12/09/2021
EVEREST BASE CAMP HELI TOUR đ
Frequently Ask Question(FAQ)
1) Up to what Altitude Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour?
Answer: Kathmandu located on the Altitude of 1300m. And Tour Starting from Kathmandu then flight to Lukla (2830M). Again flight to Kalapatther (5545m) and Everest Base Camp (5364m). After landing Kalapatther (5545m) flight back to Everest view hotel Syangboche (3880m) then fly back to Kathmandu.
2) How long landing at Kalapatther?
Answer:- Basically the flight tour will be 4-5 hours. You will enough time to go out from the helicopter and look around the highest mountain like Mt Everest(8848m), Mt.Pumori, Mt. Cho oyu, Mt. Amadamlam, and many more highest mountain of the Everest region.
3) Cost is fully refundable or not in case of tour canceled?
Answer: Yes, there is fully refundable in case of canceled by bad weather or bad climate. But if there is canceled by their own problems there is 40% cancellation charge will be applied in the total cost.
4) Is it possible to join a group with your company for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour?
Answer: Yes, you can join a group. We have many groups departing dates and busy season we have every day fixed departure. During the main season, you can easily get a group to join.
5) How can I book a private trip or family trip?
Answer: You can book you privet trip with family or friends to Everest base camp helicopter tour is very easy, you just inform us your available date and your personal details to proceed your booking for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. We can suggest you to find your suitable time dates to book your trips and email us via below email or via phone using social media.
6) I am a single traveler. It is possible to book Everest base camp helicopter tour?
Answers: yes, you can book your Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour with us even if you are also book a single traveler. We have another person to join a group with you. If you book a trip with us we will join you with an available group as per your dates. To book your single trips contact us and let us know your available date.
7) Is there oxygen cylinder available in Helicopter If needed?
Answer: Yes, there will be available oxygen cylinder in Helicopter if needed in case of emergency. But for Everest base camp helicopter tour is easy tour to explore the Everest and others Himalayas so normally you donât need oxygen to use.
8) What is the weight limit of Everest base camp helicopter tour?
Answer: For Everest base camp helicopter tour weights limit in total weight limit will be 500 KG. So on Everest base camp helicopter tour max is 5 people. Helicopter tour capacity is decided by the weight of person on your trip. Have to make 500 kg in max weight in your Everest base camp helicopter tour. So know your weights is very importance.
Every helicopter has a weight limit, and Weight limit for Everest base camp helicopter flight is 500 kg. the helicopter flight maximum number of 5 pax from Kathmandu and if there is single, double, up to 3 pax, the helicopter will be direct flying to Everest base camp (kalapatter). If there will be more than 3 pax (meaning 4 pax, or 5 pax). The Helicopter flight will be land at Pheriche and then one more shuttle for Everest base camp flight tour with landing Kalapatter (Due to the weight limit control for high altitude we should manage it before your flight for your safety)
No of Pax. Total Weight limit
5 Pax 500 kg (one helicopter )
4 pax 350 kg /4 pax
3 pax 250 kg /3 pax
2 pax 150 kg /2 pax
1 pax 80 kg/person average.
9) Is it possible to take a more than 5 person at same time?
Answer: Yes, To Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour won't be able to take more than 6 people because of weight limit. If you need to book more than 6 people it will be possible. We will manage your trip at same time with different helicopters but you will need to pay some extra cost for a helicopter.
10) Does weather effect of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour?
Yes, Weather will effect for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. it need to clear weather in the mountains to see best view during your flight. So sometimes the flight can be a delayed bit because of weather. And we will suggest you the best time and best way to explore your trip to Everest Base Camp by Helicopter.
11) Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour can be effected by weather condition?
Yes, Weather conditions will be effect for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. For this tour needs to be clear weather in the mountains to see best view during your flight. So sometimes the flight can be a delayed bit because of weather. And we will suggest you to have few extra hours and best time of year, best way to explore your trip to Everest Base Camp by Helicopter.
12) Why is it called Everest base camp helicopter tour?
Ans: Because of Everest base camp helicopter tour is one of best helicopter tour in Everest region which take you to the base camp of world highest Mountains including other Mountains. In this trip, you are flying by helicopter flight to Kala Patthar from the capital city of Nepal (Kathmandu). A helicopter landed first at kalapathar and flight nearby Mount Everest and other high mountains of Everest region. After then flight will be landing in Everest View hotel for 1 hour to have breakfast. You will enjoy for breakfast with a lovely view of Mt Everest and other high mountains from Everest View Hotel.
