Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Arrival at

Kathmandu

Dept. From

Tribhuvan Domestic Airport

Difficulty

Moderate

Group Size

5

Destination

Nepal

Max. Alt.

5554 m

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Exploring the tallest mountain in the world by taking an adventurous flight over it sounds nothing less than an inconceivable dream. If you also fantasize about rejoicing amidst the astounding views of the majestic Mt. Everest, then the Everest base camp helicopter tour in Nepal is best suited for you. You are bound to get chills down your spine during the entire trip. Discarding the exhausting and tiresome walk and still experiencing the awe-inspiring views via heli ride is the jewel in the crown.During your Everest Heli tour, you get to land at the Everest base camp to see the spectacular view of Mt. Everest from every angle. You will experience the pristine landscapes from a higher altitude.
You will witness breathtaking views of the alluring snowcapped mountains during the trip. On a single-day trip, you will see the least of 13 Himalayan mountains and alluring landscapes and experience an adventurous heli ride. You can take a grip on numerous memories that will last a lifetime. So, don’t delay further to experience the breathtaking views of the splendid mountain ranges and magnificent landscapes from a high elevation. The Everest base camp helicopter tour is best suited for people who don’t have the luxury of time or people with physical impairments and minor health conditions that forbids them from the Everest Base Camp trek in Nepal. This ride will give you a marvelous opportunity to land in the lap of the majestic Himalayas and enjoy the blissful ambiance.

Why Book Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour With NBM Travel?

  • Nepal Big Mountain (NBM) travel has been renowned for providing comprehensive services for groups and individuals from and to the country for almost a decade.
  • We ensure a safe Mount Everest helicopter tour by working with a team of well-experienced, professional pilots and crew members.
  • Our aircraft undergo frequent inspection and maintenance. Hence, it is suitable for handling adverse weather in the Everest region.
  • We put extra effort into arranging the best logistics possible: hygienic food and travel safety. 
  • We pride ourselves in customer satisfaction as most of our clients today are regular visitors, which displays their trust in us.
  • We ensure that you have a comfortable and safe travel experience in Nepal.  
  • You get the most out of your experience and value for money on traveling with NBM.

Highlights

  • Adventurous Everest helicopter tour, enjoying the scenic masterpiece.
  • Exquisite landing at the grand Everest base camp or Kala Patthar.
  • Observing alluring landscapes, green hills, beautiful Sherpa villages, and lush forests.
  • Witnessing breathtaking aerial views of the magnificent Himalayas.
  • Panoramic views of several snow-capped mountains, including Everest, Lhotse, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Thamserku, and many more.
  • Catching the site of Immaculate ice lakes and glaciers.
  • Panoramic view of the green alpine forest with blossoming rhododendrons and pine trees.
  • Breakfast/meal at the world’s highest hotel, The Everest View Hotel.

Short Itinerary

  • Hotel picks up and drops at the domestic terminal of International Airport, Kathmandu.
  • Preparation and processing to take your scheduled Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour with a landing.
  • Fly to Lukla (2,845 meters)
  • Flight Refueling at Lukla Airport
  • Fly to Kala Patthar (5,450 meters)
  • Land and Explore around Kala Patthar (5,450 meters)
  • Fly to Syangboche (Everest View Hotel) (3,950 meters)
  • Breakfast Time at Everest View Hotel
  • Fly to Lukla and Refuel
  • Fly back to Kathmandu

Detailed Itinerary

Hotel picks up and drops at the domestic terminal of International Airport, Kathmandu.

Your Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour begins early in the morning, and here’s what happens throughout the day.

The trip begins as we pick you up from your hotel early in the morning and then drive to the airport’s domestic terminal.

Preparation and processing to take your scheduled Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour with a landing.

Your guide will assist you with the check-in process and luggage. Be sure to carry your passport and tickets. After check-in, an airport officer will check your documents.

Fly to Lukla (2,845 meters)

After the airport formalities, you will proceed to fly Lukla. After 45 minutes of the blissful flight, you will land at Lukla 2,845 meters above sea level. Lukla is renowned for Lukla airport having a small worldwide runway.

Flight Refueling at Lukla Airport

Upon landing at Lukla, you will witness the local Sherpa culture and lifestyle. At the airport, you will see Sherpa guides and porters waiting for their clients while we refuel the flight for 15 minutes.

