ITINERARY
Duration: 01 Day
Price: On Request
The best and picturesque Everest Base Camp Helicopter tours specially offer ------ per person including ground transportation from your hotel( Option). The given Helicopter tour cost is based on group joining, which is really advantageous for a solo traveler. But, you should let us know in advance to manage the group. For the private trip, there will a limitation of 5 people,(Someone can fly even Solo or a couple) not exceeding 400 kg in weight. For a prompt response about the tour info, Helicopter tour itinerary, detailed information, and cost, we are available 24/7 on WhatsApp: +00919810098099. If you are looking for an alternative itinerary with a few days walk, then the helicopter flyback can be organized after the Trek to Everest base camp and another hand If you would like to celebrate your married anniversary in the Himalayas, take our special offer of the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour to land at 5430 Meters from Sea level to hug the Himalayan including Mount Everest. Still, have few more questions? Please, do not hesitate to contact us about price, details itinerary about 2024.
The magnificent views of the Everest Himalayas are known as Kalapatthar at 5430 meters altitude. The chopper fly takes you over the base camp and lands there. The mind-blowing Himalayan sceneries of Mt. Everest, Mt. Amadablam, Mount Nuptse, Mount Lotshe, Mount Cho Oyu, Makalu peaks, and Gokyo peak surpass your imagination about the dream trip that offers the lifetime memory. Despite the helicopter option, you can still choose the regular Mount Everest Flight by the ATR plane from Kathmandu. It is one hour tour from Kathmandu domestic airport to Mount Everest and the other Himalayas.
Everest Helicopter tours offer spectacular views of the white snow peaks and the Himalayan landscape. You get information about the peaks and surrounding geography from our experienced pilot, not necessary to have a guide with you. It starts from Kathmandu and stops in Lukla at the beginning of fuel. It is an entrance to the Everest base camp, densely populated with sufficient facilities. Then it flies in the high mountains which provide lifetime adventurous experiences and lands at Kalapatthar. It means black stone in the Nepali language. It is surrounded by the same kinds of rocks. But, superb view of the high alpine zone. After viewing the snow-peaked mountains, we retrace back to Kathmandu via Lukla.
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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Itinerary - 4 hours
> Fly from Kathmandu - Lukla (fueling)
> Fly to Pheriche. Shuttle to Kalapathar into two Flights. ( 2 people at once and 3 peoples another shuttle)
> Pheriche to land at the best viewpoint of Everest at Kalapathar for the picture.
> Kalapathar - Syangboche Have Lunch or breakfast.
> Syangboche - Lukla Refueling- Fly back to Kathmandu.
> Note: Nepal has various cultures Touring and hiking areas for adventure activities. Like, Bird watching, Paragliding, peak climbing, Mountain flight, and Trekking in the Himalayas.
Trip Facts
Starting Place: Kathmandu
Ending Place: Kathmandu
Best season: Spring & Autumn
Group Size:
5 People Max
Transportation: Helicopter
Fitness level: Fitness not Required
Language: English/Nepali
Major Highlights of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
> Fly to the Mount Everest Base Camp, where you will witness the mountaineers who camp there before ascending Mt. Everest
> Witness the outstanding view of the Himalayan range from a helicopter ride.
> Land at Kala Patthar at the altitude of 5,545 meters
> Sagarmatha National Park, the world’s famous nature reserve in the Himalaya
Bird-eye view of the highest mountain in the world Mt. Everest, and the surrounding peaks, including Lhotse (8,516 m), Nuptse (7,861 m), Phortse (3,950 m), Cho Oyu (8,210 m), etc
> Stand at the world’s base camp and enjoy the jaw-dropping views of the Himalayas
Outstanding view of the Khumbu icefall
> Enjoy the delicious breakfast at the highest place hotel in the world- Everest View Hotel
Outline Itinerary
Kathmandu - Lukla (Fueling) Flight Time: 45 Minutes Ground Time: 7-10 Minutes
Lukla – Everest Base Camp (Kalapatthar) Flight Time: 25 Minutes Ground Time: 7-10 Minutes
Everest Base Camp (Kalapatthar) – Syangboche Flight Time: 15 Minutes Ground Time: 30 Minutes
Syangboche – Lukla – Kathmandu Flight Time: 1hrs 10 Minutes
Trip Highlights
> Thrilling helicopter tour to Everest Base camp.
