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EBC Trek with Helicopter Return
Trek in, fly out from Gorak Shep
Follow the classic Everest Base Camp trail on foot through Namche, Tengboche, and Dingboche with standard acclimatisation. After Kala Patthar, a helicopter collects you from Gorak Shep for a dramatic return flight over the Khumbu.
Expedition Highlights
- ✓Full EBC trekking experience with two acclimatisation days
- ✓Kala Patthar sunrise at 5,545m
- ✓Helicopter pickup from Gorak Shep — skip the long descent
- ✓Aerial views of Everest, Lhotse, and the Khumbu Icefall
Short Itinerary
- 01
Kathmandu (1,345m)
1,345m
- 02
Fly Lukla — Phakding
2,610m
- 03
Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
3,440m
- 04
Acclimatisation — Khumjung
3,790m
Private Note
Itineraries may adjust for weather, flight schedules, or trail conditions. We recommend two spare days after your trek for Lukla flight delays. Custom private departures available year-round.
At a Glance
Everything essential, before you go deeper.
12 Days
5,545m
Challenging
- Country
Nepal
- Activity
Helicopter Tour
- Best Season
Mar–May, Sep–Nov
- Accommodation
Hotel (not included)
- Meals
Varies by tour
- Start / End
Kathmandu
Overview
Trek in, fly out from Gorak Shep
Follow the classic Everest Base Camp trail on foot through Namche, Tengboche, and Dingboche with standard acclimatisation. After Kala Patthar, a helicopter collects you from Gorak Shep for a dramatic return flight over the Khumbu.
Departures & Availability
Itinerary
Day-by-day trail
Arrival, briefing, and permit preparation in Kathmandu.
Price Includes
- Private IFMGA Lead Alpine Guide & 1:1 Sherpa climb support
- All administrative fees and special conservation permits
- Luxury boutique heritage accommodation in Kathmandu & Pokhara
- Private high-altitude dome camps with insulated heating systems
- Bespoke dining menus prepared by private expedition chefs
- Private helicopter evacuation cover & medical insurance
Price Excludes
- International airfare and excess baggage fees
- Federal Nepal entry visa (obtainable on arrival)
- Personal high-altitude mountaineering apparel and boots
- Gratuities and optional summit bonuses for climbing staff
- Alcoholic beverages and premium vintage selection
Equipment & Gear
A detailed packing list will be sent upon booking. Essentials you should bring:
- Waterproof trekking boots (broken in)
- Down jacket rated to −10°C
- Thermal base layers (top & bottom)
- Waterproof shell jacket and trousers
- Warm fleece or softshell mid-layer
- Trekking poles (recommended)
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Sun hat, warm beanie, and UV sunglasses
- Sleeping bag rated to −15°C (rental available)
- Daypack (25–35L) with rain cover
EBC Trek with Helicopter Return
- Main
- Visit
- Flight
- Overnight
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FAQs
Reviews
★★★★★Sarah Mitchell · United Kingdom · October 2024“Standing at Base Camp, looking up at the Khumbu Icefall, I realised this was not just a trek — it was the experience that divided my life into before and after. Tenzing and the TrekTrove team made every step feel safe, purposeful, and genuinely extraordinary. I have trekked in five countries. This was something else entirely.”
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★★★★★Rajesh Karmacharya · Nepal · November 2024“As a Nepali who grew up in Pokhara, I thought I knew these mountains intimately. TrekTrove showed me corners of my own country I had never visited, connected me with communities I did not know existed, and gave me a new appreciation for the Himalayas I call home. The guides are extraordinary people.”
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★★★★★Emma and Daniel Kowalski · Poland · July 2024“Lo Manthang at dawn, with the entire walled city quiet except for the sound of monks chanting in Thubchen Gompa. Nothing prepares you for that moment. Nothing we write here does it justice. We came as tourists and left as people who understood, at least a little, why the kingdom kept itself hidden for so long. TrekTrove — thank you for making this possible.”
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