Does the Lukla to Base Camp flight replace the entire EBC trek? HSJ Heli 1 min read It replaces only the upper portion of the trail from Lukla onward; travelers still need to reach Lukla first, by trek or flight. Share: Twitter Facebook WhatsApp ← Previous article Is insurance included in the Kathmandu to Lukla helicopter transfer? Next article → Is a return flight included on the Lukla to Base Camp service?