Everest Heli Trekking – 10 Days

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be met and assisted by one of our representatives.  

After collecting your baggage, follow the path outside the airport where our local guides will be waiting in the arrivals section.    

Enjoy a relaxing evening. 

After breakfast, begin your day by exploring Kathmandu, Nepal’s bustling cultural and political capital. Your first stop is the Swayambhunath Stupa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known as the Monkey Temple, this ancient and sacred Buddhist shrine offers breathtaking views of the Kathmandu Valley. 

Next, head to Patan, also known as Lalitpur, famed for its exquisite craftsmanship and architectural beauty. Wander through its narrow lanes to discover beautifully preserved temples, courtyards, and palaces. Patan’s artisans, masters of ancient techniques, create stunning sculptures that highlight the city’s rich artistic heritage. 

Early morning, transfer to the airport for a thrilling flight to Lukla, a gateway to Everest. The Lukla airstrip, famously short and sloped, offers a breathtaking start to your adventure.  

Upon arrival, meet your guide and crew, identify your luggage, and prepare for the trek. Your team will load the gear onto animals or porters, and you’ll set off on a scenic trek to Monjo. 

Note: During peak seasons, flights will divert from Kathmandu to Manthali and then to Lukla. 

Continue your trek northward up the Dudh Kosi valley to Jorsale, where you’ll officially enter Sagarmatha National Park. At the entrance station just beyond the village, your trekking permits will be checked, and national park fees collected. 

The trail then leads you across the Bhote Kosi River, setting the stage for a steep climb up to Namche Bazaar. As the administrative center of Sagarmatha National Park and the heart of Sherpa society, Namche Bazaar offers a unique cultural experience. Along the way, keep an eye out for glimpses of Mt. Everest, a thrilling preview of what’s to come. 

After breakfast, continue your trek to Tashinga. Along the way, you’ll pass trains of yaks, dzos, and porters. 

The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure. If you’re feeling well-acclimated to the altitude, you might consider exploring the area or taking a short hike nearby. For those who prefer a slower pace, this is the perfect time to relax and allow your body to adjust to the altitude. 

This morning, looking across the valley, you can see the path sloping diagonally up towards the famous monastery of Tengboche, but first you must descend to the river. This takes about an hour, descending steeply in a series of zigzags to the Dudh Kosi River.  From the river, it takes approximately 2-3 hours to reach the monastery at a slow, even pace. 

The ascent begins with a steep climb through a shaded pine forest before emerging onto a long, gentle path that rises like a ramp toward your monastery. Emerging at the top, there is a mandala gateway and a huge chorten, which are passed before your first sight of the gompa. The setting is nothing short of magic and it is incredible to think that the temple was burnt down only a few years ago and was re-built largely through the efforts of the Sir Edmund Hillary Trust.   

This morning, you will head for an excursion to Ama Dablam base camp. For this walk you begin by crossing the Imja river on a suspension bridge, followed a gradual ascent until Lhabarma where you will find yourself standing right in front of the mountain ridge. From here you have an incredible view of Ama Dablam (6856m), Kantega (6783m), Nuptse ridge (7879m), Lobuche peak (6090m), Pumori (7165m), Thamserku (6623m), Kangtega (6783m), Cholatse (6335m), Taboche peak (6495m), Khumbi La (5765m), Kwangde Ri (6011m) and the beautiful mimbo glacier.

Ama Dablam base camp is located at an altitude of 4,575m on an open yak pasture beneath the west face of the mountain. The climbing route, southwest ridge and the hanging glacier, the treasure box of Ama Dablam sits almost straight above.

Begin the day with an early morning helicopter ride—a scenic journey that offers an incredible aerial perspective of the Khumbu region. Lifting off from Pangboche, the helicopter flies up the valleys, offering unobstructed views of the dramatic Himalayan landscape.
You will overfly Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, capturing once-in-a-lifetime views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, and the stunning Khumbu Glacier. A brief landing will be made at a selected viewpoint, conditions permitting, allowing you to step out, take photographs, and absorb the majesty of the world’s highest peaks.
After the scenic aerial experience, continue your flight back through the mountains to Lukla and onward to Kathmandu, where you will have the rest of the day at leisure to relax.

Today after a leisurely breakfast, visit Pashupatinath which is one of the holiest Hindu shrines in Nepal. Pashupatinath Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction, Lord Shiva, the temple with its astonishing architecture of gilded roof and richly carved silver doors, is thronged with devotees and pilgrims from all over the world. Access to the shrine is strictly limited to Hindus; however, others are permitted to view the temple from the east banks of the river Bagmati.

Continue to Boudhanath – one of the most imposing landmarks of Kathmandu and is a center of Tibetan Buddhism. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this stupa is built on a massive three level mandala and is one of the largest in the world. A popular tourist attraction, there are many shops around the stupa selling souvenirs, handicrafts, and a variety of exclusive Tibetan specialties and delicacies.

Transfer back to the hotel.

Transfer to the International airport in time to board the outbound flight.