9 Days Everest helicopter trek

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Overview

  • Duration:9 days 8 nights
  • Travelers:1 - 19 guests
  • Tour Type:Private tour
  • Language:Chinese, English, French, Spanish
  • Email ticket:Yes
9 Days Everest Helicopter Trek provides you with mesmerizing opportunity to explore the Everest Region. The major highlight of this trek is the helicopter return ride. While taking this ride back, you can witness the breathtaking bird-eye view of Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world.

As you walk, you will experience the rich culture of the Sherpa people and visit famous places like Namche Bazaar. When you reach Everest Base Camp at 5364m, you will stand beneath Mt. Everest and the world’s fourth-highest peak, Mt. Lhotse.

If you opt for the Everest Base Camp helicopter trek, you can effortlessly and conveniently experience one of the most stunning journeys to the Himalayas. This is the greater trekking option for beginners who are looking for this short yet rewarding trekking experience in the Everest Region. If you are planning for this trip, we recommend you plan for spring or autumn.
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Highlights

  • 9 Days Everest Helicopter Trek in Nepal ✓
  • Explore the Everest Region and Sherpa culture ✓
  • Return by helicopter with breathtaking views of Mount Everest ✓
  • Ideal for beginners seeking a short yet rewarding trek in the Himalayas ✓

Includes/Excludes

  • Airport pickup and drop in a private vehicle
  • 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast, Teahouses accommodation during the trek
  • Welcome and farewell dinner programs
  • All ground transportation on a private vehicle
  • Domestic flights (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu)
  • Entrance fees for sightseeing
  • An experienced, English speaking and government-liscensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Staff costs including salary, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
  • Naata Travel & Adventures’s trekking bag, t-shirt and trekking map (which are yours to take)
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits
  • Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
  • Nepalese visa fee (Bring accurate USD cash and two passport size photographs)
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Lukla in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porter, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc)
  • Helicopter Charge
  • Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)
  • All other not mentioned in cost includes section
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Trip Facts

Duration: 9 Days Days

Fitness Level: Moderate

Max. Altitude:: 3800 meters

Location: Nepal

Meals: Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals during the trek

Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and tea houses during the trek

Group size: 1-5

Arrival On: Kathmandu

Departure From: Kathmandu

Cancellation policy

Bookings are non-refundable. All sales are final.

 

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu

Upon arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport, a representative from Naata Travel & Adventures will be there to greet you, holding a sign with your name. They will then escort you to your designated hotel. In the evening, we will enjoy a welcome dinner hosted by Naata Travel & Adventures, featuring Nepalese cuisine to introduce us to the country’s food culture.
  • Maximum Altitude : 1350 meters
  • Meal : Dinner
  • Accommodation : 3-star hotel

Day 2 : Kathmandu Sightseeing

After breakfast, we will have a pre-trip meeting where you will be introduced to your guide and can ask any questions about the trip. We will then visit Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest Buddhist shrines in the world, where we will observe Buddhist monks praying in the surrounding monasteries. Next, we will visit Pashupatinath Temple, the most renowned Hindu temple in Nepal, situated on the banks of the holy Bagmati River.Here, we will see Hindu holy men (sadhus) meditating, pilgrims bathing, and occasionally funeral pyres burning on the ghats. We will also explore Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a collection of pagoda and shikhara-style temples grouped around a fifty-five-window palace of brick and wood, featuring attractions such as the Lion Gate, the Golden Gate, the Palace of Fifty-Five Windows, art galleries, and the Statue of King Bhupatindra Malla.
  • Meal : Breakfast
  • Accommodation : 3-star hotel

Day 3 : Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

We will take an early morning flight to Lukla, the starting point for all Everest treks. Upon landing, we will meet the rest of our team, including our porters, and prepare for the trek. We will follow a trail that gradually descends to Cheplung village, where we can catch a brief view of Mt. Khumbila, a sacred mountain that has never been climbed. From there, we will continue descending until we reach Phakding.
  • Maximum Altitude : 2651 meters
  • Meal : Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Accommodation : Tea house
  • Walking Distance : 3-4 hours

Day 4 : Phakding to Namche Bazar

After having our breakfast we continue our trail which passes through a pine forest and goes through Benkar valley. We cross Dudh Koshi river and after passing through the village of Chumoa and monjo, we reach the entrance of Everest National Park. The trail then ascends steeply and after ascending for a while we reach Namche Bazaar which is the biggest town of Everest region. We stay the night in Namche Bazaar.
  • Maximum Altitude : 2438 meters
  • Meal : Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Accommodation : Tea house
  • Walking Distance : 5-6 hours

Day 5 : Namche Bazar Acclimatization

Since Namche Bazaar is at a high altitude, we will spend the day acclimatizing to the thinner air. Namche Bazaar is a bustling tourist hub, offering all basic amenities from money exchanges to internet cafés. We will take a tour of Namche Bazaar, visit the Sherpa Culture Museum, and hike up to the Syangboche Airstrip. We will stay the night in Namche Bazaar.
  • Maximum Altitude : 2438 meters
  • Meal : Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Accommodation : Tea house

Day 6 : Trek to Thame and Return to Namche Bazar

We will use another day to acclimatize and take a short hike to Thame before our flight to Everest Base Camp. Today, we will hike to the small village of Thame, located on the trail to Everest Base Camp. Thame was the childhood home of Tenzing Norgay, the first man to climb Everest with Sir Edmund Hillary, and is part of the trading route between Tibet, Nepal, and India. We will return to Namche Bazaar to stay the night.
  • Maximum Altitude : 3800 meters
  • Meal : Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Accommodation : Tea house
  • Walking Distance : 5-6 hours

Day 7 : Helicopter flight from Namche Bazaar to Everest Base camp and return

After an early morning breakfast, we will board a helicopter for a scenic sightseeing tour. We will fly over the Khumbu Valley, Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Glacier, and Kala Patthar. During the flight, we will enjoy stunning views of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Lhotse, Nuptse, and more. After the sightseeing, we will land in Lukla and take another flight back to Kathmandu.Note: If the helicopter flight is canceled due to technical reasons or bad weather, the cost of the helicopter ride, valued at USD 250 per passenger, will be refunded.
  • Maximum Altitude : 5345 meters
  • Meal : Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Accommodation : Tea house

Day 8 : Fly to kathmandu

Today, after breakfast, we will fly back to Kathmandu. You can also extend your trip by visiting Chitwan National Park or taking a tour of Pokhara. In the evening, Naata Travel & Adventures will organize a farewell dinner where we can reminisce about our trip. We will have the chance to enjoy traditional Nepalese music and dance and share our experiences with fellow trekkers. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our journey and reflect on the incredible sights we’ve seen.
  • Maximum Altitude : 1350 meters
  • Meal : Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Accommodation : 3-star hotel

Day 9 : Final departure

Our trip concludes today. A representative from Naata Travel & Adventures will escort you to the international airport for your final departure. Before leaving, you can do some last-minute shopping or explore nearby attractions if time permits. We will ensure that your journey ends smoothly, providing any assistance you need. We hope that this trek has been a memorable experience and that you leave with unforgettable memories of Nepal and the Everest region.
  • Meal : Breakfast

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