Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour flight with landing at Hotel Everest view from Kathmandu and if a Private flight of 1-2 persons from Kathmandu also lands at Everest base camp Kalapathar view point so call us now.

Best Package offer for Everest base camp helicopter tour with cost of 2024 and 2025.

One-day activities of Mount Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour with Landing flights.

 The itinerary of the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with landing is flexible on dates and costs.

Private charter flight or sharing small group joining to minimize the Everest base camp helicopter tour cost please call us now. Embark on the flight of a lifetime to Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour, fly to Luka by Airbus H125 a Euro-copter 350 B3 helicopter, or Bell 407,  continue to Base camp and land at the viewpoint for Photos of Everest and many other Himalayas.

Plan of Mount Everest base camp Helicopter tour with flyover flight at Kalapathar and Base camp the expedition route of  Everest.

05:50 AM: Transfer from hotel to Kathmandu Airport Helipad - Elevation 1300 meters.

Our Everest base camp Helicopter tour guide and the driver receive you at the hotel. Then drive to the airport, before departing the hotel, please wear warm jackets, gloves, trousers, and sunglasses recommended. Carry water bottles, light snacks, and dry foods and if you take any regular medicine please keep it in your handbag. If you like to carry a packed breakfast can bring it with you. From the hotel to the airport distance of 15 to 20 minutes. Do not carry fire items in helicopter fights.

06:15 AM: Check-in at Helicopter counter (please bring a passport copy)

At the airport can expect a check-up and queue going through an X-ray machine.
Our Everest base camp helicopter staff will ask for passport copies, as well as weigh the body weight which is most important for landing a helicopter at base camp or near about close to the world’s tallest mountain. After getting the boarding pass security check and then entering the main waiting hall, might have to wait some time.

As the airlines announce the time of our flight and then proceed towards the helipad. At the Helipad waiting and making sure of the weather forecast towards Everest base camp, if it’s good enough to fly. As well as waiting to get permission from the airport tower, the captain will provide a safety briefing of the Helicopter flight.

Learn to handle the doors, and how to get in and out of the helicopter. Always use the front part of the helicopter for exiting and entering but Never go towards the tail of the chopper. When stopping at high altitude the captain does not turn off the engines, the seat arrangements keep changing taking turns to catch the best views. If you need oxygen ask our captain for emergency use.

06:40 AM: Flight to Lukla airport by Helicopter.

Elevation 2,800 meters/ 9,000 feet Take off time varies on different seasons, once the air traffic gives the authorization depending upon the promising weather forecast, and then taking off flying towards east. If the weather is clear grand views of Mt. Manaslu on the far west, with Mt, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and Dorje Lakpa. The flight offers more than views of Everest with a wide panorama of Himalayan peaks, you will be busy taking pictures of the stunning scenery of rolling green hills with farm terraces that are more than 3000 years making the terraces from one generation to another.
The high hills are covered in dense forests of rhododendrons, pines, and fir trees facing clusters of farm villages which draws your attention. The scenery of rivers and beautiful landscapes make you busy with the cameras. The chopper heads east after 15 minutes of flight with grand views of Mt. Gaurishankar and Melung-Tse peaks, which border Nepal and Tibet. Regarded as a holy mountain, where Nepal Standard and Greenwich Time Meriden pass through, the Nepal time follows with the early sunrise making it unique from the rest of the world. Similar to our national flag which is triangular shaped like the jagged Himalayas range. Once the Helicopter passes through the Lamjura-La high ridge at 3,500 meters (11, 000 feet) can catch a quick glimpse of Mt. Everest and Lhotse, an opportunity for pictures with the first look of Mt. Everest and surrounding giant peaks.
Slowly heading north to land at Luka town Tenzing and Hillary Airport at 2,800 meters high, a unique mountainous airstrip for landing and take-off. But the helicopter makes a safe and smooth landing, one of the highlights and charms of the flight.

07:40 AM: Unloading return fuel for the same helicopter at Lukla airport 10-12 minutes.

While the pilot and ground staff unload the fuel, you will have a brief time for refreshment and to use the restroom. Most hotels and lodges or public restrooms have small rooms for toilets, and please carry toilet paper with you. Can have an opportunity to witness the smaller planes landing and taking off, which will be impressive to catch with your cameras and take videos.
Luka is the starting and ending point for the Everest base camp of 2 weeks treks. Lucky that you are on an Everest base camp helicopter tour to experience the shortest way to land and enjoy. You may switch seats, We recommend that you wear a warmer dress not that we have a quick ascend, but from here onward the temperature gets much colder.

07:50 AM: Helicopter Flight towards Khumbu and Everest Base camp via the river Dudh-Kosi.

