Highlights of the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

During the helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp, you get to experience some of the world’s most beautiful Himalayan scenery. The lush green hills, verdant valleys and rushing rivers unfold in front of you.

You will fly above Everest Base Camp and the 8000-meter peaks including Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam and Pumori. Once you reach Kala Patthar, you’ll be able to take photos and enjoy close views of the mighty peaks.

Scenic Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla

The Scenic Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla is a great option for travelers who want to see the Himalayas without trekking. It is also a good way to save time and money.

During the flight, you’ll get to see spectacular views of Everest and other Himalayan peaks. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you’ll never forget.

Unlike airplanes, helicopters are regular and travel at any time of day. They are also less likely to be delayed or canceled due to unpredictable weather.

Helicopter Landing at Lukla Airport

Another highlights of the Everest Base Camp helicopter tour is landing at the world famous airport at Lukla.

Almost every trek in the Everest region starts with a flight to Lukla. Also known as Tenzing Hillary Airport, Lukla is the only vehicle access point for trekking in the Everest area and a world-renowned destination.

Lukla’s landing strip is short, runs to the edge of a cliff, and requires exceptional skill to land. It’s considered one of the most dangerous airports in the world, with a number of fatal incidents.

The weather conditions and visibility can change rapidly on a day-to-day basis, making it difficult for airlines to schedule flights or predict whether they’ll arrive safely or not. The best time to fly to Lukla is early in the morning, as it’s usually clearer and more stable.

Fly Over the Base Camp

Taking a helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp is an ideal choice for those who want to see the world’s tallest mountain but don’t have the time or energy to trek. It also works well for physically disabled individuals who want to see the mountain peaks close up.

Your chopper glides right above attractive Sherpa villages and mountain glaciers, and 8000-meter peaks including Thamserku (6608m), Khantega (6782m), Lhotse (8516m), Pumori (7165m), Nuptse (7861m), Ama Dablam (6856m) and Mount Everest (8848m). The frozen panorama of Khumbu Glacier and Icefall is nothing short of spectacular.

Landing at Kalapathar for Close-up Mount Everest View

Landing at Kalapathar is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you can only enjoy from the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. During this 10-minute flight, you can get a glimpse of the majestic mountains in Khumbu Valley.

You’ll have a chance to snap some photos of these gorgeous mountains and take home memories that last a lifetime. You’ll also be able to admire the sparkling glaciers of the Khumbu Icefall and the surrounding peaks.

You’ll have a scenic helicopter flight over fascinating villages of the Everest region such as Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Gorak Shep, and Everest Base Camp. As the tour progresses, you’ll have multiple landings to get an exclusive aerial view of the Himalayas.

Breakfast at Hotel Everest View

One of the highlights of our Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is having Breakfast at Hotel Everest View. This is a surprisingly luxurious experience, where you can sip your coffee or tea in front of the world’s highest mountain.

Located 3880 meters above sea level, Everest View Hotel is the highest hotel in the Khumbu region. It was awarded as the highest hotel in the world by the Guinness Book of World Records in 2004.

The helicopter tour takes you to the high altitude Kala Patthar and then to Hotel Everest View for a hearty breakfast. It’s a great way to start your day and to acclimate to the high altitude.