Highlights of Everest Base Camp Premium Trekking Package
- Get the best trekking package and service available for Everest Base Camp, focusing on comfort and relaxation.
- Get the mesmerizing sunrise or sunset view from the vantage point of Kalapatthar.
- Explore the Sagarmatha region in luxury through a helicopter ride and aerial view of the mesmerizing mountain range.
- Get a chance to explore the Sagarmatha National Park and see exotic flora and fauna.
- Land at Kalapatthar and see Khumbu Glacier and Icefall, Nepal’s largest glacier.
- Explore the world’s highest freshwater lakes, comprising five lakes known as Gokyo Lakes.
- Explore the vibrant village of Namche and understand more about Sherpa culture and the history of mountaineering.
- Immerse in the beauty and spirituality of the Tengboche monastery and learn more about Buddhist culture, festivals, and traditions.
- Have a chance to see some of the highest snow-capped mountains, including Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Cho Oyu, Makalu, and Pumori.
Introduction: Everest Base Camp Premium Trekking Package
The premium package of the Everest Base Camp trekking pacakge with Helicopter landing at Kala Patthar and Gokyo is designed to adjust to an individual's needs for a better trekking experience. The trek suits solo and group trekkers who don't want strenuous walking. Omitting a strenuous walk and replacing it with a fairly easy walk will enable a wide age group to travel towards the Everest Base Camp. The trek will also include the top-notch services available in the Everest region, so the elderly and children will get the maximum level of comfort offered.
Trekking towards the Everest Base Camp on a normal budget is cheap but can be hectic. With a normal budget, trekkers need to adjust to basic accommodation options, normal drinking water, and no Wi-Fi and electricity, which can ruin the experience. Despite that, with additional cost, trekkers can get cozy accommodation, safe drinking water, and other important amenities like electric blankets, electricity, hot showers, and Wi-Fi. Thereby giving a premium vibe throughout the trek without much hassle.
The tallest mountain in the world, Mount Everest (8848 m), lies in the Mahalangur range of the Himalayan region of Nepal. The roof of the world provides a spectacular vantage point for viewing the snow-capped mountains through trekking or helicopter tours. Any nature enthusiasts and adventure lovers find Everest to be their dream destination. However, those who make Everest a must-visit place must walk 8-9 hours daily to reach it if they are on a budget. But for those who want a cozy experience, the Everest Base Camp Premium is the perfect trekking package with little added cost, which is worth it.
Trekkers will land at Kalapatthar and fly towards the pristine Gokyo Lake and Gokyo Ri. The added destination of Gokyo will splash beautiful colors on the trek, giving you a complete experience of Everest and its top attractions. Gokyo is one of the highest settlements in the world, which gives a beautiful view of five tranquil glacial treks that are altogether known as Gokyo Lakes. Views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and the Ngozumpa glacier are prominent from the Gokyo Lake. Likewise, Gokyo Ri is another vantage point situated atop Gokyo Lake, and the beautiful 360-degree view of the area is indescribable. Those who visit Gokyo and Gokyo Ri can genuinely say they have seen all Everest offers.
Likewise, people on the Everest Base Camp trek get the opportunity to blend with the Sherpa community, which is the locals of the region. Sherpas are renowned for their hospitality and shear strength, and their background of trekking and mountaineering is sure to amaze anyone. The unique food, culture, and tradition of the Sherpas provide another reason to visit the mighty Everest.
Another exciting thing about Everest is that the Everest Base Camp trekking itinerary falls under the Sagarmatha National Park. The Sagarmatha National Park is home to some of the most exotic flora and fauna found in Nepal. The wildlife available in the Sagarmatha National Park includes the Snow leopard, Himalayan black bear, Musk deer, Red panda, Himalayan tahr, Himalayan wolves, Impeyan pheasant, Blood Pheasant, Red-billed chough, and many others.
The Everest trekking route is mainly clear and comfortable during spring and autumn, so we recommend visiting during these periods. Spring lasts from March to May, and autumn, from September to November, is also the best season to visit Nepal. However, trekkers can trek to the Everest Base Camp all year round.
Why choose Everest Base Camp Premium Package?
- The Everest base camp premium trekking package is the best option for travelers with limited time who want to experience the luxury and comfortable trekking. This trek is short, so it’s suitable for travelers with normal fitness.
- A trekking package usually comes with a local guide to help the trekkers with trails and local culture, who would help with altitude sickness monitoring and cultural insights, also helping them carry their heavy gear, which makes the trek much easier.
