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Price starting from ~~$1,375~~

US $ 1,275 per person

No of people	Price per person
1 - 1	$1,275
2 - 4	$1,225
5 - 10	$1,175

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Duration

1 days

Max. Elevation

5545m

Group size

5 Maximum One Helicopter

Level

EASY

Transportation

All ground transportation and flight as per itinerary.

Best Season

Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, March, April, May, Jun

Accommodation

None

Meals

Breakfast at Everest View Hotel, Syangboche.

Starts at

Kathmandu

Ends at

Kathmandu

Trip Route

Kathmandu-Lukla-EBC/Kalapatthar-Lukla-Kathmandu

Highlights

Enjoy the unobstructed view of the highest mountain in the world, Mt. Everest from Kalapatthar (5545m)
Step at Kalapatthar/Everest Base Camp and create adventure history in your life
Sip on local tea and enjoy some light snacks at Everest View Hotel.
Get a glimpse of the daily life of Sherpas and local towns like Lukla, Namche, Gorekhshep and Syangboche
Enjoy the serene and grand Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the national park is located at the highest elevation in the world
Experience the thrill of flying above the clouds and looking down at the snow-covered platforms.
View countless peaks like Ama Dablam (6,812 meters (22,349 feet)., Thamserku (6,608 meters (21,680 feet)., Cho Oyu (8,188 meters (26,864 feet), Lhotse (8,516 meters (27,940 feet), and the beautiful Khumbu Glacier.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Video

If you have ever thought about soaring above the clouds to touch the sky, then Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is what you pictured. After all, it is not every day that you get the chance to gaze at the spectacular Mt. Everest (8848m) in all its glory, that too in just one day within 4 hours.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is the finest and most rewarding heli tour or Helicopter Tours in Nepal. Unlike other helicopter tours in Nepal like Annapurna Heli Tour and Langtang Heli Tour, this Everest heli tour takes you to the highest summit of the world. Do you believe it? And you are rewarded with the most fabulous views of Mt. Everest, Pumori, Lhotse, Makalu, Nuptse and giant Khumbu Glacier.

The tour takes you to Kalapatthar at a height of 5400m, or Everest Base Camp (5364m) from where you can gaze at the uncovered mountain ranges that surround Mt. Everest, the top of the world. This tour is perfect for people who are a bit short on time, or who are not fond of trekking.

Available throughout the year, the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour only takes about four hours for the trip. The comfort grade ranges from easy to leisure to even luxury. Since you will not have to walk on foot, the trail condition doesn’t matter, but you do need to stay aware of the change in weather.

If you have thought of any other trekking trips in the Everest region, then, click the link: Trip to Everest Base Camp for the most updated details and reliable information.

You will also have a golden opportunity of your life to step at Everest Base Camp or Kalapatthar and explore the exhilarating surroundings. This will be a history for your life and probably the biggest achievement you have ever earned.

You may have two options in tour mind while thinking of doing Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour and Everest Base Camp Trek. If you have shorter time frame and willing to avoid trekking/walking to Everest Base Camp, you can go with Helicopter tour to EBC and if you love adventure trek to Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar, you can go with EBC Trek.

Detail About Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu offers a breathtaking aerial adventure that takes you from your hotel to the airport and then to Lukla Airport for refueling. As you soar through the sky, you'll witness some of the most spectacular views and experience varying elevations.

Departing from your hotel in Kathmandu, you'll be greeted by panoramic vistas of the city before the helicopter takes you higher, revealing the stunning landscapes of the Kathmandu Valley. As you leave the valley behind, you'll be surrounded by majestic mountain ranges, including the Langtang, Ganesh, and Jugal Himalayas.

As you approach Lukla airport, situated at an elevation of 9,383 feet (2,845 meters), you'll witness the rugged terrain of the Solu-Khumbu region. The helicopter will touch down at Lukla airport, where you can take a short break and enjoy the picturesque surroundings.

From Lukla, your journey continues towards the Everest Base Camp region. As you ascend, you'll marvel at the awe-inspiring peaks, including Ama Dablam, Nuptse, and Lhotse. The helicopter will then fly over the legendary Khumbu Glacier, revealing its sprawling icy expanse.

As you approach Everest Base Camp, located at an elevation of 17,598 feet (5,364 meters), you'll be spellbound by the sight of Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, standing tall at 29,029 feet (8,848 meters). The helicopter will circle, allowing you to fully absorb the magnificence of the Everest region.

Throughout the tour, you'll be immersed in the natural beauty of the Himalayas, with their rugged valleys, sparkling rivers, and pristine glaciers. The highlights include breathtaking mountain views, the iconic Khumbu Glacier, and the opportunity to witness Mount Everest up close.

On the way back from Everest Base Camp or Kalapatthar, you will stop at Syangboche where Everest View Hotel (3880m) is located. Here, again, you will be astonished at witnessing the entire mountain panorama that accompanies Mt. Everest. You will also enjoy some light snacks at this stop. Actually, the Hotel Everest View is a hotel located at the highest elevation in the world.

Next, the helicopter flies towards Lukla via Namche Bazaar and stops at Lukla airport for refueling before flying to Kathmandu. You will again have another opportunity to have a second glimpse of Lukla town and Lukla airport.

The helicopter after refueling at Lukla airport, ultimately, flies back to Kathmandu airport and you will immediately be transferred to the hotel where you stay and you can enjoy your time in whatever way you like.

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience, allowing you to witness the grandeur of the Himalayas and the iconic Mount Everest, all in a single exhilarating journey. This Helicopter Tour to Everest Base Camp with Landing from Kathmandu is a must do tour in Nepal.

