Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return

Everest Base Camp Trek with Scenic Helicopter Return: The Ultimate Himalayan Adventure

Feel the grandeur of Everest like never before on this unparalleled trek to Everest Base Camp. This trek provides the quintessential EBC experience, exposing you to Sherpa culture and stunning mountain view, topped off by an unforgettbale helicopter ride back, offering unmatched bird's eye views of the Himalayas.

Highlights

• A very special Everest Base Camp trek package with helicopter flight
• Embark on an adventurous journey in the eastern Himalayas in Nepal
• Hike through beautiful villages and rhododendron forests to the base of the tallest mountain in the world
• Experience the mountain lifestyle and have intimate encounters with the locals
• Explore ancient suttas and monasteries on the way
• Cross thrilling suspension bridges and enjoy striking mountain vistas and diverse landscapes
• Enjoy a gorgeous sunrise from Kala Patthar along with a special view of Mt. Everest and adjacent peaks like Lhotse and Nuptse
• Ideal EBC itinerary for beginner trekkers and travelers looking for a short trek
• One full trek preparation day in Kathmandu and two acclimatization days during trekking
• Safe and comfortable helicopter flight with a guaranteed window seat

Tour Overview

On the Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return, you will start the journey with the standard Lukla flight from Kathmandu and hike to EBC and Kala Patthar. However, after exploring Kala Patthar, you will not trek back to Lukla. Instead, take a helicopter flight to Kathmandu.It adds the thrill of helicopter flight in the Himalayas. You will enjoy breathtaking aerial panoramas and avoid around 65 kilometers of return walk to Lukla. Ultimately, you can complete the Everest Base Camp trek in just 12 days.The main highlight of the Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return is the upclose aerial view of the Himalayas, which is experienced by very few foreigners. Therefore, this itinerary is perfect for trekkers looking for a special Everest Base Camp trek experience.

Bookings are open for Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return 2025 spring/summer/autumn/winter departures.

Why do the EBC trek with helicopter return?

The Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return is an efficient way to do this famous trek. You will get a full preparation day in Kathmandu before flying to Lukla and two acclimatization days during trekking.The itinerary does not compromise when it comes to your experience. Still, it saves you almost three days of walking back to Lukla, and the helicopter flight adds an extra edge to your trip. Not to mention, you will escape the nerve-racking take-off from Lukla Airport.Travelers on short vacations or looking for an Everest Base Camp trek itinerary under two weeks will find this package quite fitting. The biggest takeaway is that the Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return is suitable for beginner trekkers. It is much more achievable and adventurous. You can do it with your kids, family, and friends.You will be trekking with the professional and reliable crew of Top Of The World Adventure. Our team will make all arrangements for the trek and ensure your safety and comfort. Likewise, we work with one of Nepal's most reliable and safe airlines to operate our helicopter flights in the Himalayas. We guarantee a safe flight!

Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return package cost

Let's talk a little bit about the Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return cost. Compared to the standard 14-day EBC trek cost, the EBC helicopter return cost is definitely high.

The helicopter flight adds a touch of luxury and convenience to your journey and makes it grand. It will be around a one-hour flight, which majorly increases the package cost. Nevertheless, you will get the best Everest Base Camp trek helicopter return price with us and a once-in-a-lifetime experience.It is our standard package, which includes standard lodge accommodation during the trek. However, you can also upgrade to luxury lodge accommodation if you wish. It will make your trek even more comfortable and hassle-free. You will get warm rooms, comfy mattresses, and private washrooms with Western-style toilets.

What to expect during the Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return 12 days?

The Everest Base Camp with helicopter return trek takes you to an impressive elevation of 5,545 meters above sea level. It is Kala Patthar, the highest point on the EBC trek. Everest Base Camp is the second highest point at 5,364 meters.Not many trekkers know that the view of Mt. Everest is not visible from its base camp. So, we hike to Kala Patthar as our final ascent to enjoy a spectacular view of Everest and surrounding peaks. You will begin the trek from Lukla, the gateway to the Khumbu region (Everest region).However, Kathmandu will be your first destination on this trip. It is the capital of Nepal, and you will land here. We will meet you in Kathmandu and spend two nights getting to know each other and preparing for the trek. You can buy/rent trekking clothes and gear and explore the tourist sites.On the third day, you will fly to Lukla. Our expert mountain guide and porter will accompany you from Lukla onwards. First night in the mountains, you will spend in Phakding village. It is situated around 200 meters below Lukla.

If you are trekking between March to May or September to November, you will take the Lukla flight from Ramechhap Airport instead of Kathmandu Airport. These months are peak travel times in Nepal, so Kathmandu Airport is quite busy. Shifting the Lukla flights to Ramechhap Airport allows flights to be on time. It takes five hours to drive to Ramechhap Airport from Kathmandu.

The trail from Lukla descends along the Dudh Koshi River. It passes by small villages and rhododendron-forested hills. Be prepared to cross several suspension bridges until you reach Namche Bazaar. The most thrilling one is the long Tenzing Hillary Suspension Bridge. It is 135 meters high and 60 meters long.From Pahakding, you will ascend to Namche Bazaar. The trail continues through the forest of rhododendrons and magnolias. Permits are registered on the way to Monjo village, the starting point of Sagarmatha National Park. The final ascent to Namche Bazaar is steep.We have acclimatization days in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche village. So, you will spend two nights in these two villages. Your main activity on acclimatization day will be hiking to higher elevations and returning to the village to spend the night. It will help you adjust to altitude and avoid altitude sickness.From Namche Bazaar, you will ascend to Tengboche village and then to Dingboche village. Once you cross Dingboche, you will enter the subalpine zone. The trail now crosses a glacier field and goes along the Khumbu glacier to Lobuche village. You will then ascend to Gorak Shep and hike to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar from here.

Sherpas- the glory of Everest Base Camp trek

One of the things that makes trekking to Everest iconic is the Sherpas and their companionship. Also, meet with other mountain communities, such as Rai, Lama, Bhotiyas, etc, and enjoy their warm hospitality. The engagement with the locals makes the trek meaningful.You will see their lifestyle and traditions. Along the trail, there are many stupas and monasteries where you can learn about the locals' faith and customs. Similarly, hear many intriguing stories and myths, including Yetis. It will be a wonderful time.Beautiful villages with breathtaking scenery make the journey visually remarkable. During trekking, you will see a wide range of landscapes, and many sunrises and sunsets and towering mountains will be your constant friends.

Everest Base Camp Trek Distances and Elevations

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