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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.

Offered by Mountain Hiking & Trekking Pvt.Ltd

Duration1 days
Illustrative Nepal scenery for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

Everest base camp Helicopter adventure tour start from Kathmandu domestic Airport. It will be a take one hour flight east you can see Himalayan panorama view from the flight, Mt. Ganesh Himal and Mt. Langtang appear to the north. Moving east, Jugal Himal and Gaurishankar Himal appear, followed by the Great Mahalangur Himalayan Range where the world's highest mountain, Mt. Everest ,(Sagarmatha) lies. After one hour's flight, you will land in Lukla, where the helicopter will fuel up After that you fly From Lukla, you'll fly to Everest base or kalapather .and spending few min for take photos there. you'll make a brief stop to enjoy another 3600 panoramic viewpoint of the Khumbu Himalayan range – Mt Everest and Mt Lhotse in the front, Lingtren and Khumbutse Peaks to the front-left and Mt Pumori to the left. There are numerous other peaks to the back-left, back and the back-right, plus Mt Taboche and Cholatse to the right, and Mt Nuptse to the front-right. After absorbing all these spectacular views, you will then descend down to Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu. Mountain Hiking & Trekking will pick you from airport to your hotel.

02 / WHY GO

The memorable moments

Major Highlights of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fly to 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. Land at Kala Patthar at the altitude of 5,545 meters 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 the surrounding peaks, including Lhotse (8,516 m), Nuptse (7,861 m), Phortse (3,950 m), Cho Oyu (8,210 m), etc Stand at the world’s base camp and enjoy the jaw-dropping views of the Himalayas Outstanding view of the Khumbu icefall Enjoy the delicious breakfast at the highest place hotel in the world- Everest View Hotel Outline Itinerary Kathmandu- Lukla (Fueling) Flight Time: 45 Minutes Ground Time: 7-10 Minutes Lukla – Everest Base Camp (Kalapatthar) Flight Time: 25 Minutes Ground Time: 7-10 Minutes Everest Base Camp (Kalapatthar) – Syangboche Flight Time: 15 Minutes Ground Time: 30 Minutes Syangboche – Lukla – Kathmandu Flight Time: 1hrs 10 Minutes Trip 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 and many more. Stunning landscapes, Icefalls, and glaciers. Beautiful villages and valleys.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day Day 01:: 5:30 - 6:30 AM: Hotel pick up and drop to the domestic terminal of International Airport, Kathmandu. — Your Everest helicopter tour will start from International Airport, Kathmandu. Early in the morning, we will pick you from the hotel and drive to the airport's domestic terminal. Day 2: 6:30 - 7:00 AM: Preparation and processing to take your scheduled helicopter flight to EBC with a landing. — Your guide will assist you with the check-in process and luggage. Make sure to carry your passport and tickets. After checking in, an airport officer will check your documents and ticket, and you will be ready to fly to Lukla. Day 3: 7:00 - 8:00 AM: Fly to Lukla (2,845 meters) — Once you complete your airport formalities, you will proceed to fly Lukla. As you begin to fly, you will be welcomed by the fantastic vistas of green hills, and passing through Dolakha village reaches Jiri village. Heli ride continues over the Lamjura-La Pass (3,550 m) covered in thick rhododendron forests. After 45 minutes, you will land at Lukla with magnificent views of the chains of the Himalayas. Lukla lies at 2,820 meters above sea level. Lukla is famous for Lukla airport, which has a small runway in the world. Day 4: 8: 00 - 8:15 AM: Flight Refueling at Lukla Airport — Once you land at Lukla, you will start witnessing the local Sherpa culture and lifestyle. At the airport, you will see many Sherpa guides and porters waiting for their clients. It will take around 15 minutes to refuel the flight. Day 5: 8:15 - 8:30 AM: Fly to Kala Patthar (5,450 meters) — After refueling at Lukla airport, you will fly to Kala Patthar. The inflight commentary will tell you exactly where you are, whether it's the legendary Everest Base Camp or the mighty Khumbu glacier. In the second half of the flight, you will get great views of the mountains such as Everest, Pumori, and Lhotse summit when flying over the Kala Patthar. Day 6: 8:30 - 8:45 AM: Land and Explore around Kala Patthar (5,450 meters) — Upon reaching Kala Patthar, we will stop for a brief 10 minutes if requested. This is because our bodies can not adapt to the sudden transition from 1,400m at Kathmandu to over 5,500m in only a few hours. Nevertheless, it is more than enough to admire a close-up view of Everest and take some memorable pictures. Important: Landing at Kala Patthar cannot exceed 10 minutes and the helicopter engine will not be turned off due to windy environment and high altitude Day 7: 8:45 - 9:00 AM: Fly to Syangboche (Everest View Hotel) (3,950 meters) — Throughout this mountain flight, you will be accompanied by a guide who will tell you all you need to know about the sites you have a bird's eye view of as the vibrant colors of a sunrise in paradise merge into one. This short flight is bound to arouse your appetite for another helicopter tour. After enjoying the magical moments at Kala Patthar, you will fly to the world's highest situated hotel, Everest View Hotel, for a hearty breakfast. The flight offers marvelous views of Khumbu Glacier, Gorak Shep, monasteries, Chortens, and snow-clad peaks of the Everest region. Day 8: 9:00 - 9:30 AM: Breakfast Time at Everest View Hotel — Syangboche is well-known for Everest View hotel, famous for getting Mt. Everest’s view from every corner. It is an ideal place to get the mesmerizing scene of snow-capped peaks in luxury. You will have a hearty filling breakfast at Everest view hotel with splendid Everest view. Day 9: 9:30 - 10:00 AM: Fly to Lukla and Refuel — After having an excellent breakfast in the hotel, you will fly back to the Lukla with the astonishing views of the Himalayas. There is nothing more exciting than a clear bird's eye view of the Himalayas up close. Once again, the flight will land at Lukla for 15 minutes for refueling and fly back to Kathmandu. Day 10: 10:00 - 11:00 AM: Fly back to Kathmandu — Finally, before heading back to Kathmandu, you will see the full range of the Everest region landscapes' diversity as you look down on the Namche Bazaar, Lukla, and Phakding. After this

