Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure (2025 and 2026)

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure (2025 and 2026) Spring and Autumn
  • Rohit Subedi
  • Last Updated on Dec 4, 2024

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is one of the most exciting trips in the world. It’s like a dream come true: flying right beneath the world’s highest peaks and then getting off at Kala Patthar and flying back. Our fixed departure dates for 2025 and 2026 will let you relish this awesome trip during the best seasons of all. 

Spring (March, April, and May) and Autumn (September, October, November). Most people prefer to take it in spring, with April making up the start of the climbing season; with the most vibrant Everest, it’s neither too cold nor too hot. Early spring offers crispy sky & excellent weather for sightseeing while flying nearer to mountains, including Everest, but later on through May, it gets a little warmer, exposing ever closer views of EBC & much more than otherwise seen mountains/peaks.

Not to miss out on Autumn, though, which also boasts stable weather prevailing clear skies guar, anteing equally mesmerizing views as in early springs for exploring the Khumbu valley even. However, we think that there are far fewer chances for first-time travellers visiting Nepal, unlike those on their second visit.

A unique advantage of our fixed departure tours is the guarantee of your adventure, including a thrilling Everest Helicopter Landing at Kala Patthar, the iconic vantage point famous for its awe-inspiring views of Everest. Departures are offered daily throughout these peak seasons, ensuring that you can go on this tour no matter how busy it gets, with unrivalled easiness and flexibility, too.

The exact fixed departure dates are established after considering various factors like weather conditions, permutations and combinations with travel permits and best time slots suitable for safe flights to the Everest region without having traffic jams in the mountains as well as by maintaining a good margin from early monsoons. Reserve your seat soon if you want to fly higher on this popular trip, as there is limited availability every season again due to the safety first policy – both in terms of your comfort & timely flight operations. Book now your guaranteed expedition to Everest Base Camp With Landing.

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What Is Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure Dates in (March, April, May, September, October November) 2025 and 2026?

Our Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour fixed departure dates in March, April, May, September, October and November 2025 and 2026 are designed to make sure you have a smooth and guaranteed adventure. With fixed departures, we assure you that you will reach the Everest region, land at Kala Patthar—the unbeatable viewpoint of Mount Everest—and enjoy this lifetime memorable moment at its fullest. April begins the spring trekking season, which is considered the best time to visit Everest. Booking a fixed departure during this rush period makes sure you don't miss it when it’s in high demand! Be it for the lively spring months (March to May) or the crystal clear autumn season (September to November), our departures are open throughout these time frames all day, every day.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure (2025)

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September 2025 - Daily

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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure (2026)

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May 2026 - Daily

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1250

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September 2025 - Daily

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November 2025 - Daily

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Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Landing Facts

  • Tour Grade: Leisure, short walks with a touch of high altitude.
  • Highest Landing Spot: Beneath Kalapathar Hill at 5,250 m / 17,224 feet.
  • Flight Duration: 4–5 hours maximum (weather permitting).
  • Helicopter Type: Airbus H125 / AS 350 B series (Euro-Copter, France).
  • Stops and Landing: Lukla, Everest View Hotel (breakfast)
  • Flyover: Everest Base Camp, Khumbu Icefall, Camp One, and Kala Patthar Hill.
  • Maximum Seating: 4–5 passengers with spacious, rotating seating.

Why Choose Fixed Departure Dates for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour?

Cost-Effective Option

Fixed departure dates are economical options for Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour as you will be sharing the helicopter ride with fellow travellers so, the overall cost comes down significantly compared to private charter. This has made it possible for anyone to experience this adventure and luxury without any compromise.

Convenient Scheduling

Fixed departures have pre-set itineraries and you can plan your timings accordingly. You do not have to worry about finding a tour as per your availability; once you find the right one, everything else will fall into place, and you can pre-plan your other stuff according to the date of arrival in a country or the city where the tour starts and also the end date.

Social Travel Experience

Travelling on a fixed departure date means you get to meet and travel with other people who are seeking similar adventures. The awesome Journey to Everest Base Camp becomes even more enjoyable with conversations, laughter and expressions of amazement to share.

Reliable and Well-Organized

Fixed departure tours are well planned since they are designed by expert operators, ensuring you have a well-organized tour schedule, the best weather conditions at the destination and tour guides who are well-versed in dealing with any kind of situation or any kind of adventure activities. 

