Overview
The
Everest Base Camp Trek with Heli return
is a challenging and exhilarating way to discover Nepal’s magnificent Mountain range. The package offers a distinctive viewpoint of the highest mountain range in the world. Along with this, it brings you through some of the most awe inspiring and breathtaking landscapes. Reputable trekking company, Access the Asia Treks, provides customized trekking packages, such as the Everest Base Camp Trek with Heli return.
A scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a wonderful town in the Everest region, marks the beginning of the trek. From Lukla, you begin your trekking journey. During this, you traverse through the traditional Sherpa communities like Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Gorak Shep. While tracing through the Dudh Koshi River, you find this trail amazing and spectacular. The trek is difficult and demands a high level of physical fitness and good health condition. It is also immensely rewarding with awe inspiring panoramic Himalayan Views.
You return to Lukla via helicopter after visiting Everest Base Camp from Gorakshep for fueling purpose 10-20 minutes. It provides an incredible aerial views of the sky rocketing Himalayas. You can view the mountains’ immense size and beauty from a new perspective during the thrilling experience of a heli flight. You can hike to Kalapatthar and return back to Gorakshep for a heli ride. There are multiple options for your heli ride according to the time schedule of your holidays.
For the
Everest Base Camp Trek with Heli return
, Access the Asia Treks, provides a number of packages that range in duration from 12 to 16 days. The longer treks allow time for acclimatization, which is necessary to avoid altitude sickness and ensures a secure and enjoyable journey.
Our company provides skilled and experienced guides who share their experience of this region’s geography, history, and culture. The trek’s safety and well-being are ensured by the guides’ who are well trained and experienced in this field.
Teahouses, which are traditional lodges includes the simple amenities like beds, blankets, and common bathrooms during the trek. Local specialties like Momos and Dal bhat are among the mouthwatering foods offered in the teahouses.
For those who want to experience the excitement and adventure of trekking in the Himalayas but have limited time, the Everest Base Camp Trek with Heli return is the perfect choice. Without having to retrace your steps, the Heli ride back from Gorakshep also provides a practical and comfortable means of transportation.
The trek is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the Sherpa culture and customs, which have existed in this region for many years. The renowned Tengboche Monastery, one of the most spectacular Buddhist temples in this region is fantastic. You can learn about the distinctive Sherpa traditions and beliefs.
In conclusion, Access the Asia Treks’ Everest Base Camp Trek with Heli return is a fantastic and unforgettable method to experience Nepal’s breathtaking Himalayan range. In addition to the trek’s distinctive blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty, the helicopter journey back adds a new vibe to the experience. This journey is a must-do for anyone looking for a once in a lifetime experience.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Breathtaking views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam
- Traditional Sherpa villages, allowing you to experience the local culture and way of life
- Over 5,000m, providing a unique and unforgettable high-altitude experience
- Stunning aerial views of the Himalayas and the landscape of Khumbu region
- Explore the rich cultural heritage of Kathmandu, including UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Swayambhunath and Boudhanath Stupa
- The stunning view of Mt. Everest from the highest point of the trek i.e., Kalapatther 5545m
- Mountaineering skills, leadership skills and opportunity to view the monuments made for the brave warriors of mountain climbing
- Various monasteries including the biggest one in the Khumbu region providing the best experience
- Explore UNESCO enlisted Sagarmatha National Park with an opportunity to observe the rare flora and fauna including red panda
- Lush forests, unique landscapes and lifestyle of the people of the Himalayan region
Equipments
What to Bring?
Everest Region is considered to be the most thrilling and spectacular trekking region, well renowned all over the globe. This region’s trek starts from the easy level to elite level where you have to be equipped with all the necessary and appropriate gears and equipment to ensure your safety, comfort, and pleasure during your trek. When trekking in the Everest region, you should bring the following items, among others:
- Trekking boots: As you reach to various landscapes including the rocky difficult trials in this region. Therefore, the sturdy trekking boots is required with an ankle support to make your trek safer and risk free.
- Hand Gloves: Another important trekking equipment is hand gloves. Basically, hand gloves is used to prevent your hands from frostbite and the possible numb situation due to snow.
- Hat: It is the equipment that is used to prevent yourself from severe coldness. Basically, hats that covers your ears are highly preferable in order to keep you warm.
- Backpack: A roomy backpack is necessary for you to carry the electronics equipment like mobile and camera with water bottle and other necessary personal equipment.
- Clothing: The weather in the Everest Region is unpredictable. Thus, you have to be prepared for the sudden change in the weather. Thus, you have to take thermal undergarments, layered clothes and trekking trousers to make yourself cozy and warm. Fleece and down jacket with a scarf, hat and mittens are also very useful during this trek.
