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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is an amazing and unbelievable flight facing unparalleled views of more than 360° wide Himalayan peaks. Above the dramatic scenic landscapes of rolling green hills and valleys dotted with traditional farm villages. Certainly, a breathtaking flight of a lifetime experience, where all travelers and age-group can join on this flight to enchantment. Truly an awesome journey and an adventure in the comfort of a spacious helicopter, managed by an expert Nepalese pilot. Showing you the wonders of Nepal Himalayas flying close to the world's highest Mt. Everest, and other giant peaks.
A great way to enjoy the morning, flying into a clear blue Himalayan sky of more than three hours flight. Overlooking constant views of towering snow-clad peaks from the beginning to the end on Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. An opportunity for all travelers in Nepal having dreams to catch a glance at the world’s highest peaks and Mt. Everest. Due to the limited time for 11-12 days trekking to Everest base camp, this is the right perfect choice. As Everest Base
Camp Helicopter Tour will make your dreams into reality in a short frame of time. Trekking for almost two weeks, and taking a chopper for a few hours, the cost is almost the same. On
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, without any problem of altitude sickness or AMS; (Acute Mountain Sickness). Where most trekkers have to face reaching the highlight destinations, walking steep ups and down on Mountain trails.
Team Himalaya present this amazing Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, having time to enjoy the spectacular panorama of the Himalayan peak. As well, as having the closest views of Mt. Everest in harmony with the world’s highest mountain range.
The expert pilot makes a smooth landing at the scenic view point, just beneath the towering Mt. Pumori and Kalapathar hill. A perfect spot to enjoy the dramatic scenery of staggering giant peaks with Mt. Everest at a near distance. Allows passengers ample time to soak within stunning mountain scenery to capture in your cameras.
After an exciting moment, the helicopter takes you to another lovely spot at Everest View Hotel. One of the world's highest deluxe hotels, located on a scenic high ridge above the famous Namche Bazaar. At Everest View Hotel, enjoy the morning refreshment with the backdrop of Mt. Everest and magnificent Mt. Ama Dablam. Return flight to Kathmandu after ashort stop in Lukla for refueling then head west to land at Kathmandu airport.Where Team Himalaya staff transfer you to your hotel, after a wonderful scenic morning on Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour.
“Mind blowing panorama of more than 360° wide Himalayan range of peaks.
Stand beneath the towering Mt. Pumori and Kalapathar hill scenic view point.
Enjoy the jaw-dropping views of majestic Mt. Everest with adjoining giant peaks.
Refreshing stop on the world’s highest Everest View Hotel in the shade of Everest.
Stunning vista of snow peaks and rolling green hills from start to the end of flight”.
Group Sharing Helicopter Price on a per-person basis.
1 Person USD 999.
2 Person USD 990.
3 Person USD 975 .
4 Person USD 950 .
5 Person USD 940 .
Note : This group sharing price only available on October , November and april , may .
06:00 am: Pickup from your hotel.
Morning having a brief refreshment or carrying packed breakfast, Team Himalaya staff, receives you at the hotel lobby. Carrying only a needful items for the morning of few hours tour to Everest. Wearing the warm clothing for Everest BaseCamp Helicopter Tour.
06:15 am: Transfer to Kathmandu airport.
A short drive in a car or a coach depending upon size of a group from 2-5 people.The drive heads towards Kathmandu domestic airport terminal, and the car park.A few minutes walks to the entrance of airport terminal, where all airlines counter located.
06:45 am: Check-in to helicopter counter.
After going through X-ray machine for security purpose, walk to the helicopter counter. Where our staff and airlines personal will hand you a boarding pass of respective Helicopter airlines. Another short security check in case if you are carrying sharp items or lighter and matches.
Walk through rest / waiting rooms, as per the announcement for Helicopter flight a short drive to the Helipad. Where our pilot and crew members welcomes you and then board in the spacious chopper.
07:00 am: Take-off from Kathmandu to Lukla.
Getting introduced with the pilot / captain and being well seated fasten the safety belt. The pilot slowly takes off above the airport, and then enjoy the panorama of Kathmandu city and the valley. As the helicopter rises high overlooking grand visita of Western and Central Himalayan range. Includes view of Manaslu, Ganesh massif in the west with Langtang and Jugal Himal towards north.
The pilot turns the chopper towards north-east, facing grand views of Mt. Gaurishankar, Melung Tse, Numbur peaks with Mt. Everest. Includes dramatic scenery of country’s of rolling high green hills and valleys. Slowly the chopper heads due north, with close look of Lukla’s amazing Tenzing &Hillary Airport.
