Everest Helicopter Tour- Day Tour

5.0 (8 reviews) Kathmandu, Nepal
Duration4h - 5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Mt. Everest.
Kalapathar Views
Panoramic Views
Helicopter Ride

Overview
Observe and feel the natural beauty of Nepal and the Himalayas on a 4-hour Everest Base Camp helicopter tour. This tour is the easiest way to visit Mount Everest and see the surroundings from a height of more than 16,000 feet (5,000 meters).

What to Expect
See Mount Everest and its surrounding nature from inside a helicopter on this 4-hour helicopter ride from Kathmandu.The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour meets the desires of tourists who want to take advantage of seeing the most of the area in a short amount of time, and is good for persons in any kind of physical shape.Your journey starts from Kathmandu Airport with a helicopter moving eastward, flying parallel to the Himalayan range, allowing magnificent vistas of the soaring Himalayan peaks.

What's included

  • All official taxes and service charges
  • Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages
  • Almost 4.5-hours helicopter flight, Depends on Weather
  • All land transportation by private car, van, or hiace
  • Meals and Accommodation in Kathmandu
  • Any other item not mentioned
  • Necessary permit and entrance fee for conservation area
  • Nepal Visa Fees

What to expect

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    Overview

    Observe and feel the natural beauty of Nepal and the Himalayas on a 4-hour Everest Base Camp helicopter tour. This tour is the easiest way to visit Mount Everest and see the surroundings from a height of more than 16,000 feet (5,000 meters).
    What to Expect

    See Mount Everest and its surrounding nature from inside a helicopter on this 4-hour helicopter ride from journey starts from Kathmandu Airport with a helicopter moving eastward, flying parallel to the Himalayan range, allowing magnificent vistas of the soaring Himalayan peaks.
    Trip Detail

    After landing at Lukla for fueling, you will fly to the airstrip in Syangboche, located at 12,340 feet (3,761 meters), or if you wish to have breakfast at Hotel Everest View, the helicopter will land at the hotel’s helipad.From Syangboche your tour will take you closer to Mt. Everest and all the magnificent Himalayas, like Amadablam, Pumori, Number, and Cho Oyu .

    Start Time - 5.30 am.
  2. Lukla
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    Kathmandu 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.
  3. Kala Patthar
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    Lukla 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.

    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.
  4. Everest View Point
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    Kala 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.
  5. Everest View Point
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    Breakfast 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.
  6. Lukla
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    Everest 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.
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    Lukla to Kathmandu (45 minutes)
    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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet our Valued Customers at Alpine Club of Himalaya , Thamel
Or
We will meet them at Hotel Devo Boutique Thamel, Kathmandu

Meeting point

We will meet our Valued Customers at Alpine Club of Himalaya , Thamel
Or
We will meet them at Hotel Devo Boutique Thamel, Kathmandu

End point

We will meet our Valued Customers at Alpine Club of Himalaya , Thamel
Or
We will meet them at Hotel Devo Boutique Thamel, Kathmandu

End point

We will meet our Valued Customers at Alpine Club of Himalaya , Thamel
Or
We will meet them at Hotel Devo Boutique Thamel, Kathmandu

Pickup details

We will meet our Valued Customers at Alpine Club of Himalaya , Thamel
Or
We will meet them at Hotel Devo Boutique Thamel, Kathmandu

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Everyone Should Bring Their Passport
  • Everyone Will have Seats

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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