If you are thinking of trekking to EBC and flying back by helicopter either to Lukla or directly to Kathmandu, you can go with our trekking packages to EBC: Everest Base Camp Trek with heli and Ebc trek with helicopter 13 days.

Permits Required

The Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit is required to enter the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that encompasses the Everest region. The permit aims to conserve the natural and cultural heritage of the area and funds various conservation and development projects. It is issued by the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation and allows trekkers to explore the stunning landscapes, diverse flora and fauna, and the unique Sherpa culture of the region. It costs $30 per person.

To obtain this permit, traveler can either apply individually or through a registered trekking agency in Nepal. The permits can be obtained in Kathmandu or in Lukla, the starting point of the Everest Base Camp trek but it is not possible to collect as your are flying by helicopter directly. It is important to carry this permit throughout the tour and present them at various checkpoints along the route.

Rest of the permits like TIMS Card and Khumbu Local Area Entry Permit are not required for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour like in Everest Base Camp Trek.

Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp Helicopter Price

Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp Helicopter Price is catogirised in two different types: Private Helicopter Price and Sharing Helicopter Price.

The Sharing Helicopter Price is USD 1385 and private helicopter ride price is USD 4500.

If you have got a few people like 4-5, you can go with private helicopter sharing the total cost USD 4500 but if you are willing to join with group of 4 or 5 people in the helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu, then, you will just pay USD 1385.

In sharing helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu, the helicopter may require doing shuttle flight from Lukla to Everest Base Camp and back. Be ready to wait at Lukla till other people return from Everest Base Camp/Kalapattar. This will take place due to weight limit in the helicopter at high elevation. Actually, helicopter can carry maximum 450-500 kg at higher elevation above 4000m.

The price you pay will include your flight to Everest Base Camp and back to Kathmandu via Hotel Everest View and Lukla airport with required entry permit. But you meals and snacks are not included.

Landing at Kalapatthar or Everest Base Camp?

Actually, this helicopter tour is as popular as the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour but sometimes it should be named as Kalapatthar Helicopter Tour because, mostly, people love landing at Kalapatthar to Everest Base Camp since Kalapatthar offers more marvelous views of mountain summits including Mt. Everest. Also, it is believed that stopping/ landing at Kalapatthar is better than landing at Everest Base Camp.

Also, the landing is determined by the weather conditions. The weather condition in the Everest region keeps changing every 20 minutes. So, it is not right to assure the trekkers to land at a particular destination like Kalapatthar or Everest Base Camp. It is their own choice or the weather conditions determine the landing.

We have a very comprehensive article on Everest Helicopter Tour Landing Cost. You can go through it and collect all required information about Everest Helicopter tour from Kathmandu with landing beforehand. If you are planning it doing in your next vacation while you are in Nepal, you must know all required things like cost, landing hours, location, halts and mountain views about Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with Landing.

Another issue landing at Everest Base Camp is the fragile setting of the land. The helipad at Everest Base Camp is fed by Khumbu Glacier and it may get collapsed while landing several helicopters and flight. So, it is not recommended to land at Everest Base Camp. Let's go to land at Kalapatthar and enjoy the tour blissfully and safely.

How long will be the landing?

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Landing will long for a maximum of 30 minutes ranging from 5 minutes. Actually, spending a longer time at higher elevations like Everest Base Camp or Kalapatthar which are both above 5000m is not good for our body. Our body is not properly acclimatized as we are in Everest Base Camp Trek. We directly fly to Lukla and then to Everest Base Camp or Kalapatthar. So, it will be risky to stay longer than half an hour while landing at Kalapatthar or Everest Base Camp. This stop will be provided for walking around Kalapatthar, exploring the surroundings and taking pictures and memories with your inward eyes.

Weight Limit in Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

The weight limit for helicopters operating shuttle flights from Lukla to Everest Base Camp varies depending on the specific helicopter model and the operating company. However, as a general guideline, the weight limit for passengers and baggage typically ranges from 400 to 500 kilograms (880 to 1,100 pounds).

Due to the high altitude and challenging terrain of the Everest region, helicopters need to operate within specific weight restrictions to ensure safe takeoff, landing, and maneuverability. These weight limits take into account factors such as the helicopter's fuel consumption, the number of passengers on board, and the amount of cargo or baggage being transported.

Passengers should be mindful of these weight limitations and pack accordingly, considering essential gear and clothing for their Everest Base Camp trek. It is crucial to communicate your approximate weight and baggage requirements to the helicopter company in advance, as they will assess the feasibility of accommodating you on the shuttle flight. Ultimately, adhering to the weight limits ensures the safety and efficiency of the helicopter operations, allowing travelers to experience the breathtaking journey from Lukla to Everest Base Camp.

What will happen if we stop more than a maximum of half an hour at Kalapatthar or Everest Base Camp? What are the risks?

If you stay longer than a maximum of half an hour at Kalapatthar or Everest Base Camp, you may have acute mountain sickness. This may happen because you go there at above 5000m high without proper acclimatization like in other trekking trips in the Everest region. Whenever we go to higher elevations by flight or by helicopter, we have to be very cautious about acute mountain sickness. You will be in trouble if you have acute mountain sickness and eventually, your entire Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour will be unpleasant. So, please do not try to linger while landing at Kalapatthar or Everest Base Camp. Be quick and follow the instructions properly.

Risks During the Landing

You may feel suffocated to some extent while landing at Kalapatthar or Everest Base Camp because of insufficiency of oxygen for breathing as the oxygen gets thinner as the elevation increases. Secondly, you may be chilled with cold accompanied by a blow of wind. Thirdly, acute mountain sickness may occur in your body. Fourthly, you may injure your legs while walking around Everest Base Camp or Kalapatthar. So, be very careful about these possible risks and try to avoid them tactfully to make your Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour exhilarating and safe.

