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Every trekker's dream is to do the Everest Base Camp Trek once in their life. Meanwhile getting EBC trek with heli return is a beautiful opportunity in itself. Roving Nepal Trek has been making it possible to complete this trek.
It is a 12-day trek where you will be standing beneath the tallest mountain in the world. Besides Everest, there are opportunities to view mountains like Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, etc.
However, a good trekking agency like Roving Nepal Trek is a must if you are thinking of making this journey safe and memorable. There are many more aspects to understand than itinerary so stick with us as we explain in detail.
These could be important questions that readers might be having. Whether they can perform this trek or not could be the major query. To make it easier to understand you will need to be physically fit.
Although the experienced guides from Roving Nepal Trek will help you your physical stamina is the key. You will need to trek for at least 5 hours in the rugged terrains every day. Not only that some days might be longer for treks.
The changes in weather along with the frequent drop in weather could present new challenges but with good physical health and mental strength you can do it.
The answer to this could be different for different people. The major reason why the EBC trek with heli return is difficult is because you need to be fit.
If you have an experience of trekking and can walk the long journey it isn't difficult. EBC trek with heli return isn't as tough as the Annapurna circuit trek.
There might be rugged terrains even in EBC trek with heli return but with the fixed routes the journey seems to be easier. Meanwhile, the experienced guides from Roving Nepal Trek make the journey worth your effort.
Lastly, you will need to be in good physical shape and start your physical exercises 3 months before starting this trekking journey. Anyone with an increased weight shouldn't focus on this trekking journey.
Like a lot of other treks in Nepal, autumn and spring are the best time to do the EBC trek with heli return. With the best weather and clear skies, you get an opportunity to embrace the actual beauty of Nepal.
However, it doesn't mean you only can perform treks in autumn and spring. There are a lot of trekkers who book the winter treks with Roving Nepal Trek for EBC with heli return. But it is important to say these are tough times.
You will need to be an experienced trekker to do the EBC trek with heli return during the winter season. With the temperature going below negative, it becomes very difficult to complete the trek.
Advantages of Choosing Roving Nepal Trek for EBC Trek with Heli Return
There are plenty of trekking agencies in Kathmandu and overall Nepal that provide the EBC trek with heli return. But there are some specific advantages of choosing Roving Nepal Trek as your next guide for the trip.
Not only with the experience of the guides and also the rich history of the trekking agency, there are some unique and specific reasons why you should choose, Roving Nepal Trek. They are:
It is very difficult to predict the actual cost of an EBC trek with heli return. Any trek that goes beyond 10 days majorly remains on the higher side. Not only that EBC is a tough trek and you could face some unseen circumstances.
This could result in increased and decreased costs. But with Roving Nepal Trek you could have some cost considerations if you book in with a larger group.
From accommodation to food and other unseen circumstances, the cost could be high or low based on the situation. Henceforth predicting the actual cost is tough. If you are willing to know in more detail contact Roving Nepal Trek.
Accommodation 3-star Hotel
Max. altitude 1,400m / 4,593ft.
Accommodation Tea House
Max. altitude 2,610m / 8,563ft. The third day marks the entry to the gateway of Mount Everest. Yes, we are talking about Namche Bazaar. Following a long and rigged trek of more than 5 hours we will reach Namche Bazaar, spending the night there
Accommodation Tea House
Max. altitude 3,440m / 11,286ft.
Accommodation Tea House
Max. altitude 3,440m / 11,286ft.
Accommodation Tea House
Max. altitude 3,860m / 12,664ft.
Accommodation Tea House
Max. altitude 4,410m / 14,469ft.
Accommodation Tea HOUSE
Max. altitude 5,083m / 16,677ft. The journey moves to even tougher terrains when we trek towards Dingboche. Trekkers could feel slight altitude sickness as the altitude reaches 4910m. A trekking of 6 hours will take you to Dingboche.
Accommodation Tea House
Max. altitude 4,910m / 16,109ft.
Accommodation Tea House
Max. altitude 5,364m / 17,598ft.
Accommodation tea House
Max. altitude 5,555m / 18,225ft. As the Roving Nepal Trek team celebrates their journey at Lukla, we have to return to Kathmandu on the 11th day. It will be a 35 minute flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. As we reach Kathmandu, tourists have an option to tour the city as the guides will help you with it
Accommodation 3-star Hotel
Max. altitude 1,400m / 4,593ft. Two nights 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
All Ground Transport n private vehicles , includes airport pick up drop
Two nights 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
Full board meals during the trek.
Best available twin-sharing lodge-to-lodge accommodation during the trek
One highly experienced, helpful, and friendly guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people), and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff.
Round-trip to/from Lukla, including transfers (flights operate via Ramechhap Airport during peak season).
Duffle bag for the trek.
Service of Heli shuttle from Gorekshep to Lukla.
Duffle bag for the trek.
Down jacket and sleeping bag during the trek, if required.
Roving Nepal Trek T-shirt, trekking map, and trip achievement certificate.
First aid medicine kit with an oximeter to monitor oxygen level and heartbeat during the trek.
All required trekking permits, including Sagarmatha National Park and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality fees.
Government taxes & office service charge
Lunches and dinners while in Kathmandu.
Personal travel insurance.
International airfare.
Nepal entry visa. Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, a visa can be obtained quickly. A multiple-entry tourist visa for 30 days is available for US $50 or equivalent in foreign currency. Similarly, a multiple-entry tourist visa for 90 days can be obtained for US $100. Please bring two passport-size photos.
Soft drinks, including water.
Local/guided tours in Kathmandu.
Snacks and other personal expenses.
Hot showers during the trek, except in Phakding, Namche, and Lukla.
Personal trekking equipment.
Wi-Fi internet and phone calls unless they are free.
Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers.
Your Start Date is the day you land in Nepal, and your End Date is when you fly home.
If the set Everest Base Camp Trek With Heli Return group dates don’t suit your schedule, we can offer alternative dates upon request.
EBC was my best trip ever. The beauty of Nepal is cant be compared. Big thanks to the Roving hiking team which made the trek easy and smooth for us to cover. Special thnx to GOKARNA. LOVE EBC.