Everest View Heli Tour with Breakfast | Flyover to EBC

Trip Overview
  • Duration 5 Hours
  • Difficulty Level Easy or Grade A (*)
  • DestinationNepal
  • Meals & AccommodationBREAKFAST
  • Trip Start & EndKathmandu to Kathmandu
  • Trip TypeHelicopter Flight
  • Major AttractionKalapathar, EBC
  • Maximum Altitude5545 Meters
  • Best TimeAll Year

Ever dreamed of seeing and having breakfast in front of Mt. Everest without having to hike all the way to the base camp? Now you can make your dream come true with our new helicopter tour that lands at the Hotel Everest view.

This may seem like a bluff at first, making many rovers wonder if there is even a place to enjoy all the luxury and delicious breakfast just in front of Everest. But yes, there it is, the Hotel Everest view. As the name suggests, the hotel is located at an elevation of 13000 ft indeed and provides stunning and up-close views of the world's tallest mountain- Mt Everest. For some time now, Everest View Hotel has outshone the base camp by offering an equally magnificent view of Mt. Everest. It presents a breathtaking scenery of untouched natural beauty, encompassing lush rolling hills, rugged stone cliffs, and glaciers that leave visitors in awe. Hence, more hikers now seem to be more fond of visiting and having breakfast at this tallest, with the all-time growing popularity of the Everest base camp. This being said, they now prefer to enjoy the view of the event, all soaking in comfort rather than travelling all their way to the base camp. In addition to ascending from Lukla, many opt for a helicopter ride to reach their destination, ensuring a more convenient journey. The flight to the Everest View Hotel is an extraordinary adventure offering spectacular views of snow-capped summits, valley lands, and greenery. This short Sojourn to one of the hottest Himalayan destinations is a treat for globetrotters who want to enjoy the spectacular view from the hotel in the chopper.

Perched on a ridge with spectacular views of the Himalayan peaks, the ancient hotel is the best place to marvel at the beauty of Everest and the valleys. As your air transport flies from the skies and touches down on the helipad of the Everest View Hotel, get ready to be awestruck. From the hotel terrace and where you will be dining, you'll wonder at the cloud-piercing summit of Everest and lose yourself in the serenity of the snow-capped mountains. An experience like no other, the Everest Lofted excursion and overnight stay at the Everest View Hotel will give you an unparalleled perspective on the world's rooftop. A bucket list Exploration comes to life, and this is a thrill that will stay with you for years to come.

With this, you do not need to worry about the Lukla flight or its cancellations. Similarly, you need not take the long-drawn-out trail from Lukla and book the teahouse enroute. Similarly, you do not need to hire an expert guide or porters , which cuts your budget to almost half. Your Outing starts from Kathmandu, taking you to the Everest View Hotel about an hour later. A short stop at Lukla for refuelling is required, but do not worry, as the refuelling does not take much time. After the transport is fully refilled, the exhilarating wandering will transport guests above the Khumbu Valley and Namche Bazaar, providing a breathtaking vista.

Sky Safari to Everest View Hotel is well-suited for travellers of all age groups, largely because it eliminates the need to ascend to a higher altitude. It condenses the lengthy 10-hour hike from Lukla to the Everest View Hotel into a mere one-hour flight.

Highlights

  • Airy flight to the Everest region from Kathmandu, landing at the Everest View Hotel, guaranteed
  • Experience the awesome aerial flight over the Everest Himalayas.
  • Outstanding views of the almighty Mt. Everest (the world's highest peak) while enjoying your meal.
  • Be awestruck by awe-inspiring panoramic views of everything from over 60 miles of Nepalese landscape, including spectacular snow-capped peaks, snaking ridges, swirling rivers, charming villages and breathtaking valleys.
  • Enjoy the am morning ride to Lukla and Everest Viewpoint in Syangboche, where you can enjoy your breakfast.
  • Experience the joys of breakfast at the world's highest hotel, Everest View Hotel (3,880 metres / 13,000 ft), set among panoramic mountain views of Mount Everest and neighboring summits.
  • Private First time fly like a bird in the world from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp, and you will see Mt.
  • Everest. Private, exclusive to the Base of Everest, with a daily departure. Families, friends, or groups make memories on this one-of-a-kind air adventure, or you can choose to have an exclusive private flight.

Landing at Everest View Hotel - The Highest Hotel in the World

Landing at the Everest view hotel is very different and one of the best experiences compared to landing at Everest base camp. At 3,880 metres, it's the highest hotel in the world. As your air transport takes off from Kathandy and lands from the skies onto the hotel helipad, race yourself for the altitude. The air is thin up here, so take it slow, getting off the chopper.

