Everest Base Camp – Luxury Heli Tour

Overview

This is a three-night two four-day chopper tour that will leave a lasting mark of unforgettable sweet memories for a whole lifetime in your heart…  

The ‘Luxury Sky Tour to Everest Base Camp’ is meticulously planned for those who are interested in leaving a bit of their hearts at Everest Base Camp, in luxury! This tour is suitable for any age, from children to elderly people. Arrangement facility for clients with disabilities is also available/arranged.

Day 1: Your air tour begins at the Kathmandu airport. As the chopper takes off for Lukla, you see the first aerial views of heritage sites around Kathmandu and small settlements of Nepal as we head towards the mountainous east of the country. We haul up for a short break at Lukla for refueling and to prepare the helicopter for the rest of the air tour. Lukla by itself is a stunning sight for its natural beauty. We experience multiple stops before landing on Kalapatthar Peak, a well-known master viewpoint in the Khumbu region. Get a glimpse of Classic Mountains like Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori, and many other popular peaks from Kalapatthar.

Next, we soar higher to the Everest Base Camp, where landing will depend on weather conditions and crowd. Kalapatthar is the final destination where the chopper lands. The rising peaks that come up in front of you will leave you gasping for breath. You must take some great photos here to keep the amazing memories safe for the generations to come.

You will spend overnight nestled in the laps of the massive mountains with delicious meals and heartwarming accommodations. Your blissful overnight will be at the highest-placed hotel in the world at 13000ft – Hotel Everest View. This is an extraordinary luxury hotel built on a hidden ridge with fabulous mountain views. The stunning establishment blends perfectly with grace in its outstanding surroundings. The hotel is also popular for its delicious cuisine, awesome views of Everest from every room, and its surrounding mountains in the Khumbu region.

The Hotel Everest View has been surprising its visitors ever since its first opening in 1971. The dining experience is the best you can find in this particular Himalayan region. You could be close by walking around the Everest View Hotel or even occupying one of its rooms. Perhaps you could be landing at our heliport for a while when doing your mountain flight. No matter what the situation, please do drop in and enjoy what its menu has to offer. The hotel’s menu offers Continental breakfast, Japanese-style Oyakodon, filling club sandwiches, filet mignon [fish] with fresh organic green vegetables, and so much more.

The spacious Rooms at Hotel Everest View offer panoramic views of Everest and the surrounding mountains. The rooms have a dressing space and are attached to a small study. You will also find a thermos with electric blankets that keep you warm.

It would be a great idea to take more pictures while at Everest View Hotel for some magnificent memories and to breathe the fresh, clean air that you can find nowhere else on earth.

Enjoy the view of Everest at night sleep in the hotel room look to the stars and have a memorable time. You will get remember this experience for your entire life.

Day 2: On our 2^nd day, after a lovely hot breakfast, we hop onto our chopper for Kathmandu, ending the beautiful fantastic journey, all within approximately 24 hours.

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Safety Measures to always be aware of:

+ Always keep a distance between you and the helicopter.

+ Always be alert and deeply aware of the rotor blade of the chopper.

+ The pilot will announce some brief information, so always listen in carefully.

+ Always wait for the pilot’s signal before approaching the chopper.

+ Always approach the chopper from the front while entering and exiting so that the pilot can see you.

+ Be sure to walk in a low crouch position while you are around the chopper.

+ Make sure you’re not wearing sunglasses, a hat, or any other things above your eye level.

+ Stay communicated and make sure your seatbelt is strapped on while you are inside the chopper.

Your Itinerary 

01^st Day: Pickup from the Airport and Drop to Kathmandu Hotel.

02^nd Day: Fly to Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar, and stay overnight at Kathmandu Hotel

6:00 to 6:30 a.m.: A private vehicle, depending upon group size, will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the domestic terminal at Kathmandu airport.

6:30 to 6:45 a.m.: Security check-in, boarding, and some other airport-related activity.

6:45 to 7:30 a.m.: We touch down at Lukla which is about 45 minutes flight time. This flight offers wonderful views of the Rolwaling Himalayas Ranges, Gaurishankar, Langtang Range, and many other Himalayan ranges. You will notice changes in the landscape while flying over various forests, fields, and human settlements.

7:00 to 7:45 a.m.: Lukla hauls up for refueling. This will take about 15 minutes.

7:45 to 8:00 a.m.: We fly towards Kalapathar and touch down around 8:00 a.m. The flight will take something like 15 minutes.

8:00 to 8:15 a.m.: Kalapatthar: Landing at an elevation of 5555m which offers magnificent summit views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori, Chyangste, and many others. You will spend time of around 15 minutes at Kalapathar as instantly gaining an altitude of 5555m might hinder your health. Taking selfies, and pictures of mountains, and spending some time on this unique peak is usually done at Kalapatthar.

8:15 to 8:30 a.m.: Everest View Hotel: It takes 15 minutes approximately to reach Hotel Everest View from Kalapatthar by Helicopter. This is one of the most popular hotels operating at higher altitudes. Hidden on the ridge overlooking spectacular mountain views, this extraordinary property blends perfectly with grace in its amazing surroundings. The hotel is known for its delicious cuisine, and views of Everest and surrounding mountains. The luxury overnights at hotel Everest View in the Everest Himalayas are well known around the globe.

