Adventure Packages in Everest Region

A quick trip (under 4 hours)

If you have a free day in Kathmandu or a free morning and you want to do something adventurous and memorable, go on the Everest Base Camp helicopter tour. It is the shortest trip in the Everest region, and you can complete it in just four hours

Everest Base Camp helicopter tour

The Everest Base Camp helicopter tour is the quickest and most comfy way to travel in the Everest region. It is not just a helicopter flight; you also land at Lukla and Hotel Everest View. Moreover, you may land at Kala Patthar (subject to regulations).

The Everest Base Camp helicopter tour starts from Kathmandu and flies to Lukla. It will be around 45 minutes of flight. Here, a helicopter lands for around 15 minutes to refuel and continue the flight to Everest Base Camp. You will see all the villages on the mainstream EBC trail, like Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, etc.

Likewise, you will also see a grand view of the Khumbu Glacier and Khumbu Icefall. The mountain views are also stunning during the flight. If landing at Kala Patthar is allowed, you will be there for a maximum of five minutes.

Being at that altitude for over 5 minutes will increase the chance of altitude sickness, which is unsafe. After that, you will fly back to the Hotel Everest View and land here for a delicious breakfast. You will have half an hour to enjoy breakfast and return to Kathmandu.

The whole tour lasts around 4-5 hours. You will most likely start the tour in the early morning because the weather is best at this time. The Everest Base Camp helicopter tour is an ideal adventure for travelers with limited time and who can't go hiking.

Likewise, if you cannot trek because of health issues, a helicopter tour allows you to witness the heavenly beauty of Mount Everest closely and safely. We provide window seats to all participants. There is no age limit for the EBC helicopter tour. You can join us solo or with your loved ones.

General information

• Trip duration: 4-5 hours
• Difficulty: Easy
• Maximum altitude: 5,555 m/18,200 ft
• Package cost: USD 1,500 per person
• Group cost (4 to 10 pax): USD 1,300 to USD 1,400 per person
• Previous experience: Not required
• Best time: Throughout the year (March, April, May, late September, October, and November have the most stable weather)
• Transportation: Airport transfers as per itinerary and helicopter flight
• Accommodation: None
• Meals: None (travelers have to pay for their breakfast at the Hotel Everest View)
• Travel insurance: Your wish

Everest Base Camp helicopter tour itinerary

Day 01: Pick up from your hotel and drive to the airport. Attend the helicopter tour briefing and board the chopper. Fly to Lukla and continue to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar. Land at the Syangboche Airstrip for breakfast at the Hotel Everest View. Take a return flight to Kathmandu and drop off at your hotel

Beginner friendly

Below, we have shared two beginner-friendly adventure packages in the Everest region. These packages are also recommended to trekkers who have completed previous trekking expeditions but have not reached Everest Base Camp yet.

Everest Base Camp trek

If we talk about a bucket list adventure, most people will say trekking to Everest Base Camp. And why not? It is one of the life-changing trips in the Himalayas that benefits you physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

This trek is usually a 14 to 16-day trip in Nepal that starts in Kathmandu, the capital. From here, you will take the infamous Lukla flight and trek for multiple days through rhododendron-covered hills, Sherpa villages, and glacier moraines to reach Everest Base Camp, the lap of the tallest mountain in the world.

It is a difficult hike because of the rugged Himalayan terrain and constant ascends and descends. Hikers also have to adjust to changing elevations and deal with high altitudes. Likewise, given the adventurous and offbeat nature of the EBC trek, the services for the trekkers are simple and limited.

You will leave your digital world, junk foods, and procrastination behind and embark on a journey that demands you to break free from your limitations and push yourself. On the way, you will experience the mountain lifestyle and visit ancient monasteries.

Witness diverse landscapes and majestic views of tall Himalayan mountains. Connect to nature and your inner self. Unwind and rejuvenate. The more we talk about the Everest Base Camp trek, the more there is to share. Overall, it is one of the most famous adventures in the Everest region.

General information

• Trip duration: 14 days
• Difficulty: Moderate/challenging
• Maximum altitude: 5,545 m/18,192 ft
• Package cost: USD 1,500 per person
• Group cost (2 to 15 pax): USD 1,200 to USD 1,350 per person
• Previous trekking experience: Previous climbing experience is not required, but trekkers have to be physically and mentally fit
• Best time: March, April, May, late September, October, and November (winter trekking is also recommended)
• Transportation: Airport transfers as per itinerary and two Lukla flights
• Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and basic twin-shared lodge during trekking
• Meals: Only breakfasts in Kathmandu & breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the mountains
• Travel insurance: Must include medical and emergency helicopter evacuation coverage

