Best Helicopter Tour in The world

Everest Helicopter Tour

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Everest Heli Tour
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
Everest Helicopter Tour
Duration1 Days
Trip GradeModerate
CountryNepal
Group Size1-15
StartsKathmandu
EndsKathmandu
ActivitiesHelicopter tour, Photography, Sightseeing
Best TimeFeb - May and Sep - Dec

Everest Helicopter Tour is a lifetime adventure offering a thrilling aerial journey to the Everest region in just a few hours. This exclusive helicopter ride presents unparalleled views of the breathtaking Mt. Everest (8848.86m), Lhotse (8,516m), Pumori (7,161m) and many others. 

Everest Helicopter Tour Highlights

  • Experience the spectacular Aerial Views.
  • Witness the grandeur of Everest with a thrilling helicopter ride.
  • Suitable for all age groups.
  • Perfect tour for people having less time.
  • Enjoy a short, relaxing, satisfying and remarkable journey in just a few hours.
  • Opportunity to capture the breathtaking shots of dramatic landscapes and mountains. 
  • Fly with experienced high-altitude pilots.
  • Landing at Kala Patthar for the jaw-dropping view of the greatest mountains in the world.
  • Enjoy your delicious breakfast at the Everest View Hotel with the stunning outlook of Mt. Everest.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is a lifetime adventure offering a thrilling aerial journey to the Everest region in just a few hours. This exclusive helicopter ride presents unparalleled views of the breathtaking Mt. Everest (8848.86m), Lhotse (8,516m), Pumori (7,161m) and many others. 

The EBC helicopter tour is designed for those with limited time or want a luxurious and comfortable alternative of trekking to mark their foot on the base camp of the world’s highest peak. It is the most demanding tour among the travelers to explore and witness the enchanting Himalayas in a  short time. The tour provides a different and unbeatable perspective of the Khumbu region including its breathtaking landscapes, glacial valleys, glaciers, Khumbu icefall, deep gorges and majestic peaks in just a few hours.

The Everest Heli tour begins with a thrilling flight from Tribhuvan International Airport  and first land at Lukla Airport (2,830m), a gateway to Everest. The Everest Base Cmp Heli tour  follows the classic Everest Base Camp trekking route, allowing travelers to trace the legends footsteps from above without attempting the trek. The tour not only provides visual spectacle but also culture enriching experiences. You will get to observe and experience the mountain lifestyle, cultures, traditions and local foods during this trip.  

The Everest Heli Tour can be done by every age, gender and even physically disabled people, there is no age limit and physical demand. You will be treated with the unparalleled beauty of Khumbu region including hanging prayer flags, stupas, monasteries, cultivating land, rivers, charming villages throughout your trip. 

A highlight for adventure lovers is the Everest Helicopter Tour with Kala Patthar landing, an iconic viewpoint at 5555 meters where most trekkers dream to reach on foot and capture the panoramic views of Mt. Everest and its neighboring peaks. 

Breakfast at the one of the highest-located luxury hotels in the Himalayas, the Everest View Hotel makes your trip more exciting and special. Adventure Hikers ensure a safe and smooth landing, allowing you to savor every moment and jaw-dropping scenery in the heart of the himalayas.  

Our exclusive Everest Helicopter tour package combines comfort and enjoyment for an effortless journey in a luxurious way. Everything from hotel pickups, scenic flights to safe return to Kathmandu, will be managed by experienced team and pilots. Embark on this ultimate Luxury Everest Tour where exclusivity and comfort meets luxury and adventure. 

Adventure Hikers Pvt.Ltd is committed to provide best services, safety, and unbeatable experiences. With easy booking, customizable itinerary, expert guidance, and expert trip planning, we make it easy for you to complete your dream tour.

Is Everest Helicopter Tour Suitable for me?

