Kathmandu: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour in Nepal

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ID: GYG25515-28193
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Country: Nepal

Duration: 04:00 hours


Description

Observe and feel the natural beauty of Nepal and the Himalayas on a 4-hour Everest Base Camp helicopter tour. This tour is the easiest way to visit Mount Everest and see the surroundings from a height of more than 16,000 feet (5,000 meters).
See Mount Everest and its surrounding nature from inside a helicopter on this 4-hour helicopter ride from Kathmandu.

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour meets the desires of tourists who want to take advantage of seeing the most of the area in a short amount of time, and is good for persons in any kind of physical shape.

Your journey starts from Kathmandu Airport with a helicopter moving eastward, flying parallel to the Himalayan range, allowing magnificent vistas of the soaring Himalayan peaks. After landing at Lukla for fueling, you will fly to the airstrip in Syangboche, located at 12,340 feet (3,761 meters), or if you wish to have breakfast at Hotel Everest View, the helicopter will land at the hotel’s helipad.

From Syangboche your tour will take you closer to Mt. Everest and all the magnificent Himalayas, like Amadablam, Pumori, Number, and Cho Oyu. The Solukhumbu (Solu) region of Nepal, where Mount Everest is located, has been a magnet for travelers ever since its opening to foreigners in 1950. This region is famous not only for its proximity to the world’s highest mountain but also for its Sherpa villages and monasteries with their virtually unchanged unique culture. Solu has received countless trekkers and mountaineers from all over the world. Solukhumbu has developed to a stage where many options are possible, from a full-scale expedition with tents and porters, to an independent trek using the local lodges. Sagarmatha National Park, established in 1976, covers much of this region. This fascinating land, surrounded by high mountains, is a real paradise for mountaineers and trekkers.

Depending upon the crowd at the base camp, you will land either at Everest Base Camp or head closer to Kala Patthar for a quick photograph. After, the helicopter will fly you back to Shyangboche or Lukla and to Kathmandu.

Itinerary:
05:30 - 06:30: Drive from your hotel to the domestic Airport, check-in formalities.
06:30 - 07:25: Fly to Lukla, manage fueling-refueling. 
07:40 - 07:45: Fly to Hotel Everest View.
07:45 - 08:15: Breakfast at Hotel Everest View.
08:15 - 08:45: Fly from Hotel Everest View toward Everest Base camp (5200 m) via Gokyo Lakes and land at Kala Patthar (5560 m) a perfect viewpoint for Mount Everest, explore and quick photo session.
08:45 - 09:15: Fly from Kala Patthar to Lukla, refueling and continue flight to Kathmandu.
10:30: Arrive in Kathmandu Airport and then transfer to your hotel, service ends.

The total tour duration is 4 to 5 hours, starting from Kathmandu.
 

Highlights

  • See the remarkable beauty of the Himalayas from a helicopter
  • Fly to the Everest Base Camp, where hikers and trekkers often rest before ascending the mountain
  • View not only the mountain but also the areas of Gourishanker, Cho-Oyu, Shishapangma, Lhakpa Dorje, and more

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The maximum number of passengers is 3 (maximum combined weight of 250 kg)
• Please carry a passport or government issued ID card for each participant to check-in
• Please bring a warm down jacket and gloves to protect yourself from the cold (temperatures may drop up to -20 degrees Celsius at Kala Patthar) and sunglasses
• It is recommended that you bring a smart phone or camera to take photos
Your hotel located around the Kathmandu city area.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.