Scenic Flight To Mount Everest: Discover the majestic landscapes of the Himalayas flying parallel with the world’s highest range. The scenic flight to mount everest takes you on a tour of the greater Himalayan range. From the comfort of the airplane, witness the close-up views of the icy giants and jagged peaks.
Starting of Flight To Mount Everest
The flight takes off from the Kathmandu domestic airport. As the weather deteriorates in higher elevations as the day proceeds the flight starts early in the morning. The one-hour flight is the perfect way to discover the panoramic view of the Himalayas.
As the aircraft takes off you will be heading towards the eastern section of the country. Once the plane gains elevation witness Gosaithan, also called Shisha Pangma, standing at a majestic height of 8,013 meters/ 26,290 feet. Just at the immediate right of Gosaithan. Dorje Lhakpa appears in its grand state, a mountain that almost looks like a figure 8 lying in the snow at an elevation of 7,000 meters/ 22,000 feet. To the right of Dorje Lakpa is Phurbi-Chyachu, which looms over the Kathmandu Valley. As the plane glides along, you will come closer to the mountains.
Choba-Bhamare
The scenic flight will soon reveal the aesthetically pleasing peak of Choba-Bhamare. Although it’s the smallest mountain in the region, locals consider it to hold spiritual significance. Because of this reverence, climbing is prohibited, making it one of the unclimbed peaks in the region. Then appears the peaks of Gauri-Shanker, a mountain that is not only prominent in sight but has legends and stories behind it. Wrapped in myth and legend, this mountain is said to be guarded by the Hindu deity Lord Shiva and his consort Gauri. The tour then takes you onwards to witness the majestic Melungtse and Chugimago peaks. While Melungtse has likely felt the tread of many an explorer, Chugimago remains unclimbed, a true challenge for those seeking to conquer new heights.
As, you progress deeper into the mountain range, witness Numbur, and Karyolung, with its peak covered with intense white snow shining to the morning rays of the sun. Next, you will be passing Cho-Oyu, the sixth highest mountain in the world, which nestles at an elevation of 8,201 meters/ 27,000 feet.
Mount Everest
Witness, the mountain peaks of Gyachungkang, Pumori, and Nuptse, each over 7,000 meters/ 22,000 feet in elevation. Following this mountain chain, you will come across the highest mountain of them all: Mount Everest. Mount Everest sits like a pyramid covered in a blanket of snow. The peak is locally known as Sagarmatha by the Nepalese and Chomolungma by the Tibetans. The jagged peak sits at an elevation of 8,849 meters/ 29032 feet dwarfing all the peaks around. Get a closer look at the highest point of the Earth. Along with the flight witness other various mountain peaks and views of the grand landscapes.
Best Time
The best times to catch the glimpse of the sparkling peaks are the months of winter from September to April. This is the time when the white snow sparkles brightly across the mountains, with lakes and glaciers equally beaming with clear water flowing down from the Himalayas.
Nothing compares to the sheer beauty that the Himalayas has to offer.
Flight Info:
- The flight starts at 6:00 am
- Mt. Everest 20 miles from your window
- Witness fantastic Himalayan peaks, lakes, and glaciers
- 50 minutes flight with guaranteed window seat
While on board, you will receive a ‘Himalayan Peaks’ map from our flight attendant. This map contains information about the various peaks you will see during the mountain flight. You will also get a briefing from the flight attendant.
Common Breakfast During the trek:
During the trek, various tea houses provide a wide range of breakfasts. The most common breakfast includes Tibetan Bread (fried bread), Chapati (unleavened flatbread). The bread is provided with jam, butter or peanut butter, Scrambles, or boiled eggs, and vegetable curry.
Corn Flakes, Pancakes, Oats, and Muesli are also available. In some of the tea houses, American breakfast is available. Hot drinks including black tea and coffee are available for breakfast. Also, you may find various freshly baked items.
Common Lunch during the trek:
Dhal Bhat (Nepalese traditional food) is the most common meal found along trekking houses. But various varieties of meals are also available. Thukpa (Noodles) soups, Momos ( dumplings), Macaroni, Fried rice, Pizza, Spaghetti, a variety of soups, steaks, potatoes items, Sandwiches, rice with curry, spring rolls, burgers. Plenty of dessert items are also available.
Common Dinner during the trek:
Dhal Bhat (Nepalese traditional food) is the most common dinner. But you can choose from a wide variety. Momos (dumplings), Thukpa (noodle) soups, Macaroni, Pizza, Spaghetti, Sherpa Stew, steaks, potatoes items, fried rice with curry, Raman soups, burgers, and are available along the tea houses.
Most of the tea houses’ menus offer desserts. Rice pudding, Apple pie, fruit snicker, cake, pastries, etc.
Extra personal expenses for trekking
During the period of trekking meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with hot drinks) are provided according to your package. Any other personal expenses are not bearded by the company. So, we recommended carrying extra cash just in case of personal expenses.
Responsible Tourism
As responsible for tourism we believe in respecting local communities, their culture, and rules. So, for that region, we would like you to follow some local rules and regulations during the trek.
Always ask your guides for permission before doing something in the local community.
Keep environment clean .
Help the local community to encourage the positive sides of tourism.
Transportations on Trek
All the necessary transportation for your trip will be managed by the Alpine Club of Himalaya upon your request. Transportation is provided on private as well as sharing basis.
