טרק אל נוף האוורסט עם סיור במסוק קאלה פאת'אר

Weather Month to Month and Best Season

The weather in the Everest region is rapidly changing, particularly at the higher altitudes. While the table below serves as a general guideline, mountain conditions can differ from one year to the next.

October and November are also good times to undertake this Everest View Trek with Kala Patthar Helicopter Tour as the weather is dry and mountain visibility is often high. March, April and early May are also good months.

Autumn and spring are considered to be good seasons for trekking in the Everest region according to the Nepal Tourism Board. Clear skies can occur during the winter as well, though at higher altitudes, the weather will be a lot cooler.

מסלול וגובה

The walk is a mixture of short days and helicopter trips. The trip starts in Kathmandu and continues via helicopter to Lukla. The trekking part of the journey from Lukla to Namche Bazaar is through the village of Phakding.

The walk passes through forests, suspension bridges and Sherpa villages, heading along the Dudh Koshi Valley. The most challenging part of the journey is a climb up to the Kala Patthar (5,545 m, 18,192 ft).

The final leg of the trek is by helicopter, not on foot (as is a typical EBC trek), so the itinerary is also different.

אוכל ולינה

Accommodation in the trekking part is usually in the local mountain lodges. Rooms are generally plain and simple and often twin sharing is offered. The further into the mountains you head, the more rudimentary the facilities are.

Typically, trekking days include breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dal bhat, noodles, rice, pasta, potatoes, soups, vegetables, eggs, bread and simple local/continental food are typical foods.

Regular eating and drinking sufficient fluids are important at higher altitudes. During a long walking day, it’s good to have warm soups or carbohydrate-based meals.

In Kathmandu, rooms are booked at a hotel as per the package. You can get help arranging your accommodation and meals with your Everest Trip package.

מחלת גבהים

Anyone who climbs rapidly to high altitudes is susceptible to altitude sickness. The danger increases with altitude above Namche Bazaar and is particularly significant during the helicopter flight to Kala Patthar at 5,545 m (18,192 ft).

Common symptoms are headaches, fatigue, dizziness, loss of appetite, nausea and insomnia.

אמצעי זהירות חשובים:

• Walking should be at a comfortable pace and without unnecessary exertion.
• Consume a regular amount of water, but avoid over drinking.
• Don’t drink at elevated altitudes.
• If you’re not feeling well, let your guide know right away.
• If symptoms are worsening, do not follow the steps up.
• If there are serious symptoms, go down and get medical assistance.

The acclimatization day for Namche is meant for acclimatization to the high-altitude helicopter excursion. Your guide can also help you to determine if you are able to proceed.

ויזה והיתרים

Foreign nationals are required to have a valid Nepal tourist visa, with exceptions. Currently, Nepal offers tourist visas on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport to eligible tourists and Nepalese diplomatic missions and the official online system are providing tourist visas to tourists. Official tourist visa fees are USD 30, USD 50 and USD 125 for 15 days, 30 days and 90 days, respectively.

The trekking arrangements and permits for this trek are included in the package. Everest region requires a Sagarmatha National Park entry permit and the Nepal Tourism Board has a list of treks in the Everest region that require a Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit and a licensed guide, including the Everest View Trek.

My Everest Trip will issue the necessary trekking permits and complete all the necessary paperwork included in your package. Unless stated in your package, your personal tourist visa is always yours.

בריאות ובטיחות

However, safety is crucial for the entire journey, given the mountains involved and the high-altitude landing point for the helicopter. Weather can change quickly, so the helicopter schedule may sometimes need to be adjusted.

הנה כמה דברים שכדאי לזכור:

• Follow your guide’s instructions on the trek.
• Use appropriate footwear with good traction.
• Bring warm clothes even when it’s warm in Kathmandu!
• Have personal medications readily available.
• Let the guide know of any medical issues beforehand.
• Take plenty of water and take frequent breaks.
• Obey all instructions given by the crew of the helicopter while boarding and landing.
• Do not approach or move around a helicopter unless told to do so.

The final helicopter flight will be subject to safe flight conditions. The operator can amend the schedule in the event of the planned flight being delayed or changed for safety reasons due to weather.

תחבורה

This trip starts with a car transfer to and from the airport and hotel in Kathmandu. The trekking part begins with a flight to Lukla from Kathmandu in a helicopter.

From Lukla, you go on foot towards Phakding and then on towards Namche Bazaar. The path follows existing hiking tracks, suspension bridges and village paths.

The return trip involves a helicopter trip from the Everest region to Kala Patthar and then onwards into Kathmandu. This will depend on the aircraft operations and aviation safety requirements and the weather.

According to the Nepal Tourism Board, it is possible to fly up to the Everest region and the duration from Kathmandu to לוקלה is approximately 30 minutes.

The organised transfers and helicopter transport included in the package are organised by My Everest Trip.

