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5-Hour Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with Kalapatthar Landing

5 Hours Round trip from Khumjung 56000 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Land at Kalapatthar for the closest and most spectacular views of Mount Everest
  • 02 Enjoy breakfast at the legendary Everest View Hotel, one of the world's highest luxury hotels
  • 03 Fly over Everest Base Camp, Cho La Pass, and Gokyo Valley on a scenic Himalayan helicopter journey
  • 04 Take in breathtaking aerial views of the Khumbu Glacier, Khumbu Icefall, and iconic peaks like Ama Dablam and Lhotse
  • 05 Experience the Everest region in just a few hours, with Lukla and Everest View Hotel landings included

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with a landing at Everest View Hotel is a thrilling and time-efficient way to experience the grandeur of the Himalayas in a single day. Fly from Kathmandu into the heart of the Everest region, with spectacular aerial views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu, the Khumbu Glacier, and the Khumbu Icefall. Enjoy a low-altitude flyover of Everest Base Camp, land at Kalapatthar for the closest and most spectacular views of Everest, and continue to the legendary Everest View Hotel for breakfast with panoramic mountain scenery. This exclusive journey combines adventure, comfort, and unforgettable Himalayan landscapes without the physical demands of trekking.

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with a landing at Everest View Hotel is a thrilling and time-efficient way to experience the grandeur of the Himalayas in a single day.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Kala Patthar, Khumjung
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with Kalapatthar Landing

Day 1: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with Kalapatthar Landing

05:30 - 06:00 AM | Hotel Pick-up and Transfer to Kathmandu Airport
A representative from Marvel Treks will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the domestic terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport for your helicopter adventure.

06:00 - 07:00 AM | Airport Check-in and Pre-flight Preparation
After arriving at the domestic terminal, you will complete the check-in process, which is a short walk from the parking area. Our representative will assist you with boarding passes and all necessary formalities while you wait for the helicopter departure.

07:00 - 08:00 AM | Helicopter Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
Your Everest helicopter journey begins with a scenic flight over the Kathmandu Valley, following the Jiri route through alpine forests and rolling hills. After approximately 30 minutes, the helicopter lands at Lukla Airport for a short refueling stop.

08:00 - 08:45 AM | Fly to Everest Base Camp and Land at Kalapatthar Viewpoint
From Lukla, the helicopter continues toward Everest Base Camp, flying over the massive Khumbu Glacier. Enjoy breathtaking aerial views of iconic Himalayan peaks, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Pumori, and many others.
After a flyover of Everest Base Camp, the helicopter lands at Kalapatthar Viewpoint for 10-15 minutes, offering the closest and most spectacular views of Mount Everest, perfect for photography and unforgettable memories.

08:45 - 09:45 AM | Flight to Everest View Hotel for Breakfast
The helicopter then flies to the legendary Everest View Hotel, the world's highest-located luxury hotel. Here, you will enjoy a delicious breakfast while taking in panoramic views of the Everest Himalayan range in a relaxed and comfortable setting.

09:45 - 10:25 AM | Fly Back to Lukla
After breakfast, the helicopter returns to Lukla for refueling. During the 15-20 minute stop, you may explore the area around the helipad or purchase local souvenirs.

10:25 - 11:00 AM | Return Flight to Kathmandu
Fly back to Kathmandu by helicopter, enjoying one final aerial view of the Everest region. Upon arrival at the domestic terminal, a Marvel Treks representative will transfer you back to your hotel.

Total Duration

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Khumjung 56000 5 cities · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle
  • Shared helicopter flight (max 5 passengers)
  • Everest region sightseeing overflight
    • Everest Base Camp
    • Kalapatthar
    • Cho La Pass
    • Gokyo Valley
  • Landing at Everest View Hotel (50-60 minutes)
  • Oxygen cylinder in helicopter (emergency use)
  • Marvel Treks service charge
  • Government taxes and 13% VAT
  • Helicopter fuel surcharge
  • Life insurance during helicopter flight

What's Not Included

  • Breakfast and all kinds of drinks
  • Personal expenses: souvenirs, donations, tips, equipment, etc.
  • Sagarmatha National Park entrance fee, local tax, and airport tax

What to bring

  • Warm jacket (down or insulated)
  • Thermal layers (top & bottom)
  • Comfortable pants (trekking or warm trousers)
  • Sturdy shoes or sneakers
  • Sunglasses & sunscreen
  • Hat & gloves
  • Camera / phone (fully charged)
  • Personal medicines
  • Passport (original)
  • Cash

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Khumjung 56000, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Khumjung 56000.

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