Mountain flights by air are much superior to viewing these mighty Himalayas up close, yet without going through all the hardships of trekking. Such a one-hour flight gives a lifetime opportunity to observe some of the highest peaks in the world Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, and Makalu-at their best from the cockpit of an aircraft.
Most operate flights from Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. This flight is quite popular among tourists who do not have time or cannot undergo high-altitude treks. Most of these flights start very early in the morning when the skies are still clear, and there is no congestion of clouds around the snow-capped mountains. All aboard can take breathtaking photos with an expansive panorama due to a guarantee of window sitting for passengers.
The most exciting part of the flight is when the right turn of the aeroplane flies over the Khumbu region and offers close views of Mt. Everest (8,848m), the highest peak in the world. While flying close to Mt. Everest and several other Himalayan giants such as Nuptse (7,879m), Lhotse(8,516m) and Ama Dablam(6,812 m), plus many Sherpa villages and mysterious high glacial lakes. The captain pilot on board during the flight offers information through your headphones about all those highlights of the route. This panoramic Mountain flight tour is so popular in both the Autumn and Spring seasons, especially.
Mountaineer flights in Nepal are unbeatable journeys if something extra special is what you want. You get to see the mighty Himalayas in a way very few other journeys will ever treat you to.
