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Ebc and Gokyo Lakes Trek with Heli Return

A paced itinerary with acclimatization days, Sherpa leadership, and comfort upgrades from Kathmandu to Kala Patthar.

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“The guides were world-class and made us feel safe every step.”

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On Everest Base Camp Trek

“The ART Experince was truly artistic Our guide Dilman and our porter Mr Cow were incredible, insanely valuable additions to our trek and couldn't have done it without them. Always conscious of our needs and safety and were sneaking us extra blankets as required left right and centre. Absolutely no notes, thoroughly recommend Alpine for anything you're considering, boss Mr Dil was checking in throughout too. Loved it.”

Trip at a glance

Trip at a glance

Sixteen quick metrics to help you compare the Everest Base Camp classic with other Himalayan treks.

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Trip at a Glance

12 days

Kathmandu to Kathmandu

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  • Kathmandu to Kathmandu

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Trip overview

Designed for trekkers who want cultural immersion without rushing acclimatization. Expect sunrises, Sherpa monasteries, glacier walks, and nightly briefings. Two acclimatization layovers (Namche, Dingboche) help your body adjust while you explore side hikes such as Everest View Hotel and Nangkartsang…

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Day 1 · Fly Kathmandu → Lukla (2,860…
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  • 1

    Fly Kathmandu → Lukla (2,860 m) & Trek to Phakding (2,610 m)

    The morning air over Kathmandu smells of incense and jet fuel , a modern pilgrimage begins. Your 35-minute flight skims Himalayan ridgelines once mapped…

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    20 - 40 mins flight & 3 - 4 hrs walking
    Elevation
    2,860 m 2,610 m
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  • 2

    Phakding → Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

    Cross five suspension bridges , including the iconic Hillary Bridge, rebuilt in 2013 with steel donated by climbers worldwide. At Monjo, your TIMS and…

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    5 - 6 hrs
    Elevation
    3,440 m
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  • 3

    Acclimatization Hike to Hotel Everest View (3,880 m) & Khumjung Valley

    Acclimatization isn’t idleness; it’s an art. Climb gradually toward Hotel Everest View, certified by Guinness World Records as the world’s highest luxury hotel. Built…

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    3,880 m
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  • 4

    Namche → Dole (4,200 m)

    Leaving the bustling capital of Khumbu, the trail veers toward the Gokyo Valley , a route less traveled, more contemplative. Pass Mong La ridge,…

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    4,200 m
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  • 5

    Dole → Machhermo (4,470 m)

    The trail leaves the last shrubs behind and opens into tundra country. Here, the Dudh Koshi river turns silver beneath you, slicing through moraine…

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    4,470 m
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  • 6

    Machhermo → Gokyo (4,790 m)

    The valley narrows, the air thins, and the landscape turns lunar. First, a turquoise shimmer , the Lower Gokyo Lake, then the Second, and…

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    4,790 m
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  • 7

    Summit Gokyo Ri (5,357 m) & Return to Gokyo

    Predawn silence, stars bright enough to read by. Your headlamp beam catches ice crystals on prayer flags as you ascend Gokyo Ri. At the…

    Duration
    4- 5 hrs
    Elevation
    5,357 m &
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  • 8

    Gokyo → Thangnak (4,700 m)

    You cross the Ngozumpa Glacier, Nepal’s largest, a 2,000-year-old river of ice and stone stretching 36 kilometers. The path zigzags across a maze of…

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    4,910m
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  • 9

    Cross Cho La Pass (5,420 m) → Dzongla (4,830 m)

    You start before dawn, the world still asleep below a cold moon. The trail rises sharply onto the glacier, where seracs glint like cathedrals…

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    5,364m
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  • 10

    Dzongla → Lobuche (4,910 m)

    After the pass, the Khumbu valley widens again, and you rejoin the Everest Base Camp route. Stone chortens dot the ridge near Thukla Pass…

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    5,545m
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  • 11

    Lobuche → Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) → Gorak Shep (5,160 m)

    The final approach follows the Khumbu Glacier , a corridor of ice and memory. You pass creaking seracs and fluttering prayers until the yellow…

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    5,364 m & 5,160 m
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  • 12

    Kala Patthar Sunrise & Helicopter Return to Kathmandu

    At 3:30 a.m., you climb Kala Patthar (“Black Rock”). The ascent takes 90 minutes, but the view feels eternal. Everest (8,849 m) burns orange…

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    Day 13

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MEET GUIDES

Meet your guides

Handpicked Sherpa, climbing, and cultural experts for Everest departures.

