Mountain Flight to Annapurna Base Camp & Pokhara – Helicopter Tour
Why we love it?
The Mountain Flight to Annapurna Base Camp and Pokhara is a 4-hour and 30-minute helicopter tour that offers breathtaking aerial views of the Annapurna mountain range. This experience is ideal for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts who wish to witness the stunning Himalayan landscape without the strenuous trek. The tour includes a private or shared helicopter charter, with options to fly directly from Kathmandu to Annapurna Base Camp and then to Pokhara, or vice versa. Distinctive features of this tour include onboard oxygen support for high altitudes, ensuring safety and comfort, as well as the convenience of airport pickup and drop-off services.
Inclusions
- ✅ Private or shared helicopter charter flight (Kathmandu–ABC–Pokhara–Kathmandu or direct ABC–Kathmandu route)
- ✅ Government taxes and service charges
- ✅ Oxygen cylinder & emergency oxygen support on board
- ✅ National Park Permit and TIMS card (if required)
- ✅ Airport pickup and drop-off services
- ✅ Ground time at Annapurna Base Camp and optional Pokhara stopover
- ✅ Passenger insurance during the helicopter flight
Exclusions
- ❌ Personal nature expenses (meals, drinks, etc.)
- ❌ Tips for pilot or ground crew (optional but appreciated)
- ❌ Accommodation or meals in Pokhara (if staying overnight)
- ❌ Any extra costs due to weather delays or personal itinerary changes
- ❌ Travel insurance (recommended)
Itinerary
Mountain Flight to Annapurna Base Camp & Pokhara – Helicopter Tour
Tour Highlights
- Spectacular aerial views of the Annapurna Massif, Machapuchare (Fishtail), Dhaulagiri, and surrounding peaks.
- Land at Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m)—witness the heart of the Himalayas without days of trekking.
- Enjoy a peaceful lakeside break in Pokhara, Nepal’s serene adventure capital.
- Ample time for photography and exploration during ground landings.
- Short and comfortable—perfect for families, senior travellers, honeymooners, or luxury seekers.
- Operated by experienced pilots with deep knowledge of mountain flying in Nepal.
Trip Overview
- Tour Duration: 3.5–4.5 hours (from Kathmandu and back)
- Start/End Point: Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
- Best Season: March to May | September to December
- Landing Points: Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) + Pokhara (optional)
- Group Size: Private charter or group sharing (max 5 persons per flight depending on weight limit)
- Max Elevation: 4,130 meters / 13,550 feet
Please Note
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Traveler pickup is offered
- Our airport representative will receive you from Kathmandu International Airport and transfer you to the hotel. Your guide will meet you to brief you about the trip in the hotel.
- Airports
- Tribhuvan Airport, Kathmandu, Nepal
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 0 hours before start
Non-refundable after 0 hours before start
