Ever manifested about being surrounded by the unparalleled mystic iconic mountains, including the world's tallest peak to exist on earth - Mt. Everest? However, just settling back as a long strenous hike isn't your forte, or don't have ample holiday duration to start more than a week EBC Trek, well! To make your bucket list get ticked off, we at Destination Himalaya Treks offer this one-of-a-kind "Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour" that takes you on an adventure of 4 hours flight straight to the almightyEBC and Kala Patthar - 5545 meters, in the blink of an eye, with the panoama aerial view of the Himalayas passing by varied landscapes, sherpa villages, alpine valleys, glaciers in 1 single day.
Mount Everest Helicopter Tour is one of the most trending and emerging Everest packages, which demonstrates the legendary Everest region through the distinct perspective that soars over the highlands and lets you gaze over Mount Everest from an impeccable viewpoint. With the commentary of the experienced pilots, this Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour delves by flying over the alluring peaks like Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Pumori, Nuptse, along the Khumbu Glacier with five landing points in between.
Being led by professional expert teams, and committed to professionalism, safety, and service on the first hand, with the following emergency protocols, our Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour package is suitable for every adventure seeker without demanding any age limits, high altitude experiences. Whether you are elderly aged respected parents, or a family with kids, you can be assured with peace of mind that you will be guided and looked after by the highly experienced and trained staff from the very beginning till the very end of the journey. Hence, it offers a luxurious and comfortable way to explore not only the mountains but also to reconnect with the soul and rejuvenate the mind effortlessly, boasting a high success rate to date and posing minimal risk of altitude sickness.
This Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour begins from Kathmandu, Nepal's capital city, and takes landings at several key points of Lukla Airport, Pheriche, and flies over to Everest Base Camp (EBC) - 5143 meters and Kalapatthar - 5545 meters, with the 360 best panoramic views of Mt. Everest and Khumbu glaciers stretching over to other Himalayan range. While we might perceive that, it is only a helicopter ride at new heights, to enrich the trip even more, it also stops by for an hour at "Everest View Hotel"- the world's highest situated 5-star hotel where you can relish into having hearty breakfast, and gazing at the close up unqiue view of mountains.
At Destination Himalaya Treks, we offer private, elusive luxury helicopter tours and group joining departures, so no matter whether you are solo, you can split up the cost with others and make your dream come true adventure possible without burning pocket. Out of all, we also provide window seats to our explorers, participants, ensuring that you get rewarded with the close-up aerial vista of the Himalayas.
Are you ready to venture out on the great highlands located in the small continent of Asia - Nepal, and mark a new thrilling journey this year 2025 and 2026, then do not wait any longer! We are all aligned to assist you, and the mountains are ready to befriend you every second. Dream Big, Fly High, and Yes! Feel the thrill of a scenic helicopter tour to the Everest Base Camp with us!
Main Highlights of this Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
- Once in a lifetime opportunity for those looking forward to a scenic fly over the Everest region without a long hiking duration.
- Perfect for all ages, despite no prior experience in high-altitude expeditions
- 4 hours of aerial fly over the Himalayan range in style and comfort
- Relish in the highlands that offer the fresh mountain air, the aura of Mother Nature, and are surrounded by the tips of the almighty peaks
- Gaze at every corner of the untamed, pristine Sagarmatha National Park, flying over Sherpa villages, local hamlets, agricultural farms, alpine valleys dotted with varied landscapes
- Attain the launchpad of the world's tallest peak - Mt. Everest within just 1.5 hours and conquer one of the every adventure seeker.
- Unique perspective aerial view of the mountains while flying over Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, Khumbu Glacier, and other legendary Himalayan ranges to exist in the eastern Himalayas
- Make a key stop and land in Lukla - Pheriche - Kala Patthar - Syangboche Hill in feet
- Take a heavenly hour break at "Everest View Hotel" - 3880 meters, the world's highest situated luxury 5-star hotel, and sip a coffee watching over the panorama of mountains
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with Landing Opportunities
While you might perceive that this helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp only circulates in the air within a chopper (heli), it offers diverse options and opportunities to get on the land at high elevation and explore the almighty highlighted corners of the Everest region, covering some sections of the Everest Base Camp Trek by foot as well. One of the most fascinating parts is that you get an opportunity of both an aerial view of the Himalayas, and also the pathways of the trail in varied sections, so grab this chance and get relished in the pristine area of Sagarmatha National Park, and get transferred to the highly towering landscapes and mountains over 8000 meters, touching the sky.
Here are the five landings that this heli tour lands at for a few minutes to hours, enhancing the overall experience and making the overall tour even more fascinating at the same time.
