Question 1

How do I book the Gokyo Helicopter Tour and what happens if weather cancels?

Accepted Answer

Contact us with your preferred flight date. We require a 50% deposit to confirm (helicopter operators require advance commitment), balance due 7 days before flight. Helicopter flights are strictly weather-dependent – if cancelled due to weather, we offer free rescheduling or full refund. Book morning flights (6-9am) for the best weather. Build 1-2 buffer days into your itinerary. Read our flight safety guides: Everest Zobacz opóźnienia lotu trek Lukli, Lukla Flight Buffer Days Everest Base Camp.

Question 2

Jaki jest limit wagi i wielkość grupy?

Accepted Answer

Standard helicopters (AS350 B3) seat 5 passengers plus pilot. Weight limit is 100kg (220 lbs) per person with total payload 500kg. For groups of 6+, we use multiple helicopters or a larger MI-17 (18-22 seats). Soft duffel bags preferred over hard suitcases. Maximum 15kg luggage per person including camera gear.

Question 3

Is altitude a concern for the Gokyo Helicopter Tour?

Accepted Answer

Maksymalna wysokość to 5000m with exposure of 5-30 minutes depending on the tour. Brief exposure is generally safe for healthy adults but can cause mild altitude symptoms. Our helicopters carry emergency oxygen. Passengers with heart conditions, severe COPD, or recent surgery should consult their doctor. Stay hydrated and avoid alcohol before the flight. Przewodniki bezpieczeństwa wysokości: Lukla opóźnienie lotu Risk Everest Base Camp, Everest Helicopter Rescue Cost.

Question 4

Czy helikoptery są bezpieczne i czy potrzebuję ubezpieczenia?

Accepted Answer

We use only CAAN-licensed operators (Simrik Air, Heli Everest, Air Dynasty) with impeccable safety records. Helicopters are maintained to international standards. Pilots have 5,000+ hours of mountain flying experience. Ubezpieczenie podróżne obejmujące ewakuację helikoptera jest obowiązkowe. Private charters available for USD 3,500-9,500 depending on route and duration. Przewodniki ubezpieczeniowe: Jakie warunki anulowania i szczegóły ubezpieczenia podróży mają znaczenie przed rezerwacją REN, Potrzebne ubezpieczenie obozu bazy Kanchenjunga North.

Question 5

Co mam ubrać i przynieść?

Accepted Answer

Dress warmly – temperatures at altitude can be -10 to -20C. Essential: down jacket or insulated jacket, warm hat and gloves, sunglasses with strong UV protection, sunscreen SPF 50+, lip balm with SPF, closed-toe shoes, camera with charged batteries (cold drains them fast). Avoid loose items. We provide earplugs for noise reduction. See the Things to Carry tab for the complete list.