (8,516 m). Of these, Ama Dablam is the most beautiful mountain in the world. Treks Planner Nepal offers you a 10-day standard package for Everest Base Camp that includes full accommodations and meal throughout the trek along with bed and breakfast in Kathmandu. You can get special discounts on groups.
Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival
Altitude: 1,400 m
Day 02: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding
Altitude: 2610 m | Trek: 3/4 hrs | Meal: BLD
Day 03: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Altitude: 3445 m | Trek: 5/6 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 04: Hike to Khumjung and Acclimatization in Khumjung
Altitude: 3,790 m| Trek: 1 hr | Meal: BLD
Day 05: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
Altitude: 3860 m | Trek: 4/5 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 06: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
Altitude: 4360 m | Trek: 4/5 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 07: Trek to Lobuche
Altitude: 4930m, Lobuche | Trek: 5/6 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 08: Trek to Gorakshep (5160m) and Hiking to Everest base camp and back to Gorakshep.
Altitude: 5545m | Trek: 7/9 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 09: Early morning hike to Kalapathar down to Gorekshep then fly to Kathmandu on Helicopter
Trek: 2/4 hours | Flight Duration:45 min -1.5 hours | Meal: BL
Day 10: Departure
Meal: B
Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival| Altitude: 1,400 m
Our airport representative will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu upon your arrival. He/she will escort you to the respective hotel in a private vehicle. Your prior trip meeting will be scheduled on the very day at the hotel before dinner. However, our airport representative will give you a brief idea about the second day’s schedule on your way to the hotel. During this meeting, we will introduce you to your leader/guide. Please do not hesitate to ask questions about your trek or anything that is related to your trip. And the night you will be spending at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding | Altitude: 2610 m | Trek: 3/4 hrs | Meal: BLD
An early morning start takes us to the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu for the 35-minute scenic flight to Tenzing and Hillary Airport at Lukla (2,804 m). On arrival at the airport, the guide will brief you and introduce your porters before we begin our trek towards Phakding (2,610 m). After landing you’ll have time to explore the village while our Sherpa crew sort and load our trekking equipment. Then the trek begins by descending towards the Dudh Kosi River where you’ll join the main trail to Namche Bazaar, located just above Chaunrikharka (2,713 m). This walk is considered to be a short hike that will help you to acclimatize. After almost three to four hours of walk, you will reach Phakding. There are many beautiful monasteries to visit, a beautiful Lukla village and a breathtaking terrain to view. There are many resting places and lodges in Phakding and you will be staying in one of these lodges tonight.
Day 03: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar | Altitude: 3445 m| Trek: 5/6 hours | Meal: BLD
You’ll continue trekking along the banks of the Dudh Kosi, crossing the majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges laden with prayer flags. After entering the Sagarmatha National Park, the trail climbs steeply with breathtaking views. You can find many good restaurants, hotels, lodges shops, money exchange, bakeries and teahouses as Namche is the biggest village along the whole Everest trail. Major attractions of this day are an amazing view of Mt. Kusum, Lhotse, Nuptse and the first Glimpse of Mt. Everest. You will stay in a guesthouse tonight.
Day 04: Hike to Khumjung and Acclimatization in Khumjung - Altitude: 3,790 m| Trek: 1 hr | Meal: BLD
Day 05: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche | Altitude: 3860 m, Tengboche | Trek: 4/5 hours
The trek for today will start shortly after breakfast. Today you will follow the trails along the glacial water of Dudhkoshi up till the altitude of 3867m. On your way, you can enjoy the phenomenal view of the Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Enthralling Thamserku exists in the close vicinity of the trail along with the lush of the temperate vegetation including Rhododendron, Oak, Juniper etc. You might also get a glance of wild fauna like Himalayan Thar, Musk deer, Snow Leopard and different varieties of birds prevailing in that region. Upon reaching Tengboche; you can visit the famous Tengboche Monastery decorated with beautiful Sherpa art and beautiful wall hangings. You will stay overnight at a lodge in Tengboche.
Day 06: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche | Altitude: 4360 m, Dingboche | Trek: 4/5 hours | Meal: BLD
From Tengboche, the trail drops to Debuche crosses another exciting suspension bridge on the Imja Khola and climbs to Pangboche amongst thousands of mani stones. Your uphill trek continues, taking you to the quaint traditional Sherpa village of Dingboche with its exquisite views of Lhotse, Island Peak, and Ama Dablam. You will spend the night in the lounge tonight to avoid being affected by the altitude.