Everest Base Camp Helicopter is an epic journey completely suitable for all age groups from children to elderly people. However the journey takes you to the altitude of 5,555 meters, your body will not get tired as you are not trekking but riding by helicopter.  Perfect tour for those adventure enthusiasts who are physically unable to trek, who have a limited time period, kids and senior citizens. Those with health issues mainly with heart and lungs are recommended to consult with your doctor before the trip. 

Why Choose Everest Helicopter Tour?

Everest Helicopter Tour is a dream for everyone and a perfect trip for those who have no time or who are unable to to experience the grandeur of the world’s highest peak by trekking. 

This tour is not only about reaching the lap of Everest in an easier or comfortable way but also getting a unique perspective to witness the most spectacular landscapes, rough terrains, glacial beauties and high-altitude villages. Here are some points to clarify why the Everest Helicopter Tour should be in your top-most bucket list for the year.

  • Save time and energy without missing the adventure.
  • Perfect for all age groups.
  • Thrilling Helicopter ride.
  • Meal at Everest View Hotel.
  • No demand for physical fitness.
  • Blend adventure with comfort.
  • Unique perspective to witness the beauty of Everest.
  • Experience mesmerizing aerial views of the Himalayas and landscapes.

Why the Everest Helicopter Tour with Adventure Hikers?

Booking with local travel experts will make your trip smooth, safe, rewarding and also saves your time as well as money. Adventure Hikers is always very flexible with customizing the itinerary as per our clients preferences. We have been operating outstanding Tours, Helicopter Tours and Treks in Nepal since very long ensuring a secure and unforgettable experience to the clients all around the globe. We promise you the best price with the best services during your precious trip to Everest.

  • Private Helicopter ride with professional pilot.
  • Easy booking
  • Best price guaranteed.
  • No hidden cost.
  • Guaranteed refund incase of flight is unable to operate due to bad weather or any natural calamities.
  • Enough time at the Base Camp and Hotel Everest View.
  • Free ground transfer.
  • Flexible with clients as you can reschedule trips a few days before.

1 Day Helicopter Tour Itinerary

The Everest Helicopter Tour Itinerary is specially designed to provide our clients all the unforgettable moments and ample time to witness the beauty of the world's highest mountain, the Everest region in a few hours.

Note: The time could be change  

6:00 Am - Hotel Pickup 

A representative from Adventure Hikers will pick you from your hotel early in the morning and transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport. 

6:20 AM - Check-in at the Airport

Tickets, documents, security check- in  and move towards the helipad at the airport. Your pilot will explain to you about the safety, security and you today’s program. 

7:15 AM - Fly to Lukla airport

Your Helicopter will take off from Kathmandu airport and land at Lukla airport for refueling. Here you will get little time to explore the Lukla area and capture some pictures and videos at the beginning of your trip.

7:40 AM - Heli flight to Pheriche

The second landing will be at Pheriche where they will manage the weight and will carry 3 people. The maximum weight limit for high-altitude is from 220-240, so it is necessary to arrange the weight limit.

8:00 AM - Fly over Kala Patthar, and Everest Base Camp

After that, you will embark on an epic flyover towards Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar. You will get the close outlook of Mount Everest and breathtaking surrounding peaks including Khumbu glacier and Khumbu icefall. Please note that, according to recent civil aviation regulations, there will be no landing at Everest Base Camp. You will take a scenic flyover only.

Note: normally there will be only three touch points/ landing of the helicopter, so your helicopter may not land at Kala Patthar. For landing at Kala Patthar, you need a special request  and need to pay an additional amount of money. 

9:00 AM- Descend flight to Everest View Hotel

You will be enjoying a delicious breakfast with an amazing front view of Mt. Everest and other splendid himalayas sitting at one of the highest located luxurious hotels in the Himalayas. You will have around 1 hour to savour the environment. 

9:45 AM - Fly back to Lukla

The helicopter will descend towards Lukla and stop at Lukla airport for refueling. It will take around 30 minutes and you will get some time to enjoy the surroundings. 