Everest Base Camp trek itinerary

• Day 01: Welcome to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel
• Day 02: Fly from Kathmandu/Ramechhap airport to Lukla airport (2,846 m/9,337 ft) and trek to Phakding (2,610 m/8,563 ft)
• Day 03: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,290 ft)
• Day 04: Acclimatation day in Namche Bazaar. Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,962 m/13,000 ft)
• Day 05: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche Monastery (3,860 m/12,664 ft)
• Day 06: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410 m/14,468 ft)
• Day 07: Acclimatization in Dingboche; hike to Nagarjuna Hill (5,100 m/16,732 ft)
• Day 08: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940 m/16,207 ft)
• Day 09: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m/17,598 ft) via Gorak Shep (5,164 m) and back to Gorak Shep (5,164 m/16,942 ft) for a night's stay
• Day 10: Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 m/18,192 ft) early in the morning and trek down to Pheriche (4,371 m/14,340 ft)
• Day 11: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,290 ft)
• Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla  (2,846 m/9,337 ft)
• Day 13: Morning flight back to Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,593 ft) from Lukla airport
• Day 14: Departure day

Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return

The Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return is a shorter version of the standard 14-day itinerary. You will follow the same itinerary up to Kala Patthar. After enjoying the sunrise and mountain views from Kala Patthar, you will return to Gorak Shep.

Instead of continuing to descend to Pheriche, you will take a helicopter flight and fly back to Kathmandu. The EBC helicopter return trek saves you from three days of hiking, around 65 kilometers. You can complete the trek in just 11 to 12 days.

A helicopter flight also lets you witness the aerial view of the mountains and villages up close. It will be a very rewarding experience. The Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return is ideal for travelers on a short vacation or wanting to do the EBC trek differently.

Skipping the descent from Kala Patthar to Lukla definitely makes the Everest Base Camp trek more achievable and viable for those who are afraid of their physical abilities. Similarly, you will also escape from the nerve-racking take-off from Lukla Airport.

General information

• Trip duration: 14 days
• Difficulty: Moderate/challenging
• Maximum altitude: 5,545 m/18,192 ft
• Package cost: USD 2,350 per person
• Group cost (2 to 15 pax): USD 1,930 to USD 2,300 per person
• Previous trekking experience: Previous climbing experience is not required, but trekkers have to be physically and mentally fit
• Best time: March, April, May, late September, October, and November (winter trekking is also recommended)
• Transportation: Airport transfers as per itinerary, one commercial Lukla flight, and a helicopter flight from Gorak Shep to Kathmandu
• Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and basic twin-shared lodge during trekking
• Meals: Only breakfasts in Kathmandu and, breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the mountains
• Travel insurance: Must include medical and emergency helicopter evacuation coverage

Everest Base Camp trek with helicopter return itinerary

• Day 01: Welcome to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel
• Day 02: Fly from Kathmandu/Ramechhap airport to Lukla airport (2,846 m/9,337 ft) and trek to Phakding (2,610 m/8,563 ft)
• Day 03: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,290 ft)
• Day 04: Acclimatation day in Namche Bazaar. Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,962 m/13,000 ft)
• Day 05: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche Monastery (3,860 m/12,664 ft)
• Day 06: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410 m/14,468 ft)
• Day 07: Acclimatization in Dingboche; hike to Nagarjuna Hill (5,100 m/16,732 ft)
• Day 08: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940 m/16,207 ft)
• Day 09: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m/17,598 ft) via Gorak Shep (5,164 m) and back to Gorak Shep (5,164 m/16,942 ft) for a night's stay
• Day 10: Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 m/18,192 ft) early in the morning and helicopter flight back to Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,593 ft)
• Day 11: Departure day

For experienced trekkers

The below packages are good for trekkers with strong fitness and previous trekking experience. These two treks are quite challenging.

Everest Base Camp trek with Gokyo Lakes

The Everest Base Camp trek with Gokyo Lakes is an extended version. On this trek, you will follow a different route onward to Namche Bazaar. Instead of trekking to Tengboche and Dingboche villages, you will follow an offbeat, less busy trail to Gokyo Valley via villages like Dole and Machhermo.

This route has many steep and rocky sections. You will also cross the Ngozumpa Glacier moraine, which is the biggest glacier in Nepal. In Gokyo Valley, you will spend a night in Gokyo Village and explore different Gokyo Lakes. Gokyo Lakes are a high-altitude freshwater lake system that ranges from 4,700 m to 5,000 m.

Likewise, you will also hike to Gokyo Ri (5,400 m/17,814 ft) to see a gorgeous sunrise and heavenly view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Makalu, etc. From here onwards, the trek continues to Cho La Pass (5,420 m/17,782 ft). Yes, you will cross a high mountain pass following our Everest Base Camp trek with the Gokyo Lakes itinerary.