Cautions while landing at Kalapatthar or Everest Base Camp

Don’t jump from a helicopter haphazardly
Take care of your all belongings
Don’t walk randomly; you may break your ankle
Wear warm clothes to keep your body lively
Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes
Don’t sit longer than half an hour at Kalapathar may get high altitude sickness
Follow the instructions of the Pilot/guide or leader

Return Flight from Kalapatthar or Kalapatthar to Syangboche/ Hotel Everest View

you explore Everest Base Camp or Kalapatthar and the surroundings, you will take another short return flight back to Hotel Everest View (13,000 feet or 3,880m) located just above Namche Bazaar ( 3400m). Before arriving/ landing at Hotel Everest View, we can celebrate magnificent freshwater lakes, majestic mountain views and the entire Sagarmatha National Park. We land here at the hotel located at the highest elevation in the world and again enjoy a 360-degree view of Mt. Everest and other alluring mountain giants. We stop here for around 40 minutes. during this time, we have our light snacks and breakfast. Enjoying breakfast at Everest View Hotel will be a lifetime memory.

Flying Back to Kathmandu via Lukla

We will have another stop for 10-15 minutes to collect the people who waited for shuttle flights or for refueling at Lukla airport and finally fly back to Kathmandu. The final flight to Kathmandu from Lukla will, again, stun you with numerous mountain summits and landscapes. You swill still love capturing magnificent mountain settings and the cities while approaching Kathmandu valley.

As soon as you land at Kathmandu airport, Kathmandu helipad and you will be transferred to the hotel. The transfer time from Kathmandu to Hotel in Thamel in only 20 minutes.

Conclusion

Join us at Haven Holidays for the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour and similar thrilling adventures. Your comfort and experience are our only concerns. Accompanied by our well-experienced staff and the spectacular beauty of Nepal, it will be an unforgettable experience. Join us today and make a memory that will last forever. Always remember us for Safe and Exciting Holidays.

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Important Note

Best Season/Months to do the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is available throughout the year so that you can enjoy its beauty during any season. However, there are fewer adverse weather and cancellations of flights during autumn, winter and spring. So, it is best to travel at the time between September, October, November, December, January, February, March April and May.

You need to know about weather condition before you book or go for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu. If you are willing to know more about the weather in Nepal. Please visit us at Weather in Nepal.

High Altitude Sickness

High altitude sickness is a condition that can occur when our body is not adapting well to having less atmospheric pressure and oxygen at high altitudes. It typically affects individuals not acclimatized to high altitudes and can be potentially dangerous if it progresses to more severe forms without treatment.

For more information about High Altitude Sickness, the article altitude-sickness-info will give your very genuine and comprehensive information on high altitude sickness while doing EBC Helicopter Tour in Nepal from Kathmandu.

Must Know things before travelling to Nepal

People type and search for things to know before deciding on a trip to Nepal on Google and other social media platforms and find several posts about the topic. Though you are fed several pieces of information about things you should do before deciding on a trip to Nepal, you have to be very selective about the authentic ones. If you go haphazardly through the article and the information, you may be misled while travelling in Nepal and before deciding on a trip to Nepal. Ultimately, your vacation trip will be nasty. So, you must be very watchful about the must-know things to know before departing to Nepal from your country.

Various things are must-know things before deciding on a trip to Nepal but a few things are much more important things to know before departing from your country. There are 5 must-know things before deciding on a trip to Nepal. They are Weather Conditions, Geography and Culture, Currency, Food and Accommodation and Health and Securities. Now, let’s talk about these 5 must-know things about Nepal before deciding on a vacation trip in Nepal in detail. For the detailed information, the article 5 must-know things Nepal will help your understand the Nepal's weather, foods , accommodation, people and culture before you go Nepal for Everest Helicopter Tour.

Before you arrive and depart for Nepal, you need to know some more important things so that you can make your Everest Base Camp Trek 14 Days more fascinating, safer and memorable. For this, you can learn about Nepal's food and accommodation, language and culture, geography, religion, climate, people and many more things through the article Nepal Travel info. The article will help you in many ways in order to plan your holidays packages in a better way.

Some Other Information

You have to pay the entry fee of Sagarmatha National Park, which amounts to about 30 USD along with tax. No other permit is required. Frequent weather changes are common in higher altitudes, so there is a risk of cancellation of flights. In case your flight is cancelled your money is refunded but you have to share some funds for your airport transportation.

Trip Itinerary

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06:00 AM: Transfer from hotel to Kathmandu Airport/ Helipad

06:15 AM: Check-in at Helicopter counter (please bring a passport copy)

06:30 AM: Flight to Lukla airport by Heli (20 minutes flight)

07:30 AM: Defuel at Lukla( 10-15 minutes)

07:50 AM: Flight towards Khumbu and Everest Base Camp( 15 minutes)

08:25 AM: Overfly the Everest Base Camp & Land at Kalapatthar 5400m for photos and video ( maximum 20 minutes)

08:55 AM: Flight to Shyangboche hill view-point - Mt. Everest View Hotel & have the optional breakfast. ( half an hour)

09:35 AM: Ride back to Kathmandu/ may stop at Lukla for fuel ( 15 minutes)

11:00 AM: Arrival Kathmandu and Transfer to hotel( 20 minutes drive)

The total time is about five hours, with a 10 to maximum 30 minutes landing at Kalapatthar for photos and videos and a 30-minute stop at Shyangboche for optional breakfast at Everest View Hotel. The tour route includes take off from Kathmandu to Lukla, where the helicopter will refuel once. From Lukla, you will overfly the Everest Base Camp and land at Kalapatthar, from where you can see the view of Mt. Everest up close. Finally, you will return to Kathmandu.