First Landing at Lukla Airport (2850 meters) - 15 Minutes
Right after the helicopter ride begins for approximately 30- 35 minutes from Kathmandu, it directly lands at Lukla for refueling to proceed further for about 15 minutes, which also offers you the chance to acclimatize before moving to higher elevations and explore the bustling aura of the highlands. Named as Tenzing Hillary Airport, it serves as a gateway to the Everest region, thrillingly placed at one of the most dangerous airports in the world with a short runway.
From Kathmandu - Lukla, you will be welcomed with the breathtaking, marvelous transition from a thriving city to green hills to rugged landscapes and finally the wonders of the snowcapped peaks, including Kusum Kanguru, Kongde Ri, Tharmseku, Ama Dablam, Lhotshe, Nuptshe, and the 1st ever glimpse of Mt. Everest itself.
Refresh and Acclimatize during Second Landing at Pheriche (4371 meters) - 20 Minutes
In contrast, the second landing point is Pheriche, perched at a height of 4371 meters, which is the famous resting point during the trek to Everest Base Camp, and tends to be our 2nd stopping point. This key stopover is crucial to minimize and adjust the weight limits before proceeding to the flyover to Kalapatthar via EBC, and also let us adapt to the thinner air, allowing us to acclimatize safely, avoiding the risk of altitude sickness. While it acts as a necessary stopping point, you can even explore the nearby Sherpa villages, cultures that offer a fresh refreshment time, along with meaningful encounters and an introduction to locals, even though it's just for 15 to 20 minutes.
Third Landing at Iconic Kala Patthar View Point (5545 meters) - 10 to 15 Minutes
Everyone dreams about landing at the highest elevation of Kala Patthar - 5545 meters that anyone could ever reach without any climbing permits, offering the close-up panorama of the world's highest peak - Mount Everest, and the sparkling Khumbu Glacier. Landing at Kalapatthar during the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour rewards us with the golden skies touching several other iconic peaks at the same time, including Cho Oyu, Kongde Ri, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse, and many more. The helicopter lands here for 10 to 15 minutes, so you have enough time to click pictures, celebrate, and get surrounded by such highly towering peaks.
Fourth Landing at Everest View Hotel - World's Highest Situated Five Star Hotel (3880 meters) | 1 hour
Perched at a height of 3880 meters, Everest View Hotel stands out to be the world's highest situated hotel, which rewards visitors with an impeccable massive front row view of the tallest peaks like Makalu, Tharmseku, Kusum Kanguru, including the 360 view of none other than Mt. Everest. It holds as a significant stop point, during any expedition within this Khumbu region, many individuals opt for the "Everest View Trek" just to witness the mountain vista from the terrace, perfect for those who are afraid of high elevation but still want to behold with their eyes such mystic peaks.
After returning back, from the Kala Patthar- 5545 meters, the helicopter directly lands at Everest View Hotel located at the Syangboche Hill for an hour, which is one of the major highlights of this Everest Base Camp Heli Tour. Here, with the front view of such a Himalayan range stretching over, we can have a hearty breakfast here sipping a cup of tea or coffee, and gaze at the mountains, creating a distinct moment!
Fifth Landing at Lukla Airport Before Flying Back to Kathmandu - 10 Minutes
From Everest View Hotel, this flight flies toward Lukla Airport, even though this flies over through same air pathway, the scenic view is unique and offers a distinct perspective of the mountains and landscapes, passing slowly from the alpine valleys to Sherpa villages and finally lands at Lukla Airport for refueling purposes. Before ending the EBC Heli Tour, grab this opportunity to feel the freshness of the highlands and bid goodbye to the legendary Everest region that every adventure seeker dreams about setting their footprint in.
Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Cost
The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour cost varies on only one factor, that is the number. of passengers that each charter holds, the price simply starts from USD 1300 and goes up to USD 1500, depending on the private, elusive trip and group joining. If you are joining with other 4 pax, then it is the most affordable heli tour to Everest Base Camp, that is why we've set this fixed costing so no matter whether you are solo or have other family or friends, you can easily venture out at a competitive cost. On the other hand, if you are opting for a private, elusive heli tour solo, then the cost will be higher, as one helicopter and a private pilot are especially provided for you, increasing the cost.
During the peak time, every day, there are several helicopter shuttle that usually happens in the morning, hence group joining is possible each day, despite your holiday duration and timing, as many departures for the EBC and Kala Patthar. With Kala Patthar Landing during EBC Heli Tour, the total costing is USD 2150 /- on a sharing basis (5 pax in 1 chopper). If it is only a flyover, then, standard cost remains USD 1500 per person.
While opting for this Everest Base Camp Tour by Helicopter Package, all essentials will be covered, including the airport pickup and drop off service, airport tax, required permits, landing fees, and a full day helicopter tour with 1 1-hour excursion at Everest View Hotel with premium lunch time. No matter whether you are a solo or have a group of 5 pax, or more than that, we are open to every option, ensuring that you get a flyover via heli with ease and in a smooth way.
