Everest Trekking 2027 – KAEH — Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return

• Pickup and drop facility
• Accommodation in Kathmandu on twin/triple sharing basis
• Kathmandu meal plan on BB basis (bed and breakfast)
• Accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek, accompanied by tea and coffee
• Kathmandu – Lukla airfare
• Gorakh Shep – Kathmandu helicopter flight on a sharing basis (up to 5 passengers)
• Experienced trekking guide
• An assistant guide for groups of 10 pax and above
• One porter to carry the luggage of every two trekkers, with a weight limit of up to 10–12 kg per person
• Sagarmatha National Park fees
• Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry fee
• Entrance fees for the monuments mentioned in the itinerary
• Insurance coverage for the guide and porters
• All applicable taxes and service charges

• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
• Single supplement cost
• Client insurance policies
• Any personal expenses, such as beverages, hot water and mineral water
• Accessory charging and Wi-Fi use during the trek
• Rescue and emergency cost
• Trekking gear
• Extra costs arising from unforeseen or unavoidable conditions
• Supplement for a private (charter) helicopter flight
• Gratuities (tips)

Entry rules differ for Indian and other foreign nationals. All trekkers on these routes also need a Sagarmatha National Park permit and the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit, which we arrange from the documents you share at booking.

Indian Nationals

No Visa Required

• Indian citizens need no visa to enter Nepal, by air at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, or at any open land border
• Carry a valid Indian passport, or Voter ID card as an accepted alternative photo ID
• Minors without a passport should carry a School ID and Birth Certificate
• Indian currency notes of ₹100 and below are widely accepted; ₹500 and ₹2,000 notes are not accepted in Nepal

Foreign Nationals

Tourist Visa on Arrival

• Most nationals can obtain a Tourist Visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport or open land borders; a few nationalities must apply in advance at a Nepali Embassy
• Visa fee: 15 days USD 30 · 30 days USD 50 · 90 days USD 125
• Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry
• One passport-size photograph; visa fee payable in cash (USD) or by card

Trekking Permits

• Sagarmatha National Park entry permit is required on the five Everest Base Camp treks (KAEB1–KAEB5) and is included in the package cost; it is checked at Monjo
• Pikey Peak (KAPK) lies outside Sagarmatha National Park; the local trekking permits and entry fees that apply are included in the package cost
• Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit, collected near Lukla, is required and included. The Everest region does not use the TIMS card
• Permits are issued against a passport copy (or Voter ID for Indian nationals) and one photograph per trekker

Entry, visa and permit rules are set by the Government of Nepal and may change; please reconfirm with us before travel.

Indian nationals must hold a valid passport or Voter ID card; foreign nationals must hold an ordinary passport with a minimum of 6 months’ validity from the departure date, along with a valid Nepal visa. Passport / ID copies and one photograph per trekker should be shared with us at least 7 days before departure so that national park permits and Lukla flights can be arranged.

A deposit of 25% of package cost is payable at the time of booking confirmation. The remaining balance is payable no later than 7 days prior to the arrival date. Payments are made by bank transfer to our Nepal company account.

ABC Adventures Pvt. Ltd. and its associates are committed to providing a smooth, safe and memorable journey. We are not liable for itinerary changes due to unavoidable circumstances, such as road blockages, landslides, snowfall, weather, flight delays or cancellations, strikes, or illness and accidents. Lukla flights are especially weather-dependent; delays of one or more days are common, and extra nights in Kathmandu, Manthali or Lukla are at the traveller’s cost. Any additional costs incurred under these conditions must be borne by the traveller.

The Everest Base Camp treks (KAEB1, KAEB2) are graded Moderate to Strenuous and reach 5,545 m at Kala Patthar, with walking days of 5–9 hours. The Gokyo Ri & Cho La (KAEB4), Two Passes (KAEB5) and Three Passes (KAEB3) treks add glaciated passes above 5,300 m; KAEB3 and KAEB5 are graded Strenuous and suit trekkers with prior high-altitude experience. Pikey Peak (KAPK) is a shorter Moderate trek reaching 4,065 m. Travellers with cardiac or respiratory conditions should consult their doctor before booking, and regular cardio and hill-walking training before travel is advised for all routes.

All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with tea and coffee are provided during trekking days. In Kathmandu, accommodation is on BB basis (bed and breakfast); lunch and dinner in Kathmandu are at the traveller’s own cost.

Comprehensive travel insurance covering medical treatment and emergency helicopter evacuation up to 6,000 m is strongly advised for all six treks; for the Everest Base Camp treks it should also cover flight delays and cancellations on the Lukla sector.

All notice of cancellation must be sent in writing by email; verbal cancellation does not qualify for any refund.

• Passport (6+ months’ validity) or Voter ID (for Indians), visa documents for foreign nationals, photocopies and 2 passport photographs
• Travel insurance policy and emergency numbers
• Broken-in waterproof trekking boots and camp sandals
• Layered clothing: thermal base layers, fleece, down jacket and waterproof shell
• Warm hat, gloves, buff, UV sunglasses and sunscreen
• Sleeping bag rated to –10 °C (–15 °C for the high passes on KAEB3, KAEB4 and KAEB5)
• Trekking poles, daypack, headlamp, power bank and reusable water bottle
• Water purification tablets, personal medication and a basic first-aid kit
• Microspikes for the Cho La, Renjo La and Kongma La crossings (KAEB3, KAEB4, KAEB5)
• Cash in INR (₹100 notes and below) / USD or Nepali Rupees for personal expenses on the trail

The five Everest Base Camp treks go above 5,000 m and Pikey Peak reaches 4,065 m, where Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is a real risk. Early symptoms include headache, nausea, loss of appetite and poor sleep; they usually ease with rest and hydration, but worsening symptoms mean descending without delay. Each itinerary builds in acclimatisation, with rest days at Namche Bazaar and Dingboche on KAEB1, shorter stages and a Dingboche rest day on KAEB2, and a Namche rest day followed by a gradual approach on KAEB3, KAEB4 and KAEB5. The Himalayan Rescue Association runs a clinic at Pheriche during the main seasons.

Drink 3–4 litres of water a day, avoid alcohol at altitude, walk at a steady pace and tell your guide promptly about any symptoms. Travellers with cardiac, respiratory or other relevant medical conditions should consult their doctor before booking, and carry any personal prescription medicines.