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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

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About this experience

This Helicopter tour offers you a chance to explore Everest in a very short time. It offers you all the magnificent views of the region where the paramount attraction of this helicopter tour to Mt. Everest is Mt Everest. Our helicopter tour to Mt. Everest Base camp starts from Tribhuvan international airport where Helicopter will take off with you towards Lukla and further to Everest base camp and Kalapatthar. The tour takes around 3 hours for its completion.  The flight will take you to see Everest base camp and Kalapatthar that offers you the stunning views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal, Mt. Manaslu, Mt Cho-yu, Mt. Lhotse, Jugal Himal etc.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr–4 hr

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Everest B. C. Helicopter Tour
Helicopter Flight
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr–4 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 3 hr–4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off only from Domestic Airport
  • Landing and facility fees
  • Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)

Not included

  • Optional Breakfast
  • National Park fees-NPR 3000 per person
  • Local Government Tax- NPR 2000 per person
  • Airport Tax NPR 1000 per person paid at airport

Itinerary and highlights

Transfer from hotel to Kathmandu Airport/ Helipad
06:15 AM:

Check-in at Helicopter counter (please bring passport photo copy only)

Flight to Lukla airport by Helicopter

Drop some Return fuel at Lukla airport

Flight towards Khumbu glacier and Everest Base camp, follow the river Dudhkoshi.

Fly to Everest Base Camp & Land at Kala Patthar 5555m viewpoint for photos/video.

Flight to Mt. Everest View Hote stop & have the optional Breakfast (subject to weather).

Ride back to Kathmandu/ may stop at Lukla for fuel.
Arrival at Kathmandu Domestic Airport
Drive to the hotel.
End of Tour

Meeting and pickup information

  • We pick up all travelers inside the city area. Outside city area extra fee will be charge as per distance (KM).

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Master Himalaya Treks and Expedition

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A maximum of XX people per booking Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr–4 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We pick up all travelers inside the city area. Outside city area extra fee will be charge as per distance (KM).
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–12; Youth tickets: age 13–18; Adult tickets: age 19+; Senior tickets: age 36+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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