- Walking through Sherpa villages like Namche, Dingboche, and Tengboche, we have opportunities to explore Sherpa daily life and their culture. This package also includes visits to Sherpa villages, local cultural and traditional insights, and experiences.
- This package includes nutritious food suitable for trekkers. Porters to support by carrying your gear, providing comfortable beds, and serving tea.
- With Trekking Planners Nepal Pvt. Ltd manages all arrangements, from helicopter to accommodation planning and emergency services, providing stress relief and Mountain adventure.
What to expect during Everest Base Camp Premium Trekking?
Everest Base Camp premium trekking package offers breathtaking views of the mountain, Kalapatthar, and Gokyo village, with cultural experiences, and the helicopter ride is the highlight of the trek, making travel more comfortable and luxurious. This trek is perfect for those with limited time, families, and those who prefer luxury and a comfortable adventure.
1. Stunning view
The Everest base camp offers stunning views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Nuptse, with sunrise and sunset views from Kala Patthar and panoramic views of snow-capped mountains. You can see the mountains clearly, which offer unforgettable photography opportunities.
2. Helicopter Travel
The helicopter ride is the main highlight of this trip, offering majestic views of Everest, Kalapatthar, Gokyo Valley, and Ngozumpa Glacier. It offers a stress-relief journey and makes the trek suitable for older travelers and those with limited time, without the physical difficulties of long walks. You can experience unique adventure and photography opportunities from the air, making it unforgettable.
3. Convenient Trekking
This trek follows well-planned trails with short walking trails. This journey is suitable for families, beginners, and older travelers because it doesn’t require much physical strength and includes a helicopter ride, making it easier and faster. Trek provides experienced guides and porters to make your trip more comfortable and enjoyable.
4. Cultural Experience
Walking through the Sherpa village, trekkers can explore Sherpa communities and their local lifestyle, visit ancient monasteries and see prayer flags in different colors. You also have a chance to learn about Sherpa customs, festivals, and traditional rituals. Villages like Namche, Dingboche, and Tengboche reflect the traditions of Sherpa communities. In the Sherpa village, you can observe their farming and expertise at high altitude.
What is a premium Everest Base Camp trek with Helicopter landing at Kala Patthar and Gokyo?
Premium Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most relaxing and comfortable trekking packages available in the Everest region. The premium aspect of the Everest trek includes luxurious accommodation with all the possible amenities. Food, helicopter tours, personalized guide service, safe drinking water, and high-quality gear rentals are some facilities that make the trekking package premium.
While food is the primary concern during the trek, the package promises to provide the best high-quality meals in the Khumbu region. A wider range of cuisines prepared from fresh ingredients that can accommodate several dietary preferences is made available. Likewise, there is dining flexibility in some of Everest's most iconic locations.
Besides this, the transportation is mainly by Helicopter, which significantly reduces the physical strain of high-altitude trekking. Most of the transport is done in a helicopter, with an aim to reduce the chances of mountain sickness and encompass most of the landmarks in a short period of time.
On the other hand, trekkers also benefit from personalized service, where they will get top-quality guides and porters who are readily available for service. Trekkers are provided with experienced guides who are local to the region and capable of taking care of you. The guides are trained to give all the information about the Everest region, including history, mountain names, medical knowledge, and safety procedures.
Features like high-quality trekking gear rentals, oxygen cylinders, a medical kit, and 24/7 support are also added, providing some of the best services required for the trek.
How does the Everest Base Camp Premium trek start and end?
The Everest Base Camp premium starts with the arrival in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu. Upon reaching Kathmandu, a tour of the city is included, and then the flight to Lukla, the gateway to Everest, where the trek officially begins.
Upon reaching Lukla, the trek begins at Phakding, marking the first overnight stay in the Everest region. After Phakding, you will walk towards Namche for an overnight stay. Namche is the most popular settlement on Everest, and it is renowned as the first acclimatization point during Everest Base Camp trekking. So, you will spend an extra day acclimatizing in Namche. After Namche, you will walk towards Tengboche, the oldest monastery of Everest, known as Tengboche Monastery.
Then, you make your way to Dingboche, where the second acclimatization takes place. After Dingboche, the helicopter tour starts. Then, you will fly over Everest Base Camp and land at Kalapatthar. After spending quality time in Kalapatthar, you will fly towards Gokyo to view the magnificent lake. Then, you can climb the Gokyo Ri for a view of snow-capped mountains.
