Overview
The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is a thrilling one-day adventure that offers spectacular aerial views of Mount Everest and the Himalayan range without long trekking. The tour begins with a scenic helicopter flight from Kathmandu to the Everest region via Lukla, flying over Sherpa villages, glaciers, rivers, and snow-capped peaks. The major highlights include flying above Everest Base Camp and the Khumbu Glacier, landing at Kala Patthar for close-up Everest views (weather permitting), and enjoying breakfast at Hotel Everest View. This tour is ideal for travelers with limited time who want to experience the beauty of Everest in comfort and luxury.
Highlights
- Highlights
- • Scenic helicopter flight from Kathmandu
- • Close-up views of Mount Everest
- • Fly over Everest Base Camp & Khumbu Glacier
- • Landing at Kala Patthar
- • Breakfast at Hotel Everest View
- • Best luxury Everest experience in one day
- Tour Type: Scenic Helicopter Tour
- Duration: 4–5 hours
- Best Season: March–May & September–November
- Starting Point: Kathmandu
- Max Guests: 5 per helicopter
Itinerary
Everest Basecamp Heli Tour
Early Morning: Hotel Pick-up • 05:00 – 05:30 Pick-up from your hotel in Kathmandu • Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport (Domestic Terminal) • Pre-flight briefing & weight check Flight: Kathmandu → Lukla • 06:00 – 06:45 Scenic helicopter flight to Lukla (2,860 m) • Short stop for refueling & acclimatization • Views of rivers, hills, and Himalayan foothills Lukla → Everest Base Camp → Kala Patthar • 06:45 – 07:30 Fly over: o Namche Bazaar o Tengboche Monastery o Khumbu Glacier o Everest Base Camp • short Land in Kala Patthar (5,545 m) o Best panoramic views of Mt. Everest (8,848 m) o Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, Ama Dablam o Photo & video opportunity (no landing due to altitude) Breakfast Stop: Syangboche / Everest View Hotel • 07:30 – 08:15 Land at Syangboche / Everest View Hotel (3,880 m) • Breakfast with Everest views (optional & weather-dependent) Return Flight to Kathmandu • 08:15 – 10:30 Fly back via Lukla • Final return to Kathmandu Airport • Transfer back to hotel
Important information
The cost of this tour is Per Helicopter ! it can use by solo or share maximum 5 pax can use same cost !!!!
What's included
- • Airport Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- • Chartered helicopter with experienced pilot
- • All domestic airport taxes & permits
- • Emergency oxygen cylinder
- • Passenger insurance (as per aviation rules)
Not included
- • Breakfast at Everest View Hotel
- • Personal expenses
- • Tips for pilot & staff
Pickup details
Hotel
Offered by
Mother Land Nepal Trekking & Expedition (P) Ltd.
Himalos VerifiedKathmandu , NP
Mother Land Nepal Trekking & Expedition (P) Ltd is a Nepal Government-registered in 1997 Kathmandu-based leading Travel, Trekking company, owned by an experienced Nepali professional Trekking & Tour G…
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy for this experience?
Free cancellation if you cancel more than 7 days before departure. Cancellations within 7 days of departure are not eligible for any refund.
How long is this experience?
This experience lasts 1 day.
How do I pay for this experience?
You can pay securely online using a credit or debit card. Himalos accepts all major cards and supports multiple currencies including USD, EUR, GBP, and INR.