Everest Base Camp Heli Return Trek
- 288 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
The Everest Base Camp Heli Return Trek is a thrilling 12-day adventure designed for those who want to experience the challenge of trekking to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and return in comfort via a scenic helicopter ride from Gorak Shep to Lukla. The journey takes you through iconic Sherpa villages, ancient monasteries, and breathtaking landscapes, culminating in a sunrise hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m) for stunning views of Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse. This trek is ideal for those with limited time who want to maximize their Himalayan experience. However, the package excludes international airfare, Nepal visa fees, travel and rescue insurance, and tips for guides, porters, and drivers. With the perfect blend of adventure and convenience, this trek offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the majesty of the Everest region while skipping the strenuous return trek.
Inclusions
What's included
- Farewell dinner at the end of the trek.
- Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu (including Breakfast)
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Sagarmatha National Park permit and TIMS card.
- Domestic flight (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu).
- Airport transfers in Kathmandu.
- All government taxes and service charges.
- First aid medical kit.
- Porter service (1 porter for 2 trekkers).
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek.
- Full board Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the trek.
- Duffel bag and sleeping bag for trekking (Should be returned after trek completion).
- An experienced, English-speaking, government-licensed trekking guide.
- Helicopter return from Gorak Shep to Lukla.
What's not
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, etc.).
- Alcoholic drinks, bottled water, and beverages.
- International airfare and Nepal visa fees.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Tips for guides, porters, and drivers.
- Any other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- The person that will meet up the travelers is holding a card with the Traveler's name.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 40 travellers
- Operated by
- Mount Elegance Treks and Expedition
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Kathmandu
- Its from-price is 222% above the median of the 2812 experiences we list in Kathmandu.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1281 of 2812.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kathmandu
Kathmandu is Nepal's ancient, colourful capital, a valley city of temples, stupas and royal squares and the gateway to the Himalaya.
Kathmandu Durbar Square, the old royal square, is crowded with pagoda-roofed temples and palaces, and nearby lives the Kumari, the city's living child goddess. Thamel, the travellers' quarter, is a tangle of lanes selling trekking gear, prayer flags and handicrafts, busy with cafés and rooftop restaurants.
Top-ranked sights in Kathmandu: Namche Bazaar, Pashupatinath, Kathmandu Durbar Square (Basantapur).
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