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Everest Base Camp Heli Trek and Scenic Helicopter Flight

By Dragon Charter Service
Free cancellation available
Price is S$5,083 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 11d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Merging the thrill of high-altitude trekking with the breathtaking views of a scenic helicopter flight, the Everest Base Camp Heli Trek offers an innovative way to experience the Himalayas. Travel through the stunning Solu Khumbu region, where every step brings you closer to the majestic Everest Base Camp, an iconic starting point for Mount Everest climbers. Along the way, immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Sherpa people and enjoy heartwarming teahouse hospitality. The journey culminates with a helicopter flight that unveils a sweeping panorama of the Himalayan architecture, leaving you with unforgettable memories of your adventure.

  • Unique combination of trekking and a helicopter experience
  • Explore the Solu Khumbu region and Everest Base Camp
  • Experience local Sherpa culture and hospitality in mountain teahouses
  • Captivating helicopter views of the Himalayas at the journey's end

Activity location

  • Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Nepal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Nepal

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Everest Base Camp Heli Trek and Scenic Helicopter Flight
  • Activity duration is 11 days11d
    11d
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
S$5,083.20 x 1 AdultS$5,083.20
Total
Price is S$5,083.20

What's included, what's not

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    Private transport
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    Sagarmatha National Park and Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit
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    Government Fees
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    Helicopter pickup from Gorakshep
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    Accommodation in Trek and 2 nights at 4 Start Hotel in Kathmandu
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    Guided and Potter Fee
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    Personal Expenses
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    Tips for Guide and Potter

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have a high level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at 5-star Hotel

Kathmandu

  • 12h
Upon arrival, we'll seamlessly transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu. This is your day for final preparations and gentle immersion. We'll convene at dusk to outline the adventure. The Kathmandu capital city of Nepal rich in Cultural heritage sites and surrounded by UNESCO heritage sites and many more. Your only mission tonight: hydrate deeply and have a restful sleep.

Day 2: Fly to Lukla from Kathmandu and Trek to Phakding (2,800m)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Phakding

Phakding

  • 12h
We will start with a 45-minute to 1-hour helicopter flight to Lukla. Before landing at Lukla, a helicopter flight offers breathtaking aerial vistas. Our treks begin gently, with a 3 to 4-hour amble beside the rushing Dudh Koshi River. The 3 to 4-hour ride is a moving meditation that helps you to adjust slowly to a higher altitude, following the river and crossing a few iconic bridges. Phakding is a quite small village where we’ll overnight. Take it easy, breathe deep, and acclimatise.

Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazar (3,440m)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Namchebazar

Namche Bazaar

  • 12h
The trail steepens into a true climb; it takes about 5-6 hours to reach the iconic Hillary Bridge. The trail gains about 830 metres in altitude, so pace yourself and take breaks. Namche Bazar, the vibrant heart of the Khumbu, with shops, cafes, and a small hospital, serves as the gateway to the high Himalayas. Listen to your body, master your breath, and fuel wisely. Keep hydrated and rest well.

Day 4: Acclimatisation day at Namche Bazar. Hike to Hotel Everest View and Back (3,880m)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Namche Bazar

Syanboche

  • 12h
Today is a strategic pause in Namche, a day to allow your body to acclimate to thin air. Taking a gentle “climb high, sleep low” strategy, hike up to Hotel Everest View- a brief ascent to 3,880m that fortifies your acclimatisation. The hike is approximately 8 kilometres return and offers views of Everest and other peaks. You can also use the evening to explore the shops and the museum or simply rest. Drink plenty of water, be mindful of your surroundings, and notify your guide if you feel unwell.

Day 5: Trek from Namche to Tengboche (3,867m)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at tengboche

Tengboche

  • 12h
A steady 5-hour climb brings us to the sacred grounds of Tengboche. The well-trodden path winds through hamlets, culminating at its revered monastery -time your arrival with the monks' evening prayers for a truly transcendent moment. Lodges offer warm meals and basic rooms. The views from here include Ama Dablam and other big peaks, a silent sentinel for our night's rest.

Day 6: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Dingboche

Dingboche

  • 12h
Embrace the stark beauty of a 5-6 hour climb to Dingboche, an 11-kilometer climb gaining an altitude of about 540 metres. As the trail goes uphill, the tree starts to disappear as we reach a higher altitude. Reaching Dingboche, a small village with several lodges, is our vital staging post, and we will prepare for more altitude gain in the coming days. Drink plenty of water and let your body adapt.

Day 7: Acclimatisation in Dingboche

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Dingboche

Nangkartshang Peak

  • 12h
  • Admission ticket included
Today is a dedicated day for high-altitude acclimatisation. An optional hike to Nangkartsangh Hill (5,100m) offers a powerful boost, approximately 6 KM return, challenging the body with the thin air to improve your journey ahead. For those who prefer restfulness, gentle rest in the village is equally beneficial. The simple rule is to hydrate relentlessly, nourish your body, and engage only in gentle movement.

Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940m)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Lobuche

Lobuche

  • 12h
Today's journey is a solemn and steady climb, approximately 7 kilometres, and takes 4 to 5 hours. The traverse gains about 530 metres over rugged and rocky terrain. The path passes through the Thukla memorial site, a poignant sanctuary honouring those who lost their life on the everest. Lobuche is a simple outpost with small lodges. We’ll rest here where the colds begin to bite, so wear warm clothes. Rest often and watch for signs of altitude sickness.

Day 9: Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5,164m) and hike to Everest Base Camp (5,364m)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Gorakshep

Everest Base Camp

  • 12h
  • Admission ticket included
Today’s a day we’ve been waiting for. We headed to the final outpost of Gorakh Shep, after dropping heavy bags, and embarked on the final 4 Kilometres to Everest Base Camp in over 2 hours. The path is rocky and stark. Here, at the foot of the surrounding world’s highest mountain, see the Khumbu icefalls; this moment needs to be felt, not rushed. Then, we return to Gorak Shep for the night.

Day 10: Trek to Kalapathar (5,545m) and back to Kathmandu via Helicopter

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Kathmandu

Helicopter Landing At Kalapathar

  • 12h
  • Admission ticket included
Wake up early in the morning and climb up to Kalapathar. The first golden light on the face of Everest is just unreal. The descent, while downward, take care of your knees, and use a trekking pole if you have one. Back in Gorakshep, we rest on the memory of the sunrise and head back to Kathmandu, enjoying the helicopter ride. -Farewell to the Everest region. The flight itself is scenic, with last glimpses of the Himalayas. After you arrive at the domestic airport, drive back to your hotel; your mind is surely still among the peaks.

Day 11: Final Departure

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Kathmandu

Depending on the flight schedule, you may have a few extra hours in Kathmandu for last-minute shopping. This marks the official end of the Everest Base Camp heli trek. As you depart, you carry more than gear; you have the indelible imprint of the Himalayas.

Location

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    Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Nepal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Nepal

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