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Day trip to Everest base camp helicopter tour

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Day trip to Everest base camp helicopter tour

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Overview

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour - about  5  hours round trip, once in a life time experience starts from USD 1247 per person 
 
Group size maximum : 5 pax  ( private trip or group join basis) 
 
Flying from Kathmandu by helicopter to enjoy breathtaking views of Everest and the Khumbu valley – the land of the Sherpas.
 
You may always been yearning to fly like a bird or  maybe a helicopter flight  has been a long-standing dream of your, come join Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with us for flight of a life time! 
 
Incredible Everest base camp heli tour  Overview : 
 
 
Every year almost a million tourist visit Nepal and over 150,0000  fly to Everest region to witness the Khumbu Valler’s spectacular beauty and the world famous 8000 + mtr. Himalaya range including Mount Everest.  Our helicopter tour to Everest base camp has long been a favorite Heli ride for many tourists.
 
The famous Everest Helicopter tour is a time-saver to have a pleasant experience on Everest who have short time as this is just a day trip ( 5 hours max).   The Everest Khumbu region’s natural beauty is best seen from the sky, where you enjoy panoramic and close up view of  high snow-capped Himalayas, glaciers, incredible landscape and famous Sherpa settlements.  About four-hour journey across the Khumbu region in helicopter - a must do adventure in life! 
 
The fantastic aerial helicopter tour begins in Kathmandu airport, the comfortable forward-facing seat offers you unparalleled views of the world’s tallest peaks. This thrilling excursion takes you through the beautiful Everest region in a luxury helicopter for a fantastic Nepal tour experience you will never forget in life! 
 
In our luxury helicopter ride tour , you will enjoy close up views snow-capped peaks as flight almost flies above the Khumbu glacier and the Everest Base Camp. After a 20-25 minute flight, the helicopter lands at Kala Patthar (5,545 meters) or does overfly of Everest Base Camp ( 53 meter. The interesting fact is you will get the face to face view of tallest mountain on earth Mt. Everest, Nuptse west face, Lhotse, Khumbutse, Pumori, and Ama Dablam all mountain in one go. 
 
Once you enjoy and capture this beautiful moment, you will fly to Everest view hotel for breakfast. You can enjoy a hot breakfast with a fantastic view of the Himalayas surrounding you. After this, you will eventually fly back to Kathmandu with a few minutes of a stop at Lukla for refueling. Once you arrive at Kathmandu airport, we will take you  back to your hotel.
 
The stunning aerial views of the Everest mountain range will leave you mesmerized. Besides, you can also opt for different heli tours to other popular trekking regions. It includes Annapurna Base Camp Heli Tour,  Langtang Gosainkunda Heli Tour, Manaslu Heli Tour or Mustang Heli tour.  So if you have short time and love to see Nepal’s amazing mountain scenery please come and join our Everest Heli tour.
 
The whole Idea to show you close up world’s highest mountains by helicopter in a short time giving a chance to click some good photos.
 
 
 Highlights of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
 
Aircraft Model AS350 H125 or different  
 
Over fly the Mount Everest Base Camp, where you will witness the mountaineers who camp there before ascending Mt. Everest 
Witness the outstanding view of the Himalayan range from a helicopter ride a  jaw-dropping views of the Himalayas and valley 
Land at Kala Patthar at the altitude of 5,545 meters to get close up view of Mt. Everest 
Visit Sagarmatha National Park, the world’s famous nature reserve in the Himalaya
Bird-eye view of the highest mountain in the world Mt. Everest and other high mountain peaks, including Lhotse (8,516 m), Nuptse (7,861 m), Phortse (3,950 m), Cho Oyu (8,210 m) 
 view of the Khumbu icefall
Enjoy the delicious breakfast at the highest place hotel in the world - the famous Everest View Hotel
 
