Kathmandu to Lukla flight

Kathmandu to Lukla is a flight service and one of the most efficient ways to reach the Everest Region. The distance separating these two cities, 85 miles (136 km), is just covered in about 35 minutes. This little village is home to the Sherpa people, and it is set at an altitude of 2,800 meters above sea level. In fine weather, it’s said to offer awe-inspiring visions of 18 of the highest peaks in the world, of which four are over 8,000 meters in altitude. Included in those breathtaking views will be Gaurishankar, Melungtse, Cho Oyu, and, not least of all, the planet’s very highest peak: Mount Everest.

A 35-minute flight viewed over the spectacular beauty of the Himalayas to reach the isolated, rugged romance of Lukla. On record, this is also one of the most perilous flights there could be owing to the difficulties that arise when attempting to touch the runway safely. Flying on top of a host of lofty peaks and reaching into Lukla becomes an epic event for people full of great enterprise.

For the best vistas during the flight, it’s best to book a left-hand side window seat while flying out from Kathmandu to Lukla and vice-versa, when returning to Kathmandu. This will definitely provide clear, picturesque views of the mountains. It is preferable to avoid booking middle seats since the wings come in the middle of such windows. Your carefully chosen seat will be worth it when you can see the most breathtaking Himalayan landscapes and remember this day for all time.

Foods or meals during Kathmandu to Lukla flight

Trekking all day at altitude makes you hungry! Luckily, you can order a variety of hot cooked dishes at your teahouses with a choice of both Nepali and western meals every meal. The meals include energy-giving food and liquid food like rice, cereals, lentils soup, noodles soup, hot tea potato etc.

Requirement of  Travel Insurance for trek

We strongly recommend that you to get travel insurance before going on a trek. Make sure that, your insurance covers accidents abroad and high in the mountains. We do our best to take care of you, but sometimes we have to face unavoidable accident that is out of our control. So in case of a medical emergency leading to a helicopter evacuation, it is best to have insurance.

Guide and Porters for the safety on Kathmandu to Lukla Flight

According to Nepal tourism board all the trekking activities should be conducted along with a government-licensed guide and porter. Your safety is our first priority. So our guide and porter are dedicated to making your experience of trekking in Nepal a memorable one without compromising your safety. Along with your safety, we also focus on our guide and porter safety too. Notably, our guide and porter are provided with insurance facilities. Porter will carry up to 10 kg or 15 kg per client. If you wish , you may keep your clothing and  items in a storage room where you are staying in a Kathmandu hotel.

Altitude Sickness during the trek

Normally altitude sickness occurs when you travel to a high altitude too quickly. Headache, Dizziness, loss of appetite, fatigue, shortness of breath, drowsiness, flatulence, peripheral fluctuation in body temperature, nausea, tiredness, etc are the symptoms that occur when your body tries to adjust to the lower air pressure and lower oxygen levels at high altitudes. Here are some things you can do to prevent yourself from getting altitude sickness.

• Stop and rest where you are
• Do not go any higher for at least 24 to 48 hours
• Make sure you are drinking enough water
• Do not smoke, drink alcohol, or exercise
• Eating foods and drinking fluids that contain carbs such as bread, pasta, fruits, milk, rice, and so on.

Preventing Altitude Sickness (AMS):

• Rest Well: Ensure that you rest well before starting your trek.
• Stay Hydrated: Continue drinking plenty of water during the journey.
• Balanced Nutrition: Maintain the balance of salt and sugar through proper eating habits and not skipping meals.
• Keep Warm: Layer up to remain warm without profuse sweating.
• Controlled Breathing: Breathe deeply and steadily from your diaphragm to maximize lung capacity. Maintain a comfortable walking speed that will allow for controlled breathing. Nasal breathing avoids drying your throat—wearing a muff or scarf in high altitudes might be of use.
• Pace Yourself: It’s not a competition. Pace yourself with a maintainable and consistent pace instead of exhausting yourself too early and taking many rest stops. Stop and admire the stunning views.