Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour - 1 Day

Amazing mountain views four hour heli flight land at Everest base camp

Trip Facts

  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Easy
  • Group Size: +4
  • Trip Type: Group Join Everest Heli Tour
  • Package Cost: $1050 Per Person (group join)
  • Airport Transfer: Private
  • Best Season: Feb - May, & Sep - December
  • Max Elevation: 5,545m | 18,193ft

Highlights

  • Experience the adventure of a lifetime with a thrilling helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp, offering breathtaking views and a unique perspective of the world's highest peak.
  • For those with limited time or physical constraints, the helicopter tour offers a comfortable and convenient way to explore Everest Base Camp without the need for weeks of trekking.
  • Land at Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar, where you'll be treated to panoramic 360-degree views of the towering Himalayas, capturing memories that will last a lifetime.
  • Enjoy a luxurious journey in high-quality helicopters with experienced pilots who have extensive flying experience, ensuring your safety and satisfaction throughout the tour.
  • Nepal Spirit Adventure offers reasonable prices for the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, providing exceptional value for a once-in-a-lifetime experience that exceeds expectations.

About Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour - 1 Day

Everest Base Camp is located at an altitude of 5,364 meters (18,193 feet) and is a well-known base camp situated in Nepal. If you have ever thought about visiting Everest Base Camp by helicopter flight in Nepal, you are warmly welcome to join Nepal Spirit Adventure (NSA) for a 1 Day thrilling Helicopter Tour to Everest Base Camp.

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, also known as the Everest Heli-tour in Nepal, allows you to enjoy the breathtaking view of Mount Everest (8,848 meters) and offers a swift glimpse of the Everest region Himalayas. The tour includes a landing at Everest Base Camp (EBC) or Kalapatthar, providing a comfortable way to explore the magnificent mountain views within a day.

This helicopter tour is especially suitable for travelers who have limited time in Nepal and cannot dedicate two weeks to trekking. It is also ideal for physically disabled travelers who have the desire to explore the world's tallest peak within a day. The tour offers a four-hour helicopter flight from Kathmandu, allowing you to experience fantastic mountain views.

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour starts from Kathmandu and flies east towards Everest Base Camp, passing beautiful Sherpa villages and serving as the gateway to Everest. During the flight, you can enjoy eagle-eye views of the Kathmandu Valley's heritage sites. As the flight progresses, snowcapped peaks begin to appear, and the helicopter lands at Lukla airport for refueling, providing a glimpse of the picturesque Lukla villages.

After refueling in Lukla, the flight continues towards Everest Base Camp, passing notable landmarks such as Tengboche, Dingboche, and Gorakshep. Finally, the helicopter lands at Everest Base Camp, where you can witness the world's highest peak right in front of your eyes. Other peaks such as Amma Dablam, Thamserku, Lhotse, and the Khumbu glacier can also be seen from the base camp.

Due to altitude concerns, the landing time at Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar is limited to a maximum of five minutes. However, during this time, you can enjoy the 360° views of Mount Everest and take beautiful pictures to commemorate your journey. The helicopter then takes you back to Syangboche (Everest View Hotel) for tea/coffee or breakfast, where you can admire the stunning mountain vista and get an excellent view of Mount Everest.

Finally, you fly back to Lukla for refueling before returning to Kathmandu, concluding your life experience of the Everest Base Camp Tour by helicopter flight.

The entire Everest Helicopter Tour takes approximately four hours, including the day tour journey from Kathmandu to Lukla, Tengboche, Gorakshep, Everest Base Camp/Kalapatthar, Syangboche, Lukla, and back to Kathmandu.

The helicopter flight capacity for this tour is a maximum of five passengers and one captain, with a weight limit of 500kg. If there are 4-5 passengers, two shuttle flights may be required from Pheriche or Everest View Hotel, splitting the body weight (approximately 250kg on average). The helicopter tour with a landing at Everest Base Camp is a thrilling and exciting lifetime experience in Nepal, offering the front face view of Mount Everest and other Himalayan peaks from the top of Kalapatthar, with the best cost guaranteed.

To ensure a satisfactory experience, Nepal Spirit Adventure uses high-quality brand helicopters and experienced pilots who have been flying for a long period of time. They aim to fulfill your every need and desire during the tour, and every customer is guaranteed a window seat to enjoy the amazing mountain views and beautiful scenery.

