All 8000 m Peak Base Camp Helicopter Tour in Nepal

Kathmandu, the marvelous capital of Nepal, is pleased to welcome you today. Once you are outside the TIA Gate, you will see the smiling face of our representative waiting for your arrival.

He will assist you with your belongings and transport you to a very luxurious five-star hotel located in a peaceful corner of the city. The remaining time is yours to enjoy.

In the evening, you will meet our tour guide, who will take you to a welcome dinner hosted by Life Himalaya Trekking. Over dinner, our guide will walk you through the details of our all 8000 m peak base camp helicopter tour in Nepal.

Maximum Altitude

1,350 m.

Meals

Welcome Dinner

Trek Duration

30 min

Accomodations

5-star Hotel

Transportation

Private Vehicle

We have a very inviting day today in Kathmandu. After your breakfast, our guide will take you on an adventurous tour of the city, where you will be able to see the medieval charm of the former royal city of Bhaktapur.

The Palace/Durbar Square will steal your admiration as you look at the old Newari arts and crafts of the 55 Window Palace, Nyatpole Temple, Vatsala Temple, Art Museum, Thangka Paintings, and Pottery Square’s clay crafts.

When returning, you will also make a remarkable stop at the stupa of Boudhanath. Here, you can join kora and run your hands along the prayer wheels.

In the meantime, our team will take care of the permit processing essential for our all 8000 m peak base camp helicopter tour in Nepal.

Maximum Altitude

1,350 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Trek Duration

Full Day

Accomodations

5-star Hotel

Transportation

Private Vehicle

Time to take off to land at the first base camp, enlisted in our 11 days all 8000 m peak base camp helicopter tour in Nepal. Our first stop will be at the base camp of the third-highest mountain in the world, Kanchenjunga (8586 m).

The day starts with your private pick up from your hotel. You will reach TIA, where our guide will assist you with the verification of the necessary papers.

Once we have our boarding passes in hand, we will wait for Kanchenjunga to signal clear sky. We will then move to the TIA helipad, where our pilot will walk us through the essential safety protocols from seatbelts to headset communication.

Now, our heli will lift us above the lush Kathmandu Valley. Moving east, we can see the marvelous tea plantations of Illam stretching across the hills.

We may make a brief stop at Suketar Airport for refueling on the way. Once in the sky, we will start to see the wild valley of the Tamur River below. We will pass over the remote forests of Lelep before reaching Ghunsa Village.

We will make a short landing at the helipad of this Tibetan Village and enjoy for a while a glorious view of Mount Jannu/Kumbhakarna. This will also help with our acclimatization before proceeding to Kanchenjunga Base Camp.

Next, we will be up again in the sky and all of a sudden, the sky will be dominated by the gigantic presence of Ghabur (6044 m), Phole (6645 m), Sobi Thongje (6652 m), and Mount Jannu.

Shortly, we will also see the start of the high-altitude outpost of Lhonak, where the jagged peaks of Kirat Chuli (Tent Peak, 7365 m), Kanchenjunga, and Mount Gimmigela (6415 m) will dominate the horizon.

Soon, we will land gently on a flat, glacial platform of the Kanchenjunga Base Camp (North). For around 40 minutes, we will be in the world of ice where the immense presence of Ramtang Peak (6700 m), Chang Himal (6750 m), Taple Shikar (6,341 m), Drohma Ri and Langpo Glacier will behold our gaze. However, the subsidiary peaks of Kanchenjunga- Yalung Kang (8505 m) and Kanchenjuna Central (8473 m) will steal the show.

After this landing experience, its time for us to move ahead and land at the base camp of south face of Kanchenjunga. Once the heli lifts us in the sky, we will soon see below the challenging and steep passes of the Sinion La Pass (4660 m), the Mirgin La (4480 m), and Sinelapche La (4645 m).

The horizon extends to accommodate the high fluted peaks of Chamlang, Makalu, Baruntse, Kumbhakarna and Everest. We will keep flying alongside Kanchenjunga watching the Yalung Glacier on the south and the Kanchenjunga Glacier on the north.

Soon enough, we will see the stark terrain of Ramche Village framed by Kokthang, Bokta and Rathong peaks. A bit further sits the Oktang Viewpoint or the south base camp of Kanchenjunga where we will land for around 20 to 30 minutes and watch the glorifying face of Kanchenjunga South (8476 m).

It’s now time for us to move from the freezing air to the tropical warmth of Tumlingtar of Sankhuwasabha district. We will spend the night in one of the finest hotels in the town to get ready for the next base camp on our list.

