Kathmandu: Mount Everest Heli Trek – Quick Lukla Access Tour
ID: GYG1205848-1850728
Category:
Country: Nepal
Duration:
11 days
Description
Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla or Kala Patthar by helicopter and trek along the Everest Base Camp trail. Stay in Namche and Tengboche, visit the Tengboche Monastery, and return by helicopter.
Experience the ultimate Himalayan adventure with a helicopter trek to Mount Everest. Start with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, or even Everest Base Camp itself, for rapid access to the Everest region.
Trek mostly downhill along the Everest Base Camp trail, minimizing altitude gain stress while maximizing the breathtaking views. Spend nights in Namche and Tengboche, immersing yourself in Sherpa culture and visiting the iconic Tengboche Monastery.
Reach Kala Patthar (5,555 m) for unobstructed sunrise views of Everest’s summit. If desired, land on a mountaintop helipad for a dramatic shuttle back to Kathmandu, weather permitting.
Highlights
- Soak in Sherpa culture and visit the Tengboche Monastery
- Enjoy a helicopter flight to Lukla or Kala Patthar for rapid access to Everest
- Trek to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar for Himalayan panoramas
- Return by helicopter for an exhilarating end to your trek
- Stay overnight in Namche and Tengboche to soak in Sherpa culture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Weather can affect helicopter flights
Trekking involves high altitudes
Accommodation is dormitory-style on the trek
INCLUDED
- Charter helicopter flights (Kathmandu–Lukla and/or Kala Patthar–Kathmandu)
- All ground transfers and lodging (Kathmandu hotel and mountain lodges)
- Trekking permits (Sagarmatha NP, TIMS)
- Guide and porter
- Meals during trek
NOT INCLUDED
- Standard Lukla airport delays (if any) and alternative transport costs
- Meals at leisure in Kathmandu
- Private room charges (lodging is dormitory on trek)
- Personal purchases
- Tips
- Kathmandu sightseeing fees
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