07:30 am: Landing at Lukla.
After a scenic and incredible panoramic views of Himalayan chain of peaks, as the pilot lands the chopper. Close on the side of airport runways, where a small Helipad located. The Helicopter lands for a short while to drop the extra fuel for the return trip ,as well to make the engine lighter for high altitude flights.
In the meantime enjoy a refreshing stop, observing the local activities of trekkers and local Sherpa. As well one can notice the native Sherpa’s cultures and customs facing views of Naulekh and Kongde peaks.
08:00 am: Take off from Luka, landing at Kalapathar base 5,242 m / 17, 192 feet.
Having a pleasant stop in Lukla, the get board in your seats for an exciting Advenoturous ride. The pilot takes off flying above, following the Dudh Koshi River valley gorge, and high from famous Namche Bazaar. The helicopter then heads north past over green hill of Tengboche covered in lovely woods.
Flying above Pheriche valley and its settlements of lodges, and resorts the flight continues past Lobuche and Gorakshep settlements. Then heads towards Everest base camp to make’s a swift round. Where you can catch glimpse of Everest base camp similar arctic like landscapes. Filled with rocks, moraine, ice, and glaciers with close looks of massif notorious Khumbu ice fall.
Finally, the pilot lands the helicopter on a wide field at the base of high Kalapathar rocky hill. A picturesque spot for a Helipad, getting off from the chopper enjoy Closest views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse.
A scenic place encircled by giant snow mountains with Mt. Pumori and Kalapathar Hill towers above. After a scenic moments within the close backdrop of Mt. Everest back to your seats.
08:15 am: Takeoff from Kalapathar to Everest View Hotel Helipad.
After an amazing and awesome experience, return flight with a short stop for breakfast. As the helicopter heads south to land on a high ridge clearing amidst beautiful tree lines of rhododendron and pines.
08:30 am: Landing at Everest View Hotel Helipad 3,880 m.
Landing at Everest View Hotel Helipad, enjoy the breakfast with backdrop of Mt. Everest and Ama Dablam. Enjoy the refreshing time at Everest View Hotel, on of the highest luxurious hotels around the Himalayas , probably in the whole world.
09:30 am: Takeoff from Everest View Hotel Helipad, flight to Lukla 2,820 m.
The Helicopter journey continues heading back to Kathmandu, after a brief stop at Lukla airport for refueling.
09:45 am: Landing, at Lukla for refueling helicopter.
After a pleasant morning with close views of towering peaks and Mt. Everest.Then the helicopter heads due south to land next to Lukla airport for refueling. An opportunity to set on the ground of Khumbu and Everest region for the last moments, enjoying the surrounding scenery.
10:00 am: Takeoff from Lukla, back to Kathmandu.
Bidding farewell to the Sherpa’s and the high country of Khumbu and Everest. Then get on board for an hour or less scenic flight back to Kathmandu.
10:30 am: Arrival at Kathmandu.
Enjoy the last hour of exciting panoramic flight to land at Kathmandu airport, and then thanking the pilot. Appreciating the most wonderful joy ride.
11:00 am: Transfer to hotels on reaching at the airport.
Reaching at the airport, the staff will transfer you for a short drive back to your respective hotels. After a memorable adventure of a lifetime experience on the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour.
The other extra cost includes a set breakfast at the price of US$ 40 per person.
Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park entrance fee at the cost of US$ 30 per person.
Depending upon the weather and pilot decision maximum of 30 minutes, allows
Plenty of time to enjoy the views. As well for taking photograph.
Yes, depending upon the company’s rules and policy, but a small charge will
be deducted for the transportation to and from the hotel-airport vice-
versa.
Certainly yes, all can join in a group of 5 on the wonderful scenic joy ride, for
above 5 using another Helicopter. Sometimes we shuttle back and forth from
Pheriche for above 4-5 passengers to make the helicopter lighter to fly over
Everest base camp. As well to land at the base of scenic Kalapathar.
Yes, for a single person the cost comes slightly higher for private charter or one
can join in with other group of passengers. Not exceeding more than five person.
Yes, a light portable oxygen cylinder available and carried in case of emergency.
For safety precautions, as Everest base camp does not have proper and safe
landing space for a Helipad. The movement of glaciers, as well rock fall and
avalanches can take place anytime. The other reason the view of Everest is not
seen from the base camp. Landing at Everest base camp disturbs and damaged
the pristine and fragile surrounding. As well we follow eco norms and responsible
tourism to keep the environment safe and undisturbed.
