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Everest Base Camp Fly Back By Helicopter - 12 Days

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Everest Base Camp Fly Back By Helicopter - 12 Days

12 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Visiting: Kathmandu, Phakding, Namche Bazar, Tyangboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Everest Base Camp

Tour operator:

Alpine Club of Himalaya

Tour code:

Recommended For:

Family-Kids, Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 80

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

10-80

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

From: $3199 $3047 Travel Club discount: -$152

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Following the footsteps of Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay we take a thrilling steady climb of 2800 m / 9187 ft to 5545 m / 18193 ft from Lukla to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patar (5545 m), a viewpoint recognized as the best vantage point to see Mount Everest.

Highlights

Sightseeing by Helicopter
Top of the Everest
Panoramic View

Places You'll See

Everest Base Camp Fly Back By Helicopter - 12 Days

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive In Kathmandu (1350M/4428Ft)

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel, Alpine Hotel or Similar Hotel in Kathmandu

Meals Included: Dinner

Upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be greeted by a representative of Alpine Club of Himalaya who will drop you off at our hotel. Check-in, freshen up and take a rest. In the evening a welcome dinner will be hosted by Alpine Club of Himalaya. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 2 : Fly To Lukla, Trek To Phakding (2651M/8700Ft) (40 Mins Flight; 3-4 Hrs Trek)

Location: Phakding

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic guest house during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Take an early morning flight to Lukla by a Twin Otter plane, where all Everest treks begin. Meet the rest of our team in Lukla and start trekking from there. Walk on a gradually descends trails to Cheplung village. From here, we get a glimpse of Mount Khumbila, a sacred mountain that has never been climbed. Then gradually descend until Phakding. Overnight in Phakding.
(Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3 : Phakding To Namche Bazaar (3438M/11,280 Ft) (5-6 Hrs)

Location: Namche Bazar

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House duding the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Our trail passes through a pine forest and continue our walk on the trail that goes up north through the Benkar Valley. Cross Dudh Koshi River and pass Chumoa and Monjo villages before reaching the entrance of the Everest National Park. After entering the park, ascend on a steep trail with amazing views. Ascending further, will reach Namche Bazaar, the biggest town in the Everest region. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
(Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4 : Namche Bazaar For Acclimatization

Location: Namche Bazar

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic guest house during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Spending one more day in Namche Bazaar will help us get used to the high altitude and thinning oxygen. Tour the primary town of the Everest or Khumbu region which has government offices, ATMs, internet cafes, shops, restaurants, and a colourful market. You can hike-up to Sagarmatha National Park and enjoy the sunrise over the Himalayas including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde and so on. If we are interested in a day hike, can try trek to Khumjung village. Today will also visit the Hillary School and a monastery which houses a yeti scalp. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
(Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5 : Namche Bazaar To Tengboche (3870M/12,694Ft) (5-6 Hrs)

Location: Tyangboche

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic guest house during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today’s trek includes the famous descent to the Dudh-Koshi River and the equally famous ascent along with the rhododendron forests to Tengboche. While descending to Dudh Kish River, enjoy the views of mountain tops like Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde, and so on. Upon reaching Tengboche, will visit Tengboche monastery, the largest monastery in the region, and be amazed by the views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and other peaks. Overnight in Tengboche.
(Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 6 : Tengboche To Dingboche (4360 M/14,300 Ft) (5-6 Hrs)

Location: Dingboche

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic guest house during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today descend and trek through forests filled with a variety of lush trees such as birch, conifers and rhododendrons. This journey again filled with tremendous views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. The picturesque trail dips down to Devuche, cross the Imja River and takes us to Pangboche. The upper Pangboche trails will be more rewarding with a more pristine view of the Himalayas and the Pangboche Monastery. Moves ahead towards the Imja Valley, Lobuche River and ultimately begins climbing up to Dingboche. Overnight at Dingboche.
(Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 7 : Dingboche For Acclimatization

Location: Dingboche

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Dingboche is a famous stop for trekkers and climbers headed to Mount Everest, Ama Dablam or Imja Tse. The village is beautiful with an array of fields enclosed by stone walls to protect barley, buckwheat, and potatoes from the cold wind and animals. Spend a day here for acclimatization. You can take day hikes to either Nagarjun Hill or Chukhung Valley for great views of Makalu, Lhotse, Chalotse, Tawache, and Ama Dablam.
(Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 8 : Dingboche To Lobuche (4940 M/16,207 Ft) (5-6 Hrs)