Meet Your Guides

Dilman Gurung
4.9★25+ yrs

Dilman Gurung

Dilman Gurung is a seasoned Himalayan guide with a safety-first approach and rich local storytelling. Calm leadership with precise altitude management. Friendly and helpful. Rated 4.9★, with 25+ yrs experience, they are your ideal trekking companion.

Laxman Gurung
4.9★20+ yrs

Laxman Gurung

Laxman Gurung is a seasoned Himalayan guide with a safety-first approach and rich local storytelling. Calm leadership with precise altitude management. Friendly and helpful. Rated 4.9★, with 20+ yrs experience, they are your ideal trekking companion.

What’s included & what’s not

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Ebc and Gokyo Lakes Trek with Heli Return

Transparent pricing from the first deposit. Customize upgrades (helicopter exits, single supplements, hotel class) inside the Product Page editor.

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$2,399
Live per‑person price$2,399
Base price (per person)$2,399
Add‑ons (per person)$0
Total per person$2,399
Total for 2 people$4,798
  • Secure your departure with a $300 deposit. Balance due 30 days prior.
  • Prices include guide flights, porter insurance, and all permits.
Group Discount Price (Per Person)USD
Per person (group of 2+)
$1,299
Solo traveler supplement
+$350
Helicopter exit add-on
From $750

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Smart departures

14-day Everest Base Camp departures

Guaranteed & flexible start dates with limited group sizes.

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Jan 2026

Depart 1–13

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Jan 2026113 (13 days)From $1,289

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4.9★ on TripAdvisor & Google

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4.9★ on TripAdvisor & Google

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Memberships

TAAN · NMA · local partners

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No‑Surprises Guarantees

Taxes, permits, porter/guide wages, and meals included. No surprise invoices in Kathmandu.

Once you deposit we run the trek. Redundant Lukla flights, backup guides, and live waitlists keep teams moving.

WAFA-certified Sherpa leaders, oximeter checks, oxygen + SATCOM backups, and altitude physicians on-call.

Free date changes up to 14 days prior plus concierge planners to reroute or upgrade exits.

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Everest season intel

Everest Base Camp best season guide

Pick between spring rhododendrons or crisp autumn skies.

Today points to JanTap a month to preview trail feel
Crisp snowy ridge in mid-winter
Avg -5°C8 mm70% snow
Trail feel

Coldest, clear skies

EBC focus

Seasonal Indicators

Temp Rain
Avg Temperature (°C)-5 to 13
Jan
Rainfall (mm)max 240
Today: Jan
Selected: Jan
Lower rain
Higher temp
VisibilityGood
Views
Trail CrowdModerate
Footfall
ComfortHarsh Cold
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Snow RiskLikely
Snow

In the month of Jan, the average daytime temperature is -5.0°C, with about 8 mm of total rainfall, and a 70% chance of trail snowfall days. Coldest, clear skies. For conditions: Visibility is Good, Trail crowd is Moderate, Comfort feels Harsh Cold, and Snow risk is Likely.

Mar – Apr

Blooming valleys, mild temps, busier trails.

May – Jun

Warmer but hazier; consider early May.

Sep – Oct

Post-monsoon clarity, festivals, stable flights.

Nov – Dec

Cold evenings, quiet trails, clear mornings.

From early routes to today

History & milestones

British expeditions map Khumbu trade routes; trekking era begins.

Reconnaissance surveys
1921

Reconnaissance surveys

British expeditions map Khumbu trade routes; trekking era begins.

Sherpa Heritage

Sherpa culture monasteries resilience hospitality

Alpine Ecology

Glaciers rare fauna fragile flora

Climbing Ethics

Safety style stewardship evolving norms

Traveler Reviews

Traveler reviews

Real stories from previous Everest departures.

ART
5.0

The ART Experince was truly artistic Our guide Dilman and our porter Mr Cow were incredible, insanely valuable additions to our trek and couldn't have done it without them. Always conscious of our needs and safety and were sneaking us extra blankets as required left right and centre. Absolutely no notes, thoroughly recommend Alpine for anything you're considering, boss Mr Dil was checking in throughout too. Loved it.

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Real trekkers, real ART clips

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Sita & Jeevan · Google

5.0

Helicopter exits to Kala Patthar and those golden-hour teasers were unforgettable.

Lena & Mingma · TripAdvisor

5.0

ATE's team kept altitude on track while we filmed the sunrise clip—such a calm crew.

Rohan · Google

4.8

Guides captured the heli prep footage and kept us smiling through every reach.

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