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 26:30 - 7:00 AM: Preparation and processing to take your scheduled helicopter flight to EBC with a landing. — Your guide will assist you with the check-in process and luggage. Make sure to carry your+

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Day 37:00 - 8:00 AM: Fly to Lukla (2,845 meters) —+

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Day 48: 00 - 8:15 AM: Flight Refueling at Lukla Airport — Once you land at Lukla, you will start witnessing the local Sherpa culture and lifestyle. At the airport, you will see many Sherpa guides and porters waiting for their clients. It will take around 15 minutes to refuel the flight.+

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Day 58:15 - 8:30 AM: Fly to Kala Patthar (5,450 meters) — After refueling at Lukla airport, you will fly to Kala Patthar. The inflight commentary will tell you exactly where you are, whether it's the legendary Everest Base Camp or the mighty Khumbu glacier. In the second half of the flight, you will get great views of the mountains such as Everest, Pumori, and Lhotse summit when flying over the Kala Patthar.+

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Day 68:30 - 8:45 AM: Land and Explore around Kala Patthar (5,450 meters) — Upon reaching Kala Patthar, we will stop for a brief 10 minutes if requested. This is because our+

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Day 78:45 - 9:00 AM: Fly to Syangboche (Everest View Hotel) (3,950 meters) — Throughout this mountain flight, you will be accompanied by a guide who will tell you all you+

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Day 89:00 - 9:30 AM: Breakfast Time at Everest View Hotel — Syangboche is well-known for Everest+

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Day 99:30 - 10:00 AM: Fly to Lukla and Refuel — After having an excellent breakfast in the hotel, you will fly back to the Lukla with the+

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Day 1010:00 - 11:00 AM: Fly back to Kathmandu — Finally, before heading back to Kathmandu, you will see the full range of the Everest region+

