Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour
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- Annapurna Region
Overview
Without a doubt, Nepal is the ideal location for those who love the mountains. It has been said that the Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour is the best option for people with a tight schedule. Your Annapurna Base Camp Heli Tour will be a unique experience because it will give you the chance to see some of Nepal’s most spectacular Himalayan peaks, such as the entire Annapurna range, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Fishtail, and others, all covered in massive mounds of snow and standing in all their glory.
Starting from Kathmandu Airport, the Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour travels through the Annapurna Himalayas to the Poon Hill area. For a brief period, the helicopter will land at 4,130 meters above sea level at Annapurna Base Camp, where guests may take in breathtaking views of the Annapurna Himalayan ranges.
We at Himalayan Adobe Treks are happy to arrange an expert team’s Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour to your schedule and specifications.
This famous location, where our fantastic Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour begins and concludes, is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the Himalayas. The towering Annapurna Himalaya reflects Pokhara’s tranquil Begnas and Phewa Lakes.
Pokhara is also well-known for its many adventures and trekking routes, which are the starting and finishing points for all destinations in the Annapurna and neighboring Himalayas. It is also well-known for its other adventure sports, which include paragliding, zip-lining, ultra-light flying, kayaking, and rafting, among other activities that can be enjoyed as side trips from Pokhara.
With a wide variety of less than 7,000 meters to below 6,000 meters peaks, including Annapurna I, Annapurna Himalaya is ranked as the tenth highest mountain in the world out of the fourteenth eight thousand meters peaks. At 8,091 meters and 26,545 feet, it is the highest mountain in the world.
Named after its double summit top that dominates the Annapurna range, Machhapuchchhre Himal, or Fish Tail, is home to the ever-present Annapurna South (7,219 m), Gangapurna (7,455 m), and Annapurna III (7,555 m) with A, II, and IV of above 7,000 m.
Highlights of the Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour
- Enjoy breathtaking views of the rolling green hills and the Annapurna mountain range on a scenic helicopter tour.
- Flying beneath the tenth-highest peak in the world, Annapurna, which rises to a height of 8,091 meters.
Smooth, wonderful landing amid gorgeous Annapurna Sanctuary and at base camp over 4,130 m elevation. - Soaring above a stunning and dramatic landscape of rolling hills and valleys interspersed with farming communities.
- Enjoy a wonderful view of the mountains and glaciers while relaxing in the pleasant and comfortable base camp lodge.
Itinerary
Day 01 Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara- Flight from Pokhara to ABC- Return Flight from ABC to Pokhara- Back from Pokhara to Kathmandu
6:00 AM – Hotel to Airport
- Location: Kathmandu (1,400 meters)
6:30 AM – Helicopter Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara (Refueling Stop)
- Flight Duration: 25-30 minutes
- Activities: Enjoy a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Upon arrival, the helicopter will refuel while you have a short break.
- Location: Pokhara (822 meters)
7:00 AM – Flight from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp
- Duration of Flight: 25-30 minutes
- Activities: Depart from Pokhara and fly over breathtaking landscapes, including terraced fields, green hills, and traditional villages. As you approach the Annapurna Sanctuary, you’ll be surrounded by stunning views of Machapuchare, Annapurna South, Himchuli, and other towering peaks.
- Location: Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 meters)
7:30 AM – Land at Annapurna Base Camp
- Activities: Upon landing at Annapurna Base Camp, you will have time to walk around, explore, and take photographs amidst the towering peaks of the Annapurna range. The views of Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Machapuchare, and the entire Annapurna Sanctuary are awe-inspiring.
- Time at ABC: 15-30 minutes (due to high altitude)
8:00 AM – Return Flight from Annapurna Base Camp to Pokhara
- Duration of Flight: 25-30 minutes
- Activities: Fly back to Pokhara, enjoying the bird’s-eye view of the Annapurna region and beautiful valleys.
- Location: Pokhara (822 meters)
8:30 AM – Breakfast in Pokhara
- Activities: After arriving in Pokhara, enjoy breakfast at a lakeside café or restaurant while admiring the serene Phewa Lake and the surrounding mountains.
- Duration: 1-2 hours
10:00 AM – Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Duration of Flight: 25-30 minutes
- Activities: After breakfast, take a scenic helicopter flight back to Kathmandu, where you can enjoy the final views of the Himalayas before landing.
- Location: Kathmandu (1,400 meters)
10:30 AM – Arrival in Kathmandu
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Useful Info
Best Season for the tour:
All months of the year are suitable for visiting Annapurna Base Camp, except the monsoon season, which runs from July to mid-September. During this time, clouds obstruct the vistas and make helicopter landings and take-offs extremely difficult.
While the mornings are clear for vistas and Heli flights, the afternoons of March through May can be a little bit colder. Although the weather is clear and pleasant from October to January and February, it can get significantly colder in the morning and afternoon in places with shade.
In the mid-hills of the Annapurna Himalaya region, rhododendron, the national flower of Nepal, and other wildflowers are in full bloom from March to May, casting riots of color across the verdant Annapurna hills.
The days are short with sunlight in Autumn/Fall and Winter, and early and late afternoon can be chilly at less than -5° to -10° Celsius with a maximum of 15° to 20° Celsius on sunny days and afternoons. Late November to mid-February usually has clear skies during the day.
FAQs
What is the duration of the Annapurna Helicopter Tour?
The duration of the tour typically lasts around 1 to 2 hours, depending on the specific package.
