Everest Chopper Tour

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5 Based on 4 Reviews
  • duration 4 hours
  • tour type Private and Group
  • age requirement 5-85 yrs
  • max group size 50
  • guiding method Partially guided
  • Trek difficulty Moderate
  • Maximum altitude 5400 meters
  • Tour Code BM-19634
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  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Ends Kathmandu, Nepal
HIGHLIGHTS
  • Fly to the Everest region from Kathmandu
  • See the magnificent Himalayas from your chopper seat
  • Land in Syangboche, located 3,761m above sea level
Get up close with the Himalayas and experience their beauty during this four-hour Everest chopper tour. This tour is the easiest way to see Mount Everest and other mountains in the Himalayan range from a height of more than 16,000 feet (5,000 meters).

Your journey starts from Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport with the helicopter flying eastward, parallel to the Himalayans. See magnificent vistas of soaring peaks en route to Lukla, where the chopper will land for refuelling. Then fly all the way to the airstrip in Syangboche, located 3,761 m above sea level.

There is an option to enjoy breakfast at Hotel Everest View as well. From Syangboche, the chopper will take you closer to Mount Everest as well as Amadablam, Pumori and Cho Oyu.

You will mostly be flying above the Solukhumbu region, where Mount Everest is located, during your time in the sky. This fascinating land, surrounded by high mountains and dotted with Sherpa villages and monasteries, is a real paradise for mountaineers and trekkers alike.

Kathmandu to Lukla (2,845 meters) (45 minutes flight)
The Everest helicopter tour starts from Kathmandu. Once you reach the domestic airport hop on your helicopter and head towards Lukla. The flight to Lukla has mesmerizing with views, fly over the concert jungles, of the Kathmandu valley, as you cross the valley witness the majestic views of the lush hills of central Nepal, a part of the great Mahabharat range. Hovering above dotted settlements along the central hills of Nepal, you will reach the settlement of Lukla. A beautiful settlement nestled on a hilltop.
The flight duration is around 30 to 45 minutes. Once you reach Lukla, take a short break. The helicopter needs to be refueled at Lukla. A short break of around 10 to 15 minutes and again get in the helicopter and head towards Kala Patthar.

Lukla to Kala Patthar (5,550 meters) (15-20 minutes flight)
Kala Patthar is a famous vantage point of the Khumbu region nestled at an elevation of 5,550 meters. Trekkers often flock to this area to get a different perspective of the region, and the views at dawn are majestic from this vantage point. A 15 to 20 minutes flight will take you to the summit of Kala Patthar, passing over various settlements along the classic Everest trail. Fly over the settlements of Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Gorak Shep, and the deep wilderness of the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Site.
Once you reach the summit of Kala Patthar, soak in the views of Himalayan vistas. The 360-degree mountain view from Kala Patthar is stunning with views of Everest and Lhotse above 8000 meters, Nuptse, Changtse, Pumori above 7000 meters, Ama Dablam, Chumbu, Thamserku, Kangtega, Taboche & Lobuche above 6,000 meters along with other endless peaks of the Greater Himalayan range, glaciers, and icefalls.
At Kala Patthar, you will have a half an hour stop. Observe the majestic view of the Khumbu region and next head towards Everest View hotel.

Kala Patthar to Everest View Hotel (12 minutes flight)
Hovering alongside the mountain giants and flying by the deep wilderness of the Khumbu region head towards the Everest View Hotel. The flight is short, but the views are majestic. The Everest View hotel is one of the highest place hotels in the world, providing 360-degree views of the mountains of the Khumbu region.

Breakfast at the Everest View Hotel (30 minutes flight)
Upon reaching the hotel you will have your breakfast with the views of the Himalayas and deep woodlands of evergreen fir trees, shrubs, and rhododendron forests. A stop for 30 minutes and next you will be heading towards Lukla.

Everest View Hotel to Lukla for refueling (15 minutes flight)
Witness the grand views of the snow-capped mountains and lush wilderness of the Khumbu region. Flying across several settlements dotted along the trail you will reach Lukla. At Lukla, the helicopter needs to refuel so you will have a brief break of around 10 to 15 minutes. After refueling head back to Kathmandu.

