Nepal · Flight Tours

1-Day Everest Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu with Kalapathar Landing

1 Day Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Spectacular views of Mt. Everest and the surrounding peaks
02 Landing at Kalapathar for stunning photography opportunities
03 Overfly Everest Base Camp and visit Gokyo Valley
04 Breakfast at the world-famous Everest View Hotel

Witness the majesty of Mt. Everest on a helicopter day tour from Kathmandu. Enjoy breathtaking views of Everest and the surrounding peaks, with landings at Kalapathar and Gokyo Valley for photography and exploration. Overfly Everest Base Camp and savour breakfast at the renowned Everest View Hotel. This one-day experience combines Himalayan scenery, iconic landmarks, and the comfort of a private helicopter flight.

Overfly Everest Base Camp and savour breakfast at the renowned Everest View Hotel.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

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

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mt. Everest, Kalapathar and Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

In the morning, transfer to Kathmandu domestic airport for your Mt. Everest Helicopter Day Tour. Your timing and schedule for the tour will be as follows.
Pick up from your hotel and transfer to the airport.
Check in for the helicopter and receive your boarding pass.
Depart for Lukla (45 min), with a 15-minute landing in Lukla for refuelling and related procedures.
Fly to Kalapathar (20 min), with a 10-15 minute landing at Kalapathar for photography and videography.
Overfly Everest Base Camp and fly to Gokyo Valley, with a 10-15 minute landing time in Gokyo Valley.
Fly back to Everest View Hotel (3800 m). Have breakfast at Everest View Hotel. You will have 50-60 minutes at Everest View Hotel to explore the valley and take photos and videos.
Fly back to Kathmandu.
Arrive at Kathmandu airport.
Pick up from the airport and transfer to your hotel.

End of the tour!

Where this trip takes you

Mt. Everest, Kalapathar landings, Everest View Hotel

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 6 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Ground transportation in Kathmandu by private vehicle (pick up from your hotel and transfer to your hotel after the trip)
Private helicopter flight throughout the trip
Everest National Park Permit & Khumbu Permit
Breakfast at Everest View Hotel
All government and local taxes

What's Not Included

Cost of oxygen use
Personal expenses and tips

What to bring

Equipment required: down jacket to keep you warm, proper boots, warm socks, gloves, sunglasses, and sun cream.

Know before you go

Know about Nepal. Get a Nepal visa on arrival. Your passport must be valid for six months before your trip to Nepal. Get travel insurance and proper vaccinations.

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