Gokyo Lake to Everest Base Camp Trek

Gokyo Lake to Everest Base Camp Trek via Chola pass is full of exciting adventures! Every stop during this 2 week journey is a highlight in itself. Asian Journey takes you on a more than two week journey in the land of the brave mountain Sherpas, located on the foothills, right under the highest peak in the world, Mt. Everest (8848m). Throughout this journey you will come across the most welcoming people on the planet, a crystal clear glacial lake, how the world would look like from the top of the Gokyo peak, Mt. Everest showered in the morning sun, mystical monasteries and hundreds of different spectacular landscapes!

The trail kicks off at Lukla that brings you to the Gokyo glacial lake via Namche Bazaar. After enjoying the spectacular atmosphere at the Gokyo lake, you will have the exquisite opportunity to climb the Gokyo peak! From there the journey marches forward to the Everest Base Camp, one of the most famous destinations of the planet! At Kalapattar one gets the best views from the majestic Everest being bathed in the golden morning sun. On this second part of the trip, trekkers will be able to experience first-hand the excitement and serenity that surrounds Everest Base Camp, one of the most renowned locations on the planet. Additionally, travelers will be able to immerse themselves in local Sherpa lifestyles and learn more about this highly respected culture.

Everest View Trekking

The Everest View Trekking is a specially designed tour for those people who are not interested in strenuous and physically demanding trekking expeditions, while at the same time manages to obtain all of the beauty that the region has to offer!

Following a safe and well marked trail that ventures up to the renowned Tengboche Monastery (3850m), visitors can fully enjoy the beauty of the Himalayas without needing extensive trekking experience or superb fitness levels.

The tour starts off at Lukla, following a very short flight from Kathmandu, but rich in landscapes. The trail continues through Namche Bazaar to Tengboche – a village known for its beautiful landscapes and mystical monastery. The Khumjung village, lying in the vicinity is also a location not to miss! The friendliness and hospitality of the local Sherpas will leave you astounded.

This tour is designed in such a way that trekkers, without much of a hard work and walking, will be able to fully experience the region with its natural and cultural beauty. No aspect of this region is left out and will give the trekkers a complete picture of the region! Embark on this relatively short trip but filled with adventure and beauty and return home with a heart full of memories and a camera full of spectacular photographs!

Gokyo Lake Trek

Have you ever imagined being close to a glacial lake high up in the Himalayas with the snowy peaks glittering in the background? If so, the Gokyo Lake Trek is perfect for you! This trip provides a unique opportunity to experience the magnificence of the Mt. Everest and its surroundings! One of the many spectacular things you will see in this trek is the Ngozumpa Glacier composed exclusively from ice which, with its length of 26 kilometers, is considered to be the largest in the Nepalese Himalayas!

This particular region of the Himalayas is often recognized for its spectacular vistas, featuring magnificent viewing opportunities for some of the most popular mountains in Nepal. Thanks to a relatively high altitude and favorable terrain, travelers will be able to gaze out over vast expanses of picturesque terrain. Trekkers can observe Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu, all of which are clearly visible from Gokyo Ri (5483m), situated directly above Gokyo Lake.

One of the most remarkable features of this particular trek is the view of the magnificent ice ridge situated between Cho Oyu and Gyachung (2922m), located in the Khumbu region. A stunning reminder of the region’s extensive glacial history, this ridge exists in startling contrast to the rocky terrain and snow-capped peaks of Cho Oyu and Gyachung.

This extraordinary journey also provides numerous opportunities for exploration into the untamed geography of the region, allowing trekkers to experience a journey beyond the human imagination.

Everest Flight

Taking a Everest Flight to see Mount Everest and Himalayas is the dream of many people. Everest Mountain Flight is the perfect way to observe the Himalayan Ranges of Everest Region along with the splendid Mount Everest.

This super scenic flight for about an hour offers you the greatest view of high mountains, green forests, dramatic landscape and diverse ecosystems around Mount Everest Region.

Known as the “Land of Himalayas”, Nepal gloriously houses the 8 out of 10 highest peaks in the World. And this is the major beauty of Nepal that attracts thousands of visitors.

