Everest Base Camp Trek Heli Return from Pheriche 10 Days

After we reach the Lukla airport, we will start trek to Phakding shortly after. Phakding is a beautiful little village in the Khumbu region that serves as a starting point for the 9 days Everest base camp trek route. Located at a height of 2640 meters, Phakding offers a picturesque village filled with traditional Nepalese houses and lush green hills all around.

Max altitude

Lukla: 2800m/9186 ft. | Phakding: 2640m

Duration

Flight: 30 minutes | Trek: 3.5 hours.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Phakding to Namche distance is 9 kilometers, but since we will be trekking through forests, steep trails, and suspension bridges, it will take us quite some time to work our way up there. We will pass through a number of settlements along the way before reaching our destination of Namche Bazar.

The village of Namche Bazar is the hotspot of the Khumbu region. It is truly a lovely place, full of color and with a beautiful view of the Kongde Ri peak in its backdrop. Most people are unaware of this, but Namche Bazar has an airport of its own. Located on a nearby hill overseeing the town of Namche, the Syangboche Airport is no longer operational but receives cargo from Russian helicopters every once in a while.

Namche Bazar serves as a hub for trekkers to stay the night and acclimatize themselves to the change in elevation level.

Max altitude

3440 m/11286 ft

Duration

5-6 hours walk

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Today acclimatization day in Namche, there are plenty things to around Namche Bazaar so, you do not rest but go on short hikes or explore around Namche Bazaar and walk to visitor center, Sherpa Culture Museum to learn about Sherpa cultural and history, climbers, and the flora and wildlife of the region.

If you prefer shorter hikes, after breakfast, you will start the gentle hike up to Everest view point hotel which is around two hours away from Namche and you can see the view of Mt. Everest, Lhoste, Nupste, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde peak and other peaks with drinks and coffees.

After you take some time there, you will returning back to Namche Bazaar. Afternoon you can explore the markets, old houses and drink at the Isrish pup or Hungry Yak. The

The town offers many cafes with internet facilities, lodges, and also an Irish pub, which is probably the highest one of its kind and also the most remotely located one.

Max altitude

3,880 m/12,794 ft.

Duration

5 hours walk

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Today our Trek by heading to Tengboche. The trek between these two points is quite challenging Kyangjuma to Phungi Thanga keep you descending the routes and after you cross a suspension bridge gain some elevation uphill to reach Tengboche but the beautiful views and spiritualism will make up for it.

Tengboche village is actually named after the Tengboche monastery, which is the oldest and largest monastery in all of Khumbu. Among the most scenic places in the region, this village is surrounded by high Himalayas, including Lhotse, Kangtega, Thamserku, and Ama Dablam.

This village is home to many Sherpa families and has a rich cultural significance as it is one of the original villages of the Sherpa people. The village houses monasteries and traditional Sherpa homes that offer a glimpse into the lives of these mountain people. It is also a place where many devotees seek spiritual enlightenment by engaging in the local rituals.

For the time being, you can engage with the local people. They are generally friendly and will welcome you wholeheartedly. You can learn about lives in these remote regions by listening to their stories. You can also indulge in a relaxing walk surrounded by alpine trees on the Tengboche Nature Trail.

Max altitude

3860 m /12664ft

Duration

5 hours walk

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

This is another best place to wake up early in the morning with the spectacular view of mountains surrounding you. Leaving the Tengboche village behind, you first descend the trails into the forest while passing the small town of Deboche. This village is another option to stay overnight while trekking in the Everest region.

Along the way, Mt. Amadablam will be smiling on our right side. We will pass through Imja River, chortens, stupas, Pangboche villages, tea houses, and people working on their farms. Pretty much easier trail, and after crossing Pheriche pass, a gentle uphill, which makes you feel like now you are adjusting to the altitude.

This village offers a great view of multiple peaks, including Lhotse, Tawache, Island Peak, Pumori, and Ama Dablam. You will not be able to see Mt. Everest from this village. The village also has a helipad, and you can choose to travel by helicopter directly to this village if you want to.