However, you also have an option to skip the pass. Crossing the pass will be challenging and very rewarding. Spend a night in Dzongla and hike to Everest Base Camp via Lobuche village and Gorak Shep. Enjoy a final ascend to Kala Patthar and trek back to Lukla.

The Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lakes trek is perfect for trekkers looking for a daring adventure in the Everest region. This version of the EBC trek is recommended to trekkers who are in good fitness and ideally have some previous high altitude/trekking expertise.

General information

• Trip duration: 16 days
• Difficulty: Challenging
• Maximum altitude: 5,545 m/18,192 ft
• Package cost: USD 1,600 per person
• Group cost (2 to 15 pax): USD 1,200 to USD 1,550 per person
• Previous trekking experience: Previous high-altitude and trekking experience required
• Best time: March, April, May, late September, October, and November
• Transportation: Airport transfers as per itinerary and two Lukla flights
• Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and basic twin-shared lodge during trekking
• Meals: Only breakfasts in Kathmandu & breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the mountains
• Travel insurance: Must include medical and emergency helicopter evacuation coverage

Everest Base Camp trek with Gokyo Lakes itinerary

• Day 01: Welcome to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel
• Day 02: Fly from Kathmandu/Ramechhap airport to Lukla airport (2,846 m/9,337 ft) and trek to Phakding (2,610 m/8,563 ft)
• Day 03: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,290 ft)
• Day 04: Acclimatation day in Namche Bazaar. Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,962 m/13,000 ft)
• Day 05: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dole (4,038 m/13,248 ft)
• Day 06: Trek from Dole to Machhermo (4,470 m/14,450 ft)
• Day 07: Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo village (4,790 m/15,584 ft)
• Day 08: Hike to Gokyo Ri (5,420 m/17,782 ft) and descend to Dragnak (4,700 m/15,420 ft)
• Day 09: Cross Cho La Pass (5,420 m/17,782 ft) and descend to Dzongla (4,830 m/15,846 ft) for the night stay
• Day 10: Trek from Dzongla to Lobuche (4,940 m/16,207 ft)
• Day 11: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m/17,598 ft) via Gorak Shep (5,164 m/16,942 ft) and back to Gorak Shep (5,164 m/16,942 ft) for a night's stay
• Day 12: Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 m/18,192 ft) early in the morning and trek down to Pheriche (4,371 m/14,340 ft)
• Day 13: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,290 ft)
• Day 14: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla  (2,846 m/9,337 ft)
• Day 15: Morning flight back to Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,593 ft) from Lukla airport
• Day 16: Departure day

Gokyo Lake trek

The Gokyo Lake trek is a fantastic alternative to the Everest Base Camp trek in the Everest region. You do not have to do the EBC trek to enjoy Mt. Everest views, and you do not necessarily have to trek to EBC to have a lifetime experience in the Himalayas and witness breathtaking landscapes.

The Gokyo Lake trek offers a tranquil journey off the mainstream EBC trail. On this trek, you will explore pristine villages like Dole, Machhermo, and Gokyo village. The Gokyo Lake trek starts with the usual Lukla flight, and you will trek to Namche Bazaar following the standard route.

Spend an acclimatization day here and continue trekking to Dole instead of Tengboche village. Not many travelers choose this route, so you will enjoy a peaceful walk. The mountain views are also surreal in this part of the Everest region. You will enjoy offbeat trekking.

The trail is steep and rocky and crosses a glacier moraine before reaching Gokyo Village. While in Gokyo village, you will discover Gokyo Lakes and hike to Gokyo Ri. Not only that, but you can also visit the isolated Cho Oyu Base Camp, which the trekkers rarely visit.

After enjoying your time in Gokyo village, you will follow the same trail via Dole and Namche Bazaar to Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu. The Gokyo Lake trek is ideal for trekkers with previous hiking experience.

General information

• Trip duration: 14 days
• Difficulty: Challenging
• Maximum altitude: 5,357 m/17,575 ft
• Package cost: USD 1,490 per person
• Group cost (2 to 15 pax): USD 1,350 per person
• Previous trekking experience: Previous high-altitude and trekking experience required
• Best time: March, April, May, late September, October, and November (winter trekking is also recommended)
• Transportation: Airport transfers as per itinerary and two Lukla flights
• Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and basic twin-shared lodge during trekking
• Meals: Only breakfasts in Kathmandu & breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the mountains
• Travel insurance: Must include medical and emergency helicopter evacuation coverage

