“One Sky, Every Journey”
Enjoy Nepal's finest helicopter tours in Nepal by Mountain Helicopters Nepal from high mountain landings to helicopter overflight of Everest to specially designed private chartered tours that are centered on safety, luxury and astounding views of the majestic Himalayan mountains.
17+ Years
OF FLYING BEYOND EXPECTATIONS
EST. KATHMANDU, 2009 JULY 20TH
365 Days
ALWAYS READY TO FLY
PREPARED FOR EVERY MISSION, EVERY DAY.
Safety First
MORE THAN A PROMISE, IT IS OUR FOUNDATION.
BECAUSE EVERY JOURNEY MATTERS.
CAAN Certified
LICENSED TO OPERATE UNDER NEPAL'S CIVIL AVIATION REGULATIONS.
DELIVERING EVERY FLIGHT WITH SAFETY, PRECISION AND PROFESSIONALISM.
Premium Fleet
AIRBUS AS350 | B3E HELICOPTERS
ENGINEERED TO NAVIGATE NEPAL'S DIVERSE TERRAIN WITH CONFIDENCE.
Signature Helicopter tours in Nepal
Five Bucket List Journeys
Explore our most popular helicopter tour experiences across Nepal.
Everest Region
Everest
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour
Reach the roof of the world in hours, not days.
1.5 to 2 hours
Annapurna
Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour
Nepal's most popular round-trip helicopter day tour from the lakeside city of Pokhara
3 to 4 hours
Muktinath
Pokhara to Muktinath Helicopter Flight
A sacred same-day pilgrimage helicopter tour from Pokhara to the holy shrine of Muktinath
4.5 to 5.5 hours
Kalapathhar
Everest Mountain Overfly with Gokyo Lake Landing, Kalapatthar Landing and Breakfast at HEV from Kathmandu
Two legendary landings, one turquoise lake, and breakfast at the top of the world, all in a single day
90 minutes
Makalu
Kathmandu to Makalu Base Camp Helicopter Flight
The scenic helicopter flight from Kathmandu to the foot of the world's fifth-highest mountain
Our Story
17+ Years of Connecting Nepal's Greatest Journeys.
Today, our helicopters fly far beyond the familiar routes, connecting the world's highest peaks with Nepal's most remote valleys and communities. Whether delivering unforgettable Himalayan experiences, supporting mountaineering expeditions, providing high-altitude logistics, or responding to life-saving rescue missions, every journey reflects our purpose: to make the unreachable accessible while setting the standard for helicopter aviation in Nepal.
Why Choose Us
Safety Begins Before Takeoff.
Long before the rotors turn, every mission undergoes careful planning and continuous weather assessment. When conditions aren't right, we wait because safety always comes first.
Your Journey. Your Way.
Full regulatory certification, complete service logbooks, and HTAWS terrain-avoidance technology on every aircraft.
Seventeen Years of Purpose.
Our legacy isn't just measured by the years we've flown, it's defined by the extraordinary journeys we've made possible and the lasting trust we've earned along the way.
Beyond the Cockpit
Every extraordinary flight is the result of an extraordinary team. From flight operations and engineering to pilots and ground support, every journey is planned, prepared, and delivered by people who share one commitment, to make your experience seamless, safe, and unforgettable.
Built on Compliance
From aircraft certifications and operational approvals to insurance coverage and safety management, every aspect of our operation is designed to meet the highest industry standards.
A New Generation Takes Flight
Rooted in more than 17 years of trusted operations, our new generation of leaders is elevating Mountain Helicopters Nepal with bold ideas, modern thinking, and a vision for the future.
Emergency, Rescue & Relief Operations
When Every Minute Matters
Every mission is planned around the two things that matter most: speed and safety. Our crews have carried climbers down from high camps, airlifted the injured from remote roads, evacuated patients from small district hospitals, and delivered food and medicine to communities affected by floods, landslides, and earthquakes. There is no room for error when people are counting on us. Our pilots plan every rescue carefully and train year-round for the situations you can’t plan for. When it goes well, the reward is simple: someone gets their life back.
4,105+
Lives assisted through rescue support
Rescue Operation
All Over Nepal
12 min
Avg. response coordination time
Sunrise to Sunset
Emergency operations readiness
Traveller Stories
What it feels like to fly above the world.
"I'm 58 and my knees are shot, so trekking to Base Camp was never happening. Booked the shared seat and honestly it's the best money I've ever spent on travel, full stop. Pickup was smooth, the pilot's live commentary on the way up was a nice touch, and the refuel stop at Lukla, that runway has to be seen to be believed. The one thing I'd warn people about: the landing itself is quick. You touch down at Everest Base Camp, step out for a few minutes on the ground, take your photos, and then you're back up. It's fast, but standing there with Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse around you, then eating lunch back in Kathmandu the same day, is a story I'll tell forever. Just bring warm layers and take the altitude advice seriously, I got a mild headache."
