Helicopter Ride to Everest

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Everest base camp landing helicopter tour

Helicopter Ride to Everest Tour Summary

    1. Flight duration: 3 to 4 hours tour
    2. Group Size: 1 – 5 Tourist
    3. Landing: 10 minutes on Kala Patthar & 30 Minutes at HEV.
    4. Best time to Fly: Every Day
    5. Landing at Kala Patthar Altitude: 5,545 meters [18,193 feet]
    6. Transportation: Car + Helicopter Ride [sharing basis]

The Helicopter Ride to Everest landing at Kala Patthar tour is a very popular touristic activity in Nepal Himalayas. The walk to reach the Everest base camp in Nepal takes more than a week but on this convenient helicopter tour, you can cut out all the hard work hikes and fly straight there.

As well as seeing the incredibly rocky and icy landscape, glacial moraine, and icy rivers surrounding Everest, you will enjoy the views of remote Sherpa villages and lush farmland along the way.

Tourists can explore its stunning monasteries, including Tengboche, Pangboche, and Khumjung Monastery, which are major attractions. Additionally, during your helicopter flight, you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural splendor of the Himalayas.

From the helicopter window, you can witness iconic peaks such as Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Nuptse (7,879 m), Lhotse (8,501 m), Cho Oyu (8,188 m), and Makalu (8,475 m), among others. This short yet memorable tour offers a remarkable experience, allowing you to touch the foothills of Everest within just a few hours.

The easiest way to visit Everest is undoubtedly by helicopter, offering an exhilarating journey that allows you to experience the thrill of flying through some of the highest mountains in the world. Following a relaxing stay, the helicopter departs for Everest Base Camp, with landing at Kala Patthar contingent on weather conditions. Once you land, the majestic Everest reveals itself, providing a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire Himalayan range.

March to May and October to November months are the very best time to experience. Those months, we have stable weather with a clear skies and stunning panoramic views of Everest and more surrounding peaks. Mornings are generally ideal for flights, as weather conditions tend to be more favorable.

Kala Patthar helicopter landing tour package

Helicopter Ride to Everest in Nepal highlights ;-

  • The best panorama of Everest 8,848m, Lhotse (8,501 M), Cho Oyu (8,188 M), Makalu (8,475 M).
  • Best view of other popular mountains like Gauri Shankar 7,134m, Menlungtse 7,023m, Numbur 6956 m, Gyachungkang 7952m, Pumori 7,161m, Nuptse 7855m…etc.
  • Almost cover the most scenic places of the Khumbu Mountains and human settlements.
  • Everest Helicopter Tour with Landing in Kala Patthar is 3 to 4 hours of a single-day plan.
  • About ten minutes stop at Kala Patthar ground for the best photography.
  • 30 – 40 minutes stop for Breakfast in a Hotel Everest View [HEV]
  • 100 % Full Refund guarantee if no flight made due to bad weather.

How much is the Helicopter Ride to Everest tour cost?.

Tourist can experience the scenic and dramatic landscapes from air. The Mountain Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour cost starts from US$ 1250 to US$ 1315 per person if you take the group package of 5 pax travelling together. In a group, there will be a maximum of 5 people, that’s why it’s a sharing helicopter tour.

Since the cost of a helicopter passenger is very high, there won’t be a personal/private tour guide on your trip but we have a professional pilot who can tell you the places and the mountains that you see from helicopter windows.

Price Per Person for a Helicopter tour to Everest package for 2024.

Number of PassengerPrice Per Person
1 PersonUS$ 1315
2 PersonUS$ 1299
3 PersonUS$ 1290
4 to 6 personUS$ 1280
7 to 9 PersonUS$ 1275
10 and more than 10 PersonUS$ 1250

Likewise, if you want to take the Everest Base Camp helicopter private tour or want a better deal? email to us for a trip details.

Transportation from your hotel [inside Ringroad in Kathmandu] to Kathmandu domestic terminal and back to your hotel, we arrange a private car on your request. Kindly check Vehicle Rental service to Tribhuvan International – a domestic airport transfer on the given link and let us know.

Booking a travel package with Gokyo Treks & Expedition agency, you will get discounted prices which you don’t get from others. Moreover, we also do very good customer care to make your trip unforgettable and hassle-free.

Pheriche to Kalapatthar shuttles Service management

The recorded expense is only for a limit of two shuttles and each van flight is a limit of as much as 240 kilograms moreover, 500 kilograms for a twofold. The last assessment of weight conveyance to make a gathering division and the number of shuttles required will occur in Pheriche.

