Overview
Namche Bazaar is a classic Sherpa town in Khumbu at an elevation of 11,286 ft. It lies about 13.5 km northeast of Lukla. Mostly inhabited by Sherpa, Namche is a picturesque town with lush green terrains, vibrant valleys, and lofty mountains.
It’s one of the essential stops for Everest Base Camp trekkers and many other hikes in Khumbu Valley. Namche Bazaar is quite popular for its epic cultural and historical sites, including Sherpa Culture Museum, Namche monastery, and Tenzing memorial.
Nature lovers will enjoy walking the trails to Namche Bazaar, but those in a rush may not find the trek the best option. Therefore, we offer you a pre-designed heli tour of Namche Bazaar to make travel more convenient and swift.
Lukla to Namche Bazaar Helicopter is an exclusive tour package for those who want to make a brief visit to the town or charter a helicopter to reach there fast. This tour will allow them to travel to the Sherpa village and return back to the town on the same day without any trouble.
It improves the visitor’s experience of traveling to the Sherpa town by providing them with comfortable seats and a cabin accommodating up to five passengers.
Apart from the service, a private helicopter tour of Namche also offers a spectacular view of glistening snow peaks like Thamserku and Ama Dablam. You can also see colorful towns and villages during the heli ride, which is quite overwhelming.
The flight from Lukla to Namche Bazaar takes 15 to 20 minutes, during which you can enjoy the breathtaking view of verdant meadows, subtropical forests, and plunging valleys. You can see many iconic landmarks, including Sagarmatha National Park Museum, Tenzing Norgay Memorial, and many more.
Even after the landing, you can go on sightseeing in the village and its diverse landscapes. You can quickly learn about the different cultures and their shared history despite the short travel time.
After the exploration, we’ll board the helicopter and fly back to Lukla, which takes another 10-15 minutes. On the way back, you can enjoy the majestic view of rolling hills, farms, and waterfalls.
To get this experience, you must book the trip online, visit our office, or contact any of our staff. We can make this trip happen in the least amount of time and at the best price.
Highlights of Lukla to Namche Bazaar Helicopter Tour
- A pristine view of snow-capped mountains, including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Thamserku, and Ama Dablam
- Impressive sights of raging waterfalls and streams, including Dudh Koshi River
- Dramatic landscapes, lush green farms, and thick forests
- Scenic flight across Khumbu Valley