The Views Are Breathtaking

Once you catch your breath after landing, the views will take it away again. Towering snow-capped Himalayan peaks surround the hotel, including majestic Mount Everest. The massive mountain dominates the skyline, jutting up into the clouds. In every direction you look, jagged icy summits scrape the sky. An alpine glow bathes the mountains in a golden light during sunrise and sunset. Witnessing dawn from this vantage point is a spiritual experience for many.

Basic But Comfortable Accommodations

The hotel itself offers basic and Cozy to luxury services for tr's visitors. Basic rooms are minimalistic, with twin beds, warm blankets, and ensuite bathrooms. In basic rooms there will be heating, but thick down jackets would be best to take with you to prevent from cold.

There is one main dining room where the meals range from simple Nepali food to buffet meals and other types of cuisine. The experience gained from the stay at the Everest View Hotel is something that can't be compared to anything else. From the pilot going through the breathtaking ride to the moment of tranquility when one gazes at Mount Everest itself, this should be the best experience that one may go through.

Everest Heli Passages experience provides a unique opportunity to witness Mount Everest without having to go through a long trekking journey. The scenic flight commences from Kathmandu with a brief stop at Lukla, thus taking one on a breathtakingly beautiful ride through the Himalayas, giving one a chance to look at the tallest peaks in the world from above.

The Flight

The 30-minute flight path goes from Lukla to Base of the Mt Everest, passing over breathtaking vistas of snow-capped summits. Some key highlights you'll see include.

Landing at Everest View Hotel, you'll have time to snap photos of the majestic peak. You can also enjoy a drink and breakfast at the hotel while soaking in the panorama. On the return flight, you'll follow a different route back to Lukla, getting an aerial view of even more Himalayan stunners.

What to Expect on an Everest Heli Tour

The joyride to the Everest View Hotel from Kathmandu is an organised tour where you are granted a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This short roving lets the globetrotter skip a certain portion of the ramble and quickly reach your dream destination.

Everest View Hotel lies 138 km from Kathmandu, and reaching there by avian means takes 45 to 50 minutes. The Everest Heli allows roamers to view the mighty Everest up close without walking for days. You'll get an unparalleled view of the world's tallest peak on a clear day. Here's what you can expect on one of these scenic flights:

You'll start your day bright and early at the Kathmandu airport, which will take you to the gateway to the Everest region, Lukla. After the safety briefing, you will be transferred via a state-of-the-art five AS 350 Series fleet on an amazing flight over the beautiful Khumbu Valley.

As the helicopter lifts off the ground, you can already see the green hills from where you are, and you can see the snow-capped mountains.

Within 30 minutes, you can see the unmistakable white dome of Everest's most famous peak piercing the sky. Your skilled pilot will fly as close as safely possible, sometimes within just a mile or two of the peak. Have your camera ready, as the views are truly once in a lifetime. You may even spot some colourful prayer flags that decorate the higher slopes.

While you are flying around Everest, you will see some of the much less-known surrounding peaks of Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Nuptse. Your helicopter will then take you to Everest View Hotel, the highest hotel in the world, with breathtaking views of the Himalayas. There will be time for a brief sightseeing; you will also be able to grab a bite to eat and enjoy this spectacular location before you return to Lukla the same way you came.

During your flight back, you will pass over remote valleys, Sherpa villages and rivers. When your helicopter finally lands in Lukla, you will be awe-inspired once more by the majesty and glory of these epic giants of the world. An Everest Heli Excursion gives you the opportunity to see the highest mountain in the world without having to spend 2-3 weeks trekking through the valleys and conditions of the Himalayas – an incredible life experience.

Will Everest Heli Tour Be Right For You?

Everest View Hotel Heli tour from Kathmandu to benefit those travellers who want to reach the hotel View Hotel in a minimum amount of time. The hotel is located at a high altitude in Syangboche and provides the best views of Mt Everest just in front of you.

Additionally, you can arrange these Airy transfers between Kathmandu or Lukla and Everest View Hotel, allowing you to bask in the tranquil atmosphere of the location. After the excursion ends, you can add a visit to different landmarks of the Everest region, like visiting Namche bazaar, Tengboche, and Everest base camp.

After your airing completion, you can also walk to the Kala Patthar or the base camp from this vantage point. During the air travels , you'll be treated to breathtaking vistas of the Himalayan landscape, towering peaks, urban vistas as you soar over Kathmandu, lush hills, lake-like formations, and much more.

