Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour (ABC) is one of Nepal’s most enjoyable helicopter tours, offering a wholesome and mind-settling view of the Himalayas. This fantastic tour renders adrenaline and thrill adventure in Annapurna massif with some of the most beautiful sights to behold. Flying in a helicopter is an excellent experience with the cool breeze of air touching your skin, and this all experience is heavenly. Trekking has its flavour and experience, but a Helicopter ride to Annapurna base camp is a different soulful feeling altogether. Throughout this tour, we take care of all logistics and safety precautions.

Highlights of Annapurna Helicopter Tour

• Ravishing view of Annapurna mountain range in Annapurna Conservation Area
• Amazing city of Pokhara and rich Lakeside experience
• Adventurous and thrilling helicopter flight to magnificent Annapurna Base Camp.
• Sightseeing, exploration and photography of Annapurna Sanctuary
• Serene satisfying view of Fewa and Tilicho Lake
• Heritage rich Gurung and Magar settlements
• Healthy delicious breakfast at 4130m altitude with most beautiful 360° panoramic view of the Annapurna mountain range

Heavenly Annapurna

At a staggering altitude of 4130m, ABC, popularly known as Annapurna Sanctuary, lying 40km north of the magnificent city of Pokhara. Pokhara is a beautiful setting of lakes, mountains, rich nightlife, and a relaxing walk at the lakeside. Pokhara receives thousands of tourists each year as it is the gateway to the Annapurna region trekking.

Annapurna Base Camp is an oval-shaped plateau lying at an altitude over 4000m. The whole sanctuary encompasses vast mountains of Annapurna massif. Annapurna Base Camp has arguably the best 360° panoramic view of Annapurna range mountains, including Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna II(7937m), Annapurna III(7555m), Annapurna IV(7525m), Annapurna South(7219m) and Gangapurna(7455m).

Another beautiful peak visible from ABC includes the mountain range of Khangsar Kang(7485m), Annapurna Fang(7647m), Tilicho Peak(7135m), Nilgiri Himal North(7061m), Macchapucchre(Fish Tail mountain) (6993m) and Hiunchuli(6411m). All this scenic beauty is in the largest conservation area in Nepal, the Annapurna Conservation Area, with 7629 sq. km.

In any mountainous region of Nepal, Buddhist people reside praying Mother Nature here. The place has different sects of Buddhism such as Kagyu, Sakyapa and Nyingmapa. As we might already know, Annapurna is serene and rich both naturally and culturally.  Raconteur Adventure has the best and most satisfying Annapurna Heli ride commencing from the charming city of Pokhara.

Itinerary Overview

We start from Pokhara airport as Pokhara serves an easy and fast ride to the sanctuary of stunning Annapurna. The entire Annapurna Heli tour is of 02 hours as it takes 30 minutes one way to get to our help destination. As the helicopter crew meets you at Pokhara airport, the crew briefs you on most- follow safety precautions. Safety is our prime concern, and we operate on zero compromises in the quality mantra. We make sure you understand all the technicalities and risks involved in Heli rides of this nature.

We fly over the magnificently beautiful city of Pokhara(1400m) with an alluring bird’s eye view of serene Fewa Lake. As we scramble to Annapurna, the magnificent view of the masterful act of nature and human comes into play, giving you all pleasure and satisfaction you so desire. After approx. Thirty minutes of flight, the highest mountains welcome us with arms wide open. We won’t be spending much time here at Annapurna Sanctuary as the weather is unpredictable and can suddenly take turns. We will be reaching 4130m altitude above sea level, and things can turn risky in a short time at this altitude. As this is a helicopter ride and altitude gain is quicker, which in turn can act negatively, inviting altitude sickness symptoms and sometimes other complications.

Highlights of the Tour

We will stop the helicopter for 30 minutes, which is enough for you to indulge in the natural serenity that Annapurna Massif renders here wholly.  Upon reaching Annapurna Base Camp, it’s sincere for you to be spellbound by the magnificence of mountains and the settings it offers. You will find yourself in an oval-shaped plateau encompassed by fantastic mountain ranges. We will have breakfast at Annapurna Base Camp, and after spending some quality time, we will fly back to Pokhara airport. Increasing our stay in the mountains increases the risk of Acute Mountain Sickness(AMS).

Memorable Return

We fly back to Pokhara with the best memories under our vault to cherish for lifelong. The astonishing view of Pokhara again unravels in front of us.  Pokhara is less than 30 minutes of flying from ABC.

We are flying in Annapurna Conservation area, which requires a permit such as; ACAP(Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) and TIMS (Trekker’s Information Management System) to enter the park legally. We will take care of your permits as these permits are included in our package cost. Raconteur Adventure will be needing your valid passport and two passport-sized photographs to get ready the documents for your permits.

