EBC by Helicopter — 5 Days Kathmandu Package
Duration
5 days
From
$3,500/person
Max Altitude
5,364 m
Difficulty
Easy
Starts
Kathmandu
Group Size
1–5 People
Stay
Hotel (Kathmandu)
Meals
Breakfast
Best Season
Oct–Nov, Mar–May
Trip Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary(5 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 1,400 m · Day 1The 5-day Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour combines two days of Kathmandu cultural immersion — Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, and Swayambhunath — with a private helicopter flight to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) and Kala Patthar (5,545 m). For travellers who cannot commit to a 14-day trek but want the genuine EBC experience — standing at base camp, seeing the Khumbu Icefall, breathing 5,000 m air — this is the definitive short-stay option.
The helicopter departs Kathmandu in the early morning and crosses the Mahalangur range, landing at Gorak Shep before hovering at Kala Patthar for the summit panorama. The return flight covers the entire approach in 45 minutes that trekkers spend 8 days walking. The 4-star Kathmandu hotel base provides a comfortable anchor between the heritage sightseeing days and the mountain flying day.
Best seasons: October–November and March–May. Group size: Private charter (4–5 per aircraft). Hotel: 4-star Kathmandu throughout.
What's Included
Included
- Private helicopter charter to Everest Base Camp (EBC landing + Kala Patthar flyover)
- 2 nights 4-star hotel in Kathmandu (breakfast)
- Kathmandu heritage sightseeing with licensed guide
- Private vehicle throughout Kathmandu valley
- All landing permits and aviation fees for helicopter
- Kathmandu airport pickup and drop-off
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International flights
- Nepal visa
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners
- Personal gear
- Tips
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Best season. Kathmandu temple visits comfortable; helicopter EBC landing in perfect clear conditions.
Spring (Mar–May)
Excellent. Everest expedition season adds drama to the EBC flight.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Good for Kathmandu sightseeing; EBC flight very cold — extreme warm layering needed.
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Kathmandu sightseeing fine; helicopter flight weather-dependent and frequently delayed.
Permits Required
What to Pack
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Frequently Asked Questions
On the Trail
See it in motion
$3,500
/ person · all-inclusive