Maximum Altitude

5,143 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Trek Duration

3 to 4 hours

Accomodations

Hotel

Transportation

Helicopter flight

Time to reach the second base camp enlisted on our all 8000 m peak base camp helicopter tour in Nepal. Early in the morning, we will head to the Tumlingtar Airport to board the helicopter that will take us to the rugged base camp of the fifth-highest mountain in the world, Makalu (8485 m).

As we fly over, look down at the traditional homes of the Num and Seduwa villages. We will also see the untouched natural beauty of the Makalu Barun National Park below.

Shortly, we will be crossing the high gate of Shipton-La Pass (4,217 m), where we can look at the unmistakable, sharp-edged summit of Makalu, and the massive walls of Chamlang, Baruntse, and Kanchenjunga peaks.

Our heli will keep ascending, and shortly we will fly over the massive Keke La Pass (4152 m). Below us, we can see the intense green tapestry of Barun Valley.

As we fly higher, we will start to feel the sharper and colder breath of the powerful Makalu. We will soon land on the nearest platform of the Makalu Base Camp, where the frozen giant rises to a staggering 3,600 m altitude directly above us.

We will have around 30 to 40 minutes to walk on the high-altitude glacial terrain of the base camp, where we can also look at Baruntse, Lhotse, Chamlang, and Everest.

Once we enjoy the Makalu moment, our heli will lift us up once again, and this time it will take us to the famous mountain town of Lukla in the Khumbu Valley.

Here, the warm hospitality of Lukla Mountain Lodge awaits our arrival for the night.

Maximum Altitude

4,870 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Trek Duration

3 to 4 hours

Accomodations

Hotel

Transportation

Helicopter flight

Today, we will be heading for the ultimate destination of our all 8000 m peak base camp helicopter tour in Nepal: the Everest Base Camp, the literal top of the world.

We will leave Lukla early in the morning and follow the beautiful course of the Dudh Koshi River. Look down to admire the gorgeous blue and green tapestry of Namche, Phortse, and the historic monasteries of Tengboche and Pangboche.

We will then fly higher over the 4830 m Dughla Pass, where we can also see the dramatic sight of the massive Cho La Pass (5,420 m). The skyline is now dominated by the massive faces of Lobuche, Pumori, and the intense Khumbu Glacier.

Shortly, we can look down at the desert high altitude outpost of Gorakshep, hinting we are now over the world’s highest camp, the EBC. The Khumbu Icefall will greet us, leading us to the famous black ridge of Kala Patthar.

Here, we will land at the black wide platform for around 25 minutes and see the sky filled with the magnetic presence of Mount Everest, Changtse, Lingtren, Khumbutse, Ama Dablam, Nuptse and, Lobuche.

Along with these peaks, the dramatic faces of Lhotse, Lhotse Middle (8,410m) and Lhotse Shar (8,383m) will be particularly enchanting to watch.

Our journey will then continue to the immense peace of unparalleled luxury at Hotel Everest View in Syangboche. We will then have an entire day in the hotel where we can stare directly at the icy giants of Thamserku, Ama Dablam, Taboche, Cholatse, Lhotse, Nuptse, and many more.

Maximum Altitude

5,644 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Trek Duration

2 to 3 hours

Accomodations

Hotel

Transportation

Helicopter flight

Today, we will head to another incredible base camp of our all 8000 m peak base camp helicopter tour in Nepal. This leg of the tour will take us straight to the base camp of the world’s sixth-highest mountain, Cho Oyu (8188 m), known as the Turquoise Goddess in Nepal.

From the Everest View Hotel, we will board our rotor that will fly us over the picturesque villages of Dole and Machhermo, where the horizon is guarded by the imposing peaks of Kangtega, Cho Oyu, and Thamserku.

The immense blue Gokyo Valley is seen in delicious detail from above, where we will fly past the deep blue waters of Longponga Tsho and Taujung Tsho. Soon, we will land beside the shimmering waters of the third lake, with the famous Gokyo Ri (5,357 m) ridge standing tall above us.

After landing, we will head to have our mountain breakfast at Gokyo Inn. We will then set forth to explore the fourth and fifth lakes of Gokyo-Gyazumpa Tsho and Ngozumpa Tsho.

We will then follow the spinal path of the Ngozumpa Glacier, the longest in Nepal, and arrive at the Cho Oyu Base Camp. Here, for around 30 minutes, we will be embraced by the cold silence of Cho Oyu, Everest, and Lhotse.

We will now retrace to Gokyo Lake and take a flight back to Namche, where we will check into a beautiful mountain lodge or hotel. Then, we will take a scenic uphill hike to Khumjung Village (3790 m), where we will pay tribute to Sir Edmund Hillary at the Hillary Museum.

