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Nepal Helicopter Tour
A luxurious and satisfying Helicopter Tour in Nepal covers Everest and Annapurna Region with Jungle Safari Activities
Duration
7 Days
Meals
- 6 Breakfast
- 6 Lunch
- 6 Dinner
Accommodation
- Hotel Hyatt Regency Kathmandu
- Fishtail Lodge Pokhara
- Hotel Everest View, Syangboche
- Meghauli Serai, A Taj Hotel
Activities
- Helicopter Ride
- Mountain and Lake View
- Jungle Safari
SAVE
€ 3340Price Starts From
€ 16700
Overview of Nepal Helicopter Tour
This Nepal Helicopter Tour package will fulfill your wish to experience the Himalayan ranges, glacial lakes, scenic landscapes, mountain passes, religious pilgrimages, national parks, etc., from a close distance within your acceptable timeline and budget. In this package, you will cover the east-west stretch of Nepal in 7 days.
Nepal, a country globally known for its natural beauty, scenic landscapes, tallest peaks, friendly way of life, and cultural diversity, is one of the top destinations for travel enthusiasts worldwide. Many travelers who come to Nepal return with memorable experiences lasting a lifetime. However, not all travelers witness the Himalayan ranges and landscapes in one visit.
The main reasons are the time factor and challenging geographical structures. To fill the gap, we at Peregrine Treks & Tours have put extra effort into offering you a luxurious and satisfying Nepal Helicopter Tour Package.
Nepal Helicopter Tour Highlights
- Witness aerial view of the beautiful Himalayan ranges stretching East-West of Nepal.
- Witness the high mountain passes, religious pilgrimages, glaciers and lakes, and other landscapes.
- Experience the climatic diversity of Nepal despite its small size.
- Witness the wildlife animals, vegetation, flora, and fauna.
- Experience the diverse cultures and lifestyles of people in different parts of Nepal.
Nepal Helicopter Tour Package
Upon arrival, the Nepal Helicopter Tour Package begins with our representative warmly welcoming you at the Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. On that day, you move to the designated hotel for some relaxation. The Nepal Heli Tour begins on the second day of your arrival from Kathmandu to the eastern part of Nepal.
This route will witness the aerial view of the world’s highest peak, “Mount Everest,” and the world’s biggest glacier, Ngozumpa. In brief, the Helicopter will pass through the Gokyo Valley, which consists of 19 freshwater lakes and the Khumbu Glacier.
Furthermore, as we land on Kala Patthar, we will see a clear view of famous mountains, namely Mount Lhotse, Mount Makalu, and Mount Cho Oyu. To add more adventure to the trip, we will land at Lukla Airport, the most extreme airport, as quoted by The History Channel in 2010. Lukla is the main port where Mount Everest climbs begin their journey.
Nepal Helicopter Tour Package in Western Part
After that, your next destination will be the western mountain regions. The primary circuit in this region is the very famous Annapurna circuit. You will witness places like Manang, Thorang Camp, Manaslu Larke Pass, Tilicho Lake, and Muktinath Pilgrimage. After this, you will land at a famous tourist destination named Pokhara. Pokhara is renowned for its lakes and temperate weather.
Similarly, the itinerary includes flying to Rara Lake. Rara Lake is the biggest lake in Nepal, which resides at 2990 meters above sea level. Then the pleasant and peaceful site of Rara Lake will put a beautiful impression on your heart and mind.
Further, the Nepal Helicopter Tour itinerary also takes you to the birthplace of Lord Buddha at Lumbini. Moreover, you will fly to Chitwan National Park to provide experiences of Nepal’s rich biodiversity, flora, and fauna. In Chitwan National Park, you will witness unique species such as the one-horned rhino, Asian elephant, and royal Bengal tiger. In this park, you will see the cultural performances performed by the indigenous people, “Tharu Community.”
The seven-day-long experience-rich Nepal Helicopter tour will end after the Chitwan National Park visit. Then you will fly back to Kathmandu. The next day, our representative will take you off at Tribhuwan International Airport.
