EBC Trek and fly back by helicopter trip is the quick and easiest way to reach the Everest base camp while watching the most scenic views of mountain ranges from a different perspective. An exhilarating flight to Lukla, a hike to the base camp, standing on top of Kala Patthar a perfect lookout witnessing Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Thamserku, Mt. Amadablam, and Mt. Lhotse, acquiring insights about the people, their culture, traditions, and lifestyle on the people, with a scenic helicopter flight alongside the world highest peaks.
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with Overland Trek Nepal, a reputable trekking agency specializing in Himalayan expeditions. The (Everest Base Camp) EBC Trek and fly back by helicopter is a unique and exhilarating journey that combines the thrill of trekking through the stunning Khumbu region with the luxury of a helicopter flight back to Kathmandu.
Embark on this extraordinary Everest Base Camp trek with Overland Trek Nepal, where adventure meets luxury, and every step brings you closer to the majestic Himalayas.
After arriving in Kathmandu, Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel by our staff. You’ll attend a welcome dinner with a traditional culture program in the evening. Overnight at Kathmandu.
Early morning your guide will pick you up from your hotel and then head towards the domestic airport to fly to Lukla, the flight usually takes around 30 minutes, and after reaching Lukla you’ll have your breakfast. After breakfast start your trek to Phakding (2610m), exploring nature and traditional Sherpa culture along the way which takes around 3-4 hours. Overnight at Phakding.
Wake up early morning and have breakfast, after Breakfast, we will take a few minutes to rest and then start as early as possible according to your guide’s instructions. Trek along the Dudh Koshi riverside crossing number of Suspensions Bridge and after an uphill climb of around 2 hours, you’ll reach Namche Bazaar unofficial capital of the Khumbu region. Today you will walk a total of around 5-6 hours. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.
This is an acclimatization day, so wake up according to the guide’s instructions. Then move to Namche viewpoint to see the sunrise with the beautiful Everest Mountain range views of sun rays illuminating white mountains, which will give you one of the best memorable moments in your life. Then you will be back at the hotel to have breakfast then will move to another viewpoint called Everest View Hotel (3880m) is one of the most renowned hotels from where you can see amazing mountain views which would be very close to you.
Namche Bazaar has a lot to offer, so explore the settlement of Namche to get an insightful perspective of the traditional Sherpa lifestyle, or go exploring Khumjung monastery where you can see purported Yeti scalps as well. Then after that head back to Namche.
Overnight at Namche Bazaar.
Wake up as early as possible and have your breakfast, after breakfast, you’ll leave Namche Bazaar and head towards our next destination, Tengboche (3868m). which takes 4-5 hours. The trail today is not too tough from Namche to Phungi, from Phungi to Thenga it’s a downward hike, and from Thenga to Tengboche, it’s upward which is a little harder compared to before. Tengboche Monastery is one of the famous monasteries of Nepal and the settlement is named after it, you’ll get an amazing view of Mt. Ama Dablam looming behind the Tengboche Monastery. Overnight in Tengboche.
After early morning breakfast, you’ll head towards Dingboche (4410m) which takes 4/5 hours, a quieter Sherpa settlement in the Khumbu region and is a popular rest stop for people heading on the Everest Base Camp Trek. Overnight in Dingboche.
Today is your second acclimatization day. The village of Dingboche has several viewpoints perfect for an acclimation hike. After breakfast, you will move with your guide on a short climb to Nagarjun Hill (5100m) or any of the viewpoints suggested by your guide. After the hike, you can explore the village. Overnight in Dingboche.
After your breakfast Leaving Dingboche behind, head toward Lobuche which is around a 3-4 hours uphill hike, so take it slow and have frequent rests. Lobuche is the closest Nepalese mountain to the Khumbu Glacier. Overnight in Lobuche.
Finally, today you’ll be at the Everest Base Camp (5364m), begin your trek by heading towards Gorakshep (5180m) from Lobuche after your breakfast, Gorakshep is the last settlement before reaching Everest Base Camp, so rest for a while and have good lunch then after your lunch Leave Gorakshep, and begin hiking alongside the Khumbu glacier until you reach Everest Base Camp. Upon reaching the base camp take a moment and enjoy the panoramic views of mountains and Himalayan ranges from the Everest Base Camp, later on, return to Gorakshep which takes around 2-3 hours. Overnight in Gorakshep.
Early morning, head towards Kalapathar (5550m) a popular viewpoint of the Everest region to see the sunrise and mighty Himalayan ranges, head back to Gorakshep for breakfast, board a helicopter, and fly after breakfast back to Lukla. Which takes a 3/4 hour walk and around 35 minutes flight to Lukla. Overnight in Lukla.
After Breakfast, head to Lukla airport and catch a flight back to Kathmandu.
In the evening attend a farewell dinner marking the end of the journey and your last night in Nepal.
Our staff will drop you off at the airport, you’ll bid farewell to your newfound friends as well as Nepal.
NOTE: All of the trekking hours and distances mentioned above are estimates and should only be used as a general guideline.
Spring (March to May) and autumn (mid-September to November) are the best times to do the EBC Trek And Fly Back By Helicopter. In spring, the foothills are ablaze with wildflowers, rhododendron blossoms, and orchids hanging from branches, the weather is dry and clear during this season, making it ideal for trekking and exploring the breathtaking scenery of the mountains. In autumn after the end of the heavy monsoon season, with a clear atmosphere and the days are warm though the evenings are quite chilly trekking to EBC Trek And Fly Back By Helicopter is extremely popular.
The trails, however, become crowded and busy during these peak seasons. During the climbing season, the Base Camp is transformed into a tented city, with climbers and Sherpa guides.
If you travel during October, you’ll be able to attend Mani Rimdu, the Everest region’s most important festival, which brings together pilgrimage from Tengboche, Chiwong, and Thame monasteries.
In popular trekking regions such as Annapurna, Everest, Langtang, and Manaslu, there is a menu system with various ethnic cuisines foods as well as western meals, but some locations provide you with typical Nepali meals which are different from international meals, and these meals are prepared by the local supplement, every tourist lodge and tea house has a well-trained cook who focuses on clean, hygienic, fresh, and delicious foods, and every lodge has safe drinking water or mineral water.
If you buy a water purification tablet in Kathmandu, you can take water tap water and purify it yourself, saving money and reducing plastic pollution.
Travel insurance is required for all clients participating in any activity. We strongly advise you to obtain a complete insurance plan from a reputable insurance company to cover personal injury, death, hospital expenses, repatriation fees, helicopter rescue, and any other disease covered by the insurance plan.
The Nepalese consulate in your country or the immigration office at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu must issue each client with a valid visa with a six-month validity from the date of return.
Amazing view, great experience, I recommend everyone for this trip. While returning the view from heli of moutains were so amazing. Thank you Overland Trek Nepal and teams for the great help. Thank you gautam for arraning this trip for us.
Thank you overland trek nepal for this amazing experience. It was quit challenging but the guide was so helpful and while returning the view were out of this world. I will always remember this trip. Thank Gautam our trip planner from overland trek nepal and also the whole overland trek nepal team.