(If we are flying more than 3 persons or more than 250 kg we have to split the group from Pheriche and shuttle back and forth on the same helicopter.) Elevation 4, 200 meters/13, 00 feet.
Once taking off, follow the Dudh-Kosi River, which flows from the glaciers near Everest base camp, called Khumbu Glacier. Along the flight views of villages with many lodges and tea houses where trekkers and climbers follow the route within rhododendron and pine-forested trails. After a short time view of Namche Bazaar, Khumjung, and Phortse on the left side, from here onwards approaching view of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam in front.
On the left side views Mt. Cho-Oyu, the 6th world's highest peak, as Heli flies above famous and the largest, as well the highest Monastery of Tengboche.
A colorful religious festival is held called Mani-Rimdu, the celebration takes place in late October or in early November as per the Tibetan Buddhist Lunar calendar. The flight passes above Pangboche to reach Pheriche a reasonable size settlement with many nice hotels and lodges at the height of 4, 200 meters (13000 feet). 
The captain might land here to split the group of 2 people and 3 people dividing the weight of 250 kg or less. As the group can wait at Pheriche and enjoy taking photos and videos, the first group continues to Everest base camp by Helicopter. Whereas the same helicopter does the shuttle ferrying passengers back and forth.

08:25 AM: Helicopter Overfly the Everest Base Camp and  Kala Patter 5, 250 meters/ 17, 225 feet for photos and video of a lifetime experience.

The chopper proceeds above Thukla, with views of Cho-La pass on the left, Lobuche peak, and Lobuche small settlement with some lodges around. Views of the lofty peak of Mt. Pumori appear, and the flying over Khumbu glacier, and at Gorakshep the last settlement on route base camp. The helicopter tours above the Everest base camp where the Mountaineering Expedition set their tented camps.
During the high season of Expedition observe the climbers preparing their climbing and rest for acclimatization at the base camp, April and May are the busy time for expeditions. At the Everest base camp, there is no helipad due to the movement and activeness of the glacier. Where the pilot will make a nice flyover only as per the new rule of the government. At approx. 17, 225 feet, from this scenic area, enjoy majestic views of Mount Everest at a mere distance. Facing surrounding giant peaks of Nuptse, Khumbutse, Ama Dablam, and Pumori with an array of peaks. Enjoy taking photos and videos, the main highlight of the Everest base camp Helicopter over the fly tour. Mesmerizing views of a lifetime experience can ask another passenger to take photos. As well as each other, enjoy the moment for about 3 minutes, then the helicopter flies back to Pheriche to join with other co-passengers.

08:45 AM: Flight to Syangboche hill view-point - Mt. Everest View Hotel with options for Breakfast and refreshments. Elevation 3,880 meters/ 12, 000 feet.

On completing the Helicopter shuttles, the flight continues heading towards Hotel Everest View for an hour to relax and enjoy Breakfast or other warm refreshments. Famous and popularly called Everest for Breakfast. Enjoy the lifetime experience of having breakfast in the shade of the mighty peaks of Ama Dablam and Mt. Everest. The Hotel has facilities for free WiFi at present. This is one of the highest deluxe and luxury hotels probably in the world, established 50 years ago by a Japanese who loved this spot with a grand view of Mt Everest. Most trekkers and Helicopter passengers enjoy breakfast on the terrace facing a marvelous view of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Tawache, and Thamserku.

09:45 AM: Ride back to Kathmandu/ may stop at Lukla for fuel.

After an hour of free leisure and relaxing stop, then fly back to Lukla to refuel the helicopter and continue the joy ride back to Katmandu.

11:45 AM: Arrival at Kathmandu domestic airport.

Once reaching the airport, drive to the arrival section of the domestic terminal.

01:15 PM: Drive to hotel.

Our guide and driver will be at your disposal and receive you at the car parking area, welcoming you back. We will request feedback after a wonderful experience on Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. Enjoying amazing scenery and close views of Mt. Everest from the base of Kalapathar viewpoint. Hope everyone is happy that you joined on this amazing Helicopter Tour and then check your Bucket list.

Note:- The timing of Helicopter flights might change due to weather conditions and Air traffic.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with landing flight is the most exhilarating and fascinating lifetime episode in Nepal Himalayas provides the nearest view of Mount Everest in a day. Everest base camp helicopter tour with landing flight begins from Kathmandu to Lukla airport with an hour ride and unload fuel ground time of 5 minutes. Lukla to Mt. Everest base camp Kala Patthar by helicopter flight time of 10 minutes and flyover time of 10 minutes. Kala Patthar to Mt. Everest view hotel with a helicopter 12-minute ride and landing time 55 minutes for Breakfast. Hotel Everest view to Lukla to Kathmandu by Helicopter 65 minutes ride. Total EBC flight duration of 4.00 hours. Starting early (6:00 AM) from the hotel transfer to Kathmandu domestic air terminal for superb panoramic flight, comfortable seats with space for leg rooms, and large glass window where you can marvel at impressive scenery.