We will be staying at Dingboche for the night and the following day.

Max altitude

4410 m / 14468 ft

Duration

5-6 hours walk

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Today is your second acclimatization day at Dingboche Actually, these days are not held not for rest but ram around and let your body settle down with the current elevation.

On this day you might choose to explore around Dingboche village or you can hike to Nangkartshang Hill, located at 5121 m/16801.181 ft. It is approximately a 4 hours walk to see the beautiful panoramic views of Mt. Thamseku, Mt. Ama Dablam, Lobuche east, Lobuche west, Kangtega and Taboche peak.

Alternately, you can hike towards Chukhung Valley; the path leads to Island Peak with beautiful views of Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lotse, and other surrounding peaks.

Max altitude

4410 m / 14468 ft

Duration

4 hours walk.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Today your trek takes you from Dingboche village to Lobuche, the second-highest village on this route. The trek begins with a climb through the Khumbu Khola valley to Dughla. Heading out of the village, you take a left turn and ascend through the ridge above the Pheriche village.

The trials take you up to a wide valley for a few hours, and you can see the small yet beautiful town of Dughla on the other side of the river. The path leads to the place by crossing through the bridge.

The trails from here onwards are tricky as you will be climbing zigzag to Dughla Pass, on the top where you can see the many memorials with praying flags and stones with small stupas known as ‘Mane’ in remembrance of climbers and sherpas who passed way during the Everest Expeditions.

You will then arrive at the path that connects Gokyo Lake and Cho-La Pass. You can get beautiful views of peaks like Khumbuste (6,636 m), Lingtren (6,749 m), and Pumori (7,161 m), then following the steam, you enter Lobuche village.

Max altitude

4955 m /16256ft

Duration

5-6 hours walk

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

The trail leads toward Gorekshep after breakfast in Lobuche. When you will visit the significant highlight of this trek, ‘Everest Base Camp.’. Before reaching EBC, you hike to Gorakshep first; it will take between 2 and 3 hours, which is closest to EBC itself, the last and highest village on this trail.

While walking on the way, the board valley that lies parallel to the Khumbu Glacier with the rocky path. As you keep moving up, the views of Mt. Pumori, Mt. Nupste, and other peaks will appear, and you will reach Gorekshep and stop for lunch, drop your bag at the lodge, and then begin your trek to Everest Base Camp. It will take approximately 2 to 3.5 hours to reach Everest Base Camp from Gorekshep. Reaching the EBC, you are welcomed by the beautiful sight of Mt. Everest and surrounding peaks. The spectacular, stunning views gifted by nature. You will spend some time and take pictures before returning to Gorakshep.

After visiting EBC You will make your way back to Gorakshep; you have an early dinner as you need wake up early the next day for Kalapather hike.

Max altitude

Everest Base Camp: 5364 m / 17598 ft | Gorekshep: 5165 meters/16945.54 ft.

Duration

6-7 hours walk

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

After a peaceful night, you will start your hike considerably earlier than usual for nature’s best gifts of this region: a breathtaking sunrise panorama from Kalapather with the golden color of Mt. Everest (8848m.), Nuptse (7879 m), Puari (7145 m), Khumbutse (6623 m), Changtse (7550 m), and Lingtren (6695 m) and a bunch of other Himalayas, the glaciers, and the icefall. You can spend your relish and embrace moments. These memories are priceless, so capture them on your devices.

After spending some time in Kalapather, you will be returning to Gorekshep and have a breakfast take all of your belonging, Start Trek down to Pheriche village by same way back to until Thukla and after crossing the river way split to right direction to Pheriache village.

Max altitude

Kalapather: 5,644 m/18517.06037 ft | Pheriche: 4370m

Duration

6 to 7 hours walk

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

After breakfast Pheriche village, you will fly back to Kathmandu by Helicopter. Approx. 40 minutes.

Max altitude

1350m.

Duration

45 minutes

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation

3-Star Hotel