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Exciting Lukla Flight: Your Thrilling Journey to Everest Base Camp

GoTravelDailyNovember 3, 2024017 mins

The flight to Lukla is considered one of the most dangerous flights in the world. The danger stems from the landing strip at Lukla Airport, which has one of the shortest runways, measuring only 525 meters (1,729 feet) long, and is situated at one of the highest altitudes, at 9,334 ft (2,845 m). Coupled with the steep slope of the runway perched on the edge of a mountain, it’s no surprise that Lukla is recognized as the most hazardous airport globally.

EBC Trek Day 1: Journey from Lukla to Benkar

Lauren NewmanNovember 3, 2024November 3, 202407 mins

After the commotion in Kathmandu city, and the epically perilous flight to Lukla, the first day of EBC trekking in Nepal was pretty anticlimactic. This was a huge relief. Although we lost some elevation overall, there are still numerous hills to climb before heading down into Benkar.

EBC Trek Day 1: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla

Stephanie CherryNovember 3, 2024November 3, 202407 mins

Most hikes to Everest Base Camp (and Gokyo Lakes) commence with an exhilarating flight from Kathmandu to Tenzing-Hillary airport in Lukla – frequently referred to as the most dangerous airport in the world. This short and scenic 30-minute flight takes you directly into the mountains, landing on a narrow strip precariously placed on a cliff’s edge. With a 600-meter (2,000-foot) drop at one end and a solid rock wall at the other, there is minimal room for error.