I’m on the chopper and off to the Everest Base Camp! The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is the most accessible trip to the Everest Base Camp within a day. Not only will you experience the beauty of the camp, but you’ll also enjoy the views of Mt. Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, and other peaks of the Mahalangur Mountain Range.
The Helicopter tour starts early in the morning. Our representative will drive you to the helipad at the Tribhuvan International Airport, and then we’ll set off to Lukla. Drop off at the Tenzing and Hilary Airport where our chopper will refuel and again, a scenic beauty-filled flight will take us first to the 5545 meters high, Kala Patthar. During this brief stop here, enjoy the views of Everest as much as possible, as it offers the best views of the peak.
Did you know that this peak was once the home to the world’s highest webcam, the Mount Everest webcam, which captured videos of the summit of Mount Everest? After a short break here, we’ll fly to the Everest Base Camp. You can enjoy the moment at the base camp, feel the air, and enjoy the views of Khumbu icefall and the Khumbu Glacier while capturing memories.
This trail is the easiest one there is. This Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is designed for those who want to get to the base camp but don’t have enough time or for those who cannot trek there.
Email our trip experts to book our Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. You can also customise the package to suit your needs for the best experience. Email us at info@adventurewalkway.com.
The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is an excellent way of getting on top of the Camp. It is ideal for travellers with limited time or those who cannot trek up to the base camp. Enjoy the unobstructed Himalayan range views with the luxurious helicopter tour. You can get majestic panoramic views of the mountains up close, like Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Nuptse. The helicopters have total window seats to enjoy the best views while on tour.
The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is guaranteed to provide you with a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Additionally, you can capture stunning photographs of the landscapes, glaciers, and mountains. Trekking to the base camp is a physically and mentally strenuous journey. It is the quickest way of reaching the Everest Base Camp without much physical challenge.
The pilots and tour teams are trained personnel who strictly adhere to the safety standards. Similarly, the helicopters have the technology and communication systems to navigate challenging mountain terrains. So, if you dream of reaching the Everest Base Camp but have limited time or physical conditions, the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour can make that dream come true. For further details, feel free to contact us!
During our Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour, we will fly from Kathmandu and land first at Tenzing-Hillary Airport, Lukla. It is a 45-minute flight from Kathmandu. The reason for landing at Lukla Airport is for re-fueling purposes. Similarly, we will take a small tea break at Lukla before flying to Kala Patthar. So, this is why we will land at Lukla first during our Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour.
Nepal has four distinct seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Could we take a quick look at the different seasons?
Spring is the best time for the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. The weather and climate conditions are ideal. The sky is also clear, with excellent visibility. The temperature can range from 15 degrees Celsius to -5 degrees Celsius. Moreover, the rhododendron forests and Himalayan wildflowers are in full bloom. It adds colours and vibrancy to the landscapes.
The summer season brings rainfall in most parts of Nepal. The lower regions, significantly 3,000 meters, experience heavy rainfall. The higher altitudes receive little rain. Therefore, many travellers choose the summer season for the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. The temperature can range from 20 to 25 degrees Celsius. But the views can be obstructed by clouds. So, if you are considering taking an Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour during the summer, consult your trekking agency first. Also, it is essential to check the weather forecast for a safe flying experience.
Autumn is another great season for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. The season has the most stable weather conditions with excellent visibility. The temperature also ranges from 10 to 20 degrees Celsius. The sky is clear without much obstruction. You can enjoy the most magnificent views of the mountain peaks, glaciers, and landscapes in autumn.
The winter season brings heavy snowfall in the higher elevations, including the Everest base camp. The temperature also drops significantly and reaches a freezing point. It can range from -6 to -25 degrees Celsius. Similarly, it is very windy during the winter season. The western wind brings severe fog and snow to the region. So, winter is not recommended for the Everest Base Camp helicopter tour.
During the Tour, you can share your Helicopter with your partners and loved ones to take on this interesting Helicopter flight to Everest Base Camp.
A single Helicopter will carry up to 5 pax maximum.
Early in the morning, we’ll head out to the Tribhuvan International Airport and fly to the Tenzing and Hilary Airport in Lukla on a 45-minute flight. The Helicopter will refuel at Lukla where you can have a Tea Break and we’ll head out to the Everest Base Camp in no time. Enjoy the views of the Everest Mountain Mastiff including the Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, and such during the flight.
Enjoy the views of the Everest Base camp from a Higher Level and Land for a while to capture some moments. we’ll get on the helicopter and fly to Kala Patthar, the highest point in the trek. The views from this peak are extraordinary as this is as close as you’ll get to the best views of Mt. Everest. After a short photo session, we’ll head back to Lukla and then to Kathmandu. You will be transferred to your hotel and if time persists, check out some of the UNESCO-listed world heritage sites in the valley.
Adventure Walkway’s Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour provides you with the best experience at an affordable price. We prioritise our client’s safety and security while trying to tailor the tour to suit your preferences.
We arrange everything to perfection so you do not have to worry about your safety. You can solely focus on enjoying the tour and leave everything to us. Our team members and pilots possess the skills and experience to navigate the challenging terrain of the Everest Base Camp. Similarly, we check the weather forecast before the scheduled flight. We ensure it is safe for helicopters to take off, fly over the ranges, and land.
We also provide safety briefings and instructions to our clients before the flight. Clients can respond better in case of emergencies with the help of such briefings. Our teams are trained to handle situations during emergencies.
Adventure Walkway is committed to your safety. So, do not worry about safety and services. Adventure Walkway’s Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour package has everything you need.
The helicopter flies from 3,000 meters to 6,000 meters during the Everest Base Camp flight. However, under certain circumstances, the helicopter can fly above 6,100 meters. If there are less number of passengers, the helicopter becomes light enough to fly above the average limit or height.
No, since commercial helicopter flights are only permitted to fly over Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp, they do not fly over Mount Everest. Similarly, the weather and climate also play significant roles in the helicopter Tour. In case of less visibility or windy situations, flights are not permitted for safety purposes.
The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour will last around 10 to 20 minutes. It may seem short but do not worry. You will have enough time to enjoy the mountains up close. Since the base camp is situated at an elevation of 5,364 meters (17,598 feet), staying there for an extended period is not recommended.
Safe drinking water is provided during the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. But if you like, you can bring your water bottle with filtered water. Note that the water purifying tablets do not work 100% on hard Himalayan water as they contain high minerals like manganese-bi-carbonate and iron. You can also buy bottled water but remember, it is bad for sustainable tourism.
Yes, solo travellers can join the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. However, joining a group flight is cheaper than taking a private tour. It helps to reduce costs. But if you’d like to join a group or tour solo, you can contact Adventure Walkway with your preferred date and requirements. We will make sure to tailor the tour to suit your needs.