Note: Weather conditions in the Himalayas can be unpredictable, so be prepared for possible delays or changes to your itinerary time. Stay flexible and trust your pilot's judgment regarding safety.

Max. altitude

5,545m / 18,192 ft.

Accommodation

Non

Meals

Breakfast at Everest View Hotel, Syangboche

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What's Includes

All land and air transportation
The price is Sharing basis
Helicopter flight from Kathmandu-Lukla- Kalapatthar/Everest Base Camp- Kathmandu

What's Excludes

Personal clothing and equipment
Drinks and meals

Trip Info

The helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp is an incredible adventure and exciting helicopter flight to Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu, offering breathtaking views of the worlds highest peaks including Mt. Everest (8848.86) without the need for extensive duration. You can witness the most majestic views of Pumori, Nupse, Loa Tse, Makalu, Amadablam, Thamserkhu and the most stunning Everest.

Take off

The helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu Take off begins from the Kathmandu airport after you are dropped off from the hotel you stay. Actually, the driver will go to receive you at the hotel you stay and transfer to the Kathmandu airport, domestic terminal for your Everest Base Camp Helicopter Flight. After you go the Kathmandu airport, the flight will take off in few minutes.

Duration

Typically, the duration of a helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp ranges from 4 to 5 hours, depending on various factors such as weather conditions and the specific itinerary. Generally speaking , the duration of Everest Helicopter is 3-4 hours including the time of landing at Kalapatthar(5545m), half an hour time for capturing marvelous views of Mt. Everest and other mountain summits, landing and having breakfast or some light snacks at Everest View Hotel (3880m), take off time from Kathmandu and landing and refueling at Lukla (2900m). Among these various breaks during the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu, you will absolutely celebrate two moments: Landing at Kalapatthar and capturing the most stunning views of Mt. Everest and Kahumbu Glacier and enjoy having snacks at Everest View Hotel which is the hotel located at the highest elevation of the world.

Direction and Location

Initially, the helicopter will head towards the north of Kathmandu Valley which is Langtang mountain range and within few minutes, the helicopter switches its flight towards Everest region passing through Dolakah and Ramechhap districts and land at Lukla for refueling and may be for shuttle flights if the weight limits exceeds than 450kg and you may have to wait there for 15-20 minutes for refueling and then another hour for the shuttle flight. Actually, refueling is compulsory and you are going to halt there for 15-20 minutes at Lukla airport and the shuttle flight is not mandatory if you are 3 or less than that.

Lukla is the first direction and location we land at and spend 15-20 minutes there and if you have 5 people in the helicopter, you may have to wait another hour there at Lukla for the shuttle flight.

Then, you will head towards Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar through Sagarmatha Natonal Park flying over Nmache and Lobuche. The helicopter, finally, lands at Kalapatthar where there is a helipad. You will enjoy the marvelous views directly facing towards Mt. Everest and Khumbu Glacier.

After you spend around 30 minutes there at Kalapattar, you will fly towards south to land at Syangboche airport or Lukla airport to have some light snacks and refueling and ultimately you will fly towards southwest from Lukla and land at Kathmandu airport and transferred to Hotel.

What to do during the halts?

You will have 2-3 halts in your during your Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with landing from Kathmandu. These halts are: at Lukla for refueling (twice) and shuttle flight, Syangboche/Everest View Hotel for the snacks. During these halts, you can explore the Lukla city and the Lukla airport spending 20-30 minutes before you fly to Everest Base Camp/Kalapatthar. If you need to wait for the shuttle flight from Lukla to Everest Base Camp/Kalapatthar, you can take more time like about an hour to explore Lukla city and Lukla airport with some favorite items of food and spend some time getting some souvenirs. Mostly, people do get the souvenirs, walk through the Lukla city and Lukla Airport and have tea, coffee, light snacks or breakfast. Make beautiful photographs and enjoy talking to local people at Lukla.

When you have chance to land at Everest View Hotel, you will definitely have breakfast or light snacks with beautiful coffee/tea facing to Everest. Actually, you are going to have very exciting halt at the hotel located at the highest elevation of the world which was begun by a Japanese man. Enjoy your favorite snack type from the menu of Everest View Hotel and create history in your life.

Aerial Views

Enjoy stunning aerial views of the Himalayas, including Langtang Mountain range, Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, Thamserkhu, Ama Dablam, local towns like Ramechhap, Dolakha, Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Lobuche, Periche, Dingboche, Gorekhshep, Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the national park located at the highest elevation of the world and more. Actually, the combination of clouds, blue sky and the mountain views will be mesmerizing to see during the flight.

Landing at Everest Base Camp/Kalapathar

Experience the thrill of landing at Kalapathar (5545m/18,192 ft.) not at Everest Base Camp (5364m/17,598 ft.) because helicopters for Ebc tour cannot land at Everest Base Camp as it is not allowed. Only the helicopters that are going and doing Everest Expeditions are allowed to land at Everest Base Camp. Actually, Everest Base Camp is very fragile to land too many helicopters as the base of the Everest Base Camp is formed by Khumbu Glacier which may not be able to hold numerous helicopter flights. But, Landing at Kalapatthar is far better than landing at Everest Base Camp. It is because Kalapatthar is better viewpoint to see Everest and other mountain summits including Khumbu glacier. Therefore, you are landing at Kalapatthar where we have a solid, compact and safe helipad. You will capture marvelous mountain summits from Kalapatthar.

How long will be the landing?

