Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Duration: 3 Hours
Helicopter Tour
Arrival: Kathmandu
Departure: Kathmandu
Group: 1-4
Min Age: 10+
Max Ground Time: 5-7 min at Kalapathhar
Max Ground Time: 30 min at Syangboche
Best Season: Mar-May and Sep-Nov
Fixable Departure: Seasonal Month/Day

Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour is one of the best ways to view Mt Everest the highest peak in the world with 8848m closely. It is a one-day helicopter ride tour that lands at Kala Patthar or Everest Base Camp.

Ten to one count down, that is, the best adventure ever that suits every age group wishing to catch the closest views of Mt. Everest. With a reasonable cost of the luxurious way to explore the beauty of the Khumbu region. Moreover, watch the Himalayas unfold from the comfort and an aerial perspective of the helicopter through the EBC Helicopter Tour.

How is Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour? and what you will see?

In the morning, beginning with, the views of mountains in a moderate size helicopter of comfortable 3-4 seats perfect for this scenic tour. Obviously, on-air from Kathmandu and fly towards the east to Lukla. Lukla is a beautiful Sherpa village from where we take off to begin our tour with a panorama of peaks. We will be overlooking Manaslu-Ganesh-Langtang-Jugal Himal towards Cho-Oyu, Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. And most importantly, Mt. Everest includes views of Mt. Makalu. The ultimate Mount Everest base camp helicopter tours give you some of the best mountain views and scenes.

View from Kalapathar.

Landing at Kalapatthar Viewpoint is most famous as massive views of the entire Himalayas can be seen from this black hill. Enjoy the marvel of the close views of tumbling Khumbu Ice Falls and glaciers and head back with a short stop at Thyangboche Monastery. It is a wonderful spot, with high peaks and lovely forests surrounding it. After that fly to Syangboche and spend around twenty minutes at a hotel for breakfast while also admiring the beautiful Himalayan vista fly back to Lukla for fueling and return to Kathmandu and end our amazing helicopter day tour of Everest.

How we can say EBC Helicopter is a lifetime experience?

EBC Helicopter Tour is the most exciting and thrilling lifetime flight experience helicopter tour in Nepal. In contrast, it gives you the front face of Mount Everest and the other Himalayas. From Kalapatthar top with the best cost guaranteed gives you a unique chance to enjoy the return. You will enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience and create lasting memories and the story to tell to your friends and hopefully motivate them to take the adventurous helicopter tour.

Terms and Condition

The helicopter Tour depends according to the weather condition
In case of any bad weather conditions or technical emergencies, the company has the right to cancel/postpone the flight
For the safety of the pilot has full authority to check the weight, route, and ground time

Trip Information:

Private Charter: USD 3899
Per Person for Group Joining: USD 1299
Breakfast included
Maximum ground time at Kalapatthar: 5 to 7 minutes
Maximum ground time at Syangboche: 30 minutes
Maximum weight: 220 kg including passenger and belongings
Maximum person: 2-3 person depending on weight

Outline Itinerary

Destination	Altitude	Duration
Kathmandu to Lukla	2845m	45 min flight
Lukla to Kala Patthar	5550m	15-20 min flight
Kala Patthar to Everest View Hotel	3963m	12 min flight
Breakfast at the Everest View Hotel	3963m	12 min flight
Everest View Hotel to Lukla for refueling	2845m	15 min flight
Lukla to Kathmandu	1400m	45 min flight

Show Detail Itinerary

Detail Itinerary

1Kathmandu to Lukla (2,845 meters) (45 minutes flight)

The Everest helicopter tour starts from Kathmandu. Once you reach the domestic airport hop on your helicopter and head towards Lukla. The flight to Lukla has mesmerizing with views, fly over the concert jungles, of the Kathmandu valley, as you cross the valley witness the majestic views of the lush hills of central Nepal, a part of the great Mahabharat range. Hovering above dotted settlements along the central hills of Nepal, you will reach the settlement of Lukla. A beautiful settlement nestled on a hilltop.

The flight duration is around 30 to 45 minutes. Once you reach Lukla, take a short break. The helicopter needs to be refueled at Lukla. A short break of around 10 to 15 minutes and again get in the helicopter and head towards Kala Patthar.

2Lukla to Kala Patthar (5,550 meters) (15-20 minutes flight)

Kala Patthar is a famous vantage point of the Khumbu region nestled at an elevation of 5,550 meters. Trekkers often flock to this area to get a different perspective of the region, and the views at dawn are majestic from this vantage point. A 15 to 20 minutes flight will take you to the summit of Kala Patthar, passing over various settlements along the classic Everest trail. Fly over the settlements of Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Gorak Shep, and the deep wilderness of the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Site.

Once you reach the summit of Kala Patthar, soak in the views of Himalayan vistas. The 360-degree mountain view from Kala Patthar is stunning with views of Everest and Lhotse above 8000 meters, Nuptse, Changtse, Pumori above 7000 meters, Ama Dablam, Chumbu, Thamserku, Kangtega, Taboche & Lobuche above 6,000 meters along with other endless peaks of the Greater Himalayan range, glaciers, and icefalls.

At Kala Patthar, you will have a half an hour stop. Observe the majestic view of the Khumbu region and next head towards Everest View hotel.

3Kala Patthar to Everest View Hotel (12 minutes flight)

Hovering alongside the mountain giants and flying by the deep wilderness of the Khumbu region head towards the Everest View Hotel. The flight is short, but the views are majestic. The Everest View hotel is one of the highest place hotels in the world, providing 360-degree views of the mountains of the Khumbu region.

4Breakfast at the Everest View Hotel (30 minutes flight)

Upon reaching the hotel you will have your breakfast with the views of the Himalayas and deep woodlands of evergreen fir trees, shrubs, and rhododendron forests. A stop for 30 minutes and next you will be heading towards Lukla.

5Everest View Hotel to Lukla for refueling (15 minutes flight)

Witness the grand views of the snow-capped mountains and lush wilderness of the Khumbu region. Flying across several settlements dotted along the trail you will reach Lukla. At Lukla, the helicopter needs to refuel so you will have a brief break of around 10 to 15 minutes. After refueling head back to Kathmandu.

6Lukla to Kathmandu (45 minutes flight)

The flight takes you around 45 minutes and covers a distance of 136 kilometers. Fly past the mountains and alpine territory towards the lush hills of central Nepal. Hovering above various rural settlements and cities you will reach the concrete jungle of the Kathmandu Valley. Upon reaching Kathmandu our representative will assist you with your accommodation. The rest of the day is yours to explore this vibrant city, head on a guided tour, or stroll on your own.

Cost Includes and Excludes

All ground transportations by private vehicle
Three hour charter helicopter service
Breakfast at Everest View Hotel
Sagarmatha National Park permit fee
Government taxes and office service charge

Accommodation in Kathmandu
Meals other than breakfast
Any other expenses which are not specified on cost includes

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