Location: Lobuche

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today’s trek starts with a gradual climb to Duglha at the end of the terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. From here, 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 times Everest submitter Babu Chiri Sherpa (Nepali mountain guide) who perished on a mission to climb Everest. Next, continue trek to the Khumbu Glacier moraine and find yourself facing several great peaks including Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori, and Mahalangur Himal. The trail then eases off as we follow the valley to Lobuche. Overnight in Lobuche.
(Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 9 : Lobuche To Gorakshep (5170 M/16,961Ft), Visit Everest Base Camp (5364 M/17,594 Ft) (6-7 Hrs)

Location: Everest Base Camp

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Take the trail to Everest Base Camp through the once vast Gorakshep Lake. Continue straight ahead, will come across the Indian army mountaineers’ memorials. The path from here can be misleading. Therefore, it is important to follow our lead Sherpa diligently. The walk is strenuous due to the thin air at the high altitude. Pass through rocky dunes, moraine, and streams before reaching the Base Camp. Upon reaching, we can see tents of mountaineers that stand out in bright colors against the monotony of earthy surroundings (especially in the spring). Nuptse, Khumbuste, and Pumori are the mountains we can view from the base camp. Get back to Gorakshep for a good night’s rest. Overnight in Gorakshep.

Day 10 : Gorakshep To Kalapatthar, Back To Gorakshep, Fly To Lukla By Helicopter (3-4 Hrs Trek)

Location: Tenzing Hillary Airport

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Prepare for an early morning departure amid pre-dawn darkness and cold temperatures (-10 to -14 degrees Celsius). Moreover, there is always the potential for chilly winds which are quite common. Familiar peaks such as Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Changtse tower are seen to the east even as Everest begins to reveal itself. Upon reaching Kalapatthar (5545-meter) that we get to see 360 degree up-close and formidable views of Mount Everest. Take nothing but pictures, and enjoy the magnificent mountain panorama. After that, return back to Gorakshep for a good night’s rest.
Those who visit Everest Base Camp today will have an early breakfast to start early as the hike takes longer than the hike at Kalapatthar. Descend down to Gorakshep and take a helicopter ride to Lukla. Fly over the serene waters of the Gokyo Lake which holds deep cultural significance for the Nepalese. After captivating the lake’s tremendous beauty, continue our helicopter ride to Lukla. Overnight in Lukla.
(Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 11 : Fly To Kathmandu

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel, Alpine Hotel or Similar Hotel in Kathmandu

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Catch an early flight to Kathmandu after our long mountain journey. After reaching Kathmandu, you can take a rest or do some souvenir shopping. If we want to explore any other areas of Kathmandu, we can do it today. Our guides can help you with both souvenir shopping or sightseeing. There will be a farewell dinner in the evening by the Alpine Club of Himalaya to celebrate the successful completion of our journey. Overnight in Kathmandu.
(Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 12 : Final Departure: Home Sweet Home

Location: Kathmandu

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your Everest adventure in Nepal ends today. A representative from Alpine Club of Himalaya will drop you at the Tribhuvan International Airport a few hours before the scheduled flight.

What's Included

All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Entrance Fees

Entrance fees to Everest Region and Trekking Permit
Meals – Full Board

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with one cup of tea or coffee only
Accommodation
Airport Transfers at Destination
Fully Guided
Drinks with Meals

only tea of coffee , just a cup
Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation

Wifi in Kahtmandu Hotel only

What's Not Included

Tipping and Gratuities
Train Tickets
1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Country Entry Visas
International Travel
Local Taxes

Check out our Q&As

Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

No
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

yes
Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

No
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

yes
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

yes

What is the tipping policy?

tippling at the end of the trip
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

yes
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

no
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

3* accommodaton in Kathmnadu, could be alpine hotel and apartment
What is the maximum group size?

50
Are flights included in this tour?

Domestic flight includes
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

yes
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

still can operate
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

only in Kathmandu.
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

must be fit.
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

3* hotel in Kathmandu
Company Instant Book

Yes
What currencies are required for this tour?

Any currency
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

no
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

yes
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

yes
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

no

Reviews of this operator

Sabita Khanal (Google Reviewer)

Alpine Club of Himalaya is...

23-May-2023

Alpine Club of Himalaya is the best corporate travel agent I have ever worked with in Nepal. From a customer experience perspective, their service is superlative. I had done my Gokyo Lake Trek last week, and they are the most responsive agent they made every transaction 100% hassle-free. Highly Recommended ACH.

Kwang Nam Kim (Google Reviewer)

Just returned to Seoul after...

14-Apr-2023

Just returned to Seoul after 14day Annapurna sanctuary trek. The trekking was fantastic and Sujan well organized everything for us and we could enjoy the trekking. It was once in a life time experience for me and Sujan arranged experienced sherpa and porter who made our trekking more enjoyable. I am 70 and worried about this challenging trekking and Sujan said to me that “age is only a number” and he helped me to do this trekking. Sujan is a really professional who can make the trekking more enjoyable and safe. I found that his main concern was customers’ safety and satisfaction. I definitely return to Nepal for next trip and thanks Sujan and Pasang our sherpa.

