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"Fly from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp and back in 4 hours — no trekking required, breakfast at 3,860m"
For travelers without time (or fitness) for the 12-day EBC trek, this is the only way to see Everest up close. The 4-hour round trip departs Kathmandu at sunrise, refuels at Lukla, lands briefly at Kalapatthar (5,545m) for the Everest viewpoint, then breakfast at Hotel Everest View (3,860m). Weather-dependent — many flights are postponed or cancelled. Best months are October-November and March-May.
Where it happens
Highlights
- ✦Kalapatthar landing at 5,545m
- ✦Breakfast at Hotel Everest View
- ✦Fly past Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam
- ✦4 hours total ex-Kathmandu
- ✦Possible to do as day trip
Included
- ✓Helicopter transfer ex-Kathmandu
- ✓Breakfast at Hotel Everest View
- ✓Oxygen at altitude
- ✓National park permit
- ✓Guide on board
Not Included
- ·Travel insurance
- ·Personal gear
- ·Tips for pilot
- ·Photos
What to bring
Warm jacket (cold at altitude)SunglassesSunscreenCameraHigh-altitude meds optional
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