- Sleeping bag: In Everest region, the weather might reach below zero. Thus, a quality sleeping bag is necessary which can keep you warm and safe during the trek.
- Trekking poles: While walking in the rocky and steep grounds, you have to be careful whereas trekking poles help your ankle and knees to prevent you from the possible mishaps.
- Headlamp: For Navigating early in the morning and evening time, you need the headlamps while moving though the lodge and tea houses in the lush forests.
- Sunglasses: UV protected and a quality Sunglasses is required to prevent yourself from the glare of the snow and intense mountain sunshine.
- Water container and purification tablets: The water during the trek is most essential. Healthy and pure water makes your trek full of energy whereas polluted water might hamper your health. Thus, water container and purification tablets are really necessary.
- First aid box: The first aid equipment like bandages, antiseptic cream, pain relievers, and altitude sickness medication is crucial. The trekking leader of the trek also carries first aid medical kit for your safety.
Access the Asia Treks offers its customers a thorough packing list, equipment rental choices, and guidance on the best supplies for their trekking requirements. In order to complete their trek to the Everest region securely and comfortably, we want to make sure that our clients have all the required supplies.
ADVISORY
- Non-bio degradable materials are not allowed to dispose in the trekking route randomly.
- Proper follow of the guidance provided by the leader/guide of the trek.
- Alcoholic beverages and other intoxicating substances are highly discouraged.
- There might be the chances of bad weather so be prepared for the inconvenience caused by the unpredictable weather.
- Try to be mentally and physically prepared before this trek with few short hikes before this trek is highly recommended.
IMPORTANT THINGS REQUIRED
- Passport
- Few passport size photos for TIMS and other official documents
- Personal trekking equipment
- Personal handbag and luggage
- Snacks and sweets like chocolate bar (if required)
- Warm clothes, down jacket and multilayered clothes
- Trekking shoes
- Some personal items and sunscreen/sun cream
- Water bottle and hat
PRELIMINARY AND KEY NOTES
- Greeting ‘Namaste’ (your palms held together) is the most respectful and attractive way to greet somebody and is practiced profoundly.
- Accessibility of internet and phone calls can be made efficient using the mobile SIM Card provided by the company itself or you can buy easily in the local market. All you need is one passport sized photo and a photocopy of your physical passport in either case.
- There are lots of major cultural heritage sites in Kathmandu along with the ancient monasteries and sculptures. Photos are not taken unless you have asked for the permission.
- The nightlife in Kathmandu is mostly safe and concentrated in Thamel area, one of the busiest destinations for foreigners to hang out with varied options of bars, restaurants and other places to choose from. Somehow, other areas including small towns are closed before 10pm.
- Nepalese people are friendly, truly kind and incredibly welcoming as there is a phrase in Nepali culture ‘Guests equal Gods’. Out of the blue moon, there are several chances of being cheated. Saying this, you are somehow prone to possible travel scams. Keep yourself and your belongings safe, if you are travelling solo. It is highly recommended to have one experienced guide, taking safety into consideration.
What are the options for the Heli tour return from EBC trek?
With the Everest Base Camp trek with heli return, you can hike to Everest Base Camp and then take a scenic helicopter ride back to Kathmandu. You can take the heli ride from Gorakshep to Lukla and the regular flight to Kathamandu or the direct heli tour to Kathmandu. According to the situation, you can trek up to Gorakshep and take a heli ride or else you can hike further to Kalapathher and return back to Gorakshep for the heli ride.
How long does it take for the Everest base camp with heli return?
The duration of the trek can vary based on the itinerary and the weather. It usually lasts 12 to 14 days. Generally, it depends on the weather condition and the customized plan. Access the Asia Treks always focuses on managing the trip as per the plan proposed by the customers. Therefore, you can plan your trip and we will make it happen to reality with the available resources with us.
Do routine treks cost less than the EBC trek with heli return?
Due to the cost of the helicopter flight, the heli return choice is more expensive than a regular trek. You can shorten the number of trekking days and can have the best bird’s eye view of the gigantic and sky rocketing Himalayan ranges. You get everything in return in a wonderful way. This heli tour surely provides you the best memories of all with the best view of the Khumbu region, the most popular trekking destination for many visitors around the world.
How high is Everest Base Camp located?