Lukla to EBC Heli Tour Cost
If you are already in Lukla and willing to experience the flyover to Everest Base Camp- 5163 meters and Kala Patthar- 5545 meters, then, do not worry, as you can directly fly from Lukla - Everest View Hotel - EBC - Kalapatthar and return to Lukla Airport within 3 hours. As expected, the price will be cheaper starting from Lukla as compared to Kathmandu, costing only USD 450 to USD 750 (if in case airport shuttle happens). This pricing is done based on 5 pax sharing 1 helicopter. However, if you are craving to book a private, elusive tour from Lukla - Everest Base Camp with 1-2 private pax, then it costs around USD 1500 for 2 participants or solo.
Private Helicopter Tour to Everest Base Camp Cost
If you are with family or solo and not looking forward to any group joining, then, EBC Private Helicopter Tour is the most luxurious way to fly over the Khumbu valley and with your loved ones, to create memories. This private tour stands out to be the perfect way to get a trip with your partner or kids, or families, customizing your time preferences and itineraries with covering the window seats as well. On the internet, you might have seen fairytale purposes for marriage, hitting milestone years of anniversaries, and celebrations of birthdays and other occasions, well! This offers a once in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to unfold new chapters of life surrounded by the legendary peaks with the golden hues of sunlight.
The cost of a Private Helicopter Everest Base Camp is on the higher side, costing from USD 6500 to USD 7900, which depends on the number. Your group holds. Please take note that if the weight limit exceeds 250 kgs, then an airport shuttle must be arranged to fly over 5000 meters at Pheriche, costing an additional cost of USD 500, so pack accordingly!
| Private Tour Group Options | Standard Price |
| 1-2 pax | USD 6500 per helicopter |
| If it exceeds 4 pax (over 250 kgs) | USD 7850 per helicopter with shuttle |
| 5-6 pax that includes the Kala Patthar Landing | USD 9450 per helicopter |
Why choose the Everest Base Camp Tour by Helicopter?
Have you wondered what it feels like flying over the EBC and Kala Patthar, the lap of the world's highest peak, and also the vantage point that offers the captivating panorama of iconic mountains within just a few hours? Well! To experience it, the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is the perfect way to get relished in the mystic Khumbu valley, gazing over the Sherpa villages, terraced fields, rugged landscapes, and high alpine valleys - all in one, in just 4 hours.
Unlike the long hour expedition, the Everest Base Camp Trek usually demands prior experience, ample preparations, and a mentally, physically daunting situation, This Everest Helicopter Tour rewards you with the panorama of breathtaking mountains like Lhotshe, Nuptshe, Ama Dablam, Tharmseku, Kongde Ri and Mt. Everest up closely with unique perspective at short period and avoids the long hour delay of regular Lukla Flight as well. It is undoubtedly no doubt, to mention that this is the most luxurious and premium way to explore the Eastern Himalayas, aka Sagarmatha National Park - one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites where legendary highlands exist.
As already mentioned, this Helicopter Tour to Mount Everest Base Camp has 5 stopping landing points - Lukla - Pheriche - Kala Patthar with a fly over via EBC - Everest View Hotel - Lukla Flight, you can even get to explore the Everest region in feet exploring nearby sherpa villages and stand in the shadow of mountains. Simply speaking, all in all, this tour lets you thrive luxuriously, with a distinct perspective, aerial way, in style and comfort, saving your time as well with a lower risk of altitude sickness and flight getting cancelled.
Why make your way to the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with Destination Himalaya Treks and Expedition?
With a service of more than 15+ years, we at Destination Himalaya Treks carry great expertise in making your any heli ride tour or long expedition a hassle-free journey, being assisted by the highly experienced teams and squads. Being highly familiar with the fact that not everyone meets the fixed scheduled date, we simply offer every day departure dates in peak seasons, launching time to time helicopter ride to EBC. Before you undertake the flight, our helicopter expert teams will simply guide you regarding the safety, emergency protocols to follow in an immediate way. Above all, we are always open to tailoring your packaging to meet your comfort, feasibility, and desired needs at the same time.
Most importantly, just to let you know, the pilots that fly over such thrilling highlands have almost hundreds of fly over experiences with passing many exams and also being medically trained to act promptly in case of emergency. While you are seated in a chartered helicopter, you will also be given an overview of each highlighted section, you gaze at the mountains with a commentary by pilots. Blending perfectly with a fusion of premium service, luxury facilities, and safe guidance, we always look forward to offering the Best Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour in Nepal for every adventure seeker. We also offer several other alternative packages that you might love to explore, including the Everest Base Camp Luxury Trek,Everest Helicopter Return after EBC Trek, Gokyo Lake Heli Ride, and many more.