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KNOW WHAT'S COVERED

What's included in your experience

Included

  • Chartered Helicopter 5 people
  • All government tax
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Passenger insurance

Not included

  • 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 USD. 31 per person (optional)
PLAN AHEAD

Essential trip information

Before you go

Travle insurance Travel Insurance is mandatory for all customers who looking to travel in Nepal with the Mountain Hiking & Trekking .The Travel Insurance must cover both the evacuation and medical cost There are many insurance companies that offer travel insurance services over the internet. You can choose from a wide variety of insurance companies as per your convenience. Especially when it comes to trekking in Nepal, there is always a narrow chance of minor health issues, injuries and most importantly – altitude sickness.  It is essential that you prefer an insurance rule that covers the cost of the helicopter rescue from the mountains in case of main accidents and delicate mountain sickness (AMS). through such great cases of an emergency evacuation, a helicopter service is the only way out of the mountains. This includes a rescue team for both – ground evacuation and rescue. Which is why we need your travel insurances to cover the cost of helicopter services and evacuation from the Himalayas It is forever recovered to be safe than apologetic. Before you plan your trip with Mountain Hiking & Trekking do make sure that your travel insurance covers all the costs mentioned above from a reliable company.  Suggested Travel Insurance Companies:  https://www.travelguard.com https://www.worldnomads.com https://www.mondial-assistance.ca https://www.travelassistnetwork.com/ https://www.travelex-insurance.com/ https://www.travelite.com/ https://www.tugo.com https://www.hccmis.com/atlas-travel-insurance

Accommodation

No

Fitness & eligibility

3

Meeting point

Kathmandu

What to bring

  • WATERPROOFS: Down Jacket (windproof) and trousers (be ready for freezing point)
  • SUN HATS: Cap
  • SCARF : Silk/Nylon, useful for keeping the sun and dust SUNGLASSES GOGGLES: Essential to get a pair which cuts out 100% UV rays
  • SUN SCREEN CREAM : High protection factor [20 or higher] or high
  • altitude glacier cream due to thin air the U/V is
  • stronger in the sun.
  • LIP SLAVE/ LABISAN: Protection for the lips with a sunscreen
  • WATER BOTTLE: 1 liter
  • TOILET ITEMS:Paper
  • CAMERA GEAR: batteries, memory card, tripod, etc……
  • Seekers shoes is fine with warm shocks

