Trip code | EHCT-TN |
Package name | Everest Helicopter Tour |
Duration | 1 |
Max. elevation | 5545 m |
Level | EASY |
Transportation | Helicopter during the flight |
Accomodation | None |
Starts at | Kathmandu |
Ends at | Kathmandu |
Trip route | Kathmandu - Lukla- Everest View Hotel- Kalapathar- Everest View-Lukla- Kathmandu |
Cost | USD 1,500 per person |
6:00 AM - Pick up from Hotel:
Our tour representative will pick you up from your hotel in Kathmandu and transfer you to the airport for your Everest Helicopter Tour.
7:00 AM - Fly to Lukla:
After completing the necessary formalities at the airport, you will board a helicopter and begin your journey to Lukla. The flight will take approximately 30-40 minutes, and you will get to see some stunning views of the Himalayan range along the way.
8:00 AM - Fly to Kalapathar:
From Lukla, you will take a helicopter flight to Kalapathar, which is one of the best vantage points for views of Mount Everest and other peaks in the region. The flight will take around 10-15 minutes, and you will fly over the beautiful Khumbu Valley.
8:45 AM - Kalapathar Landing:
Upon reaching Kalapathar, you will land at the designated helipad and have some time to explore the area. You will get to see panoramic views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and other peaks in the region. This will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you will cherish forever.
9:00 AM - Fly to Hotel Everest View Hotel:
After spending some time at Kalapathar, you will take a short helicopter flight to the Hotel Everest View, which is situated at an altitude of 3,880 meters and offers breathtaking views of the Everest region. The flight will take around 10-15 minutes.
10:00 AM - Breakfast at Hotel Everest View:
Upon reaching the hotel, you will have one to two hours to enjoy breakfast and take in the views. The hotel offers a wide range of breakfast options, and you can choose to sit inside or outside on the terrace and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
11:00 AM - Fly to Lukla and back to Kathmandu:
After breakfast, you will board the helicopter and fly back to Lukla. From there, you will take a flight back to Kathmandu, where our tour representative will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel.
12:30 PM - Drop off at Hotel:
You will be dropped off at your hotel in Kathmandu, marking the end of your incredible Everest Helicopter Tour.
Note: Please be aware that the actual time for the Everest Helicopter Tour may take longer than the scheduled itinerary due to weather conditions and air traffic. The Himalayan region is known for its unpredictable weather, and in case of bad weather, the flights may get delayed or canceled. Moreover, air traffic congestion can also cause delays in helicopter flights. Our team will do their best to ensure that you have a smooth and enjoyable experience, but we appreciate your understanding in case of any unforeseen circumstances that may cause delays in the tour.