The best season from spring beginning of March to the end of May, as well
autumn/fall starts from September to end of November month.
March to May when sunlight is longer, lower areas can be very warm, and on hills with cooler air, as you get higher sunlight is brilliant on an open area. Higher above sunlight is strong with UV rays due to thin air, needs sunblock creams.
Next, best season is autumn / fall from September to end of November, where days are fine with crystal clear blue sky. One can enjoy during December and January, when day is clear and fine for views for helicopter.
Well fitting, comfortable boots / shoes are to be preferred over training shoes and warm clothing. Fiber Pile Jackets, Duvet / Down Jackets. Wool Balaclava, Wool Mitts, Water / Wind Proof Jacket and trousers. Sunglasses/ goggles and sun screen cream and camera gear.
The Helicopter for Everest flights around Nepal mountainous regions is the Euro copter AS 350 Squirrel. Including Ecureuil Helicopters are certified to fly above 2,300 feet / 7,010 m high. Accommodates, maximum of 5 adult passengers only. Subjective to high altitude and temperature on the landing site.
Ecureuil family namely AS 350 B 2 (2002 model), AS 350 B3 e (2012 model) & EC 130 B 4 (2002 model). Manufactured by Euro copter, France (a worldwide leader in civil and military helicopter production).
Besides, the cost for Everest base camp Helicopter Tour, depends upon on number of passengers. A special price for chartering from a single person or a group of 3-5 people. Team Himalaya, operated mostly for a group joining basis to make the cost affordable.
Excellent ways to get close to Mt. Everest and giant peaks of Himalayan range.It was out of my dreams, being so close within towering giant peaks with Mt. Everest at near distance. A great trip on Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour of few hours, truly recommendable for those who not have enough time to trek. It was so awesome and fascinating from the moment of take-off to landing facing mind-blowing views of Himalayan chain of peaks. Although it did not land at Everest base camp due to technical region, as well unsafe for landing the chopper. But the views from the base of high Kalapathar Hill, was so brilliant it was a breathtaking moments for all of us. Thanks to Team Himalaya for arranging this wonderful Everest Helicopter Tour.
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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is an amazing and unbelievable flight facing unparalleled views of more than 360° wide Himalayan peaks. Above the dramatic scenic landscapes of rolling green hills and valleys dotted with traditional farm villages. Certainly, a breathtaking flight of a lifetime experience, where all travelers and age-group can join on this flight to enchantment. Truly an awesome journey and an adventure in the comfort of a spacious helicopter, managed by an expert Nepalese pilot. Showing you the wonders of Nepal Himalayas flying close to the world's highest Mt. Everest, and other giant peaks.
A great way to enjoy the morning, flying into a clear blue Himalayan sky of more than three hours flight. Overlooking constant views of towering snow-clad peaks from the beginning to the end on Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. An opportunity for all travelers in Nepal having dreams to catch a glance at the world’s highest peaks and Mt. Everest. Due to the limited time for 11-12 days trekking to Everest base camp, this is the right perfect choice. As Everest Base
Camp Helicopter Tour will make your dreams into reality in a short frame of time. Trekking for almost two weeks, and taking a chopper for a few hours, the cost is almost the same. On
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, without any problem of altitude sickness or AMS; (Acute Mountain Sickness). Where most trekkers have to face reaching the highlight destinations, walking steep ups and down on Mountain trails.
Team Himalaya present this amazing Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, having time to enjoy the spectacular panorama of the Himalayan peak. As well, as having the closest views of Mt. Everest in harmony with the world’s highest mountain range.
The expert pilot makes a smooth landing at the scenic view point, just beneath the towering Mt. Pumori and Kalapathar hill. A perfect spot to enjoy the dramatic scenery of staggering giant peaks with Mt. Everest at a near distance. Allows passengers ample time to soak within stunning mountain scenery to capture in your cameras.
After an exciting moment, the helicopter takes you to another lovely spot at Everest View Hotel. One of the world's highest deluxe hotels, located on a scenic high ridge above the famous Namche Bazaar. At Everest View Hotel, enjoy the morning refreshment with the backdrop of Mt. Everest and magnificent Mt. Ama Dablam. Return flight to Kathmandu after ashort stop in Lukla for refueling then head west to land at Kathmandu airport.Where Team Himalaya staff transfer you to your hotel, after a wonderful scenic morning on Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour.
“Mind blowing panorama of more than 360° wide Himalayan range of peaks.
