Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour is short, swift, and fascinating to enjoy the Himalayan Mountains at close distances. Annapurna Himalayas shadow the beautiful Pokhara city and the valley as well as the southern hills. Due, to the proximity to Pokhara, which makes it easier to reach Annapurna Base Camp within less than an hour.
During Helicopter flights from the take-off to landing, passengers will experience dramatic changes in landscape bio-diversity.
From the low sub-tropical valley of Pokhara and to the mid-hills towards the higher ridges covered in dense woods of rhododendrons and pine trees. Includes views of villages with rows of farm terraces as the helicopter heads higher to land at Annapurna Base Camp. Passengers will be overwhelmed and taken aback by landing at Annapurna Base Camp, is enclosed by an array of towering snow peaks.
As you step out from the chopper, enjoy the spectacular panorama of the mountains surrounding you. Annapurna Base Camp is probably the only 8,000-meter mountain base camp with facilities of a lodge and restaurants. Here, one can have refreshing warm drinks with the glorious snow-mountain scenery of Arctic Zone landscapes.
Annapurna Base Camp is located, in the heart of scenic Annapurna Sanctuary, the highest landing spot at 4,130 m. Enjoy the rejoiceful moment at the Annapurna Base Camp, then head back to land at a beautiful city in Pokhara. After an enjoyable moment with a great experience on Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour.
The Best Seasons for Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour:
The best seasons for the Annapurna Helicopter Tour are spring and autumn/fall. The spring begins in March and ends in May, a lively time for pleasant flights and scenic views.
Most days are fine and clear, with enough sunshine hours from 6 a.m. onward until the Helicopter tour completes. It can get overcast in the late morning sometimes, with chances of light snowfalls. Days are much longer with sunlight hours, but cold mornings. Depending upon the altitude, with stops at a certain height.
Spring is the best time when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom, especially the rhododendrons of various species. Around, the mid-mills below from the Annapurna Base Camp and sanctuary.
The next best season is autumn/fall, when most mornings are bright, with sunny days for clear views. Autumn/fall starts from September to November, one of the high seasons in Nepal for outdoor activities.
The morning is fine, with a crystal clear blue sky, and morning times are cold, and chances of light snowfall sometimes. The helicopter tour, also be enjoyed during the winter times of Christmas and New Year Holidays.
Mornings are sunny and clear for views and walks, but cold temperatures in the morning with wind chill factor.
Itinerary
Starting 5:30 AM to 8:30 AM. 2 and half to maximum 3 hours flights with stops: Morning skipping the breakfast for later, after the Helicopter Tour, our staff and airport representative receives you from the hotel. A short drive of less than half hour to reach at Pokhara domestic airport terminal. After checking at the airlines counter receiving the boarding pass, then proceed through security.
As the flight is announced, then head for the Helipad, where the Captain and airlines staff of the Helicopter. Welcomes you, and getting introduced to the pilot and other passengers, then get on board. The seats are comfortable with enough space to stretch your legs on the back of Pilot seats. As the Helicopter lifts off from the ground enjoy the grand vista of Pokhara city and the valley. Surrounded by green tiers of rolling hills, dotted with farm terraces and villages, as the chopper heads higher. Overlooking views of the snow-capped peaks of the Mid-West Himalayan range, as far as Manaslu with Dhaulagiri Himal.
The Helicopter, then heads north-west over the valley, rolling hills and above the villages of Ghandruk and Chomrong. Then following north direction above the forest and rivers to enter a wide open plateau at Annapurna Sanctuary. The Helicopter after less than an hour makes a smooth landing at Annapurna Base Camp, close to Mt. Annapurna-I. Where number of good lodges are located to facilitate the trekkers and travelers.
Enjoy the spectacular views of towering snow-capped peaks. As time permits for refreshing hot drinks, and snacks at nearby lodge restaurants.
After half hour or more as given time by the pilot, then get on board for short flight. The flight takes off for return journey, facing tremendous views of surrounding landscapes and snow mountain range. After a glorious moment, of less than hour, the flight brings you back to scenic Pokhara. Then concludes our marvelous Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour.
FAQs
01: How high the Helicopter fly?
From above 3,000 m to 5,500 m, but in certain conditions the chopper fly as high
as 6,000 m. Further above 4,000 m due to air pressure, the pilot can fly with less
number of passengers, to make the chopper lighter to fly above the limit and
average heights.
02: How long do we have time at each stops?
Depending upon on the weather and as time permits, not longer than an hour. To enjoy the views of the Himalayan series of giant peaks, as well as to catch glimpse of local cultures.
03: Is the cost fully refundable, in case if the Helicopter flight get canceled?
Certainly, depending upon the company’s rules and policy, but a small charge will
be deducted. For the transportation to and from the hotel-airport vice-versa.
04: Is it possible to join with a group on this Helicopter Tour?
Certainly yes, interested travelers, can join in a group on this wonderful scenic joy ride. The maximum seat capacity is for 4-5 passengers.
05: How can I book a private trip or for the family?
Just contact us and we will organize, and arrange depending upon the size of a
Group.
06: Is oxygen cylinder available in Helicopter if needed?
Yes, a light and portable oxygen cylinder is available on this Helicopter flights
in case of emergency situation. Like HAS (High Altitude Sickness) or AMS
which is Acute Mountain Sickness.