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Landing from Kathmandu will be for maximum 30 minutes. This timing is offered to you for the exploration and photos. You will come out of helicopter and walk down at the helipad of Kalapatthar. The weather will be very windy and chilling cold. However, you will relish this short walk to the top of the Kalapatthar or you can capture marvelous views from the helipad as well. In this 30 minutes time, you will be able to witness Mt. Everest and all surrounding mountain summits. Even, you can capture marvelous mountain views into your cameras as photos or videos. The photos or videos you capture from Kalapatthar will be iconic and legendary for lifetime.

If we spend longer hours like 1-2 hours or more than 30 minutes, there will be high possibility of getting altitude sickness as we land at Kalapattahr 5545m directly from Kathmandu 1300m. So, it is not good to spend longer hours there at Kalapattar while landing for the altitude related issue.

What to do and what not to do during Landing at Kalaptthar

Dos and Don’ts

Walk around but do not run
Make Pictures and videos but do not throw the trash here and there
Take enough time for the exploration, photos and videos but don’t stay there at Kalapatthar(5545m) more than half an hour
Leave footsteps not garbage
Make some records on the stones (writing on them or piling them one by one) at Kalapatthar but don’t try to carry with them back
Wear warm cloth to protect your body from cold but don’t let your body shiver with cold
Drink hot or warm water but not cold
Follow the instruction of crew members but don’t try to avoid them

Photo Opportunities

You are given 20-30 minutes time for the photography and exploration Kalapatthar where you land for Everest and other mountain views. You can utilize this time fully with capturing magnificent photos and videos and more importantly, you can capture the most stunning views by your inward mind that is your mind and soul and that is the most important moment for you during this landing. It means, you can enjoy making as many photographs and videos you like while landing. But, drone is not allowed during this landing. Capture unforgettable moments against the backdrop of the majestic Himalayan peaks.

Weather Considerations, Delays and Cancellation

Weather plays a vital role in helicopter tours to Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu. Flights are subject to weather conditions, and delays or cancellations may occur for safety reasons. If the weather condition is poor, you may have to wait the right and fair weather to change. It may be like 1-2 hours delay to wait for the good weather in Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar.

Actually, the riders/travelers should consider one very important thing in their mind that is: the weather condition in Everest region and Lukla keeps constantly changing in every half an hour or even in 15 minutes. Therefore, they should prepare accordingly. It is not safe to fly to Everest Base Camp , Kalapatthar or Lukla from Kathmandu if the weather is not favorable. So, do not panic if you have booked your helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu in case it gets delayed or even it get cancelled if the weather condition gets worse day by day and you will get the refund. Please, do not blame the crew members for the delays and cancellation; it is for your safety. You yourself need to be very watchful about the weather condition of Kathmandu, Lukla and Everest Base Camp before you fly there.

Booking

It’s recommended to book your helicopter tour in advance, at least a day prior, to secure your spot. Before you book your helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu, check the weather condition for the next day. It is suggested to find the weather forecast of Kathmandu, Lukla and Everest Base Camp of the day when you are flying to EBC.

Clothing and Gear

Dress in layers to prepare for fluctuating temperatures. Bring warm clothing, sturdy shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat to protect you from the sun's glare and cold weather. Also, carry warm water because you need it while landing at Kalapatthar as it chilling cold. Bring a pair of warm gloves, selfie stick, and camera lens if you want and also can carry light snacks to bite on in case you are hungry while landing at Kalapatthar. Most importantly, you have to protect your body and your gadgets while landing at Kalapatthar. Make sure that you have planned for them properly.

Health Considerations

Consider potential altitude-related health risks, especially if you're prone to altitude sickness and be aware of symptoms such as headache, dizziness, and nausea. Actually, you are flying to Everest Base Camp(5364m) and landing at Kalapatthar(5545m) via Lukla ( 2900m) from Kathmandu (1300m). So, you are directly switching to Everest Base Camp and Lukla from Kathmandu which means a huge elevation gain for your body and there is possibility of high altitude sickness while landing at Kalapatthar. Moreover, if you have got serious cardiac issues, Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu is not recommended. In case you get the altitude sickness and any other sudden incidents that may occur while landing at Kalapatthar, you have to bear all loss by yourself. Therefore, make sure that your health condition is good enough to fly to Everest Base Camp and land at Kalapatthar from Kathmandu switching the elevations like 1300m-2900m-5364m-5545m.

Safety

Safety is paramount during helicopter tours. Ensure that the operator follows strict safety protocols and employs experienced pilots with extensive knowledge of the region. Also, you should be careful about your own safety with all required trekking equipment and very reliable trekking gears. Do not run haphazardly here and there without the permission and instruction of the crew members. Please, do not get too much excited to walk and run with your own whims and emotions while landing at Kalapatthar. Be patient, be calm, be cool and get mesmerized with astonishing mountain panoramas with Everest and Khumbu glacier. Capture them with your inward eyes and the cameras, be careful about the altitude sickness related problems and issues. If you have doubts that you have some issues like dizziness, vomiting, headache and some other symptoms similar like this, you have to report it immediately to your crew members. You may need rescue from the landing place, Kalapatthar.

Environmental Considerations

Respect the environment and follow the principles of Leave No Trace. Avoid littering and adhere to guidelines provided by your tour operator to minimize your impact on the fragile ecosystem of the Himalayas. We give our homage to nature as god and we try our best to protect and make it better in your every trip package in both cities and mountains. We humbly request you all not to leave any trash, even a tiny piece of paper and even a piece of nail from your fingertips. However, you can enjoy the views and the landscapes without spoiling the nature. While landing at Kalapatthar, you will see some trash scattered here and there at Kalapatthar and you can collect the garbage and trash while landing there for half an hour. So, if you can protect the nature there at Kalapatthar, do it, otherwise, do not dare to litter there.

