Everest Base Camp Trek and fly back by Helicopter USD 1990 per person

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1 Everest Base Camp Trek and fly back by Helicopter USD 1990 per person Everest Base camp Trek and fly back by Helicopter is one of the short treks for Everest Base Camp; especially focused on those who want to experience the adventure on limited holidays. We assure you for the heavenly experience and challenging adventure that you worth your time and money. From EBC Heli Trek, you can experience the mountain glory from every angle. As the trails start from Lukla to the Everest base camp you can explore the breathtaking sceneries through the ascending steps. Which is looking up to the peaks and the other angles of the skyline view from a helicopter on the way back to Kathmandu. As the Mt. Everest is the highest peak in the world so to reach the Everest base camp is a huge achievement in itself. The thrilling journey begins from Lukla that goes different trails through the dense forest, ethnic Sherpa village, fast flowing rivers, stunning landscapes, tranquil green forest, deep canyons and the cold and barren region at the feet of the great mountain peaks. This adventure also allows you to discover the rural mountain lifestyle of Nepalese people. View from Everest Base Camp Trek and fly back by Helicopter From the Everest Base Camp Trek and fly back by helicopter; you get the combined view of all the glistering mountain peaks including Mt. Everest (8848 m), Mt Lhotse 8516 m, Mt. Nuptse 7855m, Mt. Pumori 7161m, Mt. Changaste 7550m, Mt. Lingerie 6679m, Mt. Amadablam 6856m, Mt. Thamserku 6723m, Mt.Kongde 6011m, Mt.Twache peak 6367m, Mt. Cholaste 6335m, Island peak 6179m, Lobuche peak 6145m. Also, Pokalde peak 5806m, Honku south peak 6119m are the major towering peaks that reflects you the lifetime memory. Moreover, the stunning lining views of the trail that you have trekked through and the steep terraces cultivated lands from the Aerial view. Leaving your footstep on the lap of Everest base camp you will fly back to Kathmandu by a helicopter ride. 1

2 Brief Itinerary of EBC Trek and fly back by Heli Day 01 Kathmandu Arrival and transfer to hotel. Short briefing at Evening (1300 meters) Day 02 Lukla flight and trek up to Phakding (2651 meters) 8 km distance, 3 hours trek Day 03 Trek to Namche (3440 meters) 11km distance, Approx. 7 hours Day 04 Acclimatization day to avoid high altitude for coming days Day 05 Trek to Tengboche (3870 meters) 10km distance, Approx. 6 hours Day 06 Trek to Dingboche (4360 meters) 9 km distance, Approx. 5 hours Day 07 Dingboche 2nd acclimatization day Day 08 Trek to Lobuche (4940 meters) 7 km distance, Approx. 6 hours Day 09 Trek to Gorakshep (5170 meters) and EBC (5364 meters) 13 km distance, Approx 8 hours Day 10 Trek to Kalapather (5545 meters) for sunrise view and fly back to Kathmandu by Helicopter Day 11 Final departure The Everest base camp trek and fly back by helicopter is an eleven days tour according to our itinerary, but we can arrange it according to your time-space. Please click here for trekking gear list. Moreover, you can extend your Nepal Package by the city tour and jungle safari activities. Detail Itinerary: Day 01 Kathmandu Arrival and transfer to hotel. Short briefing at Evening (1300 meters) As you arrive at Tribhuvan International airport a representative from Peregrine treks will welcome you and drop you to the hotel after half an hour drive from the airport. You will have leisure time to rest. In the evening you will get the briefing about the trek from your guide and get prepared for the next day adventure. Day 02 Lukla flight and trek up to Phakding (2651 meters) 8 km distance, 3 hours trek You will have an early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (Tenzing Hillary airport). This is the beginning point of all Everest trek. The other member of our team will join us from Lukla. Now our team gradually descends to Cheplung village from where you will get a close view of the sacred mountain peak called Mt. Khumbila, which has never been climbed. The trails gradually descend to Phakding where our team will stay overnight. Day 03 Trek to Namche (3440 meters) 11km distance, Approx. 7 hours After early morning breakfast, the trails continue towards Phakdine that passes through a pine forest along the Dudh Koshi River crossing the suspension bridge that seems to be decorated with a holy prayers flag. Now, entering the Sagarmatha national park we continue our trek to Jorasalle spotting the mani stones along the way. Lunch will be served here. Again the trails descend steeply upwards to Namche Bazar, a beautiful valley which is considered as the capital of Sherpa people from where you can have the very first appearance of the majestic mountain the Mt. Everest. Overnight in Namche Bazaar Day 04 Acclimatization day to avoid high altitude for coming days One more day in Namche Bazar will help you to be used to the high altitude as the oxygen gets thinning more and more in the high. It will be good for you to stay active then to take more rest for the next day adventure. You can go for a hike to the Everest viewpoint just above the Namche Bazar. Also can visit the Sherpa museum to get the information about the Sherpa culture, you can also see the footprint of Yeti in the museum and many historical and geographical information of the mountain and the people here. Overnight at same lodge 2