Himalayan ranges counting the highest peak of the world, Mount Everest and other mountains like Mount Kanchenjunga, Mount Lhotse, Mount Makalu, Mount Cho Oyu, Mount Dhaulagiri, Mount Manaslu, Mount Annapurna falls under the top 8 highest peak of the world that lies in Nepal.

Also, in addition, Nepal proudly houses the other famous mountains like Mount Macchapucchre, Mount Ama Dablam, Mount Gangapurna, Mount Mardi, Mount Nuptse, Mount Gauri Shankar and many more.

Mount Everest lies at the Mahalangur Himalayan Section of Nepal. Mahalangur section lies in northeast Nepal and south-central Tibet of China. It extends to the east from the Nangpa La Pass between Rolwaling Himal and Cho Oyu, the Arun River.

Mahalangur Himalayan Section includes Four of Earth’s six highest peaks: Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu.

Everest Mountain flight propounds you close and exhilarating view of Himalayan Ranges of the Everest Region including the tallest peak of the World, Mount Everest (8848m), Mt. Lhotse (8516m), Mt. Makalu (8481m), Mt Cho Oyu (8201m), Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586m), and Mt. Nuptse (7861m).

Besides the splendid mountains, this one-hour thrilling mountain flight also offers the wonderful natural topography. The natural formations of mountains, rivers, lakes, and valleys.

Similarly, this exciting flight provides you the chance to witness the famous Gokyo Valley with it’s Gokyo lakes. The flight furthermore witnesses an exceptional Himalayan Glacier scope of Khumbu Region.

For those who are restricted by time or other constraints, mountain flights offer an alternative to climbing and ensure a lasting memory of the highest peak on the Earth, Everest Mountain Flight is the best alternative for those who are restricted by time and other constraints. But yet desire for close views of Magical Himalayas including the world’s tallest peak.

Why Everest Flight?
Whether its children or elderly people or people with a physical disability, all people can easily enjoy this super scenic flight. A wheelchair is also accessible during the Mountain Flight.

Furthermore, Everest Mountain Flight is the most affordable option to view the exhilarating panorama of Himalayan ranges. This flight cost quite less in comparison to Heli Tour to Everest.

Everest Mountain Flight is the most scenic and breathtaking flight which offers the splendid view of the glacier of the Khumbu Region. This luxurious flight acts as an option to explore and witness the great Himalayas if in case you have limited time however desire to experience the genuine wonder of Himalayas.

No other experiences verge on matching with the desire to see the tallest peak in the World. Everest Mountain Flight experience the tallest mountain ranges of the world. Also Everest Mountain Flight is all about experiencing the imposing Himalayan Panorama of the World’s famous Everest Region that also within just a single hour.

Major attraction of Everest Flight:
Enjoy the flight over the highest mountain in the world
Witness the spectacular view of natural flora and fauna
Experience the feeling of flying over valleys and plateaus
Witness the breathtaking views of Mount Everest (8848m), Mt. Lhotse (8516m), Mt. Makalu (8481m), Mt Cho Oyu (8201m), Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586m), and Mt. Nuptse (7861m).
Get the spectacular views of Gokyo Valley and lakes

Best Time to Make Everest Flight
Spring and Autumn (February, March, April, October, and November) are the best time for mountain flights in Nepal. The weather is sunny and stable with clear visibility during these months.

Similarly, the months of winter from September to April is also the perfect time to catch a glimpse of the sparkling peaks. During this period, white snow shimmers brilliantly upon the mountains, lakes, and glaciers equally radiating with clear water streaming down from the Himalayas.

Everest Flight Daily Departure
Buddha Airlines, Yeti Airlines, Shree Airlines, and Simrik Airlines are the major operators of Everest Mountain Flights.

Everest Mountain Flight Daily Departure Schedule Throughout the year:

 

Airlines First Flight Second Flight Third Flight
Buddha Airline 6:15 – 7:15 6:30 – 7:30 7:30 – 8:30
Yeti Airlines 6:15 – 7:15 6:30 – 7:30 7:30 – 8:30
Shree Airlines 6:15 – 7:15 6:30 – 7:30 7:15 – 8:15
Simrik Airlines 6:15 – 7:15 6:30 – 7:30 7:30 – 8:30
Note: The flight time subject to change by seasons.

