Everest Helicopter Sightseeing Tour - 1 Day - 1 Day
1 Day

Everest Helicopter, Sight Seeing Tour by Nepal Social Trek is one of the finest helicopter tour dedicated to those you want to unleash and experience the beauty of Himalayas within short period of time. Even on the clearest of days, it is considered rare to be able to clearly witness the point where the majestic Himalayas meet the silvery skyline. But with Everest Helicopter Sightseeing Tour, you might just be able to avoid the dreaded fogs and the aloof clouds guilty of defying the hopes of countless trekkers in their adventure to witness the world's tallest mountains. Soaring above the Himalayas has never been a mundane journey but combine that with the shimmering tops of Mt. Everest (8,848m), Nuptse (7,861m), Changtse (7,543m), Lhotse (8,414m), Ama Dablam (6,856m) describing the journey as adventurous or thrilling would be an understatement. The Everest helicopter sightseeing tour is not to be described by words or by listening to someone else give their account of the journey. It is the one to be experienced and we can't wrap our heads around why someone would not.
The journey to the world's tallest Himalayas begins from Kathmandu heading towards the thrilling Lukla airstrip. The disappearing valley soon looks like a blot on the vibrant green and the countless landmarks like tiny specks on it. We land at Lukla to refuel and enjoy the fresh Himalayan air before heading towards the Himalayas unfolding before our very eyes. The sight of trekkers disappearing like ants on the steep mountain trail brings an odd sense of joy and hovering over Everest Base Camp the feeling reaches its peak. The Himalayas galore as far and wide as eyes can see Lhotse (8,414m), Nuptse (7,861m), Changtse (7,543m), Ama Dablam (6,856m), Cho Oyu (8,188m) and of course the majestic Mt, Everest (8,848m). Next, we make a stop at Kalapatthar which is also the best viewpoint to witness the world's tallest Himalayas. Our journey ends back in Kathmandu after feasting on a heavenly Himalayan breakfast while admiring the beauty of the Himalayas. With all the excitement surrounding the tour, do not forget a copy of your passport.
Nepal Social Treks and Expedition has been taking innovative approaches to provide complete satisfaction to travel enthusiasts in Nepal. Everest Helicopter Sightseeing Tour is one such approach and a splendid one at that. We boast 100% success and excellent client response making this trip a must-do.
Clothing to wear for Everest Helicopter
- Windproof down jackets
- The comfortable pair of trousers and thermal wear
- Gloves, caps, and scarves designed especially for colder climates
- Thermal winter socks and comfortable shoes preferably mountain boots.
- Carry a small bag with additional warm clothing if the ones worn do not suffice
- Make sure you are comfortable with whatever clothing you wear and be sure to protect your feet, hands, and face from the cold.
Temperature during Everest helicopter
Depending on the time period of your travel the temperatures beginning from the Kathmandu valley can range anywhere from 15 to 20 degree Celsius during winter and 25 to 35 degree Celsius in summer. The temperature at Everest Base Camp will fall under the range of 17 to 25 degree Celsius during sunny days and -15 degree Celsius in the mornings and at night. The temperature remains somewhat similar in both Autumn and Monsoon seasons.
Trip Highlights
- Bird’s eye view of the world's tallest Himalayas (7,000 to 8,000m) including Mt. Everest
- Aerial view of Everest Base Camp, vibrant Sherpa hamlets, and famous monasteries including the one in Tengboche which hosts the famous Mani Rimdu festival
- 100 % Safe Flight with Fixed Departure.
- Close-up views of the Khumbu Glacier, Khumbu Icefall, and the Gokyo Lakes
- A chance to witness the unrivaled view of the Everest Region from the Everest View Hotel
- We will make two stops on the journey apart from the one used for refueling at Lukla and Everest View Hotel
- The journey will begin from Kathmandu and will return back to the valley with ample time provided for breakfast.