Ideal for Solo Travelers

Solo travelers can join the group tours easily on fixed departure dates. No hassle of getting your group together, and you don't miss out on the Journey to one of the most Iconic Destinations in the World.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Features

Journey to the Himalayas with the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. This exciting 1-day journey flies you high above the clouds to see the wondrous beauty of the world’s highest peak without days of exhausting trekking. Soar over rugged landscapes and stunning mountain ranges dotted with snow-capped peaks, including Mount Everest.

Unforgettable Highlights

Travellers Enjoying Breakfast at Everest Hotel View
Travellers Enjoying Breakfast at Everest Hotel View Duing Helicopter Trip

Your aerial odyssey begins in Kathmandu and flies you to the Everest region in style. You will land at the following points:

  • Kala Patthar (5,545m): Brief photography opportunity at a famous vantage point to enjoy spectacular views of Mount Everest and neighbouring peaks like you’ve never seen them before.
  • Everest Base Camp (5,364m): Visit the legendary base camp of Everest and witness the stunning Khumbu Glacier.
  •  Everest View Hotel (3,880m): Take a breakfast with the Himalayan giants surrounding you.

Unparalleled Convenience and Safety

This helicopter tour is a year-round tour, with the best visibility in spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) for people on tight schedules or not physically capable of strenuous activities. Your safety is our priority; we have professional pilots flying new helicopters along with strict safety guidelines. Avail this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to behold the magnificence of the Himalayas at the nearest possible distance. Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is an unbeatable and mesmerizing package of luxury, privacy, mountainous panoramic view and experiencing mother earth closely that will amaze you for sure.

What to Expect on the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour and Landing Trip?

Soaring Over the Roof of the World

Prepare to be left speechless on this Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour as you soar over some of the world’s tallest peaks, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam. Fly above the Khumbu region and witness how the greenery of fertile valleys turns into barren high-altitude realms completely covered in gleaming snow.

A Bird's Eye Perspective of Iconic Landmarks

Not least among the many drawcards of your helicopter flight is the chance to see some famous landmarks from a vantage point you simply can’t reach on foot. Soak in spectacular views of the infamous Everest Base Camp, and come to understand why this ‘playground for mountaineers’ continues to capture the imagination of nature lovers from around the globe. Gain a true sense of the daunting scale of both the Khumbu Icefall and Kala Patthar, realising firsthand just how minuscule you really are in comparison to these giants without even breaking a sweat along the way.

Luxury Amidst the Mountains

To land at the Everest Base Camp is not allowed for helicopters due to safety concerns. Still, they do land you at Hotel Everest View, which is one of the highest-placed hotels in the world and gives an expansive panoramic view of the Himalayas. Spend some time here for refreshment and photography opportunities. Also, get acquainted with Sherpa locals- a beautiful culture addition to adventure.

An Educational and Comfortable Experience

You will be briefed about the geography and cultural facts by your informative guide or pilot throughout the trip. The helicopters are sleek and contemporary, offering unobstructed views through wide glass windows and an outstanding seat next to the pilot for each passenger. Hence, the Everest Base camp Helicopter tour is suitable for people who really want to get up close to the Himalayas with no time for long hiking schedules.

Spring Departure Dates For Mount Everest Helicopter Landing Trip 2025

Spring Batch 1: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure in March 

March signifies the beginning of the spring season in Nepal and is a great time to take an Everest Base Camp Helicopter Ride. The air is crisp and cool, and the sky remains clear, providing uninterrupted vistas of the mighty Himalayas. With temperatures slowly on the rise, it becomes pleasant for explorers. Snow-capped mountains like Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam look most enchanting when they shimmer under the sunlight. Rhododendron blooms start to cover the slopes of hills in March, splashing hues at every corner of these barren terrains, making Heli tours during this month look truly mesmerizing from above- without any of that monsoon drama imparted by summer months.

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Spring  Batch 2: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure in April

April is a great time for an Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour as the spring season is at its best. The weather is still nice, with warm days and superb visibility, making it perfect for sightseeing. Rhododendrons in blossom make strikingly colourful lower hillsides set against white snow-capped mountains. This being one of the popular trekking months, the aerial advantage keeps you away from the crowded trails while still enjoying marvellous views of the magnificent landscapes of Khumbu Valley and Everest, along with other majestic snow peaks on the comfort of your chopper.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure in April 2025

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Spring Batch 3: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure in May

May is the last month to do Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour in the spring season before the summer monsoon. The weather is warm and pleasant. Clear sky early in the morning offers great visibility. Snow-capped mountain peaks shine brightly under the strong sun ray that gives stunning views of Himalayan panorama. As most of May starts to experience a low trekking season, you will not see too many helicopters flying around giving you total peace during your helicopter tour around Everest.