This short roving in the Everest region is perhaps the best choice for globetrotters who love to enjoy the beautiful views of Everest without overexerting themselves with a hike. Everest base camp or Everest view is great, but we can't ignore the fact that the trek at least takes about two weeks to finish. The long duration of the amble does not suit the traveller who has limited time in Nepal but wants to enjoy every aspect of the walk from the skies.

Similarly, you can enjoy the breathtaking vistas in a single day by opting for an Aerocopter ride to the Everest View Hotel. Regarded as an incredibly time-effective method for savouring the splendour of Mount Everest, Helo travels to the Everest View Hotel have gained immense popularity. En route to the Everest Base Camp, you'll have the opportunity to appreciate the stunning glaciers from a remarkably close vantage point. As you cross the snow-covered peaks and ice-capped lakes, you'll be captivated by the mesmerising scenery.

Booking this helo trip and breakfast from Kathmandu is great for celebrating different special occasions with your family, friends, and your partner. If you enjoy a romantic dinner or breakfast with an infrared view of Everest and other snow-capped peaks, then this drift is definitely right for you to choose.

Unlike the other Everest air rides, the helo does not land at Kala Patthar, so there is a very low risk of altitude sickness during the sashay. Therefore, it's safe to say that the junket indeed suits roamers of all ages and fitness levels.

Travellers, who want some unique experience, can add this trip with an additional Champagne Breakfast as their next romantic gateway.

Still in doubt whether this air ride is right for you or not? Absolutely, the ramble will prove to be great if you are a traveller seeing a unique and unforgettable experience; this airing is a must-add to your itinerary. But that's not all. For couples looking to add romance and luxury to their travels, the option of an additional Champagne Breakfast is the perfect cherry on top of this sashay.

This Hotel Everest View, not only ensures you save time but also offers a comfortable wandering, allowing you to make the most of your visit to the Everest region. You can admire the greatness of Everest, the Himalayan landscapes, and glaciers while enjoying breakfast, capturing incredible photographs, and creating lasting memories with your loved ones.

How Does Everest Heli tour land in Everest view Hotel Operate?

This amazing Everest Excursion with landing at Everest View Hotel starts early in the morning from Kathmandu airport. Our expert team from Mountain Rock Treks will pick you up from your respective hotels and drop you at the airport for your Heli sashay for the Everest view. You fly in the air soon after you board the aircraft, and in less than 30 minutes, the travel stops at Lukla for refuelling. During the refuelling and rearranging process you can visit the nearby attractions of the Lukla. One fun fact about Lukla is that it is known as one of the most dangerous airports in the world due to its short runway and different conditions. Therefore, there are many more attractions to enjoy for the trekkers during their short stay at Lukla. After refuelling, the air transport takes you to the Hotel Everest to view landmarks like Phakding and Namche Bazaar.

Lukla is considered the entrance of the Everest Region. This route is used by almost all trekkers who are on their web to the Everest Base Camp or even Everest expeditions. After a short time, we landed at the hotel Everest view and enjoy a delicious breakfast with the Mt Everest (the tallest mountain in the world) view in front.

With the addition of the Breakfast, other best includes of this junket package are exploring the nearby peak from the comfort of your place. Similarly, you can glare at the magnificent landscapes while enjoying the hotel's delicious breakfast.

This joyride from Kathmandu is indeed a great option and the most comfortable outing in the Entire Everest region. The galavant starts from Kathmandu and avoids all the extremely high altitudes, long marches, and basic accommodations. You will get all soaked in luxury as you reach the hotel and have breakfast there. After breakfast and enjoying the surfing views, we boarded the transport again and landed in Lukla for refuelling. For the last time we will explore around the Lukla and fly towards Kathmandu. This way, your every tour and landing at Everest ends.

Cost of Everest Heli tour land in Everest view Hotel

This Everest visit is an alternative to the Everest base camp helicopter tour and is the cheapest sky ride in Nepal. Our offered Exploration can cost anywhere from 1000 to 1300 USD, while a private charter flight ranges from 4500 to 5000 USD. Mount Everest aerial safari price at final also depends on several factors, including the size of your group, the season, specific customizations, and other inclusions. Remember that prices may be higher during the busy spring season due to high demand and limited availability.

If you're travelling with a larger group, the cost per person in a shared tour will be lower. To better understand how Mountain Rock Treks determines costs for the Everest tour with landing at Hotel Everest View, please go through the table below.