As time goes by in Gokyo, you will fly back to Hotel Everest View. After a delicious breakfast in Hotel Everest View, you will head back to Lukla via Helicopter and then return to Kathmandu on a flight. Upon reaching Kathmandu, your Everest Base Camp premium trekking comes to an end.
What mountains are seen during the Everest premium trekking package?
On the other hand, trekkers will have the opportunity to view the snow-capped mountains of the Mahalangur range. The astonishing view of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Cholatse, Thamserku, Cho Oyu, and Makalu is sure to mesmerize anyone along the Everest Base Camp route. Besides the prominent peaks, other equally essential peaks include Mt. Khumbila (5717m), Mt. Taboche (6495 m), Mt. Thamserku (6623 m), Mt. Kusum Kanguru (6367 m), Mt. Nupla (5869 m), Mt. Shar-Kongde Ri (6083m), and Mt. Nup-Kongde Ri (6004 m).
What's included during the Kathmandu sightseeing tour?
The Everest Base Camp premium trekking package includes the one-day Kathmandu City tour. So, trekkers will spend an additional day visiting some of the popular attractions in Kathmandu. The Kathmandu one-day sightseeing tour includes a visit to the UNESCO world heritage sites, namely Swayambhunath Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath Stupa. These places are religious and cultural places that showcase Nepalese's ancient history, customs, and practices. Besides these, there are also other attractions that tourists can be fond of, such as Chandragiri Temple and Nagarkot. A brief description of all these places is below:
Swayambhunath Temple: The temple is also known as the Monkey Temple. It is a hilltop stupa that portrays a panoramic view of Kathmandu City. Several holy monkeys all around the stupa give it the name Monkey Temple. The temple is a blend of Hinduism and Buddhism, a unique trend not found anywhere in the world. Various temples, chortens, monasteries, and a library give the Swayambhunath temple its prominent features.
Kathmandu Durbar Square: The Durbar Square is the jewel of Kathmandu, which is situated in the heart of the city. The Kathmandu Durbar Square is a royal courtyard established during the Malla regime. The total structures in the durbar square are made in Pagoda or Newari architecture. Tourists can see intricate carvings, wood, stone, metal, and other art forms in the square. Some prominent buildings in Durbar Square are the Kal Bhairav Statue, Taleju Temple, Hanuman Dhoka Palace, Kumari Temple (home of the living goddess), and many others.
Pashupatinath Temple: The Pashupatinath temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Nepal, and its actual establishment date is unclear and needs to be clarified. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction, Lord Shiva. Although entry to the main temple is only allowed to Hindus, there is plenty to watch out for non-Hindus, too. The prominent attractions of Pashupatinath temple are Mukhalinga, Guhyeshwari Temple, Gorakhnath Temple, Western Cremation Ghats, and others.
Boudhanath Temple: The Boudhanath stupa is a white dome-shaped structure that symbolizes Mt.Sumeru (the king of mountains).The dome also has a pinnacle and Buddha's eye, representing wisdom. The major attractions of the Boudhanath stupa are Ajima Temple, Historical Pond and Ghyoilisang Peace Park, Guru Lhakhang Monastery, Jhamchen Lhakhang Monastery, and Samteling Monastery.
Nagarkot: This pristine location is in the Bhaktapur district of Nepal. The hilltop station of Nagarkot provides a splendid view of the fantastic Himalayas, including the Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh, Langtang, and Jugal Himal ranges.
Chandragiri Hills: The Chandragiri Hills lie on the southwest side of Thankot. To reach the hill station, tourists need to book a cable car (ropeway) that lasts 17 minutes and takes them to an altitude of 2,551 meters. On the top of the hill, a temple is located, which is dedicated to the Hindu deity Baleshwor Mahadev. The station offers a magnificent view of the Himalayan range, including Annapurna and Everest.
Is the Everest Base Camp premium trek package right for you?
The Everest Base Camp premium trekking is a comprehensive, meticulously planned trekking package. It is mainly dedicated to trekkers who wish to enjoy the maximum possible amenities in the Everest region and enjoy the trek in comfort.
Trekking provides a splendid opportunity to complete the iconic trek in style. However, the premium trek can be different from the basic one. Anyone not bothered by the cost or simply wants luxury during the trek can enjoy the premium experience.
