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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with Kala Patthar Landing and Everest View Hotel

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  • Duration 1 Day
  • Destination Nepal
  • Trip Grade Easy
  • Starts at Kathmandu domestic Airport
  • Ends at Kathmandu domestic Airport
  • Max. Altitude 5,545 meters (Kalapatthar)
  • Activity Himalayas Sightseeing & Photography
  • Group Type Group Joining
  • Group Size 1 to 5
  • Best Season Spring and Autumn is suggested for better views
Highlights
  • Full refund if the tour is cancelled due to unsafe weather conditions
  • Land at Kalapatthar (5,545m), right in front of the world's highest mountain—stunning surroundings, perfect for photography and a once-in-a-lifetime experience
  • Helicopter landing at Everest View Hotel for amazing views
  • Fly over Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Glacier, Kalapatthar, Chola Pass, and Gokyo
  • Enjoy breathtaking landscape views of Everest from the helicopter in a short amount of time
  • Landings at Lukla, Kalapatthar, and Everest View Hotel
  • Scenic helicopter flight from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp with panoramic mountain views
  • Spectacular views of green alpine forests, rhododendron and pine trees, the Khumbu Icefall, and glaciers
  • Easy and secure online booking system
  • Lowest price guarantee
  • Scenic helicopter flight over some of the world's tallest mountains
  • An unforgettable helicopter journey—flying directly from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp, at the foot of the world's highest peak

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Overview

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is the most thrilling lifetime experience in Nepal, where you will land at Kalapatthar, one of the greatest viewpoints of the Everest Base Camp Trek. The helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp is a massive day tour to experience Everest in just one day. The Everest Helicopter Tour is the easiest way to reach Everest Base Camp. A trek to Everest Base Camp takes about 14 days; however, this helicopter tour cuts off all these days, and you can get to the base camp and be back in Kathmandu within a day. If you are interested in a helicopter tour combined with a trekking experience, then we have an amazing option for you, and that is the EBC Trek Helicopter Return to Kathmandu at the best price ever.

Among all the Helicopter Tours in Nepal, the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is the most famous activity preferred by our clients in Nepal. A helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp takes you close to the base of the world’s highest mountain, Mt. Everest (8,848 m). The Everest Helicopter Tour is a perfect option for travelers who want to experience Everest Base Camp within a limited time. In just a short period, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayas and find yourself close to Mount Everest.

Flying high from the green alpine forest of rhododendron pine to the arctic zone of ice glaciers, you will get to capture the unbelievable beauty of nature. The stunning aerial views of huge glaciers and blocks of ice, along with the notorious Khumbu Ice Falls between giant mountains, will blow your mind and imagination. The sight that only a few people get to see, the height that only a few people get to reach, and the feeling that only a few people get to feel- the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Landing at Kalapatthar- is a lifetime experience that will stay in your memories forever.

Along with outstanding scenic views, you will also get a chance to see beautifully terraced fields and verdant hills dotted with small villages from the helicopter. As the flight gets deeper into the Everest Region, you will get to see picturesque valleys, glacier lakes, and passes marked with chortens and colorful prayer flags. You could see panoramic views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku, Island Peak, Mt. Kongde, Mt. Pumori, and numerous other mountains.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour landing at Everest View Hotel begins in Kathmandu and takes you to the Lukla airport, where you will land for a few minutes for refueling. From Lukla, you will fly over Everest Base Camp, then approach toward Kalapatthar. We will land at Kalapatthar for 7 to 10 minutes and explore the nearby snow-capped mountains along with Mt. Everest. After exploring the area, the helicopter flight will take you to Everest View Hotel, one of the most famous and high-altitude hotels in the Everest Region. You will have a delicious breakfast at Everest View Hotel. This is the time you will get to see the unique lifestyle, culture, and traditions of the locals. After spending 30 to 40 minutes at Everest View Hotel, you will fly back to Kathmandu.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour offers the closest view of Mount Everest within a day from Kathmandu. Green Valley Nepal Treks assures you that it offers genuine prices and quality service. We will plan timing and activities during the office meeting carefully to let you enjoy every moment.

Comparing the cost of the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with the Everest Base Camp Trek, it is obviously on the expensive side. However, the experience you will get in hours of flight is worth every single moment. Our helicopter flight to the Everest Base Camp can accommodate up to 5 people with full window seats to enjoy marvelous views and scenery from the beginning to the end of the journey.

What to Expect during the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour?