13) Why do not land for a long time in Kala Patthar?
Everest base camp helicopter tour presents high altitude tour trip in Nepal. Everest base camp(KalaPatthar) which is located at 5545m altitude in Nepal. Landing in high altitude over 4000 meters it more risky. When you will spend more time there is more possible to suffering high altitude. Normal for trekkerâs to hike to KalaPatthar it will take 11 to 14 days to complete their trip to KalaPatthar and Everest base camp but Everest base camp helicopter tour takes a total 4-5 hours trip from the Kathmandu. Also when helicopter landing at Kalapatter it's not allowed to off helicopter engine because of high altitude it canât be restart the helicopter and weather condition also will effect to Everest base camp helicopter tour.
14) Is it possible to land in Kala Patthar for 30 min?
Normal package of Everest base camp helicopter tour offers the 10-15 min landing time to Everest base camp (kalapathar) (5545m). If you want to stay more time there is possibilities but you will take a high risk of high altitude sickness. If you have own private helicopter tour or your own group of Everest base camp helicopter tour. You will easy to take more time at Kala Patthar paying extra charges. If you canât don't worry if you feel uncomfortable to stay at high altitude you can fly back from Everest base camp(kalapatther).
15) Why helicopter will be not landing at Everest base camp?
Because Everest base camp is on the side of Khumbu Glacier. So that there will be not any chance to land Helicopter due to lack of space for Landing helicopter. Another region of not landing at Everest base camp for helicopter tour is the best viewpoint is the Kalapatther. If you land in Kalapatter you will able to see Mount Everest, Mount. Abadablam, Mt. Pumori and other high mountains of Everest region. But at the Everest base camp, you will not able to see all of the high mountains of this region because you will be bottom of the mountains. So Everest base camp helicopter tour will want to provide the best adventure of your life.
16) What is helicopter shuttle for Everest base camp helicopter tour?
Every helicopter flight has a weight limit. Everest base camp helicopter tour is high altitude helicopter flight tour. And the EBC helicopter tour, there will be up to 250 kg weight limit due to the high altitude (over 4400 meter). So the Everest base camp helicopter tour have to manage the weight limit. We have to do 2 shuttle flight from Pheriche (4370M) if there are more than 3 people due to high altitude risk management.
17) How can middle one enjoy the view when there is 4/5 person on board?
Everest base camp helicopter tour maximum pax will be 5 on board. If you think about how I can enjoy the view if I am seating in middle? There will be possibilities to exchange the seat each other to enjoy the view and when you will be on the high altitude we should have to make sure 2 shuttle to minimize high altitude risk. So there are only up to 3 people to manage weight limit once you reach Pheriche. At that time there will be enough space to enjoy your view of the high mountain and others from the Everest base camp and everyone will getting window seat to enjoy your lifetime experience.
18) It there any hidden charge during the tour?
No, there wonât be any hidden charge during the Everest base camp helicopter tour. Because this is 4-hour helicopter flight tour from the Kathmandu. All cost will be included in the helicopter tour cost. The helicopter land for Everest view hotel for breakfast, so breakfast and Sagarmatha National Park permit fees will be not included in this trip.
19) Why do we recommend to land at Kala Patthar?
Some of the people want to land at Everest base camp but all the time base camp is not available for landing this commercial flights. And there is not view to see of Mount Everest and other high mountains. From the katapatther, you can able to See 360 Degree view of mountain range of Everest regions and many other mountains. So that Mt. Everest base camp helicopter tour is recommended to landing at Kalapathar (Gokak shep).
20) How many people can land at Kala Patthar at one time at one helicopter?
Kalapathar is a 5545 meters high from the sea level. Over 4400 Meter height there will be weight limit so one helicopter one time will carry only 250 kg at once. So as per weight management, we will manage for maximum of 3 people at once. So that sometimes we need to do 3 suttles depend on weight, then if we do 3 suttles we have to charge one extra suttle for our clients.
21) What is the age limit of Everest base camp helicopter tour in Nepal?
