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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

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duration

Trip Duration

1 Days
group-size

Group Sizes

2-24 People
difficulty

Difficulty

Easy
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Max. Altitude

5.364 m
acitvities

Activities

  • Everest base camp helicopter tour
meals

Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
accommodation

Accommodation

  • Tourist standard hotel

Highlights of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

  • Taking a helicopter ride from Kathmandu to the Everest region
  • See Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam from the sky
  • Have a 1-hour breakfast with panoramic views at Hotel Everest View
  • Fly over the Everest Base Camp and the Khumbu Glacier
  • Land on Kala Patthar (5,545m) the closest viewpoint of Everest
  • A much quicker, safer, and more comfortable alternative to trekking
  • Total duration: 4-5 hours round trip
  • Oxygen on board, flown by experienced pilots
  • Ideal for travelers who are short on time, and choosing not to trek or for a more luxurious experience.

Trip Overview

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour – Complete Guide, Cost, Itinerary & Landing Experience

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour ranks among the most spectacular adventures in Nepal. You have the chance to see the glorious Himalayas from a perspective that most people will never experience. The traditional Everest Base Camp Trek takes about 12 to 14 days, walking through the mountains. This helicopter tour takes just hours to travel to the Everest region and back to Kathmandu. This option is ideal for people who have a limited time to travel, who want a more comfortable, luxurious experience, or for people who want to see Everest but have no desire to trek.

The helicopter tour takes you over scenic Sherpa villages, ancient monasteries, deep valleys, turquoise rivers, and snow-capped peaks. The tour provides you with stunning views of Everest (8,848.86 m) and other famous peaks of the Himalayas, including Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Thamserku, and Cho Oyu. Most helicopter tours land at Kala Patthar (5,550 m), which is the prime Everest vantage point, and the helicopter tour also makes a special breakfast stop at the world-famous Hotel Everest View.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is perfect if you want photographs, have a honeymoon or family trip you would like to commemorate, or if you have always wanted to see the tallest mountain in the world. The tour is a one day trip that will create memorable experiences that you will never forget.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour combines breathtaking helicopter views with the convenience and luxury of a high-end travel experience. The tour departs from Kathmandu in the early morning and flies east toward the Khumbu region and the base of the highest peak in the world. Along the way, passengers can marvel at the varying terrain of Nepal, including verdant hills, terraced farmland, and alpine forests, all of which are interspersed with snowcapped peaks.

The views continue to impress as you fly over Lukla, the step off point for most trekkers to Everest Base Camp, and the neighbouring town of Namche Bazaar, the center of Everest tourism. From this point on, the helicopter tour roughly follows the classic touring/trekking path to Everest, and you can see in succession the Gompa (Monastery) of Tengboche, Dingboche, Gorakshep, the Khumbu Glacier and Everest Base Camp.

Weather permitting, the helicopter will make a landing at Kala Patthar, which is a prime helicopter landing spot. At over 5,300 meters, it has the clearest views of Everest (which is why it is so popular with photographers) and the mountain is the closest you can get, as landing on Everest Base Camp is not permitted for a number of safety reasons (primarily the glacier’s movement).

Enjoying breakfast at the Hotel Everest View, which is recognized as one of the highest luxury hotels in the world, completes the experience when you get to enjoy a meal at over 3,880 meters while looking out the hotel’s panoramic windows at Mt. Everest.

Overall, the whole travel experience usually takes about four to five hours. It is one of the most luxurious travel experiences you can have in the Everest region, combined with the speed of the overall experience.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Itinerary

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At 8:00, you get picked up from your hotel and taken to the domestic terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport.

Once you hop on the helicopter, you’ll leave the Kathmandu Valley, and you’ll start to see the different landscapes. The beginning part of the flight is to Lukla Airport (2,860m), which is the starting point to the Everest Region. The flight will head north to the Himalayas after the short stop to refuel.

Next, we visit Hotel Everest View in Syangboche, Nepal, located at 3,880 meters high. It enjoys the fame of being the one of the highest Hotel in the world according to the Guinness World Records. It has the best view of Mount Everest and the neighboring peaks. Here, you’ll have a one hour break to enjoy a delicious breakfast, the refreshing air of the Himalayas and take photos.

After the break, the helicopter will fly to the Everest Base Camp and Khumbu Glacier and Tengboche monastery. It will be a thrilling experience because the helicopter will circle the Base Camp and you will be able to see the Khumbu Glacier. The helicopter will then land at Kala Patthar, which is just above Base Camp. At 5,545 meters, you will be able to see the highest point of Everest. You will have 10 minutes to enjoy the view and take pictures.

After, you will get back to your hotel in Kathmandu. It will be the best way to end the tour because in just half a day, you will have completed your Everest adventure. You will also enjoy the beautiful Himalayan valleys and the snow covered mountains on your way back.

Your time is as important to us as it is to you. This is why the tour is designed to take one morning only.

