Kathmandu: 2-Day Everest & Annapurna Base Camp Heli Tour
ID: GYG1493762-2286704
Category:
Country: Nepal
Duration:
2 days
Description
Experience the Himalayas on a 2-day helicopter tour from Kathmandu. Land at both Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp, enjoy a sunrise breakfast, and sip champagne at Annapurna.
Day 1: Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp
Begin with a pre-dawn departure from Kathmandu, flying over the Khumbu region to Kala Patthar (5,545m) for breakfast with Mount Everest towering directly above you. This is the closest viewpoint to the summit reachable this way. Land at Everest Base Camp (5,364m) before returning to Kathmandu by late morning.
Day 2: Annapurna Base Camp
Fly into the Annapurna Sanctuary, landing at Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m), encircled by Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, and Hiunchuli, with 360-degree views of 13 peaks over 6,000m. Celebrate with a glass of champagne before flying back to Pokhara and on to Kathmandu.
Both flights use a private helicopter charter, capped at 5 guests, with a certified mountain pilot, and your trekking permits and TIMS card are arranged on your behalf.
Highlights
- Land at both Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp in one 2-day trip
- Enjoy a sunrise breakfast at Kala Patthar, Everest's closest viewpoint
- Take in 360° views of 13+ six-thousand-meter peaks from Annapurna Base Camp
- Fly in a private helicopter charter with a certified mountain pilot
- Experience an easy, no-trekking tour, ideal for anniversaries and limited time
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Travel insurance with helicopter evacuation cover is required
No trekking involved, suitable for those with limited time or mobility constraints
INCLUDED
- Private helicopter charter, up to 5 passengers per flight, with certified mountain pilot
- Breakfast at Kala Patthar
- Champagne celebration at Annapurna Base Camp
- Trekking permits & TIMS card, arranged by the operator
NOT INCLUDED
- Travel insurance with helicopter evacuation cover
- Overnight accommodation
- Meals beyond breakfast/champagne
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
