Full Day Everest View Helicopter Tour

See Mount Everest By Helicopter 

This Full Day Everest Helicopter Tour is a perfect adventure and thrilling experience in a luxurious way that takes you very close to the roof of the world, ‘Mount Everest’. Not only that it takes you to the land of the snow Himalayas, from where you will spot the Lobuche Peak, Nuptse, Pumori, Ama Dablam, Changtse, and more. 

This one-day tour is especially for those who seek luxury adventure and those who are not willing to hike up to Everest Base Camp. Moreover, this Everest Helicopter Tour will help you to explore a lot within a short time. 

The Everest Heli tour lasts for 5 hours. You will soar over stunning landscapes, including glaciers, valleys, and Sherpa villages, before getting up close to Mount Everest.

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Here is the entire overview of this Everest Heli Tour:

Starting From Kathmandu

This Heli tour begins from Kathmandu. The representative will pick you up from your hotel early in the morning and drive you to the domestic terminal of the Tribhuvan International Airport. 

Helicopter Flight To Lukla

The helicopter first will take you to Lukla (2,846m / 9,335ft), the gateway to the Everest Region. Lukla is famous for its airport and its stunning scenery. This is the first stopover for refueling and provides you with warm tea or coffee for acclimatization at high elevations.

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Flight To Everest Base Camp (EBC) and KalaPatthar

From Lukla, you will fly to Everest Base Camp (5,364m / 17,598ft). Route to the base camp, the flight path offers you wonderful views of several iconic peaks like Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam. 

Additionally, this flight offers you a service to land at KalaPatthar (5,545m / 18,192ft). This viewpoint is famous for offering the best views of the Everest. Here you can take photos, and videos and have the moments or celebrate that you made it. 

Note: Landing at KalaPatthar requires special permission from the Government and can increase the actual cost of the price fixed by the agency.

Hotel Everest View

After, the kalaPatthar, the helicopter takes you to Syangboche to the Hotel Everest View. This 5-star property is in the lap of the Himalayas which offers picturesque views of Everest and other Himalayan peaks. Here you have breakfast. 

Return To Kathmandu

After having your breakfast and some relaxation, the helicopter tour will take you back to Kathmandu. 

This is the overview of the Everest Helicopter Tour. Let me highlight the key aspects of this trip:

• Helicopter ride that allows you to explore the Everest Region including mountains, glaciers, and valleys from the bird's eye view
• Provides a close-up view of Everest and a unique perspective from Kala Patthar, considered the best vantage point for Everest
• Enjoy breakfast at a luxury hotel(Hotel Everest View) surrounded by the snow-capped Himalayas
• Provides you with an immersive experience without physical trekking

The Full Day Everest Helicopter Tour is a luxurious way to experience the majestic of the world’s highest peak in a short amount of time.

Everest Helicopter Tour Itinerary

Here is the detailed itinerary of the Everest Helicopter Trip:

5:30 AM: Drive to Tribhuvan International Airport 
On the very first, in the early morning, a representative of Himalayan Scenery Treks and Expedition will pick you up from the hotel and drop you at the domestic terminal of the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. Here you need to pass the procedure like a security check. 

6:00 AM: Fly To Lukla [2,860m/9,383ft] by Helicopter (45 minutes)
You will fly over the high hills where it has a lot to explore. If the weather is clear, the clear views of the lush green hills are covered with dense forests of pine and rhododendrons. Also, the terrace farming on the hills.

Once the helicopter crosses the Lamjura-La high you will have the best sunrise in the above clouds and a glimpse of the high Himalayas like Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Dorje Lakpa, Everest, and Gaurishankar. Following on you will land on the helicopter strip of Lukla Airport. 

Here, the helicopter will land for refueling which gives you a perfect time to be fresh and adjust to the high elevation. Lukla is the start and end point of the Everest Trek for two weeks. Luckily you are at Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour to enjoy the majesty and gain experience in a short time. 

