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Trip Overview

Mount Everest Heli Tour is an overwhelming flight for the close-up vistas of the Himalayas including the highest peak Mount Everest and several other snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and panoramic scenery.

Highlights of Mount Everest Heli Tour:

  • Get an opportunity to view entire gigantic peaks from a close distance followed by views of landscapes, icy glaciers, monasteries, picturesque villages, lakes, and much more.
  • Once you take off from the airport, enjoy the landscape of the Kathmandu valley, hamlet, and lush hills.
  • Observe the superb parallel series of snow-capped mountains towards west Mt. Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and Jugal Himal. As the flight continues you can see additional backdrops of the mid-east and far eastern Himalayan peaks of Mt. Gaurishankar, Melung Tse, Numbur, Cho-Oyu.
  • The Helicopter makes a rounding flight around Khumbu Himalayan and Mt. Everest
  • You will enjoy one hour of breakfast time with great mountain vistas.

 

Why Choose Mount Everest Heli Tour

  • Visit Everest Region within a short span of time without any physical effort.
  • Opportunity to experience and fly near or above Mount Everest (8,848 m) and enjoy eyeful views of snow-capped mountains like Lhotse (8,516 m), Nuptse (7,861, m), Makalu (8,481 m), Cho Oyu (8,201 m) and several unnamed peaks
  • Thrilling landing at one of the highest airports in the world, Tenzing-Hillary Airport (2,845 m) in Lukla from the comfort of a helicopter
  • Savor the beauty of the Everest region, Kalapatthar, and 360-degree vistas of Himalayan Peaks.
  • View of drastic weather changes up in the mountains.
  • Experience high-altitude breakfast.
  • Ideal for those who do not have enough time for a trek and are not able to hike long days in remote areas, as well as for those who love to explore the destination from an aerial view.
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Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Everest Heli Tour

6:00–7:00 AM: Hotel Pick-up and Flight to Everest Region
Our representative meets you early in the morning at your hotel and transfers you to the domestic terminal of the airport. From there, the helicopter departs toward Everest Base Camp. As the flight begins, you enjoy sweeping views of the snow-covered Himalayan ranges.

Along the way, you see iconic peaks such as Langtang Lirung (7,234 m), Ganesh Himal (7,429 m), Gauri Shankar (7,134 m), Shishapangma (8,013 m), Gyachung Kang (7,952 m), Pumori (7,161 m), Nuptse (7,855 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), and Ama Dablam (6,812 m).

Breakfast at a Mountain Hotel
After the mountain views, the helicopter flies to a high-altitude hotel for breakfast. You spend about 30–45 minutes enjoying a special meal, often with champagne, while overlooking Mount Everest and surrounding peaks like Lhotse, Nuptse, Cho Oyu, and Ama Dablam, along with the beautiful Khumbu Valley.

Fly to Lukla for Refueling
Next, the helicopter flies to Lukla. You experience another close-up view of the Himalayas during this short flight. The helicopter stops in Lukla for about 15–20 minutes to refuel before continuing the journey back.

Return to Kathmandu
After refueling, you fly back to Kathmandu. On the way, you pass over the Khumbu Glacier and Tengboche Monastery, offering one last look at the Himalayan landscape. The flight ends with your arrival at Kathmandu airport, followed by a transfer back to your hotel with lasting memories of Mount Everest.

Price Included

What's Included

  • Helicopter tour
  • Airport transfer
  • Airport Tax
  • National park fee
  • Breakfast

What's not Included

  • Personal Expenses
  • Beverage
  • Travel and medical Insurance

Trip Important Notes

Mount Everest Heli Tour Packing list

  • Down Jacket 
  • Warm trousers
  • Woolen Hat 
  • Light Gloves
  • UV-protection Sunglasses
  • Comfortable Shoes 
  • Thermal Socks

Gear & Essentials:

  • Small Daypack 
  • Water Bottle 
  • Energy Bars/Snacks
  • Sunscreen (SPF 30+) & Lip Balm (UV is strong at high altitude)
  • Camera 
  • Passport
  • Face Mask or Scarf 

Miscellaneous

  • Personal Medication
  • Hand Sanitizer/Wet Wipes
  • Basic First Aid (band-aid, headache tablet, etc.)

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