After getting in the chopper, where the captain might have a co-pilot sometimes depending upon the size of a group, having only one pilot where you can have the honor of sitting next to the captain facing commanding views in front. After a seating arrangement, we flew over Kathmandu Valley catching views of the Ganesh - Manaslu - Langtang and Jugal Himal range of peaks with Gaurishanker and Melung Tse peaks. As the flight swirls above rolling green hills past Dolkha village around Jiri village heading past Lamjura-la pass of 3,560 m high covered in thick alpine forest of rhododendron-magnolia-pines and oaks trees, our air journey continues for about 45 minutes from the take-off. Flying high with awesome views of the Himalayan chain of mountains including Mt. Everest and then landing at Lukla's unique airstrip known as Tenzing & Hillary Airport tribute to legendary mountaineers who first conquered Mt. Everest on May 29th, 1953.

At Lukla where the chopper lands for refueling as well for refreshment in an excellent lodge with fine restaurants and bakeries, there with time to observe local Sherpa traditional life interwoven with Buddhist culture. Lukla at an altitude of 2,820 m. high, a door to various Everest trekking-mountaineering and other adventure walks, after ten minutes stops then flies high into Dudh Kosi River gorge in between Kwangde and Kusum Kanguru with Thamserku peaks, as the chopper whirls high above Namche Bazaar. Flying over with a view of the famous colorful Namche Bazaar where the busy Saturday Market takes place every week, Namche is the hub and main Sherpa capital of the Khumbu region within Everest.

The flight continues higher facing an awesome panorama of snow peaks with Mt. Everest and majestic Amadablam and then landing (only special flights with extra cost) at scenic Thyangboche near its famous old Buddhist monastery. A charming spot surrounded by snow-capped peaks with close views of Amadablam- Everest and other peaks, located within the green forest. Time permitting visit the famous monastery where you can observe monks and priests in prayer halls, where climbers and mountaineers receive blessing from the high priest for a safe and successful climb on Everest and other high peaks. From Thyangboche flight continues towards Mt. Everest Base Camp above the beautiful Khumbu valley surrounded by the world's highest peaks and then landing at Kalapathar near Gorakshep at above 5,180 m high, This place once an original base camp, located beneath the lofty peak of Pumori and Kalapatthar rocky viewpoint hill.

After a brief stop helicopter flies towards Everest Base Camp above the moraine and ice to reach base camp, here Enjoy the view of the tumbling and notorious Khumbu Ice Fall and glaciers. After a marvelous and exciting time with an adventure of a lifetime experience retrace the air journey back to Kathmandu with a glorious memorable time on a Helicopter flight to Mt. Everest Base Camp.

Everest base camp Helicopter tour with landing at hotel Everest view flight FAQ

1. Q.1

   How high does Helicopter go during mount Everest base camp helicopter tour ?

   From above 3,000 m to 6,000 m, but in certain circumstances, the Everest base camp helicopter tour has flown above 6,100 meters on a rescue operation at Everest and other mountains. Further above 4,000 m due to low air pressure, the pilot can fly with less number of passengers, making the chopper lighter to fly above the limit and average heights.

2. Q.2

   Can Everest base camp Helicopter tour take a helicopter to the top of Mount Everest?

   This Airbus Euro-copter 350 B3 model helicopter had a test flight and landed on the top of Mount Everest. Commercial flights overfly at Kalapathar and Everest base camp not at the summit of Mount Everest, after acquiring special permission; it also depends on the weather and best view areas, where sometimes could be hard to fly while windy and cloudy might bother the flight. But we will try our best to fulfill your promise and dreams from our side.

3. Q.3

   How many hours can Everest Base camp helicopter tour stay at base camp of Everest ?

   The helicopter flyover at Everest base camp for 5 minutes only from Pheriche. Depending upon the weather pattern and busyness and activeness at base camp, base camp will be full of tents for different groups during the high season for climbing. Staying longer is a risk of altitude.

4. Q.4

   Do we have enough time at Everest base camp during Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour?

   Only for a short while to be there and to catch the views for a minimum of 10 minutes which is quite enough time for you to enjoy the beautiful sights and scenery of rugged mountains and glaciers. Due to the high altitude threat, a longer time is not recommended. But at the hotel Everest View, we stay up to an hour if the weather permits.

5. Q.5

   Who leads the Everest base camp helicopter tour and are they well trained and experienced?

   No doubt about it, all our guides and pilots are experts and professionals in this line of the job with more than two decades of experience leading worldwide customers showing the wonders of the Himalayas with full knowledge of flora-fauna, local culture, and history with the traditional life of the villagers including Eco-tourism and responsible tourism caring, preserving and respecting local culture and saving the pristine environment from destruction. All our pilots and field staff are well trained with medical knowledge and can help you when an emergency arises with proper care and assurance will treat you with medical know-how if it's serious they are well equipped to call for helicopter services for emergency evacuation.

6. Q.6

   How is the Breakfast at Hotel Everest view during this Everest Base camp helicopter tour?

   The Everest Helicopter breakfast will be hygienic as the cook and kitchen are well versed in hygiene and ecotourism in lodges we have cooked to supervise and maintain the food quality as well. If time is a problem on a Helicopter flight to stop in a local lodge, you carry a packed lunch to save time during a helicopter Flight to Everest Base Camp. The hotel Everest View has a set menu costing USD 31 per person. They serve Egg items, Bread items, sausages, tea coffee, and Juice options.