Stand beneath the towering Mt. Pumori and Kalapathar hill scenic view point.
Enjoy the jaw-dropping views of majestic Mt. Everest with adjoining giant peaks.
Refreshing stop on the world’s highest Everest View Hotel in the shade of Everest.
Stunning vista of snow peaks and rolling green hills from start to the end of flight”.
Group Sharing Helicopter Price on a per-person basis.
1 Person USD 999.
2 Person USD 990.
3 Person USD 975 .
4 Person USD 950 .
5 Person USD 940 .
Note : This group sharing price only available on October , November and april , may .
06:00 am: Pickup from your hotel.
Morning having a brief refreshment or carrying packed breakfast, Team Himalaya staff, receives you at the hotel lobby. Carrying only a needful items for the morning of few hours tour to Everest. Wearing the warm clothing for Everest BaseCamp Helicopter Tour.
06:15 am: Transfer to Kathmandu airport.
A short drive in a car or a coach depending upon size of a group from 2-5 people.The drive heads towards Kathmandu domestic airport terminal, and the car park.A few minutes walks to the entrance of airport terminal, where all airlines counter located.
06:45 am: Check-in to helicopter counter.
After going through X-ray machine for security purpose, walk to the helicopter counter. Where our staff and airlines personal will hand you a boarding pass of respective Helicopter airlines. Another short security check in case if you are carrying sharp items or lighter and matches.
Walk through rest / waiting rooms, as per the announcement for Helicopter flight a short drive to the Helipad. Where our pilot and crew members welcomes you and then board in the spacious chopper.
07:00 am: Take-off from Kathmandu to Lukla.
Getting introduced with the pilot / captain and being well seated fasten the safety belt. The pilot slowly takes off above the airport, and then enjoy the panorama of Kathmandu city and the valley. As the helicopter rises high overlooking grand visita of Western and Central Himalayan range. Includes view of Manaslu, Ganesh massif in the west with Langtang and Jugal Himal towards north.
The pilot turns the chopper towards north-east, facing grand views of Mt. Gaurishankar, Melung Tse, Numbur peaks with Mt. Everest. Includes dramatic scenery of country’s of rolling high green hills and valleys. Slowly the chopper heads due north, with close look of Lukla’s amazing Tenzing &Hillary Airport.
07:30 am: Landing at Lukla.
After a scenic and incredible panoramic views of Himalayan chain of peaks, as the pilot lands the chopper. Close on the side of airport runways, where a small Helipad located. The Helicopter lands for a short while to drop the extra fuel for the return trip ,as well to make the engine lighter for high altitude flights.
In the meantime enjoy a refreshing stop, observing the local activities of trekkers and local Sherpa. As well one can notice the native Sherpa’s cultures and customs facing views of Naulekh and Kongde peaks.
08:00 am: Take off from Luka, landing at Kalapathar base 5,242 m / 17, 192 feet.
Having a pleasant stop in Lukla, the get board in your seats for an exciting Advenoturous ride. The pilot takes off flying above, following the Dudh Koshi River valley gorge, and high from famous Namche Bazaar. The helicopter then heads north past over green hill of Tengboche covered in lovely woods.
Flying above Pheriche valley and its settlements of lodges, and resorts the flight continues past Lobuche and Gorakshep settlements. Then heads towards Everest base camp to make’s a swift round. Where you can catch glimpse of Everest base camp similar arctic like landscapes. Filled with rocks, moraine, ice, and glaciers with close looks of massif notorious Khumbu ice fall.
Finally, the pilot lands the helicopter on a wide field at the base of high Kalapathar rocky hill. A picturesque spot for a Helipad, getting off from the chopper enjoy Closest views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse.
A scenic place encircled by giant snow mountains with Mt. Pumori and Kalapathar Hill towers above. After a scenic moments within the close backdrop of Mt. Everest back to your seats.
08:15 am: Takeoff from Kalapathar to Everest View Hotel Helipad.
After an amazing and awesome experience, return flight with a short stop for breakfast. As the helicopter heads south to land on a high ridge clearing amidst beautiful tree lines of rhododendron and pines.
08:30 am: Landing at Everest View Hotel Helipad 3,880 m.
Landing at Everest View Hotel Helipad, enjoy the breakfast with backdrop of Mt. Everest and Ama Dablam. Enjoy the refreshing time at Everest View Hotel, on of the highest luxurious hotels around the Himalayas , probably in the whole world.
09:30 am: Takeoff from Everest View Hotel Helipad, flight to Lukla 2,820 m.
