5,545m/18,192ft
MAX-ALTITUDELocation
Everest RegionGroup Size
MIn. 2 PaxDifficulty
EasyThis Mount Everest Helicopter Tour is escorted to give you the majesty of the Himalayas, including Nuptse West Face, Lhotse, Khumbutse, Pumori, and Ama Dablam. Our helicopter operation includes not just flights between Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu but also exciting helicopter flights with landings at Everest Base Camp with a focus on safety, reliability, and flexibility.
Say goodbye to the typical airline flight! Our Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is tailored for adventure-seekers of all ages and features a range of helicopter flights that combine maximum safety with individualized care. Regardless of whether you are young or old, you can rest assured that you will be taken care of by our well-trained and experienced personnel.
At Himalayan Holidays Nepal, we have two amazing choices for visiting Everest Base Camp in One Day. Either take a private charter helicopter all to yourself, a highly intimate experience, or join one of our pre-arranged departure dates when you’ll be one of a small group of five individuals in total. The choice is yours!
Itinerary
Day 01 5:30 AM:
Drive to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Early in the morning, one of the team member’s tour will be there to pick you up. We then head towards Kathmandu Domestic Airport, which takes 20 to 30 minutes to reach.
6:00 AM:
Check-in at the domestic airport and prepare for a Helicopter trip.
Reaching the airport, and checking in into the airport then you will be escorted towards the helicopter. Preparing for the helicopter tour and then entering inside the chopper then starts to lift off gradually.
6:45 AM
Flight to Lukla Airport and Refueling at Lukla.
The trip towards one of the world’s most dangerous airports is a unique experience in itself. This picturesque flight offers a fantastic look of the hilly region of Nepal with stunning forest, villages, valleys and rivers scenery. After 30 minutes, you reach the entryway of the Everest region, Lukla. At Lukla, the Everest Helicopter lands for a few minutes for refueling. While refueling goes on, you can have your first look of the gorgeous scenery of the Everest region.
7:15 AM
Flight towards Everest Base Camp through Dingboche.
After refueling, the helicopter takes off for Everest Base Camp going through Sagarmatha National Park, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Gorak Shep, and EBC ultimately. From the air, you may witness a spectacular alpine ecology, cultural and distant villages, religious monasteries and landmarks, glaciers, suspension bridges, and enormous Himalayan ranges.after then you will be landing at our last destination of Everest base camp helicopter tour.
7:45 AM
Flight Tour of Everest Base Camp and overflight at Kala Patthar, and Everest base camp.
Exploring the Everest base camp then you get an aerial view of the famous Everest Base Camp placed above the glacier ornamented with religious and colorful prayer flags. Then, the helicopter travels towards the big rocky mountain of Kala Patthar (5,644m). Kala Patthar is the highest point of Everest Base Camp expedition. This rocky peak is notable for its close sunrise/sunset views over the Himalayas and 360-degree wide image of the Himalayan Ranges. From here, you can view the summit of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori and more.
8:00 AM
Landing at Everest View Hotel, Syangboche for breakfast.
Exploring the Kala Patthar, you next fly into Nepal’s Highest Altitude Hotel, Everest View Hotel (3,780m) at Syangboche. It is a Guinness Record Holder for Highest Hotel in the world in 2004. This hotel is a popular site for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour and Everest View Trek since it is a fantastic spot for leisure and genuine foods. You can have an outdoor breakfast while enjoying the spectacular views and landscape. The chopper lands for an hour for breakfast or lunch.
8:50 AM
Fly back to Lukla and stop for fuel.
With a lovely breakfast at Everest View Hotel, you then fly back to Lukla; crossing UNESCO Heritage, Sagarmatha National Park, Khumbu’s city Namche Bazaar, and suspension bridges, etc. Here in Lukla, the chopper rests for refueling while you can take your last view at Everest and close surroundings.
10:00 AM
Return to Kathmandu
The chopper then leaves Lukla, traveling the same picturesque paths to Kathmandu Valley. Once you land at Kathmandu Domestic Airport, our guide will drop you to the accommodation at Thamel. Later, we meet at our office to know about your experiences and services supplied.
10:30 AM
Drive from the airport and transfer to Hotel.
After concluding your tour ultimately we drive to your hotel and then you have a full day at Kathmandu.
11:15 AM
Arrival at the hotel and rest at the hotel.
Arriving at the hotel then rest and enjoy your time. If you require any support we will manage for another program (if you would need).
Got any question or Inquiries about the trip ?
In the morning after breakfast go for a walk and later return for lunch. After lunch the guest are free to rest.
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Inclusions
Cost Includes
- Domestic airport Pickup and Drop-off service by private tourist vehicle with a/c.
- 3 hours helicopter flight in Everest Region.
- Breakfast in Syangboche with Champagne.
- Escorting guide for this Everest flight.
Cost Excludes
- International Airfare
- Other Personal Expenses not listed in the cost Include section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Your Everest Base Camp helicopter tour is approximately a four‑hour round trip from Kathmandu Airport. Launching early around 6:00 AM, you’ll refuel in Lukla, land at Everest Base Camp, enjoy an overflight of Kala Patthar, savor breakfast at the Everest View Hotel, then return to Kathmandu by late morning, leaving you with a full afternoon free to explore Thamel or rest at your hotel.
Our one‑day scenic flight starts with a 20–30 minute drive from your Kathmandu hotel to Tribhuvan International Airport. After check‑in, the chopper lifts off to Lukla for refueling, then soars through Sagarmatha National Park over Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Dingboche, before touching down at Everest Base Camp. You’ll then circle Kala Patthar, land at the Guinness‑recorded Everest View Hotel for breakfast, and make your way back to Lukla for final refuel. By around 10:00 AM, you’re back in Kathmandu, enjoying stories and photos of the world’s highest peaks.
From the helicopter’s vantage point, you’ll witness Everest’s north and south faces, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, Khumbutse, and the iconic Ama Dablam—all from up to 5,545 m (18,192 ft). At Kala Patthar (5,644 m), you’ll have an unobstructed 360° panorama of Everest’s summit and its neighboring giants, making for unforgettable aerial photography.
Included
- Private airport pickup/drop‑off in Kathmandu (AC vehicle)
- Approximately three hours of helicopter flight time over the Everest region
- Breakfast at Everest View Hotel (3,780 m)
- Professional escort guide throughout your aerial adventure
Excluded
- International airfare to/from Nepal
- Any personal expenses (souvenirs, tips, additional snacks)
Absolutely. This Nepal helicopter tour is rated “Easy,” and our pilots are highly experienced in high‑altitude flying. We require a minimum of two passengers for group flights, but if you prefer total privacy, you can charter the helicopter just for your family or group. We also provide a full safety briefing, and our ground team is on hand to assist every step of the way.
The ideal seasons are autumn (late September–November) and spring (March–May) when skies are clearest, and visibility is unbeatable. Winter flights can be spectacularly crisp but risk cancellation due to snowstorms, while the monsoon season (June–August) often brings cloudy conditions and reduced mountain views.
Booking is easy—just fill out our short form on the right of this page or WhatsApp +977‑9851031177 to speak with one of our specialists. We recommend reserving at least 2–4 weeks in advance, especially if you’re traveling during the peak autumn and spring windows, to secure your preferred date and avoid any capacity constraints.
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