Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return

Kathmandu

Today, we will greet you at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu upon your arrival. Our representative will be standing outside your terminal holding a placard with your name on it. We will transfer you to your hotel where we will shortly discuss about the upcoming trek. There are no other planned activities for the day, so you can check into your hotel and enjoy your overnight stay there. If you have time however, you can roam around Kathmandu and enjoy the culture here in the heart of Nepal.

Lukla

Today, our day starts off with a quick transfer to the Kathmandu airport for a Lukla flight. The flight to Lukla is a lifetime experience in itself, as we will approach the majestic Everest Mountains. The Lukla airfield is at a high evaluation and the difference between the two ends of the runway is about 60 meters only. After reaching Lukla, we will trek to Phakding along a mellow, green landscape with the view of Kusum Kangraru.  After reaching Phakding, we will stay overnight at Yeti Mountain Homes, a premium deluxe hotel in Phakding which offers luxurious accommodations for its visitors.

Today, our day will begin with a soft uphill climb following the Dudh Koshi river, ascending through lush pine and cedar forests, to the bustling village of Namche. Namche is a historic trading post where Nepalese and Tibetan traders exchanged food and textiles. Namche is an excellent location to shop for souvenirs and learn about the history of Everest. We will spend two days at Namche for acclimatization, visit local markets and spend time with the team. During the hike to Namche, you will also witness first glimpses of Everest and its neighboring peaks. We will spend the night today at Yeti Mountain Homes, a luxury hotel in the Everest region.

weak up early in the morning and after breakfast hike to Everest View Point hotel( 3880m) for the beautiful view of Mt. Everest( 8848m). Explore around and Back to Namche . whole course of walking is around 3-4 hrs. After lunch explore Namche Bazar.

After a light breakfast in Namche, we will follow the trail towards Debuche. The path today is quite pleasant, as we will go through lush rhododendron forests and charming Sherpa villages which provide glimpses of local culture. Along the way, we will traverse suspension bridges over roaring rivers and relish panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. After ascending and descending undulating terrain, we will reach the serene village of Debuche, home to an ancient monastery, where we will stay for the night.

Today, get ready for a long trek to Dingboche. We recommend that you wake up early on this day to watch the sun rise over the beautiful Ama Dablam, as it is extraordinary, and you will be left in awe. After having a meal, the day walking will begin, and we will move north from Tengboche village.

After crossing a suspension bridge over the Imja Khola, the trail continues beside the hamlet of Pangboche village. From here on, the route becomes much narrower. The next village is Orsho, and here, we will take the lower route towards the bank of Imja Khola. There are many mani-walls, prayer flags, and chortens just before you arrive in Dingboche. Situated at 4,410 meters above sea level, Dingboche marks one of Khumbu’s highest Sherpa settlements. Hence, most trekkers begin to feel the effects of the high altitude at this point of the trek. Be sure to keep your body warm and stay hydrated to reduce the risk of falling ill.

Highlights of the day

• Cross the thrilling suspension bridge over Dudh Koshi River
• Walk past well-decorated mani-walls and chortens
• Close-up view of Ama Dablam — considered the most beautiful mountain in the world

This day begins with a gradual ascend towards Thukla. Here, you will notice a change in scenery as your surrounding starts becoming bare and desolate, with only alpine scrubs surrounding the trail. After some time, the trail becomes somewhat strenuous, with a steep uphill over the moraine of Khumbu Glacier.

Upon climbing the steep ridge, we will arrive at the summit of Thukla Pass. Here, there is an area where you will see many stone shrines dedicated to fallen climbers. Following this pass, we will walk through grassy valleys and rocky terrain to arrive at Lobuche.

This village consists only of teahouses, with no permanent settlements here. It lies in a narrow meadow sandwiched between Lobuche Peak and Khumbu Glacier. You will be able to enjoy the incredible sight of Taboche and Nuptse soaring above the teahouse. In the evening, you may choose to take a short hike to the narrow gap of the moraine and the mountain wall to see the Khumbu Glacier.

Highlights of the day

• Breathtaking view of Ama Dablam, Taboche, and Cholatse
• Close-up view of Nuptse and Taboche
• Look over the marvelous Khumbu Glacier

After having breakfast in Lobuche, we will begin walking on a rough and rocky trail towards Gorak Shep. However, despite the rough trail, you will be able to enjoy views of Nuptse, Pumori, and other mountains. It takes a few hours on this challenging trail before you will arrive in Gorakshep.

We will have a little time to rest and leave your backpack before getting back to walking towards your destination: the Everest Base Camp. Along the way, we will see several small streams and glacial moraines, and you will be walking alongside the Khumbu Glacier. The Khumbu Glacier is similar to a lunar landscape: gray boulders, ice formations, and small craters. It will take about two hours before we will be standing at the foothills of the world’s highest mountain — Mount Everest. Upon reaching Everest Base Camp, you can celebrate your achievement with your trekking guide and team members.

From the base camp, we will have a marvelous sight of Khumbu Icefall, Khumbu Glacier, Nuptse, Pumori, Khumbutse, and a little bit of Everest. After celebrating and enjoying the well-deserved view, we will head back to the barren terrain of Gorakshep for an overnight stay.

Highlights of the day

• Excursion to the Everest Base Camp
• Opportunity to stand at the shore of the world’s highest mountain
• Close-up view of Nuptse, Pumori, Khumbu Icefall, and Khumbutse.

The day today starts before sunrise to hike up to the landmark of Kala Patthar. While the trail is not long, it is steep, rocky, and very challenging. Located at 5,545 meters, Kala Patthar is the highest elevation of this trek. From the summit, we will be able to enjoy the sunrise over the Himalayas, with a 360-degree view of the highest peaks in the world including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Pumori, and more.

After taking in the sunrise, we will retrace to Gorakshep where will be be lifted by helicopter back to Lukla.

This is the final day of 0ur trek. Early in the morning, while the weather is good, we will board a flight back to Kathmandu. Make sure to enjoy one last view of the incredible region as you fly to the city. After a short 30-minute flight, we will arrive in Kathmandu where we will transferr you back to your hotel.

You are then free to rest or wander around Thamel to purchase souvenirs for your friends and family back home. There are also plenty of restaurants to choose from in this part of the city, serving everything from local to international cuisines. After your time in the mountains, you will be sure to find something to enjoy for dinner. If you have extra days to spare, we can recommend you to other tours and activities too!

Highlights of the day

• Incredible flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
• Enjoy the breathtaking sight of the mountains and surrounding landscapes
• Farewell dinner in the evening