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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

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About this experience

We operate both Sharing as well as Private Tour. Its up to Passenger what they want and what their budget is. This tour Fulfill your dream to witness Everest in real as we land in base camp or Kalapatthar as per helipad condition.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr–6 hr

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Everest Base Camp
Duration: 5 hours
Everest Base Camp Helicopter
Helicopter
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr–6 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details

Set aside 4 hr–6 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

What is included

  • Everest helicopter flyover trip in Joining GROUP sharing 5-6 passengers and a pilot
  • Also send us mesage all your possible dates to join this flight, we fly you on a nice day
  • Multiple Landing points -Beautiful Views of landscapes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off - please give us hotel name and address then we give pick up time

Not included

  • Food and Drinks Optional Breakfast USD31 at Hotel Everest view, subject to weather condition
  • Maximum body weight limitation is 95Kg if the traveler is more then 100 kg need to pay extra
  • Compulsory National park, Airport tax & Khumbu village development fees Around 50 USD
  • Carry Passport copy (picture on phone also works)-no need original passport
  • Bring warm dress summer -5 degree Celsius, winter -10 degree Celsius for higher point only

Itinerary and highlights

Starts from Kathmandu airport for Everest base camp helicopter with fly over the highest viewpoint of Base camp area continues to Lukla airport by helicopter (AIRBUS H125) Eurocopter 350 Model. A quick stop at Lukla to drop fuel. Continue to Pheriche 4200 meter if we need to split passengers if 4-6 pax flying together. For the base camp part flight from 4200 meters.
5:30 AM: Transfer from the hotel to Kathmandu Airport
Check-in at the Helicopter counter (please bring passport)
06:30 AM: Flight to Lukla
07:30 AM: De-fuel at Lukla
07:50 AM: Flight towards Everest Base camp.
08:25 AM: Overfly(No landing) Kalapathar Everest Base Camp.
08:55 AM: Flight to Shangboche, Everest View Hotel(subject to weather) & have the optional Breakfast. One hour stop usually for food and views
09:35 AM: Ride back to Kathmandu/ may stop at Lukla for refuel
12:50 PM: Arrival at Kathmandu airport
01:15 PM: Drive to hotel.
Note:- The timing could change due to the weather

First, stop for fuel purposes. This is the airport where trekkers land and start the trek to Everest base camp.

This is the (OLD)splitting place if we have more than 3 pax flying together. we fly 2 people first, then 3 people so all get window seats guaranteed for this Everest base camp part only.
NEW:-
SPECIAL NOTE NEW ITINERARY OF GROUP SPLITTING PLACE AS PER THE NEW RULES BY THE GOVERNMENT WILL BE DIFFERENT AND ANYTHING NEEDS TO BE ADJUSTED WE UPDATE YOU.

Enjoy Beautiful Base camp tour. For the Best view of Mount Everest and other highest mountains, this Flyover gives a nice opportunity so take Videos and photos. we see mount Pumori, Lhotse, Nuptse and Mount Everest very clear.

Landing Breakfast point during Everest helicopter flight. Stop at Hotel Everest View(Subject to the Weather), Usually, we have one hour, and carry USD 31 per person for Set Breakfast.

Back to Kathmandu from Everest base camp by helicopter with landing, Hotel Everest view to Kathmandu via Lukla takes one hour. The captain can fly either via Lukla or directly depending on the fuel situation.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We Pick Up From hotels inside Kathmandu Valley. Must be within a 5km radius from Kathmandu International airport in Ring road or Thamel area.

Languages and tickets

  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Travel Pinto

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • not recommended for child less than 10 years old

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr–6 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We Pick Up From hotels inside Kathmandu Valley. Must be within a 5km radius from Kathmandu International airport in Ring road or Thamel area.
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 6+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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