7:00 AM: Fly from Lukla to Pheriche [4,371m/14,340ft] (10 minutes)- Rest for 30 minutes
Your flight from Lukla to Pheriche will include a lot to explore within 10 minutes. Your flight follows the Dudh Koshi River fly over the small Sherpa settlements where you see small lodges, hotels, and trekkers following the route to Everest Base Camp. After, crossing the Namche Bazar, Khumjung, and Phortse you will see Everest and Ama Dablam just in front of you. 

Viewing Cho Oyu on your left, heli will fly from above the world’s famous and largest monastery i.e. Tengboche Monastery. 

Following the route the flight will land at Pheriche, a viewpoint. This allows you about 30 minutes of refreshments and you can enjoy the scenery beauty and get the fresh mountain air.

7:30-8:30 AM: Fly from Pheriche over Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Icefall, and back to Kalapatthar (20-25 minutes)
Your flight on a chopper will fly over Thukla with views of  Lobuche and Lobushe Peak. 

You will fly over the Khumbu Glacier (World’s Highest Glacier) along Mount Pumori in front of you. Following the route, you will reach Gorakshep (The last Sherpa Settlement on the route to Base Camp), and you will reach Everest Base Camp. 

Here you will see the camps where the climbers are settling for their preparation for the top of Everest.

After that, you will fly toward the viewpoint i.e. KalaPatthar. This allows you to have the best views of Everest including Nuptse, Khumbutse, Ama Dablam, and Pumori. Spending a few minutes over the Kala Patthar you will fly to your next destination. 

Note: Though the Kalapatthar landing is mentioned here, there are a few conditions. The landing at Kalapatthar is provided only in case you are 2 passengers who are flying Private, but not joining. In case of joining the group, just an overfly of Base Camp and Khumbu Icefall is permitted.

9:00 AM: Breakfast at Hotel Everest View [3,962m/12,998ft] 1- Hour
After the exploration fly to the luxury hotel in the backdrop of the Himalayas. 

Breakfast at the Hotel Everest View is itself the best experience. With multiple and delicious cuisines and unparalleled views where every bite becomes a sensory delight. 

After an hour of relaxation, and soaking in the atmosphere fly again back to Lukla with the memories, natural beauty of the Himalayas, and the warm hospitality of the Hotel.

10:00 AM: Fly to Lukla and back to Kathmandu [1,400m/4,593ft] (1 hour)
Give a silent bid farewell to the Himalayas and fly back to Lukla. Here the chopper will land for a few minutes for refueling and fly back to Kathmandu.

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Activities During the Everest Helicopter Tour

The Everest Heli Tour is a thrilling adventure trip that is bound with various activities to touch or hit your intimate experience. This Heli trip along with landing in the land of the Himalayas.  Here are some of the major activities you get involved in:

• Panoramic Helicopter Flight: This tour starts and ends at Kathmandu. The entire flying time will offer you breathtaking aerial views of the entire Everest region. You will also see the Khumbu Glacier, one of the longest glaciers in the Himalayas, and other stunning Himalayan landscapes.
   
• Flying Over Everest Base Camp and Landing at KalaPatthar: The major highlight is to fly over the Everest Camp Camp. Without any physical challenge reaching very close to the Everest Landmarks.
  KalaPatthar is considered the best viewpoint for Everest, offering incredible panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.
   
• Breakfast at Hotel Everest View: The helicopter lands at Hotel Everest View, which is one of the world's highest hotels. You will have breakfast and breathe in the fresh mountain air while taking in panoramic views of Everest and its surrounding peaks.
   
• Photography Opportunities: Whether on the ground at KalaPtthar, Lukla, Pheriche, Hotel Everest View, or in a helicopter, the journey provides multiple opportunities to capture the Himalayas' breathtaking majesty. There are several vistas ready to be photographed, ranging from massive snow-covered landscapes to detailed details of villages and terraces.
   
• Providing Informative Commentary: Throughout the trip, a skilled guide provides the information, explaining the numerous peaks, landmarks, and cultural significance of the regions passed over. This improves the experience, making it more instructive and engaging.
   