This excursion can be executed in the morning at 6.30 am, 7.30 am and 8.30 am the point at which you can get the magnificent perspective of overall surroundings and the delightful and hypnotizing view of dramatic landscape along with several mountain ranges. The absolute time of flight completion is 1 hr. in which you provide you the life long memorable moment of flying past the Himalayas.

What To Carry During Everest Mountain Flight
Please don’t forget to carry a camera with you. Obviously, you don’t want to miss the opportunity to capture the awesome moments of your life in pictures. So please do carry a camera and furthermore don’t forget to check the battery of it.

Plane Information
Buddha Airlines
Aircraft have all the modern avionics, instruments and airframe that are in a modern jetliner. The Beechcraft 1900D is the chosen 19-seater aircraft of the American Aircraft Pilot’s Association. Pilots are well experienced and have flown thousands of mountain flights.

Buddha Airlines currently operates mountain flights with a fleet of ATR 72-500, ATR 42-320 and Beechcraft 1900D aircraft.

The number of seats available with Beech 1900D is 16, ATR 42-320 is 24 while on the ATR-72-500, it is 36 seats.

Yeti Airlines

Designed and built by British Aerospace, Yeti Airlines Jetstream-41 is a state-of-the-art aircraft. It is a highly efficient 30-seater turboprop aircraft fitted with hi-tech avionics employing cutting edge technology.

Its pressurized and air-conditioned cabin allows the aircraft to cruise at high altitudes. The Yeti Airlines Jetstream-41 is the most advanced turboprop aircraft flown by certainly the planet’s best pilots.

Flight Refund and Cancellation
In case of bad weather, the flight might get canceled. Similarly, the flight also gets canceled if you couldn’t view the mountain during the flight but make sure with Air hostess. In such a case, we reschedule your flight in the next days or refund you the full amount on your request.

Would you like to take a Private Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour instead of taking a Flight from Kathmandu. Then contact us or Whatsapp at +9779851032316.

Included/Exclude
Pick Up and Drop Off at Kathmandu’s domestic airport (Within Kathmandu city only)
An hour Everest Mountain Flight (Guaranteed Window Seat)
Insurance
Personal expenses
Meal and Drinks

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Have you ever imagined being so close to the highest peak of the world – Mt. Everest that you have a feeling you can almost touch it? Have you ever dreamed of watching the sunrise over the Himalayas as the first rays of the sun gently color their icy peaks? – If you are thinking yes, then join us in an unforgettable journey on a helicopter to the king of all the mountains!

As trekking for an uninterrupted long days in high elevated regions in the country is not everyone’s cup of tea or you simply don’t have enough time, the Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour is designed to fit all of your needs and give you a personal, undisturbed experience high up in the mountains.

The Everest Helicopter Tour kicks off at the Kathmandu Airport. When the helicopter takes off the landscapes beneath you will change from areal views of the many heritage sites of Kathmandu to more rural, thin settlements of the rustic Nepal. As the helicopter moves east, the snow-capped Himalayas start peeping from behind the clouds. After a short break at the airport in Lukla in order to get your private helicopter ready for the rest of the ride, the journey goes forward towards the real adventure. Even though you will already feel compelled by the beauty of the Himalayas in Lukla itself, what is waiting for you on the way to the Everest Base Camp will leave you breathless. Once the helicopter arrives in the vicinity of the Everest Base Camp, you will be able to see the highest peaks in the world right before your eyes – Everest, Lhotse, Amadablam, Thamserku and many more, including Khumbu glaciers. Whether your private helicopter will land in Everest Base Camp or not depends on the weather conditions.

The next stop of this great adventure will be Kalapattar where the helicopter will land so that you can fill your camera with some of the most spectacular landscapes in the world. After you are satisfied with your shots, the helicopter will land once again in Syangboche Everest View Hotel where you will have breakfast just on the foothills of the highest peaks in the world and breath in some of the freshest air there is on the planet! After having your stomach filled with some fresh and delicious food and your camera filled with some of the most spectacular shots, the helicopter will bring you back to Kathmandu and leave you with memories you will never be able to forget!

