Max. Altitude
Kalaptther 5545m
Best Season
All months of the year
Activity
Heli Trek
Start / End Point
Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Overview of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour – 1 Day
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is the helicopter landing tour package in the base camp of Mt. Everest. The helicopter lands at Kalapathar at 5545 meters above sea level. This tour package is famous as the Mount Everest Helicopter Tour in Nepal. The trip completes within four to five hours in a single day.
The main highlight of the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is reaching Kalapathar without any trek. From Kalapathar (5545m), you can witness the world's greatest mountains up close.
The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Landing Tour is a luxurious way to reach Everest Base Camp. Usually, it takes about 8 days to trek to EBC by walking from Lukla, where road transport is not available.
Another exciting part of the Everest base camp helicopter tour is landing at Syangboche. You can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the Everest region Himalayas here.
Likewise, you can enjoy tea and coffee on this trip at Hotel Everest View. It's one of the world's highest four-star hotels. Having breakfast here is a dream come true program on this trip.
We are the best local company for helicopter tours in Nepal. We provide the best custom heli tour packages in Nepal at affordable prices. We also offer multi-day Everest helicopter tours from Kathmandu.
We have organized multi-day Everest base camp helicopter tours for celebrities and the world's famous people. We ensure safety and comfort on these tours.
The Updated Everest base camp helicopter tour cost for 2025/2026/2027
Shearing helicopter tour cost: 1550 USD per person
Private helicopter tour cost: Â 6500 USD 1 to 5 persono
Highlights of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour – 1 Day
- Helicopter flights above the Himalayas landing at Kallaptther- Everest View Hotel guaranteed
- Awesome experience overlooking the world’s highest Mt. Everest and the mighty Himalayas peaks
- Spectacular views over the Nepal landscape, snow-capped mountains, ridges, rivers, villages, and valleys
- Stop at Lukla, Kalapatthar, and Syangboche Everest view for breakfast
- Enjoy breakfast at the world’s highest-placed Hotel- Hotel Everest view (3,880 m/13,000 ft.)
- Lifetime unique Heli tour from Kathmandu to see Mt. Everest
- Private EBC Helicopter tour to everyday departure
- Heli tour over the world’s highest national park Sagarmatha ( Mt. Everest)
- Everest helicopter tour with family, friends, group, or private heli tour
- The best time is March to May and September to December
- Helicopter landing at famous viewpoint Kalapatthar best and clear views of Mount Everest.
- Lifetime journey for all adventure types of travelers to see the Himalayas with a bird’s eye view
- EBC Heli tour which lands near the base camp to see ice fall, Everest and maney famous peaks
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Itinerary
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One Day Itinerary of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
Life Himalaya Trekking offers the best Everest Base Camp helicopter tour itinerary for all ages. We have excellent team support for quick online booking. We offer the best prices for one-day or multi-day Mount Everest helicopter tours.
The best route by helicopter to see Mt Everest and feel the altitude
Kathmandu – Lukla (fueling)
Lukla – Everest Base Camp
Everest Base Camp – Everest View Hotel (Landing) 30-45 min
Everest View Hotel – Lukla – Kathmandu
Time Schedule: 4-5 hours Heli Tour
5:00 am: Wake-up call and refreshment time
5:30 am: Pickup from Hotel and transfer to Domestic Airport, Kathmandu
6:00:- 6:30 am: We fly from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lukla, which takes about 40 minutes. It is the gateway to the Everest Region. In Lukla, we take a short break to refuel the helicopter.
7:00:- 7:45 am: Fly from Lukla to Everest Base Camp and overfly over Everest Base Camp. From helicopter, we explore 360-degree panoramic views of the mountains.
8:00:- 8:45 am: Fly from Everest Base Camp (Kalapatthar) to Syangboche (Hotel Everest View).
8:45- 9:15 am: We stop for breakfast at Hotel Everest View. Here, we enjoy tea and coffee beneath the soaring peaks of Mt. Everest and other giant mountains. It’s a beautiful spot at an altitude of 3,880 meters.
9:15- 9:30 am: Fly from Syangboche (Hotel Everest View) to Lukla. In Lukla, we stop again and refuel the Helicopter.
