Fly to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar in a single day. Breakfast at Everest View Hotel, aerial views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam, with zero trekking required.
On our Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, savor a delectable breakfast among the Himalayan giants at the Everest View Hotel, soaking in awe-inspiring panoramas of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam.
Touch down at Kala Patthar, a vantage point renowned for its unbeatable views of Everest, standing at the roof of the world.
Circle around Everest Base Camp, gazing upon the majestic peak and witnessing the spirit of climbers who have made this their launch point for the summit.
Fly like a bird and experience the legendary Mt. Everest surroundings via the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. Travel in style and explore the authentic Khumbu region with us. Flying over the iconic Himalayas surpasses any ordinary holiday adventure. Mountain Hawk aims to make this experience accessible to everyone, regardless of your physical fitness or endurance. The highlight of the tour is Mt. Everest (8,848 m), but there are numerous other lofty peaks to feast your eyes on.
The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour offers the chance to explore the Himalayas of the Khumbu region, including the hilly landscape en route from Kathmandu. The roughly four-hour journey presents a stunning Himalayan experience. Our experienced and reliable helicopter crew provides ample sightseeing stops where you can enjoy the journey. Kala Patthar, often called the photographer’s paradise, is a highlight. Our experienced mountain guide accompanies you throughout the trip. To avoid any altitude sickness, you should not stay too long at Kala Patthar, as the immediate change in altitude can affect your breathing.
The itinerary is designed for travelers to experience both the ground and air environments of the region. During expedition season, Base Camp looks especially colorful with tents from climbing teams around the world. After hovering over Everest Base Camp, the trip heads toward Syangboche, home to the highest-altitude airport in the world. A one-hour break is allocated for a meal at the Everest View Hotel, where you can capture scenic pictures of Namche Bazaar framed by Thamserku in the east and Kongde Ri in the west. The trip then returns to Lukla for refueling before flying back to Kathmandu.
For a safe helicopter experience with exceptional hospitality and excellent logistics at a competitive rate, choose the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with us. We strive to present a memorable opportunity to explore the Khumbu region and the Mahalangur Himalayan range.
1 days from Kathmandu arrival to departure. Hover any day for full details.
Departure from Tribhuvan International Airport. Fly into the Himalayas including Everest Base Camp with a closest-view landing at Kala Patthar, followed by a refreshment stop and breakfast at the Everest View Hotel in Syangboche. Return to Lukla for refueling and fly back to Kathmandu.
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu
Helicopter charter (shared or private)
Experienced mountain guide
Breakfast/lunch at Everest View Hotel
All airport taxes and fuel surcharges
Kala Patthar landing permit
Travel insurance (mandatory)
Personal expenses and tips
Extra meals or beverages
Items not mentioned in inclusions
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