9:00 to 10:00 a.m.: Time to purely rest and relax in the sunshine: You can simply chill out around the lovely area.

10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.: Enjoy a Hike, either to Namche Bazaar or Khumjung village OR you can enjoy your view around the hotel and work around by yourself enjoying a short walk to the monastery and also you can see mountain goats and rarely seen birds around the area.

3:00 pm: Noontime & beyond: At Hotel Everest View; relax, enjoy a sumptuous dinner, and overnight.

Note: You will meet one of our local Sherpa guides and choose one destination for hiking either Namche Bazaar or Khumjung Village

Namche Bazaar

As you hike around Namche, you can get some fantastic views of Everest and nearby peaks including Lhotse Peak (8414m) and Ama Dablam (6856m). When we get to Khumjung at (3780m), we can drop into the Hillary School before hauling up for lunch at one of the tea houses. After we’re done with lunch and rested a bit, we will hop into the local museum where we get to see some colorful customary costumes worn by the Sherpa people.

Namche is also home to some delightful cafes and bakeries where one can enjoy some mouth-watering bakery delights, coffee, and a whole lot of stuff to shop from. They range from beautiful silver handicrafts to souvenirs and colorful felt items. The day can wear you out due to the tough uphill/downhill climbs. You can also expect some sudden changes in weather due to the altitude. You can also visit some Gumbas & chortens that tell you much about the Sherpa ways of life. It’s a gripping experience! After we’re done we can savor some lunch at Namche bazaar for the day.

Khumjung Village

Khumjung is one of the largest Sherpa villages in the Khumbu region. You will also find a few chortens and monasteries in this lively village. Khumjung is also home to the so-called legendary yeti skull which is housed in a monastery in Khumjung. The services for trekkers are not as much as you would find in Namche. However, the village does have the internet, and telephone landlines are available in this area. You can use your mobile as much as you want.

You will need to walk for an hour or so to reach Khumjung from the Everest View Hotel. Views of some of the highest mountains in the Khumbu are found in many spots in this village. Even the price of lodges in Khumjung is pretty cheap in comparison to other villages in the Everest region. You can hike slowly at a pace that’s comfortable for your body; the trail is not so difficult. There are plenty of opportunities to get deep insights into the lifestyles of the Sherpa people, their culture, and traditions in Khumjung village. The people hereabouts are very friendly, too.

There’s a lot to explore around. This includes monasteries and chortens and visiting the local schools of Khumjung village will surely see a lot of happy kids wanting to take photos with you.

 3rd Day: Hotel Everest view to Kathmandu

Early in the morning, you will get a wake-up call to enjoy one of the best sunrise views of your life, a stunning moment you will never forget. You then get ready for breakfast.

7:00 to 8:00 Breakfast Time: You will enjoy a hot piping breakfast and spend some time in the laps of the surrounding mountains while enjoying a hot beverage of your choice.

8:00 to 8:45 am: Flight to Lukla: as you fly high, enjoy some last views of these towering mountains from the windows of your chopper. We stop at Lukla for refueling.

8:45 to 9:00 am: Refueling time

9:00 to 9:45 am: Back to Kathmandu: We get back to Kathmandu with similar views and changing landscapes which reflect similarly to day 01 of our air tour. As we take off from Lukla don’t forget to get a last glimpse of the Himalayas and say something that you would want to remember.

9:45 am to 10:00 am: Back to your Hotel. A private vehicle will be on standby to take you to your hotel in Kathmandu. You will have enough time to spend the rest of your day doing whatever you want. It can be shopping for souvenirs for loved ones at home, strolling around the streets of Kathmandu, or by the bar chilling out with a few beers and chatting up some wonderful memories of your sky tour, or it may be a heritage sightseeing tour or anything you are comfortable with. Himalayan Spirit Treks & Expeditions will organize this air tour for an unforgettable holiday of a lifetime that you can pass down to the generations to come.

04^rd Day: Farewell Lunch or Breakfast or Dinner and Departure to the airport.

Some important FAQs to note:

What type of helicopter do you use?

We use the B3E euro copter for this tour which is highly powerful and reliable.

Is this helicopter tour safe?

Yes, this helicopter tour is safe and suitable for all people from children to elders. Many elders and kids have already experienced our EBC helicopter tour. Our pilots have good experience flying over the Everest region.

What if I am the only client for this chopper tour?

It’s okay if you are traveling alone for this tour. The helicopter has 5 seat capacities so you will be sharing the chopper with 4 other travelers; the same goes for two, three, and four travelers. Hotel Rooms will be assigned separately if you are traveling alone.

What happens if we are more than 05 clients?

If you are 5 members then it will be a very good thing for us as we do not need any other travelers. All seats will be covered. If you are more than 5, then 5 members will be seated in a chopper and the remaining members will share another chopper with other travelers.

What is your cancellation policy like?

For Cancellations made before:

30 days- You will get a refund of your advance payment.

15 days- Only a 50% refund of your advance payment will be made.

Within a week- No refund will be entertained.