9:30-10:00 am: Continue our Heli flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
10:00 am: Arrive at Domestic Airport in Kathmandu and transfer to the respective Hotels
- Our Company granted everyday departure
- In case of bad weather, a 100% full refund
- last minute bookings available
- private helicopter tour to Everest can make a custom itinerary and cost
- Archived certificate
- Â Easy payments system for EBC helicopter tours online, credit card, or cash
Maximum Altitude
5,545 m
Meals
No
Trek Duration
4 hrs
Accomodations
No
Transportation
4 hours Helicopter Flight
Required Equipments for Trekking in Nepal
- Breathable Underwear
- Sports Bra
- Base Layers
- Trekking Shirts
- Trekking Trousers and Shorts
- Fleece Jacket
- Down jacket (insulated jacket)
- Windcheater (water proof)
- Sun protection Hat
- Headband or Beanie
- Scarf or neckband
- Gloves (inner and outer )
- Hiking Boots
- Trekking Shoes
- Hiking Socks
- Thermal Socks
- Gaiters
- Duffel Bag
- Day pack
- Sleeping Bag
- Trekking poles
- Sunglasses
- Hydration bladder or Water bottle
- Head Lamps
- Batteries
- Personal towel
- Swiss army knife
- Sun lotion
- Medical & first-aid kit
- Woolen socks
- Waterproof jacket
- Lip Guard
- Insulated pants
- Baby wipers
Required Equipments for Climbing in Nepal
- Water bottle
- Batteries and bulbs
- Flashlight
- Personal towel
- Swiss army knife
- Rucksack
- Sun lotion
- Medical & first-aid kit
- Sewing kit
- Polypropylene/wool socks
- Other required equipment
- Sleeping bag
- Down Jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Trekking shoes/boots
- Camp shoes
- Jumperorpile jacket
- Hiking pants
- Hiking shirts
- Full–sleeves shirt
- T-shirts
- Sun hat
- Gloves
- Woolen hat
- Long underwear
- Goggles or sun glasses
- Gaiters
- Sun block for lips
- Light cotton socks
- Mountain trekking boots
- Woolen socks to wear with boots
- Nylon wind breaker
- Insulated pants
- Nylon wind pants
- Long sleeved cotton/woolen shirts
- Sun hat
- Long cotton hiking shorts
- Fleece/wool for climbing
- Lightweight fleece
- Sleeping pad (karri mat) or thermarest
- Down high altitude sleeping bag
- Down jacket/trousers/vest
- Light cotton athletic socks and wool socks
- Water proof climbing jacket
- Head torch/batteries/bulbs
- Climbing sunglasses
- Lightweight thermal/insulated ski gloves
- Sun screen
- Warm climbing trousers
- Wool long underwear
- Other required equipment
- Climbing boots
- Gaiters
- Ice axe
- Harness
- Crampons
- Karabiners
- Tapes/slings
- Snow bars
- Ice screws
- Rock pegs
- Deadmen
- Crash hat
- Day bag
- Rucksack
- Lip salve
- T-shirts
- Ascenders
- Ascenders
- Kit bag
Whats Included
- Pick-up drop service from your hotel to domestic airport and return
- private and sharing helicopter tour flights
- EBC heli tour with 5 Ecureuil As350 series of Helicopter
- Kathmandu to Mt Everest helicopter flights
- 30 min stop at Everest view hotel breakfast time
- Everest national park permit fees
- Achievement certificate
- Oxygen in helicopter
- Tour guide at extra costs
- Everyday departure for Everest base camp with helicopter
Whats Excluded
- Breakfast at Everest view
- All kind of drinks
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour - Essential Information
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Route and Schedule
The Heli Tour to Everest Base Camp begins early in the morning from Kathmandu. During the Heli flight from Kathmandu, we can see clear views of the mountains (Himalayas) with a blue sky above the haze of Kathmandu Valley.
As the helicopter lifts up, you’ll witness tremendous views of the Kathmandu Valley. The scenery features hills, ridges, and white snow-capped peaks to the north.
We then fly towards the beautiful Sherpa village and the gateway of the Everest Region, Lukla. Lukla is one of the famous villages to start adventure trips to the Everest Region Trek.
The helicopter lands in Lukla for refueling. After a brief exploration around Lukla, the flight continues towards Everest Base Camp.
On the way, you can see charming Sherpa villages and a glimpse of their cultural houses. You’ll witness ancient monasteries from the medieval era and enjoy the pristine surroundings.
The flight goes over the Monjo, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Lobuche Gorakshep, and Khumbu glacier to reach the Everest Base Camp. The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour offers the ultimate experience, covering the Everest region.
The helicopter lands at Kalapatthar, a perfect place for Himalayan exploration. Here you can capture shots of Mount Everest, Khumbu glaciers, and other peaks.
After spending around 10 to 20 minutes at Kalapathar, we will return to Syangboche at 3880m. Here, you can enjoy the panoramic views of Everest and other peaks.