Day 07: Trek to Lobuche | Altitude: 4930m, Lobuche | Trek: 5/6 hours | Meal: BLD
Today, the trail continues along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier and passes by stone memorials for climbers who have perished on nearby summits. You will continue as heading to the village of Lobuche which is located at the foot of the giant Lobuche peak. Due to change in air density as the air density gets lower n lower and some of you may be facing breathing problem starting from this point. You will stay in a guesthouse tonight.
Day 08: Trek to Gorakshep (5160m) and Hiking to Everest base camp (5545m.), back to Gorakshep. | Trek: 7/9 hours | Meal: BLD
This is a big and difficult day walk along the Khumbu Glacier and up to Everest Base Camp at 5,365 m, the closest you can get to Mt. Everest without mountaineering equipment. During spring, there will likely be expedition teams about to attempt the summit. The view of the Khumbu Icefall from Base Camp is spectacular. Soon after which you will return back to Gorak Shep for the night.
Day 09: Early morning hike to Kalapathar (5545m) down to Gorekshep then fly to Kathmandu with Helicopter | Trek: 2/4 hours | Flight Duration:1.5/3 hours | Meal: BL
This will be one of the most difficult yet rewarding days of this whole trek. Most of the morning is spent climbing Kala Patthar, a small peak at 5,555 m. The ascent is demanding but the climber gets the most magnificent mountain panorama – Everest, the highest point on the planet at 8,848 m, towers directly ahead and on all sides loom the giants such as Nuptse, Pumori, Chagatse, Lhotse and countless others. Trek down to Gorakshep for breakfast and you take your helicopter ride back to Kathmandu. The ride back provides you with an aerial view of the entire region. It is a remarkable way to end your journey to Everest Base Camp.
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our airport representative will transfer you to your hotel from the airport. You will stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 10: Departure
The trip concludes – our airport representative will drop you to Kathmandu’s Tribhuwan International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal.
Cost Includes:
Airport Pick-up and Drop-off service in a private tourist vehicle
2 Night standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast.
7 Night Accommodation during the trek in Teahouse/Lodges
All standard meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Airport transfer from and to Kathmandu
Kathmandu –Lukla –Kathmandu flight tickets, domestic departure transfer, and airport tax
A helicopter from Gorekshep to Kathmandu including airport to Hotel transfer.
Well experienced English speaking trekking guides holding guide’s license (their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food, and accommodation)
Porters (One porter for every 2 members)
All the necessary permits i.e.,(Sagarmatha National Park entrance permit) and Khumbu permit and all the paper works
Down jackets and sleeping bags (upon request).Needs to be returned after trip completion.
Company’s duffel bag(Upon request) and T-shirt(As a souvenir)
Trekking route map
First Aid Kit (Carried by your trek guide)
An arrangement of rescue helicopter service (Your travel insurance should cover this expense)
Necessary local and government taxes
Cost Exclude
Dinner and lunch in Kathmandu except for welcome and farewell dinner.
Your personal expenses for mineral water, soft beverages, confectionaries, laundries, phone calls, hot drinking water, bar bills, showers, etc.
Internet facility, battery chargers, multi-plugs, etc.
Your travel insurance that covers Helicopter evacuation.
Medical expenses and trip cancellation.
Any other extended trips and accommodation.
Tips of a guide, porters and driver as a token of appreciation.
Any other expenses or charges that are not mentioned in the “cost includes” list.
Nepal arrival visa.
Walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in the lower altitudes, however, if we are in excellent health with average physical fitness, have a positive attitude, self-confidence, and strong determination, we can accomplish the trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly for some weeks prior to the trip is a good idea to enhance our strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset, but no technical skill is required for this trip. It is important that we consult with our doctor before we decide and set up for the Everest Base camp trek. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Treks Planner Nepal before booking the trek
Trekking in the Himalayan region goes through unexpected complication like natural and health challenges resulting in changes in the itinerary for your own security reason, If such an incident happens during the trek our professional Guide, Porters and leader take you to final point safely for evacuation so, please be friendly with your guide for more achievements and protection. Flights in the Himalayan region often get canceled even in the best season due to bad weather so we request our travelers to carry luggage for extra days.
Our website contains as much information as possible about this trip, but if you want, we can still customize the itinerary according to your wish and preferable time to visit. Feel free to write to us or you can even give us a call if you would like to discuss any aspect regarding the trip.