ביטוח נסיעות

It is strongly recommended to have travel insurance for the trip. Your policy should include the highest altitude that you will be trekking at Kala Patthar (5,545 m /18,192 ft).

Ensure that the policy includes emergency medical treatment, evacuation and trip interruption (as appropriate). One of the key considerations for helicopter evacuation coverage is the cost of rescuing victims in remote mountain locations.

Don’t travel without reading the policy; you don’t know what is covered. Certain insurance companies may have altitude restrictions or limitations on adventure activities.

Take out a hard copy and digital insurance policy information. The name of your insurance company and policy number should also be readily available along the way.

Insurance should cover individual travel needs and is typically arranged before travel.

ההוצאות הנוספות שלך

The services outlined under the inclusions are covered in the package. It is advisable to bring some extra cash for personal needs on the trip as well.

Additional costs that can be expected to include:

• דמי אשרת תייר לנפאל
• חטיפים ושתייה אישיים
• Bottled or filtered drinking water where not included
• Warm showers in accommodation at the trekking lodges
• טעינת מכשירים אלקטרוניים
• Where Wi Fi is available, it is provided.
• Personal telephone expenses
• כביסה
• ביטוח נסיעות
• Advice to Guides and Porter and other staff members
• מזכרות וקניות אישיות
• More room needed due to delays

It is advisable to have a few Nepalese rupees as the payment facilities become less reliable as you venture deeper into the Everest region.

שפה ותקשורת

The primary language of Nepal is Nepali; the other local language spoken in the Everest region is the Sherpa language. English is very popular in tourism among guides, lodge staff and individuals working with trekking groups.

During the journey, communication is easy. Your guide will be able to help you with your hotel accommodations, meals, transport and more.

Part of the Everest region has mobile network coverage, but some of this is not always reliable. Some lodges also have internet access (subscription may be dependent on site and weather).

Before leaving Kathmandu, it is wise to download important documents, maps and travel information with you. It’s important to keep the phone charged as well, particularly for the trekking days and helicopter excursion.

דברים שאסור לעשות בטיול הזה

Some basic precautions can make the trip safer and more pleasant for all.

Take care not to:

• Do not ignore symptoms of altitude sickness.
• Walk slowly when going uphill.
• Avoid overdrinking at high elevations.
• Don’t litter on the trail.
• Respect places of local religious worship or prayer.
• When privacy is required, don’t take photographs of persons without their consent.
• Do not trespass on restricted areas without permission.
• Never approach a helicopter without instructions from the crew.
• Do not fly a drone without obtaining the required permissions.
• Never leave valuables.

One of the key aspects of travelling in the Khumbu region is to respect the local communities. This helps the group move safely through the trails and helicopter landing areas when following the instructions of your guide.

הארכת טיול

This can be done in advance of or after the trek, depending on the time available. There are opportunities to see more of the culture in Kathmandu and options for a longer Nepal holiday are available nearby.

Some popular extensions are Pokhara, Chitwan National Park, Lumbini, or other shorter hikes in the עמק קטמנדו.

For those wishing to spend more time in the Everest region, a longer trekking itinerary is also an option as an alternative to returning to Kathmandu after the helicopter tour. This will depend on interests and days available and your physical preparation.

When asked, My Everest Trip can arrange for extra hotel nights, transport, sightseeing and other services to make your trip more enjoyable.

If you’re travelling a couple of days after the trek, you may also be able to add a few days to your experience in Nepal, as it may give you some flexibility if there are changes to the helicopter schedule due to the weather in the mountains.

חוקי צילום ורחפנים

The trek encourages photography and opportunities to take photographs of mountain landscapes, villages, suspension bridges and the Himalayan peaks will be provided. Respect people, their religion and private space when taking photographs.

There is more complexity with the use of drones. Foreign nationals planning to fly a drone in Nepal must get temporary drone registration from the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal’s Flight Safety Standards Department. The applicants are required to bring the drone for inspection and have documents such as a valid passport, a Nepal visa, along with a proposal of operations, says CAAN.

Some additional permissions and clearances may also be needed depending on the location and operation. Security and other relevant clearances are included in the requirements published by CAAN.

Please do not take for granted that you are allowed to fly your drone freely in the Everest area.

טיפים למבקרים בפעם הראשונה

First-timers will need to be ready for the changes in weather, topography and travel. For many riders who are reasonably fit, the walking days are not too difficult, but don’t underestimate the effects of the altitude.

Use comfortable trekking shoes and pack layers to be added or removed depending on temperature changes. Bring a warm jacket, gloves and a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and a waterproof jacket.

Store your passport, insurance, drugs and critical documents in a safe and easy-to-reach location. Take some cash with you as services may be limited in the mountains, especially in Nepal.

Follow your guide and embrace the acclimatization day. The helicopter trip to Kala Patthar (5545m /18192 ft); though you are not hiking up to that height, it is still an experience of thin air and cold temperatures and a quick trip to the top.

It is also a good idea to be flexible, as the weather in the mountains can affect helicopter operations.