5-Hour Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu with Landing

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Experience a thrilling helicopter flight with close-up views of Everest
• 02 Land at Kala Patthar for breathtaking Himalayan panoramas
• 03 Fly over Everest Base Camp and the Khumbu Valley, witnessing Sherpa villages and glaciers
• 04 Enjoy an optional breakfast at Hotel Everest View with 360-degree Himalayan vistas

Soar over the Himalayas on a 5-hour private Everest Base Camp helicopter tour from Kathmandu. Witness breathtaking views of the Khumbu Valley and majestic peaks such as Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Nuptse, along with the colourful tents at Everest Base Camp. Land at Kala Patthar for an up-close panorama of Mount Everest, and enjoy an optional breakfast at Hotel Everest View with 360-degree Himalayan vistas. Led by an experienced high-altitude rescue captain, this tour offers a thrilling, safe, and unforgettable mountain adventure in a single morning.

Land at Kala Patthar for an up-close panorama of Mount Everest, and enjoy an optional breakfast at Hotel Everest View with 360-degree Himalayan vistas.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Kala Patthar, Gorakshep, Sagarmatha National Park, Khumjung

Languages English, Nepali

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Flight with Kala Patthar Landing

• 5:45 AM: Hotel pickup and transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
• 6:30 AM: Check-in and flight preparation, including a pilot briefing and weight recording for helicopter balance.
• 7:00 AM: Flight to Lukla (2,840 m) with a brief 15-minute refuelling stop.
• 8:00 AM: Fly over the Khumbu Valley, Sagarmatha National Park, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Lhotse, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche Monastery, Gorak Shep village, and Everest Base Camp.
• 8:30 AM: Landing at Kala Patthar (5,545 m) for 5-10 minutes to view Mount Everest, Nuptse, Pumori, and the surrounding peaks.
• 9:00 AM: Optional breakfast at Hotel Everest View (3,880 m) with panoramic Himalayan views.
• 10:00 AM: Fly down to Lukla for refuelling.
• 10:30 AM: Scenic return flight to Kathmandu.
• 11:30 AM: Drop-off at your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Airport transfers to and from your hotel in a private vehicle
• Private helicopter flight (maximum 5 passengers)
• Experienced high-altitude rescue captain, expert in flying the French Airbus H125
• Emergency oxygen cylinder on board

What's Not Included

• Nepal visa fees
• Personal travel and medical insurance (compulsory)
• Optional breakfast at Hotel Everest View
• Sagarmatha National Park permits and local government taxes
• Personal expenses such as beverages and souvenirs
• Gratuity to the guide

What to bring

• Dress in layers: in winter (December to February), wear warm layers for temperatures around -10°C; in other seasons, layers suitable for around 0°C are ideal.
• Sunglasses
• Sun cream
• Gloves and cap for winter
• Travel light: ideally no bag, but a small essential bag is acceptable.

Know before you go

• Tour available as a Private Everest Helicopter Tour.
• Group-joining Everest Helicopter Tour is available on a sharing basis; please inquire for details.
• High-altitude flight; not recommended for individuals with acute respiratory issues.
• Consult your doctor before booking if you have medical concerns.
• Mountain weather is unpredictable, and flights may be delayed or rescheduled for safety.
• Spare days are recommended in case of cancellations.
• Helicopters have strict weight restrictions for safety.
• Body weight details are required at the time of booking.
• Never walk towards the tail of the helicopter, even when the engines are off.
• Always approach and exit from the front within the 10 o'clock to 2 o'clock area.
• Hold onto belongings tightly at helipads due to rotor wind.
• Do not hold selfie sticks or action cameras above shoulder level during boarding or exiting.
• The best time for the tour is any time except the monsoon months (July-September).
• Optional breakfast at Hotel Everest View with 360-degree mountain views.
• 4-5 hour morning trip returning to Kathmandu before noon.
• Hotel pickup in Kathmandu, flights to Lukla, Kala Patthar, and optional breakfast at Hotel Everest View.
• Book directly via the TourHQ platform; the lead guide has over 300 successful Everest landings.
• Group-sharing flights are available at a lower cost.
• Safety is ensured by high-altitude rescue captains, a French Airbus helicopter, strict weather protocols, and enforced on-ground rules.
• Tours from Lukla are available as custom options.
• Indian tourists may be eligible for local tax discounts; please inquire.
• Experienced and trusted agency in Kathmandu with thousands of successful landings.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Your hotel in Kathmandu.

Tour start

Khumjung 56000, Nepal

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.