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Autumn Departure Dates For Mount Everest Helicopter Landing Trip 2025

Spring Batch 1: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure in September

September marks the beginning of autumn, which is one of the preferred months for doing the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. Rains are over, but monsoon fresh greenery in the lower region makes a nice contrast with snow capped mountains in higher elevations. It’s neither hot nor cold, and the wind factor is very low (almost nil), so the chance of flight cancellation or flight disturbances becomes less possible, making your trip incredibly memorable by capturing all these beautiful moments from heartwarming proximity by flying by helicopter on Everest.
 

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September 1, 2025

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1250

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September 2, 2025

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1250

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September 3, 2025

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Spring Batch 2: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure in October

October is the best month of the year to book an Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour. The sky is exceptionally clear, and the weather is also more or less stable, making it a peerless flying day. October also comes with the festivities of autumn when nature wears its most fascinating gown dusted in yellow and green hues on cascading valleys. The 360-degree unobstructed view from a hovering helicopter seems like a dream come true experience in October as one can envision peaks, incomparable Mount Everest, snow-capped terrain and unclimbed cliffs with no sweat involved at all. During this peak trekking season, the EBC Heli tour relishes exclusive tranquillity in the Himalayas.

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October 1, 2025

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1250

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October 2, 2025

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Spring Batch 3: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure in November

November, though at the end of autumn, is the best time for the booking of the Everest Base camp trek by Helicopter. It manages to be cool rather than cold and dry rather than wet. Skies are generally clear, which offers great visibility over mountains. With fewer travellers hustle-bustling around you as in October, trekking on foot or by Helicopter becomes more alone and peaceful. 

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Fixed Departure in November 2025

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November 1, 2025

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1250

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How to Plan Your Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour?

Choose the Right Season

The ideal time to go on your Everest Base Camp helicopter tour is spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). During these months, the weather is most likely to be clear, with the best visibility of Mount Everest and other mountain peaks.

Book with a reputable operator

Opt for a tour operator that has been around in the business for some time. Check out companies that give top priority to safety, have experienced pilots and operate well-maintained high-altitude helicopters. You can also read reviews of different operators and shop around to get the best price.

Know the Itinerary

An Everest Base Camp helicopter tour usually lasts about 6 hours from Kathmandu. But make sure to inquire about the stops you will be making, mostly Lukla, Khumbu Valley and landing somewhere near Kala Patthar to get a panoramic view of Mt. Everest. You will also get a chance to break your journey for breakfast at the Everest View Hotel.

Everest Base Camp Helicopter landing Tour Itinerary

5:30 to 6:30 am: Early Start and Excitement Builds 

6:30 to 7:30 am: Reach Airport and Board The Helicopter

7:30 am – 11:00 am: Soaring Above the Himalayas: A Breathtaking Ascent

  • 7:30 am: Landing at Lukla For Refuelling

  • 7: 50 AM: Fly Towards the Everest

  • 9:00 AM: Landing At Kala Patthar

  • 9:00 AM: A Moment of Triumph: Standing at Kala Patthar 

  • 9 am -11:00 am: Luxurious Respite at the Everest View Hotel 

11:00 am- 12:00 am: Descending from the Heights: A Return to Kathmandu

Prepare for High Altitudes

Though the helicopter tour isn’t as physically demanding as trekking, you will experience high altitudes, so be sure to educate yourself on possible altitude sickness symptoms and, if necessary, consult your doctor before making the trip, especially if you suffer from any preexisting health conditions. Hydrate and avoid alcohol to reduce discomfort.

Pack Appropriately

You may not be hiking, but make sure to pack warm clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen. The weather can change drastically, and it is much colder in the mountains. Also, do not forget your camera. 

Packing for the Day Tour From Kathmandu: Essential Gear for Your Everest Helicopter Tour

Layering Up for Extreme Altitudes

The most important preparation to make before your Everest helicopter tour is what you wear. The Himalayas weather can change rapidly, and layering is the key to enjoying your experience in comfort – starting with a moisture-wicking base layer to keep your skin dry, an insulating middle layer and an outer shell that’s both windproof and waterproof. This will allow you to adapt to any weather condition as you head into higher altitudes.

