EVEREST BASE CAMP HELI TREK
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Duration
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Price (USD)
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Elevation (m)
Overview
Our 9 days trek to Everest Base Camp and return by helicopter from Gorakshep to Lukla is perfect to explore the Khumbu region in a short time. We start our trek from Lukla after a short but stunning flight. During your trek, you will have an opportunity to trek through the most famous Sherpa land following the footsteps of Hillary to base camp. Everest base camp trek return by helicopter is once in a lifetime trekking holiday into the Everest regions includes the explorations of Sherpa capital Namche Bazaar, Sherpa village of Khunde with Hillary hospital as well as Khumjung village from where you have a wonderful view of Mt. Ama Dablam. On our way to the base camp of Everest, we also visit Tengboche Monastery and Pangboche monastery, which is the oldest monastery in these regions.
Everest base camps trek and fly by helicopter Gorakshep would be an ideal trip for those who have a short time. In the first part of the trek, we walk through green forests and various Sherpa villages and gradually hike to the world-famous monastery Tengboche and the picturesque upper Khumbu valley. As a highlight, you will visit the Mount Everest Base Camp and climb the 5550 m high Kala Pattar. From here you have an unbelievable view of the world’s tallest peak Everest and many snowier peaks! Finally, you will fly back to Lukla from Gorakshep by a scenic Helicopter ride. Experience one of the spectacular view of the Himalayas arriving straight to Lukla in 15 minutes. We spent our last night in Lukla from where you take our morning flight to Kathmandu.
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Itinerary
DAY 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel
Our trip to Nepal starts today. After checking your luggage and finishing the visa processes, you have to come outside the airport Terminal Gate where our guide and driver will be waiting. Please check our Company Name display board at the outside terminal gate. Upon our arrival at Kathmandu international airport, our Airport Representative guide will earnestly welcome you with Silk scarves or garlands as per Sherpa customs.
Private comfortable Vehicle will drop us off at the best luxury 5 Star hotel where we can take a rest. Check-in at Hotel, free welcome drinks tea/coffee, or any cold drinks/Juices. The company Manager will meet you as per your preferred time & will give you a briefing about the trip. In the evening we can enjoy a welcome dinner hosted by Sherpa Guide Services at the best authentic Nepali restaurant where you can experience the best Nepali food and cultural show.
DAY 02: Half Day sightseeing of Kathmandu city. Overnight Hotel
After a good night’s sleep and enjoying a hearty breakfast, we proceed for our tour of Swayambhunath (popularly known as Monkey Temple) “Swayambhu” means “self-created” and refers to the myth that the hill sprung up suddenly from a vast lake that once covered Kathmandu Valley. After this tour, we drive for a visit to the famous Boudhanath Stupa (said to be the largest in the world) and a significant center of Tibetan culture in Kathmandu. The stupa is designed to be like a giant mandala (a representation of the Buddhist cosmos).
After lunch, we return to our hotel to get refreshed then we process for necessary gear shopping & checking. We will help to check your essential gear for Packing. We will have an early supper and retire to bed, most probably. Since your flight will be in the early morning you have to get up early morning and get ready to go to the airport for the next day.
DAY 03: Fly to Lukla (2860m) and Trek to Phakding (2651m)
Approx. Time:35 Minute flights Trekking Distance:8km (3-4 hours) Highest Altitude: Lukla: 2,800m/9184ft & Phakding: 2,652m/8,698ft
We leave early in the morning for the airport and fly from Kathmandu to Lukla in about one hour (2,800 m, paved runway). There we are welcomed by our expert Sherpa team and start our 3-hour hike to Phakding (2,652 m). We descend for about 1.5 hours to the Kusum River (2,550 m) and then follow the Dudh Kosi (milk flow) on the east bank upstream about 1.5 hours to Phakding (2,650 m).
