Guide to Choose Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Helicopter Ride to the Everest Base Camp from KTM and Back

This trip is the most preferred one by tourists who seek for helicopter ride to the Everest Base camp because this trip directly takes you to the base camp and back without having to trek for days if not months to reach the destination.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Soul soothing Helicopter flight from the capital city Kathmandu to the Everest Base camp with breathtaking views of the mountaineering landscapes that welcome you to its deeper secrets of beauty.

• Get to know historically, culturally, and religiously rich Sherpa in their local habitats and their unique culture, language, dresses, settlements, languages, and traditions.
• Understand Buddhism and its significance in the Local Sherpa community.
• Green wild forests with red patches of flowers such as rhododendrons, pristine lakes, and glaciers in almost impossible altitudes and landscapes.
• Exploration of ancient and very significant monasteries rich in ancient art and architecture that have been preserved by the locals for centuries.
• The Khumbu Glacier range is exceptional
• A lifetime experience to dine in the Everest View Hotel popular to be at the highest altitude in the world.
• A panoramic view from Kala Patthar that puts you off your seat to admire its serenity.
• A landing at the Everest Base Camp.
• A bird’s eye view of the vivid and unique topography and fields farmed by the local community.

Helicopter ride from KTM to Lukla and Lukla to KTM

You can directly travel to Lukla via helicopter. Lukla is where the trail to the Everest Base Camp starts. Lukla is located at an altitude of 2,860 meters and is one of the airports that provide its facilities at higher altitudes. This airport is also considered one of the most dangerous ones because of its location and narrow runway. Many call it a thrill because there are a lot of risks and the weather is very unpredictable. However, a helicopter ride to the Lukla airport is very safe in almost all situations. You can land there and start your journey to trek.

Helicopter flight from Everest View Hotel to Kathmandu

If you are on a trek and you have difficulties ascending the route, this package can be the best one for you. You can avoid the day’s long trek and fly back to Kathmandu in just 40 to 45 minutes long heli flight. This trip is mostly used by travelers who want to experience both the trekking experience and the helicopter ride and trekkers who have to fly back soon due to medical emergencies, immediate rescue, or personal problems.

Helicopter flight from Everest base camp to Lukla

You can always plan for your safety, luxury, and preferences with us. The famous and classic Everest Base Camp Trek starts from Lukla and finishes at the same point. If you want to go to the base camp via Helicopter ride and skip the trail from there, it is a very wise choice because you can get to the base camp within a short time of 20 minutes. While descending back you can either trek the route or return to Lukla in the same flight. The flight from Lukla to the Everest Base Camp covers the scenic and natural beauty of the Sagarmatha National Park and gives way to breathtaking panoramic views on the way. You can also see the aerial view of various local Sherpa Villages on the way.

Lukla to Kalapatthar via Everest base camp Helicopter flight

A classic viewpoint in the region that no travelers want to leave behind is Kalapatthar at a staggering height of 5545m. The helicopter ride from Lukla to Kalapatthar is via the Everest Base Camp and gives a proper introduction to the beauty of Khumbu icefall and glaciers. The Panoramic view from the Kalapatthar viewpoint gives a combined view of various world-famous mountains such as Mt. Everest (8,848m), Lhotse (8516m), Cho Oyu (8201m), Pumo Ri (7165m), Ama Dablam (6856m), Nuptse (7861m), and many others.

Helicopter flight from Everest base camp to Kathmandu

After a lovely trek that covers the details of each beautiful aspect of the world-famous Everest Base Camp Trek, you must be tired and want to experience something that is more luxurious and easy. Many trekkers, who don’t prefer to descend via the long trekking routes and days of walk and acclimatization, prefer to take a short helicopter ride and get back to the Kathmandu valley. After all, you have achieved what you had to which is still a dream to many folks out there. You are already a champion and a Helicopter ride back to the Kathmandu Valley is one hell of a way to say goodbye to your adventure during the trek in the Himalayas.

Pheriche to Everest Base Camp and to KTM Helicopter flight

Periche is a beautiful transit on the Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour and has been famous for a spot or a viewpoint that offers majestic views of the Himalayas. At an altitude of 4,240m, Periche offers a helicopter ride to the Everest Base camp for trekkers who want to experience a shorter way to reach their destination. The ride is very short and takes only 10 minutes to do so. This choice is always worth it because it has so much to offer in a very short period. After experiencing the beauty of the Everest Base Camp, you can fly back to Kathmandu from Everest Base Camp.

Tengboche to Everest Base Camp Helicopter flight and back to Lukla

Trekkers often visit the very old and renowned Dawa Choling Monastery-Tengboche which is at an altitude of 3,860m in the Everest Region. The trek is easier and trekkers often trek up to this point and explore the village. Many trekkers then take a short Helicopter ride to the Everest Base Camp which is just 15 minutes from Tengboche. The ride is very adventurous and covers the aerial view of Khumbu Glacier and close-up views of Lhotse (8,516m), Ama Dablam (6,856m), Changtse (7,543m), and the Everest itself. This trip helps the trekkers to explore the land and its beauty as well as make the travel easier and more efficient.

Helicopter flight from EBC to Lukla or Kathmandu

After your satisfaction with the trekking experience to the Everest Base camp, you can avoid the difficult and long descending trekking routes by taking a short ride from EBC to Lukla or Kathmandu.

Helicopter flight from Dingboche to Kathmandu

Famously known as a Summer Valley, Dingboche has been an acclimatization spot on the trek to the Everest region. At an altitude of 4,410m, Dingboche offers a helicopter ride to the Kathmandu Valley for trekkers who have completed their trek to the Everest Base Camp and want to avoid descending. The Helicopter ride covers a distance of 149 km in an hour and saves many days of trekking. Don’t worry if you think you will miss out on the views that you experienced ascending. The helicopter ride explores the unique beauty of the Himalayas to.