No of travellers

Tour Cost

1 - 1 pax

 US $1300

2 - 2 pax

$1200

3 - 3 pax

 $1150

4 - 4 pax

$1100

5 - 5 pax

$1000

Note:- According to the newly established regulations by the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN), the Everest Heli tour and landing at Kala Patthar are now not permissible. These rules were implemented earlier this year, officially not allowing for landings at Kala Patthar. However, as an alternative to the Everest helicopter tour with a Kala Patthar landing, we are pleased to introduce our Everest aircraft tour with a landing at Hotel Everest View. Please note that landing at Kala Patthar will not be permitted until further notice from CAAN, so we are offering this Everest aircraft tour with the option to land at the hotel located at highest altitude , offering the same great views of Everest and other surrounding peaks.

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Itinerary

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Phase 1:- Wake Up early

Wake up early in the morning and drink your tea/coffee in your respective hotel before driving to the Domestic Terminal towards the Tribhuvan International Airport for your Everest visit. 

Phase 2:- Head to Kathmandu Airport in a private vehicle and Board your helicopter 

Our MRT representative will pick you up from your respective hotels and drive to the Kathmandu domestic airport at Tribhuvan International Airport. There is not much traffic this early morning, so driving from your hotel in Thamel should only take around 15 minutes. Once there, you'll receive your boarding pass, and our representative will provide a comprehensive briefing about the trip. This will include essential guidelines and codes of conduct for the aircraft tour. You'll also have the chance to meet the helicopter's captain. By the conclusion of this stage, you'll be fully informed about all aspects of the aviation tour.

Phase 3:- Fly to Lukla From Kathmandu and Stop at Lukla for Refuelling

Flight Time: 45 minutes

Landing Time: 15- Minutes

The airborne journey to Lukla is a remarkable experience, often considered a tour highlight. We'll soar over charming villages, lush hills, and majestic mountains, including iconic peaks like Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Langtang Lirung, Gauri Shankar, Ganesh Himal, Shishapangma, and Ama Dablam. In just 35 to 45 minutes, our aie transport will transport us to Lukla, officially known as Hillary Tenzing Airport, named in honour of the Everest pioneers. This serves as our refuelling point for the Everest aircraft Tour. We'll pause here for approximately 15 minutes, allowing you to soak in the surroundings and capture some photographs.

Phase 4:-  Fly to The Hotel Everest View from Lukla

Flight Time: 10 minutes,

Landing Time: 30-60 minutes

From Lukla, your outride soars above yak pastures, Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries, and stupas, providing breathtaking views of Namche Bazaar, meandering rivers, the Sagarmatha National Park, vibrant flora and fauna, trekkers below, and, of course, the majestic mountains. Eventually, you locomote at the Everest View Hotel, where a delightful breakfast awaits. 

Enjoying breakfast at the Everest View Hotel is like dining in the lap of mountain luxury. Famous for its delicious dishes, visitors adore the open-air terrace dining, which offers breathtaking mountain panoramas, including the views of Mt Everest Itself. Combine this with the enchanting fir trees and vibrant rhododendron forests, and you'll create lasting memories that will stay with you forever. Your stay at the Everest View Hotel is flexible, so you will stay there for around 60 minutes.

Phase 5: Fly to pheriche and flyover to everest with Surrounding.

Phase 6: Return to Lukla , Stop for Refuelling, and Back to Kathmandu 

Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Filled with joy and a sense of happiness, we return to Lukla for a quick refuelling stop. Following the same stunning path, we stop and explore Lukla for the next 15 minutes. Once the aircraft is ready to take off again from Lukla, we will board the ride for another awe-inspiring flight to Kathmandu. We now will gracefully soar over the breathtaking landscapes and Himalayas again. In approximately 50 minutes, we crossed Kathmandu, finally landing at the domestic terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport.

  • No
  • Breakfast
  • 5 hours
  • 3880 Meters

We are pleased to offer the flexibility of tailoring your journey to your desired duration and places, whether extended or shortened, as our proficient team of locals-cum-guides, porters, and accompanying staff have an in-depth understanding of every location traveled.

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Cost Details

Includes

  • Helicopter Fuel Surcharge.
  • Airport drop-off from the hotel and pick-up from the airport to the hotel.
  • Breakfast at Everest View Hotel 
  • Helicopter flight to Everest Base Camp on private and (sharing Basic Max 5 persons) and back to Kathmandu.
  • Landing at Everest View Hotel, 50 Minutes to 1 Hour for Breakfast.
  • flyover to kalapathar and everest view hotel.
  • Complete package trip with Lowest Price Guaranteed.
  • 100 % Full Refund guarantee if no flight is made due to bad weather.
  • Easy and Secure Online Booking System.
  • Oxygen cylinders.