An Outline Itinerary to follow on Everest Helicopter tour 
 
Morning around 5 AM we take you to airport and do some formalities to fly and go to Helicopter ground to board the flight 
First we fly Kathmandu- Lukla (Fueling) Flight Time: 45 Minutes Ground Time: 7-10 Minutes
Fly from Lukla – Everest Base Camp (Kalapatthar) Flight Time: 25 Minutes Ground Time: 7-10 Minutes
Everest Base Camp (Kalapatthar) – Syangboche  ( that is where you can enjoy the breakfast at Everest View hotel) Flight Time: 15 Minutes Ground Time: 30 Minutes
Fly Syangboche – Lukla – Kathmandu Flight Time: 1hrs 10 Minutes
 
Helicopter tour -  Highlights
Thrilling helicopter tour to Everest Base camp.
Helicopter Land and stop for Breakfast in Everest View Hotel
Short Landing in Kalapatter to see Everest and other high mountains and feel the altitude
Great views of famous peaks such as Ama Dablam, Lhotse (8,516 m), Nuptse (7,861 m), Phortse (3,950 m), Cho Oyu (8,210 m) 
Stunning landscapes, Icefalls, and glaciers.
Beautiful villages and valleys.
 
 
 Outlined Itinerary for Helicopter tour 
 
5:30 AM - 6:30 AM :
Hotel pick up and drop to the domestic terminal of International Airport, Kathmandu. Hotel pick up and drop to the domestic terminal of International Airport, Kathmandu.
Your Everest helicopter tour will start from  Kathmandu airport. 
 
6:30 AM - 7:00 AM :
Preparation and processing to take your scheduled helicopter flight to EBC with a landing.
 
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM :
Fly to Lukla (2,845 meters) 
8:00 AM - 8:15 AM :
Flight Refueling at Lukla Airport 
 
8:15 AM - 8:30 AM :
Fly to Kala Patthar (5,450 meters) 
 
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM :
Land and Explore around Kala Patthar (5,450 meters) 
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM :
Fly to Syangboche (Everest View Hotel) (3,950 meters) 
 
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM :
Breakfast Time at Everest View Hotel 
 
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM :
Fly to Lukla and Refuel 
 
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM :
Fly back to Kathmandu 
Everest  helicopter tour is more than just a flight where you can gawp at the breathtaking landscapes before you. The 4 to 5  hours Helicopter tour lets you land in the Kalapatthar, where you will indulge in the view of the mighty Everest and majestic peaks.
 
Price Includes
Chartered Helicopter ( min. 5 person so private or shared basis)
All government tax
Sightseeing as per itinerary
Passenger insurance
 
Price Excludes
National park entry permit (NRS. 3,000 per person)
Pasang lhamu Local government tax (NRS. 2,000 per person)
Airport tax (NRS. 500 per person)
Breakfast about USD. 30 per person (optional)
 
 
Note: 
The helicopter capacity during Everest Base Camp Heli Tour is five passengers and one captain. The passenger weight limit from Kathmandu to Lukla is 500 kg. At the same time, the weight limit from Lukla to Kala Patthar/ base camp is 250 kg. So, we have to run two shuttle flights from Lukla by spitting body weight 250 kg on average.

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Cost Includes/ Excludes

Includes

Price Includes : 
Chartered Helicopter ( min. 5 person so private or shared basis)
All government tax
Sightseeing as per itinerary
Passenger insurance

Excludes

Price Excludes : 
National park entry permit (NRS. 3,000 per person)
Pasang lhamu Local government tax (NRS. 2,000 per person)
Airport tax (NRS. 500 per person)
Breakfast about USD. 30 per person (optional)

Itinerary

Everest Base camp Helicopter tour - a day trip from Kathmandu

 Outlined Itinerary for Helicopter tour  5:30 AM - 6:30 AM : Hotel pick up and drop to the domestic terminal of International Airport, Kathmandu. Hotel pick up and drop to the domestic terminal of International Airport, Kathmandu. Your Everest helicopter tour will start from  Kathmandu airport.  6:30 AM - 7:00 AM : Preparation and processing to take your scheduled helicopter flight to EBC with a landing. 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM : Fly to Lukla (2,845 meters)  8:00 AM - 8:15 AM : Flight Refueling at Lukla Airport  8:15 AM - 8:30 AM : Fly to Kala Patthar (5,450 meters)  8:30 AM - 8:45 AM : Land and Explore around Kala Patthar (5,450 meters)  8:45 AM - 9:00 AM : Fly to Syangboche (Everest View Hotel) (3,950 meters)  9:00 AM - 9:30 AM : Breakfast Time at Everest View Hotel  9:30 AM - 10:00 AM : Fly to Lukla and Refuel  10:00 AM - 11:00 AM : Fly back to Kathmandu  Everest  helicopter tour is more than just a flight where you can gawp at the breathtaking landscapes before you. The 4 to 5  hours Helicopter tour lets you land in the Kalapatthar, where you will indulge in the view of the mighty Everest and majestic peaks.

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What makes this Luxury Everest Heli Trek Different?

This package is one of our premium offerings, designed to provide you with the perfect blend of adventure and luxury. At Earthbound Expeditions, we believe in providing our clients with the best possible experience, and this Luxury Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is a testament to that.

From the moment you arrive in Kathmandu, you will be staying in a 4-star hotel that offers all the premium amenities and comfort.

While you are on the trip, you are accompanied by a professional and experienced guide who will take care of all your needs.

As you trek to Everest Base Camp, you will stay in the best lodges that offer comfortable rooms, bathrooms, and delicious meals. Our relaxed approach to travel makes sure that you have ample time to rest and acclimatize. We also allow you to fully enjoy the stunning landscapes and views of the Himalayas.

We will take utmost care of you and your needs and can even modify the itinerary to suit your preferences. If you need more time for acclimatization or want to visit a particular spot, we can make it happen.

This luxury tour to Everest is all about providing luxury and comfort in every possible way. We believe that every client is special, and we strive to make your experience unforgettable. From the helicopter rides to the base camp to the comfortable lodges and delicious meals, every aspect of this trip has been designed to make you feel pampered and relaxed.

Route Map of the Luxury Everest Base Camp Tour

The following route map to Everest provides a visual overview of our itinerary. You can save it for later as well.

Altitude Map - Luxury Everest Heli Trek

In conclusion, if you're looking for a luxury trekking experience that combines adventure with comfort, the Luxury Helicopter Trip to Everest Base Camp offered by Earthbound Expeditions is the perfect choice for you. With top-notch accommodations, experienced guides, and a flexible itinerary that can be customized to meet your specific needs, this trip is designed to ensure that you have an unforgettable experience. Whether you're a seasoned trekker or a first-time adventurer, you can rest assured that every aspect of your journey will be taken care of with the utmost care and attention to detail. So, pack your bags, and get ready to embark on a journey of a lifetime just at a price of $2,967/person.

Reviews

Daniel R

Daniel R

Everest Base Camp Trek, April 2018
This was the trip of a lifetime for me, this company Earthbound went above what I expected! I would not hesitate to use them again. Before the trip all questions were answered promptly, the guides were professional and knowledgeable.

Subbu, USA

Subbu, USA

Unforgettable dream trek to Everest Base Camp thanks to Earthbound! Outstanding & highly recommended company for trekking and sightseeing in Nepal! Earthbound run brilliantly by Rajan ji planned and executed our Everest Base Camp to perfection! The awesome service is rendered with a smile at any hour of the day. Starting with the driver Raju ji who meets you like a long lost brother to the peerless mountain guide Shree Ram ji and to the untiring sherpas Sumanth ji and Kumar ji we are in capable and caring hands all thru this journey. We did the 9-day EBC trek and flew back using helicopter from Gorakhshep. We stayed at the luxurious Ramada in Thamel. Easily one of the best hotels with great rooms and sumptuous breakfast with unbelievable variety. Exceptional service by the crew there led by Sanju ji. The pace of the hike was manageable and we rested in beautiful tea houses. They were spacious, clean, well stocked and had great food. Earthbound managed to get us rooms with attached bathrooms for 6 out of 8 nights!! We even got heated electric blankets in Debuche!! Shree Ram ji and Sumanth ji helped us at every step and even got us medicines for cold. The flight to Lukla and helicopter ride back were well organized and comfortable. They even arranged for my wife to fly into Kala Patthar and pick me up from Gorakhshep! We had 4 trekkers in our group. We also had a parallel Nepal tour for my wife and her sister which we will review separately. Even in Kathmandu our Earthbound hosts took us to Pashupati Nath, Swayambhu Nath and Boudh Nath before the trek and to a traditional Nepali dinner and cultural to celebrate our successful EBC trek. I'm indebted to Rajan ji and Earthbound crew for this unforgettable Nepal experience. They are now like family to us. I would highly recommend Earthbound for _any_ Nepal trip or trek. This is my second trip with Earthbound. I did Annapurna base camp trek with them last year!