Footwear and Accessories

You won't be doing any ‘trekking’, but you will need a good pair of sturdy waterproof boots with excellent ankle protection for landing and walking on an island. Comfort means stability. Bring a few pairs of 3-4mm wetsuit socks to keep your feet toasty warm in the chill mountain air. It’s windy, so wear a hat and gloves plus a neck gaiter too.

Essential Gear and Personal Items

For the flight, a small daypack is ideal for carrying water, snacks and your personal belongings. Don’t forget a refillable water bottle to keep hydrated in the dry mountain air, as well as high-SPF sunscreen to protect your skin from the strong UV rays at high altitudes.

Bring your camera or smartphone to capture the amazing views of Everest and the Himalayan range. Also, bring along an extra charger or batteries for your electronic devices, as they tend to lose battery power more quickly due to cold temperatures.

Lastly, carry your medications, if any, and a basic first aid pack. Though not necessarily required because all operators are trained and are equipped to handle any such situations in spite of that for your satisfaction you can keep them handy as during helicopter flights one visits really remote areas.

Also, please be reminded that the helicopters have limited space and carrying capacity since they operate in high altitudes- so you should try to keep less with you on our flight to make it smooth, comfortable, safe and enjoy the breathtaking views.

What Are The Precautions of the Everest Helicopter Tour?

Preparing for High Altitudes

Before setting out on your Everest Base Camp helicopter tour, it's important to be aware of the dangers of high altitudes. Altitude sickness, or Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), can affect anyone who travels to high altitudes, regardless of their age or how physically fit they are. The symptoms of altitude sickness can include a headache, nausea and dizziness. To minimize your chances of being affected by these ailments:

  • Try to spend a few days at lower altitudes before your tour so that you become acclimated to the conditions.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day and avoid drinking alcohol and caffeine altogether, if possible, while at higher altitudes.

Weather Considerations and Tour Timing

The weather in the Himalayas can be highly unpredictable. For best results, plan your tour during the pre-monsoon (March-May) or post-monsoon (September-November) seasons. Also, be prepared to face variable temperatures and dress accordingly in layers. Reliable operators keep a constant watch on the weather and update regarding flights as needed since passenger safety is considered first than anything else.

Following Safety Protocols

Tour operators enforce certain safety rules in order to ensure that you remain safe and sound during your tour. Listen carefully to the safety briefing and do whatever the skilled crew member instructs all of you to do. Be well-versed with the emergency instructions, along with where the oxygen masks and first aid kits are kept. Since there is a weight limitation for each helicopter to maintain its performance and safety limit, give the exact details of your weight when booking your seat. No matter how easy, enjoyable and hassle-free it is to fly in a chopper over Everest Base Camp it’,s only easy when these suggestions are followed genuinely.

Extending Your Stay: Combining the Helicopter Tour with Trekking and Hiking

The Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour is a thrilling experience in itself, but you can make it even more fulfilling by adding trekking to the itinerary. Spend some extra days and have an all-encompassing trip to the Himalayas. You get to witness stunning natural beauty, warm Sherpa culture, and spectacular Himalayan peaks.

Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return – 11 Day 

Everest Base Camp Trekking combining Helicopter package for those who are looking for luxurious holidays in the Everest region. Get the benefits of luxury and adventure travel in Nepal with our amazing trek to Everest base camp combined with a helicopter ride back to Kathmandu from Gorak Shep or Pheriche.

Gokyo Lakes Trekking:You can also add Gokyo Lakes to your bucket list. Gokyo Lakes is the world's highest located settlements.

Three High Passes Trek: For real adventure and challenge, you must go for Everest Three High Passes Trek. It is really adventurous and thrilling as it crosses high mountain passes with panoramic views like no other trek.

Benefits of Combining Trekking and Helicopter Tours

By staying longer and including both walking and flying you will get:

  • A complete Himalayan experience - trekking combined with the luxury of aerial views.
  • Extra time for acclimatisation, minimising your chances of getting altitude sick and maximising your enjoyment.
  • Chance to visit local villages, monasteries and explore Sherpa’s unique way of life.
  • Flexibility in your itinerary to suit your own preferences & fitness level.
Rohit Subedi

Rohit Subedi

Hailing from the scenic expanse of Chitwan in Parsa, nestled adjacent to the enchanting Chitwan National Park, Mr. Rohit Subedi graces Adventure Altitude Treks as a seasoned Senior Accountant. Since his induction in 2018, immediately following the attainment of his master's degree, Rohit's journey has been marked by excellence. Elevating his role, our company entrusted him with the mantle of Tour Coordinator, specializing in crafting unparalleled journeys across Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan.