Helicopter Ride to Everest

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.

Helicopter Ride to Everest in Nepal highlights ;-

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.

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.

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.

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.