  • Your unforgettable journey begins early in the morning from Kathmandu. As the helicopter lifts off, watch the city fade away and prepare for an extraordinary flight toward the world’s highest mountain.
  • Enjoy breathtaking aerial views as you enter the Everest region. Watch the landscape transform from green hills and valleys into dramatic Himalayan peaks, glaciers, and snow-covered mountains, with Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and Pumori rising before you.
  • The helicopter will make a short stop at Luklafor refueling purposes. The mountain airstrip and settlement give you a glimpse of life in the remote Everest region before continuing deeper into the Himalayas.
  • One of the highlights is flying over the legendary Everest Base Camp and Khumbu Glacier. From the helicopter, you can appreciate the incredible scale of the glacier, trekking trails, expedition routes, and surrounding peaks, an experience that is difficult to capture from the ground.
  • Depending on weather and safety, you will land at Kalapatthar for 7 to 10 minutes. Step out, breathe in the thin mountain air, and stand surrounded by some of the highest peaks on Earth while capturing once-in-a-lifetime photographs.
  • After the high-altitude experience, you will stop at Hotel Everest View in Syangboche. Enjoy breakfast or refreshments while looking directly toward Everest, a truly memorable way to experience the Himalayas without spending days trekking.
  • After exploring the Everest region from above, enjoy another spectacular flight back to Kathmandu. In just a few hours, you experience landscapes that normally take trekkers 12 to 18 days to reach, making the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour a time-saving, thrilling, and unforgettable Himalayan adventure.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Cost 2026 and 2027

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour costs start from USD 1240 per person and reach up to USD 1300 per person based on your requirements.

Everest Base Camp Shared Helicopter Tour Cost

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1 Person

USD 1300

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2 Persons

USD 1270 per person

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3 Persons

USD 1260 per person

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4 Persons

USD 1250 per person

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5 Persons

USD 1240 per person

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Everest Base Camp Private Helicopter Tour Cost: 

The price above is for a shared helicopter flight. If you'd prefer a private helicopter tour instead, we can arrange one on any day of your choice, departing from Kathmandu Airport—weather permitting. Please refer to the private helicopter pricing below:

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1 to 5 Pax

USD 6000 for up to 5 persons

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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Landing at Kalapatthar Route

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with landing is considered the best helicopter tour in Nepal so far, taking 3 to 4 hours to reach the Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu. However, the Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour starts early in the morning from Kathmandu, with breakfast at the Everest View Hotel, which is the highest deluxe hotel in the world at a height of 3,880 meters.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Phase One

The helicopter takes off from Kathmandu's domestic terminal towards Lukla Airport, and it takes you above Nagarkot, the alpine forest at Jiri, and terraced fields and finally lands at Lukla Airport to refuel and complete flight procedures.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Phase Two

After refueling at Lukla, we fly over the famous town of Namche Bazaar and then continue towards Kalapatthar. On the way, we will get to experience local settlements in the Khumbu regions of Tyangboche, Pangboche, Pheriche, and Dingboche. You will get to experience an aerial view of the snow-capped Himalayan range and the huge Khumbu glacier. Finally, you will land at the Kalapatthar viewpoint for 7 to 10 minutes, which is located above the Everest Base Camp, from where you can observe incredible panoramic views of the Mount Everest range, including Everest. Landing at Kalapatthar is one of the most memorable lifetime experiences and one of the best parts of the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Phase Three

After exploring around Kalapatthar, you will fly over Everest Base Camp, Kalapatthar, Chola Pass, and Gokyo, then you will take off towards the Everest View Hotel in Syangboche. You will land at Everest View Hotel for breakfast, where you can have a delicious breakfast while enjoying panoramic views of Khumbu Valley.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Phase Four

From the Everest View Hotel, you will fly to Kathmandu. Before flying directly to Kathmandu, the helicopter lands at Lukla airport for quick refueling. After a short landing at Lukla Airport, the helicopter flies towards Kathmandu directly and lands at Kathmandu Domestic Airport, where our airport representative will pick you up and transfer you back to your hotel.

Outline Itinerary of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

  • 05:30 AM – Hotel Pickup: Our private vehicle will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Kathmandu Domestic Airport.
  • 06:10 AM – Airport Check-in: Arrive at the domestic terminal and complete the check-in and boarding process. Please bring your passport with you.
  • 06:20 AM – Departure from Kathmandu: Board the helicopter and begin your scenic flight toward the Everest region.
  • 07:35 AM – Refueling at Lukla: Make a short stop to refuel before continuing toward the Everest region.
  • 07:50 AM – Continue to the Everest Region: Resume the helicopter flight toward Everest Base Camp, enjoying spectacular views of the Himalayan landscape.
  • 08:20 AM – Fly over Everest Base Camp & Kalapatthar: Fly over Everest Base Camp and approach Kalapatthar, one of the best viewpoints for spectacular views of Mt. Everest and the surrounding Himalayas.
  • 08:30 AM – Landing at Kalapatthar: Land at Kalapatthar (5,545 m) for a short stop. Enjoy the breathtaking mountain scenery and take photos and videos.
  • 08:40–08:45 AM – Depart from Kalapatthar: After the short stop, continue the helicopter flight toward Everest View Hotel.
  • 09:00 AM – Arrive at Everest View Hotel: Enjoy panoramic views of Mt. Everest and the surrounding Himalayan peaks.
  • 09:00–09:40 AM – Stop at Hotel Everest View: Enjoy the spectacular panoramic views of Mount Everest and the surrounding Himalayan peaks. Breakfast and beverages are available at your own expense.
  • 09:40 AM – Fly to Lukla: After breakfast, depart Everest View Hotel and fly back toward Lukla.
  • 10:10 AM – Fly Back to Kathmandu: After a short stop at Lukla, continue the helicopter flight back to Kathmandu.
  • 11:30 AM – Arrival in Kathmandu: Arrive at Kathmandu Domestic Airport, where our driver will pick you up and transfer you back to your hotel.