Detail Itinerary of Nepal Helicopter Tour
Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival
Our representative will warmly receive you with a welcome note at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. You will travel to Dhulikhel Mount Resort, situated 30 kilometers from the airport.
You can spend this day resting at your hotel. Please note that the itinerary on this day depends upon your arrival time. If you arrive before 14:00, you will stay at Dwarika Hotel, Dhulikhel, or the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Kathmandu.
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day 02: Fly from Dhulikhel/Kathmandu to Everest View Hotel, Syangboche, Solukhumbu
The day starts with a delicious local breakfast. Then we take off to Syangboche, Solukhumbu, in an hour-long helicopter flight. You can see a clear view of Mount Everest, Mount Lhotse, Mount Amadablam, and other peaks like Tawche, Nangbala, Tashi Lhaptsa, etc.
This day is for acclimatization, as you will visit higher altitudes in the following days. On that day, you will explore Sherpa villages (Khude and Khumjung) and possibly see the wildlife and vegetation in Sagarmatha National Park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 03: Fly from Syangboche to Gokyo to Kalapathar to Khumbila to Chukung to Lukla to Kathmandu
We fly to Gokyo Valley after breakfast at Everest View Hotel, Syangboche. 19 Gokyo freshwater lakes are present in Gokyo Lakes. We can easily see the biggest glacier globally, “Ngozempa Glacier.” We can also see Mount Everest, Mount Lhotse, Mount Makalu, Mount Cho Oyu, and Nuptse from Gokyo Ri.
Our next destination is Kala Patthar, famous for the clear view of Mount Everest and the Khumbila glacier. The next destination is Khumbila Pass, above 5000 meters from sea level. Finally, the day ends, and you will fly back to Hyatt Regency Hotel, Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 04: Fly from Kathmandu to Manang to Thorang High Camp to Thorang La Pass to Muktinath to Pokhara
After breakfast in the morning, you will fly to Mustang. It lies in the north of the Annapurna Himalayan range. You can see beautiful scenes of Annapurna II, III, IV, Mount Gangapurna, Gangapurna Lake, 500 years old Monastery, and Milarepa cave.
From Manang, the helicopter will fly towards Thorang High Camp via Thorang La pass. This is the highest pass in the Annapurna Circuit and resides at 5416 meters from sea level.
The next destination is the very famous Muktinath Temple. At Muktinath temple, you will see the 108 stone water taps. The belief is that anyone who takes a bath in all those taps will acquire salvation, and all past sins will wash away.
Finally, the last destination for the day will be Nepal’s most famous tourist destination, “Pokhara.” You can see the nightlife beside Phewa lake, try different cuisines and drinks and relax at the Fishtail lodge within the lake area.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 05: Fly from Pokhara to Rara to Bhairahawa to Chitwan
The day will start with flying towards the biggest lake in Nepal, the Rara Lake in Mugu district, located in the western region of Nepal. It resides at an altitude of 2990 meters above sea level. From Rara lake, you will fly to the famous Buddhist pilgrimage “Lumbini,” which is Lord Buddha’s birthplace.
The sightseeing of Lumbini consists of stupas, monasteries made by different countries, Ashoka Pillar, Maya Devi Temple, Museum, etc. The next destination is Megauli Serai, A Taj Safari (or similar resorts) near Chitwan National Park.
After reaching the resort and settling into your rooms, you have dinner with the cultural program. You can enjoy a delicious dinner made from local items with the indigenous cultural show performed by Tharu Community.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 06: Exploring Chitwan National Park
On this day, you will explore the Chitwan National Park. We will arrange a wildlife jeep safari from Meghauli Serai, A Taj Safari. On the safari, you will witness unique species of animals, such as the One-Horned Rhino, Asian Elephant, Royal Bengal Tiger, etc.
