Have the most magnificent helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Glacier and Kalapatthar in lower altitude as much as possible in this heli trek.

  • Duration: 8 Days
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Region: Annapurna Region
  • Activity: Nepal Trekking
  • Max. Altitude: 5,555 m
  • Best Season: Mar-May, Sep-Nov
  • Start/End Point: Kathmandu
  • Group Size: 4 People

Trek Highlights

  • Watching the world’s highest Mount Everest (8,848.86 m) & other Himalayan giants.
  • Captivating aerial views of the Himalayas en-route to Lukla.
  • Trekking in the famed Everest region.
  • Namche Bazaar, an entrance, and a cultural hub to the Everest region.
  • Immerse in the lively culture and tradition of the Sherpa community.
  • Magnificent helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Glacier and Kalapatthar.
  • Get a glimpse of the Khumbu glacier and Khumbu icefall.

Overview

What better way to see Mt Everest than on a helicopter ride? Everest Base Camp Heli Trek offers you a chance to trek in the famed Everest region but only for a few days in lower altitudes.

This means the trek isn’t challenging and anyone can sign up for this. And the main twist or attraction of this trip is, a helicopter will pick you up from Namche Bazaar and take you to Everest over Khumbu Valley and Glacier, Everest Base Camp, and Kala Patthar.

Perhaps, this trek is the finest blend of hiking and Helicopter tour in the Everest Region. The tiring long day walks to Everest are replaced by a comfortable ride on a helicopter that offers you bird’s eye views of the Everest region and an up-close view of the Himalayan giants.

Similarly, your journey to Everest base Camp Heli Trek starts with the most thrilling flight to Lukla from Kathmandu or Manthali. After arriving at Lukla you’ll be hiking through the intriguing Sherpa Hamlets with a stunning view of the mountains.

Likewise, you’ll be welcomed with the panoramic view of the majestic Kongde Ri, Thamserku, Kusum Khangaru, etc at Namche Bazaar. As per the schedule, we will spend one more day in Namche Bazaar for acclimatization. On this day we’ll have a short hike to Thame village and head back.

Thame Village is the homeland of most of the Sherpa mountaineers for example Ang Rita Sherpa. It is situated on the Tibetan border and was formerly used as the salt trade route between Nepal and Tibet.

Your picturesque helicopter ride from Namche to Everest Base Camp will finally take place on the sixth day. This is the most exciting and fascinating adventure in the entire trip. You’ll be flying over Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Glacier, and Kalapatthar.

Additionally, you’ll enjoy some of the most breathtaking views of mountains like Mount Everest, Mount Ama Dablam, Mount Thamserku, Mount Lhotse, Mount Nuptse, and many others.

After the most thrilling adventure, your heli ride stops at Lukla and likewise, we’ll head toward Kathmandu.

Itinerary

Have the most magnificent helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Glacier and Kalapatthar in lower altitude as much as possible in this heli trek

Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu (1,400 m) and transfer to hotel. Overnight at a  3-star hotel.
Flight to Lukla (2,840 m) from Kathmandu – 35 minutes or drive to Manthali/Ramechhap (474 m) by shared tourist vehicle – 5 to 6 hours and a 20 minutes flight to Lukla, and then trek to Phakding (2,610 m) – 3 to 4 hours. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Price Includes

  • All (international and domestic) airport transfers on a tourist vehicle
  • Twin-sharing/double accommodation in a 3-star hotel for 2 nights in Kathmandu including breakfast (Private room accommodation can be organized at an extra cost)
  • Twin-sharing guest house accommodation during the trek for 5 nights in the Everest Region with attached toilets in Lukla, Phakding & Namche

Price Excludes

  • Meals (lunch and dinner) in Kathmandu
  • International flight fare and airport departure tax
  • Any beverages including bottled and boiled water

Essential Information

Here is a list of what you might want to pack for the Everest base camp Heli trek. Please take this as a starting point. You’ll need layers of warmer clothing during the winter. We provide a 75 liter duffel bag for you to use for the trek. It will be given to you during your pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu. The duffle bag is yours to keep. Also, you can rent sleeping bag and down jacket with us at the additional fee of USD 35 for each once you are in Kathmandu.

