Full-Day Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu via Lukla

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Mesmerizing panoramic views of Himalayan mountains like Mount Everest and Gauri Shankar
• 02 Flight over beautiful natural topography
• 03 Overview of the Gokyo Valley region, including different Gokyo Lakes
• 04 Admire the outstanding Himalayan glacier range of the Khumbu region

If you want to fulfil your dream of seeing the Himalayas up close, this is a must-do tour for you. This one-day Kalapatthar Everest Base Camp helicopter tour is one of the best ways to explore one of the world's most popular trekking destinations within a single day.

From Kalapatthar, behold the mind-blowing view of the world's highest summit - Mt. Everest - along with other sky-piercing Himalayan peaks.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

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

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Everest Helicopter Tour via Lukla and Kala Patthar

• Begin with a breathtaking helicopter ride from Kathmandu to the beautiful Sherpa village of Lukla. Admire the beautiful scenery of the Khumbu region. Lukla is the main entrance to our trip to Everest Base Camp.
• Have breakfast in Lukla and then fly towards Everest Base Camp. Continue to one of the best viewpoints on earth, Kalapatthar. From Kalapatthar, behold the mind-blowing view of the world's highest summit - Mt. Everest - along with other sky-piercing Himalayan peaks. While flying towards Kalapatthar, you will also get an excellent view of the Khumbu Glacier, located between Mt. Everest and the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. Enjoy the aerial views of beautiful forests, terraced lands, and stone houses of the Khumbu Valley. The view of Namche Bazaar from the chopper is another breathtaking scene of the trip.
• Spend some time in Kalapatthar. Then, fly back to Lukla. We will refuel the helicopter there before bidding goodbye to the Himalayas.
• Fly back to Kathmandu.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour cost.

What's Not Included

• National park entry permit (NRS. 3,200 per person)
• Airport tax (NRS. 200)
• Any meals, accommodation, or drinks

What to bring

• Please bring a warm down jacket, gloves, and sunglasses to protect yourself from the cold, as temperatures may drop to -20 degrees Celsius at Kala Patthar.
• It is recommended that you bring a smartphone or camera to take photos.

Know before you go

• The maximum number of passengers is 3, with a maximum combined weight of 250 kg.
• Please carry a passport or government-issued ID card for each participant for check-in.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Kathmandu, Nepal

Tour start

Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.