Flying Back to Kathmandu

After you have snacks and tea/coffee at Everest View Hotel (3880m), you will fly back to Kathmandu. Before you fly to Kathmandu, there, may be a tiny stop at Lukla to collect the people who are waiting for your shuttle flight or refueling for 10-15 minutes. Ultimately, you will fly to Kathmandu airport through alluring mountain landscapes.

You land at Kathmandu airport and you will be transferred to the hotel where you stay. If you are staying in Thamel, it takes only 20-30 minutes to get it. Check in the hotel and get refreshed and proceed ahead for other activities.

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Everest Helicopter Tour

I recently had the pleasure of going on an Everest Helicopter tour organized by Haven Holidays, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. The tour started with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, where we boarded the helicopter for the trip to Everest Base Camp. The views of the Himalayas from the helicopter were absolutely breathtaking, and the pilot was skilled and knowledgeable about the area. Upon arriving at Everest Base Camp, we had the opportunity to explore and take in the stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The guide provided by Haven Holidays was informative and helpful, ensuring that we had a safe and enjoyable experience. After spending some time at Base Camp, we took off in the helicopter for a thrilling flight over the Khumbu Glacier and the surrounding peaks, including a close-up view of Mt. Everest itself. The aerial perspective was simply stunning and provided a unique and unforgettable view of this incredible mountain range. Overall, I highly recommend Haven Holidays for anyone looking to experience the beauty and majesty of the Himalayas through an Everest Helicopter tour. The tour was well-organized, the guides and pilots were knowledgeable and friendly, and the experience was truly one-of-a-kind.

David Man

Australia

Awesome Tour to Highest Mountain Base Camp

Wonderful!! Just Wonderful!! I had never had such experience of touring in my life as I experienced during Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour in Nepal. Thanks Haven Holidays Nepal and the team for offering this opportunity.

Thapa Krishna

Nepal

An Unforgettable Adventure: 13 Days Everest Base Camp Trekking with Helicopter through Haven Holidays

Embarking on the 13-day Everest Base Camp Trekking with Helicopter through Haven Holidays was an exhilarating and awe-inspiring adventure that surpassed all expectations. From the moment we arrived until the moment we bid farewell, every aspect of this journey was meticulously planned and flawlessly executed. Our experienced guide, Ganga, played a vital role in making this trek an unforgettable experience. Ganga's deep knowledge of the region, coupled with his warm and friendly demeanor, made us feel safe and well taken care of throughout the entire journey. He effortlessly balanced providing insightful information about the area's rich history and culture with ensuring our physical well-being and safety on the challenging trekking trails. The itinerary crafted by Haven Holidays was carefully designed to gradually acclimatize us to the altitude while providing ample time to appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the Khumbu region. The trail offered mesmerizing views of towering peaks, stunning glaciers, and picturesque villages, creating a surreal environment that felt straight out of a postcard. The highlight of the trek was undoubtedly the helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp. The awe-inspiring aerial views of the Himalayas and the iconic Mount Everest were nothing short of a once-in-a-lifetime experience. As we stood at the base camp, surrounded by majestic peaks, we couldn't help but feel an overwhelming sense of accomplishment. Throughout the trek, the accommodations provided by Haven Holidays were comfortable and well-maintained, offering a much-needed respite after long days of hiking. The lodges and tea houses along the way provided hearty meals and warm hospitality, ensuring our energy levels remained high throughout the journey. The support staff, including porters and sherpas, were exceptional. They displayed unwavering dedication, assisting us with our luggage and providing encouragement during the more challenging sections of the trek. Their hard work and commitment were truly commendable. In terms of organization and logistics, Haven Holidays left no stone unturned. From permits and transportation arrangements to ensuring medical facilities were available when needed, they demonstrated a high level of professionalism, making the trekking experience hassle-free and enjoyable. If you're seeking an adventure that combines the thrill of trekking to Everest Base Camp with the luxury of a helicopter ride, I highly recommend Haven Holidays and their exceptional guide, Ganga. This 13-day journey will challenge and inspire you, leaving you with memories to cherish for a lifetime. It's an experience that will forever hold a special place in your heart. In conclusion, I can confidently say that embarking on the Everest Base Camp Trekking with Helicopter through Haven Holidays, guided by Ganga, was an extraordinary experience. If you're a nature lover, adventure seeker, or simply someone looking to push their boundaries, this trek should be at the top of your bucket list.

Tim Thomas

Australia

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Preparation For This Trip

Preparing

Preparing for an Everest Base Camp helicopter tour is an exciting trip that requires careful planning to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Although, you are not doing trekking to Everest Base Camp on this tour but being in good physical health is still important, as altitude can affect people differently.

Pack Appropriately:

Pack essential equipment such as warm clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and sturdy footwear. Dress in layers to adjust to changing temperatures, as it can be cold at higher altitudes. Don't forget your camera with full charge to capture the stunning views!

Follow Safety Guidelines: Listen to the safety briefing provided by your tour operator and follow their instructions at all times. Respect any rules or guidelines they have in place to ensure everyone's safety.

Relax and enjoy the experience of seeing Mount Everest and the surrounding Himalayan peaks from a unique perspective with breathtaking views.

Everest helicopter tour, you'll be ready for an unforgettable adventure in one of the world's most awe-inspiring landscapes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult is Everest Base Camp trek?

The Everest base Trek is considered moderately difficult due to the high altitude, steep ascents and descents and the potential for altitude-related challenges. The Everest Base Camp trek is very achievable for people who have proper preparation, and acclimatization. There are no technical elements to the journey. The key is not to rush, take your time and choose the right company.

How many hours a day do you walk?