Important Note:

  1. The helicopter flies over Everest Base Camp but does not land there. The scheduled landing point is Kalapatthar, and this is subject to weather, wind, visibility, and aviation safety conditions on the day of the flight.
  2. The Everest Helicopter Tour schedule may change depending on weather conditions and air traffic at Kathmandu Airport.
  3. While the helicopter can carry up to 5 passengers, at higher elevations passengers may be split into separate shuttle flights depending on total passenger weight and aviation safety limits.

We have other alternative options to combine with the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour:

We also arrange regular Everest Base Camp Trekking for those trekkers who would like to trek to Everest Base Camp and trek back to Lukla without using a helicopter flight.

Day to Day Itinerary
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  • 05:30 AM: Hotel Pickup and Transfer to Kathmandu Domestic Airport

Your Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour begins early in the morning. A representative from Green Valley Nepal Treks will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the domestic terminal of Kathmandu Airport.

The early start allows you to make the most of your day in the Everest region while enjoying the changing colors of the Himalayan landscape as the morning light begins to illuminate the mountains.

  • 06:10 AM: Check-in at the Domestic Terminal

Upon arrival at Kathmandu Domestic Airport, proceed to the helicopter check-in counter. Our representative will assist you with the check-in and boarding procedures to make your airport experience as smooth as possible.

Please make sure to bring your original passport with you, as it may be required during the airport and flight procedures.

  • 06:20 AM: Scenic Helicopter Flight from Kathmandu

After completing the check-in and boarding process, you will take off from Kathmandu and begin your unforgettable helicopter journey toward the Everest region.

As the helicopter leaves the Kathmandu Valley, enjoy aerial views of the surrounding hills, valleys, villages, and gradually rising Himalayan landscapes. As you fly farther northeast, the scenery becomes increasingly dramatic, with snow-covered peaks appearing across the horizon.

This is where your Everest adventure truly begins.

  • 07:35 AM: Refueling Stop at Lukla

The helicopter will land at Lukla Airport for a short operational stop and refueling. Lukla is the gateway to the Everest region and is surrounded by spectacular Himalayan scenery. After refueling, the helicopter will continue toward the high-altitude landscapes of the Khumbu region.

  • 07:50 AM: Continue Flight Toward Everest Base Camp

After refueling, the helicopter takes off from Lukla and continues toward Everest Base Camp.

As you fly deeper into the Khumbu region, you will see rugged mountain valleys, glaciers, traditional Himalayan settlements, and some of the world's highest peaks. Keep your camera ready, the views become increasingly spectacular as you approach Everest.

  • 08:20 AM: Fly Over Everest Base Camp and Approach Kalapatthar

The helicopter will fly over Everest Base Camp, giving you a remarkable bird's-eye view of the famous mountaineering destination.

You will then continue toward Kalapatthar, one of the most renowned viewpoints in the Everest region. From the air, you can appreciate the immense scale of the surrounding mountains, glaciers, and valleys before preparing for the landing.

  • 08:30 AM: Landing at Kalapatthar (5,545 m)

One of the highlights of your tour is the landing at Kalapatthar at approximately 5,545 meters.

You will have a short time to step out of the helicopter, experience the extraordinary high-altitude environment, and take in the panoramic Himalayan scenery. On a clear day, the views of Mount Everest and the surrounding Himalayan peaks are truly unforgettable.

You will spend 7 to 10 minutes at Kalapatthar, depending on weather, wind, visibility, aviation safety, and operational conditions. This is your chance to capture some of the most memorable photographs and videos of your Everest adventure. Because of the high altitude, the stop is kept brief for safety and comfort.

  • 08:40–08:45 AM: Depart Kalapatthar

After your short but unforgettable stop at Kalapatthar, you will board the helicopter and continue toward Hotel Everest View.

The flight offers another spectacular perspective of the Khumbu landscape as you descend from the high-altitude surroundings of Kalapatthar toward the Everest View area.

  • 09:00 AM: Landing at Hotel Everest View

The helicopter lands at Hotel Everest View, one of the most scenic locations in the Everest region.

Here, you can relax after your high-altitude experience and enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Mount Everest and the surrounding Himalayan peaks.

The peaceful mountain atmosphere, fresh Himalayan air, and incredible scenery make this one of the most enjoyable moments of the tour.

  • 09:00–09:40 AM: Breakfast at Hotel Everest View

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at Hotel Everest View while surrounded by breathtaking Himalayan scenery.

Rather than simply stopping for a meal, this is your opportunity to slow down, enjoy the views, take photographs, and appreciate the incredible location you have reached by helicopter.

With Mount Everest and the surrounding peaks forming a spectacular backdrop, breakfast here becomes an experience in itself.