General

  • Four-season (zero degree) sleeping bag (We have rental sleeping bags available for an additional USD 35)
  • Puffy down jacket (We have rental jackets available for an additional USD 35)
  • Daypack (35-45 liters recommended) with rain cover
  • Sleeping bag liner

Upper Body

  • Sun hat or cap (We’ll provide you with a free Ace the Himalaya baseball cap.)
  • Knitted hat/Beanie
  • Scarf or neck gaiter
  • Headlamp
  • Sunglasses

Torso

  • Technical fabric base layer (light for warmer months, heavy for colder months)
  • Technical fabric short (2) and long sleeve (2) shirts
  • Waterproof, windproof shell
  • Fleece jacket or pullover

Lower Body

  • Technical fabric base layer (light for warmer months, heavy for colder months)
  • Hiking pants (2)
  • Comfortable pants for inside the teahouses
  • Waterproof/windproof outer shell pants
  • Hiking shorts

Hands

  • Wool or technical fabric liner gloves
  • Hard-shell outer gloves (insulated for colder months)

Feet

  • Wool or technical fabric warm socks
  • Hiking socks
  • Liner socks (optional such as silk)
  • Trekking/hiking boots (waterproof recommended)
  • Ice Cleats /Micro Spikes (For trekking from November to March, it’s recommended to include Ice Cleats/ Micro Spikes to prevent slipping on icy or wet surfaces.)
  • Casual shoes
  • Gaiters (lightweight for dust or heavy for snow in colder months)

Undergarments

Note: The quantity of each article of clothing can be adjusted to suit the preferences of each participant.

  • Technical fabric/quick drying is best for underwear (opportunities to launder during the trip)
  • Sports bras (women)
  • Pajamas or sleeping clothes

First Aid Kits and Medications

  • (Note: Guides carry medications and first aid kits during the trip. However, personal kits and medications are highly recommended.)
  • Sunscreen
  • Lip balm
  • ointment

Other Essentials

  • Passport
  • Extra copies of passport-sized photos
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Toiletry kits
  • Water purification tablets or UV water purifier (if you plan to treat water)
  • Hydration bladder
  • Towel
  • Pillowcase
  • Toilet paper (2 rolls)
  • High protein snacks (such as protein bars or nuts)
  • Waterproof/dry bags for carrying important documents and money
  • Airline tickets (Please leave a copy at our office in Kathmandu. This can be useful if there is a change in the date of the flight.)

Optional

Once in Nepal, if you have the time, you can purchase supplies and gear for hiking. Thamel, Kathmandu’s tourist hub, is home to many shops where you can get a variety of reasonably priced trekking equipment.

  • Power bank or extra batteries
  • Cameras and mobile phone
  • Cards/book
  • Pee bottle/ pee funnel for women
  • Trekking poles
  • Whistle
  • Thermos for hot water

Important Information

  • We give you a free duffel bag and baseball cap during your pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu. The duffel bag will be used to pack your trekking supplies.
  • For every two participants, we assign one porter. The duffel bag, which should weigh around10 kg/22 lbs, will be carried by the porter throughout the walk.
  • To carry your daily necessities like cash, crucial papers, a water bottle or bladder, a camera, toiletries, sunscreen, a notebook, clothing, etc., you must have your own daypack (with a waterproof cover).
  • You can store your luggage (non- trekking items) at the hotel in Kathmandu.
  • Total luggage allotment allowance for Kathmandu-Lukla flight is 15 Kg/33 lbs including both duffel (10 Kg/22 lbs.) and backpack (5Kg/11 lbs.)
  • Down jacket with a hood is a must for altitudes above 4,000 m to keep warm. You can rent a down jacket for USD 35. Please note that in case of loss or damage, you need to reimburse the cost of USD 100 per item.
  • You can rent a 4-season sleeping bag for USD 35. Please note that in case of loss or damage, you need to reimburse the cost of USD 100 per item.

Note: Some clothing, especially form-fitting, figure-hugging items made of elastic material (like yoga pants), may offend locals. Therefore, if you choose to wear these clothes for comfort, please make sure to wear something over them.

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