Why Helicopter Tour to Everest Base Camp?

While there are various ways to reach Everest Base Camp, such as trekking from Jiri or driving to Phaplu-Salleri and starting the trek, the flight to Lukla remains the best and most popular route to the Everest region. However, for those seeking a more luxurious and time-efficient option, riding a helicopter to Everest Base Camp with a landing at Kalapatthar is the ideal choice.

You will save time, avoid altitude sickness, 6-7 hours of day-to-day walking, extreme coldness, money for gear, and many more.

Why Nepal Spirit Adventure?

If you're considering embarking on this adventurous trip, you can start your booking with Nepal Spirit Adventure. We offer the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour at very reasonable prices, thanks to the utilization of the best quality brand helicopters and experienced pilots. Our aim is to ensure that your every need and desire is met throughout the entire tour, providing you with a lifetime experience of the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour.

Whether you're a trekker or hiker familiar with the traditional routes to Everest Base Camp or a traveler seeking a more expedient and awe-inspiring experience, the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour offers a unique opportunity to witness the majestic beauty of the Himalayas, including the world's highest peak, Mount Everest. Don't miss out on this chance to explore Everest in a luxurious and memorable way.

So, go ahead and book your Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, and get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with breathtaking mountain views and stunning landscapes. Nepal Spirit Adventure awaits you to make your dream of visiting Everest Base Camp a reality.

Itinerary

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FIRST FACE
5:30 - 6:30 AM: Hotel picks up and drops to the domestic terminal of International Airport, Kathmandu. Your Everest helicopter tour will start from International Airport, Kathmandu. Early in the morning, 

Our airport drop crew will pick you up from the hotel and drive you to the airport's domestic terminal.

SECOND FACE
6:30 - 7:00 AM: Preparation and processing to take your scheduled helicopter flight to EBC with a landing. Your guide will assist you with the check-in process and luggage. Make sure to carry your passport and tickets. After checking in, an airport officer will check your documents and ticket, and you will be ready to fly to Lukla.

THIRD FACE
7:00 - 8:00 AM: Fly to Lukla (2,845 meters)

Once you complete your airport formalities, you will proceed to fly Lukla. As you begin to fly, you will be welcomed by the fantastic vistas of green hills, and passing through Dolakha village reaches Jiri village. Heli ride continues over the Lamjura-La Pass (3,550 m) covered in thick rhododendron forests.

After 45 minutes, you will land at Lukla with magnificent views of the Chains of the Himalayas. Lukla lies at 2,820 meters above sea level. Lukla is famous for Lukla Airport, which has a small runway in the world.

FOUR FACE
8: 00 - 8:15 AM: Flight Refueling at Lukla Airport

Once you land at Lukla, you will start witnessing the local Sherpa culture and lifestyle. At the airport, you will see many Sherpa guides and porters waiting for their clients. It will take around 15 minutes to refuel the flight.

FIVE FACE
8:15 - 8:30 AM: Fly to Kala Patthar (5,545meters)

After refueling at Lukla Airport, you will fly to Kala Patthar. The inflight commentary will tell you exactly where you are, whether it's the legendary Everest Base Camp or the mighty Khumbu glacier. In the second half of the flight, you will get great views of the mountains such as Everest, Pumori, and Lhotse summit when flying over the Kala Patthar.

SIX FACE
8:30 - 8:45 AM: Land and Explore around Kala Patthar (5,545 meters)

This helicopter tour is more than just a flight where you can gawp at the breathtaking landscapes before you. The 3-4 hours Everest Helicopter tour lets you land in the Kalapatthar, where you will indulge in the view of the mighty, majestic peaks of the Khumbu region of Nepal. Fifteen minutes on the ground may not sound like a lot, but it's far enough to find out splendid views of the scenic mountain beauty.

SEVEN FACE
8:45 - 9:00 AM: Fly to Syangboche (Everest View Hotel) (3,950 meters)

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

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.

EIGHT FACE
9:00 - 9:30 AM: Breakfast Time at Everest View Hotel

Syangboche is well-known for Everest View Hotel, famous for getting Mt. Everest’s view from every corner. It is an ideal place to get the mesmerizing scene of snow-capped peaks in luxury. You will have a hearty filling breakfast at Everest view hotel with a splendid Everest view.