Detail Itinerary
Everest Helicopter Day Tour Itinerary
6:00 am – 6:30 am: Hotel pick up and drop at Tribhuwan International Airport domestic terminal, Kathmandu
Your Everest Helicopter journey begins early in the morning. You will be picked up at 6:00 am in your hotel and you will be taken to the domestic terminal of Tribhuwan International Airport.
6:30 am- 7:00 am: Airport formalities
You will have to carry your passport and tickets, and you will check in and get inside your helicopter.
7:00 am – 8:00 am: Fly to Lukla ( around 2845m./45 mins to 1 hour )
This is one of the scenic flights you will be traveling. The flight will start allowing you to the nice top view of Kathmandu Valley. Then, you will start to witness the beautiful terrace farming, dense forests, and breathtaking magnificent views of the Rolwaling Ranges, Langtang Ranges, Ganesh Himal, and other peaks.
8:00 am to 8:30 am: Refuelling and Flying over Himalayas ( Around 5450m/15 mins. flight)
The flight will land at Tenzing-Hilary Airport where the flight gets refueled. It may take 15 minutes to refuel the flight.
After refueling the flight, your destination will be Kalapathar, you will fly over NamcheBazar; the gateway to Mt.Everest then you will bypass the beautiful mountain peak, Ama Dablam you will land at Kalapatthar at around a height of 5450m.
8:30 am to 8:45 am: Explore by overfly around EBC and Kalapatthar
Mountain summits encircle Kala Patthar (17192 ft/5242 m) from all sides, you can enjoy the majestic 360-degree mountain views, including the summits of Everest, Pumori, and Lhotse. Since Everest’s summit cannot be seen from its base camp, the majority of climbers and trekkers travel to Kala Patthar to look into Mt.Everest- the world’s highest peak.
8:45 am to 10:00 am: Fly to Hotel Everest View and Breakfast time ( 3950m./ 15min flight)
Hotel Everest View is the world’s highest hotel. The hotel provides an astonishing view of Mt.Everest and other surrounding peaks. After enjoying at Kalapatthar, you will fly for 15 minutes to reach Everest View Hotel, and this flight will allow you the incredible views of Khumbu Glacier, Khumbu Icefall, Everest Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu, and other peaks of the Everest Region too.
After you land, you can order your breakfast and enjoy the mountain views. Having breakfast at the world’s highest hotel will surely be an exciting experience for you.
10:00 am to 10:30 am: Fly Lukla and Refuel
After breakfast, we will gear back, and fly to Lukla. Again in Lukla, we will take some time to refuel and then move back to Kathmandu.
10:30 am to 11:30 am: Fly back to Kathmandu
After refueling back we will take off from Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu. You will check out from Tribhuwan International Airport and a vehicle will pick you up from there and then drop at your hotel.
Cost Includes
- Airport Pick up and drop off from Hotel.
- Airport Boarding Pass and taxes.
- Oxygen for quick evacuation if required in Helicopter.
- 30-45 Hour break at Everest View Hotel. ( subject to weather)
- Helicopter cost for the flight.
- Government Tax & Fuel Surcharges.
Cost Excludes
- International air and visa fees.
- Breakfast and tea, and coffee in Hotel Everest View.
- Everest entry permit fees.
- Bar bills and Personal Expenses.
- Tips and gratitude were provided to staff.
Booking
Review
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We had an absolutely incredible experience trekking to Annapurna Base Camp with Nepal Social Treks and Expedition, and we cannot recommend them highly enough! From beginning to end, everything was exceptionally well organized, but what truly made this adventure unforgettable was our amazing team: our guide, Achut Pandey, and our two porters, Niran and Thirtna. Achut was an outstanding guide. He was knowledgeable, professional, patient, kind, and always attentive to how everyone was feeling. Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp can be challenging, and having someone we trusted completely made such a difference. Achut knew the mountains and trails incredibly well, kept us informed about what to expect each day, and always made sure we were comfortable, safe, and enjoying the experience. His warmth, encouragement, and sense of humor made even the difficult stretches of the trek enjoyable. Niran and Thirtna were equally amazing. We have so much respect and gratitude for them. They worked incredibly hard throughout the trek and always greeted us with kindness and a smile. If you are considering trekking in Nepal, we wholeheartedly recommend Nepal Social Treks & Expedition. And if you have the opportunity to trek with Achut, Niran, and Thirtna, consider yourself very lucky!