Kelly and Palmer

Kelly and Palmer

Unforgettable Everest Base Camp Trek We just completed a 12-day trip to Everest Base Camp with Earthbound Expeditions. We have been on a number of trekking vacations, but this was by far the most amazing trip. The Himalayan mountain range was stunning and humbling. The Nepalese people, particularly those in the Khumbu region, were incredibly kind and hospitable. And of course, the food was delicious. We look forward to returning to Nepal again in the future and will definitely be using Earthbound Expeditions. Special thanks to the following individuals who made this a memorable, safe and joyful experience: (1) Rajan: Earthbound’s incredibly responsive and thoughtful leader. He patiently answered all of our questions about the trip prior to our arrival and accommodated many of our requests without question. He even picked us up at the airport and met with us again the day we came back from Base Camp. (2) Kumar: our Kathmandu city guide who shared his knowledge of Nepal’s rich history and culture by taking us to some World Heritage sites in Kathmandu. (3) Raju: our wonderful Kathmandu driver who ferried us safely back and forth to various destinations in Kathmandu and joined us our final night for a Nepalese cultural show. (4) Tiger: our wonderful porter who was never without a smile. He was kind and funny and always made sure we had everything we needed to be comfortable on our trek. He was with us every step of the way and thoughtfully checked in to see if we were tired along the way. (5) Shreeram: last, but not least, our fearless guide. Shree was incredibly knowledgeable and a pleasure to spend time with. He answered our many questions about food safety, high altitude sickness and hot showers with good humor and patience. He made sure we were hiking at a good pace to allow for altitude adjustment and shared his love of dal bhat with us. Most importantly, he instilled in us a deep appreciation for Nepal’s beauty, diversity and resilience.

Jonathan , USA

Jonathan , USA

12-Day Heli Trek to Everest Base Camp We completed the 12-Day Heli Trek to Everest Base Camp. Earthbound Expeditions made sure we were well prepared for our journey ahead, providing us with the best possible accommodations along the way. Our experience in Kathmandu, learning about the Hindu and Buddhist Cultures was remarkable. The trek to Everest Base Camp was truly about the journey, the relationships we built along the way, not to mention the relief and excitement we felt taking the helicopter back down the mountain. I can't wait to take another trip with Earthbound Expeditions, hopefully making my first ice climb to above 6,000 meters. Thank you to Shree, Abishek, Jiban, and Don for all of your help, expertise, and friendship along the way; I hope to see you again soon!

Christine B

Christine B

Unforgettable EBC trek Nepal My fiancé and I completed the EBC trek with Earthbound Expeditions using Helicopter also and have nothing but extraordinary things to say about the whole experience! For months leading up to our departure, Rajan answered all of our many inquiries and made sure we were all set for a life changing journey. Once in Kathmandu, we met our wonderful guide Gopal! We truly felt in the best of hands with Gopal who so generously shared the amazing Nepali culture with us throughout our trek. He ensured we were always comfortable, ate enough, rested enough and walked slowly to ensure we make it all the way to EBC. We cannot thank him enough for helping us achieve one of our dreams. And a big thank you to our porter Kancha! We truly had a dream team!! Looking forward to returning to this incredible country for another trek with Earthbound!!

