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Kathmandu: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

1. Kathmandu: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Discover the majesty of the imposing Himalayas on this helicopter flight from Kathmandu. Stop near the Everest base camp and travel to the Hotel Everest View for an unforgettable breakfast on this thrilling mountain adventure. Be collected from your Kathmandu accommodation between in the early morning and transfer to the Tibhuwan International Airport's domestic area. Following about 30-40 minutes of preparation time, the helicopter will take off. Begin your 45-minute flight over beautiful hills and valleys to the famous Lukla Airport (Tenzing Hillary Airport), which sits at an elevation of 2,860 meters. Land for 10-15 minutes for refueling at the Lukla Airport, before taking off again. Soar for 25-minutes over the Everest region Fly over the colorful settlements of Namche Bazar, Pheriche, the Tengboche Monastery, and Gorakshep. Make your way up to the famous landing spot of Kalapatthar, which is 200 meters above the Everest Base Camp. Have roughly 10 minutes to look around, take photographs, and absorb the magnificent views of snow-capped mountains from a close distance. Glidethorugh the skies for 12 minutes to Hotel Everest View, at an elevation of 3,880 meters. Sit at an open terrace for a delicious breakfast with breathtaking views. After this refreshing break of roughly 45 minutes, the helicopter will take another 80-minute flight from HEV, Syangboche, to Lukla Airport and to its final stop at Kathmandu Airport. Transfer from the airport back to your hotel in Kathmandu.

From Kathmandu: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

2. From Kathmandu: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Start the tour with an early 6 AM pickup from your hotel in Kathmandu, then transfer to the airport. Board a helicopter and embark on a thrilling 50-minute commercial helicopter flight to Lukla Airport shared with up to 5 other passengers. Admire incredible panoramas of the Himalayas from above, as well as mindblowing views of glaciers and lakes.  From Lukla, take a second 30-minute helicopter flight all the way to Kala Patthar. Fly over the Khumbu Region and get to know it in a whole new way. Land at the famous Kala Patthar viewpoint and get out here to take incredible pictures and see the mountains. After this, continue the tour to Synagboche, the closest airstrip to Mount Everest and Everest Base Camp. Marvel at the impressive vistas of the mountain ranges and soak up the stunning natural beauty. Finally, return from Syangboche to Lukla and finally back Kathmandu which takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. You will get picked up from Kathmandu airport and returned to your hotel. The total tour duration in between 4-5 hours.

Everest Base Camp: 3 Hour Helicopter Sightseeing Tour

3. Everest Base Camp: 3 Hour Helicopter Sightseeing Tour

This aerial tour of the Everest region will provide you with breathtaking views of the region and memories to last a lifetime. Each participant gets a window seat while flying to Everest Base Camp. Fly east from Kathmandu towards the beautiful Sherpa village and the gateway to Everest, Lukla. After fueling in Lukla, fly towards the Everest Base Camp at Kalapathar. The flight goes over the Tengboche, Dingboche, Gorakshep and Khumbu glaciers to reach the Everest Base Camp. You will be given a maximum of 5 minutes landing time at the Base Camp due to the altitude threat. Located at approximately 5644m, it provides unbelievable views of Mount Everest, Nuptse, Changtse and Lhotse. Indulge in an exclusive breakfast at the Everest View Hotel, located on a ridge. Watch the changing landscape as clouds drift past the peaks and reveal forests and small villages on the mountain sides. You will then fly back to Lukla for fueling and then to Kathmandu to end this amazing experience.

From Kathmandu: Everest Experience Scenic Flight

4. From Kathmandu: Everest Experience Scenic Flight

Alongside Everest, the early morning flight (an hour long) offers an aerial view of the majestic Himalayan range with a magnificent birds eye view over Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Amadablam and Mt. Gauri Shankar among others. The flight also offers you a view over Tengboche Monastery and Namche Bazar, the most famous Sherpa Village in Khumbu. With snow capped mountains sparkling brightly in the morning sunlight, the surrounding lakes and glaciers make up for a spectacular view of clear water beaming down the Himalayas to form rivers and streams. The intimation for what it’s like to feel the same, book one right away to fly over the mighty Himalayas and experience an awe of sheer magnificence beyond your imagination. Travel Itinerary: 05:30 AM: Drive to Tribhuvan International Airport The tour begins with your driver picking you up from your hotel. You then drive towards the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. 06:00 AM: Domestic Terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport You begin your flight after you complete your security check and getting boarding pass at the Domestic Terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. 06:30 PM: Take Off Flight The aircraft takes off at 06:30 AM in the morning for an hour long mountain flight over the mighty Himalayas. 07:30 PM: Touch down at Tribhuvan International Airport You will then be dropped back at Tribhuvan International Airport and escorted back to your hotel. Note: You might as well receive a ‘Adventure Flight Certificate‘ from your respective airlines.

