Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Back to Kathmandu

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Introduction to Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Back to Kathmandu

Trekking to Everest Base Camp trek is an experience. But it’s a hard one. This is a challenging trek for sure and not to be taken lightly. A certain level of fitness is required. But what if you could reduce the trekking time by 3 days and still see all the wonders and mountains that are found in this part of the world? Wouldn’t that be perfect!

On this trip, there are 6 days of trekking, plus two acclimatization days. Then simply fly back by helicopter from Gorakshep, which is very near to Base Camp and where it is suitable for helicopters to land. In this way, you visit all the iconic places on this route by have less walking involved.

This trek is as good as it gets. You will enjoy the thrills and achievement you feel trekking to Everest Base Camp and will stay in some of the best lodges in the region. And what is more, you will have the pleasure and excitement of flying out over the mountains, including Mt Everest, by helicopter. In three villages, namely Phakding and Namche Bazaar you will be staying in the Yeti Mountain Home luxury lodges while in other villages we will provide you with the best available accommodation. While nothing like the luxury of the YMH lodges, these will be comfortable and welcoming at the end of a day’s trek.

You will enjoy the short flight by fixed-wing into Lukla airport. At 2,860m the Hilary Tenzing Airport sits in the heart of the mountains. After arriving in the early morning the first day’s trek is to Phakding, about 4 hours away. Here you can relax for the rest of the day in the riverside lodge, Phakding Yeti Mountain Home.

From now you will be walking around 5 hours a day with one long but the rewarding day when we will get really close to Everest! The trails pass through forests of alpine along raging rivers and through picturesque Sherpa villages. In the well-known market town of Namche Bazaar, we have two nights, allowing us to acclimatize to the altitude. Yeti Mountain Home welcomes us again with a spa and wellness centre and a well-stocked bar. On our acclimatization day, it is possible to hike to Khumjung Village to visit the school set up by Sir Edmund Hillary. The best way to acclimatize is to keep active, so not just sitting around! After all, this is your trip of a lifetime and you should take advantage of every moment.

Our first great panoramic view of the mountains comes at Tengboche Monastery. Magical views of Mt Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse and Lhotse are there for us to marvel at and photograph. It is possible to meet some of the monks living here and perhaps enjoy a cup of tea with them.

Flora and fauna is unique in this region – as you might anticipate. In fact, you are walking in the Sagarmatha National Park and the Sacred Himalayan Landscape initiative of the World Wildlife Fund.

The trails continue passed glaciers and icefalls and take you up to Kalapatthar, otherwise known as the Everest Viewpoint. You feel extremely close to both Everest and heaven here. Well, at least you are really close to the first! The views are beyond words, you simply have to experience it yourself. Everest, Mount Pumori and Ama Dablam are all there waiting for you.

You might be glad to know that after this ardours day, your experience continues not with hiking another 3 days back down to Lukla, but by boarding a helicopter! This exciting addition to your trek is both another way to view the mountains and a less muscle-ache intensive way to end your trip!

Luxury EBC Heli Return Trek Highlights

  • Arrow Right Primary Fly into the famous and exceedingly high altitude Hilary Tenzing Airport at Lukla by fixed-wing plane.
  • Arrow Right Primary Fly from the base of Mount Everest by helicopter back to Kathmandu, reducing walking days by three.
  • Arrow Right Primary Watch the sunset over Everest from Kalapatthar, the Everest viewpoint.
  • Arrow Right Primary Feel the chill you get from gazing at the Khumbu Glacier and Icefalls.
  • Arrow Right Primary Learn about Sherpa peoples and their lifestyles.
  • Arrow Right Primary Walk in the steps of past climbing expeditions.
  • Arrow Right Primary Enjoy the unique and exquisite flora and fauna of Sagarmatha National Park.
  • Arrow Right Primary Relax in the comfortable Yeti Mountain Home lodges, the best accommodation in the Everest Region.

Luxury EBC Heli Trek Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Kathmandu!

Day 2: Kathmandu to Lukla Flight and Trek to Phakding

Day 3:  Phakding to Namche

Day 4: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

Day 5: Namche to Tengboche

Day 6: Tengboche to Dinboche

Day 7: Acclimatization Day in Dingboche

Day 8: Dingboche to Lobuche 

Day 9: Lobuche to Gorakshep

Day 10: Trek Gorakshep to Base Camp and back then Fly by Helicopter from Gorakshep to Kathmandu

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Day 11: Departure from Kathmandu

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Includes

Local transfers for your international flight x 2 (arrival/ departure)


Local transfers for your domestic flight x 2


Kathmandu Lukla Kathmandu Flight


Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit and Local Entry Permits


Guide for 10 days


Porter for 11 days


2 nights accommodation in a Kathmandu (Aloft by Marriott/ Hotel Mulberry or similar)


11 nights accommodation in best hotel/teahouse while on trek


Staff insurance and necessary ground transport for support staff


Helicopter from Gorakshep to Kathmandu


10 x set breakfast, 10 x set lunch and 9 x set dinner while on the trek

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Personal travel insurance (Which should include coverage for trekking)


Tip to Guide and Porter


Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu


Personal gear for trekking (Including any you may wish to hire in Kathmandu), any personal expenses (i.e. soft and alcoholic drinks, snacks etc.)


Packing List during Luxury EBC Heli Return Trek

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Read Before your book Luxury EBC Heli Return 

To help you determine if the Luxury EBC Heli Return is right for you, we’ve provided detailed information on key aspects such as flight details, trek difficulty, and the best times to visit. Each section also includes a video explanation to guide you in planning your trip smoothly.

If you’re still unsure whether this trek is the perfect choice for you, feel free to reach out to us via email or WhatsApp. We’ll get back to you within 24 hours to answer any additional questions.

What to Expect While Returning from Everest Base Camp in Helicopter to Kathmandu?

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Preparation and Acclimatization for Luxury EBC Trek with Heli Return

Understanding Altitude Sickness at Luxury EBC Trek

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Best Time for Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek

Permits for Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return

What to Expect in Island Peak Climb?

Health and Safety Guide for the Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return

How Safe is the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour?

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Accommodation and Meals in Luxury EBC Trek with Heli Return

Meals during Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter

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Trekking Experience for High-Altitude

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What Makes Everest Base Camp Heli Trek Different?

Everest Base Camp Trek With Helicopter Return Difficulty

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