About this experience
Experience the ultimate 3-hour Himalayan adventure from Kathmandu. Skip the grueling 12-day trek and soar directly into the heart of the Khumbu region on this 2026-updated Everest Helicopter Tour. This itinerary is designed for maximum visibility, featuring a fresh morning flight across a marvel array of giant, snow-capped mountains.
Witness the world's highest peak at close range with a guaranteed landing at Kala Patthar (5,545m)—offering better views than Base Camp itself. Complete your bucket-list morning with a scenic breakfast at Hotel Everest View, the highest altitude hotel on earth, situated in the shade of Mt. Everest (8848.86m).
Bucket List Landing: Touch down at Kala Patthar for the world’s most iconic photo spot of Mt. Everest.
Morning Flight Guarantee: Early departures ensure the clearest skies and best mountain photography.
Luxury Breakfast: Enjoy a hot meal at Hotel Everest View with panoramic 360-degree Himalayan vistas.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
What is included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- National Park fees
- Landing and facility fees
- Breakfast
- Airport/Departure Tax
- Local taxes
Not included
- Food and drinks, other than the "value added offers" specified in your guidebook
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
Itinerary and highlights
Himalayan snow-capped mountains from the start to an end on the scenic Heli flight, flight with impressive views where you can observe the scenery of Nepal wonderful landscapes with Mt. Everest at close distance with short stops for refreshment in the shade of world highest Mt. Everest.
Meeting and pickup information
- EncountersNepal dot com
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- EncountersNepal.com
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Dress code is smart casual
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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