NINE FACE
9:30 - 10:00 AM: Fly to Lukla and Refuel

After having an excellent breakfast in the hotel, you will fly back to the Lukla with the astonishing views of the Himalayas. There is nothing more exciting than a clear bird's eye view of the Himalayas up close. Once again, the flight will land at Lukla for 15 minutes for refueling and fly back to Kathmandu.

TEN FACE
10:00 - 11:00 AM: Fly back to Kathmandu

Finally, before heading back to Kathmandu, you will see the full range of the Everest region's landscapes' diversity as you look down on the Namche Bazaar, Lukla, and Phakding. After this exhilarating flight, you will be taken back to your hotel in comfortable, private transport.

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    • Enjoy convenient transportation from your hotel to the airport and back, ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish.
    • Experience the helicopter flight with shared seating arrangements, accommodating up to 5 passengers for a comfortable and enjoyable journey.
    • Benefit from our assistance in arranging the necessary permits for your Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. Please note that permit fees are additional and payable locally in the mountains.
    • Our knowledgeable escort will accompany you throughout the tour, providing daily wages, medical insurance, meals, and transportation allowance for a worry-free and enjoyable trip.
    • Rest assured with our well-equipped medical kits and assistance in re-confirming your international air tickets, ensuring your safety and peace of mind.
    • Helicopter fare as per flight duration on a day ride
    • Passenger insurance
    • All the government tax and company service charge
    • National park entry permit (NRS. 3,000 per person)
    • Pasang lhamu Local government tax (NRS. 2,000 per person)
    • Airport tax (NRS. 500 per person)
    • Breakfast USD. 31 per person (optional) at Syangboche- Everest View hotel

    Dates & Prices

    Departure note

    All departure dates are guaranteed in the group join base, if dates aren’t convenient to you can select as per your Nepal holiday, we organize a private tour at any time of the year. 

    Useful Information

    Q: Can we obtain a Nepal visa upon arrival at Kathmandu airport?

    A: Yes, you can obtain a Nepal visa upon arrival at Kathmandu airport. The cost of the Nepal visa is as follows:

    • 15 Days – 30 USD
    • 30 Days – 50 USD
    • 90 Days – 125 USD

    Note* The price may change according to seasons, annually, or any other reasons.

    Q: Can you assist us in booking a hotel in Kathmandu?

    A: Certainly! Based on your preferences for the star level of the hotel, we can make the necessary arrangements for your stay in Kathmandu. Please inform us in advance to ensure a seamless booking process.

    Q: How can passengers enjoy the view when there are 5-6 people on board?

    A: Even with 5-6 passengers, we arrange two shuttle flights from Pheriche in the Everest region, with each shuttle carrying a maximum of 3 passengers. This allows everyone to enjoy excellent views from their seats.

    Q: What type of helicopter is used for the tour?

    A: We use the Airbus 350 series helicopter for the Everest Base Camp tour, ensuring comfort and safety.

    Q: Is there a weight limit for passengers?

    A: The weight limit for passengers is 450kg from Kathmandu to Lukla and 210kg in the Everest Base Camp/Kalapatthar region. For groups larger than 3 passengers, we arrange two shuttles from Pheriche.

    Q: What type of clothing is recommended for the tour?

    A: In the Everest Khumbu region, it can be cold, sunny, and windy. During the winter months (September-February), warm clothes with thermal layers are necessary, along with wind-blocking garments, gloves, sunglasses, neck mufflers, and comfortable warm shoes.

    In the summer months (March-August), warm clothes with wind stoppers and good shoes are sufficient. Don't forget sunglasses and face cream. We recommend checking weather updates before departing your home country.

    Q: What is the start time and duration of the tour?

    A: The Everest Base Camp helicopter tour starts at 7:00 AM from Kathmandu domestic airport. The tour duration is approximately 3.5 to 4 hours. Please confirm your tour timing one day prior to your tour date. Note that tour times may vary due to weather, politics, and other important factors.

    Q: How high does the helicopter fly during the Everest Base Camp tour?

    A: The helicopter flight starts at 2,840 meters and reaches a maximum height of 5,450 meters. With lightweight, the helicopter can fly higher, up to 7,000 meters if weather conditions permit.

    Q: How long can the helicopter stay at Everest Base Camp?

    A: The helicopter lands at Everest Base Camp for a brief 5 minutes due to altitude concerns. However, at Syangboche Everest View Hotel, we can stay for approximately one hour.

    Q: Who leads the trip, and are they well-trained and experienced?

