# Kathmandu: Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lake Helicopter Tour

**Category:** Adventure
**Location:** Kathmandu, Nepal
**Duration:** 7 hours

## About

Embark on a helicopter tour of the Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lake from Kathmandu. Fly over the Kathmandu Valley, the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas, and the serene beauty of the Gokyo Lakes. Enjoy breakfast with mountain views at Yeti Mountain Home, Kongde.

Start your adventure with a pick-up from your hotel in Kathmandu. Be transported to the domestic terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport. After a quick safety briefing and an introduction to your pilot, your helicopter tour starts. As you ascend, enjoy scenic views of the Kathmandu Valley and transition into the stunning panorama of the Himalayas.

En route to Everest Base Camp, marvel at the breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks including Cho Oyu, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. The helicopter lands at Kala Patthar (5,643m), one of the best viewpoints for Mount Everest. Spend about 10-15 minutes here to take photos and experience the awe-inspiring grandeur of the majestic Himalayas.

Next, fly to Gokyo Lake, a mesmerizing turquoise high-altitude lake. Here, you'll have a chance to land and enjoy the serene beauty of the lake surrounded by Himalayan peaks. Depart Gokyo Lake and head to Yeti Mountain Home, Kongde for a delightful breakfast with mountain views.

Throughout the journey, your experienced pilot will double as a guide, providing valuable insights and historical commentary on the areas you explore.

## What's included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu
- Breakfast at Yeti Mountain Home, Kongde
- Experienced pilot-guide
- Safety briefing
- landing at Gokyo lakes
- Experience the grandeur of the Himalayas on a helicopter tour from Kathmandu
- Enjoy a delightful breakfast with mountain views at Yeti Mountain Home, Kongde
- Marvel at the breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks including Cho Oyu
- Take photos and experience the awe-inspiring grandeur of the majestic Himalayas
- Land at Kala Patthar, one of the best viewpoints for Mount Everest

## What's not included

- Nepal entry visa
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Sagarmatha fees and permits Nrs 7000 and breakfast nrs 4500 to be paid separately.

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## Booking

- URL: https://yatraforfun.com/sightseeing/kathmandu/kathmandu-everest-base-camp-and-gokyo-lake-helicopter-tour
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- Book via the Yatra For Fun concierge (Kathmandu): support@yatraforfun.com · +977 970-8072951