Everest base camp helicopter tour is one of the commercial flight to Everest regions. it is an easy and comfortable helicopter tour with luxurious way. We will give first priority to Customer health, if our clients have fell any uncomfortable we will try to the helicopter will stop and then flight back quickly as much as possible. So that we will recommend this Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour for any age group.
22) How can i make a payment to book Everest Base Camp helicopter tour?
We are an authorized company to exchange foreign currency. So We accept CASH, BANK Transfer and CARD(Any). (NOTE: if you make payment by Card then extra 7% Bank charge will apply).
(50% or above advance payment will require to confirm your trip)
23) Can you accept Credit/Debit Card?
Yes, we accept all kinds of Major Cards(Visa, MasterCard, Debit Card, JCB, American Express, and more) to make your payment to book Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. If you make your payment through Card there will be 7% extra Bank Charge.
24) is possible to land at Everest base camp?
Yes, it is possible to land at Everest Base Camp. only during the climbing time and in emergency cases. Normal landing at Everest Base Camp is not possible as the base camp of Mount Everest resides above glacier; which makes landing difficult and very dangerous. The land structure of Everest base camp weak. Thus, visitors having Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour lands at Kala Patthar, the highest point of EBC Trek.
Details Itinerary
Day 1:
Adventurous one day helicopter to Everest base camp will kick off from Kathmandu airport. From Kathmandu, airport flight takes about 40-45 minutes to Lukla. About 10-15 minutes there will be a short break in Lukla. Then after to reach Base camp and Kalapathhar it may take about 40 minutes including landing time. Miraculous views of mountain peaks, vegetation and villages can be experienced from the flight. First, you will land at Everest base camp then you will be taken to Kalapathar from where the best views of panorama can be witnessed. Then there you will have breakfast in Everest view hotel for 45 minutes and return back to Kathmandu.
Everest base camp helicopter tour time schedule.
* Kathmandu to Lukla- 45 min flight
* Lukla landing and fueling time: 15-20 min
* Lukla to Everest base camp (Kala Patthar): 30 min
* Landing at Kalapatther viewpoint: 5min-10 min
* Kalapatther to Everest View Hotel: 15 min flight
* Landing At Everest View hotel for breakfast: 50 min - 1 hour
* Everest View Hotel(Syngboche) to Lukla: 15 min
* Fueling Time to Lukla: 10-15 min
* Lukla To Kathmandu: 45 min flight
* Total time to Everest base camp helicopter tour: 4-5 hour
Everest Heli tour timetable
5:30: Drive to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Early morning, one of the team member's tour will be there to pick you up. We then head towards Kathmandu Domestic Airport, which takes 20 to 30 minutes to reach.
6:00: Check-in at domestic airports and prepare for a Helicopter tour.
Reaching the airport, and check in into the airport then you escorted towards the helicopter. Preparing for the helicopter tour and then entering inside the helicopter then starts to take off gradually.
6:45: Flight to Lukla Airport and Refueling at Lukla.
The flight towards one of the worldâs most dangerous airport is a unique experience in itself. This scenic flight offers a wonderful glimpse of the hilly region of Nepal with dramatic forest, villages, valleys and rivers scenery. After 30 minutes, you reach the gateway of the Everest region, Lukla. At Lukla, the Everest Helicopter lands for few minutes for refueling. While refueling going on, you can enjoy your first glimpse of the beautiful senary of the Everest region.
7:15: Flight towards Everest Base Camp through Dingboche.
After refueling, the helicopter takes off towards Everest Base Camp passing through Sagarmatha National Park, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Gorak Shep, and EBC finally. From the air, you can observe a wonderful mountain ecosystem, cultural and remote villages, religious monasteries and sites, glaciers, suspension bridges, and wide Himalayan ranges.after then you will be landing at our final destination of Everest base camp helicopter tour.
7:45: Flight Tour of Everest Base Camp and landing at Kala Patthar.
Exploring the Everest base camp then you can aerial outlook of famous Everest Base Camp situated above glacier embellished with religious and colorful prayer flags. Then, a helicopter flies towards the large rocky mountain of Kala Patthar (5,644m). Kala Patthar is the highest point of Everest Base Camp trek. This rocky mountain is famous for its close sunrise/sunset views over the Himalayas and 360-degree wide picture of Himalayan Ranges. From here, you can see the summit of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori and more.
8:00: Landing at Everest View Hotel, Syangboche for breakfast.
