Short Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return

The short Everest Base Camp Trek returned by helicopter is one of the most famous trekking adventures in the world. The Everest Base Camp is on the bucket list of every hiker/trekker and explorer with good reason. The classic Everest Base Camp Trek through Khumbu valley presents Himalayan way of life, wonderful Sherpa culture to that breathtaking sight of Mt. Everest and become unforgettable moments of life.

The addition of helicopter in Everest Base Camp Trek saves a lot of time that was to be needed for return and your energy too and the challenging trek becomes a bit easy as well. You will have to trek only 65 km out of 130; the helicopter will take you to Lukla straight from Kala Patthar view point on this itinerary. One will lower the challenges and who are short on time yet and want to experience the Everest Base Camp on this classic style.

The epic sight one of the most iconic view of more than 300+ mountains and four of them above 8,000 m including the Mt. Everest along with Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, and Mt. Cho-oyu for the first time will leave you in awe.

Beside this, Short Everest Base Camp trek returned by helicopter offer you the majestic view of Mt. Ama Dablum, which considered one of the most iconic mountain in the world. The Thamserku, Pumari, Nuptse, Kondge and other numerous snowcapped mountain range provide  additional beauty that cannot found anywhere on the planet.

When you land to Lukla airport, the traditional prayers flag fluttering in 5 colors, blue for sky, red for fire, white for air, green for water and yellow for earth being symbols depicting Buddhist teachings. Beautifully decorated monastery with paintings and murals is one of the very peaceful and spiritual stop on your epic trek. You will be rewarded by Lama Rinpoche for successful journey in the popular and oldest Buddhist Monastery in Tengboche which add more spiritual energy to your Journey before embark on the rest of their adventure.

The home of Sherpa people Khumbu region represents their tradition, culture and uniqueness which are the best things to explore on this trek.  Your adventure begins 30 min scenic and dramatic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, before reach to trail, the world’s most extreme airport is initial thrill for you due to short runway over perched atop of cliff.

You can experience extraordinary views of Kathmandu valley and Mahalangur  Himal sub-range of the Himalayas on the way to Lukla.  The incredible Sherpas, guides, and local peoples most friendly, caring and welcoming behave and their experts at making their way up the mountain will be accompanied to your trek is another best part of this trek.

The fairly basic tea houses give you a chance to enjoy with fire and meet people from all around the world who are embarking on the same adventure which all feel like home than hotel. Stay close surrounding to fire and share your experience with same interest’s people unknowingly  is an amazing experience that very few people can experience during their travel.

Hiking over the steep up trails, suspension bridges, gaining more than 600 m altitude every day and encounter with local people, Yak and donkeys who is carrying essential goods towards Base Camp add more excitement on your trek to Everest Base Camp.

Finally, of course the most awaiting moment of your journey is reaching to finish line of the Everest Base Camp. The most significant highlight of your whole adventure is no better feeling when reach to world’s highest mountain’s base camp; Stop! Drop your backpack at mighty mountain and start celebrates with fellow trekkers. You will feel sense of achievement and joy; is that hard work worth it!After all, the most exciting part of Short Everest Base Camp Trek returned by helicopter  provide you a bird’s eye view of whole Everest region when return back to Lukla where it all started.

Thus, Short Everest Base Camp Trek returned by helicopter experience provides you both traditional settlements like (phakding, Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche) and flying over the villages and mountains.

You will be witness of loaded vegetation of the Sagarmatha National Park and more than 300 + peaks nothing will be left; you can feel all the experience Everest Region has to offer!

What is the best time to Short Everest Base Camp Trek returned by helicopter tour?

It is usually possible to trek Everest region (autumn, spring, summer and winter) Season over the year but you need greater preparation for summer and winter  and may not get clear views due to fog. The best times to do Everest Base Camp Trek are autumn (September-November) and spring (May-March) as like most other treks in Nepal. During these seasons the weather is clear and day temperatures warm. However, the Khumbu region is known as particularly cold area.

The best time to do Everest region trek are:

Autumn | September-November

Autumn season is attributed to warm days, open bluish skies, good sunlight and more visibility which is prefect time for outings. The day times are warmer than the nights and the temperatures of higher hills rotate around 15 to 24 degree C, which is just the way we want, stable and clam. These points indicates it a good season to Trek to Everest Base Camp However, until mid- September can be little rainy and then it takes over from mid-September and rules the serenity until late November. 