10:15 AM - Final flight to Kathmandu

Now, you will take your final helicopter ride to Kathmandu carrying all the thrilling experiences in your heart and find. The flight is going to be amazing as you will savor the breathtaking views of the mountains, hills, rivers,valleys and so on. 

11:05 AM - Drive from Kathmandu airport to your hotel

You will be picked up from the airport by a representative of Adventure Hikers and drop off at your hotel.

Conclusion,The Everest Helicopter Tour is the ultimate way to experience the grandeur of the majestic Mount Everest region without committing weeks of trekking. With Adventure Hikers, you get luxury, safe, and memorable experiences in just one day. The breathtaking views, aerial perspective to the Everest region, seamless itinerary, expert guidance makes it a must-to-do trip once in a lifetime for adventurers, bucket-list travelers, and photographers.

Cost Details
Includes
  • Pickup from hotel to airport for Everest helicopter tour.
  • Helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp.
  • All required official documentations for Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour.
Excludes

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Essential Information

Difficulty of Everest Base Camp Heli Tour

Everest Helicopter Tour is a completely ravishing trip providing you a birds-eye view of the tallest himalayas in a comfortable way. In case of physical challenges, you will be doing the whole tour by helicopter so your body will not get tired or exhausted. The only challenge is the weather condition which is also unpredictable in the high himalayas. But you don't need to worry, your trip will be operated with experienced pilots and proper safety protocols.

Permit for Everest Helicopter Tour

Permit is an important document that gives you an official permission to engage in various adventurous activities in the Everest region or other trekking regions in Nepal. Permit supports the sustainability of preserving the environment and safety of tours.

Here are the permits that is required for you to conquer the helicopter tour to Everest region: 

  • Sagarmatha National Park Permit
  • Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Card.

Both Sagarmatha National Park permit and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Municipality entrance card can be obtained from Trivuwan International Airport Kathmandu

Best time for Everest Heli Tour

If you want to experience an unforgettable and smooth helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp, the Spring and Autumn is the best time to mark. As the Everest Base Camp is at 5,364 meters high, the weather is very unpredictable so it is important that you choose the right time for your dream trip. 

Spring (March to May): Spring is the ideal time to embark on the Everest Heli Tour as the weather and atmosphere is perfectly supportive. You will get the clear visibility of shining snow-capped and the surroundings. mountains with the Everest region decorated with colorful wildflowers. 

Autumn (September to November): With pleasant weather and clear skies, autumn is the best time for helicopter tours to Everest or any region. From September to November, the temperature is comfortable with slight rains and sunshine. The valleys and hills are lush green after the monsoon and vegetation starts to turn golden creating a perfect combination of green and golden nature. You can witness amazing views of the Himalayas from a bird's-eye point of view. Autumn is one of the best seasons for any kind of tours and trekking in Nepal.

Everest Helicopter Tour is possible during all the time of the year including Summer and Winter also. But the weather in these season is unpredictable and can be unclear sometimes. With a proper plan and schedule you can do the helicopter trip anytime.

FAQs

Yes, Everest Heli Tour is completely safe if you go through an authorized company. We always operate the trip with a professional pilot and team ensuring a safe and satisfying journey. Choosing the right time is also crucial for a safe trip.

Absolutely, Everest Helicopter tour is perfectly suitable for any kind of person from childrens to elders. This tour is designed for trekkers who are physically or timely unable to undertake a trekking in the Everest. There is no age limit on our adventure.

Usually, Everest Helicopter Tour can be done at any time throughout the year. But, the months of Jan to May and September to December are the best times which offer clear views with great experiences and perfect weather.

 

Normally, the entire trip will be complete within 5-6 hours providing you ample time in the Everest region to experience the thrill and beauty of the region.

 

Normally, it is not allowed to land at Everest Base Camp, the helicopter will fly over the base camp. But on special requests we can make it possible for you.

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