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Home4-Hour Helicopter Ride Over Mount Everest From Kathmandu
Description
Embark on a captivating 4-hour journey from Kathmandu to Kala Patthar and back. Begin with a scenic 45-minute flight to Lukla, followed by a brief refuelling stop. Next, soar to Kala Patthar (5,550 meters) in a 15 to 20-minute flight, where breathtaking views of the Himalayas, including Everest and Lhotse, await. Spend half an hour marvelling at the panoramic scenery before flying to Everest View Hotel for breakfast and more stunning vistas. After a short stay, return to Lukla for refuelling, then fly back to Kathmandu in about 45 minutes. Upon arrival, our representative will assist with accommodation, leaving guests the rest of the day to explore Kathmandu at their leisure.
Highlights
- Admire the Gosaithan (8,013 meters) and Dorje Lhakpa (7,000 meters)
- See the Buddha Air Mountain Choba-Bhamare
- Marvel at Mt. Gauri-Shanker
- Spot the mountains of Melungtse and Chugimago
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- Departure from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,845 meters) via a 45-minute flight.
- Enjoy mesmerising views of the Kathmandu Valley and lush hills of central Nepal during the flight.
- Short break at Lukla for refueling, lasting approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
- Departure from Lukla to Kala Patthar (5,550 meters) via a 15 to 20-minute flight.
- Experience stunning panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Everest and Lhotse.
- Spend approximately half an hour soaking in the breathtaking scenery at Kala Patthar.
- Departure from Kala Patthar to Everest View Hotel via a 12-minute flight.
- Enjoy breakfast at Everest View Hotel with panoramic views of the Khumbu region.
- Spend 30 minutes at the hotel before returning to Lukla to refuel.
- Witness grand views of the snow-capped mountains and lush wilderness during the flight.
- Brief break at Lukla for refuelling, lasting approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
- Departure from Lukla to Kathmandu, with the flight taking around 45 minutes.
- Enjoy aerial views of rural settlements and cities before reaching Kathmandu.
- Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our representative will assist with accommodation arrangements.
- Guests have the remainder of the day to explore Kathmandu at leisure.
What's Included
- Necessary airport pickup and drop
- Helicopter tour on sharing Basis
- Necessary Permit
- Gov. Taxes and Service Charges
What's Excluded
- Meals and Accommodation
- Personal Expenses
- Bar & Drinks
- Tips
What to bring
- Passport
- Down Jacket
- Gloves
- Camera
Know before you go
- Need to have warm clothes and Good shoes
- Private tours for 1-2 persons may include a landing at Kalapathar, while group tours for 3-5 persons will land at Hotel Everest View due to legal restrictions. The tour can be upgraded to private with additional payment.
Meeting Point
Kathmandu, Nepal
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Persons | |
| 1 To 10 | USD 1799 Per Person |
This is a group tour | |