Spring | March-May

Spring season is also known as Basanta Ritu in Nepali, and is the best time for trekking, hiking and other activities you would like to do in Everest Region. Temperature and weather are stable. The temperature of upper hill areas is around 16 to 23 Degree C during spring season.  Bunch of blooming Rhododendron flowers, bluish skies, good sunlight, more visibility, green landscapes and transparent mountains driven hundreds of people across the globe to the tracks here and become one of the busiest period on trekking trails.

Due to the clear weather and sunny days the trekkers love doing trekking and Mount Everest Expedition and other peak climbing these days as most preferred time.Thus, April is the best month to pick over other for Everest Base Camp returned by helicopter.

Summer | June-August

Summer is much about rainfall and cloudy season in Nepal. These time records the hottest temperature along with the wettest weather. The mountains are often behind of clouds however, mountains open up nicely after rainfall and that is great to watch.

The trekking trails are not populated on Summer as in other seasons. The trekking trails are slippery, muddy, and wet due to regular rainfall and leech can be active.

The possibilities of landslides and block the trails in these months are high and the mosquitos all over the trail can make your trekking harder. These seasons also sees plenty of trekkers walking around the Everest Base Camp. They accept the added challenges with greater preparation like (considering more days with heavy cloths and other necessary things for rainy season) 

Winter | December-February

Winter season from December to February the country experiences the coldest time of the year. Of course, the number of trekkers arriving in Nepal decrease on these days but the views can be stunning especially after snowfall blankets the mountains in white.

You can get a temperature of around 5 to 12 degree C in the daytime and even low in night. The higher altitude areas like Everest Base Camp are coldest ones, the temperatures is below the freezing level but its normal during winter season.

It is good to do low altitude hike or trek without greater preparation which do not get affected by snowfall but if you go to higher, the region can receive immense snowfall which can further increase the challenge of your trek that’s why you need greater preparation (considering more days with heavy cloths and other necessary things).

You know that after the hardest climb you well get best and different views. You can expect snow loaded mountains, which looks like mountains are newly decorated with snow and everything looks like fresh during winter.

What types of food and accommodation available during Everest Base Camp Trek Returned by Helicopter?

The Everest Region is well developed and comfortable than the other trekking route in Nepal. You can get variety of hotel from budget to luxury quality.  There are loads of tea houses, luxury hotels, and lodges along the route since the Everest is popular. However, not all grades of accommodation have hot shower and other facilities available in all settlements, particularly the budget ones. The facilities like hot water, WIFi, and electronic charging are accessible in those tea houses for extra charge.

Food  on Short Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return

The teahouses, hotels and lodges along the route provide a wide range of food items. The local operate and serve tea houses are the most common eating places in Everest Base Camp Trek. The menu features Chinese, Indian, Continental, and Local(Nepalese) food.

You can expect Noodle soup, Dumplings, Macaroni, Pizza, Spaghetti, Soup, Tibetan style bread and the many kind of other local Nepalese food items such like Dal Bhat. Teahouses also serve beverage items like tea, coffee and energy drinks. You will get bakeries as well at various places of the Everest Base Camp Trek.These items are more permanently on the trekking areas menu. When you reach to Base camp fewer amount of fresh food and vegetables available. When you progress Higher and costs also rise due to remoteness to carry in Everest Region. The food and other necessary items are carried by people, horse, mules, yak, and from helicopter.

Drinking Water Facility in short Everest Base Camp returned by helicopte

You can get bottle water as well as drinkable water from every hotel, tea houses and lodges. However, you can also get water from water taps along the trail, we also provide you a water purification tablets to purify water.

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Difficulty Level of short Everest Base Camp returned by helicopter

Everest Base Camp Trek returned by helicopter is moderate level trek in Everest region. It is little easier than the standard Everest Base Camp Trek while return by Helicopter.

Difficulty level of Everest Base Camp Trek categorized as moderate in terms of difficulty level. Prior experience becomes helpful but not mandatory. Anybody who has perfect fitness level, positive mindset, and strong determination can complete Everest Base Camp Trek.

Altitude Sickness

Altitude is increase day by day reach till to Everest Base Camp. The highest elevation kalapatthar is 5,554m which is the ultimate point to complete this trek. The starting point Lukla is at 2,860m, now you can guess what altitude you will gain during the trek. Thus the trek you are planning to do is one of the highest altitude treks.

When you cross 3,000m altitude in mountain, there is always a chance of altitude sickness. If you got altitude sickness, immediate treatment and emergency evacuation may require for crumbled to the illness.