We will have breakfast at Hotel Everest View. It’s the first luxury hotel in the Everest region and the world’s highest-placed luxury hotel. We stop here for breakfast- a perfect spot with peaceful surroundings & beneath the soaring peaks of Mt. Ama Dablam.
After breakfast and the breathtaking view of the Everest massif ranges, our flight will return to Lukla. After refueling here again, we head back to Kathmandu, concluding your unforgettable Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour in Nepal.
Weather Conditions in Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
Weather is an important factor to consider when taking a helicopter tour to the Everest Base Camp. While weather in the Himalayas can sometimes be unpredictable, typically spring and autumn provide the best conditions for such a trip, with cooler temperatures, clear skies, and minimal wind. The warmer summer months may be less desirable due to thunderstorms, heavy rains, or dense fog. Weather in this region is generally cool so adequate clothing is key to having an enjoyable and safe experience.
Breakfast at Everest View Hotel
Experience the elegant way to take in the stunning vista of the Himalayas while relaxing in a comfortable setting and sipping coffee or tea at a tabletop. The enormous snow-capped mountains may be seen from a unique perspective while having breakfast at Everest. You will experience right at that moment when Breakfast becomes considerably more flavorful and fragrant because of the region’s breathtaking views of Mount Everest.
For your information, the Hotel Everest View is the highest hotel in the world which features breathtaking panoramas of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde Ri, and many more mountains. Therefore, the Himalayan scenery is very mesmerizing and this experience is genuinely spectacular. According to the schedule, we will stay at Syangboche for 30 minutes or more depending on weather conditions.
Group sharing or Private EBC Flight:
Many people choose the group-sharing option for the Everest base camp helicopter tour in Nepal. The helicopter takes up to 5 people on a single ride to the Everest base camp. The pilot will alternate the seating arrangements for group sharing so that every one may take in the picturesque view of the majestic peaks at each stop.
You can choose a private helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp if you don’t want to go on the tour with other people. People who want to trip with their family and close friends choose the Private flight tour to EBC. You will have personal Comfort and flexibility if you choose this option. You can also choose a front seat with a pilot in this option for the best view.
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Cost
The cost of an Everest Helicopter trip depends on the trip package you select. Inquire with us for Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp Helicopter trip including landing and flying back by helicopter if you are looking for the most affordable private Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour package.
We can also organize a tailored-made Everest helicopter Tour Itinerary with the best cost with the quickest response. Multiple-day Everest helicopter tour with accommodation and with a guide you can explore more.
Private Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with landing at Lukla, Kalapathar, and breakfast at Everest view hotel or at Kongde will cost 4500 USD per helicopter in one helicopter only 05 people could fly.
EBC Private Helicopter Tour cost is based on per helicopter. According to the time, weather, and situation, the Everest Helicopter Tour price can be flexible.
The private EBC Helicopter Tour is suitable for couples, honeymoons, family, friends, and helicopter photography tours of Everest Base Camp in a short time. Also, The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Package is best for people who are less physically fit and don’t want to trek for several days or don’t want to fly to a dangerous airport in Lukla.
Everest Helicopter Tour Cost with landing on a group joining basis costs USD 1250 per person. However, helicopters only fly when min 04 people booked the same type of service.
EBC helicopter Tour in a group is only best for those who have time and want to save money but not for those who want to take photographs and enjoy the celebrations.
Every year we manage the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour in for more than 900 travelers. So, we always have some seats in helicopters.
Do not hesitate to book (or inquire) even if you are the only single person wanting to go by helicopter to see Mount Everest and the mighty Himalayan peaks.
Life Himalaya Trekking Pvt. Ltd. offers luxurious, private, and group-joining basis Everest Base Camp Helicopters with landing and delightful Helicopter chartered flights around Nepal Himalayas Base Camp, villages with every exciting moment full of thrilling in the shade of Himalayan peaks. To view the other top heli tour with trekking packages provided by Life Himalaya Trekking, visit the page, Everest Base Camp Trek Packages with Helicopter Return Tour.
We provide you with the best quality services including excellent trip advisor reviews for the best Everest helicopter tour and rescue missions.
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour price could be different based on the tour services such as pickup, drop, guide, permits, landing places, breakfast, equipment, flying hours, etc. The package will be the best Heli tour for your lifetime memorable experience in the Himalayas of Nepal Everest Base Camp.
If you have a longer holiday period in Nepal and want to trek, the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Trek could be an idle package for you. End of the EBC helicopter trek, you will return back by helicopter to Kathmandu. At the same time, you can also experience the bird-eye views of the Himalayan peaks.
Which helicopter do We Use for the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Package?