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: the legendary Everest Base Camp or the mighty Khumbu glacier. In the second half of the flight, you will enjoy the serene views of the mountains, including Everest, Pumori, and Lhotse summit, on flying over the Kala Patthar.

Land and Explore around Kala Patthar (5,450 meters)

This helicopter ride will be a memory of a lifetime. It is much greater than just a flight as it allows you to experience scenic masterpieces, majestic mountains, and astounding landscapes. After The 3-4 hours Everest Helicopter, you land at the renowned Kalapatthar, where you will enjoy the view of the mighty, majestic peaks of the Khumbu region of Nepal. Fifteen minutes may sound like a small period. However, it is more than enough to grasp the splendid views of the spectacular mountain ranges.

 

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 the vibrant colors of a sunrise in paradise merged into one. This short flight is bound to arouse your appetite for another helicopter tour.

Fly to Syangboche (Everest View Hotel) (3,950 meters)

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.

Breakfast Time at Everest View Hotel

Syangboche is renowned for the Everest View hotel, which gives you a view from every corner of Mt. Everest. It is an ideal place to grasp the splendid scenery of the snow-covered peaks. Having a fulfilling breakfast with a view of the world’s tallest mountain will be a dream come true.

Fly to Lukla and Refuel

After having an excellent breakfast in the world’s highest hotel, you will fly back enjoying the astonishing views of the Himalayas. Watching the mountains up close and flying over them like a free bird, you will collect memories of a lifetime. Once again, the flight will land at Lukla for 15 minutes for refueling and fly back to Kathmandu.

Fly back to Kathmandu

Finally, flying back to Kathmandu, you will view the diverse landscapes in the Everest region. A feast for the eyes as you look down on the Namche Bazaar, Lukla, and Phakding. After this exhilarating flight, you will have a comfortable ride back to your Hotel.

How Safe Is The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour?

We ensure that our Everest heli Tour in Nepal is a safe journey for you. Safety is our primal concern, and our flights take off only after extensive examination of the weather in the Everest region. We only take off after a comprehensive analysis by the expert. This trip includes people with physical impairment and minor health issues, who are often forbidden for Everest base camp trekking in Nepal. However, pregnant women and participants with major heart problems or other major medical problems are not encouraged to participate in the EBC helicopter tour.

 

We work with one of the best professional pilots & crew members in the country, with years of flying experience in the Himalayas. Our aircraft undergo frequent maintenance and repeated examinations for a safe and comfortable Everest helicopter tour.

For your safety and health concerns, we do not stay at the Kalapathar for a long duration. Since the Kala Patthar is at an elevation of 5545m, staying at this altitude for a long period may invite health issues such as altitude sickness. We explore the Kalaptthar for 15 minutes. You can worry less and enjoy more, as the Everest Base Camp Heli Tour in Nepal is perfectly safe. People with severe premedical conditions must consult their doctors and inform Nepal Big Mountain before the trip.

 

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Flight Route

  • The EBC helicopter tour starts from Kathmandu. We take a flight from Kathmandu domestic Airport to Lukla.
  • Flight Refueling at Lukla Airport and Flying from Lukla to the Everest Base Camp.
  • We Land at Kalapathhar to explore for 15 minutes and then Fly back to Syangboche (Everest View Hotel) for breakfast.
  • From Syangboche, we fly back to Lukla and stop there for refueling.
  • After that, we finally take a flight back to the Kathmandu domestic airport.

The Best Time To Do Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour

Spring and autumn are the best times for an Everest base camp helicopter tour. Springs and autumns allow you to see the majestic Himalayan views at their best. All the mountain peaks are distinctly visible during this time. You can also experience the clear and serene views of the landscapes and pristine glaciers. Hence, this journey is most favorable between September-November and March-May when the weather is good.

 

Regarding summers, June to mid-September offers gloomy, unstable weather and foggy views.

It is not possible to implement the helicopter ride during adverse climates when it’s raining, or the weather is too foggy. However, trips are still manageable if the weather is supportive during summer.

 

The Everest base camp helicopter tour is doable in the winter as well. December – February presents spectacular views of the mountains. However, there are lumps of snow over the trails and the weather is extremely cold during winter.