Everest Base Camp Trek

The Everest Base Camp Trek – one of the most historical, spectacular and inspirational journeys that exist in the world. Considered as one of the most famous locations on the planet, the Everest Base Camp lies in the close proximity to the four of the world’s tallest peaks – Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu and Cho Oyu. More than just beautiful views of the Himalayan range, the Base Camp is also known for its dynamic cultural exchange and spiritual haven, thanks to the thriving Buddhist presence visible in the countless Buddhist flags that color the area and the diverse international community of mountaineers and mountain aficionados. With colorful prayer flags adorning the campsite and stunning views of the Himalaya mountain range, the atmosphere is both majestic and magical in this sublime natural haven.

This well-known trek begins with a scenic short flight from Kathmandu to the Tenzing – Hillary Airport at Lukla. Upon arrival, group members will begin their expedition to Everest Base Camp by traveling through Sagarmatha National Park, a rugged and breathtaking landscape that showcases the deep rivers and massive glaciers carved into the terrain.

After a steep climb, travelers will be greeted by the friendly faces of the Sherpas in Namche Bazaar, the capital of the Sherpas and a quaint oasis in this stunning landscape. Situated at roughly 3,440 metres, this vibrant community hosts several lodging facilities for trekkers, as well as stores where extra provisions can be purchased. With one day of rest before the climb resumes, visitors are given the opportunity to explore the rich cultural heritage of the Sherpas and the diverse landscape of surrounding areas while giving their bodies the time needed to properly compensate for higher altitudes.

Following this brief period of relaxation and acclimatization, the trek will resume, passing verdant alpine forests, roaring glacial rivers and sacred Buddhist temples en route to the next location of interest, Kala Patthar. From this vantage point, it’s easy to understand why Mt. Everest and Sagarmatha National Park have gained massive international appeal. This is more than just an adventurous trek – it’s truly an unforgettable life experience.

After arriving at Everest Base Camp, group members will have the opportunity to explore their new surroundings and relish their achievements before traveling back to Lukla and embarking upon a return flight to Kathmandu.

The Everest Base Camp trek is highly recommended for those looking to explore new vistas and cultures in one of the world’s most captivating natural settings. This unforgettable trip will leave you with a lifetime of memories.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu

Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour is designed to fit all of your needs and give you a personal, undisturbed experience high up in the mountains.

Have you ever imagined being so close to the highest peak of the world – Mt. Everest that you have a feeling you can almost touch it? Have you ever dreamed of watching the sunrise over the Himalayas as the first rays of the sun gently color their icy peaks? – If you are thinking yes, then join us in an unforgettable journey on a helicopter to the king of all the mountains!

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour kicks off at the Kathmandu Airport. When the helicopter takes off the landscapes beneath you will change from areal views of the many heritage sites of Kathmandu to more rural, thin settlements of the rustic Nepal. As the helicopter moves east, the snow-capped Himalayas start peeping from behind the clouds. After a short break at the airport in Lukla in order to get your private helicopter ready for the rest of the ride, the journey goes forward towards the real adventure. Even though you will already feel compelled by the beauty of the Himalayas in Lukla itself, what is waiting for you on the way to the Everest Base Camp will leave you breathless. Once the helicopter arrives in the vicinity of the Everest Base Camp, you will be able to see the highest peaks in the world right before your eyes – Everest, Lhotse, Amadablam, Thamserku and many more, including Khumbu glaciers. Whether your private helicopter will land in Everest Base Camp or not depends on the weather conditions.

The next stop of this great adventure will be Kalapattar where the helicopter will land so that you can fill your camera with some of the most spectacular landscapes in the world. After you are satisfied with your shots, the helicopter will land once again in Syangboche Everest View Hotel where you will have breakfast just on the foothills of the highest peaks in the world and breath in some of the freshest air there is on the planet! After having your stomach filled with some fresh and delicious food and your camera filled with some of the most spectacular shots, the helicopter will bring you back to Kathmandu and leave you with memories you will never be able to forget!