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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with landing from Kathmandu

Mt. Everest heli tourKalapathar at 5,545 meters

About this experience

Create lasting memories in the Himalayas with your loved ones. Book our Exclusive Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour for special occasions like honeymoons, proposals, anniversaries, birthdays, and more. Experience breathtaking aerial views of Mount Everest on this scenic helicopter flight. The tour starts from Kathmandu with an early morning hotel pick-up and a flight to Lukla. After refueling, enjoy a flight over Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,192ft) for panoramic Himalayan views. Return to Hotel Everest View for breakfast before flying back to Kathmandu.

Itinerary:
Meet at Kathmandu Domestic Airport
Helicopter flight to Lukla (approximately 45 minutes)
Lukla to Pheriche (Group separates for shuttle from Pheriche)
Fly over Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Area
Fly from Pheriche and land at Hotel Everest View (1-hour breakfast at Everest)
Return flight to Kathmandu via Lukla after refueling
Group joining flights do not include a landing at Kala Patthar or Base Camp.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr–6 hr

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Private Heli Tour with Landing
Private helicopter tour for your group only. Landings at Kala Patthar and Everest View Hotel.
Pickup included
New Year Offer 2027
Group Sharing Flight
Pickup included
With Kalapattar Landing 5545M
Group Flight with Landing: Group sharing (upto 5 pax) with a landing at Kala Patthar & HEV. Shuttle flights from Pheriche are required due to altitude..
Pickup included
Group Sharing - Flyover
Group sharing up to 5 pax: Group sharing flights include a 1-hour breakfast stop at Hotel Everest View and a flyover of Kala Patthar and Base Camp.
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr–6 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 4 hr–6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • All applicable taxes and company service charges
  • Shared charter helicopter (up to 5 pax) – Everest Base Camp Flyover & return to Kathmandu
  • Private Airport pickup and drop-off from your hotel
  • Landing at Everest View Hotel for 1 hour for breakfast
  • Flight insurance, emergency oxygen, and safety equipment

Not included

  • Food and drinks during the trip
  • Breakfast at Everest View Hotel
  • Sagarmatha National Park & Khumbu Rural Municipality entry fee
  • Personal expenses, tips, or gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

Early in the morning (at around 5.45am), we shall pick you up from your hotel then transfer to the domestic section of the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. After completing, the airport formalities, we shall then drive to the helipad and fly to Lukla (the first stop) for re-fueling. The real adventure starts after Lukla flying towards the Everest region crossing over Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche (the Everest Base Camp trail) and witnessing world's highest mountains series like Amadablam, Thamserku, Cho-oyu then finally towards the Mt. Everest. The helicopter will fly over the Everest Base Camp and the Khumbu Glacier (from where Mt. Everest expeditions starts). Afterwards, fly to Syangboche at the Hotel Everest View (3380 meters)- hotel at the world's highest point, have a breakfast with great mountain panorama including Mt. Everest in the background. Finally fly back to Kathmandu and drop-off at your hotel.

View from Hotel Everest View

Fly over Namche Bazaar

Fly over Tengboche

Fly to Base camp of Mt. Everest.

Fly over Syangboche airport.

Fly over Everest base camp (5,364m) and land at Kalapattar (5545m/18192ft)

We pick up from Kathmandu City.

We pick up from Kathmandu City.

We will pick up from Boudha Nath Stupa Area

We will pick up from Bhaktapur Durbar Square Area

We will pick up from Kathmandu City

We will pick up from Kathmandu Valley.

We will pick up from Kathmandu!

Meeting and pickup information

  • Pick-up from inside the Kathmandu City area

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Breakfree Adventures Pvt. Ltd.

Accessibility and practical details

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour is suitable for all ages
  • Departure everyday
  • Dress code: Warm clothing
  • If flight got canceled due to weather, we will try the next morning

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 4 hr–6 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pick-up from inside the Kathmandu City area
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 10+. 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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