    A: Our guides and pilots are highly experienced professionals with extensive knowledge of the Himalayas. They have decades of experience leading customers worldwide, showcasing the wonders of the region. They possess expertise in flora, fauna, local culture, history, eco-tourism, and responsible tourism. They are trained in first aid and can handle emergency situations with care, including arranging helicopter services for evacuations if required.

    Q: Do you offer transparent pricing without any hidden costs?

    A: We strive to provide the best value for your money without any hidden or extra costs. Our company policy ensures transparency in dealing with customers, and we offer competitive prices for our helicopter tours.

    Q: How can I secure my seat on the helicopter flight to Everest Base Camp?

    A: To secure your seat on the helicopter flight to Everest Base Camp, follow these steps:

    1. Fill out the booking form provided by our company, including details of your passport (expiration date) and your preferred trip.
    2. Make an advance trip payment by transferring at least 50% of the total trip cost to our company's bank account. Please note that the advance payment is non-refundable and serves to secure your booking.
    3. Send us scanned or photocopies of your passport along with the completed booking forms.
    4. Upon receiving your documents and payment, we will send you a confirmation letter and a receipt for the advance trip payment.

    You can make the payment through direct bank transfer or via Credit Card (Visa/MasterCard) with an additional 4% surcharge. We also accept PayPal and online payment methods.

    Q: Can solo travelers join a group for the Mount Everest helicopter tour or a helicopter day tour to Everest Base Camp?

    A: Absolutely! We have formed sharing groups specifically for solo travelers or couples. You can contact us and join our existing group. We offer flexible dates, and if you have a preferred date, please let us know in advance. Joining a shared flight helps reduce the cost of the helicopter flight to Mount Everest Base Camp.

    Q: Can I fly to Everest Base Camp by helicopter in the morning and catch my international flight after 1 PM?

    A: Yes, our Everest Base Camp helicopter tour concludes by noon, allowing you to catch an international flight after 2 PM. This schedule provides ample time for your onward travel.

    Q: How far is Kathmandu International Airport from the domestic airport?

    A: The distance between Kathmandu International Airport and the domestic airport is only a 7-minute walk or a 2-minute drive.

    Q: What is the cost of flying to Mount Everest Base Camp by helicopter?

    A: We offer sharing flight options for those who wish to share the cost, as well as private chartered flights at reasonable prices. Please contact our team to inquire about the cost of the flight.

    Q: Do you carry oxygen tanks in case of emergencies during the Everest Base Camp helicopter flight?

    A: Yes, we always carry oxygen cylinders on board in case of emergencies during the Everest Base Camp helicopter flight.

    Q: Does the weather affect the helicopter flight to Mount Everest Base Camp?

    A: Weather conditions in the Mount Everest region can be unpredictable. We stay in touch with local sources to get live weather updates. While monsoon season may have some impact, the early morning flights usually offer beautiful views.

    Q: Can anyone trek to Everest Base Camp and return by helicopter from Kalapathar, Base Camp, Gorekshep, Lobuche, or Pheriche?

    A: Yes, if you prefer, you can trek to Mount Everest Base Camp and arrange for a helicopter pick-up service. This allows you to avoid retracing your steps and provides a convenient way to return.

    Please let us know if you have any further questions or require assistance with your Everest Base Camp helicopter tour.

    Testimonials

    Everest Base Camp Heli Tour

    Well, organizing, and sharing the tour was reasonable and worth to do it. We had a magnificent Everest view from Kalapatthar and Syanboche, It was the perfect way to see Mt. Everest and Khumbu Himalayas through helicopter flight. Didn’t have any idea about the heli tour of Everest, knew that the Everest base camp trek we were so lucky that we got a kind recommendation friend of mine about “Ram Magar” his customer service was brilliant and thanks for organizing this tour for us, we will come to Nepal for Lantang valley short trek. 2024-04-10

    Review by:Majed, Kuwait

    Terrific view-Everest base camp heli tour

    I enjoyed the Everest base camp helicopter tour, it was my first time in Nepal, had a short holiday not enough to do the Everest base camp trek on foot. The heli flight was delightful and took 5 hours from Kathmandu to Kathmandu. Landed at Kalapatthar for a short photo session but was wonderful and had a close view of Everest and many mountains and helicopter landed at Syangboche-Everest View Hotel for breakfast with a spectacular view of Everest and many mountains, so if you do not have time to reach Everest base camp this tour is one of the best options for see the Himalayas and ‘EVEREST’ thanks Ram and team of Nepal Spirit Adventure, next time will come to Nepal for Annapurna base camp trek no doubt to join any activities in Kathmandu, Nepal. Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour: 2024-03-11