Excludes

  • Medical insurance
  • Meals, accommodations 
  • Applicable permit arrangement
  • Sagarmatha National Park entrance fee (3000 Nepali Rupees) and 3000 NPR VDC fee
  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks throughout the trips
  • Personal gear: down jackets
  • Other equipment
  • Food and Drinks during the trip 
  • Airport Tax (500 Rupee)
  • Paying by card will cost 4% Bank service Charges Extra 

Dates & Price

Essential Info

Helicopter Tour and Landing at Everest View Hotel Things Know

Sky copter tours of Mount Everest start at Tribhuvan International Airport, offering spectacular natural scenery in Nepal. After takeoff, you'll see charming villages and glacier-covered passes against snow-capped mountains. A brief stop at Lukla allows for sightseeing and photos. You'll then head to Hotel Everest View and enjoy the breakfast and close-up views of Mt. Everest and other towering peaks like Mt. Pumori, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Lhotse, and Mt. Nuptse.

Tour Inclusions and Exclusions

This Everest region outing with a landing at Everest Hotel View includes the airport pickup and drop-off service. Similarly, the airing prices include stopping at the stopover and refuelling at Lukla. On the other hand, the travels excludes all the personal expenses you might incur during the helicopter journeying.

The Best traveller to Take on This Tour

The best person to take on this helicopter tour is all those globetrotters who like to witness and experience Everest's greatness while eating breakfast. Similarly, this galavant is great for roamers who enjoy their special days, like birthdays, anniversaries, etc., with their family, friends, and partners uniquely and unforgettably.

The Everest visits are also great for the ones who do not want to ramble up upto the Everest base camp or hotel events for the close-up views of the mountains and Mt Everest. Trek will certainly be time-consuming and strenuous, but the sky copter r with landing at the Everest Hotel view will not be.

If you are a traveller and do not have enough time on your hands to see the beautiful Himalayas at close range then, taking this landing at Shyangboche’s hotel is a very quick and great option fo rwalking . Also, the people who cannot march find this airing truly bliss.

Maximum Number of Traveller Allowed on the Helicopter Tour

This journeying is tailored to the enjoyment of exclusive groups, be it a family or a gathering of up to five roamers . Similarly, it's important to highlight that our outings are offered exclusively both on a private and group basis. We encourage you to contact us to cater to your requirements and personalise your wandering per your financial considerations and traveller's tastes.

What to Bring During the Tour?

Before starting your aerial shuttle journeying, please make sure that you dress in suitable and comfortable attire according to the time of year for your odyssey. If you are taking this sky outing in the winter, we recommend wearing proper clothing like a down jacket, a woollen hat, and wind-resistant trousers and jackets.

If you are travelling during the warmer seasons, we advise travellers to wear a cosy jacket, sun hat, cotton socks, and sunglasses.

Furthermore, don't forget to apply sunscreen, and bring along your water bottle and some snacks. And, of course, remember to carry a fully charged camera, extra batteries, and spare memory cards.

Everest base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return

CAAN does not intend to operate the Everest helicopter flight and landing at Kala Patthar from this year until further notice. So to experience the true glory of Everest from the it’s base camp or Kala Patthar, you can take Everest trek with a Heli return outing that starts from Kathmandu and takes you to the base of the event and Kala Patter. After your trek competition, you take an air return ride from the Goraphshep. This airing provides the combination experience of both an aerial Everest visit and a land walk. With the ascent amble to the Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, you experience the more traditional challenge. On return, you get the bird's eye view of the beautiful Himalayan panorama and other attractions of the region on your way back to Kathmandu from Gorak Shep.

Shared Everest Tour with Landing at Hotel Everest View

Wanderers generally have two options for this sky copter from Kathmandu: a private booking tour and a shared tour.

In the shared Everest winged transport adventure, with landing at hotel Everest view, travellers will simply share the innovative rotorcraft with their fellow globetrotters. Your destination and the outing are the same, so all your interests are the same.

This five-person team remains the same for the entire wandering, allowing for building connections within the group, even if its members start as strangers.

Some features of the group excursion are as follows.

  • The shared odyssey is generally more friendly than the private journeying . The tour cost is divided among the multiple partners, so you can expect to pay less than the private aviation Everest visits with the Landing at Everest view hotel.
  • There will be five people in your group. This is a great way to bond with fellow wanderers and share the experiences you encounter during the different trips.
  • Shared journeying have a planned route, including flight paths, where you'll land, and when you'll do so. This helps you know what will happen during your trip and allows you to prepare for it.
  • Because the excursion has a set schedule, there isn't much room to tailor it to your specific preferences.