The whole tour lasts about 4 to 5 hours, including traveling by helicopter, driving, stops, and meals. The flights typically depart between 6 and 7 in the morning. The mornings are best in the Himalayas because the skies are clear and the weather is calm. The tour is most enjoyable in spring, which is between March and May, and in autumn, which is September to November. This is because the weather is stable, the views are spectacular while the mountains are visible, and the temperatures are pleasant at higher altitudes.

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Max Altitude

5,363 M. 17,599 feet
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Accommodation

4-Star Hotel

Includes & Excludes

What is included?

  • Helicopter ride to and from Kathmandu
  • Helicopter transfers to and from your hotel
  • Entry fees for Sagarmatha National Park and your TIMS permit
  • Breakfast included at the Hotel Everest View
  • Onboard oxygen supply when necessary
  • All government taxes and helipad/landing fees

What is excluded?

  • Your personal travel insurance (this is advisable)
  • Gratuities for the pilot and the crew (this is totally optional)
  • Other meals and drinks for the day that are not included in the booked itinerary
Note:

We also operate private trips.

Trip Information of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Best Time for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is best undertaken during the spring months of March to May, and during the fall from late September to November. These periods are known for their clear skies, stable weather, and prevailing magnificent views of the mountains, which are needed for a safe and pleasurable flight.

The early mornings during these months are the best time to fly because the air is still and the views are very beautiful; these are the best times to see the Everest mountain range and the majestic peaks of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. The monsoon season, which stretches from June to August, is to be avoided at all costs. The heavy clouds and rains are a sure way to the frequent cancelation of flights. The winter months of December to February are also best avoided as the extreme weather and snowfall reduce visibility and make flying very difficult. The helicopter tour is an amazing experience, and the best time for it is during spring and autumn.

How Safe Is the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour?

Safety considerations inform the design of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. Climbing high to 5,643 meters, and landing at the famous Everest View Hotel, calls for extreme weather and strong wind protective pilots and helicopters. We possess powerful, modern, and weather adaptable helicopters which undergo regular maintenance.

The pilots of our helicopters have accrued thousands of flight hours, always within the unique weather, and altitude-defying geography of the Everest region. The combination of this local mastery and the thorough application of the global minimum requirements of aviation regulations leave nothing to chance.

For those for whom the strenuous hike to Everest Base Camp is not an option due to health, age, or disability, this helicopter tour is ideal for capturing an unobstructed, secure, and up-close view of the highest peaks of the world without sacrificing safety.

Justifiably, customers always expect safety, as well as the professionalism and comfort, which makes this the Everest Base Camp helicopter tour much safer than the hike.

For your safety, we will modify your scheduled flights.

Cost and What’s Included.

Your price will vary by flight type; shared group tours will be less expensive than private charters. You can choose shared flights for a more affordable option. Private charters can cost between $3,800 and $5,000 for a group up to 5 and give you flexibility and exclusivity. Shared flights will cost around $950 to $1,500, which is more affordable than a private charter.

What to Bring

Although the tour is brief, the high-altitude environment requires special preparation. Because it gets cold at Kala Patthar, warm and layered clothing is essential. You should bring a down jacket or a windproof jacket, thermal gloves, a hat or a beanie is also required. Bring sunglasses and sunscreen for the high UV exposure and snow that reflects the sun. You should also bring your passport (or a photocopy) and a camera or smartphone to capture the beautiful views. You need a refillable bottle and light snacks for the altitude.

Booking & Cancellation Policy

You can book a tour either online or through a travel agent in Nepal. To be on the safe side, try to book a few days in advance during peak times. When booking a ticket, 30%-50% of the price must be paid as a deposit. It is good to know that due to weather or technical reasons, flights may be re-routed, delayed, or even cancelled. If a flight is cancelled due to the weather, it will be refunded, and there will be options to reschedule. Last-minute cancellations closer to the departure typically within 24 hours may be non refundable, irrespective of the policy of the operator. Travel insurance that covers cancellation and delayed flights might be a good idea to get.

Conclusion

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is about as adventurous as it gets. This is the best option if you have limited time and want to experience Everest’s breathtaking views without the waiting lines and the fuss. You will see a plethora of different scenery when you fly over the Himalayas, eat breakfast on the world’s highest serenade, and visit one of the most photographed places on earth. This is a ‘brag’ experience, and you must schedule your trip to Nepal.

Altitude Chart of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Pilots will not be allowed to land on the Base Camp because of the environment and safety issues. The Base Camp area will be flown over though, and you will land on Kala Patthar which will be a closer view of Everest.

Not really. This tour caters to all travelers. You don’t have to walk very much.

When taking a break, it’s likely that you spend most of your time resting in the helicopter.

Not really. You will only be at a high altitude for a short time, so it’s likely that you will not have altitude sickness. However, you can always ask your doctor. Additionally, there will be oxygen on the helicopter.

Absolutely. The Everest Helicopter Tour is suitable for children and seniors, as there is no exposure to high altitude and no strenuous activity is taken. Those with serious heart or lung issues should consult their doctor.

Bad weather impacts all flights in the Himalayas. If bad weather and low visibility occur, the flight will be postponed or canceled. If no flights can operate that day, we will offer a full refund or an alternate date.

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