3 Day 05 Trek to Tengboche (3870 meters) 10km distance, Approx. 6 hours After early morning breakfast, we continue our trek to Tengboche along some descends and some ascend through the Rhododendron forests, the trails drop to Phungi Thanka where you will have your lunch. The trails now descend to Tengboche that provides you with the magnificent views of the different mountain like Lhotse, Nuptse, Amadablm including Mt. Everest. Overnight at lodge Day 06 Trek to Dingboche (4360 meters) 9 km distance, Approx. 5 hours After early morning breakfast, the trail descends smoothly through the rhododendron forest. Today the trails are quite easy to compare to other days. Now you will cross the tree line spotting the mani stones and the coniferous forest admiring the view of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Amadablam. The trail continues downhill to Dengboche crossing the Imja River to reach Pangboche for the lunch. Our walk continues after the lunch visiting the famous Pangboche monastery and the view of fabulous mountains will be along with you the whole day. We continue our walk to Imja valley now the trail literally ascends to Dingboche the beautiful village, which used to be summer settlement for yak grazing so you can view the yak grazing over the slope of the cliffs. Overnight in the lodge at Dingboche Day 07 Dingboche 2nd acclimatization day You start your day with the sunrise view between the majestic peaks. Though this is the day for the relaxation of your body we recommend you to stay active with moderate walk and hike. Here you can get the chance to know about the villagers and their unique culture and explore the beautifully cultivated field of barley, wheat, buckwheat, and potato. Overnight at lodge Day 08 Trek to Lobuche (4940 meters) 7 km distance, Approx. 6 hours After breakfast, we start our day with a moderate climb to Duglha at the end of the terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier, which is a tiny village of a colorful strand of prayers flags hung across the valley. We continue our steep ascends to Chupki Lara that goes to Khumbu Glacier moraine where you can witness the leistering peaks like Khumbutse, Lingtern, Pumori and Mahlangu Himal. Then the trail follows the way to Lobuche where you will spend the night. Day 09 Trek to Gorakshep (5170 meters) and EBC (5364 meters) 13 km distance, Approx. 8 hours After breakfast, today we take the trail to Everest base camp, which is not very difficult. We continue our walk to some ascend and descend trails mostly on a glacier path. The walk is strenuous due to thin air in the high elevation. Passing the rocky dunes, moraines, and streams on the way we reach the Everest base camp. The beautifully stunning and the picturesque views of the majestic peak like Nuptse, Khumbutse, and Pumori will welcome you. After this heavenly experience, we get back to Gorakshep. Overnight at lodge Day 10 Trek to Kalapather (5545 meters) for sunrise view and fly back to Kathmandu by Helicopter Today we wake up early for the walk to Kala Patthar in the dark with cold temperature and chilly wind. After the moderate walk of 2-3 hour, we reach Kalapatthar. The view from the summit is adorable. Every peak is revealing in itself including Mt. Everest. After enjoying the magnificent mountain panorama we get back to Gorak Shep. We will take a helicopter ride from where you can explore the combined view of all the mountains from the skyline. We fly over the serene waters of the Gokyo Lake and the stunning lining view of the trails that you have trekked through. Leaving your footsteps on the lap of the Everest base camp you will fly back to Kathmandu. Your guide will take you to Kathmandu Sightseeing. Overnight at hotel 3

