Everest Base Camp and a helicopter flight from Gorak Shep back to Kathmandu is very popular package provided by our agency.  After an initial flight from Ramechhap Manthali  to Lukla, we trek to Phakding and then on to the famous culturally rich town of Namche Bazaar passing through pine and cedar forests. After arriving at Namche Bazaar we climb to the Everest View Hotel for some of the most exhilarating views of Mt.Everest (8848m), Tawache (6495m), Lhotse (8516 -4th highest in the world)and Ama Dablam (6812m). A visit to Tengboche Monastery (3860m) is a must-see, where you can witness the extraordinary Buddhist culture in this region.
The trail to EBC first takes us to Dingboche and then on to Nagarjuna set in a lush green hillside offering far-off views of the Himalayas, including Lobuche East (6119m), Thamserku (6608m) and Khangtega (6685m). From Dingboche we follow the trail to Gorak Shep and then on to our ultimate destination – Everest Base Camp (5364m) at the foot of the Khumbu Glacier (the world’s highest glacier, 12 km in length extending from 4900m to 7600m. The last leg of our journey takes us back to Gorak Shep where our helicopter awaits to take us back to Kathmandu.
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From the time you arrive in Kathmandu, the capital and cultural city of Nepal, we will be there at the airport to greet you and take you to your hotel.
Very early morning you will be picked up at the hotel by our guide and escort you to Ramechhap for domestic flight. Then you board the flight from Ramechhap  to Lukla. During the flight you can enjoy  stunning views of Himalayas. After landing at Tenzing-Hilary airport you meet your porter. He will carry your luggage. Then you start your trekking. Today you trek of three to four hours. It’s easy and gentle. The trail starts passing a Kani (ceremonial gatehouse). It descends steeply then runs level above Kyangma village, which has a large gompa (monastery) and school. After that, you enter Cheplung village. The trail descends through community forest with the sight of Dudh Koshi River. Crossing suspension bridge it’s a short climb around the ridge to Ghat. Leaving Ghat the trail passes a school and complex of mani walls, Chortens and prayer wheels. Then the trail climbs to the hamlet of Chhuthawa. From Chhuthawa after a short walk, you reach to Phakding.
After a nice morning, walk continues crossing bridges over Dudh Kosi River passing several interesting villages of Toc-Toc,Bhenkar and Monjo arriving at Sagarmatha National Park entrance gate, from here on the river bed for few hours and after the last bridge a steep uphill to Namche Bazaar, at Namche with facilities of good restaurant, pubs, cyber café, post office, and banks.
This idyllic town is an ideal place for”acclimatization”. Health specialists recommend we spend the day being active, rather than sitting idle. From Namche it is possible to take a short hike to Everest View Resort, visit Khumjung or relax and explore Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar is the main center of the Everest (Khumbu) region and has government offices, ATMs, internet cafes, shops, restaurants and bakery.A short trek of only a hundred metres will help us to properly acclimatize. Our guides will also take us to the Tourist Visitor Center near the headquarters of the Sagarmatha National Park where we can observe an assortment of relics related to the first mountaineers to climb Everest, Sherpa culture and discover the varied plant and animal life of the Everest region.
The trek continues along the rapid flowing glacial waters of the Dudh Kosi River with magnificent views of the mountains (Mt. Everest, Lhoste, Taboche Peak, Ama Dablam. You eventually reach an altitude of 3,800 meters at Tengboche. At the Tengboche monastery are unbelievably ornate wall hangings, a 20-foot sculpture of various poses of the Buddha, musical instruments and robes of the Lamas. Our group will be taken to observe a prayer ceremony, either in the evening or in the morning, depending on how the trekking goes this day.
The trek from Tengboche to Dingboche is only a short distance which we will most likely complete in the afternoon. The last hill into Dingboche, and at this high altitude, is challenging! The trail then heads to the village of Somare (4020m) and then to Orsho, both of which have lodged. Later the trail divides, with the left trail heading up to Pheriche before crossing a suspension bridge and a steep climb to the village of Dingboche (4460m) with many good guesthouses.
Our trek today begins at around 8.30 a.m taking us on a relatively easy route up to Chhukung. From here you get a superb view of Mt. Ama Dablam. The views from Chhukung and later in the valley of Island Peak is spectacular. From Nagarjuna, we have magnificent views of Lobuche East (6119m), Thamserku (6608m), Khangtega (6685m), Lobuche West (6145m), Taboche Peak (6542m) and Ama Dablam (6856m) Today’s trek is relatively short, mostly downhill, before reaching Dingboche where we stay overnight.
Today’s trek passes many Chortens (Tibetan shrines & tombs) taking around 1.5 hours before reaching the village of Thugla Ridge (4600m) where we have lunch at its tea house. After lunch, we head towards some towering peaks, such as Mt Pumori (7161m) and Mt. Nuptse (7861m) before reaching Lobuche Village (4940m). We then pass through an open valley before arriving at Thukla after leaving the Pheriche Aid Post at Pheriche (4371m). The aid post is manned during the peak trekking seasons We then descend to the yak pastures of the small settlement of Lobuche. Today’s trek will take around 6 hours.
We commence our trek to Mt. Everest Base Camp through the vast Gorak-Shep. Along the trail, we pass the Indian army mountaineers’ memorials. At this point the path can be confusing, so following your guide is important. The thin air at this high altitude can be exhausting. We traverse rocky dunes, moraine, and streams before reaching the Mt. Everest Base Camp. From Everest Base Camp you will see some of the world’s highest peaks, in stark contrast to the gray surroundings – especially in the spring. Before we are Khumbutse, Nuptse, and Pumori. We will then head back to Gorak Shep for a well earned night’s rest in Gorak Shep.
An early start to the day will be rewarded with unforgettable sunrise views from Kala Pathar – a photographer’s paradise! Mount Everest and other gigantic peaks will be in-your-face! After spending some time here to capture the views we will head back down to Gorakshep for a well-deserved breakfast. After breakfast, we will prepare for the scenic helicopter flight back to Kathmandu taking in some glorious views of the surrounding Himalayan Mountains.
Today, last day in amazing Nepal with great experience and fond memories of trekking, as per your time for an international flight, White Himalayan Adventure Trekking representative will transfer you to the airport for your final departure homeward bound or to your next destinations.
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