Everest Heli Photography Tour - 3 Days

Quick Overview
Duration3 Days
Trip GradeEasy
CountryNepal
Maximum Altitude5555 m
Group Size2-4
StartsKathmandu
EndsKathmandu
Activitiestour
Best TimeSpring and Autom

The Everest Heli Photography Tour (2 Nights / 3 Days) is a short but luxurious trip in the Himalayas for people who want to travel, adventure, and take pictures. It's a great way to see Mount Everest (8,848.86m) from its most beautiful angles. This private tour brings you to Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Everest Base Camp, and Kala Patthar, where you may snap amazing pictures of the beautiful Himalayas from the air and on the ground.

Main Highlight

  • Flight sightseeing between Kathmandu, Lukla, Namche Bazaar, and EBC.
  • Golden daybreak and a wide view of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Nuptse.
  • Magical sunrise shots at Kala Patthar, Everest View Hotel, and Everest Base Camp.
  • Professional photo shoots at Kala Patthar, Namche, Everest View Hotel, and Everest Base Camp.
  • A bird's-eye view of the Khumbu Glacier and Khumbu Icefall.
  • Visit ancient Buddhist monasteries for sacred rituals, prayer wheels, and monks in meditation.
  • Trailside photography with yaks, mountain dogs, and stunning valley views.

3-Day Everest Photography tour

The Everest Heli Photography Tour is a short but intense trip for anyone who desires to take pictures of the world's tallest peaks in just three days. This tour is different from regular trekking routes that require weeks of walking. Instead, it combines the excitement of helicopter rides with strategically chosen stops, offering photographers and travelers the chance to see the Everest region from new perspectives. From the start, the flight from Kathmandu gives you stunning vistas of the snow-capped Himalayas, flowing rivers, and rolling green hills. This sets the stage for an incredible photography journey.

Your first stop is Lukla and Namche Bazaar, which are the hub of Sherpa culture and the method to get to Everest. You can take colorful pictures of Sherpa life, monasteries, and busy streets with tall peaks in the background here. The highlight of the day is a photo session at the iconic Everest View Hotel, perched at a height of 3,880 meters and boasting one of the most breathtaking views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and the surrounding mountains. The hotel's beautiful balcony is the best place to take pictures of the Himalayas drenched in golden light while enjoying a luxurious atmosphere. You can enjoy the Sherpa environment while getting ready for the high-altitude photographic sessions that will follow later by spending the night in Namche.

The vacation's second day is its most enjoyable. The helicopter flies above the famous Khumbu Glacier and Everest Base Camp before landing at Kala Patthar (5,545m). This famous viewpoint is one of the best places to take pictures of mountains since it gives you the closest views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and other Himalayan giants. The strong differences between light and dark at dawn and dusk make every picture look more interesting and alive. The helicopter's aerial images give you a bird's-eye view of the icefalls, hills, and valleys below. This trip combines adventure, luxury, and creativity to make sure that every moment is not only lived but also wonderfully recorded for life.

REMINDER

For a smooth and stress-free start, we highly recommend arriving in Kathmandu by 4 PM the day before we leave. This gives you enough time for a final gear check, a trip briefing with your guide, and to make sure you have everything you need before heading to the trek.

ONILNE TRIP BRIEFING

is like our first coffee before the vacation, but it's online! We can show you everything that happened on the trip during this online meeting. We'll talk about everything, from what gear to pack to how each day on the route will be and how it will feel. We'll also address any questions you have. After you make your reservation, we'll email you with a few times when we can talk. As soon as you send us the documentation we require, we'll set up our meeting before the trip. During the trip, the hotel in Kathmandu doesn't include your overnight. Please tell us why you chose a certain hotel, what you want, and how much you can afford so we can book it for you.

LUKLA FIGHT INFORMATION

It's a good idea to add two days to your travel arrangements to make sure your return trip goes smoothly. The weather in the mountains that makes the Lukla flight so beautiful can sometimes be unpredictable. This extra time gives you a comfortable buffer against any delays, which protects your international flight connection.

Most flights to Lukla go from Kathmandu, but during popular seasons flights go through. Manthali (Ramechhap) Airport. The popular trekking times of spring (March-May) and fall (October-November). Nepal's Civil Aviation Authority follows this regular approach to cut down on heavy aviation traffic at Kathmandu's only international runway. This helps make flight schedules for the Everest region safer and more reliable.