Raconteur Adventure organizes the best helicopter rides throughout the nation, and out of many helicopter rides, Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour is our most popular and signature helicopter tour. Would you please call us on 01-4153584 or +9779851034160 to book this amazing helicopter tour to Annapurna Sanctuary right now?

May it be travelling and experiencing beautiful sights in Nepal, or may it simply be engaging in captivating tours; Gosaikunda Helicopter Tour does not disappoint. Setting a journey in a roaring helicopter with the golden touch of the cool breeze of air is what Gosaikunda Heli Tour of Raconteur Adventure offers.

Gosaikunda is a utopia, a perfect blend of natural and spiritual magnificence. A short helicopter flight from Kathmandu takes you to Gosaikunda. Gosaikunda is a pond that has much religious significance. This lake lies at 4,380m (14,370ft), and beautiful snow-capped mountains surround it. Gosaikunda Lake is in Langtang National Park in Rasuwa District.

The total surface area of the lake is approx. Thirty-four acres and remains frozen in winters. There is uniqueness if you travel this lake in winters, but all seasons offer different sights to unfold at Gosaikunda.

According to Hindu mythology, Lord Shiva drank water from this very lake after swallowing poison to protect the world. This lake is of great value to both Hindus and Buddhists alike. And hundreds of pilgrims pay a visit at particular occasions of Gangadashara and Janai Poornima.

Flight Route

Upon taking a flight from Kathmandu, TIA, you will reach Gosaikunda after 15-17 minutes of flying. This flight will start at an altitude of 1400m and ends at an altitude of 4380m. Spending more than 30 minutes at this lake might result in altitude sickness, but this is very unlikely to happen.

An abridged tour of Gosaikunda is all awe-inspiring, Silent, beautiful lake, all with the backdrop of the arrangement of Langtang mountain speaks serenity aloud. This whole beautiful experience comes to an end after having breakfast at a tea house in Gosaikunda.

This place has 108(lakes) in total. Some well-known lakes are Saraswati Kunda, Bhairab Kunda, Surya Kunda, Naga Kunda and Gosai Kunda. As Gosaikunda is at a high altitude, the weather is unpredictable. It might be sunny, and the next thing you know, it is snowing while experiencing Gosaikunda Heli Tour with Raconteur Adventure.

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Pathivara Helicopter Ride is one of the easiest choices to explore the amazing landscapes of Pahivara and indulge in the spiritual serenity of goddess Pathivara. It lies in the eastern part of Nepal. Helicopter rides solely are breathtaking, but Pathivara Ride is one of the prominent helicopter rides to engage in the Himalayan nation. Pathivara Helicopter ride rewards you the mind-boggling view of staggering snow-capped Mt.Kanchenjunga in the Kumbakarna Himalayan region.

Pathivara temple is one of the most important temples for Hindus where the powerful goddess is celebrated. Snowfall surrounds the temple during winters and during the dry season, Pathivara renders some of the best picturesque views of blistering mountains and amazing landscapes. Pathivara temple is in Taplejung district and it is considered as “Shakti Peeths”, which translates to the energy source in English. Every temple symbolizes a certain kind of energy source, but some temples reflect more energy than others in Nepal. Goddess Pathivara is paid homage as goddess symbolizes wealth and energy. Pathivara temple is one of the holiest temples for Kirants too. Hindu pilgrims offer animals, gold, and silver as an homage to the goddess.

Lying at an altitude of 3,794m above sea level, the temple shares a unique climate and topography. The geography is soothing and is sure to allure all travelers alike. The temple is not only the site to see in this part, but the waterfall at Sawa and the Timbug pond near the temple equally allures you.

Short Itinerary

Your helicopter ride commences from Bhadrapur or Biratnagar airport. There is a helipad near the temple, to reach Pathivara. You can take either a direct flight to Bhadrapur or Biratnagar or drive to these business cities of Nepal. Upon reaching the helipad in Pathivara, the temple is just within short walking distance. Hiking is another possible way to reach Pathivara temple, but not everybody can do the hiking here. Raconteur Adventure is here to promise you all the logistics including taking care of your safety and security. So, let us handle your needful, just book this breathtaking Pathivara helicopter ride with us, Raconteur Adventure, and create stories to share forthcoming generation.

Highlights of the Trip

• Mind-boggling view of blistering mountain Kanchenjunga and other mountains in the Kumbakarna range.
• Exploration of local culture, lifestyle, and heritage.
• Spiritual serenity of Pathivara temple
• Satisfying sightseeing of landscapes and landmarks including Sawa and Timbung Pokhari(Lake).
• Bird’s eye view of green lands, mountains, and other landscapes.

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