Mount Everest Heli Trek
Overview:
Mt. Everest has long been the stuff of dreams, inspiring adventurers to envision everything from climbing its towering summit to simply savoring its awe-inspiring beauty with a backpack and camera in hand. From the audacious climbers who scale its towering heights to those yearning for a glimpse of its grandeur, the Everest region offers an unparalleled invitation to immerse oneself in the splendor of the Himalayas. For those seeking the thrill of the Himalayas without the extreme climb, the Mt. Everest Heli Trek offers a perfect balance of exploration, cultural immersion, and stunning vistas. The Mt. Everest Heli Trek is an experience crafted for those who wish to savor the magic of these high mountains without venturing into their most arduous reaches. With a backpack slung over your shoulder and a camera poised to capture unforgettable moments, this trek is your gateway to the world’s loftiest peaks, adorned in glistening snow.
Tour Highlights
- Breathtaking Himalayan Views
- Authentic Sherpa Culture
- Spectacular Mountain Flight
- World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu
Tour Facts
- Total Duration : 14 Nights/ 15 Days
- Trek Duration : 11 Days
- Max. Elevation : 5,549 m/18,991ft
- Trip Grading : Moderate to Strenous
- Trek Style : Lodge-to-Lodge
- Suggested Season : February to May, October-December
- Trek Starts/Ends : Lukla
- Accommodation: 5 Nights in Hotels on Bed and Breakfast and 11 Nights in Guesthouses with breakfast, lunch and dinner
Everest Heli Trek: Itinerary Outline
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
- Hotel Transfer
- Overnight in Kathmandu
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 02: Explore Cultural Heritage of Kathmandu
- Explore World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Cultural City:
- Bhaktapur Durbar Square
- Pashupatinath
- Boudhanath
- Overnight in Kathmandu
- Trek Briefing and Preparation
- Overnight in Kathmandu
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 03: Heli Flight to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2,620m/8,593ft)
- Heli Flight Kathmandu-Lukla (40-45 minutes)
- Trek Lukla- Phakding
- Overnight in Phakding
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: BLD
- Trek Distance: 7.8km
- Duration: 4 hours
- Elevation Change: Up Hill- 240m / Down Hill- 398m
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,420m/11,218ft)
- Trek Phakding-Namche Bazaar
- Overnight in Namche Bazar
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: BLD
- Trek Distance: 10.4km
- Duration: 6 hours
- Elevation Change: Up Hill- 1,303m / Down Hill- 310m
Day 05: Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar (Rest Day)
- Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
- Explore Namche Bazaar
- Overnight in Namche Bazar
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Trek Distance: 1.6km
- Duration: 1 hour
- Elevation Change: Up Hill- 500m / Down Hil- 500m
Day 06: Trek to Khumjung (3,790m/12,431ft)
- Explore Khunde Village
- Explore Sherpa culture and Developmental Activities
- Overnight in Khumjung
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Trek Distance: 2.9km
- Duration: 4 hours
- Elevation Change: Up Hill- 450m / Down Hill- 96m
Day 07: Trek to Pangboche Visiting Tengboche Monastery (3,985m/13,074ft)
- Trek Khumjung-Tengboche-Pangboche
- Sherpa Cultural Exploration
- Historic Himalayan Monastery Excursion
- Overnight in Pangboche
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Trek Distance: 6km
- Duration: 7 hours
- Elevation Change: Up Hill- 532m / Down Hill- 447m
Day 08: Day Excursion to Ama Dablam Base Camp and Return to Pangboche
- Excursion Trek to Ama Dablam Base Camp
- High Altitude Experience
- Overnight in Pangboche
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Trek Distance: 6km
- Duration: 5 hours
- Elevation Change: Up Hill- 720m / Down Hill- 720m
Day 09: Trek to Dingboche (4,360m/14,301ft)
- Trek Pangboche-Dingboche
- Overnight in Dingboche
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Trek Distance: 6.96km
- Duration: 4-5 hours
- Elevation Change: Up Hill 425m
Day 10: Trek to Lobuche (4,940m/16,203ft)
- Trek Dingboche-Lobuche
- View Taboche, Cholatse Peaks
- Overnight in Lobuche
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Trek Distance: 7.7km
- Duration: 4 hours
- Elevation Change: Up Hill- 647m / Down Hill- 81m
Day 11: Trek to Gorak Shep (5,147m/16,882ft)
- Trek Lobuche- Gorak Shep
- Panoramic View of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, and Pumori
- Overnight in Gorak Shep
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Trek Distance: 4.3km
- Duration: 4 hours
- Elevation Change: Up Hill- 200m / Down Hill
Day 12: Trek to Kala Patthar (5,550m/18,204ft) and Return to Lobuche
- Trek Gorak Shep- Kalla Patthar
- Return to Lobuche
- Overnight in Lobuche
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Trek Distance: 3.7km
- Duration: 3 hours
- Elevation Change: Up Hill- 441m / Down Hill- 441m
Day 13: Trek to Pangboche (3,930m/14,038ft)
- Trek Lobuche-Pangboche
- Overnight in Pangboche
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Trek Distance: 10.6km
- Duration: 6 hours
- Elevation Change: Up Hill- 591m / Down Hill- 823m
Day 14: Heli Flight to Kathmandu (Return to Kathmandu)
- Heli Flight Pangboche-Kathmandu (40-45 min)
- Overnight in Kathmandu
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 20: Trip Concludes
- Airport Transfer
- Accommodation: None
- Meals: Breakfast
Cost, Includes & Excludes
Cost Includes:
- Double occupancy hotels in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu, including all entry fees.
- English-speaking trekking guide to ensure a smooth and informative trek.
- Best available local lodge accommodation during the trek (in the case of a lodge-to-lodge trek).
- Meals as per itinerary to fuel your trekking adventure.
- Conservation fee for protected area entry.
- Flight fare: Kathmandu to Lukla and return to Kathmandu.
- Well-equipped and insured supporting staff to ensure your safety and comfort.
Cost Does Not Includes:
- Nepal entry visa fee, which must be obtained upon arrival or in advance.
- International flight fares to and from Nepal.
- Airport departure tax for international flights.
- Travel insurance, which is essential for coverage in case of emergencies.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu, unless specified in the itinerary.
- Rescue charges, should evacuation be required.
- Medical expenses if treatment is needed during the trek.
- Personal equipment, such as trekking shoes, clothing, and gear.
- Any personal expenses, such as souvenirs, drinks, and snacks.
- Any other expenses not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions.
Trip Extension
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