Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with Landing at Everest View Hotel
by Himalaya Holiday Service
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This helicopter tour from Kathmandu lasts about 4 to 5 hours and includes shared group flights with up to five passengers and one pilot. The flight departs early morning from Kathmandu airport after hotel pickup and check-in, heading first to Lukla airport for a brief refuel stop. From Lukla, the helicopter continues flying over the Everest Base Camp and Kalapathar areas, offering clear views of Mount Everest and nearby peaks such as Pumori, Lhotse, and Nuptse. The flight includes an optional landing at Hotel Everest View for breakfast, weather permitting. After the stop, the return flight goes back to Kathmandu, either via Lukla or directly, depending on fuel requirements. The pilot decides the exact route and the flight schedule may vary due to weather conditions. The helicopter used is a strong and safe Airbus H125 model, flown only on suitable weather days. If weather prevents flying, a full refund is provided. The operator requests flexible travel dates to allow rescheduling if needed. Included are a pre-trip briefing the day before, hotel pickup and drop-off, and expert consultation. Passengers must carry a passport copy (a photo on a phone is acceptable) and dress warmly for temperatures around 0 degrees Celsius or below at higher altitudes. National park fees, taxes, and meals are not included. Passengers weighing over 100 kg should notify the operator after booking.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Kathmandu
The tour begins with a 5:30 AM transfer from the hotel to Kathmandu Airport for check-in at the helicopter counter (passport required). The helicopter (AIRBUS H125 Eurocopter 350) departs at 6:30 AM to Lukla Airport. At 7:30 AM, it stops at Lukla to refuel. The flight continues at 7:50 AM toward Everest Base Camp, flying over the Base Camp area and Kalapathar at 8:25 AM, passing Pheriche at 4200 meters. At 8:55 AM, the helicopter lands at Shangboche, Everest View Hotel, for an optional breakfast (weather permitting, no extra cost). The return flight departs between 9:35 and 11:40 AM, possibly stopping at Lukla for refueling depending on air traffic. Arrival at Kathmandu Airport is around 12:50 PM, followed by a 1:15 PM drive to the hotel. Timing may change due to weather.
60 min
Lukla
The helicopter makes a brief stop at Lukla airport to refuel. Lukla is the usual starting point for trekkers heading to Everest Base Camp.
10 min
Flyover Split Point
According to new government rules, the flight is mainly a flyover. If more than 3 passengers fly together, the group may be split, with 2 people flying first and 3 people afterward. The pilot decides the split point, which can vary. Safety is the priority, and adjustments to the procedure will be updated as needed.
Everest Base Camp
The flight passes over Everest Base Camp and Kalapathar, providing clear views of Mount Everest and surrounding peaks including Pumori, Lhotse, and Nuptse. Video and photo opportunities are available during the flyover. Landing at Kalapathar is optional, weather and pilot discretion apply and may incur additional cost.
Everest View Point
The helicopter lands at Hotel Everest View for an optional breakfast break lasting about 45 minutes, subject to weather conditions.
45 min
Return to Kathmandu
The helicopter returns to Kathmandu, flying either via Lukla or directly depending on fuel status. This leg takes about one hour. The pilot determines the route based on conditions and fuel availability.
60 min
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with Landing at Everest View Hotel
by Himalaya Holiday Service
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$3,100Overview
This helicopter tour from Kathmandu lasts about 4 to 5 hours and includes shared group flights with up to five passengers and one pilot. The flight departs early morning from Kathmandu airport after hotel pickup and check-in, heading first to Lukla airport for a brief refuel stop. From Lukla, the helicopter continues flying over the Everest Base Camp and Kalapathar areas, offering clear views of Mount Everest and nearby peaks such as Pumori, Lhotse, and Nuptse. The flight includes an optional landing at Hotel Everest View for breakfast, weather permitting. After the stop, the return flight goes back to Kathmandu, either via Lukla or directly, depending on fuel requirements. The pilot decides the exact route and the flight schedule may vary due to weather conditions. The helicopter used is a strong and safe Airbus H125 model, flown only on suitable weather days. If weather prevents flying, a full refund is provided. The operator requests flexible travel dates to allow rescheduling if needed. Included are a pre-trip briefing the day before, hotel pickup and drop-off, and expert consultation. Passengers must carry a passport copy (a photo on a phone is acceptable) and dress warmly for temperatures around 0 degrees Celsius or below at higher altitudes. National park fees, taxes, and meals are not included. Passengers weighing over 100 kg should notify the operator after booking.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Kathmandu
The tour begins with a 5:30 AM transfer from the hotel to Kathmandu Airport for check-in at the helicopter counter (passport required). The helicopter (AIRBUS H125 Eurocopter 350) departs at 6:30 AM to Lukla Airport. At 7:30 AM, it stops at Lukla to refuel. The flight continues at 7:50 AM toward Everest Base Camp, flying over the Base Camp area and Kalapathar at 8:25 AM, passing Pheriche at 4200 meters. At 8:55 AM, the helicopter lands at Shangboche, Everest View Hotel, for an optional breakfast (weather permitting, no extra cost). The return flight departs between 9:35 and 11:40 AM, possibly stopping at Lukla for refueling depending on air traffic. Arrival at Kathmandu Airport is around 12:50 PM, followed by a 1:15 PM drive to the hotel. Timing may change due to weather.
60 min
Lukla
The helicopter makes a brief stop at Lukla airport to refuel. Lukla is the usual starting point for trekkers heading to Everest Base Camp.
10 min
Flyover Split Point
According to new government rules, the flight is mainly a flyover. If more than 3 passengers fly together, the group may be split, with 2 people flying first and 3 people afterward. The pilot decides the split point, which can vary. Safety is the priority, and adjustments to the procedure will be updated as needed.
Everest Base Camp
The flight passes over Everest Base Camp and Kalapathar, providing clear views of Mount Everest and surrounding peaks including Pumori, Lhotse, and Nuptse. Video and photo opportunities are available during the flyover. Landing at Kalapathar is optional, weather and pilot discretion apply and may incur additional cost.
Everest View Point
The helicopter lands at Hotel Everest View for an optional breakfast break lasting about 45 minutes, subject to weather conditions.
45 min
Return to Kathmandu
The helicopter returns to Kathmandu, flying either via Lukla or directly depending on fuel status. This leg takes about one hour. The pilot determines the route based on conditions and fuel availability.
60 min
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.