🚁 Helicopter Tours – Everest & Annapurna from the Sky
Discover Nepal’s majestic Himalayas in style with luxury helicopter tours to Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp. Perfect for travelers short on time or seeking a once-in-a-lifetime experience, heli tours offer breathtaking aerial views, comfort, and unmatched proximity to the world’s tallest peaks.
🏔️ Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
Duration: ~4–5 hours | Departure: Kathmandu
✈️ Highlights:
- Aerial view of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and the Khumbu Glacier
- Landing at Kalapatthar (5,545m) for close-up Everest views
- Optional breakfast at Everest View Hotel in Syangboche
- Great for those who want the Everest experience without trekking
🗓️ Sample Itinerary:
| Time | Activity |
| 6:00 AM | Hotel transfer to Kathmandu Airport |
| 6:30 AM | Helicopter flight departs for Lukla (refueling stop) |
| 7:15 AM | Fly over Everest region & land at Kalapatthar for photos |
| 8:00 AM | Optional breakfast at Everest View Hotel |
| 9:30 AM | Fly back to Kathmandu |
| 10:30 AM | Hotel drop-off |
🏞️ Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour
Duration: ~1.5–2 hours | Departure: Pokhara
✈️ Highlights:
- Fly above Phewa Lake, Machhapuchhre, and Annapurna Range
- Landing at Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) for 15–30 mins
- 360° mountain views of Annapurna I, Hiunchuli, Dhaulagiri, and Gangapurna
- Ideal for sunrise flights & scenic photography
🗓️ Sample Itinerary:
| Time | Activity |
| 6:00 AM | Pick-up from hotel in Pokhara |
| 6:30 AM | Fly to Annapurna Base Camp |
| 7:00 AM | Land at ABC – explore and take photos |
| 7:30 AM | Return flight to Pokhara |
| 8:00 AM | Drop at hotel – tour ends |
✅ Additional Information:
- Season: Best views in Spring (Mar–May) & Autumn (Sep–Nov)
- Group Size: 1–5 people (depending on weight)
- Includes:
- Private or sharing helicopter
- Airport transfers
- Permits (in some packages)
- Optional breakfast in mountains