Helicopter Tour in Nepal

Duration: 9 Days

Activity level: Moderate

Max altitude: 5,545 meters, Kala Patthar

Best season: Autumn (September to November), Spring (March to May)

Trip highlights

Miscellaneous Notes - There are few other things to remember for Everest Base Camp Heli Tour: ◉ There is no toilet on board. So, you have to wait until the helicopter rests at its first point. ◉ There are chances you can feel a little claustrophobic at first while onboarding. But once your helicopte...

Trip overview

Helicopter tour in Nepal is the easiest way to confront the highest points in the world like Mt. Everest (8848m), Mt. Annapurna (8091m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8188m), and others. Not only that, the tour is short yet takes you to the topmost base camps in the world like Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, Annapu...

What's included

➤ Airport/Hotel/ pick up and drop-off ➤ All ground local transportation ➤ Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with BB basis. ➤ Full board meals as per itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek. ➤ Necessary Hiking Permit and all national park fees. ➤ All accommodations in lodges/tea house...

What's excluded

➤ Nepal entry visa fee, which can be issued on your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu). ➤ All International airfares ➤ Travel insurance. ➤ Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu ➤ Your personal expenses such as gratuity (recommended), gifts, etc. ➤ Cold drinks and beverages ➤ Emergency Res...

What to bring

● Sleeping Bag ● Trekking Bag ● Duffel Bag ● Trekking pole ● Water bottle ● Hiking shirts ● Long-sleeved t-shirt ● Down jacket ● Waterproof shell jackets ● Waterproof pants ● Hiking boots ● Sun hat or scarf ● Toiletries (Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Hand sanitizer, Wet wipes, Medium-sized quick-drying to...

Your itinerary

Day 1

Arrival In Kathmandu!

Welcome to the country of culture & religion! Our representative will pick you from the airport upon your arrival and transfer you to the booked hotel. We will make sure you have a comfortable stay while you’re here. After some rest at your hotel, later on, you can visit nearby hubs like Thamel and Basantapur. Meanwhile, we also request to have all the necessary documents like passports, photos, and travel insurance with you.

Day 2

Sightseeing In Kathmandu

This is your prep day. You need to be ready for your journey the next day. Thus, pack your bags with all the necessary stuff and gear. If you are missing something, then you can buy them with ease. You will get them in the famous hubs like Thamel and Durbarmarg. Along with this, you’ll have a full day for sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley. You will visit UNESCO enlisted World Heritage sites like Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, and Boudhanath.

Day 3

Flight to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2610m)

You will take a short and scenic flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. You can enjoy the alluring views of the Himalayas within your ride. Within about 30-45 minutes, you will reach Lukla. Lukla is a small and famous Sherpa village in the Everest region. After some rest, you begin your trek. Walking alongside Dudh Koshi for 3-hours, you’ll reach Phakding for your night stay.

Day 4

Trek to Namche Bazar (3445m)

Now, your next destination will be Namche Bazaar. Namche is another famous village in the Khumbu region. The trail to Namche comprises challenges, adventure, and natural beauty. You’ll cross suspension bridges and behold prayer wheels, stupas, and shrines. You will also pass via settlements like Monjo village. Monjo village also is the entry point of Sagarmatha National Park.

Day 5

Rest and Acclimatization at Namche Bazar (3445m)

You’ll spend a day in Namche Bazaar to acclimatize. This prepares you for adapting the thinner oxygen level at high altitudes. This is important to avoid Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS). Even though this is an acclimatization day, you will walk up to Syangboche village. From its top, you can enjoy enticing views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and more. This day, you can also roam and visit cafes, bakery shops, and restaurants around Namche.

Day 6

Trek to Thame (3800m) and Return to Namche Bazaar

This day will add the fun of exploring Thame village of the Everest Region. It will take you about five hours to reach there. It's a beautiful Khumbu village that even includes an old Tibetan trade route. Thus, you'll explore Tingri via Nangpa La on your way. Overnight at the guesthouse in Namche!

Day 7

Helicopter flight from Namche to Everest Base Camp/Kalapatthar

So, the big day is finally here! You will have a great day ahead as you get to explore outstanding places like Kalapatthar and Everest Base Camp. Plus, the scene you have from the top of the horizon is inexplicable!

Day 8

Fly to Kathmandu from Lukla

On this day, you will take a flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. Bidding goodbye to the Everest region, you will reach the capital within half an hour. Overall, you will have a great flight and the rest of the day is leisure. So, it all depends on you on how you'll spend it.

Day 9

Final Departure!

Here comes the final day of your stay in Nepal. According to your flight schedule, our representative will take you back to the airport. As long as you stay here, we will make sure you have a good stay. Besides these, there are many outstanding spots within the visited region. If you want to explore them, our itinerary is customizable. For us, the primary priority will always be your satisfaction & preference. Do contact us for any kind of inquiry or bookings.