Manthali to Lukla Flight (March, April, May, October, and November)
During peak seasons, such as March, April, May, October, and November, the flight to Lukla will be operated from Ramechhap/Manthali due to air traffic expansion. The Manthali/Ramechhap airport is about a 5 to 6 hours drive away from Kathmandu. On this day, we wake up between 1:00 AM and 3:00 AM, take an escorted shuttle to Manthali Airport in a shared tourist vehicle, and board a 20-minute flight to Lukla.

Kathmandu to Lukla Flight (January, February, June, July, August, September, and December)
The flight to Lukla is typically operated from Kathmandu during nonpeak seasons, which include January, February, June, July, August, September, and December. Please be aware that the decision regarding the operation of flights solely depends on the airline and is influenced by the volume of travelers during a specific month. On this day, we wake up between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM. Our staff will escort you to the domestic airport terminal in Kathmandu, where you will board a 35-minute flight to Lukla.

 Helicopter Option

You have the option to book a direct helicopter flight from Kathmandu to Lukla for an extra charge of USD 550 per person. This price is quoted on a 5-people sharing basis. This is the best alternative to avoid the long drive to Manthali airport during peak season (March, April, May, October, and November).

Prepare your luggage for the trek the day before the flight. You will be arriving at the Tenzing Hillary Airport early in the morning. Breakfast in Lukla. Porters will meet the group in Lukla and are assigned to carry luggage. For every two clients, one porter is assigned.

Today we trek to Phakding. The trail is straightforward. We head out of Lukla and follow the Dudh Koshi River downhill. The route connects to the Namche Bazaar trail, just above Chaurikharka (2,713 m). Continuing, we come across the small village of Ghat. After a brisk hike, we arrive at Phakding.

We continue trekking along the banks of the Dudh Kosi, crossing this majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges laden with prayer flags.

After entering Sagarmatha National Park, the trail climbs steeply with breathtaking views. Namche Bazaar known as the Gateway to Everest which is home to many quality restaurants, hotels, lodges, shops, money exchange, internet cafe and a bakery. Namche is one of the biggest villages along the whole Everest trail.

We will spend a day here in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning of the air pressure. In a short trek in and around Namche Bazar, we can see rewarding views of the Himalayas with a stunning sunrise and sunset over the panorama of Khumbu peaks.

One of the highlights of our acclimatization day is the hike to Hotel Everest View, renowned as one of the best viewpoints in the Everest region.

After breakfast in Namche Bazaaar, the trek continues along a high Himalayan trail with breathtaking views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. We trek to an altitude of 3,820 m/12,532 ft today.

The path then decends towards a beautiful village, Phunki Tenga where we stop and have today’s lunch. From here, a steady uphill climb leads to the spiritual village of Tengboche, home to the famous Tengboche Monastery.

Inside the monastery are incredibly ornate wall hangings, a 20-foot sculpture of Buddha, and the musical instruments and robes of the Lamas. A ceremony at the monastery takes place every day in the morning at 3 pm later.

After exploring the monastery and enjoying panoramic mountain vistas, continue on a short, peaceful walk-through forested trails to Deboche. Deboche is a peaceful Sherpa village surrounded by forests, offering a calm overnight stay with beautiful views of Mount Ama Dablam.

Our uphill trek continues, through scenic alpine trails, crossing the Imja Khola and passing the charming village of Pangboche.

It is one of the oldest settlements in the Khumbu region renowned for its ancient monastery believed to be the oldest in the area.

The route gradually ascends through open landscapes with dramatic views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Island Peak.

As you gain altitude, the terrain becomes more rugged and expansive, leading to the beautiful high-altitude village of Dingboche, which is also popular acclimatization stop for standard EBC Trek and Everest Three High Passes Trek.

On this day you can enjoy another day for acclimatization. We will have trip to Chhukung valley via the Imja Khola valley to get a marvelous view of the surrounding mountains, especially Lhotse’s massive south wall, then return to Dingboche in the evening.

Today, the trail continues along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier and passes by stone memorials for climbers who have perished on nearby summits.

We continue to climb as we are heading to the altitude of 4,910 m/16,108 ft. at Lobuche, which is really just a few huts at the foot of the giant Lobuche peak. Some breathing problems may arise today due to altitude.

This is the big and difficult day walk along the Khumbu Glacier and up to Everest Base Camp at 5,364 m/17,599 ft., the closest you can get to Mt. Everest without mountaineering equipment. The view of the Khumbu Icefall from the Base Camp is spectacular. We return back to Gorak Shep for the night.

This will be another big and rewarding day of the trek. Most of the morning on this day is spent climbing Mt. Kalapatthar, a small peak (by Himalayan standards) at 5,555 m/18,225 ft. The ascent is demanding but the climber gets the most magnificent mountain panorama:

Everest, the highest point on the planet at 8,848.86 m/29,031 ft, towers directly ahead, and on all sides loom the other giants, Nuptse, Pumori, Chagatse, Lhotse, and countless others. We make a quick descent to Gorak Shep, a tiny hamlet at 5,164 meters then trek down to Pangboche village.

From Pangboche, leaving mountains behind us our descent takes us through Tengboche Monastery at an elevation of 3,860 m/12,664 ft before continuing back to the town of Namche Bazaar at 3,440 m/11,287 ft. We arrive back in Namche Bazaar in the afternoon.

Finally we return to Lukla where the trek began, which will seem like a lifetime ago. Enjoying time to reflect on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part. Also giving you time to explore the town.

Lukla to Manthali Flight (March, April, May, October, and November)
The flight from Lukla to Manthali is a 20-minute flight. After that, it is about a 5 to 6 hour drive to Kathmandu. Please note that the driving hours may vary according to the highway traffic condition. You’ll be transferred to the hotel in Kathmandu on a shared tourist vehicle.

Lukla to Kathmandu Flight (January, February, June, July, August, September, and December)
The flight from Lukla takes about 35 minutes. After arriving at the airport, you will be transferred to the hotel in Kathmandu via a shared tourist vehicle.  Please be aware that the decision regarding the operation of flights solely depends on the airline and is influenced by the volume of travelers during a specific month.

 Helicopter Option

You have the option to book a direct helicopter flight from Lukla to Kathmandu for an extra charge of USD 550 per person. This price is quoted on a 5-people sharing basis. This is the best alternative to avoid the long drive to from Manthali airport to Kathmandu during peak season (March, April, May, October and November).

You might want to stay a little more in Nepal. If you are looking for extending your trip, there are options such as a visit to Chitwan National Park, known for wildlife viewing and to Pokhara, considered one of the most beautiful cities of Nepal. You can also extend your trip to Tibet, India or Bhutan.

And, at the end of this day, we host a farewell dinner at a fine restaurant.

It’s the end of our exciting journey in the Everest region! Today we conclude our Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek. One of our airport representatives will accompany you to the International Airport for your flight back home. We bid you farewell and hope you’ll travel to Nepal again.