Lukla to Kathmandu (45 minutes)
The flight takes you around 45 minutes and covers a distance of 136 kilometers. Fly-past the mountains and alpine territory towards the lush hills of central Nepal. Hovering above various rural settlements and cities you will reach the concrete jungle of the Kathmandu Valley. Upon reaching Kathmandu our representative will assist you with your accommodation. The rest of the day is yours to explore this vibrant city, head on a guided tour, or stroll on your own.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • Pickup and drop-off from your hotel in central Kathmandu. Land transport by private cars and vans
  • Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages
  • 4 hours of chopper flight (depends on the weather on the day of your travel)
  • All official taxes and service charges ·
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Accommodation and meals in Kathmandu
  • Anything not mentioned in the 'What's Included' section
  • Necessary permit and entrance fee for conservation area
  • National park permit
  • Travel insurance
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 4 reviews
  • Reo Angga Ardenia
  • On May 05 2023
5 - Excellent
EVEREST CHOPPER TOUR
Everest Chopper Tour adalah perjalanan wisata yang menakjubkan di Nepal yang menawarkan pemandangan indah dari puncak tertinggi di dunia, Gunung Everest, dari udara dengan menggunakan helikopter.Perjalanan dimulai dari Bandara... Read more
A Bookmundi Travel Expert Sujan Lamichhane responded to this review:

Dear Valued Guest,

Namaste and Greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya !!!

Thank you for choosing Alpine Club of Himalaya for your holidays and I am quite thankful to you for your time dropping nice review here. It was rewarding for all of us to read that every aspect of your trip was of memorable. As usual, it will give me great joy to share your words with the team who continuously do their best to please our clients. We look forward to your next visit to Nepal with your friends/family to experience and re-discover what my agency can offer in term of services and products as appreciated by many of our valued customers for greater adventures in their walk of the Himalaya.

Warm Regards,

Team Alpine Club of Himalaya

  • Patrick
  • From New Zealand
  • On Jul 13 2020
5 - Excellent
Best Tour ever
We had a wonderful Everest Chopper Tour. This tour just amazing, beautiful scenes, snow capped mountains and extremely exciting. We loved this.
A Bookmundi Travel Expert responded to this review:

Dear Guest,

Namaste and greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya!!!

Thank you for sharing about your experience as a member of our tour group.

We will be more than glad to be of service to you again on your next visit to Nepal with the Annapurna base camp in mind.

We are truly delighted that we were given the opportunity to be of service to you and we look forward to your next visit to provide you and your friends the best team put together for greater adventures for your next walk of the Himalaya.

Alpine Club beckons you, to greater adventures in the Himalayas…..

Warm Regards

Alpine Club of Himalaya Team

  • Violet
  • On Jul 03 2020
5 - Excellent
Mind blowing views
Anyone who visit Nepal should go for this tour. This is an amazing tour to Everest Bast Camp. We had an awesome day organised by the local operator. Highly recommended.
A Bookmundi Travel Expert responded to this review:

Dear Guest,

Namaste and Greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya !!!

Thank you for choosing Alpine Club of Himalaya for your holidays and I am quite thank full to you for your time dropping nice review here. It was rewarding for all of us to read that every aspect of your trip was of memorable. As usual, it will give me great joy to share your words with the team who continuously do their best to please our clients.

We look forward to your next visit to Nepal with your friends/family to experience and re-discover what my agency can offer in term of services and products as appreciated by many of our valued customers for greater adventures in their walk of the Himalaya.

Warm Regards

Alpine Club of Himalaya Team.

  • Martin
  • From Scotland
  • On Jun 23 2020
5 - Excellent
Best helicopter tour ever
We had loads of fun during this tour organised by the local operator. We had an mind blowing views, snow capped mountains. Everything was just amazing. Highly recommended.
A Bookmundi Travel Expert responded to this review:

Dear Guest,

Namaste and greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya!!!!

Thank you for sharing about your experience as a member of our tour group

From your ratings of Alpine Club, I believe you and your friends have enjoyed your holiday tremendously with our arrangements of the best put together itinerary to cater to your want to do list of activities and the places/regions you like to visit while in Nepal.

We are committed to provide good and reliable services at reasonable pricing to our visitors to have an enjoyable and memorable holiday with a difference, ie, something exciting to do, something special, and something you would like to experience.

We are truly delighted that we were given the opportunity to be of service to you and friends and we look forward to your next visit to Nepal to provide you and your friends/relatives for greater adventures in the ‘Walk of the Himalaya’.

Alpine Club beckons you, to greater adventures in the Himalayas…..

Warm Regards,

Alpine Club of Himalaya Team

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