From Kathmandu to Manthali, your adventure will begin with a four- to six-hour drive. Pickup takes place around midnight (12 a.m.–1 a.m.) to connect you with the short 20-minute flight to Lukla. For your return, you’ll retrace the same steps, flying to Manthali and driving back to Kathmandu. Rest assured, all ground transportation is provided.

Note to Hikers

Experience the Himalayas on your terms. We create personal, intimate treks for groups of two or more. Whether you select our Budget, Standard, or Luxury package, your adventure will be exclusively for you and your companions, ensuring a comfortable and personal journey from start to finish.

Short Itinerary
Day 01: From Kathmandu, fly to Lukla and Namche Bazaar for a photo shoot at the Everest View Hotel.
Max Altitude: 3,440 m/ 11,286ft.
Day 02: We will take a helicopter to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar for a high-altitude photography trip.
Max Altitude: 5,555 m/ 18,225ft.
Day 03: Travel Back to Kathmandu - Free Time Before Departure
Max Altitude: 1,350m
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 01:

The first part of your trip is a scenic helicopter ride from Kathmandu to Lukla, which is the starting point for your trip to the Everest area. As the helicopter flies over terraced hillsides, deep valleys, and snow-capped peaks, you'll have many chances to take beautiful pictures of Nepal's varied landscapes. The plane makes a short stop in Lukla and then travels to Namche Bazaar, a busy Sherpa town surrounded by high peaks. As soon as you get there, you'll have the chance to see the famous Everest View Hotel, which is 3,880 meters above sea level. From its rooftop with a view of the whole mountain range, you can take pictures of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and other Himalayan giants that you'll never forget. At the end of the day, you'll have some free time in Namche Bazaar to take pictures of traditional Sherpa life, old temples, and stunning mountain views before retiring for the night to a comfortable luxury lodge.

Max Altitude: 3,440 m/ 11,286ft.Meals: Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Standard HotelDuration: 35-40 min
Day 02:

The best part of the tour is the second day, when you can take pictures at some of the world's most famous mountain sites. Early in the morning, you will get on a helicopter and take an exciting ride over the Khumbu Glacier and Icefall. From above, you will see the dramatic landscape of moving ice and rough terrain. The helicopter then lands at Everest Base Camp (5,364m), which is where climbers start their trip to the top of the mountain. You can take pictures of the glacier's raw beauty and the huge size of the peaks nearby. Not long after that, the journey continues to Kala Patthar (5,545m), a top spot in the Himalayas for panoramic views. When the sun comes up in the morning, the views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam are truly stunning. Scenes of stunning landscapes and wide views of the world's tallest mountains look great against this background. Once the session is over, you'll go back to Namche to relax and spend another night there, looking over the pictures you took that day in the peaceful Sherpa atmosphere.

Max Altitude: 5,555 m/ 18,225ft.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and DinnerAccommodation: Standard HotelDuration: 1 hours
Day 03:

The last morning of your incredible two-day Everest region adventure starts with a helicopter ride back to Kathmandu. Your last opportunity to take breathtaking aerial images of the Himalayas will come as you depart Namche, when you will once again be treated to expansive views of the mountains. When you get to Kathmandu, you have the option to either unwind at your hotel or spend the rest of your time sightseeing and taking pictures of the vibrant marketplaces, historical sites, and native way of life. With a memory card brimming with breathtaking photographs and a heart full of Himalayan adventure, your brief but unforgettable Everest Heli Photography Tour comes to a close later in the day.

Max Altitude: 1,350mMeals: BreakfastDuration: 35-40 min
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Transportation

  • Pick-up and Drop-off from Tribhuvan International Airport to the Hotel of your choice.
  • A helicopter flies from Kathmandu to Namche Bazaar (Everest base camp/kala patthar and returns to Kathmandu.)

Note:

Budget package: Airport Flight from Kathmandu / manthali to Lukla. By helicopter: Share base with local people or trekker.

Standard Package: Airport Flight Kathmandu/ Manthali to Lukla. By Helicopter: Share base with guide and trekkers.

Luxury Package: Helicopter transportation to Lukla and Kathmandu. By Helicopter: private transportation.