While on booking, we exceptionally demand you to give us your precise weight so we can deal with the excursion likewise. We can likewise deal with the load with another visit gathering and get a good deal on your additional helicopter cost in overweight/extra-individual cases. For this situation, you will be charged US$ 500 for every additional Aircraft (which is shared by the group).

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Assuming that you are a couple, you could need to part and fly independently to Kalapatthar because of the weight of the executives, however, we will give our all to oblige you so that doesn’t need to occur. Assuming there are multiple buses, each extra transport cost will be extra.

In the event that the absolute number of weight/travelers surpasses the bundle subtleties, one more helicopter from Kathmandu can add independently at an extra expense. Concerning the number of pax and the most extreme weight limit, the shuttle is maintain to fly above 14,570 feet.

Mount Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Itinerary [ Schedule ]

Basically, the helicopter starts with a short flight from Kathmandu taking five passengers roughly and fleets over the typical landscapes, river gorges, and mountains. As per their travel plan, they will have short stops in Lukla, Pheriche, Kala Patthar, and Sengboche Hilltop.

Itinerary Flight details
05:15 AM: Get ready at your hotel and drive to the TIA airport.
O6:30 AM: Arrival at Domestic Air Terminal Hall [TIA].
07:30 AM: Reach Lukla Air terminal [Tenzing Hillary Airport].
08:30 AM:Lukla to Pheriche Flight [around 20 minutes]
09:15 AM: Pheriche [Weight management] to EBC/Kala Patthar
09:45 AM: Kala Patthar Landing [10 min] to Hotel Everest View [HEV] for 30 minutes for breakfast.
09:45 AM: Return Fly to Kathmandu
Includes in the package price:-
  • Private transportation to Kathmandu domestic airport from your Hotel.
  • Helicopter sightseeing flight around Everest Region from Kathmandu domestic airport to Kathmandu domestic airport on sharing basis maximum of 5 persons in one Helicopter.
  • Landing at Lukla for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Everest over fly (Everest Base Camp, Kalapatthar, and landing at Everest View Hotel for 40 to 60 minutes for breakfast (breakfast cost isn’t included).
  • Oxygen Cylinder in Helicopter (if in case of emergency) .
  • Private transportation from Kathmandu domestic airport to your hotel in Thamel area.
  • 13% Government VAT and Helicopter fuel surcharges.
  • Insurance during a helicopter flight (which is provided by aviation company rules)
  • All government Taxes/VAT and Gokyo Treks Agency service charges.
What’s not included in the package Price:-
  • Breakfast in the Everest View Hotel [HEV] approximately US$ 30 to 40 per person.
  • All kinds of drinks, personal gears and tipping.
  • Sagarmatha National park entrance fee NPR 3000 per person.
  • Khumbu Pasang lamu Municipality entrance fee [local permit] NPR 3000.
  • Domestic airport departure NPR 1000 per person.

What to Pack – Packing List

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour requires appropriate dress depending on the climate. A down jacket, warm boots, Inner and outer layer gloves, a Water bottle, and warm trousers are also necessary while you are traveling during the warm season to keep yourself warm at the high altitude.

Likewise, you also need 100% UV rays protected sunglasses, snacks, a Camera with a memory card, and spare batteries. Because most of the time, the temperature is below the freezing level. Although, this helicopter tour won’t need many packing things. You just need some good quality clothes to keep you warm at a high altitude.

Departure and Return Departure Point:

Have in mind that we pick up the travelers from inside the ring road such as your location in Thamel, Lazimpat, Darbar Marg, Boudha, etc.

What To expect?

Once in the air, helicopter flights feel much like those of an airplane. Even with occasional turbulence, these aircraft remain stable, and any rough patches typically pass quickly, ensuring a smooth flight. Helicopters, in general, face challenges at high altitudes due to the thin air, making it difficult to generate enough lift. Even if the aircraft is capable of reaching such heights, landing is a highly delicate process.

Contrary to some claims, helicopters cannot land directly at Everest Base Camp due to the uneven terrain of the Khumbu Glacier. For safety reasons, helicopters land for about 7-10 minutes at Kala Patthar and around 15 minutes at Hotel Everest View (HEV) on the Sengboche Hilltop for a breakfast stop.

Additional Information (TIPS AND TRICKS)

Confirmation will receive at the time of tour booking
a wheelchair is also accessible entire the tours
A maximum of 25 people per booking
Old travelers with back pain can also join this tour.
It’s a Sharing basis group tour activity.