At the local monastery of the village, we will also glimpse the mysterious Yeti Scalp. Then, we will spend our remaining time mingling with locals and traders in the Namche market.

Maximum Altitude

4,900 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Trek Duration

3 to 4 hours

Accomodations

Hotel

Transportation

Helicopter flight

Today, our all 8000 m peak base camp helicopter tour in Nepal itinerary includes a unique flight straight from Namche to Kyanjin Gompa, a marvelous treasure of the Langtang Valley.

From Namche, we will start early and fly for around an hour to transition to the warm air of the Langtang Valley. During the flight, we will cross the invisible border between the two national parks of Nepal: Sagarmatha and Langtang.

As we leave the sky of the Khumbu Valley, the magical Rolwaling Himal will appear before our eyes. Below us, the landscape will soften into the greens of the Langtang National Park.

The sky will be dominated by the flute-like ridges of Dorje Lhakpa, Langtang Lirung, Gangchempo, Langshisha Ri, and Chorakri Ri. We will now overfly by the south side of the 14th highest peak on Earth, Shishapangma (8,027 m), located in Tibet China.

Shortly, we will slowly descend and land at the flat platform of the Kyanjin Gompa. For around 30 minutes, we will be free to walk through the crisp air and serene silence of the spiritual monastery. Nearby, the Kyanjin Ri (4,773 m) and Tsergo Ri (5,000 m) smile upon us.

After we spend half an hour here, the time has come to reach the sacred Gosaikunda Lake. Our shuttle will fly us south between the very high cliffs and over the deep forests of Thulo Syabru and Sing Gompa. We will also fly over the 3930 m tall mass of Laurebinayak with Langtang, Ganesh, Manaslu and Annapurna rising over it.

Soon enough, the bluish waters of Saraswati Kunda (4100 m) and Bhairav Kunda (4364 m) can be seen resting below which are the first and second lakes of Gosaikunda.

Our landing will occur at the rugged terrain of the third lake Gosaikunda itself. For around 20 to 30 minutes, we will be here surrounded by the spiritual serenity related to Lord Shiva.

We will visit his small shrine, perform a pradkshina (circumambulation) around the lake and offer our prayers. There will also be time for outstanding photography with the lake.

Now, our helicopter will fly us back toward the capital, where we will spend the night at the legendary Dwarika’s Hotel.

Maximum Altitude

4,380 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Trek Duration

3 to 4 hours

Accomodations

Hotel

Transportation

Helicopter flight

The day has come to reach the base camp of the 8th-highest peak on Earth, Mount Manaslu (8163 m). We will leave Kathmandu very early in the morning and head to TIA once more.

Our helicopter will lift us up northwest towards the Gorkha District of Nepal. Look at the landscape below, where thunderous white waters of the Budhi Gandaki River can be seen flowing by.

The terraced fields and stone houses of Machha Khola and Jagat can be seen from above. See below the terrain of the Manaslu Conservation Area and the shimmering Lidana Glacier rising on the horizon.

As we fly higher, we will see the elegant presence of Ganesh Himal, Sringi peak, Ngadi Chuli, Himalchuli, and Naike, but it is the twin peaks of Manaslu that will grab our attention.

Look below at how the landscape transforms into the high-altitude platform of Samagaon. We will land at the high-altitude helipad of this village and watch for a while the massive twin peaks of Mount Manaslu, its glacier, Himalchuli and Naike Peaks.

There is also Labrang Monastery nearby which we can explore and enjoy the Buddhist atmosphere of the village. Now, our heli will lift us again, and this time it will fly even higher, leading us to the starker glacial world of Manaslu Base Camp. Below, the lonely Pungyen Monastery and Birendra Lake can be seen lying happily in each other’s embrace.

We will now land at Manaslu Base Camp and spend around 30 minutes embracing the cool air of Manaslu and its glacier. After absorbing the power of Manaslu, our heli will now take us to the Tibetan Village of Manang, rich with Mani Walls and ancient chortens.

After check-in at a beautiful hotel of the village, we will set forth to ascend the nearby vantage point named Chongkor Viewpoint. It is often called the Chongkor Hill or the viewpoint near the Milarepa Cave and displays the open clear views of Annapurna II, III, and IV, as well as Gangapurna and Tilicho Peak.

We will also take a short tour of Milarepa Cave and if you prefer, you can also reach to the icy lake of Gangapurna a bit further. The evening will be back in Manang with the stories of the locals.