  • 09:40 AM: Flight Back Toward Lukla

After breakfast and your time at Hotel Everest View, you will board the helicopter for the return journey. The helicopter will fly back toward Lukla, giving you another opportunity to enjoy the dramatic landscapes of the Khumbu region from above.

  • 10:10 AM: Return Flight to Kathmandu

After the necessary operational stop at Lukla, the helicopter will depart for Kathmandu. Sit back and enjoy the final views of the Himalayan Mountains, valleys, and landscapes as you gradually leave the Everest region behind.

The return flight provides a relaxing opportunity to reflect on the incredible experience of seeing Everest, flying over Base Camp, landing at Kalapatthar, and enjoying breakfast surrounded by the world's highest mountains.

  • 11:30 AM: Arrival at Kathmandu Domestic Airport

The helicopter arrives at Kathmandu Domestic Airport at approximately 11:30 AM. After completing the necessary airport procedures, our representative will meet you at the airport and assist with your onward transfer.

  • 11:50 AM: Transfer Back to Your Hotel

Your private vehicle will transfer you from Kathmandu Domestic Airport back to Hotel Post Adventure.

By late morning, your Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour comes to an end with the unforgettable experience of flying over Everest Base Camp, landing at Kalapatthar, enjoying breakfast with Himalayan views, and returning to Kathmandu all within a single morning.

Important Note: The above timings are approximate and may change due to weather conditions, wind, visibility, air traffic, helicopter operational requirements, and other aviation-related factors.

  • 4 to 5 Hours

Our team guides, porters and accompanying staff are locals with a broad knowledge about each and every location that we travel through.

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Cost Includes
  • Hotel Pickup: Pickup from your hotel and transfer to Kathmandu Domestic Airport by private vehicle.
  • Airport Assistance: Airport assistance and check-in support by our representative.
  • Shared Helicopter Flight: Everest Base Camp Helicopter sightseeing flight from Kathmandu Domestic Airport to Kathmandu Domestic Airport on a shared basis, with a maximum of 5 passengers per helicopter, subject to operational and weight limitations.
  • Everest Region Aerial Sightseeing: Scenic aerial sightseeing over Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Glacier/Icefall, Kalapatthar, Cho La Pass, Gokyo, and surrounding Himalayan peaks, subject to weather and flight conditions.
  • Lukla Refueling Stop: Scheduled landing or stop at Lukla for refueling, where applicable.
  • Everest View Hotel Stop: Landing at Hotel Everest View, Syangboche, for approximately 50–60 minutes for sightseeing and breakfast. Breakfast is not included.
  • Emergency Oxygen: Emergency oxygen cylinder and essential emergency equipment are available onboard the helicopter.
  • Professional Flight Crew: Service of a professional, licensed helicopter pilot and flight crew throughout the tour.
  • Company Service: Green Valley Nepal Treks service charges and applicable government taxes.
  • Return Airport Transfer: Private transportation from Kathmandu Domestic Airport back to your hotel.
  • VAT & Fuel Surcharge: 13% Government VAT and applicable helicopter fuel surcharge are included.
  • Aviation Passenger Insurance: Aviation-provided passenger insurance during the helicopter flight, as applicable under the operator's policy.
Cost Excludes
  • Breakfast & Beverages: Breakfast at Hotel Everest View, approximately USD 30–40 per person, along with all other food, snacks, and beverages.
  • Park & Local Fees: Sagarmatha National Park entrance fee, Khumbu/local area fees, and applicable airport or terminal taxes/charges, if not specifically included in the quoted package price.
  • Travel Insurance: Personal travel insurance, including medical treatment and high-altitude emergency helicopter evacuation coverage.
  • Emergency Rescue: Emergency rescue, evacuation, hospitalization, medical treatment, or additional helicopter services required due to illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances.
  • Optional Private Landing: Optional private helicopter charter or special landing at Kalapatthar/Everest Base Camp, where permitted and available, unless specifically stated as included in your package.
  • Additional Flight Time: Additional waiting time, flight time, or charter costs resulting from passenger-requested changes.
  • Personal Expenses: Personal expenses such as souvenirs, donations, telephone calls, internet/Wi-Fi, laundry, tips, gratuities, and other personal services.
  • Personal Equipment: Personal clothing and equipment, including warm clothing, sunglasses, gloves, hats, shoes, and other personal gear.
  • Additional Services: Any additional hotel accommodation, meals, transportation, or services not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Unforeseen Expenses: Any additional expenses arising from weather conditions, flight delays or cancellations, air-traffic restrictions, government regulations, natural disasters, or other circumstances beyond the company's control.
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Green Valley Nepal Treks offers an Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu Domestic Airport every day. Contact us either via email or WhatsApp for availability.
  • Guaranteed Departures – No Cancellations

Once your reservation is confirmed, the tour will not be cancelled due to insufficient group size. However, all helicopter flights remain subject to weather conditions, visibility, air traffic, aviation regulations, and other operational factors.

