Everest Helicopter Tour with Landing
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Everest Helicopter Tour with Landing
Official NVT Expedition5.0/5.0 (112 Verified Reviews)
Quick Trip Facts
| Feature | Details |
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Destination / Region | Everest Region↗ |
Duration | 1 Days |
Trip Grade | easy |
Maximum Altitude | 5,545 m (Kala Patthar) |
Best Season | All Year Round (Except Monsoon Heavy Rain) |
Group Size | 1 - 5 Travelers per Heli |
Transportation | Domestic Flights & Tourist Vehicle |
Meals | Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner during Trek |
Accommodation | Standard Mountain Teahouses & Lodges |
Start & End Point | Kathmandu / Kathmandu |
Activities | helicopter-sightseeing-tours |
Walking Days | 1 Walking Days |
Daily Walking | 5 - 7 Hours Daily |
Overview of Everest Helicopter Tour with Landing
VIP helicopter flight from Kathmandu directly to Kala Patthar and Everest View Hotel for breakfast.
See Mount Everest up close in just 4 to 5 hours! Fly past Langtang and Gaurishankar, land at Kala Patthar (5,545m) for photo opportunities, and savor champagne breakfast at the Everest View Hotel.
The Everest Helicopter Tour with Landing is Nepal's most popular luxury experience. Leaving Kathmandu at sunrise in a high-performance Eurocopter B3/H125 helicopter, you soar past the Himalayan ranges, refuel in Lukla, and fly directly over Everest Base Camp and the Khumbu Icefall. You land at Kala Patthar (5,545m) for jaw-dropping photo opportunities directly in front of Mount Everest before flying to the Everest View Hotel in Syangboche for a warm breakfast overlooking Ama Dablam.
Trip Highlights
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Landing at Kala Patthar (5,545m) for close-up views of Mount Everest
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Fly directly over Everest Base Camp and Khumbu Icefall
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Breakfast on the terrace of Everest View Hotel (3,880m)
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Window seat guarantee with supplementary oxygen on board
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Complete return flight to Kathmandu in just 4 to 5 hours
Day-by-Day Itinerary (1 Days)
Detailed daily trekking distances, walking hours & stays
06:00 AM hotel pickup. Fly to Lukla for refueling. Scenic flight over EBC and land at Kala Patthar (10-15 mins). Fly to Everest View Hotel for 45-min breakfast. Return to Kathmandu by 11:00 AM.
⛰️ 5,545 m Day Tour Breakfast
What's Included
Included- Airport pick-up and drop-off by private tourist vehicle
- Licensed, experienced English-speaking trekking guide & Sherpa porters (1 porter for 2 trekkers)
- All necessary trekking permits (National Park, TIMS, Rural Municipality)
- Teahouse and mountain lodge accommodation along the trekking route
- Standard hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin-sharing basis with breakfast
- Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek
- Domestic flights or private ground transfers as specified in itinerary
- Wilderness First Aid medical kit and portable pulse oximeter
- Nepal View Trek duffel bag and official trek completion certificate
- All government taxes, VAT, and official service charges
What's Not Included
Excluded- International airfares to and from Kathmandu (Tribhuvan International Airport)
- Nepal entry tourist visa fees ($30 for 15 days, $50 for 30 days)
- Comprehensive travel and high-altitude emergency medical helicopter rescue insurance
- Personal trekking gear and technical equipment (down jacket, sleeping bag, trekking poles)
- Personal expenses (hot showers, device battery charging, Wi-Fi, bar bills, laundry)
- Tips and gratitude for trekking guides, porters, and vehicle drivers
- Extra expenses incurred by unforeseen events (flight cancellations, weather delays, landslides)
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Route Map & Elevation Profile
Route map for Everest Helicopter Tour with Landing will be updated soon.
Good to Know — Essential Preparation
Trip GuideAltitude & Acclimatization
Our itineraries are crafted with gradual ascent profiles to minimize Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Certified Sherpa guides carry fingertip pulse oximeters, medical first aid kits, and portable emergency oxygen at all times.
Permits, Passports & Paperwork
We manage and include all National Park, Conservation Area (ACAP/Sagarmatha), TIMS, and Restricted Area Permits on your behalf. Simply provide copies of your passport and 2 passport photos upon arrival in Kathmandu.
Recommended Trekking Packing Checklist
Checked & approved by Nepal View Trek lead guidesRequirements & Essentials4 essentials
- Good cardiovascular fitness and stamina for 5 to 7 hours of daily mountain walking
- Mandatory travel insurance covering emergency helicopter evacuation up to 6,000 meters
- Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity from entry date
- Layered cold-weather trekking clothing, sturdy broken-in hiking boots, and sun protection
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about preparation, safety, permits, and booking
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Due to extreme altitude (5,545m), ground landing time is 10 to 15 minutes to prevent acute mountain sickness while ensuring plenty of time for photos.
24/7 Local Sherpa Experts
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Comments & Reviews
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