4 Day 11 Final departure This is the last day in the land of Everest. After breakfast or lunch according to your flight schedule, we will drop you at the Tribhuwan international airport a few hours before the scheduled flight. Fly back to your home. Includes Domestic and International Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle Three-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at BB Plan as per itinerary Kathmandu City guided sightseeing in private vehicle Sightseeing Entrance fees Kathmandu to Lukla Flight Fare Chartered Helicopter from Gorakshep as per itinerary Three-time meals with lodge during trekking An experienced and well-trained trekking guide and porter in 2:1 ratio Guide and Porter s wages, accommodation and insurance during trekking Sagarmatha National park entrance Permit, Local taxes, TIMS and all other paperwork First Aid medical kit for trekkers and trekking crew member All government taxes, VAT and office service charge Excludes Food in Kathmandu except for breakfast Extra night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu because of any reason International flight fare, travel insurance and visa fee All types of personal expenses like phone call, laundry, bar bills, any types of beverage, hot shower in trekking area, etc Tipping for guide, porter, and driver All other costs which are not includes in cost includes part Accommodations You will get three-star category hotel for 2 nights with breakfast and best available teahouses during the trek. All accommodations are based on twin sharing and single supplement will be provided upon request with a USD 240 additional cost. We won t give guarantee single supplement during the trek but we will try our best. Meals during EBC Trek and Fly back by Helicopter Three times meals will be provided during trekking and one welcome/farewell dinner with breakfast is included in Kathmandu. The breakfast and dinner will be served in the guesthouses during trekking and lunch on the way. You will get one main course and tea/coffee/hot chocolate on Lunch and Dinner and buffet breakfast in the guesthouse. Nepalese, Tibetan and the common continental cuisines will be on the menu and you are free to choose that. 4

5 Physical Condition & Experience Requirements Everest Base Camp Trek and Fly Back by Helicopter is a moderate trek and it is suitable for enthusiastic hikers. The hiker must able to walk at least 5-6 hours per day with their light bag. In some days you need to walk 8-9 hours. You can see the detail in our itinerary. Hiking at higher altitude is more challenging than lower altitude; however, if you have good health with average physical fitness, optimistic towards hiking, strong strength of mind, you can finish this trek successfully. Technical skills and past experience are not required for this trek. However, jogging, simple exercising is highly recommended before 2 weeks if you have not previous hiking experience. If you have a heart problem, lung and blood diseases you need to consult with your doctor before this trek. Also, if you are elder or children, if you have poor physical fitness and still you want to trek to Everest Base Camp, you need to customize this trek. Please feel free to detail about you; we will provide customized trekking package for you and we will try our best to make your trek memorable and successful. Best Time for the trek to Everest Base Camp The best time for Everest Base Camp Trek and fly back by helicopter is autumn (September, October, and November) and spring (March, April, and May). These two seasons the weather is sunny and warm and high possibility to see the clear mountain with your fresh eyes. In high altitude, nights are clod in all season. In winter (December, January, and February) cold is the big issue for a trekker. Other parts are quite good. EBC Trek in summer (June, July, and August) or monsoon will be affected by rain; but this season trekking is best for a botanist. Everest Trekking routes are crowded in the autumn and summer; but during winter and summer, the trekking routes are not packed. Start dates and costs We can arrange this Everest Base Camp Trek and Fly back by Helicopter in the last minutes too but advance booking is highly recommended. The costs vary on the group size and the required service. So, please feel free to contact us for the start date and cost. Additional Information We are trying to give the proper information through this website. However, if you have additional queries, please feel free to call or us. You can talk with us at or and there are no time barriers to call at those numbers. 5