  • Flexible Cancellation Policy

Our company provides flexibility for any changes that occur to your travel plans. If you cancel the trip at least 30 days in advance, we will refund your deposit. Your deposit will remain secure with us if you cancel your trip when the departure date is less than 30 days away. You can change the date to any other date that is convenient for you, regardless of the year or month.

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Major Attractions of the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with Landing at Everest View Hotel

  • Lukla Airport (2,860 meters)

Lukla is the starting point of the Everest Base Camp Trek. Most of the trekkers fly to Lukla by regular flight to Lukla from Kathmandu and start the trek from Lukla. Lukla airport is known as Tenzing Hillary Airport and is considered one of the most dangerous airports in the world because of its short runway and its location between mountains. There are regular flights from Kathmandu to Lukla, usually in the morning.

  • Kalapatthar (5,545 meters)

Kalapatthar lies just above Gorakshep. It is one of the best viewpoints in the Everest region, from where you can behold Mount Everest from the closest distance. From Kalapatthar's viewpoint, you can get a chance to watch unlimited views of Mount Everest Summit and many other mountains like Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori, and Changtse. Kalapatthar stands at a height of 5,545 meters.

  • Everest Base Camp (5,364 meters)

Everest Base Camp is located at a height of 5,364m above sea level. Everest's climbers spend almost one month at Everest Base Camp for acclimatization in their tent. To reach Everest Base Camp takes around 8 to 9 days from Lukla, but with a helicopter flight, you could reach within around 3 hours. From Everest Base Camp, you can’t see Mount Everest itself, but you can observe the best views of the Khumbu icefalls, Khumbu glaciers, and many surrounding mountains.

Alternative Helicopter Tours in Everest Regions by Green Valley Nepal Treks

Green Valley Nepal Treks operates Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from different places in the Everest Region based on a group-sharing basis. Also, we offer shared and private helicopter charter flights from different places in the Everest Region.

  • Helicopter from Kathmandu to Lukla

We arrange daily Helicopter Flights to Lukla from Kathmandu during the main trekking season in Nepal on a group-sharing basis. Flying to Lukla by helicopter will take 35 minutes from Kathmandu.

Helicopter Flight Sector

Sharing Helicopter Flight Cost to Lukla

Kathmandu to Lukla Helicopter Flight

USD 600 per person, sharing basis (in one helicopter, Maximum 5 persons)

Lukla to Kathmandu Helicopter Flight

USD 700 per person, sharing basis (in one helicopter, Maximum 5 persons)

  • Helicopter Flight from Gorakshep to Kathmandu via Everest Base Camp

We pick you up from Gorakshep Helipad, fly over Everest Base Camp, and fly back to Kathmandu. Helicopter Charter flight on a group-sharing basis. Gorakshep to Kathmandu Helicopter Flight

  • Helicopter Tour from Lobuche to Lukla or Kathmandu via Everest Base Camp

We pick you up from Lobuche and fly over Everest Base Camp; we land at Kalapatthar viewpoint for photos and videos. After a short landing at Kalapatthar viewpoint, we fly back to Kathmandu by helicopter flight via Lukla.

  • Helicopter Tour from Pheriche with landing at Everest View Hotel to Lukla or Kathmandu via Everest Base Camp

We pick you up from the Pheriche helipad, and we fly over Everest Base Camp and then fly back to Lukla or Kathmandu by landing at Everest View Hotel. For this Helicopter tour, you could stop either in Lukla or Kathmandu. We arrange it as per your choice.

  • Helicopter Tour from Namche and return to Lukla or Kathmandu via Everest Base Camp

We pick you up from Namche Bazaar Helipad and take a helicopter tour around the Everest region, including Everest Base Camp, and fly back to Kathmandu by landing at Kalapatthar for the closest view. On the way to the return flight, we stop in Lukla for refueling. Namche to Kathmandu Helicopter Flight

  • Helicopter Tour from Everest View Hotel to Lukla or Kathmandu via Everest Base Camp

We arrange daily Everest Base Camp Helicopter Flights from Everest View Hotel during the major trekking season in Nepal. During this flight, we fly around Everest Base Camp and land at Kalapatthar viewpoint, then return to Lukla or Kathmandu.

  • Helicopter Tour from Lukla and return to Lukla or Kathmandu via Everest Base Camp

Lukla airport is a getaway for the Everest region, which is located at a height of 2845 meters. We operate a daily Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour from Lukla during the major trekking season in Nepal. On this helicopter tour, we land at Kalapatthar viewpoint for 7 to 10 minutes. Also, we fly back to Everest View Hotel for breakfast, then fly back to Lukla by helicopter.

Landing Opportunity during Helicopter Tour to Everest Base Camp

On our Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, there'll be numerous opportunities to land in essential highlighted places. During the landing time, you may get a chance to discover the essential highlighted places of the Everest Region with an amazing view of the Himalayan range, hills, forest, ice falls, glaciers, and plenty more.