Trekking Time and Distance

The trek starting point Lukla to ending point Everest Base Camp, you will cover total around 65 km. You will have to cover 5-8 hour per day to cover this distance in time.The rough trail which is steep ups and downs may not easy for inexperienced and beginners on such a trail in a single day.Anybody who is physically fit and mentally prepare can do Everest Base camp Trek but with prior hiking or trekking experience is plus point.

Please, contact us for craft a tailored made trip based on your experience, time and budget.

Weather in Everest Region

The weather on Everest Region is pretty unpredictable; it can be change any time. Trekkers who usually not feel comfortable with a changing weather may face more trouble during the trek and someone from low altitude may feel it tough to settle with temperature.

What types of permits and regulations do I need to follow for Everest Base Camp Trek?

The Everest Base Camp trek and other Everest region treks stands on Sagarmatha National park but its dominated by Mt. Everest 8848.86m, the highest peak in the world. The word Sagarmatha; Sagar means sky and Matha means head  in Nepali. Everest is the western name given to the mountain and to the surroundings, which is the highest national park in the world and it is also UNESO world heritage site.

As with all treks in this national park, you will need Sagarmatha National Park Permit which cost is US$30 and TIMS cad permit which cost is US$10.

Packing List for short  Everest Base Camp Trek returned by Helicopter

Here is the basic packing list for Everest Base Camp Trek; you can add it up as per your requirements. However, don’t pack useless things which cause to increase your bag pack weight. Be a wise backpacker!

The Essentials

Packing and organizations

• Trekking/ hiking backpack
• Day backpack for your important belongings
• Duffels bag /Trekking Bag
• Money bag

Footwear

• Trekking/Hiking boot water-resistant, Lightweight, (break them in beforehand), ankle support, sturdy soles
• Pair of running shoes *
• flip-flops /pair of slippers/ rubber sandals
• crampons/ Gaiters
• Wool socks/lightweight inner shocks/cottons shocks

Clothing

 HEAD 

• Sunhat or Scarf/ Bandana
• Balaclava which help to cover ears recommended over 3000m high trek only
• Light fleece hat
• Sun Glasses with UV protection
• Extra Prescription sunglasses if required
• Head Lamp with extra batteries and bulbs
• Woolen Hat
• Neck gaiter or warmer

Upper Body

• Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) Jacket
• Down vest (specially for high altitude 3000m and higher)
• T-shirts Lightweight, quick-drying
• Long sleeve shirts
• Thermal Tops
• Fleece Jacket
• Wind stopper Jacket
• Down jacket

Hands

• Pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves /fleece gloves
• Pair of consists, mittens with mitts matched warm polar fleece mitt liner (specially for high altitude 3000m and higher/ winter seasons)

Lower Body

• Non cotton Undergarments
• Hiking shorts
• Lightweight cotton trousers
• Lightweight thermal bottoms/waterproof shell pants/fleece or woolen trousers
• Waterproof trousers

Sleeping 

• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping bag liner
• Pillow case
• Camping gear
• Tent
• Small backpack with rain cover or liner
• Sleeping pad/mattress

Gadget and electronic device

• Torch light/head light with extra batteries and bulb
• Camera with extra SD cards,   charger   and batteries
• Travel adapter
• I pod
• Extra batteries
• Charger
• Kindle
• Charging station
• Power bank

Hygiene products

• Wet wipes (baby wipes)
• Toilet roll or paper /tissue
• Mask
• Hand sanitizer
• Anti-bacterial hand wash
• Lip balm
• Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, floss)
• Soap /shampoo
• Insect repellent
• Nail clippers
• Moisturizer for face and body
• Female hygiene product

Common stuffs

• Map
• Compass
• Journal/notebook
• Pen/pencil
• Trekking/hiking pole 
• Deck of cards / travel games /reading books
• Guide book
• Water bottle
• Watch/alarm clock
• Sewing repair kit / roll of repair tape
• Matches or lighter
• Small lock pad for duffel bag
• Rain cover for backpack
• Large plastic bag / disposable rubbish sacks
• Small folding or Swiss knife
• Binoculars (optional)

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How much does the short Everest Base Camp returned by helicopter tour cost?

Trekking or tour in Everest Region is relatively costly because of Kathmandu to Lukla flight. Adding the helicopter ride from Kalapatthar to Lukla increase your cost upto around $650 to above but it became the short and one of the best ways to get up close to mountains.

The total cost of short Everest Base Camp returned by helicopter is $2650 only. You will get the idea about cost in exclude and include below. And other reason is accommodations which can differ the price. You have both budget and luxurious options available.