 

Everest base camp lies at a very high elevation which explains the unstable and frequently changing weather. However, the Everest base camp helicopter tour is only a few hours long, so the unstable weather should not be the reason to step back from experiencing the majestic beauty of the Everest region.

 

Nepal Big Mountain Travel strives to provide the greatest vacation experience possible. Hence, we recommend you pick the spring and autumn seasons for your Everest base camp helicopter ride since the weather is the most supportive, offering the best of views. Skies are mostly clear during these times, and there is less chance of precipitation. Favorable weather offers the best of views, and you can make the most out of your experience at this time. It will be a lifetime memory, so better do it in the best season when the weather is most favorable with clear views.

Included

  • Smooth airport and hotel transfer.
  • A shared helicopter tour for breathtaking aerial views.
  • Effortless hotel pickups and drops, as well as private transfer to the hotel.
  • Equipped with medical kits and oxygen cylinders for any emergencies.
  • Relax and take in the views at the famous Everest View Hotel for an hour.
  • Take a short break at Kalapatthar for 10-20 minutes for photo and video opportunities.
  • Permits for Sagarmatha National Park, Rural Municipality fee, and Airport tax.
  • Commemorate your adventure with a certificate of completion.
  • Fuel surcharges, with no hidden costs.

Not Included

  • Personal expenses.
  • A hearty Hotel Everest View breakfast.
  • Beverages and personal expenses not included.
  • No personal gear and down jackets.
  • Additional expenses incurred due to flight delays.
  • Any expenses not listed in the package price section.

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All Included Price

$2700

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Contact Person
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Book this Trip for $675.00 USD Advance

