Mountain Trek / Everest Region / Nepal Everest Heli with Namche TrekNext tentative Date: Available as a Private Trek on a date of your preference.
The crème de la crème of the Himalayas! Get an up close view of Everest and countless other Khumbu mountains on this incredible adventure. |
The crème de la crème of the Himalayas! Get an up close view of Everest and countless other Khumbu mountains on this adventure of a lifetime.
Fly in and out of Everest on a helicopter. Ariel view of Nepal’s infinite layered hills, rural countryside, tiny villages nestled in the mountains, glaciers, and the iconic Everest Base Camp on this scenic and exuberant chopper ride. Skip the hassle of driving to and from Manthali airport. | |
Conquer your mountain dreams with lofty peaks guiding your trails to the foot of the sky-scraping Himalayan giants - Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu and the showstopping Mount Everest. | |
Spend a day in the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar. | |
Watch alien landscapes come alive with trails changing from coniferous and birch forests alongside blue waters to barren valleys, chalky rivers, and glaciers. Keep an eye out for musk deer and exotic birds as you pass these landscapes. | |
Stay in comfort mountain lodges. A lavish breakfast in Hotel Everest View. |
Group Size | Price per person* |
4 people | Inquire |
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Valid until Dec 31st, 2024
Incredible view from Kalapatthar
Evening in Kalapatthar, a favorite vantage point to see Khumbu mountains from
Yaks strolling with the giant Lhotse mountain in the backdrop
Gorgeous view of Everest and Lhotse seen from the walk from Namche towards Tengboche
From a tiny hamlet, Namche has steady grown in the last couple of decades to become a sizeable and dense town
Yaks heading to lower altitudes, back from Everest Base Camp. Rrocky debris over Khumbu glacier can be seen between the mountains and yaks
Fourth highest mountain in the world, Lhotse at 8516m
A lady in Pangboche clad in vibrant Sherpa attire called Bakkhu
Ama Dablam mountain in her postcard shape, seen from Pangboche
Perched on a hillside, Lukla Airpot is as thrilling as it is picturesque
Everest and Lhotse at sunset
Everest Base Camp can get freezing cold, especially at night. Overnight stay in Base Camp is permitted only for people climbing Everest
Ama Dablam seen through the ornately decorated gate of Tengboche Monastery
Tengboche Monastery has what is though to be a Yeti skull on display at its entrance
Khumbu mountains and a yak ferrying goods
Horse grazing in Tengboche, on the horizon are Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam mountains
Waiting for the sun after a chilly morning climb to Kalapatthar
Camps set up by mountaineers in Everest Base Camp next to Khumbu glacier
Towering mountains and deep valleys best describe Everest trek
Strolling along the ridge in Pangboche
Yaks in Tengboche
The ampitheatre of Namche Bazaar, often called the gateway to Everest
Traditional Sherpa houses of Upper Pangboche
Boulders and big rocks are considered holy and worshipped by Buddhists and Hindus alike
Dingboche is the last village before Everest Base Camp
Chhorten, a Buddhist monument, seemingly mimics the color and shape of Ama Dablam
When you reach Dingboche, Ama Dablam looks vastly different and almost unrecognizable from her classic postcard shape
Himalayan Tahrs are not an uncommon sight on the trek
Lenticular clouds over Everest
Little Sherpa kid. Cold wind and low moisture leads to rosy red cheeks in highlands
Buddhist monks at a festival in Namche
Tengboche village and monastery complemented by Kongde and Khumbila mountains
Giant mountains tower over you in all directions as you walk along Khumbu glacier
High snowcapped mountains overlook Tengboche
Buddhist prayer wheel in Namche outskirts beneath Kongde mountain
Day 1 |
Kathmandu - Lukla - Monjo |
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Day 2 |
Monjo - Namche |
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Day 3 |
Namche - Everest Base Camp - Kalapathhar - Syangboche - Kathmandu |
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Day 1 |
Kathmandu - Lukla - Monjo |
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Drive from Kathmandu to Manthali 4 hrs |
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Fly from Manthali to Lukla 20 mins A scenic and exhilarating heli flight takes us from Kathmandu to Lukla, the gateway of Everest Region. |