Daksha , UK

Daksha , UK

Really happy.. “This company Earthbound is amazing, we arranged to go to Everest base camp through them. They were so professional and organised the whole trip, they looked after us at each stage even after when we planned to go to Pokhara for a sort break after our Everest trek. They arranged flights to hotel accomodation, transport so we didn't have to worry about it. Nothing was a big thing for them. Thank you to Rajan, Badri and all the team for making our dream come true. I would definitely be going back to Annpurna and would go through them to arrange everything for me. Giving you 5*s.. All the best..” from UK.

SandramCklv, Colorado

SandramCklv, Colorado

Everest Base Camp Nepal Heli Trek 12 Days... My life dream was to reach Mountain Everest after climbing Kilimanjaro mountain in Africa. The dream I had for many years became true when I landed at Kathmandu Airport and meet beautiful people from Earthbound Expeditions. The trek itself was very wonderful and organized professionally, great Sherpas, great mountain scenery and great value. It was an everlasting memory provided by this great team for more than two weeks in the great Everest mountain. I recommend this team of Rajan for their great help during my trip to Everest and valuable information they provided to us which contributed a lot to the success of our trek to Everest. For sure I'll come back to climb this Mountain with my family and grand kids when they grow well and we will climb another trek again with Earthbound Expeditions. Thanks and highly recommended.

Torgeir M , Texas

Torgeir M , Texas

Excellent Nepali service Rajan and his team provided us with great service and comfort during our two weeks time in Nepal. Arjun, Gokul and Rajan were our guides and went beyond any of our expectations. With expertise, knowledge and humor, they showed us the best of Nepali culture. We have much to learn from you. The treks were excellent and well planned for our large group. I also recommend the Helicopter trips to Everest Base Camp area.

Kevin B , USA

Kevin B , USA

Complete Nepal Experience Rajan (Earthbound Expeditions CEO) and Arjun (our Sherpa and leisure guide), we’re EXCELLENT! You will not find anyone better for your Nepal adventure! They are friendly, patient, caring, thorough, and simply top-notch. We spent almost a month in Nepal and they cared for us 24-7. We were able to go to Everest Base Camp, Chitwan National Forest, Pokhara, and many other places! Their drivers are the best around and are very safe. They will get you to delicious and safe eateries, and get you the best overall experience—enjoyable, safe, and always on time. Hire these guys! You won’t find any better!

T H, Singapore

T H, Singapore

Satisfying adventure to Everest Base Camp in winter Trekking to EBC in winter is challenging; We made it with the experienced and professional guidance from Earthbound Expeditions. Guide Arjun was dedicated to support our trekking from planning, preparation, along the way, till completion. We didn't need to worry about anything other than to enjoy the splendid view of the world peaks, amazing adventure!

Frizzle04

Frizzle04

Everest base camp with a 12 year old My 12 year old son and I did the Everest base camp trek and Chitwan safari October 2019. To make things even more difficult, my son had snapped both bones in his arm in half just below the wrist 3 weeks before we started trekking. Rajan was absolutely amazing from planning the trek to making accommodations for us while we were in Nepal. He always responded in a timely fashion. We went for a month, and told Rajan everything we wanted to do and the next day I had a full month itinerary planned out. When I suggested a few changes, Rajan made them without hesitation. Our guide Bharat was very knowledgeable about everything in the Everest region and took great care of us and our needs. He kept a watchful eye on us and adjusted our schedule everyday based on our performance/health. We went by ourselves instead of a large group which was the best choice for us. There were many things we wanted to stop and do/see along the way and Bharat helped facilitate all of it, something we couldn't do in a group. After comparing prices, going solo with Earthbound was MUCH cheaper than most other companies where you have to go in large groups. And after seeing and talking to many of these groups, we also realized we had FAR superior service than any of the other groups. If you're planning on doing any activities of any kind in Nepal and want some direction, you HAVE to go with Earthbound. You won't regret it.

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