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Everest Heli Tour – 1 Day
1 Day Everest Heli Tour Quick Information
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Weather |
Weather | -10°C to 18°C |
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Duration |
Duration | 1 Days |
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Difficulty |
Difficulty | Easy |
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Accommodation |
Accommodation | Hotel |
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Meals Included |
Meals Included | Breakfast |
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Best Season |
Best Season | Sept, Oct, Nov, March, April, May |
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Transportation |
Transportation | Helicopter |
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Daily Activity |
Daily Activity | 3 hours flight |
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Religion |
Religion | Buddhism |
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Ethnic People |
Ethnic People | Sherpa, Rai |
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Geographic Terrain |
Geographic Terrain | Mountain, Forest, Glacier |
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Region of Nepal |
Region of Nepal | Everest Region, Khumbu |
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Max. Altitude |
Max. Altitude | 5364m./17701ft. |
1 Day Everest Heli Tour Overview
Everest Heli Tour takes you very close to the world’s highest mountain. The flight first lands at Lukla (2800m.) and then at the Tyangboche Monastery (3867m.) for an hour to enjoy the views from the ground and also takes you very close to Mount Everest. You will view more than 15 popular snowcapped high mountains as Kusum kangaroo, Numbur, Langtang, Ganesh himal, Kangtega, Thamserku, Kongtega, Khumbila, Amadublam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Everest, Cho you, Pumori, Mount Everest and many more peaks around.
About Us
At Nepal Alternative Treks and Expedition, we put our efforts to create and operate trips to various parts of Nepal. We have a great team of skilled guides and porters to assist travelers. Thus, we provide our finest people and services to cater to your needs. Also, we allow you to easily change the itineraries as per your liking.
1 Day Everest Heli Tour Highlights
- Explore the Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Glacier, and Icefall
- Enjoy the flight across the Sagarmatha National Park and Khumbu Area.
- Visit the Sherpa villages like Lukla , Tyangboche Monastery, and Namche
- Relish the panorama of Everest Himalayas including Mt. Everest (8848m), Lobuche (8516m), and Cho Oyu (8188m)
1 Day Everest Heli Tour Day-to-day-Itinerary
Day 1
Fly to Lukla – Fly to Everest View Point – Fly to EBC /Kallapathar – Fly back to Kathmandu
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Trekking Time Average |
03 hrs. |
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Altitude |
(5364m./17701ft.) |
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Included meals |
Breakfast |
Schedule
| Time | Activities |
| 6:30 am | Breakfast at hotel |
| 7:00 am | Pick up and transfer to Tribhuwan International Airport |
| 8:00 am | Fly to Lukla – Everest View Hotel – EBC/ Kallapathar (5364m./17701 ft.) – 1:30 hour flight |
| 9:30 am | Take off and capture the glorious moment with Mt. Everest , Mt. Lhotse, Nuptse and Mt. Pumori from nearest distance – Hot tea/coffee |
| 10:00 am | Fly back to Kathmandu ( 1295m./ 4273 ft.) -1:30 hour flight |
| 11:30 am | Take off at Tribhuwan International Airport and transfer to hotel |
Included
- Pick Up and Drop Off at Hotel in Kathmandu before/after Heli Tour.
- Journey by Helicopter to Everest.
- Necessary documents.
- Airport transfer .
- Hot tea/coffee
- Public Liability Insurance.
Not included
- Personal expenses.
- Tips
Add-ons and Options
You can make your Everest Heli Tour day more special by adding private charter options, meals with mountain views, cultural sightseeing, rafting, hotel stays, and warm gear.
To attach these add-ons:
- Start the booking for your Everest Heli Tour.
- Choose the flight date that works for you.
- In the add-ons section, select the extra experiences you want us to arrange.
Here is the list of extra services provided for Everest Heli Tour:
- Private Helicopter Charter (USD 5,400): Enjoy a fully private Everest helicopter tour with flexible timing and a comfortable, exclusive flight, suitable for families, couples, or small groups.