Everest base camp helicopter tour is a short and exciting way to experience the thrill and beauty of the Everest Region. Life Himalaya Trekking always supports you to actually receive a lifetime experience, full of enjoyment and joy without any worries. Some of the important notes are listed below:
- We provide 5 Ecureuil As350 series of Helicopter which is popular in Nepal
- We provide the latest and brand-new versions of Helicopters
- We provide 100% quality service
- We offer you the highest standard of helicopter and highly experienced and qualified pilot
- We offer you the highest standard of operations requirements to ensure your satisfaction
- We provide the highest level of safety and performance
- We perform work quickly without any hassles
- Our Helicopter takes you on one of the best Heli rides towards Mt. Everest Region
- We provide a reliable, flexible, and pleasant Helicopter tour experience for you.
FAQs For Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour – 1 Day
How long is the helicopter tour to Everest base camp?
Helicopter tours to Everest base camp start early in the morning from Kathmandu it will take 04-05 hours to complete the tour.
What is the best time for the Everest base camp helicopter tour?
From mid-March to the end of May and mid-September to the end of December are the best times for the Everest helicopter tour but Everest helicopter tours are possible all year round except in bad weather.
How safe is the Everest helicopter tour and breakfast at Everest view hotel?
Helicopter tours to Everest base camp are safe and having breakfast at Everest view hotel is also hygienic and tasty. Risk-free brand new helicopters, experienced Pilots, and well-trained cooks make the delicious breakfast. Everest base camp helicopter tours only operate during clear visibility and good weather.
Which helicopter model company uses the Everest base camp helicopter tour?
Life Himalaya trekking use model: AS 350 B3 E Airbus Made in France and made by Eurocopter the seating capacity 05 people excluding Pilot. Operation height will be 23,000ft.
What is the weight limit for helicopter tours to Everest with landing?
The weight limit from Kathmandu to Lukla is 500Kg including 05 passengers and 01 pilots (Captain). On the same heli tour from Lukla to base camp or at Kala Patthar only 250Kg. In case of more weight, we have to run shuttle flights from Lukla, Everest view, or Pheriche.
Helicopter seat Capacity: 05 people (Excluding Pilot)
Operating Elevation: 23,000 FT
Weight Capacity: 2250 kg
Internal Weight: 900 kg
Empty weight: 1285 kg
Normally 05 people can do the Everet Heli tour at one time but in case of being overweight for your safety please inform us. For your info, anyone can do the Everest helicopter tour privately.
Which is the Everest helicopter tour route to see Mount Everest?
Everest Heli flight route starts from Kathmandu international airport fly over Bhaktapur, Nagarkot, Kavre, Dolakha Charikot, Jiri, and Lamjura Pass just over 3500m after that short land at Lukla for fueling.
After approx. 10 min helicopter will continue to fly the classic Everest trek route above Dudh Koshi river valley and Phakding village, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Debuche, Pangboche, Pheriche, Dugla, Lobuche Gorak Shep, and land at in between Gorak Shep and Kalaptther 5550m.landing place if the perfect place to see the Mount Everest 8848.86m, Khumbu glacier, and icefall, as well as many, might peak of the Himalayas.
After taking photographs the helicopter returns to Everest view hotel, stops for breakfast for 30 to 45min, and returns to Lukla again fueling after that same route fly back to Kathmandu.
How much does a helicopter tour to Everest cost?
To see the Himalayas and Mount Everest in a short time without physical fitness and the extreme remote landscape is only possible with a helicopter.
Private Everest helicopter tour cost: 6500USD cost is for maximum up to 05 person this cost is for 01 helicopters and weight must be no more the 400KG
Group joining tour cost only: 1500USD P/P
Can a single person book the Everest helicopter tour?
Yes, a single person can book a suitable Everest Heli tour. Life Himalaya trekking has an everyday departure to Everest base camp Heli tour. You can choose the tour package on any date you like.
What happened in case of bad weather during the Everest helicopter tour date?
The Everest tour is an unforgettable tour and you are flying through the villages, rivers, valleys, and above the Himalayas and the clouds. We manage Everest Helicopter tours only in the best weather.
If the weather is bad, the tour will be on the next day or if you don’t have time we will refund your amount.
Do I get a refund in case of bad weather?
Life Himalaya Trekking is a responsible local company. We never ever want to do one-time business so in case of bad weather you will get the money refund per company terms and conditions.
What i must know before the helicopter tour to Everest base camp?
The Heli tour will organize only in the best weather, if you have money and want to do the best tour we recommend booking a private Everest helicopter tour.
