Overview

Enjoy the swift and scenic Helicopter tour in Nepal with us, an opportunity of a lifetime experience. From the comfort of a spacious seated helicopter enjoy the unparalleled panorama of the Himalayan great range of peaks. Includes views of Mt. Everest and Mt. Lhotse and as far as Makalu and Kanchenjunga at single glance. Nepal is a premier country for all types of adventure sports as well as for leisure activities. Like joining for Everest Helicopter Tour, especially for people with limited time in Nepal. The Helicopter tour is the only means, to fulfil the dreams and desire being close within world’s highest peaks.

In Nepal with serval private airlines, operates Helicopter services on charter or group joining basis. Everest Helicopter Tour of more than 2-3 hours’ flights to enchantment with sweeping views of Himalayan range of peaks. Everest Helicopter Tour operates on a clear fine day of the seasons, flying high close towards the giant snow-capped mountains. The scenic joy ride takes you above Nepal beautiful dramatic country landscapes heading north-east.

The chopper soon hovers high towards Everest base camp and makes a swift round of the famous base camp. Passengers can catch the aerial views of the Everest base camp, amidst remorseless fields of ice and glaciers. Includes massif Khumbu Ice Fall, then the chopper makes a smooth safe landing at the base of Kalapathar rocky hill. The best viewpoint for closest look of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Pumori and Nuptse with an array of giant peaks. After a refreshing grand vista of majestic Mt. Everest, the chopper heads back to Kathmandu to complete the Everest Helicopter Tour.

Everest Heli Tour Highlights

swift and scenic flight to enchantment in the shade of massif Himalayas.
Enjoy the comfort of a spacious seated helicopter for exciting scenic flights.
Awesome panorama of Nepal’s beautiful landscapes of green hills and valleys.
Spectacular panorama of Himalayan snow-capped peaks throughout the flight.
Catch glimpse of the famous world’s number one Mt. Everest base camp.
Stand amidst towering giant mountains with close views of Mt. Everest.

Day 1 :

Starting 5:30 AM to 11:45 AM. Maximum of 5-6 hours flights with stops

Early morning carrying packed breakfast or can enjoy refreshing drinks around the tour. The company staff receives you at the hotel for a short drive to Kathmandu domestic airport. After checking in through security, as time for the flight board in the spacious chopper. As well as getting introduce among fellow passengers and the Captain the pilot. The seats are comfortable with enough space for let stretch at the back of Pilot seat. The Helicopter then lifts up from the ground, enjoy the grand views of Kathmandu city and the valley. Enclosed by tiers of green rolling hills, dotted with farm terraces and villages, then the chopper heads higher.

Sit back and enjoy the panorama of Himalayan snow-capped peaks of the Central and Mid-East Himalayan range. Includes Manaslu, Ganesh and Langtang Himal, the Helicopter, heads towards north-east above the green valley, rolling hills and villages. The chopper then makes a short landing at Lukla a famous town with an airport as well the gateway to Everest. At Lukla the pilot stores fuel for the return journey, and to make the engine lighter. Which is most important flying around high altitude to Everest Base Camp.

As time permits enjoy a refreshing hot drinks, and snacks at nearby restaurants. Then get on board for more exciting ride, from Lukla the Helicopter follows the Dudh Koshi River above. Catch the views of Sherpa villages down below as the chopper fly higher above and past the famous Namche Bazaar. Flying high above beautiful areas of Tengboche Monastery, located amidst green forest.
Then the helicopter leads north towards Everest Base Camp, with close views of beautiful Ama Dablam Peak. The chopper flies above Pheriche, Lobuche and Gorakshep, a settlement with number of good lodges. Finally, the Helicopter makes a swift round above the Everest base camp. Enjoy the dramatic landscapes covered in moraine of rocks, ice, snow and glaciers with massif Khumbu Ice Fall. During mountaineering expeditions seasons of March to May the base camp will be covered with tented camps, of the climbers.

After glimpse of Everest Base Camp, then the Helicopter makes soft landing below Kalapathar Rocky ridge. The Helipad is situated on a wide hard ground carpeted with moss and short grass. From the Helipad enjoy the close views of majestic Mt. Everest with adjoining snow peaks. The pilot informs you with time to enjoy the grand scenery of the mountain with clear views of Everest. The Helipad at Kalapathar base is at 5,250 m/17,192 feet high, above Gorakshep, a small settlement with few good lodges. After an exciting time amidst towering mountains, return journey to Kathmandu. The pilot makes a short landing at the Everest View Hotel complex helipad at 3,900 m or 12,796 feet.

The Everest View Hotel, listed as the World highest luxury hotels in Guinness Record. Options for breakfast, snacks and hot refreshment a lovely place to relax with views of Mt. Everest. From here fly to Lukla for refuel and then an hour flight reaches Kathmandu with panoramic views of the Himalayan range of peaks. Bidding farewell with gratitude to the expert pilot for the wonderful and safe exciting flights. Walk towards the parking lot, after receiving a certificate of appreciation for the enjoyable Everest Helicopter Flight. A short drive brings you to your hotels, after a marvelous experience and refreshing morning on Everest base camp helicopter tour.

Everest Heli Tour FAQs

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Why the Helicopter does not land at Everest Base Camp?

For several good and best reasons, as this is a commercial and joy flight, where all sectors in tourism. It is important, and should follow the norms and being aware of Eco or Responsible Tourism. The Everest Base Camp are in the brink of rapid change, melting of its massif glaciers and snows. Due to climate change and Green House affect, if the helicopter lands at Everest base camp. It can effect the fragile environment with the sound of Helicopter engine and from fast breeze that the Helicopter creates. Especially on landing and take-off, the other reasons the Helipad is not safe. With the slow movement of glaciers, rock falls and the ground is not flat or level for safe landing.

How long do we have time at each stops?

Depending upon on the weather and as time permits, not longer than an hour. To enjoy the views of the Himalayan series of giant peaks, as well as to catch glimpse of local cultures.

Is the cost fully refundable, in case if the Helicopter flight get canceled?

Certainly, depending upon the company’s rules and policy, but a small charge will be deducted. For the transportation to and from the hotel-airport vice-versa.

Is it possible to join with a group on this Helicopter Tour?

Certainly yes, interested travelers, can join in a group on this wonderful scenic joy ride. The maximum seat capacity is for 4-5 passengers.

How much the breakfast cost at Everest View Hotel?

Everest View Hotel is a deluxe and luxury place, the cost for breakfast is approx. US$ 30 to US$ 40 per person. The breakfast of wide selection served in a buffet, where clients can choose as per their liking and taste.

Is oxygen cylinder available in Helicopter if needed?

Yes, a light and portable oxygen cylinder is available on this Helicopter flights in case of emergency situation. Like HAS (High Altitude Sickness) or AMS which is Acute Mountain Sickness.

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