- Meal at Everest View Hotel (breakfast or lunch, USD 30 per person): Dine with spectacular Himalayan and Mount Everest views, combining great food with a peaceful mountain setting.
- Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour (USD 30 per person): Explore the cultural and historical highlights of Kathmandu through heritage sites, temples, and traditional streets.
- Rafting at Trishuli River (USD 45 per person): Enjoy a fun white-water rafting adventure on scenic rapids, perfect for both beginners and thrill-seekers.
- Hotel in Kathmandu (USD 40 per night for a double bed or twin share basis): Arrange convenient hotel accommodations in Kathmandu before or after the tour, based on your comfort and preferences.
- Gear Rent: Travel light by renting essential outdoor and cold-weather gear with us, ready for your Everest adventure. Down Jacket (USD 10).
- 1-hour Everest Scenic Flight (USD 300 per person): Enjoy a 1-hour mountain flight to see Everest and the Himalayan range from the air, with private airport pick-up and drop-off in Kathmandu included. This is a scenic flight only with no landing.
Everest Heli Tour – 1 Day Temperature chart
January
-15°C to -5°C
-15°C to -5°C
February
-15°C to -5°C
-15°C to -5°C
March
-10°C to 0°C
-10°C to 0°C
April
-5°C to 5°C
-5°C to 5°C
May
0°C to 10°C
0°C to 10°C
June
5°C to 15°C
5°C to 15°C
July
7°C to 18°C
7°C to 18°C
August
7°C to 18°C
7°C to 18°C
September
5°C to 15°C
5°C to 15°C
October
-10°C to 0°C
-10°C to 0°C
November
-10°C to -1°C
-10°C to -1°C
December
-15°C to -5°C
-15°C to -5°C
Everest Heli Tour Route Map
Join our group departures
Available dates.
Our scheduled group tours offer fixed departure dates, providing an excellent opportunity for travelers to join our small group trips.
Note : Our fixed group departure dates, services and price is guaranteed even if the group numbers are 1 person to maximum 18 persons. We will provide a guide cum porter if there is only 1 person to operate the trek and one more assistant guide if group size is above 10 persons. And of course, guide cum porter will carry 10 kg luggage
Everest Heli Tour – 1 Day Departure Date
1 Day
Trip Days
15 Sep, 2026
Start Tuesday
15 Sep, 2026
End Tuesday
6
Pax Booked
16
Group Size
USD $1,300
Per Person
Booking Open
Status
1 Day
Trip Days
19 Sep, 2026
Start Saturday
19 Sep, 2026
End Saturday
6
Pax Booked
16
Group Size
USD $1,300
Per Person
Booking Open
Status
1 Day
Trip Days
22 Sep, 2026
Start Tuesday
22 Sep, 2026
End Tuesday
6
Pax Booked
16
Group Size
USD $1,300
Per Person
Booking Open
Status
1 Day
Trip Days
26 Sep, 2026
Start Saturday
26 Sep, 2026
End Saturday
6
Pax Booked
16
Group Size
USD $1,300
Per Person
Booking Open
Status
1 Day
Trip Days
29 Sep, 2026
Start Tuesday
29 Sep, 2026
End Tuesday
6
Pax Booked
16
Group Size
USD $1,300
Per Person
Booking Open
Status
Book a private trip on your own date.
Every journey we create is uniquely tailored to you. Share your interests and passions, and our travel experts will design an unforgettable adventure filled with extraordinary, one-of-a-kind experiences crafted just for you.
What To Pack For Everest Heli Tour
- Sport shoes.
- Water bottle
- Warm pant.
- T-shirts.
- Long sleeve shirt
- Thick outer wooden sock
- Warm down fiber filled jacket ( You can get on rent at Thamel)
- A pair of gloves
- Sun glasses
Everest Heli Tour availability
This travel is performed throughout the year but it can be hampered by bad weather and climate. Furthermore, this tour lasts for a single day.
Meals During Everest Heli Tour
You will get the breakfast facility at your hotel.
Cost
The cost for a single person is US900$ without any discount.
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