7. Q.7

   Is drinking water available during Mount Everest base camp helicopter tour?

   On every trip on a Helicopter flight, we serve you safe drinking water, whereas purifying tablets and processes do not work 100 % in Himalayan hard water, due to high mineral contains like manganese-bi-carbonate and iron. People can buy bottled water (but it is an expense and also not good for Eco-tourism as it creates rubbish with plastic bottles).

8. Q.8

   Do you offer Money Worth and Best Value for Everest helicopter flight with flyover without Any Hidden / Extra Cost?

   Every company has its own policy dealing with wide-world customers regarding the price cost of the trip, with more people in the group is much better for the company and as well for interested members as the trip cost will be much better depending upon the size of the group. 3-4 persons are much better for each individual and the company lower the price of the helicopter Flight and expenses during the day on refreshments and lunch. Yes, we do offer you money worth of the best services in all our helicopter flights with no hidden cost.

   Depending upon the Company’s policy and norms the trip cost is reasonable, there is no hidden extra charge.

9. Q.9

   How can I book and secure my seat on this helicopter flight to Everest base camp?

   First send the advance trip payment to our company in our Bank account provided where you must fill in forms with details of your passport with expiration dates, most importantly the trip of your choice, and then send a transfer minimum of 10 % advance trip payment, which is non-refundable to secure your booking well in advance. Upon receiving your details of the following document like a passport with scanned or photocopy, of with booking forms, then we will send you a full confirmation letter with a deposit as well a receipt of advance trip payment. You can contact us for direct transfer to deposit in our bank account and as with Credit Card payment, we do accept Visa / Master Card or any other safe and widely used Credit Card with an extra 04 % surcharge as a levy charge. We also accept PayPal and online payment as well.

10. Q.10

    I am a solo traveler, may I join a group for mount Everest helicopter tour ? Or helicopter day tour of Everest (stopping at the base camp) ?

    Yes, we have formed a sharing group so all solo or couple travelers can contact us and join our existing group. Allow flexible dates and let us know your preferred date too. Sharing flights helps to reduce the cost of helicopter flights to Mount Everest base camp.

    For a single person, the cost comes slightly higher than for a private charter so one can join in with other groups of passengers. Not exceeding more than 05 people.

11. Q.11

    Can you take a helicopter to Everest base camp ? or helicopter day trip to Everest from Kathmandu ?

    Yes, we can fly by Helicopter and land at the Mount Everest base camp from April till the end of May.

12. Q.12

    Can I Fly to Everest base camp by helicopter in the morning and take our international flight after 1 PM?

    Yes, we will be back in Kathmandu by noon so After 4 PM flights work perfectly.  Everest Base Camp helicopter flight finishes by noon. you can take any domestic flight after 2 Pm easily.

13. Q.13

    How far is the Kathmandu International and Domestic Airport ?

    Only 7 minutes walking distance or 2 minutes drive.

14. Q.14

    How much does it cost to Fly to the Mount Everest base camp by a Helicopter ?

    We have a sharing flight option for those who wish to share the cost or we have a private chartered flight at a reasonable cost. Please contact our team for this flight.

15. Q.15

    Can we be picked up from Everest Base camp to Lukla by helicopter ? or from Gorekshep to kathmandu?

    Yes, we pick you up from Everest Base Camp or Gorakshep or Kalapather or Lobuche or any other place like the Gokyo Lake area and drop you to Lukla as you wish or even to Kathmandu with the best budget cost. For the best price please call us.

16. Q.16

    Do you arrange rescue service by co-coordinating with our insurance company?

    Yes, we can communicate with your Insurance company and arrange rescue/air ambulance service/helicopter charter from the Everest base camp region.

17. Q.17

    Do you carry oxygen tanks in case of emergency in Everest Baze camp Helicopter flight ?

    Yes, a light and portable oxygen cylinder is available in case of emergency.

18. Q.18

    Is there any helicopter ride to Everest base camp and summit, of land on the ground of the peak ? and stay at the top ?

    Our Everest base camp Helicopter ride lands at the highest point of the base camp called  Kalapather, We fly over at the Khumbu Ice Falls the biggest glacier in the region. There is no helicopter going to the top of Everest for commercial reasons. For rescue purposes, we can fly up to the 3rd camp of Mount Everest.

19. Q.19

    Can we / I charter a private helicopter tour to base camp of mount Everest for family's private trip ?

    Yes, we provide a charter chopper service to the Mount Everest base camp. Our price for a private helicopter cost is very reasonable and fair. We guarantee the best cost and service with our experienced pilots and guides. If you share the helicopter it costs cheaper based on 5 pax sharing persons, if you want to charter a private Helicopter it costs a little bit higher. For the discounted price please contact us.

