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Kathmandu: Everest Helicopter Tour with Guaranteed Landing

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Half-day trip from Kathmandu visiting Lukla, Pheriche and Everest Base Camp. Operated by Vyas Treks and expeditions Pvt ltd.

Highlights

  • Guaranteed landing at Kalapathar and Pheriche

Kathmandu: Everest Helicopter Tour with Guaranteed Landing: Key Facts

PriceFrom $1959 per person
Duration6 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Kathmandu: Everest Helicopter Tour with Guaranteed Landing

Half-day trip from Kathmandu visiting Lukla, Pheriche and Everest Base Camp. Operated by Vyas Treks and expeditions Pvt ...
6 hours
English
$1,959
Free cancellation

Full description

A half-day trip out of Kathmandu taking in Lukla, Pheriche, Everest Base Camp and Hotel Everest View. The longest stop is Lukla, at about 1 hour. There are 6 stops in all.

The running order is Lukla (1h), then Pheriche (30 min), then Everest Base Camp (30 min), then Hotel Everest View (1h), then Tenzing-Hillary Airport (30 min), and on from there.

The price covers hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, or Bhaktapur, Helicopter tour to Mount Everest from kathmandu and back, Guaranteed landing in Pheriche, Lukla, Pheriche and and Breakfast stop at the Everest View Hotel. It does not cover guides or pilot tips (optional), Additional costs for overweight or excess luggage and Medical expenses or emergency evacuation costs, so budget for those separately.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Pickup location:

Kathmandu

Lukla

Visit, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way, Sunrise (1 hour)

Pheriche

Helicopter flight, Aerial view, Safety briefing, Scenic views on the way, Hop-on Hop-off stop (30 minutes)

Everest Base Camp

Photo stop, Visit, Scenic views on the way, Sunrise (30 minutes)

Hotel Everest View

Coffee, Tea, Breakfast, Brunch, Helicopter flight, Aerial view (1 hour)

Tenzing-Hillary Airport

Sunset, Scenic views on the way, Hop-on Hop-off stop (30 minutes)

Kathmandu

Helicopter flight (1 hour)

Arrive back at:

Kathmandu

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, or Bhaktapur
  • Helicopter tour to Mount Everest from kathmandu and back
  • Guaranteed landing in Pheriche, Lukla, Pheriche and
  • Breakfast stop at the Everest View Hotel
  • Pilot/guide
  • Safety equipment and briefing
  • Snacks and refreshments on board
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage

Excludes

  • Guides or pilot tips (optional)
  • Additional costs for overweight or excess luggage
  • Medical expenses or emergency evacuation costs
  • Breakfast worth $31 and sagarmatha fees 6000 rupees to be paid separately

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 6 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, or Bhaktapur, Helicopter tour to Mount Everest from kathmandu and back, Guaranteed landing in Pheriche, Lukla, Pheriche and, Breakfast stop at the Everest View Hotel, Pilot/guide, Safety equipment and briefing, Snacks and refreshments on board, Comprehensive insurance coverage
The duration of the Kathmandu: Everest Helicopter Tour with Guaranteed Landing is typically 6 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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