Jospeh Wood
Traveller, London, UK
"For the price, this is the one I'd tell a friend to book first. $900 versus $1,400 for Everest and you still get a real landing at 4,130m inside the Annapurna Sanctuary, with Machapuchare (Fishtail) right there in front of you the whole way. Flight's short, about 30 minutes each way, so if you're someone who gets nervous in helicopters, it's over before your stomach knows what happened. We had hotel pickup in Pokhara, 40 minutes at the base camp, and were back before lunch. My only honest gripe: 30-45 minutes at the camp goes fast when you're just standing and staring. I wish I'd booked the private charter so we could've lingered. But for a shared seat at under a grand, no complaints at all."
Stephen Jordan
Traveller, California, USA
"Took my parents for darshan and this was the right call. My father is 71 and there's no way he was doing the Jomsom trek or that long jeep road. The flight up the Kali Gandaki gorge, with Annapurna on one side and Dhaulagiri on the other, is genuinely one of the most beautiful things I've seen in Nepal, and I'm local. Landing at Ranipauwa, walking to the temple, doing the bath under the 108 spouts and seeing the Jwala Mai flame... my mother cried. That's what I paid for. The hour at the temple is enough if you stay focused, and there's an optional horse ride to the temple for anyone who can't walk it. Note: the ACAP permit and TIMS card are NOT included, so budget roughly 4,000 rupees extra per foreigner. Staff reminded us in advance so no surprise, but people should know."
David Thapa
Traveller, Chitwan, Nepal
"Okay, this one is not for the casual tourist and the price tag reflects that. We split a charter between five of us, which made it manageable. Makalu Base Camp is a different beast entirely. 4,870m, the air is brutally thin, and there are places in the world that feel genuinely empty of people. This is one. Fewer than 600 trekkers a year apparently, versus the crowds at Everest, and you feel that solitude the moment you're down on the Barun. The flight is about 90 minutes with a fuel stop, and honestly it feels like a real expedition, not a coffee-run sightseeing hop. Warning: the ground time is short and they're strict about it. For good reason, the rapid ascent to nearly 4,900m is no joke and a couple of us felt lightheaded. If you've done Everest and Annapurna and want something almost nobody has done, this is it. If you're a first-timer, do Everest first."
Henry Williams
Traveller, Wellington, New Zealand
"I'll be honest, I went in thinking "how much helicopter is too much helicopter", and the answer is this flight, which is basically the deluxe version of the Everest day trip. Gokyo lake landing, Kalapatthar at 5,545m, then breakfast at Hotel Everest View with the whole Himalayan range in front of you while you eat. It's 4.5-5.5 hours and the pacing is good, but it is a LOT of high altitude in one day, so take the oxygen advice and the "don't run" advice seriously. I'm fairly fit and still felt the thin air at Kalapatthar. Breakfast view alone justified the upgrade for me. It's pricier than the standard EBC flight and I get why the plain version is more popular, but if you want the maximum Everest in one trip and money isn't the deciding factor, this is the one. Just be ready for an early start and a long morning."
Micheal Henry
Traveller, Toronto, Canada
Frames from the flight
Questions
Everything You Need To Know
Still have questions? Our team is available 7 days a week.
Ask Us Directly→We operate a direct flight operation. Therefore, when you book with us, you will have direct access to the aircraft, pilot, and maintenance as well as the safety record without the help of any other company.
If your flight is canceled due to weather issues, you can opt for either a free rebooking or get your refund back. We don’t compromise with the security and prefer to reschedule your flight than take a risk. Most of the weather cancellations last only up to 24 hours; hence, we’ll simply rebook your flight to the next available time slot at no extra cost.
The bookings can be done through our website, directly through our direct email address, or via WhatsApp. We require 30% down payments for the confirmation of your booking, and the remaining balance can be paid either in Kathmandu or Pokhara in cash or via international card upon arrival. We accept USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, and NPR. Wiring instructions will be provided upon confirmation.
All children of any age are welcome to fly with parental discretion. For high-altitude landings (Kala Patthar -5545 m, Annapurna Base Camp -4130 m), it is recommended that children be over six years of age. Consult a physician if you or any member of your group suffers from any cardiac, respiratory, or pressure-related conditions.
Plan Your
Helicopter Tour in Nepal
Let us know where you would like to fly: Everest, Annapurna, Langtang, Muktinath, Mustang, or an individualized Himalayas flight plan. We will assist in creating a safe and enjoyable experience that fits your schedule.
