Most Unique Flight I Took Has Views of Mount Everest, 50 Minutes Long

• I’m a frequent traveler who’s taken hundreds of flights in my life, but one stands out as the best.
• I saw Mount Everest during my 50-minute flight from Kathmandu, Nepal, to Paro, Bhutan.
• The snowcapped Himalayas took my breath away — I’ve never seen such an incredible view in my life.

I’ve been lucky enough to travel to more than 50 countries in my lifetime and have taken hundreds of flights around the globe.

Some flights are definitely more memorable than others, but by far, the most spectacular one I’ve ever been on was from Kathmandu, Nepal, to Paro, Bhutan, in May.

It wasn’t the amount of legroom or the gourmet meals on the menu that blew my mind — it was the scenery out the window.

Specifically, passengers on board that particular route have the chance to see one of the seven natural wonders of the world, Mount Everest, in all of its glory from above.

At first, I was a bit nervous about our flight to Bhutan

Last year, I finally convinced a few of my girlfriends to join me on an eight-night trip to Bhutan, a small country in the Himalayas between China and India.

To get to Bhutan, we flew with the national air carrier Drukair, also called Royal Bhutan Airlines, from Nepal’s capital to Paro.

The flight was less than an hour, but I was nervous as we boarded.

Paro International Airport is nestled in Paro Valley, surrounded by the Himalayan Mountains.

The topography makes the area notoriously tricky for even skilled pilots to navigate, and very few are even qualified to take off or land at the small airport.

Because of these factors, operations at Paro International Airport are limited to daylight hours and when there is clear visibility. Luckily, the weather seemed perfectly clear on the day we took off.

As we flew, I saw nothing but clear skies and mountain views

Shortly into the 50-minute flight, the airline hostesses served us refreshments and I felt myself relax. Soon, the captain told passengers to look out the windows on the left side of the plane.

There, towering above the clouds, were the most stunning views of the snowcapped Himalayas, with Mount Everest standing tall above the rest.

The beautiful view literally made me squeal like a child who had just discovered candy for the first time. Seeing the world’s tallest mountain from above felt like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

I recommend this flight, even if just for the views

When we touched down at Paro International Airport shortly after, I was still buzzing. Fortunately, our plane’s landing proved to be smooth and uneventful.

My friends and I also had an amazing time in Bhutan. We got to visit awe-inspiring religious sites, watch epic archery shows, embark on thrilling outdoor hikes, and much more.

If you’re ever visiting Nepal, I’d highly recommend taking a detour to Bhutan, even if it’s just to experience the views from this flight.

For as long as I live, I’ll never forget the pure magic of seeing such famous mountains from above.