Accommodation and food

  • During the trek, three standard meals will be provided: breakfast, lunch, and dinner, providing seasonal fresh fruits.

Note:

Budget Package: local tea house and lodge with a shared room. Food or drinks are not included.

Standard Package: Standard Teahouse and lodge. Twin Accommodation in a Standard Room, if possible, always with an attached bathroom. Three standard meals (breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) will be provided with seasonal fruits for breakfast.

Luxury Package: Luxury teahouse and lodge. Private deluxe rooms with attached bathrooms are available. Three standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) will be provided with seasonal fruits, dry fruits & nuts in all meals.Tea, coffee, Cold Drinks, juices, and mineral water are provided whenever you need, everything except Alcoholic drinks. All the Expenses of Hot Shower, Charging, bed heater, internet, whenever available provided.

Guide and photographer 

  • For every trip, one guide and one photographer will be provided.

Note:

Budget package: A normal photography will be provided.

Standard package: A standard photography package will be provided.

Luxury package: A professional photographer will be provided.

Permits and Expenses

  • Sagarmatha National Park Permits.
  • Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality fees.
  • All government taxes and official expenses.

Medical Assistance

  • First aid kits are provided, including an oximeter to check blood oxygen levels at high altitudes.
  • Arranging rescue operations in case of an emergency health condition. (funded by travel insurance)

Complementary

  • Company's T-shirt and Cap before the trek.
  • At the end of your trip, we provide a farewell meal at a restaurant in the area.
  • Appreciation Certification after the successful trek.

Benefits

  • Sleeping bags, down jackets, and duffle bags (one for every two trekkers); if you do not have your own, please inform us either at your online briefing or after the arrival briefing in Kathmandu before your trek so we can provide you with one for your use during the trek.
  • Free Excess luggage storage at The Everest Holiday store for the duration of the trek.
  • We will arrange a SIM Card for every individual trekker upon arrival in Kathmandu.

Note:

Budget package: SIM card will be included. Teaching about taking a package

Standard Package: A SIM card with limited data will be included.

Luxury package: A SIM card with unlimited data will be provided.

Cost Excludes

International Flight

  • International flight cost.

Nepali Visa

  • At Tribhuvan International Airport, you can pay the following fees upon arrival: $30 for a 15-day visa, $50 for a 30-day visa, and $120 for a 90-day visa. Alternatively, you can apply for and receive a Nepal visa from the Nepalese embassy or consulate in your country.

    Note: Anyone having a visa before arrival has an express exit through the immigration line. To obtain a visa upon arrival at TIA Kathmandu, you must have the necessary funds in US dollars.

Accommodation

  • Before and after the trek, accommodation in Kathmandu will not be included. But we can suggest to you, if you want any information, we will provide it.

Guide and Photography 

  • Tip for guides and porters. (Recommended)

Other expenses

  • Excess luggage charges for an extra porter to carry extra luggage and also any extra cost charged by the airline for extra luggage. (A porter carries 20 kg in standard package with 10 kg per person, as he carries for two people but in luxury package you are provide with porter each for 20 kg weight limit and for budget package no porter is provided, only a guide who cannot carry loads for you.)
  • All cold and warm drinks like bottle water, hot water, soft drinks, juice, beer, alcohol, tea, coffee, etc.
  • Additional costs due to delays caused by circumstances out of our control, like landslides, unfavorable weather, itinerary modification due to safety concerns, illness, changes in government policies, strikes, etc. 
Essential Information

Everest Photography Tour information

Your Himalayan adventure begins with a warm welcome at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu. A representative from our company will meet you at the airport with a traditional marigold garland, known as a Khada, and then drive you directly to your hotel destination.

One day before your trek, you must arrive in Kathmandu no later than 4 PM so that you have enough time to prepare. Because to the heavy air traffic during the months of March, April, May, September, October, and November, flights to Lukla may be redirected to Manthali Airport from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). In such case, your walk will start at approximately 12:30 in the morning, when a guide will pick up you from your accommodation for the five-hour trip to Manthali Airport. After that, the flight to Lukla will only take about 20 minutes.

In off-peak months (December, January, February, June, July, and August), flights to Lukla fly directly from Kathmandu will only take about for a 40-minute flight to Lukla.