You will also see the Ghariyals resting on the banks of the river that flows through the jungle. The day’s activities come to an end after the wildlife safari. Then you will head towards the hotel for lunch. Then you will be flying back to Hyatt Regency Hotel, Kathmandu. The tour comes to a wrap as we organize a farewell dinner for you with drinks and sharing of experiences.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 07: Departure from Kathmandu
On the last day, you will go sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley. You may utilize this time for souvenir shopping, as well. Then as per your flight schedule, we will organize the commute to the airport with your belongings, where our representative will warmly see you off and bid goodbye until we meet again.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Customize this trip with help from our local travel specialist that matches your interests.
Includes & Excludes
What is included?
- All land transportation in a luxurious vehicle
- Helicopter during the tour
- Five-star hotel accommodation (suite room) during the tour
- Three times meals during the tour
- Unlimited drinks (soft and hard drinks)
- Air Ambulance (helicopter) with high altitude doctor (only for more than ten pax group)
- Experienced and well-trained guide during the tour
- Sightseeing entrance fees
- Local SIM Card with 16 GB of data
- Applicable Government Taxes and Company Service Charges
What is excluded?
- International air-fare, visa fee, and travel insurance
- Tipping to the guide and pilot
Departure Dates
We also operate Private Trips.
Trip Information
Aircraft Profiles
Peregrine Treks and Tours choose the best in class aviation mediums for its helicopter tour package in Nepal. There are two models of helicopters that are used in the tour package. They are AS 350 B3e “Ecureuil” and AS 350 B3+ “Ecureuil.” The AS 350 B helicopters are the French Helicopter manufacturing company Eurocopter products. These helicopters are state-of-the-art technologies and are considered the strongest among lightweight helicopters. Further, these helicopters are designed to fly at high altitudes, which perfectly suits the geographical landscapes of Nepal. The helicopters can fly and land at 23,000 ft.; hence, it is a lifesaver during high-altitude rescue operations.
At Peregrine Treks and Tours, we put the safety of travelers cum clients at the top priority. Hence, we understand the technicalities of the commute and equipment that we offer to our clients. Therefore, we have chosen the helicopters mentioned above, regarded as the safest and most efficient lightweight choppers. They can smoothly take off and land on challenging surfaces of the Himalayas and diverse weather conditions.
Capacity
The Helicopter can transport six people (one guide and four passengers).
Group Size
Nepal Helicopter Tour is a private tour package, so it can depart anytime once the minimum number of people is confirmed. There should be at least two people confirmed to make one group. If not, a 10000 USD single supplement charge applies. If four people are confirmed in one group, a special discount of 10% on the total amount is applicable. One private doctor and one helicopter ambulance are designated for more than ten people for the entire tour.
Privacy and secrecy
Our guests are business people, celebrities, political leaders, and retired people. Since our guests come from high-profile backgrounds, we at Peregrine Treks and Tours take their privacy and safety very seriously. We organize the itinerary meticulously, and every visit is smooth, private, and safe. Further, photos or videos of our clients will not be used in social media, websites, and other promotional activities unless the traveler provides written approval. The arrangements are organized accordingly for VIP guests in the Tribhuwan International Airport.
Safety
Peregrine Treks and Tours is very committed to the safety of its passengers. All itineraries are organized so that air and road safety is never compromised. This begins with selecting top-quality commutes, hotels, meals, and first aid. Further, the allocated pilots, guides, drivers, etc., have a proven track record of quality services. Weather conditions are well-analyzed before every flight. You will fly only under favorable weather conditions at both source and destination.
We proudly express our 12 years of clean and safe track record while providing travel services to people worldwide.
Best time to travel
The suitable time to travel for the Nepal Helicopter tour package is March – to June and September – to November. At this time, the view of the Himalayas will be the clearest compared to other months of the year. However, please note that these months are the best suited, but it’s not a compulsion to visit during those months. You may plan your visit at any time of the year according to your schedule and interest.
Altitude
In the Nepal Helicopter tour, you will fly at higher altitudes reaching around 5000 meters above sea level. We have organized the itinerary so that your body will get time to acclimatize accordingly to negate any possibility of altitude sickness. If you experience altitude sickness, the Helicopter will be quickly flown to lower altitudes by chance. In worst-case scenarios, oxygen cylinders are provided in the Helicopter itself.
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