• Local Interaction: At the breakfast break for a few minutes you can get involved with the local Sherpa and know their daily life in the mountains. 
   
• Witness the Changing Landscapes: The helicopter tour takes you from the lush green hills surrounding Kathmandu to the stark, high-altitude terrain near Everest. This provides a fascinating glimpse into the region's ecological diversity.
   
• Eco-Conscious Travelling: The heli tour is not about physical exploration where you won’t use any natural resources and make any negative impacts. You will travel in a very conscious as you fly above the sky and won’t disturb the natural bio-diversity. 

Mount Everest Helicopter Tour Cost

From Kathmandu to Everest, the Helicopter Tour cost depends upon the itinerary and package you choose. The package option is available for Group and Private Trips. In the case of a group trip, you can join other travelers similarly you can book a private tour for a personal experience with your friends, family, and your loved ones during the Everest Helicopter Tour. 

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Here are the cost details of the Everest Heli Trip: 

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Best Season for the Everest Heli Trip

The best time to explore Nepal on a helicopter is the Spring and Autumn. As we know Nepal is the land of the Himalayas, there are several factors that affect the seasons of Nepal. Nepal also faces four major seasons Spring, Monsoon, Winter, and Autumn. 

As in spring [March-May] and Autumn [September-November] the real beauty of Nepal can be seen. The flowers bloom in the forests, and the forest appears lush green and beautiful. Additionally, the skies are clear and views can be seen in a way it is. 

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How safe is the Everest Camp Heli Tour?

Heli Tour in the Everest is regarded as a safe adventure. For your safety and better experience choose a reputable and expert tour operator. Because the skilled one knows the procedure and considers their main responsibility for the safety of their guests. 

For your trip please consider the major safety factors:
Weather Conditions, Experienced Pilots, Altitude, Acclitimitazation, Emergency Procedures, and regulatory oversights.

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Outfits Needed For Heli Everest Trip

As the temperature is different in the Himalayan region, here are the major outfits needed for this trip:

Warm Jackets: You will be flying to a high altitude, even in the summer, temperatures can drop well below freezing. It is important to dress in layers so you can adjust to the changing temperatures. A thermal base layer, fleece or wool sweater, and a windproof and waterproof outer layer are essential.

Comfortable pants: Long pants made from a warm and breathable material, such as wool or fleece, are ideal. Avoid jeans or other stiff materials that could restrict your movement.

Thick socks: Thick socks made from wool or another insulating material will help to keep your feet warm.

Warm hat: A warm hat that covers your ears is essential.

Gloves: Bring a pair of warm gloves to protect your hands from the cold.

Sunglasses: Sunglasses are important to protect your eyes from the sun's glare, especially at high altitudes.

Sunscreen: Sunscreen is important to protect your skin from the sun's rays, even on cloudy days.

Comfortable shoes: You will need to be able to walk around a bit at the landing site, so wear comfortable shoes with good traction. Hiking boots are ideal.

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Why multiple landings are done during the Everest Heli Trip

As you once fly from Kathmandu, the elevation level increases and takes you to Lukla at the elevation of  [2,860m/9,383ft]. The more you proceed above the elevation level increases. Additionally, the visitors are excited about the locals and views of the Everest region during the Luxury Helicopter Tour of Everest.

So to provide you with incredible views, enhance your experience with local interactions, and adjust you at the higher elevations the multiple landings are done. 

Conclusion
A full-day Everest Helicopter Tour offers an unforgettable adventure, combining the thrill of flight with the awe-inspiring beauty of the Himalayas. From the bustling Kathmandu to the gateway of Lukla to the majestic peaks seen from Kala Patthar, and a serene breakfast at the Everest View Hotel. Every moment is filled with breathtaking views and unique experiences. This tour is the perfect way to witness the grandeur of Mount Everest and its surrounding giants in a single day, creating lasting memories of one of the most iconic landscapes.