Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
About this tour
Get to Everest Base Camp, the primary highlight of the Everest region, on a scenic helicopter flight from Kathmandu. The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour lets you avoid the brutal multi-day trek. Instead, you can hop on an early morning helicopter flight from Kathmandu. In just a couple of hours, you will be surrounded by majestic bird's eye views of Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, numerous glaciers, and peaks. What's more, you can conclude the trip with a delicious breakfast at Hotel Everest View, the highest-altitude hotel in the world. The views from the balcony as you sip your coffee are highlights of their own. 1. The most convenient way to visit Everest Base Camp 2. Spectacular helicopter flight from Kathmandu to the Everest region 3. Small group, undisturbed views 4. Easy shuttle from your hotel to the airport and back
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Highlights
- ✓Private transportation
- ✓Helicopter ride from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp and Return
Itinerary
Stop 1
You'll board a helicopter to Lukla here, after being shuttled to the airport from your hotel or a location of your choice.
Stop 2
A short helicopter refueling break at Lukla will give you time to adjust to the chilly air, marking your entry into the Himalayas.
Stop 3
You'll be split into two groups to adjust to the restricted passenger weight limit at higher altitudes. One group is shuttled to Everest Base Camp for a thrilling helicopter tour, and another explores the beautiful surroundings and waits for their turn.
Stop 4
The flight from Pheriche to EBC is a highlight in itself. You'll pass through glaciers, snow-capped massifs, and the infamous Everest Base Camp. After getting a picturesque bird's eye view of the base camp, Kala Patthar, and surrounding massifs, you'll be flown to Hotel Everest View. Kala Patthar offers the best view of Everest and surrounding peaks, a lot better than the view from the base camp itself.
Stop 5
Prepare to relish delicious breakfast at the highest-altitude hotel in the world. The terrace offers a sight to behold, with a spectacular view that looks like it was taken straight out of an artist's imagination.
Included
- ✓ Private transportation
- ✓ Helicopter ride from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp and Return
Not included
- ✕ Breakfast
- ✕ Entrance fees
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- ⏱ Duration varies
- 📍 Kathmandu, Nepal
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Helicopter tours in Kathmandu, Nepal
Kathmandu is the launch point for some of the most dramatic mountain flights anywhere in the world, with routes that fly past Everest, Kala Patthar, and the wider Himalayan range.
When's the best time to fly?
October to November and March to April offer the clearest mountain visibility. The monsoon season (roughly June to September) brings cloud cover that can obscure the peaks or delay flights.
What should I bring?
Warm layers even if it's warm on the ground, since cabin temperatures drop noticeably at the altitudes these routes fly. Consider motion-sickness precautions too if you're not used to mountain flying.
What if the weather doesn't cooperate?
Like most operators, tours in Kathmandu have standard weight and balance limits (you may be asked your weight when booking or checking in), and pilots will delay or reschedule rather than fly in unsafe wind, low visibility, or storms. Booking a tour with free cancellation means a weather delay won't cost you anything.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Landing | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everest Base Camp Helicopter TourThis tour | Duration varies | 4.9 (29) | N/A | Check price | |
| Landing Everest Base Camp Kalapathar by Helicopter & Breakfast | 5 hrs to 6 hrs | 5.0 (113) | Yes | From $1500 | View → |
| Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with landings | 5 hrs to 6 hrs | 5.0 (85) | Yes | From $1600 | View → |
| Everest Helicopter Tour landing at KalaPatthar and Hotel Everest | 4 hrs to 5 hrs | 5.0 (35) | Yes | From $1950 | View → |
Check availability for current pricing
Check availabilityYou'll complete your booking securely on Viator
Inquire on WhatsAppTravelgateway, our local Nepal partner, can help with questions and other tours.
- ⏱ Duration varies
- 📍 Kathmandu, Nepal
As an affiliate partner, we may earn a commission when you book through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. Prices and availability are set and provided by Viator.
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