  • Helicopter Landing at Lukla Airport (2860m)

Lukla Airport is located at a height of 2860 meters, which is the main getaway for the world's highest mountain (Mount Everest) from the Nepal side. Reaching the Lukla Airport offers the first landing opportunity during our Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. Landing time at Lukla Airport will be about 15 to 20 minutes to refuel the Helicopter.

  • Helicopter Landing at Pheriche (4280m)

Our Everest Base Camp Helicopter flight will give us a second landing opportunity in Pheriche. From Pheriche, we must maintain the number of people and weight for the Helicopter flight above, so we must follow Nepal Government rules and regulations. From Pheriche, we can carry a maximum of 250 kg or 3 people in one helicopter. The helicopter lands here in about 15 to 20 minutes.

  • Helicopter Landing at Kalapatthar Viewpoint (5,545m)

This is the third landing opportunity in our Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. Landing at Kalapatthar viewpoint is the most important part of the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. The main purpose of landing at Kalapatthar viewpoint is for the best view of snow-capped mountains all around and the best photographable point of the Everest Helicopter Tour. The helicopter lands here for 7 to 10 minutes.

  • Helicopter Landing at Everest View Hotel (3,880m)

Flying to Everest View Hotel from the Kalapatthar will give us a fourth landing opportunity during the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. Everest View Hotel is located at a height of 3,880 meters, where we will stop for around 40 minutes to enjoy breakfast with the best panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest.

  • Fifth Landing at Lukla (2,860m)

After breakfast at Everest View Hotel, we continue to fly to Lukla and land for refueling. This is the last landing opportunity on the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour and the second landing at Lukla airport. This landing time will be around 15 to 20 minutes. After refueling in Lukla, we continue to fly back to Kathmandu airport.

Best Time to do the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

  • Best Time: March–May and late September–November
  • Possible: December–February, depending on weather and flight conditions
  • Less Recommended: June–early September due to monsoon weather and reduced visibility.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Flight Tour Rules

  • Should follow the rules according to their pilot when the tourists are inside the Helicopter
  • Should stay in a disciplined manner
  • Should make the cooperative environment
  • Should pay attention and be careful during observation while he/she is inside the Helicopter
  • Should follow the guidelines according to their tourist guide

Safety Note for Helicopter Tour to Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu

  • Fasten your seat belt on board your helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp.
  • Don't change your seat or stand up from your seat during your flight.
  • Don't throw anything out of the helicopter during your flights.
  • Smoking is prohibited during your flight
  • Wait at the helipad until our operators call you to come.

Packing list for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Flight Tour

We operate Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour in clear weather, so there is sunshine most of the time. In the mountains, weather can change quickly; we recommend you prepare for sunny weather and cloudy weather. So you need to prepare the following equipment for the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour:

  • UV Protection Sunglasses, lip balm, and Sun Lotion
  • Windproof warm jacket and warm hat
  • Silk or Nylon scarf
  • Warm pair of trousers
  • Mobiles and Camera
  • Passport or Passport Copy
  • A water bottle

Note: The above gear will be sufficient for the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. We encourage carrying only necessary equipment because over-carrying might increase the weight.

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3 paxUS$1260
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    An Unforgettable Himalayan Adventure

    From the moment we were picked up at our hotel, everything was smooth and well organized. The helicopter flight over the Khumbu region and the close-up views of Mount Everest were simply breathtaking. The experience at Kala Patthar was unforgettable. Arjun Pandey of Green Valley Nepal Treks was responsive, professional, and made sure everything went according to plan. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Nepal who has limited time but still wants an incredible Everest experience.

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    WilliamsMay 22, 2026United States
  • TripAdvisor

    Everest Views in Just One Morning

    An amazing way to experience Mount Everest in a single morning. The helicopter ride offered spectacular views of Everest and the surrounding Himalayan peaks, and the experience at Kala Patthar was truly special. Mr. Pandey and the team at Green Valley Nepal Treks handled everything professionally, from the airport arrangements to the helicopter flight. We felt well taken care of throughout the journey. The stop at Hotel Everest View was another wonderful part of the experience. Definitely worth it!

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    MartinApril 29, 2026France
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    A Once-in-a-Lifetime Flight to Everest

    Absolutely unforgettable experience! The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour was the highlight of our Nepal trip. The flight over the Himalayas was breathtaking, and seeing Everest, the Khumbu Glacier, and Kala Patthar from the air was incredible. Everything was perfectly organized from airport pickup to our return. Mr. Arjun from Green Valley Nepal Treks was extremely helpful throughout the trip and made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience Everest without spending days trekking.

    A
    AndersonMarch 16, 2026Australia
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FAQs

  • January, February, March, April, May, September, October and November, and December are good months, with spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) particularly recommended for clearer weather and mountain views.

  • The tour operates early in the morning, with the published itinerary beginning around 5:30 AM. Morning flights are preferred because weather is normally clearer in the morning.

  • Weather can affect visibility, flight timing, landing opportunities and overall operations. We do not operate flights in hazardous or unclear weather, and flights may be delayed when conditions are unsuitable.

