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The Gokyo to Kathmandu helicopter tour offers a spectacular view of the Gokyo valley and Gokyo lakes in just 4.5 hours. This half-day trip covers a distance of approximately 137 kilometers from Kathmandu to Gokyo, providing a convenient alternative to walking. During the helicopter flight, you’ll be treated to stunning panoramic views of the majestic mountains that surround the Gokyo valley, including the serene Gokyo Lakes, Himalayan glaciers, lush green slopes, and more. Say goodbye to the hassle of trekking and enjoy a breathtaking aerial adventure with the Gokyo to Kathmandu helicopter tour.

Brief Itinerary

6:00 AM – 7: 00 AM: Pick up from the hotel in Kathmandu and transfer to the Kathmandu Airport Helipad (1,340 Meters)

7:00 AM: Check-in at the Kathmandu Airport Helipad(1,340 Meters)

7:00 AM – 7:45 AM: Fly from Kathmandu Airport Helipad to Lukla (Tenzing-Hillary Airport -2,860 meters): 45 Minutes Flight

7:45 AM – 8: 00 AM – Landing at Lukla – fueling for 10 – 20 minutes

8:00 AM – 8:35 AM: Helicopter Flight towards Everest Region

8:35 AM – 9:00 AM: Helicopter will fly over the Everest Base camp and land at Kala Pathher (5,644 meters/18,519 feet)

9:00 AM – 9:40 AM: Fly to Gokyo Lakes (4,700–5,000 meters) and Gokyo Ri (5,357 meters)

9:40 AM – 10:40 AM: Flight to Syangboche hill view-point – Mt. Everest View Hotel (3,962 meters) with options for Breakfast and refreshments.

10:40 AM – 12:00 PM: Fly to Kathmandu via Lukla

12: 20 PM: We will pick you up from the airport as soon as you arrive and take you to your destination.

What’s Included

• Airport pick-up & drop off (only inside kathmandu valley)
• Space in a helicopter for a maximum of 5 people in 1 helicopter
• Everest base camp entry permit arrangement service only
• Medical kits will be carried by our team
• We carry Oxygen Cylinder for emergency cases (Need to pay extra if you use it)
• 20 minutes of landing at Lukla airport before EBC Tour and 30 Minutes after the tour.
• 6 to 8 Minutes of landing at Kalapather View Point (Black Rock)
• Helicopter fly over to Everest Base Camp
• Government Taxes & Helicopter fuel surcharges
• Life insurance during a helicopter ride (provided by aviation)

What’s Excluded

• Domestic Airport entry gate pass Rs. 500 per person
• Your personal health insurance
• Breakfast at Hotel Everest View (You can get a set breakfast at $ 25++ Per Person)
• Personal expenses like brunch in Everest View Hotel or in Lukla (in case of long holding due to weather or emergency cases)
• Any kinds of hard or soft drinks during the tour
• Personal mountain gears
• Everest base camp entry fees (National Park Permit- USD 30 or 3000 Rupees in Nepali Currency)
• Local Government Entry Permit of Rs 2000

Private Charter Trip: US$4500 only, Sharing: US$1050