Accommodation

The 2 Night 3 days plan have well managed accommudation facility. According to the choice of package, we will provide you a basic to Luxurious accomodation. If you book the package month before the tour, we will arange the luxurious accomodation in Everest View hotel or similar.

Note:

Budget Package: You'll stay in local teahouses or lodges and share a room with other trekkers.

Standard Package: You’ll stay in standard teahouses or lodges, usually in a room with two people (twin sharing). Whenever possible, the rooms will have attached bathrooms.

Luxury Package: You’ll stay in private deluxe rooms with attached bathrooms in high-quality teahouses and lodges.

Meals

This travel plan include three standard meals a day ( Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner). Menu has a wide range of foods, from Traditional Nepali to Asian to Western.We strongly suggest that you eat things that are good for you and keep you hydrated, like fresh vegetables, green tea, hot lemon, ginger tea, and garlic soup. Dal Bhat Tarkari is a cuisine from the area that has lentil soup, rice, and vegetable curry. according to the season we will also provide you a fruits every day.

Note:

Budget package: This option does not include any meals or drinks, so you will need to pay for food separately.

Standard package: You will receive three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)and a cup of tea or coffee with your meal, with seasonal fruits at breakfast.

Luxury package: you will receive three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner) with seasonal fruits, dry fruits, and nuts at every meal. You can enjoy tea, coffee, juices, cold drinks, and mineral water anytime, except alcoholic drinks. All the extra costs, such as hot showers, phone charging, bed heater, and internet, are fully covered.

Photographer

For the 3-day tour, we will provide you with a photographer who took an amazing photo of you in the Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, Namche Bazar, and the Everest View Hotel.

Note:

Budget package: you’ll receive basic photography to capture key moments throughout your journey.

Standard package: A standard photography service, providing you with better quality and a wider range of captured memories.

Luxury package: A professional photographer will accompany you, ensuring high-end, expertly edited photos that truly capture the essence and beauty of your entire trip.

Perfect Season for Everest Heli Photography tour

The ideal times for the Everest Heli Photography tour are in the spring (March to May) or fall (September to November). The hike is more enjoyable and scenic during these times of year due to the stable weather and excellent mountain vistas. While springtime highs hover around 20 degrees Celsius, temperatures can drop to 5 degrees Celsius or below at night in higher elevations. Daytime highs in the fall often exceed 25 °C, while nighttime lows drop below -10 °C. Summer (June–August) and winter (December–February) are also good times to go trekking. Daytime highs in the summer might reach 27 degrees Celsius, especially at higher elevations. Afternoons, nevertheless, are mild, hovering about 5°C. Wintertime highs can reach 15 degrees Celsius, while lows can dip to -20 degrees Celsius.

Facilities and Essentials 

Water

You can purchase bottled water from shops along the trekking route or get safe boiled or filtered water at the lodges. We highly recommend bringing a reusable water bottle and refilling it with boiled water to reduce plastic waste. Avoid drinking untreated tap, river, or well water, as it may cause illness. For extra safety, carry water purification tablets or buy them at local shops along the trail. Staying hydrated is very important at high altitude. 

Note:
Budget Package: you need to bring your own refillable water bottle, and you're responsible for getting your own water along the trail. You can buy bottled water or pay for warm/boiled water at the lodges, but these are not included in the package.
Standard Package: you will be provided with 2 liters of warm water daily. This helps you stay hydrated safely without needing to buy bottled water frequently. if you want more water or cold drinks, you’ll need to buy them yourself.
Luxuxy package: You will have unlimited access to mineral water, coffee, tea, juices, and cold drinks anytime you want, except for alcoholic beverages. There is no need to carry or worry about purifying water yourself.

Communication

We will provide you with a SIM card in Kathmandu and teach you how to get data and recharge cash on it, but mobile signals may be weak at higher altitudes. For your safety, our lead guide keeps daily contact with all trekking teams via mobile. We are fully prepared to handle emergencies, and our guides are trained to assist whenever needed. Additionally, we use walkie-talkies and satellite phones in areas with no network to ensure constant communication.

Note: 
Budget package: A SIM card will be provided and teach you how to take a data package and recharge, but the data is not included.  
Standard Package: A SIM card with a limited data package already set up everything for you.  
Luxury package: A SIM card with unlimited data package already set up for you. So that you can connected with family, share your journey online, or check maps and updates without worrying about running out of data.

