Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with Landing at Kalapathar

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is a fantastic way to experience the breathtaking natural beauty, culture, and majestic mountains of the Khumbu region in a short amount of time. This exhilarating tour offers a close-up view of Mount Everest and other peaks, soaring above lush hills and rhododendron forests. It's perfect for adventure lovers seeking an adrenaline rush and an unforgettable experience.

For many, Mount Everest is a dream destination, but not everyone can undertake the entire trekking route due to time constraints or health issues. The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour provides the ideal solution, allowing people to witness Everest's grandeur without extensive walking.

This tour is an excellent addition to any Nepal travel itinerary, providing a swift journey from Kathmandu to Mount Everest and back. While it may seem a bit expensive at first, the option of chartering or joining a group can make it more affordable per person.

The trip can be enjoyed solo or with a small group, making it a flexible option for various travelers. Those who have experienced the EBC Helicopter Tour attest that every minute is unforgettable, and the journey starts with excitement right from Kathmandu.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with Landing at Kalapathar

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with a landing at Kalapathar is a remarkable one-day adventure that offers a close-up view of Mount Everest and the surrounding peaks. Departing from Kathmandu, the helicopter journey takes you through stunning landscapes, including the snow-capped Jugal Himal, Langtang range, and Gaurishankar.

A brief stop at Lukla allows for refueling and a taste of the mountain air before entering the Sagarmatha National Park. Flying over Namche Bazaar, you'll catch sight of peaks like Ama Dablam, Kusum Kanguru, Thamserku, and Kwangde. Passing through Sherpa villages like Syangboche, Tengboche, and Gorak Shep, the tour reaches the Everest Base Camp, located at 5,380m near the Khumbu icefall.

At the base camp, you'll have 10-15 minutes to soak in the awe-inspiring surroundings, with views of Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, and other glaciers. The helicopter will then fly over the base camp to land at Kalapathar, a renowned viewpoint offering a 360-degree panorama of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Cho Oyu, Ama Dablam, and more.

After a pleasant stop at Syangboche for breakfast and views from the Everest View Hotel, the return journey takes you back to Lukla and finally to Kathmandu, completing the extraordinary Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour.

EBC Heli Tour Itinerary 

06:00am: Pickup from hotel or designated meeting point
06:15 am: Transfer to Kathmandu airport
06:45 am: Check-in to helicopter counter
07:00am: Takeoff, Kathmandu to Lukla
07:30 am: Landing, stop at Lukla to refuel Helicopter
07:45 am: Takeoff, Lukla to Everest Base Camp
08:00am: Landing at Everest Base Camp / Kala Patthar
08:15am: Takeoff, Everest Base Camp to Syangboche
08:30am: Landing, Breakfast at Everest View Hotel, Syangboche
09:30am: Takeoff, Syangboche to Lukla
09:45am: Landing, at Lukla for a short time for refueling Helicopter
10:00am: Takeoff, Return flight to Kathmandu
10:30am: Landing, Arrival at Kathmandu, and successful completion of Everest Base Camp Heli Tour
11:00am: Transfer to hotel
Note: The exact timing may vary depending on weather, air traffic, and other factors.