However, trekkers should understand that the premium package also involves walking along the Everest Base Camp route, so the trekking experience is partially included. Trekkers only experience luxury in the accommodation options, which makes it suitable for beginner-level trekkers. Similarly, trekkers without experience with high-altitude trekking can go on the premium trek without hesitation, making sure the package is right for them.
The premium Everest package is the best option for those who wish to reach the iconic Everest Base Camp without much trouble. Trekkers will get a guide and porter to assist them in the trek and help them with their requests. Trekkers can see the snow-capped mountains and get information regarding the area and culture. People can relax with the best amenities, including electric blankets, Wi-Fi, and electricity. They can also take a helicopter towards Everest and Gokyo and fly back to lower altitudes without having much trouble with altitude sickness.
The only drawback is the cost compared to the standard Everest Base Camp itinerary. However, with the provided amenities, the cost is not the issue. So, travel in luxury, as the range of suitability of the trek is wide. The package is best for the elderly or families with children. For those who like to see nature and culture, the trek is best for you. For those who want to experience Everest in luxury, the trek is best for you.
Everest Base Camp premium package altitude profile
The Everest Base Camp Premium Trekking starts from the capital city of Nepal- Kathmandu, which resides at 1,400 meters. After that, the flight takes place from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,860 meters). The next destination to stay is Phakding, which is 2,610 meters. From Phakding, you will move towards Namche at 3,440 meters. From Namche, trekkers will carry on the trek towards Tengboche, which is situated at 3,860 meters. From Tengboche, the next and final trekking destination is Dingboche, which is located at 4,410 meters. Then the helicopter tour starts at Everest Base Camp (5,364 meters) and lands at Kalapatthar (5,545 meters).
After Kalapatthar, the Helicopter takes passengers to Gokyo at 4,750 meters, where they can spend quality time viewing the turquoise lakes. Then, the Helicopter returns to land at Lukla (2,860 meters). You will take the flight back to Kathmandu from Lukla at the end of the journey.
So, there is a significant elevation gain while walking from Phakding to Namche. Above Namche, trekkers will take a helicopter where altitude will not play a vital role. Similarly, trekkers will spend some time in Kalapatthar and Gokyo, which are higher in elevation than Everest Base Camp. After that, the rest of the visit is at a lower altitude, thus omitting any chances of altitude sickness and giving a complete Everest region experience.
Is Kala Patthar worth visiting?
Kala Patthar is the vantage point of the Everest region, which provides the best view of Everest. Kalapatthar lies at an altitude of 5,545 meters, while Everest Base Camp lies at 5,364 meters. Many make Everest Base Camp the ultimate destination; however, reaching Everest Base Camp does not give the maximum view of the highest mountain in the world.
Everest is blocked by Nuptse, the mountain in front, and only the summit of Everest can be seen. So, reaching Everest Base Camp does not fully show the mountain, and for the grand view of Everest, it is necessary to head towards Kalapatthar.
To reach Kalapatthar, trekkers need to move back from EBC and reach Gorakshep, the last settlement of Everest. Then, from Gorak Shep, one needs to take the route that heads towards Kalapatthar, which takes about two to three hours.
Besides the grand view of Everest, Kalapatthar is also renowned for sunrise and sunset views. The point showcases pink and red hues on the snow-capped mountains as the sun's rays hit early in the morning. Similarly, Kalapatthar also allows a good view of the Khumbu Glacier and Khumbu Icefall, the biggest glacier in the Khumbu region.
However, the altitude of Kalapatthar is higher than that of Everest, and many people find it difficult to stay here long, not only because of the altitude but also due to cold climatic conditions. So, deciding whether you want to go to Kalapatthar is up to you. However, the Everest Base Camp premium package allows visits to Kalapatthar via Helicopter. So, the difficulty is not an issue. And for those who wish to visit the vantage point by walking, then it is totally worth visiting due to the beauty of Everest, the Khumbu glacier, and the Khumbu icefall one can experience.
Outline Everest Base Camp Premium Trekking Package Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2: Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu
Day 3: Flight to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 4: Trek to Namche from Phakding
Day 5: Acclimatization day in Namche, hike to Everest View Hotel
Day 6: Trek to Tengboche from Namche
Day 7: Trek to Dingboche from Tengboche
Day 8: Flyover Everest base camp and land at Kalapatthar, Fly to Gokyo, land at Gokyo, and return to Lukla same day afternoon fly back to Kathamndu
Day 9: Final Departure