In case of bad weather, there are no helicopter flights. Warm cloth such as a down jacket, sunglasses, warm windproof trousers, small daypack, sun cream Nepalese rupees changed to get small souvenirs and for breakfast and drinks is the best.
Can we take a helicopter to Everest base camp?
Kathmandu to Everest base camp helicopter tour is one of the best adventure flights. Yes, you can take helicopter tours to the base camp. However, you are not allowed to land at the base camp
Landing at Everest Base camp is allowed for the expedition team and Climbing related personnel otherwise Everest helicopter tour with landing is only at Kala Patthar.
It includes expedition groups, emergency evacuation, and people with special permits from the Nepal mountaineering association and the Department of Tourism can land at the base camp.
How long will we stop for breakfast at Everest view hotel?
Everest view hotel is the prime location to see the entire Everest region’s high mountain peaks including Mt. Everest, Amadablam, Lhotse, and more. For the breakfast at Everest hotel, we will stop about 30 to 45min after breakfast and return back to Kathmandu.
How long did the helicopter land at Kalaptther during the helicopter tour?
Altitude makes the tour more fun and more difficult landing at over 5200m is not easy. The longer one stays outside the helicopter more chances of getting altitude sickness. So at Kalaptther helicopter will land for 10 to 15min. Life Himalaya only operates tours with safety. In case of emergency inside the helicopter Oxygen, Diamox tablets, and water are available.
How difficult is it to make Everest Heli tour landing at base camp Kalapathar?
Everest Heli tour with landing at base camp Kalapathar is not hard at all. Interested adventure lovers can make this tour in 4 hours. It is just hard to land a helicopter at high altitude. Nothing als.
Has anyone died during the helicopter tour?
Every year 30,000 to 50,000 do Everest expeditions and Everest base camp trekking. Yes, during that time people will die but the death rate is 0.3%.
During the trip when people get altitude sickness or a different type of illness helicopter tour is the best option with safety brought down to a lower altitude to save their life.
To this date no one died during the Everest helicopter tour to Himalaya base camp; this is the safest option with helicopters.
Which EBC Heli tour is better for private or group joining?
Everest base camp helicopter tour cost is more than the private Heli tour to base camp. On the private helicopter to Everest, you can choose the date and time you want to go. A private helicopter tour is the best for photographs and landing. No crowd, you have your own guide and the Captain.
How long is the Everest helicopter tour time?
Everest helicopter tour takes less than a half-day; it will take only 04 hours in the best weather time.
Is it Tour guide required for the Everest helicopter tour with landing?
Mount Everest is located historic national park of Sagarmatha and world-famous climbers Sherpas, it will be best to take tour guides if you want to know the Himalayas mountain names, Buddhist religions, and Sherpa culture. The guide will know more about altitude sickness, and first-aid.
Life Himalaya recommends you take a tour guide during the private Everest base camp Heli tour.
Can we go to Mount Everest by helicopter?
Yes, you can take a helicopter to Everest base camp and make a half-day tour private, with family or friends. Mount Everest’s height is 8848.86m which is too high to go on helicopters and land on top of Everest even though already in 2005 helicopters had landed on top of Mount Everest.
Can you visit Everest Base Camp without climbing?
Everest base camp is the most visited place on the earth by adventure trekkers. Yes, ordinary people can visit Everest by helicopter in the 1-day tour from Kathmandu or choose the classic route of multiple days helicopter tours to Everest base camp to explore more of the sherpas and Sagarmatha national park.
What are the best months 2025to see Everest heli tour?
Spring 2025 from March to May and September to December (autumn) are the best months for the Everest base camp helicopter tour 2025-2026
Which is the best local company for Everest helicopter tour with landing?
Life Himalaya trekking is the best local company for  Everest base camp helicopter with landing. the 1-day tour package tour starts from Kathmandu international airport and ends at Kathmandu airport including pickup and drop services
What is the best cost for Everest base camp helicopter tour 202-2026?
Local company Life Himalaya is located in Kathmandu. We offer the best cost 6500 USD for the private helicopter tour to see Everest on this helicopter 05 people could fit. the service is picked up from the hotel and brought back to the hotel in Kathmandu.
Which company offer cheap helicopter tour to mount Everest?
If you are an individual and want to do an Everest helicopter tour you could join us for only in 1500 USD P/P for a 4-hour helicopter tour. Life Himalaya offers cheap and the best helicopter tours for Nepal.
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EBC but with a copter lift in and out. The perfect, responsive, and kind communication over 4 times, picking
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everything in between. I felt safe, I felt calm and I felt thankful. Shiba matched us with the perfect original
companion His energy was calm, confident, and amping. He came, family. He guided us, kept us in the
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