Kathmandu: 1-Hour Mount Everest Flight

5. Kathmandu: 1-Hour Mount Everest Flight

You will be picked up from your hotel in Kathmandu. After a short drive, you will reach the TIA from where the plane takes off. The mountain flight usually lasts from 50 minutes to an hour, and there are a variety of options for the flight times. During the flight, you can witness the bewitching beauty of the tallest Himalayas of the world including Everest, Gauri Shankar, and Langtang Lirung. A total of 20 mountain peaks are summoned in this Everest flight from Kathmandu. Starting from Langtang Lirung Peak to Everest and Chamlang Peak, you will get to explore everything from the air. The cool air will refresh you like never before, and on your return back to Kathmandu you get to take a second look at all of the beauties previously witnessed. This experience will provide you with a fantastic insight into the geography of Nepal, and following your return to TIA, you will be taken back to your hotel.

Everest Scenic Mountain Flight with Hotel Pickup/Drop

6. Everest Scenic Mountain Flight with Hotel Pickup/Drop

Mountain flight in Nepal is one day tour package designed by Himalayan Social Journey for all those mountain lover and enthusiast. Take a flight over the Himalayas and get the exciting experience of seeing all the beautiful mountains including the world's highest peak: Mt. Everest from the cockpit of the plane. The view from the cockpit of the plane is beyond anyone's imagination. The clear view of the vast Himalaya, crystal clear glaciers, moraines, high altitude lakes and many other small peaks are visible all at once. Likewise, mountain flights is great alternative instead of trekking in the Himalayan region of Nepal. Enjoy a close look of the mighty Everest range along with other majestic mountain like Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Dorje Lakpa, Gauri Shankar, Cho Oyu, Melungtse, Shisha Pangma, Gyanhungkang, karlyolung, Chugimago, Nuptse and many more.

From Kathmandu: 1-Hour Flight Over Mount Everest

7. From Kathmandu: 1-Hour Flight Over Mount Everest

Fly over the roof of the world on an amazing flight above the Himalayas mountain range and experience Mount Everest from a different perspective. Get panoramic views of the highest mountain peaks on earth as you traverse the snow-capped mountains in 1 hour. Take off from Kathmandu Airport and cruise about the magnificent massifs of rock and ice as you make your way east. Look to your far left to see the summit of Gosaithan (also known as Shishapangma) towering 8,013 meters above sea level. Gaze in awe at the pyramid-shaped peak of Dorje Lhakpa in the Langtang Himal area. Cast your eyes to the right to admire the snow-capped summit of Phurbi-Chyachu in the Kathmandu Valley. Soar like a bird over the town of Namche Bazaar and get amazing aerial views of the village of Tengboche and Ama Dablam mountain.

Nepal: 16-Day Everest Base Camp Wellness and Culinary Trek

8. Nepal: 16-Day Everest Base Camp Wellness and Culinary Trek

This trek to Everest Base Camp has been designed to offer something uniquely different from what other trekking companies offer by including a trip up to the Base Camp of the most beautiful mountain in this region – Amadablam. The base camp of Amadablam is rarely visited by trekkers. The hike up to Amadablam base camp provides the opportunity to walk from the treeline to high altitude alpine forest and the summer pastures with stunning views of the Maha Langgur range not seen from the main trail to Everest Base Camp. This trek has also been planned to bypass the very popular and often crowded Thyanboche monastery area, staying at the superb Pangboche with the intention of bringing some business to the lodge owners there to have some income for a change. The highest mountain peak of all of them is Mount Everest. Standing at 8,850metres its imposing majesty has inspired awe and wonder in those who live beneath it, those that have read about it and those who have simply seen pictures of it. This Everest Base Camp trek is no exception, following in the footsteps of the great climbing parties. We trek through Sherpa country past fields and villages before the hard work begins as we climb up to Namche Bazaar. Above the treeline the scenery is stark but spectacular. The incredible monastery at Thyangboche is wonderfully set against the backdrop of Ama Dablam, Everest and other snow-capped peaks. Our goal is Everest Base Camp situated on the Khumbu Glacier; we also grab the opportunity to climb Kala Pathar (5,545m) for the ultimate view of Mt. Everest and to capture the spirit of this mountain legend. Your experienced Group Leader and Sherpa Guides will make your health and welfare a priority throughout this Everest Base Camp trek, providing everything possible for a safe and memorable adventure. We have allowed additional rest days for acclimatization to lower the risks of altitude sickness and therefore extended the trek to 22 days with 4 days in Kathmandu. Over the years whilst leading treks in the Himalayas, we have built up a strong relationship with the lodge-owners, such that the owners of these lodges allow our Trekking Chefs to prepare our special dishes on some special days to pamper you and relish the taste. Finally, your comfort and safety are at the forefront in our treks, particularly at high altitude. Our leaders have comprehensive first aid training and equipment. Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu. Briefing for the trek. Day 2: Fly to Lukla (2,840m) trek to Phakding. Overnight lodge. 2650m.3 hours trek Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441m). (5 hours walking) Overnight lodging Day 4: Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and exploration day. Day 5: Trek to Pangboche via the famous Thyangboche monastery (3790m) and the Deboche Nunnery along with overnight lodging Day 6: Hike up to the less trekked base camp of the most beautiful mountain in this region - Amadablam. We will continue on to a ridge at an altitude of 5000m - perfect for acclimatization while enjoying an off-the-beaten track which is taken only by mountaineers and the villagers when bringing their animals for summer grazing. Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4320m) and up towards Nakardzong Ridge for acclimatization. Overnight lodge, (5 to 6 hours walking) Day 8: Trek to Lobuche (4900m) Overnight lodge (5-6 hours walking). Day 9: Trek to Everest base camp and overnight lodging at Gorakshep (5120m) Day 10: Trek to Kalapathar and head back toward Lobuche or Pheriche with overnight lodging, (9 hours walking) Day 11: Trek Kyangjuma or Namche Bazaar. (Overnight lodging) Day 12: Trek to Phakding or Monjo. Overnight Lodge Day 13: Trek to Lukla. Last night party with the lads! Overnight Lodging Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu Day 15: Morning walking tour of Ason (an old spice market) and the old Durbar Square (Palace).

