Year-round helicopter tours are available in Nepal to the Everest, Annapurna, and Langtang regions, providing you with plenty of chances to take in the breathtaking scenery and Himalayas. Your favorite, Hiking Adventure Trekking Pvt. Ltd., the innovators of helicopter tours in Nepal, recognizes that not everyone is in perfect health due to lockdowns and that you don't want to spend an extended amount of time in the environment. Thus, while adhering to all safety and health regulations, we are actively planning to provide various of our all-time favorite helicopter tours. Our helicopter trips are made to provide you with the most experience in the least amount of time. Since you can travel to your desired destination at any time, helicopter tours are the most popular tourist activity in Nepal.
Flying over the majestic Himalayan Mountains, especially to the top of the world is an incredible and awesome experience as you get close to some of the most pristine mountain peaks. Also, as the helicopter flies at low heights often, it gives you an opportunity to get a close look at natural beauty, an eyeful view of the entire Himalayan range, and rural life.
They say that views from the top are always awesome. You see one who cannot fly or at places where one cannot fly, they use Drones today for viewing as well as Photography. So a Helicopter Tour is the best available option.
Preparing for Helicopter Tours in Nepal- Packing and clothing?
Helicopter Tours need some preparations to gain a great experience. First things first, get a good camera to capture the bird-eye view of Kathmandu Valley, northern mountains, and of course, settlements as you fly over them high. Of course, we would recommend you to keep a balance between taking pictures and simply enjoying the moment. Helicopter flights are exciting and each ascend/descend fills you up with adrenaline. Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated and avoid alcoholic beverages to avoid altitude/motion sickness. Carrying some snacks is useful as well.
We recommend wearing a pair of warm trousers, t-shirts/shirt, down-jacket, light jacket, boots, and UV-protected sunglasses during the trip. Do use/carry moisturizer and sunscreen to protect your skin from cold and direct sunlight. While wearing caps and mufflers be extra cautious about loose clothing while getting on/off the chopper.
Weight limits for High Altitude Helicopter Tours in Nepal
Helicopters come with a weight limit. In high-altitude flights, weight is one of the significant aspects of flying. Hence, avoid carrying heavy backpacks. Wear what you need, and carry a very light bag if you need it (to keep water, snacks, and a purse). If you can do without a bag, that’s even better. This protocol is directed by the captain and should be strictly followed.
Safety Precautions and Insurance
- Listen to the flight brief and follow all the directions provided by the pilot. Buy travel insurance that covers the cost of evacuation and medical expenses when traveling to remote areas. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by a helicopter flight. For this trip, keep in mind the following precautions.
- Always wait for the captain’s signal to get on/off the aircraft. Approach the aircraft from the front left and front right side only – where the pilot can clearly see you.
- Duck while walking towards the aircraft or away from it. Make sure clothing that can fly off easily – is tightened. If you lose any items, don’t pursue them.
Helicopter flight tour safety measures
The Flying hours and brief stopovers depend upon the weather and pilot's decision, whether it’s perfect for stops and landing at villages or Everest base camp, as the Himalayan weather can be unpredictable sometimes during late afternoon times.
We will try our best to cover important highlights stops on this Helicopter trip as much as possible providing you with extra time to witness local culture and visit monasteries, as mentioned above with a full enjoyable time on our Helicopter Flights.
The Helicopters we use
For the Helicopter Tours in Nepal in the private sector we are operating: the Eurocopter b3, i.e. AS350b3e series of helicopters which are manufactured by Euro Copter, France which are very popular all over the world. It is regarded as one of the most versatile helicopters and is suitable for mountain flying and all types of helicopter missions. Comfortable Seating Arrangements – 5 seats excluding Pilot – can fly up to an altitude of 23,000 feet.
Another helicopter is the powerful Russian-made MI-17. This is a big bird, capable of transporting four tons of cargo. MI-17s can reach altitudes well in excess of 5,000 m and have been known to land at Everest Base Camp. They offer excellent utility and reliability under extreme conditions. These helicopters are usually chartered for the bigger group or large cargo.
We operate tours on a charter basis for individuals, couples, families, and a group of friends. We provide the best of guides and pilots, who are experts and professionals in this line of job with more than decades of experience with full knowledge of flora-fauna, local culture, and history with the traditional life of the villagers including Eco-tourism and responsible tourism caring, preserving and respecting local culture and saving the pristine environment from destruction. They all are well trained with medical knowledge and can help you when an emergency arises, and also well equipped in case of emergency evacuation.