Cancellation Policy

You may cancel your helicopter tour up to 48 hours before the scheduled start time to receive a full refund. However, cancellations made within 48 hours of the tour will result in a forfeiture of the deposited amount. Additionally, any changes requested less than 48 hours prior to the tour will not be accommodated. In the event of flight cancellation due to adverse weather conditions, a full refund will be provided. All cut-off times are determined based on the local time of the experience.

Notes for Everest base camp Helicopter tour

Passengers on an Everest Base Camp helicopter tour with a landing at Kala Patthar should anticipate potential delays due to weather or other factors. Ascending quickly to 18,200 feet, it’s crucial to stay hydrated to help prevent altitude sickness.

This unique tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to witness Mount Everest up close without the physical demands of trekking. In just a few hours, passengers enjoy breathtaking aerial views, land at Kala Patthar for unparalleled panoramas, and experience the majesty of the world’s highest peaks. For safety, landings at Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp are brief, typically around 10 minutes, to minimize high-altitude exposure.

What makes Helicopter Ride to Everest tour from Katmandu special?

Landing at Kala Patthar with a Everest helicopter ride is an ideal day tour for those with little time who cannot commit to multi-day treks. This tour is also perfect for individuals with physical disabilities who wish to experience the majesty of the world’s tallest peak within a few hours. Helicopter flight will avoid the crowdy trails, providing breathtaking views of Everest and its surrounding landscapes. Furthermore, the tour is accessible to both physically challenges individuals and older travelers, offering a 3 to 4-hour ride that showcases stunning mountain summits, glaciers, lakes, Sherpa villages, and pristine rivers..

At Gokyo Treks and Expedition, we commit to deliver exceptional quality services. The Mount Everest helicopter tour from Kathmandu offers a uniquely luxurious experience, providing passengers with an unforgettable journey. Each flight accommodates between 1 to 5 passengers, whether in a private charter or on a group-sharing basis, allowing flexibility for all travelers. Moreover, you can easily join one of our daily schedule departures for this remarkable adventure.

Kathmandu to Mount Everest by Helicopter Review

EBC Helicopter Landing at Kala Patthar

September 13, 2024

I am Nicole, a lifelong skier, climber, and enthusiast of high-altitude adventures. While I’ve explored the Himalayas twice before, the helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp and landing at Kala Patthar was truly a spectacular experience.

To make the trip more affordable, Ammar arranged a shared trip for me.

With a brief stop at Lukla airport, an early morning flight, exploring Everest Base Camp, touching down at Kala Patthar, and enjoying breakfast at the Hotel Everest View, the day became one of the most memorable of my life.

I wholeheartedly recommend this trip and extend my deepest thanks to Ammar Guni and his Gokyo Agency for providing an unforgettable experience of a lifetime.

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Nicole Paulus, Austria

Response from Gokyo Treks Nepal

Hello dear Nichole Paul,

Thank you for choosing our services for a helicopter ride to the Mount Everest area and for posting such a wonderful review following your once-in-a-lifetime trip to the world’s highest mountain. It was truly a pleasure working with you, and we are thrilled to have been a part of your memorable experience.

We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.

Warm regards,

Ammar Raj Guni [ Guide and Owner] WhatsApp: +977 9841249988 (Available 24/7 in Nepal)

Incredible Everest Mountain Tour

April 17, 2024

This was our first time in Nepal, and the helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp exceeded all expectations. Ammar Guni made the day truly special. Everything was exceptionally well-organized, safe, and of the highest standard.

We were picked up in a comfortable, new car and guided seamlessly through every step of the process. Despite of minor delays in Lukla transit, the aerial views of the Himalayas were breathtaking. Additionally, enjoying breakfast at the Hotel Everest View with a stunning backdrop of Mount Everest was an unforgettable highlight of the trip.

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Schmitt Lauren and Alex, Dolomite Mountain

Response from Gokyo Treks Nepal

Dear Schmitt Lauren and Alex

Thank you for choosing our services for a helicopter ride to the Mount Everest area and for posting such a wonderful review following your once-in-a-lifetime trip to the world’s highest mountain. It was truly a pleasure working with you, and we are thrilled to have been a part of your memorable experience.

We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.

Warm regards,

Ammar Raj Guni [ Guide and Owner], WhatsApp: +977 9841249988 (Available 24/7 in Nepal)

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