Everest Helicopter Tour with Breakfast at Hotel Everest View
A same-day private helicopter flight from Kathmandu into the Khumbu, with breakfast at Hotel Everest View facing Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam, and back in Kathmandu by late morning.
4–5 hours · Everest · From US$ 3,040
Enquire- Duration
- 4–5 hours door to door
- Destination
- Everest
Overview
The quickest way to stand face to face with Everest. You leave Kathmandu early by private helicopter and fly east along the Himalaya to Lukla, where the helicopter refuels.
From Lukla it is a short hop up the Dudh Kosi valley to Hotel Everest View. Breakfast is served with Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Thamserku in front of you, before the flight back to Kathmandu.
There is no walking and no long stay at altitude, so it suits almost everyone — including those who would love to see Everest but have no wish to trek.
Highlights
- Private helicopter, there and back in one morning
- Breakfast at Hotel Everest View, 3,880 m
- Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Thamserku in view
- A stop at Lukla, the gateway to Everest
- No trekking or special fitness needed
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The flight
Hotel pickup and an early private helicopter flight east along the Himalaya to Lukla (2,860 m), where the helicopter refuels.
A short flight up the Dudh Kosi valley to Hotel Everest View (3,880 m) for breakfast, facing Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Thamserku.
Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel, usually by late morning.
What’s included
Included
- Airport pickup and drop by private car
- Private helicopter Kathmandu – Lukla – Hotel Everest View – Kathmandu
- Breakfast at Hotel Everest View
- All necessary permits
- Airport taxes
Not included
- International flights and Nepal visa
- Hotel in Kathmandu
- Travel insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
Dates & departures
Flights leave early in the morning, when the mountains are clearest. If the weather closes in, the flight moves to the next clear day, so keep a spare day in Kathmandu. Price per person, based on two guests sharing the private helicopter.
Questions, answered
Do we land at Everest Base Camp?
No. This tour lands at Hotel Everest View for breakfast, with Everest in view. Ask us if you would like a flight closer to Base Camp added.
Is the altitude a concern?
You spend only breakfast time at 3,880 m. Move slowly when you step out and drink water; most people feel fine.
How many people can come?
The helicopter carries a small group; how many depends on weight and altitude. The price shown is per person for two guests — ask us for other group sizes.
What if the weather is bad?
Helicopters only fly in good visibility. If your morning is cloudy, we move the flight to the next suitable day.
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