    Can join in a group on the wonderful scenic joy ride.

    Just contact us and we will organize and arrange depending upon the situation and availability of the helicopter.

20. Q.20

    Does weather affect the helicopter flight tour to Mount Everest Base camp ?

    Certainly, weather plays an important role in the Helicopter tour to operate, mainly on landing and take-off.

    Weather in Mount Everest is hard to predict, we call local people and get a live update. During monsoons, it might affect but usually, the early morning flights are beautiful.

21. Q.21

    Can anyone trek to Everest base camp and return by Helicopter either from Kalapathar or base camp or Gorekshep or Lobuche or Pheriche?

    Yes, Trek slowly to Mount Everest base camp and call us for a Helicopter pick-up service, no need to walk back the same way down.

22. Q.22

    Is it possible to take helicopter flight from Lukla or Namche to Everest base camp or vice versa ?

    Yes, we have all the options for these flights on our scheduled flight dates and Need to confirm one day before the flight. We pick you up by helicopter after you complete the Everest base camp trek - this is also called the Everest base camp helicopter trek. Call us on this number for this service +977 98512 14548.

23. Q.23

    What happens if there is bad wind ?

    If bad wind- safety first so can't land at Kalapather Everest base camp.  If the wind is worse captain will fly over only and still, you see a nice view. Thank you for your understanding and co-operation.

24. Q.24

    How much does it cost by helicopter to Mount Everest base camp ?

    Mount Everest base camp helicopter tour cost with hotel Everest view landing flight is USD 1299 per person, extra cost of USD 45 each for Everest National Park, Breakfast at hotel Everest view cost USD 31 per person.

25. Q.25

    How far is the trek to Everest Base Camp? Can I reruen by Helicopter ?

    It is 90 90-mile round trip from Lukla to Mount Everest base camp, 45 miles each way. 10 to 12 days for trekking. And allow a couple of days of acclimatization. Do not trek continuously. Once you are at base camp we can pick you up by helicopter to Lukla or Kathmandu. If you have less time and looking for a day adventure to Base camp then book a Helicopter in private or shared with an existing group.

26. Q.26

    How long do we stop at Kalapathar for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour?

    For 10 to 15 minutes, just to feel the altitude on the ground and catch the glorious close views of Mt. Everest and adjoining peaks at a near distance.

27. Q.27

    Is the cost fully refundable in case if the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour get canceled?

    Yes, if it is due to weather depending upon the company’s rules and policy, but a small charge will be deducted for the transportation to and from the hotel airport and vice-versa.

28. Q.28

    What are the weight limit of Everest base camp helicopter tour?

    Average 70 to 90 kg or a maximum of 200 pounds, carrying only needful smaller items for a 3-4 hours trip. We follow safety first so we count all weight.

29. Q.29

    How many person can fly to Everest base camp by helicopter ?

    Depending upon the weight of each person, the average seat capacity is for a maximum of 5 people. For more than 5 person needs to shuttle from Kathmandu or Lukla, Pheriche.

30. Q.30

    Why is it called Everest base camp helicopter tour?

    The helicopter even if it does not land exactly at the specific base camp of  Everest, but do the short round around. As base camp does not have a proper Helipad, due to the movement of glaciers every season of the year. In precise it is not safe, but lands at a grand viewpoint where one can enjoy the closest views of Mt. Everest at a mere distance. From base camp Everest is not visible, obstructed by other giant peaks.

31. Q.31

    Why helicopter does not land at Everest base camp?

    Due to safety precautions, as Everest base camp does not have proper or safe landing space. In the past few decades, a small Helipad existed but keeps on changing due to the movement of glaciers. Rockfalls, landslides, and avalanches can happen anytime. The other reason for Everest base camp is the view of Mt. Everest is hidden by other peaks.

32. Q.32

    What is helicopter shuttle for Everest base camp helicopter tour?

    The shuttle trip happens due to the weight limit flying at high altitudes, the lighter the chopper can fly much higher. With 4-5 passengers, the Helicopter needs to shuttle from a safe altitude like Pheriche, which is just a 10-minute ride to the exact point and highlight landing of the trip.

33. Q.33

    How many people can fly from Everest base camp by Helicopter at one time?

    We follow the safety first rule, so only 2 passengers fly from Everest base camp by helicopter, for more passengers we have to fly multiple times to Pheriche or a nearby helipad at a lower elevation. Also from Gorakshep, we can fly 2 people at a time.

34. Q.34

    What are the age limit on Everest base camp helicopter tour?

    From a minimum of 5 to 75 years old, depending upon the fitness and medical history background. As well as having Medical Insurance.

35. Q.35

    Can Helicopter land at mount Everest base camp ?

    Yes, Helicopters can land(only in season April - May) at Everest base camp. Air Bus H125 model Helicopter has the best performance and we use this model to fly to Mount Everest and land easily, we carry 3 people or 250 kg at a time to land at the base camp. please call us in advance to make landing arrangements for helicopters.