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Trek from Lukla to Monjo 5 to 6 hrs We meet the rest of our crew, arrange our baggages, have breakfast, and embark on a journey to Monjo, passing exciting suspension bridges and tiny village settlements following the Koshi river. |
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Yeti Mountain Home, Monjo
Day 2 |
Monjo - Namche |
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Trek from Monjo to Namche 3 to 4 hrs We walk northward along the banks of Koshi and reach the entry point of Sagarmatha National Park, from where the gruelling uphill awaits before we reach the amphitheater town of Namche, nestled perfectly atop a hill. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring monasteries, mountain museums, tiny cafes and coffee bars. |
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Yeti Mountain Home, Namche
Day 3 |
Namche - Everest Base Camp - Kalapathhar - Syangboche - Kathmandu |
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Walk to the helipad 20 mins |
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Fly over Everest Base Camp, glaciers and Kalapathhar, and land at Hotel Everest View for breakfast before flying back to Kathmandu 3 to 4 hrs We fly from Namche Bazaar over Everest Base Camp and Kalapathhar, and stop in Hotel Everest View, Syangboche for a celebratory breakfast. We then fly back to Kathmandu after breakfast |
Meals Included: Breakfast
Yeti Mountain Home, Monjo |
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Monjo
• | Room Service | • | Private Bathroom | • | Hot Shower | • | Bathtub | • | Free Toiletries | • | Towels | • | Slippers | • | Power Socket | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Garden | • | Outdoor Seating |
Yeti Mountain Home, Namche |
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Namche Bazaar
• | Room Service | • | Private Bathroom | • | Hot Shower | • | Free Toiletries | • | Towels | • | Electric Blanket | • | Slippers | • | Power Socket | • | Hot Water Thermos | • | Daily Housekeeping |
• | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
For those short on time or looking to add an exhilarating experience of flying over the majestic Himalayas, you have the option to charter a private helicopter on the way down. Inquire for prices and options!
Group Size | Price per person* |
4 people | Inquire |
Valid until Dec 31st, 2024
If you’d like your own room in each hotel, please let us know. An additional expense is applicable. Please note that booking a single room is subject to availability in Lobuche and Gorakhshep.
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If you’d like your own room in each hotel, please let us know. An additional expense is applicable. Please note that booking a single room is subject to availability in Lobuche and Gorakhshep.
We take altitude sickness very seriously and all our itineraries are designed to go on a slow pace, covering short distances as we go higher. With the increase in every thousand meters, we stay an extra night at the same stop or place with a similar elevation to acclimatize our bodies to the altitude.
During the trek, we will also take precautions by staying hydrated, avoiding alcohol consumption, and going for acclimatization hikes as needed. Our guide will check your vitals with oximeter every evening during the trek so we know how your body is reacting to the changing elevation. If you see any symptoms of AMS or have a headache, please contact our guide immediately. In most cases, mild headaches can be tackled with food, hydration and rest. We don’t recommend diamox (pills for altitude sickness) but you can take it as precaution starting a day or two before the trek if you are coming from sea level.
Our guide will have a well-equipped first-aid kit at all times. Please go through our equipment and medical checklist for better preparedness as the common problems like foot blisters and knee pain can be tackled with proper packing. If you have any pre-existing health conditions, kindly let us know when booking.
Pack your passport, flight tickets, phone, wallet, camera equipment, cash, and all your valuables in your day pack or waist belt. Please don’t bring or carry expensive items like jewellery etc or a large sum of cash while travelling for security reasons.
Buying and renting gears – Kathmandu has a lot of gear shops. If you happen to miss anything, you can buy them at Thamel before your trek. Items like a sleeping bag can be rented in Kathmandu for about USD 1 a day
What not to carry – Oxygen cylinders, drones and satellite phones without permission, and sharp items like nail clippers and scissors, etc., can be confiscated at the airport.
