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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

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Chaunrikharka

Soar above Everest in a helicopter, land at Kalapatthar for breathtaking views, and sip tea with Sherpas. Experience the magic without the trek.

Duration: 6 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Tenzing-Hillary Airport - You will fly to Tenzing Hillary Airport from Kathmandu. There you can see the world’s most dangerous airport. This is the stop where your helicopter needs refueling. Thus, you can stop here for 10-15 minutes and enjoy the landing view of airplanes on the steep runway.
Pheriche - This is the second stop of the tour. If you are a group of 5, then from here you will be picked up by two helicopter shuttles. This is due to the higher altitude. From Pheriche, only 2-3 people in a single shuttle can go up to Kalapatthar and overly Everest Base Camp.
Kala Patthar - This is the vantage point for viewing Everest up close. Sometimes, the landing is allowed in this part, and sometimes not. So, we usually say that it is an overfly trip.
Everest Base Camp - This is another iconic part of the helicopter tour. In Everest Base Camp unless there is any rescue operation, no landing is allowed. So, here as well you will be over flying. Don’t get confused, from Everest Base Camp you cannot see the perfect view of Everest. This is only possible from Kalapatthar.
Hotel Everest View - This is the best part of this trip. While coming back from Kalapatthar you will be stopping at the Hotel Everest View. From here you can see the wider view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, and Lhotse. You can enjoy breakfast at this place with the views of these lovely mountains.
Mount Everest - This is why you book this trip. You can get the perfect glimpse of Mount Everest from Kalapatthar. Even if the landing is not allowed, you can see it up close.

What's Included

Seating arrangements for up to a maximum of 5 people
In-vehicle air conditioning
Medical kits and First Aid
Government Tax & Service Charges
Oxygen Cylinder in the Helicopter

What's Not Included

Breakfast
Travel Insurance of the Travelers
Tips and Gratuities for the Pilot
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Permit and Sagarmatha National Park Entry Fee (USD40)

Additional Information

Imagine gliding in a cozy helicopter, floating above the clouds and snowy peaks that tower over skyscrapers. Then, touching down right beside them!

Introducing Everest, the monarch of mountains. Our exclusive tour takes you not just close to him, but to Kalapatthar, a hidden vantage point with a breathtaking view. Witness all facets of Everest, along with his icy companions like Lhotse and Nuptse, and the grand Khumbu Glacier winding down his side.

Forget about weeks of trekking! We whisk you past the challenging trails, landing gently for a warm cup of tea with welcoming Sherpas. Breathe in the mountain air, listen to the prayer flags flutter in the breeze, and absorb the enchantment of this extraordinary place.

Bring your sense of wonder, leave your worries behind, and prepare for Everest!

Be healthy, high mountains can make you feel strange.
Weather can be tricky, sometimes we wait a bit to fly.
Dress warm, like layers of onions are your friend.

Location

Tenzing-Hillary Airport

Lukla - Everest Base Camp Trekking Route

Cancellation Policy

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

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203nazlyg

Apr 16, 2024

Thanks Himalayan Scenery for this amazing experience. - Everest Helicopter tour is something I would definitely recommend for every traveller in Nepal. Thanks Himalayan Scenery for this amazing experience.