    Depending upon the availability of level space to land for a chopper, it can land but not be safe and secure, due to mass boulders, rocks, and glaciers. Where rock falls and avalanches can take any time, that might create havoc for the chopper as well as for the passengers.

    From mid-April till the End of May, we have a temporary helipad for Expedition teams, It needs regular maintenance as it is made on the moving glaciers. We can land here for the unique experience by helicopter to Everest.

    Trekkers and experienced mountaineers, as well as the local native Sherpa, suggested and recommended the Helicopter to land at Kalapatthar. Due to its close distance from Everest base camp, including superb views of Mount Everest and the surrounding Himalayas. Also one of the best and safest places to land and take off.

36. Q.36

    How many people can land at Kalapathar at one time during Everest base camp helicopter tour ?

    Depending upon the pilot’s decision and wind current and air pressure, on average will be 2-3 people(250 kg) as per the size the weight of each person. The rest need to be grounded at Pheriche, enjoying leisure time and having refreshments till the next round of shuttles arrives to enjoy the close looks of Mt. Everest.

37. Q.37

    Is it possible to land at Kalapathar for 10 minutes ?

    Yes, it is possible to stop at Kalapathar for 10 minutes, depending upon the weather, time permitting as per the pilot’s decision. Can get very windy sometimes with a cold wind-chill factor especially from 11 a.m. onward.

    The only spot that is close to Everest base camp, it offers a mind-blowing panorama of towering peaks with grand views of Mt. Everest at a close distance. The safest landing spot as well for spectacular views. Safety first so less time is better not to get any sickness.

38. Q.38

    How can a middle seat passenger can enjoy the view when there are 5 persons on board for Everest basecamp helicopter?

    One can switch seats when required during landing only, but one can have views from the middle seat too, as the chopper has big glass windows for clear views. We split passengers after 13000 Feet (4300 meters ) place called Pheriche, Once we do a double shuttle and fly 2 people and 3 people at a time, all passengers get guaranteed window seats for the actual Base camp part for this Everest Helicopter flight tour. The primary mountain flight is Pheriche to Everest Base camp and you are here on the window.
    

39. Q.39

    Is the Mount Everest Base camp Helicopter tour safe?

    Everest base camp helicopter tour is very safe when conducted by reputable and experienced operators who prioritize safety. However, it's crucial to keep in mind that helicopter tours in mountainous and high-altitude regions like Everest base camp come with inherent risks, and safety should be the top priority for both the operator and the passengers.
    Here are some factors that contribute to the safety of an Everest base camp helicopter tour.

    Experienced pilots: Make sure the tour company employs well-trained and experienced pilots who are familiar with the region's challenging flying conditions.
    Regular maintenance: Reputable tour operators follow strict maintenance schedules for their helicopters to ensure they are in excellent working condition.
    Weather conditions: Weather in the Everest region can be unpredictable and rapidly changing. A responsible operator will prioritize safety over profit and cancel or reschedule flights if weather conditions are not suitable for flying.
    Altitude precautions: Flying at high altitudes poses unique challenges, such as decreased air pressure and oxygen levels. Ensure that the tour operator has safety protocols in place to mitigate altitude-related risks.
    Briefings and safety measures: A responsible operator will provide passengers with safety briefings and ensure they follow all necessary safety measures during the tour.
    Insurance: Confirm that the tour operator provides adequate insurance coverage for both the helicopter and passengers in case of any unforeseen events.
    Reviews and reputation: Check online reviews and testimonials from previous customers to gauge the operator's reputation and commitment to safety.

    As with any adventure activity, there are inherent risks, and it's essential to be informed and make responsible choices when deciding to take an Everest base camp helicopter tour. Always choose a well-established and reputable operator that prioritizes safety to increase the likelihood of a safe and enjoyable experience.

Everest Helicopter Flight Tour Notes The Flying hours and brief stopover depend upon the weather and the pilot's decision, whether it's perfect for stops and landing at villages or Everest base camp, as the Himalayan weather can be unpredictable sometimes during late afternoon times. We will try our best to cover important highlights stops on this Helicopter trip as much as possible providing you with extra time to witness local culture and visit monasteries, as mentioned above with full 4 to 5 hours of enchanting and enjoyable time in our Helicopter Flight to Everest Base Camp.

Everest Helicopter model Helicopters in commercial operation and activities: In Nepal, we have two different types of helicopters presently operating in the private sector: AS350b3e/ series of helicopters which are manufactured by Euro copter, France and are very popular all over the world. It is regarded as one of the most versatile helicopters and is suitable for mountain flying and all types of helicopter missions. Following are its features: Fail-Safe Design – Comfortable Seating Arrangements – 5 seats excluding Pilot – Suitable for all types of helicopter missions, and can fly up to an altitude of 23,000 feet or above 7,000 m. Another helicopter is famous Made is the Russian  MI Seventeen. It has a huge body and can carry 21 people or 309 tons of cargo. MI-17s can fly in high altitudes well more than 5200 meters, &  have been famous for landing at Everest Base Camp -EBC. Largest Helicopter offers excellent utility and reliability service under perfect conditions which are usually chartered for bigger groups or large cargo.