• | Hiking Boots with a good grip |
• | Rain gear (for you and your bag) |
• | Comfortable hiking pants |
• | Quick dry, breathable T-shirts |
• | Windproof Jacket |
• | Sleepwear |
• | Trekking Socks (thick) |
• | Underwear |
• | Neck buff/ gaiter |
• | Sun hat/cap |
• | Downjacket |
• | Thermals (top and bottom) |
• | Fleece jacket |
• | Sleeping bag |
• | Sleeping bag liner |
• | Gloves |
• | Woolen hat/beanie |
• | Day bag |
• | Duffel bag (for porter) |
• | Quick dry towel |
• | Extra pair of shoes (preferably, slip-ons) |
• | Water bottle or camel bladder (1.5 litres). |
• | LifeStraw filter or purification tablets |
• | Flask (for hot water) |
• | Walking Poles |
• | Sunglasses (Polarized, with good UV protection) |
• | Locks for your backpack/luggage |
• | Waist belt |
• | A pair of binoculars |
• | Trail snacks and energy bars |
• | Head lamp (with extra batteries) |
• | Camera with charger and extra batteries |
• | Phone with charger |
• | Power bank |
• | Travel adapter (type C, D and M) |
• | Sunscreen (SPF 30 or above) |
• | Sanitizer |
• | Wet wipes |
• | Toiletries (incl toilet papers, soap, etc) |
• | Personal first aid kit |
• | Rehydration salts/tablets |
• | Throat lozenges |
• | Prescription Medications |
• | Lipbalm (SPF 30 or above) |
• | Passport with visa |
• | A copy of Work ID (for expats) |
• | A copy of Insurance papers |
• | Permits (carried by guide) |
• | Flight tickets (carried by guide) |
• | Money |
• | Credit Card |
The overall baggage limit is 15kgs (33lbs) per passenger, a policy set by the airlines for mountain flights. Excess weight is allowed at an additional expense. However, we recommend not exceeding this weight limit as it should be sufficient for the trek.
During the trek, porters are assigned to carry your bags. One porter carries the luggage of two trekkers in a big duffel bag that the company provides. The maximum weight carried by one porter is 25kgs (55lbs). This means you will pack two bags for your trek: a day bag for yourself and a softshell duffel that goes inside the porter’s bag.
A duffel bag is your pack that goes inside the porter’s bag. You can also go for a backpack as long as it is soft-shelled and easy to squeeze in. Each duffel bag can be no more than 75 liters & 10-12 kg per person or 150 liters & 20-25 kg for two people. Everything that you will not need during the walking hours of the day will go in a duffel bag. Do not put your valuables in it, as well as any items like cameras/laptops with a risk of getting crushed.
A day bag is your backpack that you will carry during the trek. Anything that you will need during the day, like rain gear, a warm layer, a water bottle, sunscreen, basic toiletries, your phone, and camera, money, important documents, a pair of gloves, a hat, and a few snacks, goes in this bag. A 35-50 liters bag & 5-6 kgs is your ideal daypack. It is advised to buy a good quality bag with adjustable waist straps, as good load distribution makes all the difference while trekking.
Leave no Trace: Please don’t litter, and also dispose any trash properly (you can hand them to your guide). Plucking flowers and vandalizing trails is off limits. We’ll leave the beautiful trails as we found them.
A Few Rules: Any form of physical violence or verbal abuse, harassment, solicitation of prostitution, or possession or use of illegal drugs or illicit materials is strictly prohibited.
Alcohol and Drugs Policy: Heavy alcohol consumption dehydrates your body and doesn’t pair well with trekking for obvious safety reasons. We recommend you limit your alcohol intake to a minimal amount during day time. Let’s wait till the evening to raise a glass or two.
No Handouts of any kind: Giving money or handouts of any kind to beggars and children is strictly prohibited, as it only promotes begging culture.
Photography and Drones: It’s advisable to ask permission of the locals before taking their photos, although by experience we can tell that they love being photographed. Strict drone policies are enforced throughout Nepal – so please don’t fly drones on the trip.
Travelling in a Group: What makes group travel fun is the diversity. This also means that there will be people of all different ages, physical fitness, and walking pace. Please be mindful and respect the time allocated by your lead guide to avoid any inconvenience to the group.
Please print and fill up the Booking Form. It’s pretty simple and short, please let us know if we can help you with it.
We’ll send terms and conditions, along with payment details. To confirm your spot, please pay 50% of the trip cost in advance.
Note: Full payment to be made at least 7 days before trip departure.
A few days before the trip, the lead guide will host a small briefing to discuss logistics and safety matters, and also answer any questions you have.
Do some light training and set your gears. Then off to the mountains we go!
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