Mount Everest, the highest point on earth is still considered the ultimate mountaineering adventure. It has been said that to stand at the pinnacle of the earth is one of life's most rewarding experiences, yet not everyone has the climbing experience, money, time or, indeed, the courage to summit this magnificent mountain. However, witnessing Everest, or Sagarmatha as she is known in Nepal, needn’t just be a distant dream, as Dream Heaven Adventure offers the opportunity for you to fly via helicopter over Mount Everest and the surrounding Himalayas to eventually land at Everest Base Camp where you will be wowed by the all encompassing majestic mountains and explore the surrounding area at an altitude of 5,380m. It’s not hard to see why this Everest base camp helicopter tour with landing in Kala Pathar is one of Nepal’s (and our) most popular tour packages.
This major bucket list EBC helicopter tour from Kathmandu Airport allows you to visit the mighty Mount Everest at 8,848m in just one-day, perfect for those strapped for time. Other mountains to be seen on this tour are the fourth highest mountain in the world, Mount Lhotse, the fifth highest in the world, Mount Makalu and also the sixth highest in the world Mount Cho-Oyu. The tour starts first thing in the morning to ensure the clearest mountain vistas before the clouds roll in, any seasoned mountaineer will know that the weather in the mountains can change in a heartbeat, yet the mornings are always the calmest at altitude. After the guided mountain tour, you will then land at Mount Everest Base Camp within the Kala Patthar zone.
So what are you to expect when signing up for the Mount Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour? Well, first up it’s the ultimate in scenic Helicopter flights, unbeatable in fact! You’ll fly from Kathmandu International Airport to Mount Everest Base Camp (EBC) whilst soaking up plentiful panoramic views of several snow capped Himalayan peaks on the way, including Mount Everest herself. Once at EBC there will be an opportunity to visit the real heroes of the mountains, the local Sherpa communities with their impressive Buddhist culture and colorful custom.
The Everest base camp helicopter tour will stop in Kala Patthar for close views of Everest where you can take time for photos & videos on the roof of the world. During this helicopter tour, you’ll get to witness other sightseeing spots such as; Tengboche Monastery, Gorak Shep, Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar itself, and the infamous Khumbu Glacier. If travelling via helicopter during spring time, there will be a chance to take in aerial views of stunning scenery other than mountains such as the lush green alpine rhododendron forests and pine trees. Fly high above rivers and valleys and over green rolling hills dotted with many farm villages and terraces.
The Mt. Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with landing at Kala Patthar will then continue above famous Namche Bazaar and Lukla town before heading back to Kathmandu International Airport for the drive back to your hotel. After a breath taking few hours spent around Everest Base Camp, your perspective will be changed eternally! All in all, taking the Everest Helicopter Mountain flight is a no brainer if you are interested in experiencing once in a lifetime exceptional views from the comfort of a helicopter with birds eye views of Mount Everest, its adjoining giant peaks and the culture that encompasses the Himalayas.
Best Time for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
The clear weather, stable temperature, and spellbinding vista of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and other prominent peak of Everest region are best seen in Spring and Autumn. March, April, and May have clear weather, ideal conditions for one day Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour.The bird's eye view of these mounains from helicopter gives enthralling experience.
Also, the shedding autumn leaves, incoming wintry days but clear weather are best for Everest helicopter tour. Many people who don't have enough time for trekking opt for sightseeing Everest on one day Everest base camp helicopter tour with landing at various places including Kala Patthar.
Highlights of the Everest Kala Pathar Helicopter Tour
Overall, Everest Base Camp Kala Pathar Helicopter Tour is an adventure trip packed with all stunning views of mountains, hill and valley surrounded by mountains. A shore scenic flight to base of Mt. Everest may prove to be once a lifetime experience for you.
This EBC Kalapathar Helicopter tour can be completed in short duration of time (4hrs) perfectly fitting these and a tight schedule. Likewise, someone having strong desires to experience the beauty of mountains but is physically not able or has some health issues can also undertake this trip and unlock their dreams. As a whole can this trip, even children’s and elderly people without any difficulties.
Helicopter tour comes with the stunning aerial views of the world’s highest mountains including Mt. Everest. It is considered as the ideal way to witness soaring mountains, glaciers. This trip ensures you with life long memories and experience without any physical efforts, this too in very reasonable cost.
Furthermore after landing you will get enough time to capture photos on the cap of the mountains. Also you will enjoy you breakfast at luxurious Hotel called Everest View. Believe me enjoying your breakfast with the stunning views of soaring Everest will be the most unforgettable experience of your entire life.