Private Everest Tour with Landing

The Private Best Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is an extraordinary Exploration that takes you into the magnificent Himalayas. It is all about an unrivaled customizing experience with the luxury of choosing your preferences. These private tours are the ultimate choice for hikers who do not want to share the trail with other groups or individuals or who want to personalize their unique Adventure.

Some features related to this tour are mentioned below:

  • When you decide to take a private flight, you get to enjoy everything as if it is the only one. There will be no one disturbing your peace of mind. So, you can even ask your pilot to customize your Adventure. You can choose to spend more time at a specific location or ask for an additional halt at a place or change a few destinations; a helicopter tour can be rescheduled according to your convenience too. You can also decide the time of your departure from Kathmandu on your own. Moreover, you and your group can have the pleasure of visiting the lovely Gokyo lakes and the Gokyo region.
  • You can customize the trip according to your requirements. Whether you wish to stay longer at certain locations, add a few more stops or want to change the route, a private trip gives you the flexibility to design your own trip. You can decide the departure time from Kathmandu, and there is flexibility for the itinerary. Your group can visit the stunning Gokyo lakes and surrounding region.
  • You will be attended to by the crew, who will try to make sure that you have the best time. The team will be happy to provide some information about the area, help you in taking photos and answer your questions. Private easy Everest base camp Aerial vehicle Everest is a popular option for birthday, anniversary or proposal trips. Fewer passengers onboard means an unobstructed view from all directions, which makes the photography more fun.
  • Private tours prioritise your safety and comfort. While shared tours also ensure safety, private tours allow for more relaxed breaks and refreshments.

Weather and Climate For Everest Tour and landing at Hotel Everest View

This is the early morning flight for our aviation tour. We usually have clearer weather conditions in the morning for these flights. However, if the weather suddenly changes, we'll reschedule your tour for the next day. Remember that the mountain weather can change rapidly, but mornings are more stable. That's why we prefer morning flights over other times during the week.

When heading out on an Aerial vehicle Exploration and Landing, the wanderers need to be fully prepared against cold, wet, and windy conditions. Also, remember that the weather can vary at different altitudes, with higher altitudes generally being colder. We recommend checking the weather forecast before your airing and dressing appropriately for the conditions.

Permit and Fees

To begin with, when you arrive at the domestic terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport, please ensure you have your passport ready for the check-in process. A representative from Mountain Rock Treks will distribute boarding passes to all group members. Here is a list of the essential fees and charges you'll need to cover throughout your journey. Please note that even though these are mentioned in United States Dollars, we recommend carrying the amounts in Nepalese currency in cash. Here are the permits and fees for your Exploration.

Sagarmatha National Park Permit Fee: $30

Local Government Tax: $20

Breakfast at Everest View Hotel: $25

What is So Special About Visiting Everest View Hotel?

Everest View Hotel, located at 3,880m / 13,000 ft, has officially been recorded as the highest hotel in the world by the Guinness Book of World Records (2004 edition). The hotel offers a great 360-degree panorama of the mountains, where you can see Mt. Everet from every room and where you will be dining. This experience is something other than trekking to the base camp. This experience is more comfortable and luxurious.

Built by the Japanese national Takashi Miyahara in the late 1960s, this hotel is a true example of the luxury in front of Mt Everest Itself. The hotels offer a harmonious blend with the natural environment, offering breathtaking panoramic views to all who visit. In the modern era, reaching the hotel is possible either by taking a scenic air ride or trekking along a well-established trail.

Today, it provides an excellent opportunity to venture out and discover picturesque landscapes and villages. Alternatively, you can savour the delicious breakfast in front of Everest (the tallest peak in the world) if you opt for a chopper Quest to the base camp.

When Is the Best Time to Book This Flight?

Spring (March to May)

We have more bookings for departures in this window in springtime than in any other season, and the reason is that on the ground below, Everest Base Camp is busy with actual climbing expeditions: Tents and fixed ropes on the Khumbu Icefall are visible from the air, plus other mountain climbers are out and about on the trails. Mornings are generally clear, and temperatures are warmer than they are in autumn, so time spent on the ground at each stop is more comfortable, if not as chilly as during the fall months.

Autumn (September to November)

Our pilots report that the visibility is at its sharpest in autumn; the skies after the monsoons are almost devoid of haze, and the Himalayan skyline reads with absolute clarity that spring's occasionally hazier mornings can never match. What autumn does miss, though, is the opportunity to witness the springtime expedition activity unfolding at the Base Camp itself, offering a rather less active and busy scene down below, but a much crisper one up above.

