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| đ° Cost From | USD 5000 (per person) |
|---|---|
| â± Duration | 3 hours |
| đ„ Group Size | 5 Pax |
| đ Starts From | Everest |
| đŻ Ends At | Kathmandu |
The Everest Helicopter Rescue service by Nepal Helicopter Service Pvt. Ltd. provides rapid emergency evacuation from the Everest region â the worldâs most famous destination for trekking, climbing, and mountaineering. High altitude, unpredictable weather, and physical exhaustion often lead to altitude sickness or accidents, where helicopter rescue becomes the only safe and effective way to save lives.
Equipped with powerful high-altitude helicopters like the Airbus H125 (AS350 B3e) and operated by expert Himalayan pilots, rescues are conducted swiftly from areas such as Everest Base Camp (5,364m), Camp II (6,400m), and nearby villages like Gorakshep, Pheriche, or Lukla. Although helicopters can technically fly above the summit, landings are limited to the Nepal side due to terrain and regulations.
In critical conditions, patients are airlifted directly to hospitals with helipads in Kathmandu or Lukla, such as Grande International, Norvic, CIWEC, or Mediciti Hospital. With years of experience, 24/7 standby operation, and coordination with guides and insurance providers, Nepal Helicopter Service ensures the fastest, safest, and most dependable Everest rescue helicopter service in the Himalayas.
The Everest Helicopter Rescue service by Nepal Helicopter Service Pvt. Ltd. provides the fastest and most reliable emergency air evacuation in the Everest region of Nepal. The area, home to Mount Everest (8,848m), attracts thousands of trekkers and climbers each year â but its extreme altitude, unpredictable weather, and challenging terrain can sometimes lead to serious medical or accidental emergencies.
In such moments, helicopter rescue becomes the safest and most effective solution. Whether youâre trekking to Everest Base Camp, climbing higher altitudes, or exploring nearby villages like Lobuche, Pheriche, or Dingboche, our highly experienced pilots and rescue team stand ready 24/7 to respond within hours. With modern high-altitude helicopters, onboard oxygen support, and direct hospital transfers to Kathmandu or Lukla, Nepal Helicopter Service ensures life-saving efficiency in the Himalayas.
When an emergency occurs, contact Nepal Helicopter Service through your guide, insurance provider, or directly. Our team confirms your location using GPS coordinates or the nearest village/landmark.
We coordinate instantly with your insurance company and the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) for flight clearance.
A helicopter departs from Kathmandu or Lukla, depending on proximity and weather conditions. Average response time: 2 â 3 hours.
Our crew provides immediate assistanceâoxygen, basic first-aid, and stabilizationâbefore airlifting you to safety.
Once in Kathmandu, patients are taken directly to specialized hospitals with full medical facilities. Our team helps complete all insurance and admission formalities.
The Everest Helicopter Rescue is an emergency air evacuation service in the Everest region operated by Nepal Helicopter Service Pvt. Ltd., designed to transport injured or ill trekkers and climbers to safety.
Depending on weather and location, a helicopter usually reaches the rescue site within two to three hours after confirmation and clearance.
All rescues are carried out by Nepal Helicopter Service Pvt. Ltd., a certified and experienced helicopter operator in Nepal.
Rescues can be performed from locations such as Everest Base Camp, Gorakshep, Pheriche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and even Camp II during expeditions.
The Airbus H125 (AS350 B3e) helicopter is used for Everest Helicopter Rescue, capable of flying safely at extreme altitudes above 6,000 meters.
Costs range between USD 3,500 â 6,000 depending on altitude, weather, and distance. Most insurance policies cover this expense.
Yes, travel insurance covering emergency evacuation is strongly required before trekking or climbing in the Everest region.
Yes. You may pay upfront, and we provide complete documentation for reimbursement later through your insurance provider.
Altitude sickness, hypothermia, frostbite, exhaustion, and injuries from falls or accidents are the most common causes requiring rescue.
While helicopters can technically fly above the summit, landings are limited to Camp II or Base Camp for safety and legal reasons.
Our team continuously monitors weather reports and launches the helicopter immediately once safe visibility is available.
Patients are taken to top hospitals in Kathmandu, such as Norvic, Grande International, Mediciti, or CIWEC Clinic.
Yes. All pilots are trained for high-altitude Himalayan operations with years of experience in the Everest region.
Depending on conditions and payload, one or two patients can be airlifted per flight with or without attendants.
Safety is our top priority. Nepal Helicopter Service follows strict aviation standards with experienced pilots and well-maintained aircraft.
Contact Nepal Helicopter Service via phone, WhatsApp, or through your trekking guide or insurance company to initiate rescue coordination.
Yes, rescues are permitted only on the Nepal side. China doesnât allow helicopter operations over its section of Everest.
If landing is not possible, we hover close and use the safest alternative location nearby to extract the patient.
Yes, depending on patient condition and weather, we can transfer directly to Pokhara hospital when medically suitable.
Because we deliver the fastest response, licensed pilots, reliable coordination, and proven experienceâmaking us Nepalâs most trusted rescue operator in the Himalayas.