Everest Base Camp is located at an altitude of 5,364 m somehow the highest point of this trek is Kalapatther which is 5545 m high. Either, you can take a heli ride from Gorakshep 5170 m and go up to Kalapathher via heli to view the most beautiful scenes of the sky rocketing Himalayan ranges. Or else, you can trek to Kalapathher and return back to Gorakshep and take a heli ride where you can experience the thrilling trek to Kalapathher, 5545 m, the highest elevation of this trek.
How do I get ready for the trek's altitude?
Before beginning the journey, it is advised to acclimatize for at least a few days before reaching the top. Likewise, we acclimatize at Namche and Dingboche before reaching the top. It is also advised to drink plenty of water and take leisure days to aid in acclimatization. Along with that, you must go according to the suggestion given by your trek leader to minimize the risk of altitude sickness.
How's the weather on the trek?
Depending on the season, the trek’s weather may vary significantly. Higher elevations tend to be colder, so it’s essential to be ready for rapidly changing weather. Access the Asia Treks provides you the necessary information about the gears and the necessary equipment so that you can adopt in any situation. However, you have to be prepared for the sudden change in the weather in the Khumbu region and act accordingly with the help of gears and equipment we carry.
Is it safe to trek to Everest Base Camp?
Yes, as long as you adhere to safety precautions and trek with an experienced guide, the journey to Everest Base Camp is usually risk-free. Our experienced team members lead you to successful treks using all the experience in this field for more than 15+ years. There are obstacles on the way, but by overcoming those obstacles with the experience we have, you can make your trip risk free and enjoy the best moments of your lifetime.
What is the best time to do the EBC trek?
The spring (March to May) and fall (September to November) seasons are ideal for the Everest Base Camp Trek because of the usually clear skies and comfortable weather. These times of year also have the most consistent weather, which makes trekking simpler. You can trek in other seasons as well, however, the weather might not be favorable which makes your trip more difficult and challenging.
Can I use my credit card on the trek?
Because credit cards are not commonly accepted on the trek, it is advised to bring cash. You are provided with all the necessary basic requirements but you can carry few cash for your personal use on the way. Besides your personal use, Access the Asia Treks covers all the necessary elements during the trekking days. However, credit card on the way is not feasible to be used as you won’t have those facilities in the upper part of the Khumbu region.
Are there Wi-Fi and cell phone service on the trek?
Some tea houses have cell phone and Wi-Fi access, but it can be slow and unreliable. And, in upper part of the trek, cell phone charge and the internet facility are not available. Even though, if you are provided with electronic devices charging and WIFI facilities, they charge certain amount to get facilitated with those services. Above 3440 m, you are not provided with charging option where you have to pay certain charges for it even if its available.
How difficult is the Everest Base Camp Trek?
The Everest Base Camp Trek is a difficult trek that calls for a high degree of physical preparedness and mental fortitude. The journey entails climbing steep terrain, hiking at great altitudes, and traversing suspension bridges. But most people can manage it if they receive the right instruction and planning. Access the Asia is the reputed company providing the right instruction and assist providing the best experience in this region.
What is the accommodation like on the Everest Base Camp Trek?
On the Everest Base Camp Trek, lodging options vary from simple teahouses to lodges. While lodges offer more opulent lodging with private bathrooms and cozy living rooms, teahouses are straightforward lodging options with only the most basic utilities. In upper part of the trek, the tea houses are available where they provide the very basic requirements. However, you can enjoy the best scenes and wonderful landscapes that make you forget the rest of the things around you.
How long does a heli return from Everest Base Camp take?
Depending on the weather and the sort of helicopter being used, the flight from Everest Base Camp to Kathmandu takes between 45 and an hour. The duration of the heli return trip, however, rely on a number of variables, including the schedule and the weather.
However to fly from Gorakshep to Lukla via helicopter, it takes around 15-20 minutes.
How much does a heli return from Everest Base Camp cost?
On average, a heli return can cost between $1500-$5000 USD per person depending upon the flight duration and the areas covered during the flight. You can plan your trip as we have various options available for you. You can choose the heli flight duration and the areas to be covered by the heli tour so that charges differ according to your proposed plan. Basically, you can choose to fly to Lukla from Gorakshep and take a normal flight the next day or you can directly take a heli ride to Kathmandu on the same day.
Is a heli return from Everest Base Camp safe?
Yes, a helicopter flight back to Everest Base Camp is usually regarded as secure. The pilots have experience flying in the Himalayan area, and the helicopters are currently with new technologies and well-maintained. But it’s crucial to pick a trustworthy technician and to adhere to all safety rules. Access the Asia Treks provides you with the secure and the best heli service for you safety and safe journey so that you can enjoy the best moments of your lifetime.