Helicopter flight from Lobuche to Kathmandu

You can also choose a Helicopter ride from Lobuche to Kathmandu if you have already completed your trek to the Everest Base Camp.

A true adventure in the Himalayas is its difficult terrains, efforts, challenges, risks and rewarding beauty that makes your every pain and effort go away and makes your trip worth it. We at Orbit Alpine Adventures, offer you various unique and exciting trips that are easy and equally rewarding at the same time. Some of our most loved trips in the past to the Everest Region are:

Everest Base Camp via Gokyo Trek

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Breathtaking flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and back to Kathmandu
• Explore the Sherpa Museum and the very famous Hotel Everest during the acclimatization at Namche
• Explore glacial lakes (Gokyo Lakes)
• Majestic panoramic view of the eight-thousanders: Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu, and Lhotse.
• Amazing view of Ngozumpa Glacier which is the largest glacier in the Himalayas.
• Cross one of the three high passes in the Everest region: Cho La Pass
• Reach the Everest Base Camp
• Observe the 360-degree panoramic view of many beautiful snow-capped mountains
• Visit the oldest and largest monastery in the Khumbu region: Tengboche Monastery
• Get to know the local Sherpa community and their lifestyle, rituals, rites, cuisine, and warm hospitality.
• Unique and beautiful wildlife and species in the Sagarmatha National Park

EBC via Cho-La Pass Trek

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Dine with a 360-degree panaromic view of Many beautiful peaks including the Mt.Everest at the famous Everest Hotel.
• Enjoy the breathtaking view of four eight-thousanders such as Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, Gokyo Ri and Cho Oyu
• Explore the pristine gokyo Lakes and valley.
• Pass through one of the high passes in the Everest Region: Cho La Pass
• Enjoy the place without any permit.

If these highlights excite you and chill your spine already, chek this blog for more detailed information about this trip: Everest Cho-la Pass Trek.

Lhasa Everest Base Camp Tour

HIGHLIGHTS

• Historical and Artistic Places Related to the Dalai Lama's Rule
• Stunning views of the snow-covered peaks, high passes above an altitude of 4,500, and Turquoise lakes
• The unique experience of driving on the zigzag friendship road.
• Exploration of three culturally and historically significant cities of Tibet.
• Get to see the Sera Monastery, Genden Monastery, Drepung Monastery, and other ancient Buddhist Shrines that are very artistic.
• Views from the Gyantse DZong Mt. Shishapangma and Mt. Cho Oyu.
• Discover Rongbuk Monastery
• Visit Guru Rinpoche Cave
• Reach your destination at the Everest Base Camp

If these highlights wake you off your seat, then hurry up and explore in detail information about this trek through our blog: https://www.orbitalpineadventure.com/lhasa-everest-base-camp-tour

Everest Easy Trek

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Explore the Khumbu lower elevation region and the Ancient monasteries in the region
• Visit the Hospitals and Schools established by famous mountaineering Personality Sir Edmund Hilary.
• Discover the skull of a Yeti
• Panoramic view of Mt. Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Mt. Khumbila, and many other beautiful peaks
• Essay but rewarding trekking routes

If you prefer an easy way to the Everest region and discover the natural, religious, adventurous, and spiritual beauty of the Everest region, Everest Easy Trek is just for you. Please visit the link for further information that has been crafted particularly for you:

Everest Base Camp Short Trek

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Breathtaking aerial views of the valleys of human settlement glaciers and snowy peaks from the flight to Lukla and back from Lukla
• A very efficient and timely visit to the Everest Region without any difficulties.
• Discover unique and rich Sherpa rites and rituals, lifestyle, tradition, and culture.
• Very close view of the famous three eight-thousanders: Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho Oyu and Mt. Everest
• The flora and fauna of Sagarmatha National Park
• Very historic and culturally significant ancient Tibetan Buddhist culture and monasteries in the region

Everest Base Camp Short Trek has been designed by our team with decades of experience for those travelers who want to explore the Everest region but have a very short time to do so or have any difficulties due to aging, traveling with small kids, or any physical disabilities. We believe everyone deserves to see Everest at least once in their lifetime and we are here to help. If this trip makes you excited then get your detailed information through this link where we have included all the information you need:

Everest Three High Passes Trek

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Explore all three famous and challenging high passes: Kongma La, Renjo, and La Cho La of the Khumbu region.
• Breathtaking views of the snowcapped mountains
• Explore the culturally and historically rich Sherpa communities and their ancient monasteries
• Very beautiful landscapes that are home to very unique flora and fauna.
• Dine at the Everest Hotel at Namche bajjar, visit the Sherpa Museum and the office of Sagarmatha National Park
• Hike the Nagarjun Hill(5,100) to see the panoramic view of Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Makalu, Cholatse, and Tawache.
• Visit the pristine six glacial lakes in the Gokyo region
• Climb Gokyo Ri for the breathtaking view of the four eight thousanders: Lhotse, Everest, Cho Oyu and Makalu
• Visit the very artistic and historic Tengboche Monastery and Phakding Monastery.
• Soul-soothing views of Khumbu Icefall, Gorak Shep Lake, and Khumbu Glacier

Everest Three High Passes Trek combines all three high passes of the Khumbu Region, Kongma Al, Renjo, and La Cho La Pass. You can feel trekking and Peak Climbing and need a perfect guide for this.

Conclusion: There is so much to explore in the Everest Region and we the team of Orbit Alpine Adventures are always there to help you guide through the beauty of the Everest Region. We can customize your itinerary based on your needs, time, and luxury.