Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu (1,400 m) and transfer to hotel. Overnight at a Hotel
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Day 1:
Welcome to Nepal. Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu.
After checking in, you can relax or explore the lively streets of Thamel, known for its trekking shops, restaurants, and cultural atmosphere. In the evening, attend a trek briefing and equipment check with your guide. This briefing covers safety, acclimatization, and details about the Everest Heli Trek logistics.
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Day 2:
Flight to Lukla (2,840 m) from Kathmandu or Manthali/Ramechhap (474 m) and then trek to Phakding (2,610 m) – 3 to 4 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Early in the morning, transfer to the airport for your mountain flight. Depending on the season and air traffic conditions, flights operate either from Kathmandu or from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap.
Enjoy a thrilling flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport, considered one of the world's most scenic mountain airports and a common gateway for Everest Base Camp helicopter tour clients.
After meeting the trekking crew, begin an easy trek through beautiful Sherpa villages, crossing suspension bridges and following the Dudh Koshi River valley to Phakding, where you'll experience your first night of Everest Base Camp trek accommodation.
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Day 3:
Trek to Namche Bazaar from Phakding (3,440 m) – 5 to 6 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse
Today's trek enters Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cross several suspension bridges, including the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge. The trail gradually ascends through pine forests and mountain villages before making a challenging climb to Namche Bazaar.
Weather permitting, enjoy your first glimpse of Mount Everest along the way.
Namche Bazaar is the commercial and cultural center of the Khumbu region and an important hub for Everest Base Camp heli trek operations.
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Day 4:
Acclimatization Day at Namche (3,440 m). Hike to Hotel Everest View (3,880 m) and back – 4 to 5 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse
Proper acclimatization is essential before ascending to higher elevations. Today, hike to the famous Hotel Everest View, recognized as one of the world's highest-altitude hotels.
The trail offers magnificent panoramic views of:
- Mount Everest
- Lhotse
- Ama Dablam
- Thamserku
After enjoying the scenery and acclimatizing, return to Namche Bazaar. You can do several activities at Namche Bazaar like spending the afternoon exploring local markets, museums, or cafés. This day readies you for the high-altitude element of the Everest Base Camp heli tour.
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Day 5:
Scenic Shared Helicopter Flight from Namche to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) with landing at Kalapatthar (5,555 m) – 5 minutes & then return to Lukla -30 to 45 minutes including shuttle in Pheriche. Overnight at a Guesthouse
Today is the highlight of your journey.
Board a shared helicopter from Namche Bazaar for an unforgettable aerial adventure over the Khumbu Glacier and Everest region. Due to high-altitude operational limits, helicopter services may conduct a shuttle transfer via Pheriche before continuing toward Everest Base Camp.
Fly over:
- Everest Base Camp (5,364m)
- Khumbu Glacier
- Khumbu Icefall
The helicopter lands at Kalapatthar (5,555m), the most famous viewpoint in the Everest region. Spend approximately five minutes at the viewpoint due to the extreme altitude while enjoying breathtaking close-up views of Everest and surrounding Himalayan giants. This landing is a signature moment of the Everest Base Camp helicopter trek and the broader helicopter tour to Mount Everest experience.
After the landing experience, fly back to Lukla.
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Day 6:
Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel
After breakfast, board your return flight from Lukla. Enjoy one final aerial perspective of the Himalayas before arriving in Kathmandu (or via Manthali during peak flight seasons).
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy a free afternoon for sightseeing, shopping, spa treatments, or relaxation. This is a good time to review photos and notes from your Everest heli tour.
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Day 7:
Airport transfer as per the flight schedule
After breakfast, transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport according to your international flight schedule.
Your short yet spectacular Everest experience concludes with unforgettable memories of Sherpa culture, Himalayan landscapes, and the once-in-a-lifetime helicopter landing at Kalapatthar.