> Helicopter Land and stop for Breakfast in Everest View Hotel
> Short Landing in Kalapatter to see Everest and other high mountains and feel the altitude
> Great views of famous peaks such as Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and many more.
> Stunning landscapes, Icefalls, and glaciers.
> Beautiful villages and valleys.
One Day Itinerary
Day 1: Kathmandu to Kala Patthar via Everest Base Camp (Flight time: 3-4 hours)
Pick up from the hotel transfer to the airport (reporting 1hr before)
5:30 – 6:30 AM: Hotel pick up and drop to the domestic terminal of International Airport, Kathmandu.
Your Everest helicopter tour will start from International Airport, Kathmandu. Early in the morning, we will pick you from the hotel and drive to the airport’s domestic terminal.
6:30 – 7:00 AM: Preparation and processing to take your scheduled helicopter flight to EBC with a landing.
Your guide will assist you with the check-in process and luggage. Make sure to carry your passport and tickets. After checking in, an airport officer will check your documents and ticket, and you will be ready to fly to Lukla.
7:00 – 8:00 AM: Fly to Lukla (2,845 meters)
Once you complete your airport formalities, you will proceed to fly Lukla. As you begin to fly, you will be welcomed by the fantastic vistas of green hills, and passing through Dolakha village reaches Jiri village. Heli ride continues over the Lamjura-La Pass (3,550 m) covered in thick rhododendron forests.
After 45 minutes, you will land at Lukla with magnificent views of the chains of the Himalayas. Lukla lies at 2,820 meters above sea level. Lukla is famous for Lukla airport, which has a small runway in the world.
8: 00 – 8:15 AM: Flight Refueling at Lukla Airport
Once you land at Lukla, you will start witnessing the local Sherpa culture and lifestyle. At the airport, you will see many Sherpa guides and porters waiting for their clients. It will take around 15 minutes to refuel the flight.
8:15 – 8:30 AM: Fly to Kala Patthar (5,450 meters)
After refueling at Lukla airport, you will fly to Kala Patthar. The inflight commentary will tell you exactly where you are, whether it’s the legendary Everest Base Camp or the mighty Khumbu glacier. In the second half of the flight, you will get great views of the mountains such as Everest, Pumori, and Lhotse summit when flying over the Kala Patthar.
8:30 – 8:45 AM: Land and Explore around Kala Patthar (5,450 meters)
This helicopter tour is more than just a flight where you can gawp at the breathtaking landscapes before you. The 3-4 hours Everest A helicopter tour lets you land in the Kalapatthar, where you will indulge in the view of the mighty, majestic peaks of the Khumbu region of Nepal. Fifteen minutes on the ground may not sound like a lot, but it’s far enough to find out splendid views of the scenic mountain beauty.
8:45 – 9:00 AM: Fly to Syangboche (Everest View Hotel) (3,950 meters)
Throughout this mountain flight, you will be accompanied by a guide who will tell you all you need to know about the sites you have a bird’s eye view of as the vibrant colors of a sunrise in paradise merge into one. This short flight is bound to arouse your appetite for another helicopter tour.
After enjoying the magical moments at Kala Patthar, you will fly to the world’s highest situated hotel, Everest View Hotel, for a hearty breakfast. The flight offers marvelous views of Khumbu Glacier, Gorak Shep, monasteries, Chortens, and snow-clad peaks of the Everest region.
9:00 – 9:30 AM: Breakfast Time at Everest View Hotel
Syangboche is well-known for Everest View hotel, famous for getting Mt. Everest’s view from every corner. It is an ideal place to get the mesmerizing scene of snow-capped peaks in luxury. You will have a hearty filling breakfast at Everest view hotel with a splendid Everest view.