Safety Notes for Everest Base Camp Helicopter  :

The top priority on the Everest Base Helicopter tour is precautionary measures for a safe and enjoyable flight. Having the best expert pilots, with great experience around the mountainous region and at Everest base camp. Besides, professional pilots, the helicopters are of the latest models, tested several times before operating commercial flights. 

The load limit and capacity are strictly taken care of and supervised before taking off from respective Helipads. In case of emergency, the pilot will make its best effort to reach safe and sound areas. In case of maximum occupied seats of more than 4-5 people, the pilot will decide to drop off the passengers. At certain heights and safe places, and doing shuttle back and forth for a safe and enjoyable flight for all.  

•  Wear seat-belt during flight
• Never leave the assigned seats during board. Sometimes the pilot needs to re-position the helicopter even after touching down the helipad.
• Do not throw any objects from the helicopter during the flight.
• Never smoke unless the Captain indicates that it is safer to do.
• Do not change or stand from your allocated seat.
• Do not go to the tail side of the helicopter for any reason and anywhere, we do not turn off Helicopter engines in higher altitudes.

Let the pilot see you! Always enter and exit the helicopter from the side or front. Thank you for your co-operation.

Sharing Vs Private Everest helicopter flight with landing

Most people enjoy a private charter Everest base camp helicopter flight tour of a minimum of 1-2 pax and enjoy the views in the comfort of spacious seats. On a sharing basis although the cost comes lower as you fly on a Helicopter flight to Everest base camp. Sometimes to get the best views one must exchange seats. 

On a private Everest Helicopter flight tour one makes the decision where and when to stop to take the photos. When a helicopter is lighter with a low load capacity it can fly much higher with fewer passengers. Must be aware of the reason for joining with other people or having pleasure with fewer passengers to share the delightful helicopter tour to Everest base camp.

Everest helicopter tour and weather for the flight

Weather & Climate at Mount Everest Base Camp:

The weather depends upon the season around Everest or other higher Himalayan belts, where Everest Base Camp can be visited all time of the year, however, the monsoon months of July to mid-September will be wet but much greener with heavy moisture, Do not plan in Monsoon weather. The best time will be from September till May, from March to June when wildflowers are in full bloom around 2,000 m to 3,000 m high and the tree lines and vegetation decline for rough arctic terrain, the temperature will be 15 to 20 degrees Celsius during the day with sunlight, morning and evening can be much cooler with a minimum of -5 to +05 degree Celsius not counting the wind chill factors. As the flight takes you to land at above 4,000 m temperature drops in the shade as well in the morning and evening time, The day will be clear with strong sunlight and UV (due to drops in oxygen and air pressure at high elevations), where you need a strong sunscreen to avoid sunburn in direct sunlight.

Mid-September to December will be the clearest weather but with short days minimum of -05 to -10 degrees Celsius in the morning and night time with a maximum of 15-20 degrees during the day in full sunlight, also depending upon the altitude and areas of a visit. December to March will be the coldest months with chances of snows with a minimum of -10 to -15 degrees Celsius and with a maximum of 15-18 degrees Celsius without a wind chill factor, however, most of the daytime will be clear with fine blue sky.

Everest base camp helicopter tour to Lukla

Alternative options of Everest base camp Helicopter tour with a landing. we have a few other choices for those who want to experience the Everest region differently. We pick up you from Lukla airport on the way and continue to Everest base camp and land at Kalapather, then have breakfast at the hotel Everest View and back to Lukla and Kathmandu. If you are trekking in Namche or Tengboche to Pheriche or Lobuche or Gorakshep or Everest base camp, we pick you up from any place where there is Helipad, then drop you in Lukla or fly you to Kathmandu. Many trekkers wish to take a chopper ride at group sharing cost so we provide that service. Feel free to ask for any options and call us at +977 9851214548.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour and Clothing to wear

WATERPROOFS: Down Jacket (windproof) and trousers (be ready for freezing point) SUN HATS: Cap SCARF: Silk/Nylon, useful for keeping the sun and dust SUNGLASSES GOGGLES: Essential to get a pair which cuts out 100% UV rays SUNSCREEN CREAM: High protection factor [20 or higher] or high altitude glacier cream due to thin air the U/V is stronger in the sun. LIP SLAVE/ LABIAL: Protection for the lips with sunscreen WATER BOTTLE: half liter TOILET ITEMS: Paper CAMERA GEAR: batteries, memory card. (Please do not bring a tripod) Sneakers shoes are fine with warm shocks.

Everest Base camp Helicopter flight tour and COVID safety measures

COVID safety measures to follow protocols for Everest Base camp Helicopter tour:

Good news to all wide-world travelers visiting Nepal, where safety measures are easy and much more flexible. Past few years there have been strict protocols to follow, but since last autumn of 2022, Nepal has been safe with a very minimum case of COVID-19.