Exploring the Kala Patthar, you then fly towards Nepalâs Highest Altitude Hotel, Everest View Hotel (3,780m) at Syangboche. It is a Guinness Record Holder for Highest Hotel in the world of 2004. This hotel is a popular destination for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour and Everest View Trek as it is a perfect spot for relaxation and authentic foods. You can have an outdoor breakfast while enjoying the majestic views and scenery. The helicopter lands for an hour for breakfast or lunch.
8:50: Fly back to Lukla and refueling.
With a delightful breakfast at Everest View Hotel, you then fly back to Lukla; crossing UNESCO Heritage, Sagarmatha National Park, Khumbuâs capital Namche Bazaar, and suspension bridges, etc. Here at Lukla, helicopter lands for refueling while you can have your last outlook at Everest and nearby surroundings.
10:00: Return to Kathmandu finally
The helicopter then leaves Lukla, following the same scenic routes to Kathmandu Valley. Once you land at Kathmandu Domestic Airport, our guide will drop you to the hotel at Thamel. Later, we meet at our office to know about your experiences and services offered.
10:30 Drive from airport and transfer to Hotel.
After finishing your tour finally we drive to your hotel and then you have a full day at Kathmandu.
11:15 arrival at the hotel and rest at the hotel.
Arriving at the hotel then rest and enjoy your time. If you need any help we will manage for another program (if you will need).
Trip Highlights
* Thrilling helicopter tour to Everest Base camp.
* Helicoter Land and stop for Breakfast in Everest View Hotel
* Short Landing in Kalapatter to see Everest and other high mountains and feel altitude
* Great views of famous peaks such as Ama Dablam, Lhotse and many more.
* Stunning landscapes, Ice falls and glaciers.
* Beautiful villages and valleys.
Cost includes:
* Airport transfer (pick up/ drop) during tours.
* Helicopter Charter cost to Everest Base Camp Tour on sharing base (max 6 Person)
* Landing at the famous viewpoint of Kala Patthar for short Hiking (for 5-10 min but enough time to take a picture and see the mountain.
* Landing 50 min to 1-hour breakfast break on Everest view hotel(Syangboche) with a closeup view of Mount Everest and other high mountains
* First Aid kit box and oxygen cylinder for an Emergency case
* Domestic airport departure taxes/fees.
* All government tax and fees.
* Company service charges and fees.
Cost excludes
* Meal (Breakfast/lunch) in Everest view hotel during the trip.
* National park permit fees in Everest.
* Life and medical insurance during the trip
* Personal expense on a trip.
* Hard and soft drinks during the tours.
* Tips etc.
Note
This trip is as the sharing phase. If you want to private Helicopter for a tour it will be added extra cost for your trip. And if canceled your trip region of bad climate we will deduct airport Drop pickup cost from your refundable cost. ($60).
The given helicopter tour cost is just for a single or double shuttle. You must think about that the total maximum weight for a shuttle is up to 250 kg. And the two shuttles for 500. Kg. (the greatest number of people in a chopper will be 5 pax). If there the total size of people will be more than weight limit. We need an extra helicopter to start your trip from Kathmandu, and it will be applied full helicopter cost from Kathmandu. The upper limit of carrying weight limit at the Himalaya (More than 4400 m high) will be only 250 kg. if you need more shuttle due to weight managing. You must have to pay an extra price for one more shuttle (price will be equally divided into all number of people). For eg. The total number 1 people 5 pax and the average weight of 1 people is 100 kg. for weight manage, we required an extra shuttle from Pheriche.
Fixed Departures
We will book sharing based trip and private trip to Everest helicopter tour. In Everest base camp helicopter tour will be max 5 pax flying by helicopter. For Minimum cost and saving money you should choice Everest Base Camp Helicopter as sharing based. We will provide a sharing base helicopter tour to Everest Base Camp for our clients as well as the best price and service. (We hvae daily flight for Everest Base Camp Helicpoter tour.). Also we will organize a privet trip to Everest Base Camp by Helicopter if you want to do it as privetly so just le know your best dates do this trour then we will manage the rest.
All departure dates are guaranteed, choose your dates. We provide you all the service very reasonable price and the best qualities services for privade trip as well. Please find your suitable fixed departure dates of Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour for 2019/2020 ( if you need more information leave a Message from here. We will be always with you)
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