Why Every Flight Leaves Between 6 and 7 AM

The timing is not dictated by the convenience of scheduling; instead, it is directly determined by the climatic aspects of Khumbu. The reliable morning airflow remains consistent during this time of day until the wind changes due to thermal processes and the rising of the clouds later in the day. Hence, it is impossible to set a departure time in the morning or afternoon under this route, as there have been too many occasions when a good morning turned into a bad one by mid-morning.

For those who value experiencing the life of expedition in Base Camp more than seeing the beautiful peaks of the mountains, it is advisable to book the trip in spring. However, if a passenger wants to see the best picture of the mountains but does not want to witness the life of Base Camp, he/she should choose to book the trip in autumn. Either way, ticket reservations should be made 6-8 weeks prior to the flight, as both periods are in high demand and, therefore, the seats become occupied quickly when the local weather patterns are established.

Where and How Do Weather Conditions Affect the Tour?

Flight Dependency

The mountain weather in the Khumbu can change dramatically during the course of an hour. Our operations are based on clear weather at the departure point, but a clear morning in Kathmandu tells only part of the story. The conditions at Lukla and Syangboche, situated in deep valleys, can be vastly different from those just a few kilometers away. Our pilots maintain radio contact with ground stations on the route before departure, and think of any given flight path as three weather checks, not one.

Delays and Cancellations

If fog or high winds make for unsuitable conditions for a flight to or from Kathmandu, Lukla or Syangboche, we will wait until the weather clears before departing. This can cause a delay of several hours, or of an entire day. We will not attempt to take advantage of a marginal weather window to please eager clients; a scrubbed morning is our pilot's decision, not ours.

Note: We treat a weather cancellation as a scheduling problem to be solved on our end, not a financial loss to the client. The terms of a rescheduling and refund will then fall under the terms of a general cancellation policy. We would much prefer to rebook a client at no extra cost on the following clear-weather day to a waiting client, rather than risk a flight in unsettled conditions that our pilots may have cause to object to.

Operational and Safety Guidelines

Base Payload Cap

Combined passenger weight cap at 500kg for the flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, which is checked by our ground crew upon boarding the aircraft and is not client-reported. Our aircraft can carry this amount of weight comfortably on the lower altitude legs, as the dense air still provides margin for the rotor to lift.

High-Altitude Weight Limits

Above Lukla, that margin disappears quickly, and your total weight is then capped at roughly 240 to 250kg for the higher altitude legs towards the Base Camp, less than half the allowable weight of the previous segment due to a significant reduction in air density beyond Lukla, which reduces the amount of lift available to the rotor. Not a value we round up on a light passenger morning, but the hard limit our pilots adhere to regardless of the morning's conditions.

Shuttle Turn System

When a group is found to be over this high-altitude limit, we do not attempt to cram a larger load than the aircraft can carry for the safety of our passengers. The group is instead split up into two shuttle groups for the Lukla or Syangboche for the EBC flyover turn, with the first group boarding the aircraft, the aircraft returning to the turn, and the second group boarding for the return leg. Adding 15 to 20 minutes to the morning's schedule, but the only configuration our pilots will accept for the safety of our passengers when the numbers get large, and we would rather schedule the extra time in than ask the aircraft to carry more than the local altitude will allow it to carry.

Hotel Everest View Breakfast Experience

The breakfast served at Hotel Everest View takes place at 3,880 meters and has a particular distinction that is worth mentioning before you land here: it is one of the highest hotels in the world, a detail that our pilots make a point of informing us about before we arrive. It is an intentionally slow stop, the only real break in an otherwise busy morning.

What's Actually on the Terrace

Item

What to Expect

View

Everest and Ama Dablam framed directly ahead, unobstructed

Breakfast style

Buffet or à la carte, eggs, toast, pancakes, fresh coffee and tea

Ground time

Roughly 60 minutes, no rush built into the schedule

Cost

USD 15-20 per person, paid directly at the hotel

Why This Cost Isn't Bundled Into the Tour Price

We have set different prices for breakfast instead of including it in the overall tour price. Thus, we have already explained this to the clients. Calculating the cost for meals and fixing it along with the tour price will either mean that the clients will charge too high rates for the tour or will be served with poor-quality meals. The visit to Hotel Everest View is part of the flight itself, but the clients should decide themselves what to have there, as there is no mark-up for them.

Why This Stop Matters Beyond the View

Our pilots timed this landing after the higher and more challenging descents earlier in the flight, not before. Settling down to 3,880m with a one-hour stop allows the body to acclimatize before beginning the final leg back to Kathmandu, and not descend from altitude to sea level in one continuous move. Clients constantly report this as the point in the trip where the morning really slows down to process the sights they've seen.

