Client Reviews

As soon as the helicopter took off, it seemed to me I walked into a different world. It was a magic to fly past snow capped giants and land at Kalapatthar with Everest extending above me. Breakfast at the Everest View Hotel was a dream. I had seemed to discover the best bench in the world to observe the Himalayas wake up.

It was an adventure that exposed me to a different side of the Everest region, which most people would never imagine- serene trails, picturesque villages and the Gokyo lakes joyful beyond measure. My favorite days were the slow ones of hiking up and down Dole and Machhermo, with the mountains in front of me opening marvelously. Thame provided a cultural touch in going back to finish in Lukla and Kathmandu. Not as lengthy as the traditional EBC trip, but just as satisfying in its own terms.

Gokyo Valley Circuit Trek was among the prettiest experiences in my life. The walk between Namche and Machhermo and then to the Gokyo Lakes of a turquoise color was surreal. Passing Renjo La Pass and its breathtaking scenery and then returning to Namche by way of Thame made the circuit to seem a full Himalayan experience.

I decided on the 10-day Everest Base camp trek and the helicopter back part and it was the correct choice. Even the trek was difficult but was still bearable due to rest days and Dingboche and Namche. The trip ended with a helicopter trip of Kalapatthar to Kathmandu, saving days of hiking and was accompanied by stunning aerial shots of the Khumbu region. Indeed an experience in a lifetime.

The trekking schedule was well programmed with the right combination of trekking days and acclimatization at Namche and Dingboche. It was unbelievable to arrive at Base Camp on day 9 and the pre-dawn hike to Kala Patthar gave me the most successful sunrise vision of Everest that I could ever have. The trek, topped off by helicoptering back to Kathmandu was not only time saving, but also provided me with the spectacular mountain scenery I will never forget.

I really enjoyed that this 11-day adventure managed to visit the best of the Manaslu without haste. The acclimatization day at Samagaun was critical and this provided me energy towards the high passes. The road to Tilche via Bhimthang was spectacular and the drive back Kathmandu gave this memorable journey the rightful finish.

This 14 days trek surpassed everything I imagined about the Everest Base Camp. Namche was busy and Tengboche was tranquil, each destination special and unforgettable. I was tested in the climb to Lobuche and Gorakshep, and it seemed so amazing to reach the base camp. My best experience was the climb up to Kalapatthar where I could see Everest and the other giants and it was beyond words. The trip back via Pangboche and Namche completed the trip in a circle. This trek was all difficult, satisfying, and well-timed.

This was a very intensive but well worthwhile Everest Base Camp trek. The adventure to Lukla by airplane and the climbing on Kala Patthar at the end of every day were full of amazing landscapes and unforgettable experiences. The Namche and Dingboche days of acclimatization proved to be a savior and the ascent to EBC and Kala Patthar became far easier. The guides were also excellent and kept us motivated and kept us safe to the final 5,555m.