Cancellation terms

The Agreement: We encourage you to read the terms and conditions carefully before booking any trips with us, by submitting the booking form you are agreeing to be bound by the conditions of the terms and please go through the following Terms and Conditions that govern the relationship between you (client) and Mountain Hiking & Trekking P. Ltd)  (hereinafter referred as "The Company"), Registered Company Number 74068/066/067, both parties agree to these Terms and Conditions to resolve any legal or other disputes that may arise during the trip. Trip Booking: A 'trip' refers to any product itinerary or activities that are listed in our official website www.himalayaguide.com that you buy from us including Trekking, Tours, Expeditions, and/or other adventure and tour programs. A booking is accepted and becomes definite only from the date when the Company sends a confirmation email then the contract between the Company and the Client comes into existence. Before your booking is confirmed and a contract comes into force, the Company reserves the right to increase or decrease prices. Please note that the company would not be liable to any warranty, collateral agreement, prior agreement, description of services, or conditions, other than as expressed herein. Deposit Requirement For Booking Trip: I)  Nepal Trips: For Nepal Trips, you will have to make a deposit of 25% of trip cost at the time of booking. The Deposit amount is nonrefundable. the remaining 75% amount is payable upon your arrival in Kathmandu and before the trip departure from Kathmandu. The deposit should be sent to the Company, The Tailor Made trips may require a higher deposit or full payment at the time of booking so, if deposit is different from that outlined in this clause, you will be advised by the company at the time of booking. II) Tibet/ Bhutan Trips: For the Booking of Tibet and Bhutan Trips, you will make 35% of the trip cost at the time of Booking. The Deposit amount is nonrefundable. and the remaining 60% is payable upon arrival in Kathmandu and before the trip departure. Method of Payment Booking deposit can be made by bank transfer, by Credit Card (Visa or Mastercard) and western union: Booking paying by any credit card is Free of charge http://www.himalayaguide.com/payment.html if you want to pay by credit card we are 100% online secure payment systems Payment via Wire/Bank Transfer: Our Bank Details for wire Transfer:  Name of the Account Holder: - Mountain Hiking & Trekking P. LTD Account Number: - 00207405260011 Account Type: - Current Paying Bank- Himalayan Bank LTD. Bank Address:- Thamel, Kathamandu, Nepal Post Box No: - 14444 Swift Code: - HIMANPKA Note: Bank service charge should be paid by the clients themselves at the time of deposit. Please note that we are not liable of any delay or loss during the transfer process, If in case due to use of mediator bank or any other reasons if the money received by us is less than the amount sent, you are requested upon arrival to pay accordingly so that the total is equivalent to the product cost. E-mail us the bank reference number or remittance slipserence number/remittance slips and sender details, and it will be easy for us to check. after you initiate the transfer, sometimes bank forwards the money with different name; if we have ref Final Payment: (a) Nepal Trips: Final payment on trekking, tours, climbing, expedition or any kind of trips in Nepal can be made upon arrival in Nepal and before the trip departure; final payment can be made by bank transfer, cash or by Credit Card (Visa or Master Card) and there is 0% surcharge when the payment is made by cards (this applies to  final balances and trip extension only. b) Tibet and Bhutan Trips: Final payment of Tibet and Bhutan Trips should be made before the 30 days prior of the tour date and final payment can be made by bank transfer, or by Credit Card (Visa or Master Card) and there is 0% surcharge when the payment is made by cards (this applies to deposits, final balances and trip extension only Trip Cancellation By The Client Any cancellation by a Client must be made in writing and acknowledged by the Company, the date on which the request to cancel is received by the Company, will determine the cancellation charge Cancellation of Nepal,Bhutan and Tibet Trips deposit amount is ( Non- Refundable) But you can use That deposit anytime when you come to nepal. a) The Client is strongly advised to take out cancellation insurance at the time of making the booking. b)  No refunds will be made if you voluntarily leave a trip for any reason after the trip has start on,No refunds will be made for any accommodation, transport, sightseeing, meals or services not utilized. c) If you want to change the date of the tour, it is possible to change within our tour date (subject to availability) which may occur some additional cost for you. d) We will take last minute booking till 5 day prior of tour date for Nepal trips and till 20 days prior for Bhutan and Tibet trips and you need to make full payment to book the tour in these cases. Cancellation Of A Tour By The Company: Mountain Hiking & Trekking  P. Ltd reserves the right to cancel any trip, including a guaranteed trip, prior to departure due to reasons beyond our control (due to natural disasters, flight cancellation, , industrial action, Mountain sickness, weather conditions and Early back to kathamandu from Trek  or any Tour in nepal,bhutan and Tibet trip. In such a case, Mountain Hiking & Trekking P. Ltd will not refund any money Passport And Visas:  All clients must have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date, Nepalese visas can be obtained from the Nepalese Embassies or Consulate in your country or arrival in Kathmandu Airport. Please visit our Nepal Visa for the detail info. Complaints: If you have complaints about the trip, you can tell to operator/leader/guide at the earliest opportunity then he will take the appropriate action. Acceptance Of Risk:  We are committed to provide the best services by performing our duties honestly & seriously to make your journey very smooth & successful. However, Mountain Hiking & Trekking P. Ltd and its related organization shall not be responsible for any changes in the itinerary due to unavoidable circumstance beyond our control such as govt. restriction, Land slide, road blockage, flood, snow political unrest, cancellation of flight, delay, sickness or accident and The nature of some of our trips is adventurous and risky as well, therefore may involve a personal risk. We would like to inform you that you have to take all risk on yourself such as damages or injuries or death resulting from these inherent risks.

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