12/12/2022
Annapurna Base Camp Heli Tour
Cost :-690 $ /Per person in 4 Member Base .
Cost Includes :-
-2 Nights Hotel In Kathmandu -Hotel Holy Himalaya (BB)
-1 Night -Hotel In Pokhara (BB)
-Private helicopter
-All Transportation
-Flight to Pokhara and Get back
-Guide in Kathmandu,Pokhara
-All Entrance and Permit
-Farewell Dinner at Nepali Chulo
-All required Permits and Entrance Ticket
-Insurance for Guide and Porter
Cost Excludes
-Personal Expenses
-Bottle Drinks
-Insurance
-All Medical Expenses
-Tipping For Guide
This tour is a magical show of the beautiful Himalayas ,which provides a dramatic adventure to the Annpurna first ,8091 M along with some of the most breathtaking tourist destinations in Nepal
Annapurna Base Camp,which is also famous with name of Annapurna sanctuary sit -uted in 40 KM north of the naturally beautiful city ,Pokhara .It is an oval-shaped plateau placed at altitude of 4130 M.Since ,The sanctuary is circled by giant mountains of the Annapurna massif on all sides ,it is confidently said that ,the best 360 degree panoramic mountain view in Himalaya .The Annapurna range includes six beautiful peaks which all of them are over 7000 M .It contains Annapurna I(8091M) ,Annapurna II (7937 M) ,Annapurna III(7219M) , Annapurna IV(7525 M) ,Annapurna South (7219 M) and Gangapurna (7455M) and many more .For sure , Mt. Fishtail (6993 M ) is dominating the circumstances there .
ITINERARY
Day 01 : Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport ,Kathmandu (1400M)
Our staff will stand outside the arrival gate with your name plate .Right after our staff meet you , we will transfer to Thamel where our hotel is booked for a night's stay . It is just 7 KM and takes 25 minutes to reach the Hotel .
You will have free time or you can buy the needy things for upcoming days .
In the evening :- we will have a briefing for a tour .
Day 02: Fly to Half Day Tour then fly to Pokhara .
7:00 AM :Breakfast .
8:00 AM : Leave hotel for warming up tour near to Thamel (SwayambhuNath Stupa and Kathmandu Durbar Square=Both of it is UNESCO heritage site ).Swayambhu nath stupa is at 15 minutes driving distance from your hotel at Thamel which is also famous as Moneky temple . After spending an hour at Stupa , we will drive to Kathmandu Durbar Square , a historic and ancient palace square set up by the Malla Dynasty (13-18 CAD) ; however there is certain history from the Licchavi Dynasty (1 -9 CAD) as well .The most notable monument are Kumari Ghar(built at 18 CAD by Last King of Malla Dynasty ) and Kasthamandap temple (built in 7CAD) . Surely , will have a glance of Kumari (literally living goddess ) and will receive a blessing for a successful journey .
10:30 AM : Ride a Riksa(three wheeler ) to get back to the Hotel -this offers you an experience of the local market of Kathmandu .
12:30PM: Departure for Pokhara
Our airport representative and driver will transfer you to the domestic terminal (runway is the same for international and domestic flights )
2:00 PM :Fly to Pokhara ( 822M).
This 25 Minutes flight offers you a majestic mountain view on your right side .Our airport representative will stand with your name plate at arrival (don't expect a more facilitated airport ) .Right after you meet our representative ,you will be transferred to the hotel . Evening you will have an evening walk on the lakeside .During this walk you will have a chance to see Arati (hindu's light offering ceremony) infront of Tal Barahi Temple . Dinner at any restaurant around and get back to the hotel .
Day 03: The Big day ( fly to Annapurna base camp and get back to Pokhara )-Tour around Pokhara -Evening drive to world peace stupa (1100M) for sun set view ).
6:30 AM : Leave the hotel for Airport .
6:45 AM:Reached at the airport .