NM Widjaja (Google Reviewer)

My experience exploring the Himalayan...

13-Jun-2024

My experience exploring the Himalayan Mountains, especially ABC (Annapurna Base camp) with one of the well-known and trusted Travel Companies in Nepal, namely the Alpine Club of Himalaya Nepal, was truly an unforgettable experience, friendly service, Professional Services, qualified and experienced guides, for the next trip I will stay will be with the Alpine Club of Himalaya Nepal. Always success.... Thank you

Mario Gunawan (Mario) (Google Reviewer)

what a great journey.. great...

26-May-2024

what a great journey.. great experience.. mr. Sujan is very friendly and very welcoming.. from the moment we arrived to the last day it was perfect..in love in nepal.. extraordinary journey into the world of culture and natural beauty.. thanks alpine..great service…i will come back for another trip soon..

Angela Treble (Google Reviewer)

We recently trekked the Manaslu...

28-Oct-2024

We recently trekked the Manaslu circuit over 11 days with Alpine Club of Himalaya. Pemba and Karma were excellent as guide and porter, respectively. This is the second time we have used Alpine Club of Himalaya and loved our experience again. The first trek was the Annapurna Circuit Trek and included experiencing Dashain during the trek. This recent trek we experienced Tibetan culture. Sujan is an excellent host, responsive, and attends to fine details. He and the team care about your well being and treat you like family. We look forward to using them again on our next trip! 🙏

Christine Blice-Baum (Google Reviewer)

We highly recommend the Alpine...

01-Oct-2024

We highly recommend the Alpine Club of Himalaya and owner Sujan! We received 5-star customer service on our recent trip to Lumbini. Because of the heavy rains Sujan monitored our travel thorought the trip. Thank you!

Jolien van der Vaart (Google Reviewer)

The trip was amazing, well...

23-Oct-2023

The trip was amazing, well worth taking. It was very well organised, the company even provided sleeping bags and duffel jackets which came in handy when it snowed at basecamp. Our guide and porter were knowledgeable and friendly, we were in excellent hands with them. If you’re considering a trek that isn’t too long but has excellent views nonetheless, go on this one.

Lara Yael (Google Reviewer)

My dad and I took...

04-Apr-2024

My dad and I took a trip to Gokyo Valley (Gokyo Ri) with Sujan’s company, and we enjoyed every minute of it. He always replied incredibly fast and had an answer to all our countless questions. We felt very welcome when we arrived in Nepal; from the nice little welcome gift to the dinner together on our first evening, it was all very well organized and enjoyable. We were very grateful for their flexibility, as we changed our plans from EBC to Gokyo on fairly short notice, and it was no problem at all. Overall, we will definitely recommend the company to friends and family. The price-value ratio is absolutely fair, and all the people we were in touch with, like our guide, porter, and Sujan, were incredibly friendly and took good care of us. Thank you so much for all these amazing memories we will take back home!

Sreedevi Nair (Google Reviewer)

An accidental item sparked a...

23-May-2023

An accidental item sparked a desire to make an old dream a reality. Some YouTube videos and Google insights give me hope. I decided to give it a try and started from scratch. I set course to Nepal from Mumbai on March 24th 2023. Alpine club was the doorway to walk from my dream to a reality. The team was exceptionally good with planning. The best part is they are always there to help when you need it but they are not pampering or pulling you to be in the line you are free to explore on your own. They give you information about everything you need to know. From the beginning of the trip the excitement was great.. There were old geysers from all over the world with incredible stories.. there were youngsters with their dashing and brisk moves.. there were middle aged crowds making the most from their limited days' vacations.. there where animals who were beaten pushed or guided to walk the trail with cargos.. there were monks walking with the same pace ignoring the uphill and downhill.. there were children who were running hopping or even dancing the path progressing towards the same destination.. The beauty of the journey was multiplied day by day so was the hardship.. from lush green to enchanting milky white the views were breathtaking; the altitude took the comment so seriously and eventually took the breath from a few! I started with walking an hour then resting for a few minutes to the end of the journey it was reversed to a minute of walk and rest till I am able to move..! I completed what I started with a real smile...

Yulyantoro Eko (Google Reviewer)

Amazing journey that fulfilled my...

10-May-2024

Amazing journey that fulfilled my wife's wish since childhood with tremendous views and excellenced services including transports, meals, lodges and etc sufficiently during trekking, especially the sherpa and porters that cud laughed and shared time together along the way. FYI, meal's portion too big for Indonesian people so we have to shared. Surely we wud like to join another amazing trip that offered in another chances.

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