Gokyo Lake trek itinerary

• Day 01: Welcome to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel
• Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing and trek preparation
• Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu/Ramechhap airport to Lukla airport (2,846 m/9,337 ft) and trek to Phakding (2,610 m/8,563 ft)
• Day 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,290 ft)
• Day 05: Acclimatation day in Namche Bazaar. Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,962 m/13,000 ft)
• Day 06: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dole (4,038 m/13,248 ft)
• Day 07: Trek from Dole to Machhermo (4,470 m/14,450 ft)
• Day 08: Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo village (4,790 m/15,584 ft)
• Day 09: Acclimatization day- hike to Gokyo Ri (5,400 m/17,814 ft)
• Day 10: Trek back to Dole (4,038 m/13,248 ft)
• Day 11: Trek from Dole to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,290 ft)
• Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla  (2,846 m/9,337 ft)
• Day 13: Morning flight back to Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,593 ft) from Lukla airport
• Day 14: Departure day

The ultimate adventure

Below, we have shared one of the ultimate adventures in the Everest region for travelers who want to step up their game in the Himalayas. We have introduced a trekking peak package. Yes, you will climb a 6,000-metre peak on this trip. Participants who want to join this package must have strong previous trekking experience and fitness.

Lobuche Peak Climbing

Lobuche Peak is a famous trekking peak in Nepal. Trekking peaks are considered beginner-friendly peaks with little to no technical climbing sections. These peaks are great for avid climbers who want to step into mountaineering.

You will test your strength and endurance, experience the true alpine environment, and see how much you can push your mind and body in extreme conditions. Lobuche Peak has two summits: East and West. Lobuche East Peak (6,119 m/20,075 ft) is the trekking peak and the most famous one.

Likewise, Lobuche West Peak (6,145 m/20,161 ft) is an expedition peak with many technical challenges. On the Lobuche Peak Climbing, you will summit the east peak. Climbing a peak is not an easy endeavor, even though it is called a trekking peak.

Participants must be physically and mentally strong and have previous high-altitude experience. While climbing the Lobuche Peak, you will learn a lot of climbing techniques and gear. Before heading to the summit, you will spend a night at Lobuche High Camp and traverse a 45° slope to reach the summit.

You can climb Lobuche Peak with or without hiking to Everest Base Camp and other parts of the Everest region, such as Gokyo Lakes. Our professional and expert Sherpa guides and porters will support the expedition, ensuring your safety in the mountains.

General information

• Trip duration: 18 days
• Difficulty: Physically demanding
• Maximum altitude: 6,119 m/20,075 ft
• Package cost: USD 2,000 per person
• Group cost (2 to 15 pax): USD 1,7000 to USD 1,900 per person
• Previous climbing experience: Previous climbing experience is not required, but previous high-altitude experience with strong fitness and determination is a must
• Best time: March, April, May, late September, October, and November
• Transportation: Airport transfers as per itinerary and two Lukla flights
• Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu, lodge during trekking, and high-standard alpine tents while climbing
• Meals: Only breakfasts in Kathmandu & breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the mountains
• Travel insurance: Must include medical and emergency helicopter evacuation coverage

Lobuche Peak climbing itinerary

The itinerary below does not include an excursion to Everest Base Camp, but you will hike to Kala Patthar to acclimatize before ascending to Lobuche Base Camp. 

• Day 01: Welcome to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel
• Day 02: Fly from Kathmandu/Ramechhap airport to Lukla airport (2,846 m/9,337 ft) and trek to Phakding (2,610 m/8,563 ft)
• Day 03: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,290 ft)
• Day 04: Acclimatation day in Namche Bazaar. Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,962 m/13,000 ft)
• Day 05: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche Monastery (3,860 m/12,664 ft)
• Day 06: Trek from Tengboche to Pheriche (4,371 m/14,340 ft)
• Day 07: Trek from Pheriche to Dughla (4,620 m/15,157 ft)
• Day 08: Trek from Dughla to Lobuche village (4,940 m/16,207 ft)
• Day 09: Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 m/18,192 ft) and return to Lobuche village to spend the night
• Day 10: Climb from Lobuche village to Lobuche Base Camp (5,010 m/16,437 ft)
• Day 11: Climb from Lobuche Base Camp to Lobuche High Camp (5,400 m/17,716 ft)
• Day 12: Reach the Lobuche East Peak summit (6,119 m/20,075 ft) and descend to Lobuche Base Camp (5,010 m/16,437 ft)
• Day 13: Descend from Lobuche Base Camp to Pangboche (3,910 m/12,828 ft)
• Day 14: Trek from Pangboche to Tengboche (3,860 m/12,664 ft)
• Day 15: Trek from Tengboche to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,290 ft)
• Day 16: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla  (2,846 m/9,337 ft)
• Day 17: Morning flight back to Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,593 ft) from Lukla airport
• Day 18: Departure day

Conclusion

Whatever package you choose for your Everest adventure we, Adventure White Mountain, will be your reliable travel partner in Nepal. Remember us for any trek, climbing, or tour in Nepal. We have the best itineraries, prices, and teams, guaranteeing a safe, fun, and memorable trip.