From Pokhara : Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Helicopter Tour

9. From Pokhara : Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Helicopter Tour

Annapurna basecamp Helicopter tour package is available on a daily basis from the beautiful city of Pokhara with both private and shared groups. The tour allows you to experience an aerial and panoramic view of mountain ranges including Annapurna I-IV, Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Machhapuchhre (6993 m), Gangapurna, Singu Chuli, Himchuli, Khangsar Kang and Tare Kang Glacier Dome among others. The helicopter ride also offers you an up close view of the Himalayas and its natural beauty in a very short period of time while you skip the multi-day trekking route. The 15 minute flight takes off from Pokhara Airport to Annapurna Base Camp. During the flight, you will have most enjoyable scenic view of mountains villages and Annapurna Conservation Area. The helicopter will be landing 30 minutes to observe the base camp and capture photos of your memorable trip. You will then fly back to Pokhara Airport. Outline Itinerary 07:00 AM: Tour begins from your hotel (Max Altitude: 830 m / 2723 ft) The tour begins with a pick up from your hotel in Pokhara. You will then be escorted to the Heli Terminal of Pokhara Airport. 7:30 AM: Board a 15 min helicopter flight to Annapurna Base Camp (Max Altitude: 4130 m / 13549 ft) You will then board a 15 min helicopter flight to Annapurna Base Camp. Annapurna Base Camp is most famous for its panoramic views of the surrounding mountains in hand touch distance. During your flight you will also have an aerial view over Annapurna Sanctuary, Ghandruk Village and Modi River. 08:15 AM: Fly back to Pokhara Airport (Min Altitude: 830 m / 2723 ft) After your trip to Annapurna Base Camp, you will take a 15 min helicopter flight back to ‘Pokhara Airport.’ 08:30 AM: Drop back to your hotel (Min Altitude: 830 m / 2723 ft) A tour representative will then escort you back to your hotel.

From Kathmandu: Private Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

10. From Kathmandu: Private Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

If you are looking for Romance, Engagement, Propose, Anniversary or Birthday, this is great gift and surprise for your loved one. Get up-close-and-personal with the traditional cultures of the Himalayan people on a private Everest Base Camp helicopter tour that includes a privileged helicopter flight above Mount Everest and a trek to the Everest base camp. Get picked up from your hotel in the morning and transfer to the domestic terminal of Kathmandu Airport to begin your flight over the world’s highest mountain range. Make a brief landing at Lukla to refuel before flying over Everest base camp and land at Kalapattar to admire 360-degree panoramic views of the world’s tallest mountains from ground level. After 5-10 minutes, head back to Everest View Hotel for breakfast before returning to Kathmandu.

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What people are saying about Sagarmatha Zone

excellent trip! the Driver picked Me up from the hotel and took me to the airport, where we met our pilot and the tour guide who was with us the whole way. the entire trip was worth every penny! we had an unbelievable view of Mt. Everest and we got to eat breakfast at a great hotel at 12000 feet!

The folks on the plane were very helpful showing us the mountains and their names. Of course, I wished we could fly closer. Perhaps next time I'll fly to base camp!! . Also pick up drivers were on time and friendly!!! Thank you everyone.

This was one of the most amazing trips I’ve ever been on. The views of Mount Everest and the other mountains was spectacular. I would recommend this trip to anyone. It was absolutely amazing ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This was definitely worth the cost!! One of my favorite things I’ve done. Highly recommend it. Left me smiling from ear to ear.

Floating above the roof of the world was an overwhelming and touching experience. Just to be recommended