    Review by:Nicola, Belgium

    Lifetime experience

    We had a great view of Everest and other many Himalayas during our Everest base camp Heli flight, definitely the most delightful way to see a rooftop Mountain View. Thank Ram and the team of Nepal Spirit Adventure it was a perfect itinerary according to my holiday schedule, your group joining ebc Heli tour is worth it.

    Review by:Rudi, United States

    Everest Helicopter Tour

    Incredible Everest view we had from Kalapatthar while helicopter stop for a while, It was one of the best ways to see the Mount Everest view during the 4-5 hours tour and see many snowy mountains. Another highlight of this tour was Syangboche, heli landed for breakfast at the Everest View hotel located at 3,700m which offered also the best view of Mt. Everest and many mountain views, we enjoyed it a lot thanks “Ram” organized the best tour for us and will back to Nepal again for Annapurna base camp trek.

    Review by:Roger, Canada

    Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

    Ram,
    You had the best crew and good organization for the Everest helicopter tour, everything worked out in time as per the tour itinerary, the best Everest mountain view that had have been seen in my life, The Heli tour is the best option to see the Mount Everest view just took you guys 4-5 hour from Kathmandu to Kathmandu, we highly recommend this adventure company just Nepal Spirit who can take care in good condition. 2023/04/13

    Review by:Anne, United States

    Good way to see Mount Everest

    The flight was on time, this tour should be ideal to see Mount Everest, we had the best view, altitude heli flight journey, landing at 5,545 was another attraction of this tour, good breakfast at Syangboche and we were 100% happy with Everest helicopter tour that ram for organizing such a beautiful Everest view flight via Helicopter.

    Review by:Ahmad, Kuwait

    Everest Base Camp Helicopter Trip

    We were really satisfied with our tour, the view from Syangboche was outstanding, and both journeys' scenery!! Loved it again in the near future thanks to Ram organizing such a best package for the Everest heli tour. April 13, 2023

    Review by:Andrew, Switzerland

    Spectacular Mt. Everest View

    Thank you Ram-team of Nepal Spirit Adventure, your optional suggestion was lovely and worked, and the tour was outstanding, it was my first-time Helicopter flight to Mt. Everest base camp, the weather was perfect, and enjoyed a lot and saw many mountains during the tour. The top highlight was Heli landed at Kalapatthar which was amazing and had the best close view of Everest and uncountable mountain views were offered it is worth doing! Once again thanks to you guys offered a group join basis Helicopter to Everest base camp was the best idea and we can highly recommend this company to anyone who wants to see Everest within 5 hours of Helicopter flight!!

    Review by:Jan, Netherlands

    The best way to see Everest

    I had the best weather and the day was lucky for me, had a wonderful Everest base camp helicopter tour, a great option to land at Kalapatthar for incredible Everest, Nuptse, Pumari, Amadablum many more mountain views. It was a quite late pickup from the Syanboche but never mind I had a beautiful hour's hike around and show Everest a magnificent view and a delicious breakfast. Thanks, Ram and team for organizing such a fantastic mountain Helicopter tour to Everest base camp this is the best way to see the Everest view worth doing it.

    Review by:David, Canada

    It was best way to see Mt. Everest

    We didn’t have time to do the Everest base camp trek on foot, the key was to see the rooftop mountain near the base camp and booked this tour with Nepal Spirit Adventure had offered fix departure with a group joining the trip as we were only two from Australia, their cost was reasonable and acceptable. We had the best tour mountain was spectacular staffs were friendly, the flight was on time and Ram was on the back for the operation, this tour was more than we expected. When the helicopter landed at Kalapatthar the mountain views were incredible show Everest very close and seeing many other mountain surrounding, it was quite a short time break we enjoyed it so much and understood the high altitude point. Another major highlight during the tour was that the helicopter landed and Syangboche Everest view hotel for breakfast. This place was amazing, we had also the best view of Everest and other many snowy mountains eat a delicious breakfast worth it. We were so happy that we booked our tour with this company. 2023/03/19

    Review by:Christine, Australia
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