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Viet Anh
Viet Anh
2023-01-03
The tour gave me such an amazing experience, especially about the cultural, historical and religious values of Nepalis. 2 colleagues and me went on 1 tour of NBM Travel, in 4 nights and 5 days in Nepal (Limbini, Nagarkot, and Kathmandu). Mr Sujit, the Manager was very supportive in arranging a customized tour for us, meeting all our requirements. He is very responsive and professional, with quite good connections to help us (our domestic flight was delayed, he managed to get us on board of an earlier flight)Mr Subash, the Tour Guide, was also responsible and hospitable. He always tried to make us enjoy the trip. He is also expertised in his job, knowing a lot of information about the tourist attractions. He was very ready to help when we want to buy local fruits, and very collaborative when we want to change the schedule.The tour gave me such an amazing experience, especially about the cultural, historical and religious values of Nepalis. In our tour, we also planned to see the Himalayan Ranges from our Hotel in Nagarkot and from Chandragiri Hills, but the weather was so cloudy during our stay. It may be a good reason for our come back to Nepal next time and enjoy the hospitality of NBM Team.
Ciara M
Ciara M
2022-05-13
Fantastic We had such a fantastic experience in Nepal with this tour company. We were overwhelmed by how welcoming and warm Sudarshan and his team were from the moment we arrived. We felt so comparable and taken care of in the beautiful Nivas Botique home in Kathmandu. The rooms are beautiful and very comfortable. We enjoyed delicious, complimentary authentic Nepalese meals and had such a fanatic stay here. We travelled to Pokhara for 2 nights in very comfortable private transportation. We had a fantastic 2 days of activities including paragliding and white water rafting, all organised for us. We couldn’t have asked for a better trip and I couldn’t recommend using this travel company more. We will definitely be back in the future!
Rory N
Rory N
2022-05-08
Amazing Trip! We spent 4 fantastic days in Kathmandu and Pokhara with NBM travel. Our trip included paragliding, sight seeing and an Everest flight. Management went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, safe and ensure that we had the best time. Would highly recommend this travel company!
JIAOTU
JIAOTU
2021-08-29
绝美风景,期待下次再见 不同于之前在国内看到的雪山,喜马拉雅山系的雪山绵延不绝,又高又长,能见度好的时候能看到一片的雪山,感觉自己第一次离雪山那么近,超震撼的感觉。看到了鱼尾峰的鱼尾巴,好美!雨林里山中的空气超级好,刚好走的那段路像原始丛林一般,很美空气很新鲜,竟然有点爱上这种雨中漫步的感觉~选的旅行社的老板人真的很好!安排的十分妥当,爱上这种异国他乡的快乐啦哈哈!不过这是我们第一次相遇,但绝对不是最后一次相聚!
YU J
YU J
2021-08-28
很棒的旅游体验-Kathmandu 一直有想去尼泊尔旅行的想法,前些日子终于下决心仔细研究了,人生地不熟的,问了朋友的朋友有没有旅行社推荐,就推荐了这家,英文名NBM中文名大山旅游,老板中文名也叫大山,感觉对中国文化很有研究,让我们这种出国游的感觉很安心。老板很靠谱,给安排了懂中文的向导,沟通很顺利,人也很亲切。不得不说尼泊尔景色真不错,适合放松身心,有机会的话还会再来,也会多推荐大山旅游的。
Tina B.
Tina B.
2019-12-14
Great if you have limited time to visit the city I was in Nepal in November and after a trek of 10 days I only had 1 and a half day to visit Kathmandu. I found out many places to visit in Kathmandu are far from each other (5 to 10 km) and walking between places is not an option (heavy traffic). So I decided to book a private tour (I was a solo traveller) and had a great experience. My guide Raj took me to all the important places , UNESCO sites, and explained everything about the place we were visiting. I would recommend this tour to anyone who has limited time to explore the city. -1 point as the guides will take you to shop/restaurant they have an agreement with, I didn't mind the shop as they don't force you to buy anything, but I would have wanted to choose the restaurant by myself
Hari r
Hari r
2019-07-25
Cable Car Trip near Kathmandu Me and my friends travelled Kathmandu this July and we went for a short distance trip to Chandragiri Hill. Cable Car took us to Chandragiri hill, which is best to escape from hustle and bustle of Kathmandu. The view of Kathmandu was beautiful as rain cleared up the sky. The guide we were provided was professional and he told us incredible stories of the hill. Overall it was fantastic trip.
Bindu B
Bindu B
2019-07-25
Trekking, Local, culture views and sites 5 days in Nepal trek was awesome. We went to Sundarijal, then to Chisapani walking a lot of stairs and then to Nagarkot. We could see beautiful peaks from Dhaulagiri to Everest. People at Sundarijal seem very friendly. All in all, our trek was very nice and we enjoyed it very much.
Stephanie H
Stephanie H
2019-07-18
Amazing Trip! Thank you to the folks at NBM Travel for an awesome trip to Nepal! Shristi was incredibly helpful with coordinating everything and answering all of my silly logistical questions from the moment I booked the trip. My tour guide Mani provided so much support on the tour, from sharing his knowledge about Nepali culture and history, to helping me find souvenirs at a good price, to rearranging our itinerary when we had weather delays. I chose this tour specifically to learn about the many cultures and lifestyles of Nepal and was not disappointed. Each location was so different from the last - Kathmandu is the chaotic capital, Chitwan is a gorgeous jungle where you’ll see animals that you’d never expect to see up close in real life (still can’t believe how close I was to crocodiles and a rhino!), and Pokhara feels like a cute beach resort. We were unable to go to Lumbini due to weather, so we spent an extra day in Pokhara and an extra day in Kathmandu, which worked out fine for relaxing and shopping. Even the bus rides between cities were interesting because you could see examples of life in the countryside and some really cool landscapes. There was a decent balance of sightseeing and free time, and I really liked each of the hotels we stayed at. If you are interested in learning about Nepal beyond trekking, this is a great introduction. They have such an interesting diversity and unique history, I wish more people knew about it!If you go in July, like I did, you’ll likely catch some rain (monsoon season), so make sure you pack accordingly! Rain boots, rain coat, and quick dry pants worked well on rainy days and the boat tour/jungle trek in Chitwan, plus a few pairs of comfortable pants and a pair of sandals for sunny days. Don’t let the name “monsoon” scare you off from coming if this is the only time of year you can go. You’ll still see, do, and eat a lot! (Make sure you have dal bhat and momo while you are here...they are the best!)
Swostika M
Swostika M
2019-07-08
Exciting trip in cable car Had a experience of such a steep cable car. The trip was exciting and the mountain view was worth the travel.

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