  • Bad weather can cause delays, itinerary changes or cancellation. If the helicopter flight is canceled because of bad weather, passengers will receive a full refund.

  • The pilot may postpone, modify or cancel the Kalapatthar landing and continue with aerial sightseeing or another suitable itinerary. The landing is not guaranteed when weather or aviation conditions are unsuitable.

  • Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tours from Kathmandu are available every day, subject to flight conditions and availability. Private trips can operate daily, while winter shared departures may not operate every day.

  • Yes. The published itinerary is approximate and may change because of weather, wind, visibility, air traffic, helicopter operational requirements and other aviation conditions.

  • Wear warm, windproof clothing suitable for rapidly changing mountain conditions. We recommend a warm jacket and hat, warm trousers and a scarf, along with UV-protection sunglasses and sunscreen/lip balm.

  • Kalapatthar sits around 5,545m, so it's cold year-round, typically -10°C to -20°C (14°F to -4°F) early morning, even colder in winter (Dec-Feb), and closer to -5°C to -10°C in the warmer trekking seasons (spring/autumn).  

  • Yes. We offer an Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return, allowing travelers to trek to Everest Base Camp and return by helicopter from Gorakshep or Pheriche.

  • It is particularly worthwhile for travelers with limited time who want to experience Mount Everest within a single day rather than spending around 12 to 18 days trekking to Base Camp.

  • Yes, particularly for travelers who have limited time. The helicopter tour provides access to the Everest region, aerial views, a Kalapatthar landing, and an Everest View Hotel stop in about 4–5 hours, whereas the traditional Everest Base Camp trek takes around 14 days.

  • An Everest Base Camp Trek requires several days of walking and acclimatization, while the helicopter tour reaches the Everest region from Kathmandu within a single day. The helicopter option is designed for sightseeing and photography, with overflights and landings rather than a multi-day trekking experience.

  • Yes. The tour is specifically presented as an option for travelers who want to experience Everest within a short period. The complete Kathmandu-to-Kathmandu itinerary generally takes 4–5 hours.

  • You should bring your passport or a passport copy. Passengers must bring their passport for the airport check-in and boarding process.

  • The recommended items include UV-protection sunglasses, lip balm, sunscreen, a windproof warm jacket, warm hat, scarf, warm trousers, mobile phone/camera, passport or passport copy and a water bottle. We recommend carrying only necessary items because additional weight can affect helicopter operations.

  • Yes. The package includes private vehicle pickup from your hotel to Kathmandu Domestic Airport and transportation from the domestic airport back to your hotel after the tour.

  • No. The Sagarmatha National Park entrance fee, local tax, and airport taxes as exclusions. It gives a combined amount of NPR 7,000 per person for these listed charges.

  • On a shared basis, the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour costs USD 1,240–1,300 per person, depending on the group size. If you prefer more privacy and flexibility, private helicopter charters are also available. Please contact us for a customized quote.

  • The tour cost includes hotel pickup and airport transfer, the shared helicopter sightseeing flight from Kathmandu to Kathmandu, Everest-region overflight, the planned Kalapatthar landing, the Everest View Hotel stop, emergency oxygen in the helicopter, government taxes and service charges, 13% VAT, helicopter fuel surcharges, life insurance provided by aviation, and return transportation to your hotel.

  • The cost excludes breakfast and drinks at Hotel Everest View, personal expenses such as souvenirs, tips, donations and equipment, and the listed Sagarmatha National Park entrance, local and airport taxes. These government/local charges as a combined NPR 7,000 per person.

  • There are no hidden costs and that the exact helicopter tour price is communicated according to group size before confirmation. However, travelers should budget separately for the expenses explicitly excluded from the package, such as breakfast, drinks, personal expenses and the listed NPR 7,000 in park/local/airport charges.

  • A 20% deposit of the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour cost is required to confirm the booking.

  • You can book the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour by selecting your preferred departure date through the booking system or contacting Green Valley Nepal Treks for availability and arrangements. A 20% deposit is required to confirm the reservation.

  • We recommend booking in advance during the busy spring and autumn seasons because demand can be high and queues may occur.

  • We offer a flexible cancellation policy. If you cancel your Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour at least 30 days before the scheduled departure date, your deposit is eligible for a refund. For cancellations made less than 30 days before departure, the deposit is non-refundable, but you may request to reschedule your tour to a different date, subject to availability. Once your booking is confirmed, cancellations made for personal reasons are non-refundable.

  • Yes. A private Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is available. The published private charter price is USD 6,000 for up to five people.

  • Yes. Private and family Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tours can be arranged, with private trips available throughout the year.

  • Yes. Solo travelers can join an available shared group. The published price for one person is USD 1,300.

  • A shared tour divides the helicopter cost among up to five passengers, making it more economical. A private tour reserves the helicopter for your group of up to five people and is published at USD 6,000 for five passengers.

  • The shared helicopter tour accommodates up to five passengers. However, passenger numbers may need to be reduced or split at higher elevations because of weight and aviation limitations.

  • Up to five people can fly together, approximately 4,200 meters, with a maximum combined weight of about 490–500 kg for that stage. Above 4,200 meters, the group may need to be split.