9:30 – 10:00 AM: Fly to Lukla and Refuel
After having an excellent breakfast in the hotel, you will fly back to the Lukla with the astonishing views of the Himalayas. There is nothing more exciting than a clear bird’s eye view of the Himalayas up close. Once again, the flight will land at Lukla for 15 minutes for refueling and fly back to Kathmandu.
10:00 – 11:00 AM: Fly back to Kathmandu
Finally, before heading back to Kathmandu, you will see the full range of the Everest region landscapes’ diversity as you look down on the Namche Bazaar, Lukla, and Phakding. After this exhilarating flight, you will be taken back to your hotel in comfortable, private transport.
Price Includes
- Transfer to/fro Hotel
- Chartered Helicopter
- All government tax
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Passenger insurance
- Price Excludes
- National park entry permit (NRS. 3,500 per person)
- Any meals, accommodation, or drinks
- Tailor-Made and Departure Tour
Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour is an easy trip that begins with a Helicopter flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and refueling at Lukla, Fly from Lukla to Pheriche, overfly to Everest base camp, and land at Kalapathar (5430 m). We have everyday fixed departures for Kalapathar landing trips in the best trekking seasons. we also organize the trip on your suitable date. But you should inform us about the customize date and time in advance.
Accommodations
When you are in Kathmandu, from the standard to five-star accommodations are available. During the Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour, you do not need accommodation. It is just 4 hours round trip from the domestic airport of Kathmandu to Kathmandu. In fact, we are landing for a warm breakfast at the Shyangbouche, it is 3800 Miters from Sea level ( Everest view hotel).
Breakfast
Early in the morning drive to the domestic airport of Nepal. We check-in and fly to Everest by helicopter. Helicopter land and refueling at the Lukla, continue to fly to Pheriche, you will have shuttle the trip into 2 different flights due to safety.3 peoples are in one flight and two are at another to Kalapathar ( 5480M) You will land at the Kalapathar, get off from the helicopter and take the best pictures and get into Helicopter again. Similarly, fly back to Pheriche. All people are picking up on the last flight and fly to Shyangbouche, (Everest View Hotel) to land and have a warm breakfast. Someone will pick you up and drop you off from Helipad to Everest view hotel and the helipad at the end. So, your breakfast will be at the Everest view Hotel in Shyangbouche with beautiful views of the Himalayas including Mount Everest.
Physical Condition & Experience Requirements
Although it is a tour of 5300 meters by helicopter So, it is an easy trip and does not need special requirements for the trip. But You need to have warm clothes and sunglasses with you and if you would like to take a child it will be at your own risk.
Best Time for the Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour
The best time for the Everest Base Camp Heli tour is in Spring (March to Jun) and Autumn (September to December). The temperature is moderate in these seasons and guarantees amazing views throughout the trip. Although this trip can be undertaken during the winter, the cold temperature might not be suitable for everyone.
Trip Important
Due to a sudden change in the weather, sometimes, the flight cannot take off on time. So, the flight schedule can be slightly changed or postponed for the following days, will affect your timetable? please let us know earlier ( 5 passengers are allowed in one Helicopter at once. But we can provide such service up to 20 people every day with 4 different choppers)
Additional Information
Our team, Nepal Tourism Package is ready to assist you with such trip service and providing authentic information at the time you need it. If you need further information, please, do not hesitate to email us or call us now.
Everest Helicopter modal details
Present arrival: AS 350 B3 E Airbus
Made: Euro copter, France
Date of Mfg: January 2015
Seat Capacity: = 6 people ( Including Pilot) in low land
= up to 5 People on High land.
Fling Capacity: 1400 kg.
Landing Altitude: 23,000 ft. (7010m)
Weight: 2250 kg
Takeoff from = Kathmandu domestic airport
Empty weight: 1285 kg
Internal Load: 900 kg