7:15 AM:Fly towards Annapurna base camp -The Helicopter takes off from Pokhara airport ;whirling over the city , heading to the north and towards the Annapurna region .As you gain altitude you are instantly presented with Annapurna mountain ranges shining at a distance .In minutes ,will enter the Annapurna conservation Area which extend to 7629 Sqm covering Manang ,Mustang ,Kaski ,Myagdi and Lamjung Districts .Approximatley 25 min of flying and gaining altitude ; will reach the Annapurna sanctuary .The helicopter lands at the Annapurna Base Camp at an altitude of 4130 M.7:35AM :Reached Annapurna Base Camp -Once you land at Base Camp ,you will find yourself bound with great mountains and many peaks from almost every corner .You will have 10-15 minutes time to memorized surrounding atmosphere .
7:45 AM : After roaming around the plateau , prepare for getting back to Pokhara .25 minutes mesmerizing flight will land at Pokhara airport .
8:45AM:Reached hotel. You will have breakfast .
9:45 AM:Leave hotel for Pokhara Sightseeing (International mountain museum,Tibetan refugee camp and Gupteswar Cave)
13:00 PM: Will drop you at Restaurant for lunch and will have free time . You can get back to the hotel on your own .
4:30 PM:Drive to world peace stupa for sun set view .
6:30 PM:Drop to Restaurant for dinner. After dinner we will drop to the hotel or you can have free time .
Overnight at the Hotel .
Day 04:Fly to Kathmandu -Sightseeing to Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa
After Breakfast ,our driver will transfer to the airport to fly Kathmandu .Then we will directly visit Pasupatinath Temple ;hindu's sacred temple where you will encounter the cremation process of hindu . After one and half hours ,will drive to Boudhanath stupa ;a Buddhist sacred monument built on the 5th CAD .
Lunch at Stupa view restaurant .After lunch ;drive to Hotel .
Evening:farewell dinner .
Day 05:Fly Back to Home.
We will transfer to the international airport before 3 and half hours .
Note:Itinerary is always changeable with climate .
Climate :
Average Temperature :
Spring
March : (4 to -10) Degree Celsius
April :(8 to -4 )Degree Celsius
May: (14 to -0) Degree Celsius
Summer
June: (16 -3)Celsius Degree
July: (18 -6) Degree Celsius
August:(19-7 )Degree Celsius
Autumn
September: (20 to 0) Degree Celsius
October: (16 to -6)Degree Celsius
November:(11 to -10 )Degree Celsius
Winter
December :(9.3 to -14) Degree Celsius
January :(7 to -19)Degree Celsius
February :(6 to -20) Degree Celsius
Checklist
Weatherproof Down Jacket
UV protection sunglasses
A water bottle
Sunscreen and Lip Balm
Silk Scarf
Toiletries
Full sleeve clothing
Warm pair of trouser
Camera Essentials
etc .
FAQ
1.Is the ABC heli tour in Nepal safe ?
- In short ,Yes .Every airline prioritizes safety on any types of tours that they operate . Flight takes off only after a well enough inspection of weather conditions and wind direction .
2.How long does the Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter tour in Nepal take ?
- 50 min . flight time and 30 minutes ground time .Whereas ,if you wish to get from Kathmandu it will take longer .
3.Do we land more than one stop ?
-No,we don't .Since ABC is just 40 KM away from Pokhara ,There is no need to stop at more than one place.
4.What is the maximum altitude that we reach during the tour ?
-It is uncertain when we fly but for landing and taking off ,maximum altitude will be 4130 m .For this kind of tour ,the heli reaches well over 45000 Feet .
5.Do helicopters carry oxygen tanks for an emergency ?
-Yes
6.What is the best time for the ABC heli tour in Nepal ?
-Autumn and spring are the Best .
Cautions :
Always be in the line of sight of your pilot .Enter /exit the helicopter from the side or front .
Make sure you are wearing seat belt properly
Don't leave your anointed seat until the pilot has signaled it is safe to do so.
Weight distribution is important in Helicopters,so we will try to arrange seats accordingly.
No Smoking unles-s you have received permission from the captain