The Helicopter journey continues heading back to Kathmandu, after a brief stop at Lukla airport for refueling.
09:45 am: Landing, at Lukla for refueling helicopter.
After a pleasant morning with close views of towering peaks and Mt. Everest.Then the helicopter heads due south to land next to Lukla airport for refueling. An opportunity to set on the ground of Khumbu and Everest region for the last moments, enjoying the surrounding scenery.
10:00 am: Takeoff from Lukla, back to Kathmandu.
Bidding farewell to the Sherpa’s and the high country of Khumbu and Everest. Then get on board for an hour or less scenic flight back to Kathmandu.
10:30 am: Arrival at Kathmandu.
Enjoy the last hour of exciting panoramic flight to land at Kathmandu airport, and then thanking the pilot. Appreciating the most wonderful joy ride.
11:00 am: Transfer to hotels on reaching at the airport.
Reaching at the airport, the staff will transfer you for a short drive back to your respective hotels. After a memorable adventure of a lifetime experience on the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour.
The other extra cost includes a set breakfast at the price of US$ 40 per person.
Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park entrance fee at the cost of US$ 30 per person.
Depending upon the weather and pilot decision maximum of 30 minutes, allows
Plenty of time to enjoy the views. As well for taking photograph.
Yes, depending upon the company’s rules and policy, but a small charge will
be deducted for the transportation to and from the hotel-airport vice-
versa.
Certainly yes, all can join in a group of 5 on the wonderful scenic joy ride, for
above 5 using another Helicopter. Sometimes we shuttle back and forth from
Pheriche for above 4-5 passengers to make the helicopter lighter to fly over
Everest base camp. As well to land at the base of scenic Kalapathar.
Yes, for a single person the cost comes slightly higher for private charter or one
can join in with other group of passengers. Not exceeding more than five person.
Yes, a light portable oxygen cylinder available and carried in case of emergency.
For safety precautions, as Everest base camp does not have proper and safe
landing space for a Helipad. The movement of glaciers, as well rock fall and
avalanches can take place anytime. The other reason the view of Everest is not
seen from the base camp. Landing at Everest base camp disturbs and damaged
the pristine and fragile surrounding. As well we follow eco norms and responsible
tourism to keep the environment safe and undisturbed.
The best season from spring beginning of March to the end of May, as well
autumn/fall starts from September to end of November month.
March to May when sunlight is longer, lower areas can be very warm, and on hills with cooler air, as you get higher sunlight is brilliant on an open area. Higher above sunlight is strong with UV rays due to thin air, needs sunblock creams.
Next, best season is autumn / fall from September to end of November, where days are fine with crystal clear blue sky. One can enjoy during December and January, when day is clear and fine for views for helicopter.
Well fitting, comfortable boots / shoes are to be preferred over training shoes and warm clothing. Fiber Pile Jackets, Duvet / Down Jackets. Wool Balaclava, Wool Mitts, Water / Wind Proof Jacket and trousers. Sunglasses/ goggles and sun screen cream and camera gear.
The Helicopter for Everest flights around Nepal mountainous regions is the Euro copter AS 350 Squirrel. Including Ecureuil Helicopters are certified to fly above 2,300 feet / 7,010 m high. Accommodates, maximum of 5 adult passengers only. Subjective to high altitude and temperature on the landing site.
Ecureuil family namely AS 350 B 2 (2002 model), AS 350 B3 e (2012 model) & EC 130 B 4 (2002 model). Manufactured by Euro copter, France (a worldwide leader in civil and military helicopter production).
Besides, the cost for Everest base camp Helicopter Tour, depends upon on number of passengers. A special price for chartering from a single person or a group of 3-5 people. Team Himalaya, operated mostly for a group joining basis to make the cost affordable.
Excellent ways to get close to Mt. Everest and giant peaks of Himalayan range.It was out of my dreams, being so close within towering giant peaks with Mt. Everest at near distance. A great trip on Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour of few hours, truly recommendable for those who not have enough time to trek. It was so awesome and fascinating from the moment of take-off to landing facing mind-blowing views of Himalayan chain of peaks. Although it did not land at Everest base camp due to technical region, as well unsafe for landing the chopper. But the views from the base of high Kalapathar Hill, was so brilliant it was a breathtaking moments for all of us. Thanks to Team Himalaya for arranging this wonderful Everest Helicopter Tour.
sanjay ghosh
16th Jan, 2023
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© 2011 - 2023 All rights reserved. Team Himalaya Pvt Ltd. Developed By: Xenatech Nepal.