Walking slowly is a top priority because our body first has to get used to the thin air. The rest of the day is for rest and benefits our acclimatization. Our local Sherpa lodge is idyllically situated amidst a beautiful garden on a bend in the river. About after 3 hours, we reach Phakding where we spend our overnight in the teahouses that are run by Local Sherpa’s.
DAY 04: Trek to Namche 3,440 metres/ (11,286 ft)
Approx. Walking: 6-7 hours’ trek. Approx. Distance: 8.5 km Highest Altitude: Namche Bazaar 3,440m/11,283ft
In the morning we walk along the Dudh Kosi over Benkar (about 1 hour) to Monjo, through huge rhododendron forests, past also firs and magnolias. After another hour, we pass the police check-post at the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park in Jorsale. From Jorsale, the trail starts slightly uphill, over the Hillary suspension bridge over the Bhote Kosi and then up the good but steep path to the small trade center Namche Bazar the most important place in the Khumbu area.
DAY 05: Hike to Everest View hotel, Khunde Village & return to Namche.
Namche Bazaar is situated between two ridges amidst the enormous peaks of the Khumbu and has a variety of lodges, teashops, and souvenir shops as well. Its sophisticated position seems to be developed enough to meet western standards, even at remote mountain outposts like this. The enterprising Sherpa folks hereabouts have learned a lot from the big expeditions that have passed this way. Said to be the ‘Las Vegas of the Khumbu, Namche is just the place to spend a rest day, acclimatizing to the new altitude before setting off towards Tengboche.
After breakfast, our Sherpa guide will take you on an acclimatization hike up the slopes above the Everest views hotel. Constructed by the Japanese this stunningly located hotel with delightful views of Everest and Ama Dablam is a perfect place for a tea break. Continuing, we will also walk to the towns of Kunde and Khumjung set below Khumbila, the rocky peak sacred to all Sherpas.
In Kunde, we will visit the Edmund Hillary hospital, and if the time permits, we will also visit the monastery in Khumjung, where we can witness the only Yeti skull in the world paying a small amount of fee. Afterward, we will return to the lodge for a tea break during the afternoon at leisure, after which you may choose to explore the town. Enjoy a second cozy night at the Sherpa Lodge, with an evening briefing by your guide covering any necessary gear and the anticipated itinerary for the following days.
DAY 06: Trek to Deboche (3820m)
Max Height: (3,820m/ 12532 ft.) Trekking Distance: Approx. 10km (5-6 hours)
We walk over Mendaphu Hill and down a scenic hillside path to Sanasa. From here we choose the path down to the deep Imja Kosi gorge and after more than 2.5 hours hiking we arrive in the hamlet of Phunga Tengi (3,250 m). After a 2-hour ascent, we reach the crest of Tengboche (3,870 m). In clear weather, we enjoy the magnificent view of the ice giants in Khumbu until sunset. Above us are peaks such as Kongde Ri, Taboche, Mt Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kang Taiga and Thamserku. Maybe we have time to visit the monastery with its worth seeing gompa after the fire of 1989. A descend for about 20 minutes from Tengboche brings us to Deboche we spend our overnight.
DAY 07: Trek to Dingboche (4,410 M/14,470 ft)
Height: 4,400m/14,435ft Trekking Distance: Approx. 11km (6 hours)
We descend to the bridge over the Imja Kosi and then continue to Pangpoche village (3,930 m). In the village, characterized by ancient juniper trees, we can visit the oldest gompa in Khumbu, which is over 350 years old. In the afternoon, we follow the sloping path to the bridge over the Imja Kosi (4,135 m) and arrive after a short climb in Dingboche. This place is with 4.410 m the highest located, permanently (also in winter) populated village in the Khumbu area.
DAY 08: Acclimatisation day in Dingboche (Day hike to Nangkartshang Peak 5,100M/16733ft and Back
Max. Height: 5,100M/16733ft high (Hike to Nangkartshang Peak) Hiking Distance: Approx. 5 km (4-5 hours)
It is a day to pull up and rest without being lazy. We can walk around the village and get pally with the local Sherpa people with some exciting conversations. It will give us deep insights into the customs and cultures of the native Sherpa people in this region. At the same time, we can also delight in the landscapes that surround us, and we can also catch up on some reading.
