Where to Trek: the 8 Best Helicopter Tours Worldwide

1.Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return from Gorakshep to Lukla

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · from $3,000Our pick

Trek with Ace the Himalaya from Kathmandu through Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Everest Base Camp. You’ll climb Kala Patthar at 5,555 meters, then take a shared 20-minute helicopter flight from Gorakshep to Lukla. Guides such as Raj, Ram, Madan, and Rajendra have earned strong praise for care and motivation.

“I just returned from my EBC trek with Ace the Himalaya. My best friend and I did the EBC trek with helicopter return December 8-15. We were beyond happy with the Ace the Himalaya to take us on this once in a lifetime experience. They Read more”

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2.Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return to Lukla – 10 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $799

Trek from Lukla through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Dingboche to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, then fly by helicopter from Gorakshep to Lukla. A licensed English-speaking guide handles permits, lodging, gear, and route support. The $799 price includes Kathmandu hotel stays, flights, and a farewell dinner.

“We did the Everest Base Camp trekking with our guide Ram. It was fantastic and experienced guide and helped to create a great experience. 5/5.”

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3.Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return -11 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $3,500

You’ll trek from Lukla through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Everest Base Camp, and Kala Patthar, reaching 5,545 meters before a shared helicopter flight to Kathmandu. The package includes meals, tea-house lodging, permits, guide, porter, and airport transfers. Guides may include Prakash Adhikari or Dikpal, depending on availability.

“This hiking trip was one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve ever had. Words can’t fully capture the feelings and personal growth I experienced, but I’d like to focus on the outfitter who made it all possible. If I could give them 10 stars, I Read more”

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4.Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return – 10 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $3,400

You’ll trek with an English-speaking guide and porter team from Lukla through Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp. The trip includes tea-house lodging, meals, permits, gear, and a shared helicopter from the Everest region back to Kathmandu. Guides may include Dipak, Ramesh, or Ram, depending on the departure.

“Breakfree Adventures was an excellent choice for our big adventure trip to Everest base camp. I did a lot of research before booking a trip and saw that they had the best reviews online. Our guide Ram and assistant Rabi were amazing. ThRead more”

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5.Helicopter Return Everest Base Camp Trek, KTM-LUKLA & Gorakshep-KTM by Heli

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $9,999

You fly from Kathmandu to Lukla, trek through Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorakshep, and Everest Base Camp, then return by helicopter from Gorakshep. Guides such as Dipak lead the walking route, while Buddhi manages local arrangements. Expect teahouse stays, long uphill days, thin air, and spectacular mountain views.

“From start to finish this Trek was a great experience. Buddhi and his team were excellent, communication was great and we were always taken care of. Dipak was an excellent guide and made the hiking portion of the trip very enjoyable. I would definitely recommend their services to complete this once in a lifetime trip.”

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6.Everest Base Camp trek with Helicopter return 9 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $3,888

You’ll trek from Lukla through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, then fly by helicopter to Lukla. The private trip includes airport pickup, an experienced guide, one porter for two people, meals, permits, medical checks, and mountain flights.

“This trek was completely amazing, from getting to lukla all the way to going back down and returning back to lukla after reaching Everest base camp. Raj made the whole process so much easier and efficient. He is very helpful with any of yoRead more”

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7.Everest Base Camp Trek | Deluxe Lodges | Both Way Helicopter Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $3,332

You’ll trek from Lukla through Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp, then fly back by shared helicopter. Life Himalaya Trekking provides guides, porters, permits, meals, lodge stays, gear, and Kathmandu transfers. Past guide names include Tika, Pramod, and Rabin.

“We were taking cared of from beginning to the end, awesome guide and awesome trek!!!!! The agency willl adjust everything on the way with your own rythme”

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8.Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Flight Back

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $446Best value

You trek from Lukla through Namche Bazaar, Tyangboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp. An early Kala Patthar climb follows, then a helicopter returns you toward Kathmandu. Guide Surendra and porter Doma Ghale have been praised for careful support, while manager Sobit handles trip planning.

“My husband and I went trekking to Everest Base Camp. We couldn’t conquer our dreams without our amazing guide Surendra and porter Uncle Doma Ghale. These two kept us safe all the time, being so determined and dedicated to finisRead more”

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