About Annapurna Base Camp Heli Tour:
Annapurna Base Camp Heli Tour is a short and fabulous trip to the lap of the Annapurna Region, one of the world’s most desirable destinations by Helicopter. You will fly over different forests, villages, rivers, and cultivated terrains within 4 hours of a day ride at the best cost. Along with this, you can have a spectacular panoramic view of Dhaulagiri mountain, Machhapuchre mountain, Himchuli mountain, and the Myriads. The destination, Annapurna Himalaya will give meaning to your journey and provide an opportunity to explore Annapurna Base Camp within 4 hours a day. This trip is comfortable for travellers of any age group and physical condition.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular trekking in the country of the Himalayas, Nepal. To do this trek you have to manage at least 8 days to 12 days along with the demands of this trek like physical condition, adequate preparation for trekking, and readiness to walk in the Himalayas. Many people dream of performing this trek and exploring the Basecamp but they cannot fulfil their dream due to the demands mentioned above or due to lack of time. In this case, this package can make your dream come true in a short period of time without fulfilling such demands.
Itinerary
Duration Spent at ABC after Landing of Helicopter
Helicopter stays around 30 minutes to 45 Minutes in the Basecamp. There are two options for this package, first from Kathmandu and second from Pokhara. The itineraries are listed below:
From Kathmandu
We have two options from Kathmandu, first by booking a private chartered Helicopter and second by taking flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara and start a helicopter tour from Pokhara. The first option leads you to an expensive price but if you are in a group of four to six or more than then it will be the best option to bring your cost down.
ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TOUR FROM KATHMANDU BY PRIVATE CHARTER HELICOPTER
5:30 AM: Drive to Kathmandu Airport from Hotel.
6:30 AM: Fly to Pokhara Airport From the domestic terminal of Kathmandu Airport.
7:30 AM: we will fly to Annapurna Base Camp. You can take photos and can get the experience of dreaming about the environment and explore the base camp. We will have breakfast there.
9:00 AM: we will fly to Kathmandu from Annapurna Base Camp which takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
10:30 AM: Drop you at Hotel.
As per this itinerary from Kathmandu, we pick you up from your hotel and drive first to Kathmandu Airport (Tribhuvan International Airport). Then, we fly to Pokhara from Kathmandu, with a parallel view of clouds and upside-down views of natural and city assets. From there, fly direct to Annapurna Base Camp and roam around. Here, you can take photos, videos, and short lapses, enjoying the beautiful moment in the Himalayan lap of Mount Annapurna. We will have breakfast there. Spending the minutes of enjoyment in the base camp, we fly back direct to Kathmandu from ABC. It will take around 1 hour and 15 minutes for this direct chopper flight.
Note: If you are looking for a direct everyday Helicopter Tour to Annapurna Base Camp from Kathmandu on a private basis, it is possible too. The total cost of this tour stands USD 3800. [The maximum seating capacity in 1 Helicopter is 5 people]
KATHMANDU TO POKHARA BY PLANE AND HELI RIDE TO ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP
Early in the morning you can take a flight from Kathmandu Domestic Terminal to Pokhara and meet our staff there who will take you to the sharing Helicopter and you can start your trip to Annapurna Base Camp. This option saves your money if you are in Kathmandu. The best time for starting the tour is from 06:00 AM to 12:00 PM in high season to get the best view of the Base Camp and encompassing mountains. So, it is better to take an early morning flight as much as possible. If you have a spare day, then you can also take a drive to Pokhara, a day before your tour starts. After your tour completes you can roam around Pokhara and make a short flight back to Kathmandu from Pokhara.
ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TOUR BY HELICOPTER FROM POKHARA
If you are already in Pokhara you can follow the itinerary.
5:30 AM: Drive to Pokhara Airport
6:00 AM: Fly to Annapurna Base Camp
7:30 AM: fly back to Pokhara
This Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour itinerary is best suited for those who are already in Pokhara. With this chopper flight to Annapurna Base Camp, one can advocate high mountains, green and glazy hills, and colorful landscape. We also have breakfast there. Spending some minutes enjoying the serene nature, we return to Pokhara. It will take around 40 minutes to reach Pokhara from Annapurna Base Camp. [Seating arrangement – 5 people in 1 helicopter]
ABC HELICOPTER SIGHTSEEN TOUR – MAIN ATTRACTION
Panoramic view of Mount Annapurna
Natural Hot springs (Tatopani)
The viewpoint for sunset and sunrise
Picturesque area for photographs
Traditional and cultural villages
Exotic flora and fauna
Rare and endangered animals
View of Machhapuchhre and Himchuli mountains through Helicopter
THINGS TO CARRY DURING ANNAPURNA HELI TOUR
Sunscreens and lip balms
Good Camera
Warm socks, boots, and clothes for a day
Trekking Poles
Sunglasses
Sunhat
Day backpack
light snacks, high-calorie chocolates, and drinks
Mineral water at least 2 bottles
Service Included:
- Arrival and Departure transportation to the airport from the hotel and vice-versa
- Seating arrangement for up to the maximum of 5 people
- Airport Boarding Pass
- Applicable permit arrangement service only if you are trekking longer
- Medical kits & Oxygen Cylinder
- 30 minute break at Annapurna Base Camp for Breakfast & pictures/videos
- Helicopter cost for the round trip flight
- Government Tax & Fuel Surcharges
Service Excluded:
- Medical and life insurance
- Breakfast (You can get an optional menu at Base Camp)
- Personal expenses and meals in Annapurna Base Camp
- Hard/soft drinks throughout the trip.
- Personal Gear Down jackets and other equipment costs
Note: The above-mentioned program itinerary is a sample. The period and cost of tour, trekking, volunteering or internship can be changed or extended as per travellers or volunteers' availability of duration.