Travel Essentials

Visa 

Foreigners require a visa to enter Nepal, but Indians don't. Most people can get a visa when they arrive at Kathmandu International Airport. The current fee is USD 50 for 30 days, payable in cash. Citizens of China and SAARC countries receive a free visa. If you are a citizen of any country, then you must contact your embassy. 

Travel insurance 

This trek is easy in terms of hiking, but it takes place at high altitudes, so there is a small risk of altitude sickness and other hazards. Therefore, travel insurance is required. Your policy must cover medical expenses and emergency helicopter rescue up to an altitude of 6000 meters. We ask our clients to provide detailed insurance information within a week of booking. In case of an emergency, we will use your insurance details to arrange a quick evacuation and transfer to medical facilities. 

Currency Exchange

The Nepali Rupee (NPR) is the country's official currency; one US dollar is equivalent to around 130 NPR.  In Kathmandu, you may find banks and approved money exchange centers where you can exchange major foreign currencies. ATMs are widely available to withdraw NPR, but extra service fees may apply. Make sure your notes are new and undamaged, as old or torn bills may be refused. Only the 100 INR note from India is legally accepted in Nepal. It’s best to exchange money in Kathmandu before heading to trekking regions, as exchange options in remote areas are limited.

Extra Expense

While our package covers most of your expenses during the trek, you will need to budget for some personal items like meals and accommodation in Kathmandu, visa fees, snacks, hot showers, personal equipment, tips for the crew, etc. We recommend you budget approximately $20 USD per day for these personal expenses during the trek.

Trek Season and Weather Conditions 

The popular time to do the Ama Dablam trek is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November).  These seasons have stable weather and the best mountain views, making for a more comfortable and scenic slog walk. In spring (March to May), the weather is mild, rhododendrons bloom, and the trails are colorful and lively. In autumn, days are typically warm, reaching up to 25°C, with colder nights that can fall to around -10°C.

During winter (December–February): The weather is cold, especially at higher altitudes, and some trails may be icy or snowy. Fewer trekkers visit, making it quiet and peaceful. In Nepal, from June to August is also the rainy season;  the path is a little slippery and wet

Trek booking

Personal trek 

We can only provide a personal trek, so you will onlybe trekking with your own group. We will never add strangers to your treks. Allthe treks are customizable per your schedule.

Individual or Group bookings 

Our treks are organised with a minimum of 2 people so,If anyone is alone and does not have a friend and family joining them, we canorganise an group trek open for all. If you prefer to join a group, we can alsohelp you connect with other trekkers. Once you confirm, your group trek will beposted on our website, so others can join too. 

Trust trek booking 

The Everest Holiday is a registered and bonded trekking operator, ensuring a secure booking process. We are proudly members of the Trekking Agency Association of Nepal (TAAN) and the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). Our chairman, Mr. Ganesh Simkhada, was a former Director of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and former General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). To confirm your booking, we require a 10% advance payment. Payment options include major credit cards, bank transfers, Wise, and Western Union. After you arrive in Kathmandu, you can pay the remaining balance.  Please send us your important travel documents, such as a passport copy, within one week of booking. The specifics of how to pay will be sent to you via email after your reservation has been confirmed. Please make sure your passport has a minimum of 6 months of validity remaining at your arrival date in Nepal.

Last-minute booking 

We recommend booking your trek in advance. However, we also offer a last-minute booking option, which requires full payment 24 hours before departure. For the last-minute booking, please contact Shreejan at +977-9810351300 or email us at info@theeverestholiday.com. Please note that last-minute treks may face delays due to circumstances beyond our control. 

TEH family

Our family has been in the tourism business in Nepal for three generations. We think of all of our employees and teams as family because we started as porters and now manage an agency. Our guides and Sherpas are all professionals with a lot of expertise, and they will be with you the whole time to make sure your trek is safe and fun. They know how to stay safe in the mountains, do first aid in the bush, and rock climb. They also speak English well. They know the area well because they live in the upper Himalayas. We make sure they get the insurance, food, housing, and medical treatment they need when they need it. Please treat our employees like family, and don't be afraid to ask for help or have questions at any moment.

Flexible Schedule 

We have set departure dates for our treks, but we are flexible. If our scheduled dates don't work for you, please let us know, and we will be happy to arrange a trip according to your time and schedule.

