Everest Helicopter Tour 3 Days
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Duration
3 Days
Difficulty
Easy
Group Size
1-10 People
Max Altitude
5,550m. / 18,209ft.
Best Season
Spring & Autumn
Activity
Heli Tour
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
4 star hotel
Trip Introduction of Everest Helicopter Tour 3 Days
Many people have the dream of seeing Mount Everest up close and making it to its Base Camp, but not everyone enjoys the difficult hike to the base camp of the 8,848-meter (29,029-foot) tallest mountain in the world. Everest is a worthwhile trek, but those who lack the time or desire for the arduous trip can still enjoy the experience. Our Everest Helicopter Tour offers a breathtaking view of the nearby hundreds of snow-capped Himalayan mountains.
You will fly over the Everest base camp and the magnificent Himalayan mountain range on Everest Summit Treks and Expedition, Everest Heli trip. You will then land at the well-known Kalapatthar viewpoint, which is 5,545 meters above sea level. This breathtaking spot, which is at the foot of the world’s highest mountain, is genuinely unique.
We take off from the domestic airport in Kathmandu at six in the morning. We begin with a view of the Kathmandu Valley and the hills that surround it, and then we fly east toward the Everest region, taking in views of mountains like Dorje Lakpa, Langtang, and Ganesh Himal. Gaurishankar, Makalu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Langsisa, Cho Oyu, Mount Everest, Mt. Plumori, the Kubu Ice Falls, etc. In order to take pictures at this great height with breathtaking peaks in the background, we will fly over Everest base camp and land briefly on Kalapather viewpoint. We then take a plane back, enjoying the view of numerous mountains, including Everest (8,848m), Amadablam (6,812m), Thamserku (6,623m), Khumbila (5,761m), and Kwangde (6,011m). The entire scene is captivating as the mountains are illuminated by the golden beams of the early morning sun. In order to reach the Everest View Hotel, which is the highest height and the greatest spot for breakfast while taking in views of Everest and the surrounding peaks, we will make a stop at Syangboche Airport. We eat breakfast and then take a plane back to Kathmandu. Three hours will be the whole flight time (Everest Heli tour), plus additional time for breakfast, photography, mountain watching, etc., for a total of almost four hours.
The itinerary is as follows: Kathmandu to LUKLA to MT. Everest Base Camp, Kalapatthar to Syangboche Everest View Hotel (breakfast), etc.
Duration: flying time of at least four hours, Kalapatthar photo session, and Everest View Hotel breakfast
Detail Itinerary of Everest Helicopter Tour 3 Days - 3 Days
Day 1: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu (1350m)
Our office staff will wait to pick you up and have a car ready when you arrive at the Kathmandu airport. As soon as you see them, they will welcome you and extend the traditional Nepalese hospitality. Afterward, they will drive you to the Thamel, Kathmandu, at your reserved hotel room.
Activity & Duration
Drive for 30 minutes
Highest Altitude
1,350m/4,429ft. (Kathmandu )
Accommodation
4 Star HotelDay 2: Flight from Kathmandu - Lukla (2860m) -Kala Pattar (5550m) - Everest view hotel the back to kathmandu (1350m) Duration 4 hours
This is a four-hour flight with a maximum of three passengers each aircraft. Beginning at Tribhuvan International Airport, this four-hour excursion takes off for a picturesque flight to the Khumbu (Everest) region, where you will undoubtedly be rewarded by an incredibly stunning display of the Himalayas.
Activity & Duration
Flight for 4 hours
Highest Altitude
5,550m/18,209ft. (Kala pattar)
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
4 Star hotel kathmanduDay 3: Departure Day for Home Sweet Home
It’s time to say goodbye after 3 days of the Everest Heli Tour. After taking a healthy breakfast, our representative will drop you at Kathmandu airport; prior 3-4 hours before your flight departure time.. You may extend your days for another trip with us.
Activity & Duration
Drive for 30 minutes
Highest Altitude
1,350m/4,429ft. (Kathmandu)
Meals
Breakfast
Cost Includes / Excludes
What is included?
- Two night’s 4 Star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Pickups and drops at airports
- Three-plus-hour helicopter ride
- Every official tax and service fee
- Sagarmatha National Park costs for entrance and required permits
What is excluded?
Anything else not specifically addressed
Detail information about the trip
Lukla (2,860m) to Kathmandu (1,350m)
You will be taken from the hotel early in the morning and dropped off at the airport in Kathmandu. After boarding the helicopter, you will start the journey to Lukla.
Please keep in mind that since this is a mountain helicopter tour, weather-related delays or even flight cancellations are possible.
Please be advised that delays can occur.
Refueling in Lukla (2,860m)
As soon as you step onto the helicopter, the trip to Lukla will commence. On the journey to Lukla, you will get a view of the Kathmandu Valley from the top of the helicopter.. Keep an eye out for the numerous snow-capped mountains, hills, and rivers along the route.
It will take forty-five minutes to go from Kathmandu to Lukla. A brief refueling break will be made in Lukla. The Nepalese district of Solukhumbu contains the little town of Lukla. It is well-known for having the shortest airport runway and serving as the starting point for the Everest Base Camp Trek.
Following refueling, Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp will be overflewn as part of the excursion.
Everest Base Camp, Syanboche, Kala Patthar (5,644m), Lukla (2,860m), and Everest View Hotel (3,880m)
It will be an exciting helicopter journey from Lukla. The captivating vistas of the verdant hills, rivers, and Khumbu Glacier will astound you. After that, the helicopter will pass above Kala Patthar, where you will be encircled by towering peaks like as the Khumbu Icefall, Mount Everest, Nuptse, Changtse, Lhotse, and Pumori. The helicopter will not land here, but you will still have lots of chances to take beautiful aerial pictures and savor the occasion.
The route then includes an overflight of Everest Base Camp, where you will observe mountains, icefalls, glaciers, and a number of trekking camps.
Following an incredible experience, you will proceed to the Everest View Hotel in Syanboche. One of the highest-ranking hotels in the world is the Everest View Hotel. At 13,000 feet, the Everest View Hotel was indeed named as one of the highest places in the world by the Guinness Book of World Records in 2004.
Enjoy your preferred breakfast while taking in the breathtaking 360-degree mountain vista.
Syanboche (3,880m) to Lukla (2,860m)
After you have completed your dinner, you will head back to Lukla. On the way back, look for rivers and take in the view of the expansive Himalayas.
Lukla (2,860m) to Kathmandu (1,350m)
There will be another quick stop at Lukla to refuel the helicopter.The incredible Everest Helicopter Tour comes to an end when you return to Kathmandu, which should take you 15 to 20 minutes.
The Ideal Time to Go
Spring (March–May) and fall (September–November) are the best seasons to take this helicopter tour. The best weather and clearest skies are available at these times, so you can enjoy the magnificent view to the fullest without being distracted by bad weather or dense clouds.
Tailored Experiences
This helicopter tour is available as a solo or group expedition, so you can select the experience that best suits your preferences. Whether you prefer the camaraderie of a group or the individualized attention of a private tour, we promise a seamless and remarkable journey from start to finish.
The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, which combines a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu with a helicopter flight over the Himalayas, is a good option for people seeking out different experiences. A little more daring 5-day trip that includes a walk to the Everest View Hotel and a helicopter return to Lukla is the Everest View Heli Tour.