  • At higher elevations, passenger weight affects how many people can fly together. For groups of four or five, passengers may be divided into shuttle flights, with approximately 240–250 kg carried per higher-altitude shuttle.

  • The group is split into shuttle flights to remain within the helicopter's weight and aviation limits. Four or five passengers may need to be divided at Pheriche or Everest View Hotel.

  • The complete Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour generally takes about 4–5 hours, including the Kathmandu–Everest region flight, sightseeing, Kalapatthar landing, Everest View Hotel stop and return to Kathmandu. The exact duration can vary with weather, air traffic and flight conditions.

  • No. The helicopter does not land directly at Everest Base Camp. The tour flies over Everest Base Camp and proceeds to Kalapatthar for the planned landing.

  • Everest Base Camp is located on glacial terrain and does not provide suitable landing space, while government and aviation restrictions also prevent regular helicopter landing there.

  • Yes. The tour includes a planned Kalapatthar landing at approximately 5,545 meters, subject to weather, wind, visibility and aviation safety conditions.

  • The current itinerary allows approximately 7–10 minutes at Kalapatthar. The exact time depends on weather, wind, aviation conditions and operational requirements.

  • The short stop helps reduce the risk of altitude-related problems after rapidly reaching more than 5,000 meters. It also notes that the helicopter engine is not normally turned off because of the cold conditions.

  • No. Although the Kalapatthar landing is included in the planned itinerary and is currently permitted, the pilot makes the final decision based on weather, wind, visibility, landing conditions and aviation safety.

  • The pilot may delay, modify or cancel the Kalapatthar landing. The helicopter may continue with aerial sightseeing or follow an alternative itinerary. If the entire flight cannot operate because of weather, the tour may be postponed or canceled according to the applicable refund policy.

  • The itinerary is planned around specific landing points, including Lukla, Kalapatthar and Everest View Hotel. Passengers cannot independently choose a landing location because actual landings depend on the itinerary, aviation regulations, weather and operational conditions.

  • The tour provides views of Mount Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Island Peak, Kongde and Pumori, as well as Everest Base Camp, Kalapatthar, the Khumbu Glacier, Khumbu Icefall, Gokyo, Cho La Pass, Namche Bazaar and other Himalayan landscapes.

  • Kalapatthar at approximately 5,545 meters (18,192 feet) above sea level.

  • Yes. Everyone on its Everest Helicopter Tour receives a window seat.

  • There are dedicated photography opportunities during the flight, especially during the Kalapatthar landing and Everest View Hotel stop. Kalapatthar and Everest View Hotel as the best locations for photographs and videos.

  • You can expect an early-morning hotel pickup, check-in at Kathmandu Airport, a scenic flight to Lukla with refueling, an overflight of Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar, a short Kalapatthar landing, a stop at Hotel Everest View, breakfast if purchased separately, and a return flight to Kathmandu.

  • The flight offers aerial views of Kathmandu Valley, terraced fields, alpine forests, Khumbu villages, glaciers, icefalls, valleys and the Himalayan peaks surrounding Mount Everest.

  • Yes. The itinerary includes a stop at Hotel Everest View for breakfast. However, the breakfast itself is not included in the tour price and costs approximately USD 30–40 per person, according to the article.

  • The Everest helicopter tour includes approximately 40 to50 minutes at Everest View Hotel.

  • Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is safe and flights operate only when weather conditions along the route are suitable. Passengers must follow the pilot's instructions, remain seated with seat belts fastened and follow safety procedures.

  • Yes. But, landing at Kalapatthar is subject to weather, wind, visibility, landing conditions and aviation safety requirements. The pilot has the final authority to proceed, modify or cancel the landing when conditions are unsuitable.

  • Yes. An oxygen cylinder is carried in the helicopter for emergency use. However, oxygen is normally not required during the tour.

  • Yes. The rapid ascent to elevations above 5,000 meters can create a risk of altitude-related symptoms. This is one reason the Kalapatthar stop is kept short.

  • Since you fly straight up to high altitude with no time to acclimatize, check with a doctor first (some people take Diamox beforehand), stay hydrated, avoid alcohol the night before, and watch for headache or dizziness during the flight so you can tell the pilot right away.

  • No, not in the way trekkers do, you are not up there long enough to need a staged acclimatization schedule. But since the altitude jump is sudden, it's still worth checking with a doctor beforehand, especially if you have any underlying health conditions.

  • The tour is an easy activity and does not require the physical endurance of an Everest Base Camp trek. However, the itinerary reaches very high altitude, so travelers should consider their individual ability to tolerate rapid altitude exposure.

  • There is no age restriction, the tour is suitable for travelers of different ages. However, the flight reaches approximately 5,545 meters, individual health and ability to tolerate rapid altitude exposure should be considered.

  • We do not recommend the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour for pregnant women.

  • No, Wheelchair access is not available during the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour.

  • Yes, travel insurance is mandatory. However, life insurance during the helicopter flight is included and provided by aviation.

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