Trip Extension 

You can easily extend your stay with other adventures. We can arrange exciting activities for you, such as a jungle safari (Chitwan and Bardiya), Bungee jumping (Pokhara, Everest, Bhote koshi, Kushma), Rafting (Bhote koshi, Trishuli, Seti river) and kayaking(Trishuli, and Pokhara), paragliding(Pokhara and Kathmandu), zip flying(Kathmandu, Pokhara and Kushma) Canyoning(Pokhara and Sukhuta Beach), according to your interest. We can also set up sightseeing tours around the Kathmandu Valley if you're more interested in culture and history. These tours will take you to famous world heritage sites like Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Boudhanath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple.We suggest a trip to Nagarkot, a hill station just outside of Kathmandu, around sunrise for a serene getaway.We can also set up spiritual trips for Buddhists and Hindus that take you to temples, stupas, monasteries, and meditation centers.

Ecotourism practices 

We request that you join our eco-friendly trekking practice as part of our strong commitment to protecting the fragile beauty of the Everest region. Every guest will get their own eco-waste bag at the beginning of our trip. Please use this bag to collect all of your personal trash that can't be composted, like snack wrappers, plastic bottles, and batteries. Please don't leave anything on the trail. Instead, carry this bag with you as we go down, and our guides will show you where to find the public trash cans and recycling bins where you can properly dispose of it. We need your help to keep the Himalayas clean and beautiful for future generations.

Trip conclusion 

Farewell Dinner 

We will celebrate your successful trek with a goodbye supper in Kathmandu after it. This is a great opportunity to share stories from your adventures and provide us with feedback. We will also present you with a certificate of achievement to recognize your incredible accomplishment.

Departure 

To arrange your airport transfer, please let us know your hotel name, room number, and flight departure details. We will take you from your hotel to Tribhuvan International Airport so you may catch your trip home. We sincerely hope you had an amazing journey and hope to see you again soon for another trip in Nepal.

Tipping

Tipping is a common practice in Nepal. We recommend giving a group tip to your guide and Photographer at the end of the trek. The amount is up to you and can depend on the quality of service, trip length, your budget, and the overall cost of the trek.

Feedback

After completing your trek, The Everest Holiday will manage a farewell dinner in Kathmandu. During the dinner, you can share your feedback and receive your trek achievement certificate and information about the trek.

FAQs

1. Who is this Everest Heli Photography Tour suitable for?
Those in search of excitement, a passion for travel, or a professional photographer who wants to get the shot of Mount Everest and the Himalayas in a flash would love this trip. Those who would rather not endure long days of walking in discomfort might also consider this option.

2. Is previous hiking experience necessary to participate in this trip?
You don't need any prior trekking expertise. From Namche to Everest View Hotel, Everest Base Camp, and Kala Patthar, among other picturesque spots, the full journey is completed by helicopter with brief landings. There is very little walking required.

3. What kind of photography opportunities will I get?
You will enjoy a mix of aerial photography from the helicopter, cultural photography in Namche Bazaar, luxury shots at Everest View Hotel, and dramatic landscape photography at Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar.

4. How high will we go and land during the tour?
The helicopter lands in Kala Patthar (5,545m), Everest Base Camp (5,364m), Namche Bazaar (3,440m), and Lukla (2,860m). These are some of the highest and most beautiful places in the Himalayas to take pictures.

5. Is it safe to fly a helicopter to the base camp on Everest?
Yes. All flights are flown by skilled pilots who are used to flying at high altitudes. The helicopters are in good shape, have oxygen support, and safety is always the most important thing on the trip.

6. Will you become sick from being at a high altitude throughout the trip?
The risk of altitude sickness is low because the journey is short and doesn't include spending the night at a height higher than 3,880 meters. But you might feel some slight effects at higher landings like Kala Patthar. There is oxygen in the helicopter for safety.

7. What time of year is optimal for this picture tour?
The finest times to take pictures are in the spring (March to May) and the fall (September to November), when the skies are clear, the weather is stable, and the mountains look sharp. It can also be clear in the winter, but it's colder.

8. How many people can go on the helicopter tour?
Depending on weight and equipment, a helicopter can usually hold 4 to 5 people. For photography trips, it's better to have smaller groups so that there is adequate room for gear and shooting conditions are acceptable.