Kathmandu to Lukla Helicopter

Helicopter tours in Nepal are comfortable ways to visit and explore the remote and rural Himalayas. Helicopter tours to Everest are the most popular Heli tours in Nepal. If you want to go to Everest region in a helicopter, you will have a list of options of helicopters permitted to and from different places.

Our Kathmandu to Lukla Helicopter tour is one of the popular tours to the Everest region. There are thousands of tourists, travellers, and explorers who come to visit the Everest region in Nepal every year. In this tour, we provide our best Heli services to those who want to go to Lukla in a Helicopter.

There are different alternatives to reach Lukla. There are lots of tourists who fly to Lukla from Kathmandu in a plane. There are others who reach out for Helicopter tours. Besides, there are some people who trek to Lukla via Jiri whereas some go via combined roadway trip and trekking.

In this short flight, you can enjoy the aerial views of the Kathmandu valley along with the beautiful World Heritage sites. You will see the stunning views of the beautiful valleys, mesmerizing Himalayas, variable landscapes, and many others. The Kathmandu to Lukla helicopter tour is an ideal choice for those who want to take a Helicopter ride rather than flying in a plane.

If you are thinking of taking a Helicopter ride to Lukla from Kathmandu, contact us. Everest assistance operates best helicopter sightseeing tours in Nepal. We organize both the private helicopter tours and the group joining tours.

Limelights of Kathmandu to Lukla Helicopter Tour

• Aerial views of Kathmandu valley
• Looking at the splendid Himalayas ahead of you from the Helicopter
• A beautiful experience

When is the best time for Kathmandu to Lukla Helicopter Tour?

The major factor that affects the helicopter tours to and from Everest is the weather condition. In cases of good weather, we operate the Kathmandu to Lukla helicopter tour throughout the year. However, Autumn (September, October, and November) and in Spring (March, April, and May) are the busiest times of the year.

These seasons are the peak ones for trekking and climbing in the Everest region. So, lots of tourists flood in the region. Hence, the demand for helicopter tours become higher during these times.

We operate the Heli tour Kathmandu to Lukla during any seasons. Even in monsoon, mornings are generally clear with calm weather and bright radiance of the sun. We organize the helicopter tours after making sure that the weather is good and it is safe to fly. Your security is our responsibility. Trust us, you will have the best trip with us.

Some Safety Notes on Kathmandu to Lukla Helicopter Tour

• Fasten your seat belt on board.
• Avoid standing or changing seat during your flight.
• Do not throw any objects from the helicopter during your flights.
• Do not smoke during the flight.
• Do not hurry to get in or get out of the helicopter. Wait until the operators ask you to do so.

Some Other Helicopter Tours in Everest

If you want to explore more of Everest after arriving in Lukla, you might want to have a look at some of our helicopter tours. Here is a list of some of them:

Lukla to Tengboche

Flight Duration: 12 minutes

Via this flight, you can fly to Tengboche Monastery. Tengboche monastery is the biggest monastery in Khumbu. This place is also famous for the panoramic views of high soaring peaks.

Lukla to Gokyo Lakes

Flight Duration: 30 minutes

In this tour, you can fly in a helicopter from Lukla to the mesmerizing high altitude lakes in Gokyo valley.

Lukla to Everest Base Camp

Flight Duration: 20 minutes

This helicopter tour is wonderful. You will reach the base of Mt. Everest, the highest peak in the world. You can reach the base camp in only 20 minutes time from Lukla.

Lukla to Kalapathar

Flight Duration: 20 to 25 minutes

Kalapathar is the highest point on the Everest base camp trek. From Lukla, you can directly take a helicopter ride to Kalapathar. You will be at heaven in 20 minutes time from Lukla. From Kalapathar, you will get a 360 degrees panorama of Mt. Everest.

Lukla to Syangboche

Flight Duration: 10  minutes

Via our Lukla to Syangboche Helicopter tour, you can make a visit o the Everest View Hotel, 3780 meters. If you want to view a grand view of Everest with breakfasting at the highest placed hotel in the world, this helicopter tour is exactly what you need.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many passengers can you carry?

The number of passenger on the Helicopter depends solely upon the capacity of the Helicopter that you are flying in.

How much baggage is permitted?

For a single person, we allow 5 to 10 kgs.

Will there be other passengers on my flight?

If you wish to travel in a group, yes! But if you want to fly in a private helicopter, you should book a private Heli tour. We provide you services as per your booking orders.

Do the Helicopter fly in the scheduled time?

The boarding time depends on various factors. But yes, if the weather is good and you arrive on time, we will fly in the allocated time.

Can I bring my pets?

Sorry, we do not allow pets on board.

Can I take my children on Kathmandu to Lukla Helicopter tour?

Yes, you can. But do make sure that they’ll feel alright.

How do I arrange for my charter?

There are two ways. You can make a direct call to us through the numbers provided on the Contact details of our webpage. Or, you can also fill up the form on the same page.

How do I book Kathmandu to Lukla helicopter tour with Everest Assistance?

Booking with us is easy. Provide us with the date of the tour and the copy of your passport, and yes 30% of advance for booking. You can pay us via card, bank transfer, or you can pay online.  Now, you have booked your Kathmandu to Lukla Helicopter tour.

I am a solo traveller. Can I join another group?

Yes, we provide group joining services. This service allows solo travellers to book the group tour without having to book for private tours.

Send us an e-mail clearly stating your preferred flight date. We will help you find a group. Group joining saves the cost of Kathmandu to Lukla helicopter tour.

What Should I Carry During my Kathmandu to Lukla Helicopter Tour?

You can carry water bottles and some light snacks if you want to.