Gorak Ghep to lukla helicopter flight has 5 seats available in sharing basis every day in the month of march April may and September October November. Flight time is scheduled early morning to prevent cancellation by weather. Flight cost from Gorak Shep to Lukla starts for USD 550 to 700 in sharing basis and 1500 to 2000 in private charter.

Highlights:

Flight duration: approximately 15-20 minutes.
Saves 2-3 days of trekking.
Views of Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, Khumbu Glacier and many other small peaks .
Shared or private helicopter options.
Ideal for trekkers finishing Everest Base Camp.

Weight Limit from Gorak Shep flight (Everest Base Camp).

Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) allows only 2 person and their trekking luggage in flight from Gorak Shep or EBC. If there are more then 2 person than Helicopter needs to shuttle from one camp below at Pheriche.

Shuttle process: From Lukla, helicopter departs to pick up 2 person from Gorak Shep then takes them to Pheriche, drop passenger there, then again comes back to Gorakshep to collect remaining passenger. In Pheriche helicopter will collect all of them and fly to Lukla.

Advantage only from Kathmandu Helicopter.

Get time for kala patther hike: During the flight day you have time flexibility for going on a hike to kala patther early morning for a beautiful view of sunrise in world highest peak Mount Everest, return back have a last delicious breakfast get to the helipad then fly back from Gorakshep to Lukla.

Safety Assurance: We make sure the helicopter is secure, safe, well equipped and the pilot are licensed with high altitude clearance.

Assistance to Helipad: We are well connected with Gorak Shep hotel like hotel Everest inn, himalaya lodge and snow land for flight coordination and assistance in Gorekshep Helipad.

Easy booking requirements: Send us Passport and date via whatsapp in the bottom right corner.

Early Departure: The weather Sensitivity if Gorak shep is high. so we focus to operate flight as early as possible.

Sharing Available: Sharing seats are available with us in March April May and September October November.

Extra Experience of Everest Base camp heli tour:

The helicopter departs from the Gorakshep helipad early in the morning. After take-off, the flight descends through high altitude valleys, offering panoramic mountain views throughout the journey. The ride is smooth and comfortable, guided by experienced Himalayan pilots. With extra addition of USD 200 to USD 500 you can overfly the Everest base camp like its done in Everest base camp helicopter tour and gain unforgettable life timer experience.

Gorekshep to luka Flight Cost :

Shared flights generally range from USD 550-700 per person. Private charters for small groups range from USD 1800-2000 depending on group size.

Tips: Flights are very Limited from Gorak shep due to high altitude and sudden weather change. Advance booking is recommended.

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