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Gorakshep to Kathmandu Helicopter Flight

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Gorakshep to Kathmandu by Helicopter offers the most enchanting aerial views of Mount Everest, rugged terrain, Sherpa settlements, and unique Himalayan landscapes.

The most significant benefit of Helicopter flight from Gorakshep to Kathmandu is maximizing your time to explore Nepal rather wasting your time by going back to Lukla from the ways where you already gone through. Besides, you can use your extra days in exploring Kathmandu of Nepal.

Trip Facts
Duration
5 Hours
Trip Grade
Level 1 - Easy
Country
Nepal
Starts
Gorakshep
Ends
Kathmandu
Group Size
5
Activities
Helicopter Tour
Best Time
March-May, Sept-Nov

Gorakshep is the last Sherpa settlement of Everest base camp trek. Most of the trekkers take the Helicopter for returning Kathmandu in order to enjoy the breathtaking Himalayan views from the sky. If you have limited vacation time, the Helicopter ride will be the better option to adjust your trek within a short holiday. It reduces your 4 trekking days. Taking the Helicopter ride helps you to avoid the lengthy walking and domestic flight.

Helicopter flight from Gorakshep takes 4 to 5 hours to reach Kathmandu. You will get into the Helicopter from Gorakshep. Then, it takes off and hovers over the Himalayas including Mount Everest and lands at Lukla for the purposes of fueling. Afterwards, it takes off from there and lands at Kathmandu Domestic Airport directly.

Gorakshep to Kathmandu by Helicopter flight is the most comfortable and convenient way for leaving the Khumbu region. A licensed and experienced pilot makes you feel safety and calm down. He will showcase you the mountains with their names.

During the riding, you can trace the trail where you walked while trekking. You can explore the suspension bridges and the Sherpa Villages. Then, you can also take some snapshots from the sky.

The Helicopter flight from Gorakshep to Kathmandu is useful for saving your time, for making your journey safer and convenient, for looking the beautiful mountain vistas, and for capturing the extra-ordinary photographs.

Rising Adventure offers the Helicopter trip at a reasonable cost. If you are looking for it, you can contact us at any time.

Highlights of Gorakshep to Kathmandu Helicopter Flight

  • Get the aerial views of Mount Everest from the sky
  • Enjoy the marvelous Himalayan Scenery
  • Mount Everest Base Camp
  • A popular View Point, Kalapatthar
  • The largest Khumbu Glacier
  • Beautiful Namche Bazaar
  • Renowned Tibetan Tengboche Monastery
  • Sherpa Settlements
  • Glaciated Lakes
  • Thrilled and Chilled Helicopter ride
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Short Itinerary & Altitudes
Starts From: Gorakshep
Ends At: Kathmandu

Gorakshep to Kathmandu Helicopter Flight Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Gorakshep to Kathmandu Helicopter Tour

After getting into the Helicopter from Gorakshep, you will go to Lukla Airstrip for fueling. Then, you will have a direct flight from there to the Domestic Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal.

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Cost Details

What’s Included

  • Domestic Airport pick-up and drop-off services
  • Gorakshep to Kathmandu Helicopter Flight Fare
  • A licensed and experienced pilot

What’s Excluded

  • Your Personal expenses
  • The things not included in the ‘Cost Includes’ section

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Equipment Lists for Gorakshep to Kathmandu Helicopter Flight

Upper Body Layers
  • Waterproof Rain Jacket
  • Windproof outer jacket
  • Down Jacket
  • Comfortable T-shirts
Lower Body Layers
  • Trousers 
  • Windproof pants
  • Sports Underwear
Footwear & Accessories
  • Comfortable Boots
  • Synthetic Socks
Head & Sun Protection
  • Sun Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Sweatblock wipes
Personal & Medical Kits
  • Medicine, if you are taking
  • First Aid Kit 
Travel Documents
  • Passport
  • Nepal Visa
  • Travel Insurance
Miscellaneous
  • Light Day Bag
  • Small Waist Money Purse
  • Lip Gloss

Essential Information

Best time for the helicopter flight

The most suitable times for the helicopter flight from Gorakshep to Kathmandu are during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). Around these times, the weather is mostly stable, providing us with clear aerial views of the Himalayas. There are also fewer chances of rainfall and snowfall, so you can have a safer ride.

Who should take the Gorakshep to Kathmandu Helicopter Flight

  • Trekkers with limited time who want to skip 3-4 days of trekking in the Khumbu region and directly reach Kathmandu.
  • People who want an easy and luxurious way back to Kathmandu after their long and demanding trek to the Everest base camp or other nearby treks.
  • Travelers who are very interested in getting the magnificent aerial views of the Himalayas in the Khumbu region.
  • The helicopter ride can also be an important emergency evacuation approach for trekkers who are feeling uneasy after reaching the high elevation of Everest Base Camp (5364 m).

Offerings of the Gorakshep to Kathmandu Helicopter flight

  • Get incredible aerial views of towering peaks like Mount Everest, Mt. Nuptse, and Mt. Lhotse.
  • Embark on an epic ride that flies over the famous attractions of the Khumbu region, such as the Kalapatthar viewpoint and the Khumbu glacier. 
  • Catch amazing views of Tengboche Monastery and Sherpa villages, including the renowned Namche Bazaar.
  • Have a relaxing and rewarding ride after your demanding high-altitude EBC trek.
  • Take unforgettable sky-high photos and videos of the Khumbu region in your gallery for the memories and to post on your social media.

Why choose Rising Adventure for your Gorakshep to Kathmandu Helicopter Flight

  • We at Rising Adventure provide a fair price for the Gorakshep to Kathmandu Heli Flight.
  • We are fully committed to providing you with a safe and unforgettable experience of the Heli ride in the everest region.
  • We ensure you travel with an experienced pilot for your helicopter ride.
  • We make sure the chopper you are traveling with is in perfect condition, without any minor defects.
  • Our guide will also give a brief description of the places you will see during your helicopter ride.
  • We ensure that your helicopter takes off and lands in the specified time, except in the case of flight delays due to weather or other unexpected circumstances.
  • We will also provide medical assistance or first aid during the flight in the case of any injury.
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