Annapurna Base Camp helicopter tour
Trip at a Glance
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Country: Nepal
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Trip grade: Easy
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Destination: Annapurna region
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Activities: Helicopter Sightseeing
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Transportation: Private vehicle/Helicopter
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Maximum altitude: Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m)
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Trip Start / End: Kathmandu - Kathmandu
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Best Season: Feb-Jun, Sep-Nov
Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour is a scenic helicopter flight that takes you to the base camp of the magnificent Annapurna Mountain range in Nepal. This tour offers a unique and convenient way to experience the beauty of the Himalayas without the strenuous trekking usually associated with reaching the base camp.
The helicopter tour starts with a scenic flight from Kathmandu. From Pokhara, it takes approximately 30 minutes to reach Annapurna Base Camp. Along the way, you will be treated to breathtaking views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges, lush valleys, and picturesque villages.
Once you reach the base camp, the helicopter will land, allowing you to explore the area and take in the awe-inspiring surroundings. You will have some time to enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the Annapurna peaks, including Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna South (7,219m), and Machapuchare (6,993m).
After spending some time at the base camp, the helicopter will take you back to Kathmandu or Pokhara, from where you can continue your journey or return to your hotel ensuring a comfortable and efficient journey back. This tour allows you to experience the majesty of the Annapurna region and its famous base camp in Annapurna just a few hours, making Base it Camp a helicopter great tour option is for those popular with activity limited among time tourists or visiting physical Nepal.
Annapurna Base Camp helicopter tour Highlights:
- Observe Beautiful lakes of Pokhara valley like Fewa Lake, Begnas Tal & many more
- Aerial View of entire Pokhara valley
- Rhododendron Forest of Annapurna Regions
- Panoramic view of Annapurna Ranges along with Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Fishtail & many more
- Annapurna Conservation Area
Itinerary
Annapurna Base Camp helicopter tour
5.30 am: Transfer to airport in Kathmandu
Meet at your hotel & transfer to domestic section of the Tribhuvan airport in Kathmandu.
6.30 am: After completing formalities and paperwork, fly to Pokhara
Compelete the paperwork and after checking the weather, fly to Pokahra from Kathmandu.
07.00 am: Fly from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp
Land at airport in Pokhara for a while then fly to Annapurna Base Camp witnessing amazing landscapes below and encountering number of peaks in the Annapurna region like Annapurna mountains series, Dhaulagiri, Mount Fishtail and others.
07.30 am: Land at Annapurna Base Camp & explore around
Land at ABC and explore around. Observe 360 degree mountain panorama all around you. Have a tea break at the lodge nearby and it’s time to capture some great photographs.
08.30 am: Fly to Pokhara
Fly to Pokhara from ABC.
09.00 am: Land at Pokhara & fly to Kathmandu
stop a while at Pokhara airport and fly to Kathmandu.
What is included?
- Airport pick up/drop by a private vehicle.
- Annapurna Base Camp Heli-tour as per the itinerary
- Domestic airport departure tax.
- Annapurna Conservation Area entrance fees
- All government and local taxes.
What is not included?
- Personal expenses, meals, drinks etc.
- Tips or gratuities.