Today our Expert Sherpa guide will take you for a lovely day trip to approximately 5,100M/16733ft high Peak for good acclimatization. We hike from the ridge on the north behind the Village to Nagarjuna peak (5,100 m).
From Top of the Peak, We can experience the spectacular views of the world's tallest mountains, Mt Lhotse, Mt Makalu, and Mt Cho Yu as well as Cholatse (6440 m/21,126 ft) and Taboche (6542 m/ 21,463 ft) on the west
DAY 09: Hike from Dingboche via Duglha to Lobuche (4,940 metres (16,210 ft)
Height: 4,900m/16,076ft Hiking Distance: 11-12 km
From here on forth, the trek will become more interesting due to the high elevation. By trekking steep to the top of a high hill, we will pass Dughla (Thukla). Before reaching Dughla, we hike through a wide pass, which has a much-needed change from walking in a straight line. From Dughla, we climb up a steep trail to Chupki Lhara, where we find an array of stones with prayer flags used as memorials to Scott Fischer (American mountaineer) and 10-time Everest submitter Babu Chiri Sherpa (Nepali mountain guide) who perished on a mission to climb Everest. Next, we continue to the Khumbu Glacier moraine and find ourselves facing several great peaks - Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori, and Mahalangur Himal. The trail then eases off as we follow the valley to Lobuche. Overnight in Lobuche.
DAY 10: Trek to Gorakshepe (5,170m). Trek Everest Base Camp (5,364m) & Back to Gorakshep.
Height: Gorakshep: 5180m/16,994ft & Everest Base Camp: 5364m/17598 Trekking Distance: 15 Km
Climbing and descending several times over the end moraine of the Changri Nup glacier, we master the exhausting approach (about three hours) to the high alp Gorak Shep (5,160 m), where we will spend the night in a lodge. Since we sleep here at the highest point of this journey, we must pay particular attention to slowly ascending and drinking enough water. After a break, we continue into the valley over the rubble-covered glacier and reach the base camp of Mt. Everest (5,364 m) about three hours later. During the expedition season, many of the groups are settled here in their respective camps awaiting their climb to the highest mountain in the world. You can even interact with some of them. It will take approximately 2.5 -3hours to reach Everest Base Camp from Gorakshep. After taking photographs and enjoying the moment, we head back towards Gorakshep for the overnight.
DAY 11: Climb to Kala Patthar & fly back to Lukla by Helicopter then same day fly back to Kathmandu
Altitude: 5,545m/18,192ft (Kalapathar) Heli Flight to Lukla: Approx. 15-20 Minute Lukla to Kathmandu Flight: 30 Minute
For the summit day to the Kala Pattar ("black mountain"), you have to get up early, and you will already see the route to the panorama summit of the 5,643 m high Kala Pattar (about two hours). Pyramid (about 10 km as the crow flies!) And the Nuptse ridge, but also the deep view of the ice world of the Changri and Khumbu glaciers with the area of the base camp in the distance. A strong wind blows on top of the top of this Vorberg After enjoying incredible views of the Himalayas then we go back to Gorak Shep for breakfast. Descent from Kalapatthar is easy, just a quick straight down walks to. We have our breakfast at Ghrakshep from where we fly back to Lukla in helicopter arriving in Lukla in 15 minutes where we take a regular flight back to Kathmandu the same day.
DAY 12: Final Departure from Kathamndu to Home
Depending upon your flight time, you will be transferred from Hotel to the airport. The airport time is 2-3 hours prior to departure time and the hotel checkout time is 12:00PM. In case you are flying late evening and require a half-day use of the hotel, you can let us know in order to confirm the room for you.