Everest Base Camp trek, you can expect to walk approximately 4-6 hours each day, depending on factors such as your pace, and the conditions of the trail. Some days might involve shorter walks, while others could be longer, especially as you get closer to a higher altitude. Please keep your mind that these are approximate time frames and can vary based on individual fitness levels, weather conditions and the pace of the group you are trekking with them.

Is Everest Base Camp Trekking trail very steep?

Yes, The Everest Base Camp Trekking trail does involve steep ascents and descents some part of the trail but it includes a mix of gradual sections as well.

Steep ascents:

Particularly as you gain elevation, you will encounter steep uphill sections that require more effort and can be physically demanding. These ascents often involve switchbacks and rocky paths.

Find your walking rhythm with coordination breath and walk.

Steep descents:

You will also encounter steep downhill sections that can be challenging, especially for your knees and joints. Trekking poles can be beneficial for stability and support, especially during steep sections.

There are also some parts of the trail that have relatively gradual inclines and provide some respite for trekkers. These sections might pass through forests, meadows, and villages where the trail gently ascends and descends. The trail takes you through a variety of terrain, including rocky paths, several suspension bridges and stone steps. This diversity adds to the adventure of the trek.

How much is the helicopter ride to base camp Everest?

One helicopter for Everest Base Camp costs around 4000 USD and normally 4-5 people share this cost. Until Lobuche, one helicopter can carry 4 people and until Everest View Hotel, one helicopter can carry 5 people and only two people can be landed at Kalapatthar. And, if the helicopter goes up to Kalapatthar with 3 people, the helicopter cannot land at Kalapatthar but only with two people.

All 5 people will fly to Hotel Everest View and land there. Two of them will fly to Everest Base Camp and land at Kalapatthar and fly back to Hotel Everest view and will do another shuttle flight for rest of the people. So, the total time they spend will be round 3-4 hours which costs between 3500-4000 USD. The helicopter ride to base camp Everest costs USD 700-800 per person. With this cost, they can have a marvelous time with Everest Helicopter Tour.

Can I go to Everest Base Camp by helicopter?

Yes, definitely you can go Everest Base Camp by helicopter. The helicopter will take you to Everest Base Camp on a private or sharing basis. If you want a private Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, you can go on your own and you can enjoy the things as you like. But if you go with sharing helicopter tour, you can share the budget like only 700 USD. You can to Everest Base Camp with helicopter only with SD 700 per person on sharing helicopter. The flights are guaranteed and takes off everyday from Kathmandu.

Optionally, you can fly to Lukla or Namche and trek to Everest Base Camp as well and while returning from Everest Base Camp, if the cost is expensive for you, you can fly up to only Namche or Lukla.

However, if you have some serious heart related problems, it is not recommended to do Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour due to high altitude which is above 5000m.

Are there helicopter tours of Mt Everest?

Yes, there are several helicopter tours of Everest in Nepal. The different helicopter tours of Everest are: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, Everest Helicopter Private Tour, Everest Helicopter Sharing Tour, Everest Hotel View Helicopter Tour, Lukla Helicopter Flight and many other returning helicopter tours Everest. Mainly, Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is the most popular one. You can go to Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar within 3 hours from Kathmandu to Kathmandu by helicopter. Maximum 5 people can share one helicopter to Everest Base Camp and back.

Can you fly a helicopter around Everest?

Yes, you can fly a helicopter around Everest. Actually, to fly at the border of Tibet and on the Tibetan side is not allowed. But you can fly very near to, it means, just above Everest and other all majestic mountain peaks neighboring to it. During the time you fly around and above Everest, you will get marveled by the astounding views of Mt. Everest and other summits.

Helicopter flight around Mt. Everest will be a marvelous experience and exciting moments to celebrate. It will be very distinct from trekking/hiking to Everest Base Camp and Back.

How much is helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp?

Helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp has two different costs for private and sharing basis. The private Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with landing costs USD 5000 and the sharing helicopter to Everest Base Camp costs USD 1500. In sharing helicopter cost, an individual traveler has to share the helicopter with other 4 people not exceeding the maximum weight limit 500kg. If the weight limit exceeds, then, the helicopter will do shuttle flight from Lukla or from Everest View Hotel and you have to wait for that.

If you have 4-5 people in a group, then, it will be the best idea to book a private helicopter tour to Everest sharing the total cost USD 5000. Or, if you can collect 4-5 people in a group, you can share the cost USD 5000 and it will be cheaper for you than paying USD 1500 per individual.

Can you go to Everest Base Camp by helicopter?

Yes, you can easily go to Everest Base Camp by helicopter within 2 hours from Kathmandu. You can book the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu at least day earlier and can fly via Lukla the next day. You will land at Kalapatthar(5545m) nearby Everest Base Camp for the views( photos and videos) for 10-20 minutes and come back to Everest View Hotel (3880m) and have snacks there viewing Mt. Everest for the last time before you fly back to Kathmandu during this tour. It means, you can go and step at Everest Base Camp or Kalapatthar in a couple of hours and come back to Kathmandu by helicopter from Kathmandu.

If you don’t entertain this idea of flying directly to Everest Base Camp, you can go with Everest Base Camp Trek. Moreover, you can walk to Everest Base Camp and fly back to either Lukla, Manthali or directly Kathmandu by helicopter

Is the Everest helicopter tour worth it?

Undoubtedly, Everest helicopter tour is worth doing/experiencing. Actually, you are doing helicopter tour to the world highest mountain base camp, Everest Base Camp (5364m), landing at Kalapatthar(5545m) and witnessing the top of the world, Mt. Everest (8848.86m) and entire massive mountain panoramas. Isn’t it worth doing? Yes, definitely, it’s worth doing and each individual traveler who go to Nepal wish to do it once in their lifetime.