Maximum Altitude

4,800 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Trek Duration

3 to 4 hours

Accomodations

Hotel

Transportation

Helicopter flight

Today is a very remarkable day on our all 8000 m peak base camp helicopter tour in Nepal. We will be stepping into the beautiful yet stark terrain of Upper Mustang, where the forbidden Lo Manthang eagerly awaits our arrival.

But before we set to reach Lo Manthang, we will make a short stop at the highest lake of the world, Lake Tilicho.

So very early in the morning, our heli will fly us over Khadga and Khangsar (3756 m) villages. Keep an eye below for a beautiful old monastery over a ridgy cliff.

We will soon be ascending over Shree Kharka and shortly we will see the rugged platform near lake Tilicho. Our heli will land us here with an immediate access to the lake viewpoint area.

We will have around 20 minutes to see the clear blue icy water of the lake that is positioned just below the huge peaks of Tilicho, Nilgiri, Peak 29, Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, Lamjung, Annapurna I, II, III, and IV, Gangapurna, Chulu, and Manaslu.

Its now time to head towards the direction of Upper Mustang and so our pilot will fly us between the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Shortly, we will see the Kali Gandaki River gorge below, the deepest one on Earth.

Watch how the terrain dramatically shifts from green forest to stark red cliffs and mountains. We are now approaching the northern border near Tibet, and soon we will see the legendary walled boundaries of Lo Manthang.

We will now land on the outskirts of Lo Manthang, where we will have around 30 to 40 minutes to step back in time. During this time, we will explore its narrow alleys, old monasteries, and the former King’s Palace.

The time has come for us to get in our heli one more time to fly towards the windy town of Jomsom. Our heli will head south, flying over the vast Kali Gandaki corridor.

We may catch some glimpses of the mysterious sky caves of Upper Mustang below. Eventually, the massive faces of Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri will appear as we approach Jomsom.

After we land, we will check into the luxury of its five-star hotel, Shinta Mani Mustang. After a momentary rest, we will then explore the local vibe of Jomsom, explore the Mustang Eco Museum, and try the delicious Thakali cuisine.

Maximum Altitude

4,919 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Trek Duration

2 to 3 hours

Accomodations

Hotel

Transportation

Helicopter flight

Our all 8000 m peak base camp helicopter tour in Nepal will today lead us to the base camps of two 8000 m mountains: the white colossal Dhaulagiri and the sacred Annapurna.

From Jomsom, our heli flight will be more vertical. We will fly over the Kali Gandaki River one more time, after which our heli will follow the course of the Dhaulagiri Glacier.

We will be landing soon, but we may also catch a short floating glimpse of the Hidden Valley. Our pilot will land us at the stark white terrain of the camp, where we will have approximately 30 minutes to stand near this gigantic peak.

Here, the sky will also be crowded with Dhaulagiri II, III, IV, and V, as well as the sharp peak of Tukuche. We will walk upon the moraine and breathe in the pure air of the world’s 7th highest peak, Dhaulagiri (8167 m).

Our journey will now continue towards the base camp of the 10th-highest peak on Earth, the Annapurna I (8091 m). Our helicopter will cross the Kali Gandaki gorge one more time, flying between Dhaulagiri and Annapurna.

We will soon see the famous lookout tower of Poon Hill and the dense rhododendron forest of Ghorepani. The emerald carpet of Annapurna Conservation Area will charm our eyes while we prepare to land at Annapurna Base Camp.

Standing in this grand theater of the Himalayas, we will be surrounded by not only Annapurna I but also Annapurna South, Fishtail, Hiunchuli, Annapurna III, and Gangapurna.

After spending around 30 to 40 minutes at ABC, we will now descend to the iconic lake city of Pokhara. Down below, we will soon see the white currents of the Modi Khola River.

The terraced farmlands of Chhomrong and Ghandruk will be delightful to watch from our helicopter window. Pokhara will soon appear where we will land at its airport.

We will check into the five-star Temple Tree hotel or Fishtail Lodge and spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool. We may also take a boat ride on the Phewa Lake, while the evening will be full of celebration over delicious music and dinner.

Maximum Altitude

4,750 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Trek Duration

3 to 4 hours

Accomodations

Hotel

Transportation

Helicopter flight

Today, the grand circle of our all 8000 m peak base camp helicopter tour in Nepal will come to a close with a heli flight back to Kathmandu early in the morning.

Watching Ganesh, Annapurna, Fishtail, and Langtang, we will soon land at TIA, from where Life Himalaya will provide you with a private transfer to your accommodation.

Soon, your time to say goodbye will come, and our team will offer you a smooth travel to TIA once again.

Maximum Altitude

1,350 m.

Meals

Breakfast

Trek Duration

30 minutes

Transportation

Helicopter flight