3-Hour Everest Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu with Everest View Lodge

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Fly from Kathmandu into the Everest region for sweeping Himalayan views
• 02 Enjoy breakfast and exploration at Everest View Lodge
• 03 Reach Everest Base Camp or Kala Patthar by helicopter
• 04 Return via Lukla on a scenic flight back to Kathmandu
• 05 Take in a rare aerial perspective of Nepal's iconic high-altitude landscapes

Experience a thrilling helicopter sightseeing tour from Kathmandu to the Everest region, with spectacular aerial views of the Himalayas. Fly to Everest View Lodge for breakfast and exploration, continue to Everest Base Camp or Kala Patthar, and return via Lukla to Kathmandu. This short yet unforgettable journey combines dramatic mountain scenery with the rare opportunity to see some of Nepal's most iconic high-altitude destinations from the sky.

6:00: Fly to Everest View Lodge for breakfast and exploration.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

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

Languages English, Hindi, Nepali

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Kathmandu to Everest View Lodge, Everest Base Camp or Kala Patthar

• 5:30: Early morning, drive from the hotel to the airport.
• 6:00: Fly to Everest View Lodge for breakfast and exploration.
• 7:40: Then, fly from Everest View Lodge to Everest Base Camp or Kala Patthar.
• 8:40: Afterwards, fly from Everest Base Camp to Lukla and continue flying to Kathmandu.
• 10:00: Later, arrive at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to the hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• 3-4 hrs. helicopter tour with an escorting guide
• Airport drop-off and pickup from the hotel to the domestic airport
• Airport tax
• All permits, entrance fees, and government taxes

What's Not Included

• Any items not mentioned in the included list
• Breakfast at Everest View Hotel

What to bring

• A valid photo ID
• Camera/phone
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Comfortable clothing
• Closed-toe shoes
• Light snacks/water
• Cash
• Personal medications (if needed)

Know before you go

• In a single flight, 5 different people share the cost and fly to the desired destination to minimize the cost.
• If there is only a single traveller, the cost rises as the flight needs to be chartered.
  • Before a helicopter sightseeing tour, know the following in short:
  • Safety Instructions: Familiarize yourself with safety guidelines and procedures from the tour operator.
  • Flight Duration: Understand the tour duration and the locations you'll be visiting.
  • Weather Conditions: Check the weather forecast, as tours may be subject to cancellation or rescheduling due to poor weather.
  • Weight Restrictions: Be aware of any weight restrictions and baggage limits for the helicopter.
  • Camera Policies: Check if there are restrictions on camera usage during the flight.
  • Seating Arrangement: Know your assigned seating position and boarding procedures.
  • Emergency Procedures: Be informed about emergency protocols and communication during the tour.
  • Tour Inclusions: Confirm what is included in the tour package (e.g. snacks, drinks, guides).
  • Health Considerations: Ensure you are fit for the flight and inform the operator of any medical concerns.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Kathmandu, Nepal

Tour start

Ring Rd, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.