FAQs

  • Q1. Can You get a helicopter service to and From Everest View Hotel every day?

    Yes, you can book your helicopter flight to and from the hotel every day. These aerial tours start from Kathmandu and offer both pickups and drop ups services. This service helps travellers for an easy transfer to and from the hotel's Everest view, within and outside the Everest region.

  • If you arrive by air at Hotel Everest View, you'll find they offer a single breakfast menu, but it's priced at around $31 USD or 4000 NPR per person. This breakfast is quite modest in portion size for the price. It includes an omelette of choice, two slices of tomato, a piece of lettuce, two small sausage slices, two small pancakes, and your choice of tea or coffee. There are many other menus and cuisines to try at Hotel Everest View. You can check out their food choices by looking at their options. 

  • The Everest Heli Tour that lands at Everest View Hotel is a remarkable aerial journey that takes you on a helicopter flight to witness the stunning landscapes of the Everest region. The tour includes a stop at Everest View Hotel, one of the world's highest-altitude hotels, which offers breathtaking views of Mount Everest and the surrounding peaks. This tour is the alternative to the Everest helicopter tour and landing at Kala Patthar.

  • The Everest Heli Tour typically starts from Kathmandu, Nepal, and ends at the same location. It offers the convenience of departing from Nepal's capital city and returning after the tour. The helicopter will take off from Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu (domestic terminal). 

  • The entire helicopter tour and landing at Hotel Everest View normally take 3 to 4 hours. The flight time from Kathmandu can vary slightly slightly depending on weather conditions and the specific tour package you choose.

  • This place holds the record for being located at the highest altitude in the world at 3,880 metres (12,730 feet) in the village of Syangboche. From This location, passengers can enjoy the panoramic views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and other stunning Himalayan peaks. The hotel's vantage point provides an incredible vista for travellers without requiring extensive trekking.

  • Yes, many tour packages include an option to have breakfast or refreshments at Everest View Hotel. This option allows you to enjoy the beauty of the surroundings while enjoying your delicious breakfast in the lap of the Himalayas. Therefore, be sure to check with your tour provider about the detailed inclusions of your chosen package.

  • The best time to take the Everest Helicopter Tour is spring and autumn. These months normally start from March to May and September to November. During these times, the Eveers region experiences clear skies, favourable weather, and excellent visibility, enhancing your overall experience.

  • Certainly, all travellers on their way to the Everest base camp via helicopter are encouraged to capture the breathtaking scenery and Mt Everest itself during the tour. Most helicopters you will be taking have windows designed for photography and sightseeing. Also, rover can take enough photographs and videos as they arrive at Hotel Everest View. 

  • The helicopter does not land at much altitude, so there are normally no strict age restrictions; participants should be in reasonably good health. Still, this tour is unsuitable for passengers with certain medical conditions. Consult with your doctor and tour operator before you take on this journey. 

Client Reviews

  • Mesmerizing Mountain Magic

    Our Private Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour, with a Hotel Everest View landing, was an extraordinary journey we'll cherish forever. The entire experience was flawlessly planned and executed By Mountain Rock Treks. The Hotel Everest View Landing was undeniably a trip highlight, offering awe-inspiring Himalayan views from a lofty vantage point. While the weather was not perfect at first, the landing and breakfast at the 

    While the weather and Hotel Everest View's visibility weren't perfect, the tasty breakfast and landing at Hotel Everest View compensated more than enough. The helicopter's timing was flawless, and the pre-trip briefing was highly informative.  We can't express our gratitude enough to Mr. Deepak and the entire team for this remarkable adventure in the Himalayas. 

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    Cain HardyAustraliaJanuary 18, 2024
  • Himalayan Majesty

    I recently had the chance to take on a  helicopter ride of the Everest region with Mountain Rock Treks, and I must say, it was an absolutely amazing adventure. The vista from the Everest View Hotel was nothing short of awe-inspiring - the boundless vistas in all directions and the wide panorama of the mountain range left me truly mesmerised. 

    The Mountain Rock Treks team showed exceptional friendliness and professionalism, making sure our comfort and enjoyment were their top priorities. The tour was very smooth. The pilot on a Helicopter was also skilled and experienced, ensuring our safety and a delightful experience.

    I truly recommend This tour with Mountain Rock Treks to anyone seeking a unique and unforgettable experience in the stunning Nepal region. The vistas and the delicious from the Everest View Hotel will always be one of the best tour experiences in Nepal. Simply defining it was a truly fantastic tour for me.

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    Betsy WellsVietnamJanuary 16, 2024
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