Travelers interested in all types of holidays in Nepal can enter, having medical documents should be immunized against COVID-19.   
All passengers must be fully vaccinated or must present a PCR test report that is negative.

We sanitize our Everest base camp helicopter regularly. All our staff wear masks and we request all passengers to wear masks if one has no mask we provide them. We have sanitizers available at any time for our passengers.

If you have any flu-related symptoms please inform us. If your trip is cancelled due to COVID you get a full refund.

Why fly to Everest by Helicopter and do multiple landing

Culture, Religion of Sherpa's the Highlanders & History of Everest:

Visitors on Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour might be curious about the true inhabitants of Everest and the high Khumbu area. Although on this sky tour, chances of observing local cultures are small, depending upon if time and weather permit.

As well as the pilot decision, however, provides information regarding the culture and religion of Sherpa. The Sherpa follows strong Tibetan Buddhism known as Nyingma (literally 'old school') is the oldest form of Tibetan Buddhism. The age-old heritage culture and customs are similar to its Tibetan predecessors, the word Sherpa comes from the Tibetan language.

‘Sher as East and Pa as people, so Sherpa are eastern people of Tibet who migrated into Nepal's high Himalayas. Around 500 years ago, and known as the highlanders of Everest, the menfolk were natural mountaineers. The pioneers as mountain guides guiding foreign adventures before Tenzing and Hillary summited on top of Mt. Everest in the 1950s.         

The Sherpa’s are farmers and raise livestock, Since the influx of foreign visitors the Sherpa’s livelihood is dependent on tourism. Every village is adorned with religious monuments called Stupas with old monasteries. The famous impressive monastery is at Tengboche on route Everest base camp. Mt. Everest for Sherpa is Chomolungma of Tibetan origin, and for Nepali, Sagarmatha in both languages means a ‘Great Mother’. In the early days before 1865 AD was known as Peak XV, and renamed Everest Tribute to Sir George Everest.  

The Everest height at 8,848 m, and the present elevation is 8,848.86 m high. 
Recently declared by Nepal and Chinese authorities just last few years in 2020. 

Location of Everest Base Camp & Khumbu Region:

Everest base camp falls within the district of Solu-Khumbu, Far North Mid-East Nepal around the Mahalangur Himalaya range. An aerial distance of 160 k.m. or approx. 100 miles from Kathmandu, the capital city and commercial hub of Nepal. 
Coordinates 27.9881° North and 86.9250° East, Mt. Everest also straddles the border between Nepal and Tibet / China. The most popular and easy assist to Everest and base camp is from Nepal with the southern face of Mt. Everest.

Regular flights operate daily in good seasons of the year to Lukla at Tenzing & Hillary Airport.
Constructed and completed in the mid-1970s, built by the Edmund Hillary Foundation, suitable for STOL aircraft (Short Take-Off and Landing). The regularly scheduled flight that operates is a Twin Otter, Dornier, or similar aircraft of 15 to 18 seated. Normal flight hours to Lukla Tenzing & Hillary Airport maximum of 35 minutes and in a helicopter 50 mins to an hour. 

Mt. Everest and Khumbu region fall within Sagarmatha National Park covering an area of 1,148 sq. k.m. Includes the world’s highest peaks Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, and Cho-Oyu with Mt. Pumori, Ama Dablam, Thermasarkhu, Kongde, Kantega, and Gyachung Kang. 

The park is designated as UNESCO World Heritage, enriched with exotic flora and fauna from Lukla onwards till Tengboche. The park with lovely dense forest of pine, hemlock, fir, juniper, and birch including various species of rhododendron. The forest is lively with wildflowers in seasonal bloom, from the springtime of March to May. The park habitats are Himalayan Thar, Ghoral, Serow, and musk deer, as well as snow leopard and Himalayan black beer rarely sighted. 

Direction for Everest heli tour with landing flight

The Everest helicopter tour starts from Kathmandu to Lukla flying east above Bhaktapur, Dhulikhel to Charikot, Jiri then Lukla and Basecamp. The above Solu to Lukla at high Khumbu region. From Lukla onwards above Dudh Koshi River valley, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Pheriche to Gorakshep.
Depending upon the space available and Everest base camp then flyover above Gorakshep, beneath high Kalapathar Hill and Mt. Pumori. The exact and favorable Everest Base camp helicopter tour flyover at the base of Kalapathar faces the mind-blowing views of Mt. Everest and its surrounding giant peaks.
Please note, from Everest base camp views of Mt. Everest are obstructed by Nuptse Lhotse and Lola peaks. The best and most mesmerizing view of Mt. Everest and the exact spot is the flyover.
Second optional Private Everest Base camp helicopter tour route with an extra cost - Kathmandu to Lukla to Gokyo Lake landing and Chola pass then to Everest base camp and land at Kala Patthar viewpoint then to Hotel Everest view, after breakfast continue to Lukla and Kathmandu.
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