4-Hour Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu via Lukla

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Enjoy a scenic helicopter flight from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp
• 02 Relish views of the Khumbu Glacier, Ama Dablam, and Mt. Everest
• 03 Take in sparkling panoramas of the Himalayan mountain ranges
• 04 Land at Kala Patthar for a close-up view near Everest Base Camp

Embark on a helicopter flight over the esteemed mountains of the Everest range and witness the famous Himalayan ranges from a new perspective. Fly over the famous Khumbu Glacier and take in the glorious views of peaks like Pumori, Cholatse, and Nuptse. Enjoy a short stopover in Lukla and marvel at the striking landscapes of Kala Patthar.

After about 15 minutes, the helicopter will land at Kala Patthar, which is very near Everest Base Camp and Mt. Everest, where you can take in panoramic views of the white snow mountains.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Kathmandu, Mount Everest, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Kala Patthar, Khumjung

Languages English, Japanese

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Flight via Lukla and Kala Patthar

• Early in the morning, drive to the domestic airport by private vehicle and fly by helicopter toward Everest Base Camp. The helicopter will land once at Lukla to refuel before continuing on the route toward Everest Base Camp.
• After about 15 minutes, the helicopter will land at Kala Patthar, which is very near Everest Base Camp and Mt. Everest, where you can take in panoramic views of the white snow mountains.
• The helicopter will then return to Khumjung village and land for about 30 minutes at Everest View Hotel for breakfast.
• After this, fly back to Kathmandu domestic airport and return to the hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle
• 4 to 5-hour helicopter tour
• Sagarmatha National Park permit, as Mt. Everest lies in this region
• Breakfast at Everest View Hotel
• All official tax and VAT
• Farewell cultural dinner

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses such as tips and drinks

What to bring

• Warm clothes
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Gloves
• A good camera

Know before you go

• It is better to know the cost in advance. Normally, Everest Base Camp helicopter tours have two options: a sharing option and a private option. You should know which option you would like to choose.
• I would suggest that you also understand the cost, itinerary, services, and difficulty level before booking.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Amrit Marg, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Tour start

Ring Rd, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.