You may ask why Everest Helicopter tour worth it? It is worth for the following reasons

To step and Everest Base Camp (5364m) and Kalapatthar (5545m) and make a history in life
To celebrate aerial views breathtaking mountains panoramas of Nepal especially Mt. Everest
To witness Mt. Everest (8848.86m), the top of the world with your own eyes from Kalapatthar, the closest viewpoint to see Everest
To enjoy sips of coffee/tea and other snacks at Everest View Hotel (3880m) the star hotel located at the highest point the world
To enjoy luxury and comfortability during your Everest Base Camp Tour

How much is the Everest Base Camp Trek return by helicopter?

If you want to return back to Kathmandu from Everest Base Camp after you accomplish your Everest Base Camp Trek when your are tired and wish to escape long hours walk down to Lukla, it costs USD 3000 to fly back directly to Kathmandu and if you want to fly back to lukla from Everest Base Camp, it costs USD 1700. Also, you can fly back to Manthali from Everest Base Camp which costs USD 2000. After you fly back to Lukla or Manthali, you can drive back to Kathmandu avoiding all kinds of flights back to Kathmandu.

How much is a helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp?

Helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp costs USD 5000 (private) and USD 1500 on sharing. If you and your group (maximum 5) people are planning private Helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp, you require paying USD 1000 which will be cheaper than sharing helicopter to Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu. It means, if you go with sharing basis, the cost will be USD 1500. You will be sharing the helicopter ride to EBC with other 5 people and the helicopter may require shuttle flight to and from EBC if the weight limit (maximum 500kg) exceeds.
The Helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp lands at Kalapatthar flying over EBC and Khumbu glacier for the views. While landing, you can capture mesmerizing mountain panoramas including Mt. Everest, Pumori, Nupse, Loa Tse, Makalu and many other alluring mountain summits in Khumbu region.
The cost you pay for helicopter ride to Everest Base Camp includes all the flights from and to Everest Base Camp, shuttle flights if necessary, stop at Hotel Everest View for snacks (3880m) and pick up and drop to the hotel after you accomplish it.
Also, you can fly to and back from different destinations of Everest region if you want. It means, if you are doing any kind of activities like trekking, hiking etc, you can fly to and back from EBC instantly. If you want to know more information about Everest Helicopter Tours from different destinations, you can go through the following table:
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Costs Details

Private Helicopter EBC-Kathmandu	USD 5000
Sharing Helicopter EBC-Kathmandu	USD 1500
EBC- Lukla Private Helicopter	USD 2000
EBC-Lukla Sharing/Shuttle	USD 700-1000
EBC- Mantali Private Helicopter	USD 3500
EBC- Manthali Sharing Helicopter	USD1200-1500
Lukla- Manthali Private Helicopter	USD 2500
Lukla- Manthali Sharing Helicopter	USD 500
Lukla-Kathmandu Private Helicopter	USD 2500
Lukla- Kathmandu Sharing Helicopter	USD 500-700

Can helicopter reach Everest Base Camp?

Yes, helicopter can reach Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu. You can directly fly to Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu airport by helicopter. You can land at Kalapatthar(5545m) after flying over Everest Base Camp(5364m) and Mt. Everest. You can land at there for 5-20 minutes and even sometimes, for 30 minutes (more than 30 minutes landing at Kalapatthar is not recommended for high altitude issue).

The distance between Kalapatthar and Everest Base Camp is 3.5 km. It means, you will land at Kalapatthar means just 3-4 kilometers away from Everest Base Camp. Actually, the helicopters which are doing Everest Helicopter Tour and doing rescue activities are not allowed to land at Everest Base Camp, but you can go there by walking/trekking, because of the fragile topography of it. The Everest Base Camp is all fed by and supported by Khumbu Glacier and if the helicopters land at Everest Base Camp, it may collapse at any time. For this reason, no helicopters (except for Everest Expeditions) are permitted to land at Everest Base Camp. So, don’t expect landing at Everest Base Camp while doing Everest Base Camp Heli Ride. But, landing at Kalapatthar is more mesmerizing than landing at Everest Base Camp. You can enjoy better views of Everest from Kalapatthar.

While landing a t Kalapatthar, you can witness and celebrate the most breathtaking views of Mt. Everest, Pumori, Khumbu Glacier, Everest Base Camp, Loa Tse, Nupse, Makalu, Sagarmtha National Park and many other snow-covered summits in Everest region. You will have this moment for the most exciting and exhilarating memory in your life and you will save it for your lifetime.

How long is the helicopter ride from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp?

The helicopter ride from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp is a day tour with the duration ranging from 4-5 hours maximum. The time schedules and the durations are like this:

Wake up at 5.30 and transfer to the airport by 6 am ( half an hour)

Get through security process and get ready for take off( 15 minutes)

Take off and fly to Lukla ( 20 minutes)

Refueling at Lukla ( 15 minutes)

Fly to Everest Base Camp ( 20 minutes)

Land at Kalapattar and make video and photographs ( 20 minutes)

Fly back to Hotel Everest View ( 15 minutes)

Have snacks, tea, coffee or breakfast at Hotel Everest View ( half an hour)

Fly back to Lukla and refueling ( 20 minutes)

Fly back to Kathmandu ( 20 minutes)

Land at the Kathmandu airport and drive back to Hotel ( 30 minutes)

So the total duration including landing at Kalapattar and refueling at Lukla will be between 4-5 hours in total. Why not trying Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour if you have 4-5 hours to spend in Kathmandu as you are going to witness Mt. Everest, the highest in the world landing at Kalapattar(5545m).

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