One of the easiest ways to reach Annapurna Base Camp located at an altitude of 4130m is through Annapurna base camp helicopter tour from Pokhara. Tour costs USD 350/Pax including land transportation and sharing helicopter ticket to ABC.
The flight takes about 1 hour and flies over the beautiful Pokhara Valley, Phewa Lake and Annapurna Conservation Area. The aerial view of rivers, green hills, valleys and snowcapped mountains is simply amazing.
The helicopter will stop over at Annapurna Base Camp for about 20 minutes during which time you will capture 360-degree panorama of Annapurna range including Annapurna I (8,091m), Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, Hiunchuli, Tilicho, Khangsar Kang and Gangapurna (7,455m). You will return back to Pokhara direct from the base camp.
Annapurna Base Camp helicopter tour takes from Pokhara airport and directly flies to Annapurna base camp. This return trip takes about 1 hr and includes 15-20 minutes stopover at Annapurna Base Camp (4130m).
The major highlights of Annapurna base camp helicopter tour are as follows:
The round helicopter trip to Annapurna Base Camp costs US$390 per person. The cost is inclusive of helicopter ride to Annapurna base camp, entry permit for Annapurna Conservation Area, tea at Annapurna Base Camp and ground transportation to and from Pokhara Airport.
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Please find the most commonly used sightseeing routes for Annapurna base camp helicopter tour below.
Below is the detailed itinerary for Helicopter trip to Annapurna Base camp and back
If you fancy travelling by helicopter to your favorite destinations, then Nepal Helicopter Tour package is just for you. Nepal Helicopter Tour package is a luxury tour designed for those who have limited time or physical strength for trekking and exploring Nepal. The package allows you to charter a private helicopter and directly visit popular mountain sites with ease and comfort.
For this, all you have to do is let us know while booking. Below are some famous tour packages we are offering:
Normally, trekkers will spend a minimum of 7 days walking to reach Annapurna Base Camp. What if you’re not interested in trekking and have only a couple of days to spare but still would like to go to Annapurna Base Camp. Then Annapurna base camp helicopter tour is just for you. The tour allows for a scheduled helicopter from Pokhara and then directly fly to Annapurna Base Camp within 20 minutes. Located at an altitude of 4130m, Annapurna Base Camp lies within Annapurna Conservation Area and offers 360-degree panorama of Annapurna ranges. There will be 15-20 minutes time allocated for you to explore the base camp and catch views of Annapurna I (8,091m), Machhapuchchhre (6,993m), Gangapurna (7,455m), Khangsar Kang (7,485m), Hiunchuli (6,411m), Tilicho Peak (7,135m) etc. Within 2 hrs, you will be back to Pokhara after visiting Annapurna Base Camp.
Everest Base Camp Heli tour is the most popular helicopter tour program we organize. Book a scheduled helicopter and fly directly to Everest Base Camp at an altitude of 5364m. The flight takes one and a half hour to reach the base camp and offers a scenic view of rivers, lakes, hills and snowy mountains. Spend at least 15 minutes exploring Everest Base Camp and capturing stunning views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Island Peak and Khumbu Glacier. On your return, stop over at Everest View Hotel to enjoy warm breakfast and amazing panorama of Himalayan peaks. The duration of Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour is about 3-4 hrs.
Gosainkhnda Heli tour offers you the quickest and safest way to travel to Gosainkunda Lake. The lake revered by both Buddhists and Hindus is located at the height of 4380m and is regarded as the abode of Shiva. You will take off on a scheduled helicopter and fly directly to Gosaikunda passing over Langtang National Park. Enjoy your time exploring Gosainkunda Lake and witnessing 360-degree panorama of Langtang ranges including Langtang and Lirung. After spending some quality time in Gosainkunda, return to Kathmandu. The entire journey can be completed within one and a half hours.
Langtang Helicopter Tour is listed among the best mountain flights in Nepal. The goal of the Langtang Helicopter tour is to fly on scheduled helicopter from Kathmandu to Kyanjin Gompa which takes about 15 minutes. Witness beautiful views of mountains, hills, rivers and Langtang National park during the flight. The 8th century Kyanjin Gompa, where the helicopter lands, is a sacred place for followers of Buddhism. You will spend at least 40 minutes in Kyanjin Gompa where you will also visit local cheese factor, learn about Tamang culture and catch splendid views of Langtang Lirung, Langshisha Ri and Dorje Lakpa peaks. The return journey takes about one and a half hours.
Muktinath Helicopter tour is the shortest trip to Muktinath temple, one of the holiest places in the Himalaya. The temple is located on the base of Thorang La pass at an altitude of 3,710 m. Mukinath Helicopter tour can be organized both from Kathmandu and Pokhara and the return trip takes about 3 and 2 hrs respectively. Spend at least 30-40 minutes exploring Muktinath temple which is famous for 108 stone sprouts and eternal flame. The tour presents an opportunity to capture spectacular views