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Trekking Everest Base Camp
I booked the Everest Base Camp trek with this agency, and from the very beginning they were always available to answer any questions or doubts I had. Everything was extremely well organized from start to finish, my guide was fantastic, and we were lucky enough to have perfect weather throughout the trek. It was an absolutely amazing experience, and I couldn’t have asked for anything better. Can’t wait to come back for another trekking ☺️ Highly recommended!
I booked the 5 day Around Kathmandu Valley tour for my family which was a great experience. Bhim was our tour guide and Deepak drove us around for the five days. The tour went very smoothly and didn't feel rushed at all. Since we went in the tourism off-season, all the stupas, temples, and UNESCO sites weren't very busy. We were able to finish the day's content by 4pm each day, giving plenty of time to rest for the next day. Bhim was very knowledgeable about each site, Nepali history, and was very receptive to our questions on Nepali culture. The hotels for this tour were also great. In particular, "hotel view point" in Nagarkot had a fantastic 360 view, as it actually is at the top of Nagarkot rather than a lot of other hotels down on the slopes. The view was incredible and we got to see some of the Himalayas, which we considered fairly lucky as we went during the cloudy, foggy monsoon season. Nepal Social Treks took complete care of everything from airport pick up to the hotels, and this was just an absolutely no-stress vacation to do some light cultural exploration of Nepal. Overall, would strongly recommend this tour and Nepal Social Treks!
I booked my trip through Nepalviaje (website in spanish) and from the first moment everything was perfect. Starting with Fernando that was answering really fast all our questions, when we arrive to Kathmandu the person waiting for us in the airport was absolutely fantastic, he wait over and hour for us cause it tooks a while to get out of the airport, the hotel for the first and last night is absolutely brilliant, when you arrive to the Office everything is super clear and they make you feel at home. The Trek is a experience of a lifetime, our guide Lhakpa IS the best guide ever and will not only guide you all the way to the base camp but show you things about culture and take care about every single details, lodges are always fantastic with a huge variaty of food. We made it with other girl and all of us reach EBC, Lhakpa will give you all the good advices to make it and the company will take care of everything, even the last day Basu(the manager of the company) call us to provide a helicopter service to come back to Kathmandu as the weather in Lukla was mean to be bad for a couple of days. 10/10 for this company and all the people involve on it
I completed the Everest Base Camp trek starting from Jiri, and it was simply an unforgettable experience. A long and authentic journey, away from the usual routes, that allowed me to experience Nepal in a deep and genuine way. From the very first day, the agency was fantastic: excellent organization, great support, and constant availability. I always felt well taken care of and never had to worry about anything. A truly special thanks to Anchal Magar, who was an outstanding guide in every sense. (A real friend) Always present, attentive, and highly professional, he showed great sensitivity in understanding my needs, adapting the pace and itinerary with care and intelligence. In the most challenging moments, he was a fundamental point of reference, providing reassurance and confidence. Beyond his skills, what stood out the most was his humanity, kindness, and dedication, rare qualities that made this experience even more meaningful. An experience I will carry with me forever!
FAQs
Which age group is suitable for Everest Helicopter Tour?
The Everest Helicopter tour is suitable for people of any age from children to elders. The adventure journey is for all age groups.
Is the Everest Helicopter tour safe?
The Everest Helicopter tour is absolutely safe, the pilots are well-experienced and responsible.
What is the altitude of the Everest BaseCamp Helicopter Tour?
Tour starts from an altitude of 1300m from Kathmandu, then flies to Lukla (2830m), and to Kalapathhar (5545m).
Does the weather affect the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour?
Yes, the weather sometimes affects the Heli tour, in this case, the tour will be delayed and sometimes postponed too.