Janakpur Heli Tour

Overview

A private morning pilgrimage to the birthplace of Sita. The Janakpur Heli Tour (about 3 hours, about 60 minutes of flying) takes you by helicopter from Kathmandu over the Mahabharat hills and down to the Terai plains in about 30 minutes, to Janakpurdham – the ancient capital of King Janak’s Mithila kingdom, where Sita (Janaki), consort of Lord Ram, is believed to have been found and raised. It is the fastest and most comfortable way to combine darshan at Janakpur’s great temples with a scenic flight.

From the air you see the terraced hills of Kavre and Sindhuli, the Kamala and Bagmati rivers and the patchwork of rice fields and ponds of the Terai. In Janakpur you visit the white marble Janaki Mandir, completed in 1910 in a blend of Mughal and Rajput styles and the largest temple in Nepal, for darshan, and – time permitting – the Vivah Mandap, the wedding pavilion of Ram and Sita, and the sacred Ganga Sagar pond. The bright Mithila paintings on house walls are a highlight of this colourful region. After 30–45 minutes on the ground you fly back to Kathmandu.

Airport transfers with an escort, the helicopter flight and permits are included; ground transport between Janakpur airport and the temple and entrance fees are paid locally.

Why choose this tour?

Janaki Mandir darshan in a single morning from Kathmandu.
Private helicopter with scenic views of the hills and Terai.
Ideal for pilgrims, seniors and families.

Who is it for?

Hindu pilgrims and travellers with limited time. The grade is easy. Janakpur is hot from April to June; Vivah Panchami and Ram Navami are the most festive (and busiest) times.

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Trip Facts

Tour Code: PTT-HELI-TR-008
Duration: 1 Day
Program Type: Heli Tour
Maximum Altitude: 74m
Minimum Pax: 3
Mode of Travel: Hlicopter
Start Trip: Kathmandu Hotel
End Trip: Kathmandu Hotel
Program Grading: Easy

Trip at a Glance

Day 01: Helicopter tour Kathmandu – Janakpur (Janaki Mandir and Vivah Mandap) – Kathmandu

Trip Highlights

Scenic helicopter flight over the Mahabharat hills to the Terai
Darshan at Janaki Mandir, Nepal's largest temple
Vivah Mandap, wedding pavilion of Ram and Sita
Colourful Mithila art and culture

Itinerary in Details

Day 01Helicopter tour Kathmandu – Janakpur (Janaki Mandir and Vivah Mandap) – Kathmandu
About 3 hours | Flight about 30 minutes each way | Altitude: 74 m

You are picked up early and fly to Janakpur. Visit Janaki Mandir for darshan and, if time allows, the Vivah Mandap (30–45 minutes on the ground), then fly back to Kathmandu for your hotel drop-off.
- CountryNepal
- Travel ModeDrive: 8 km / 30 min · Fly (Kathmandu to Janakpur): 30 min · Fly (Janakpur to Kathmandu): 30 min
- Places VisitedJanakpur, Janaki Mandir, Vivah Mandap

Services Included

Airport transfers with an escorts by Private Vehicle
Kathmandu-Janakpur-Kathmandu Helicopter Flight
All necessary Permits

Services Excluded

Extra Time Spending
Any extra expenses arising out of various unforeseen situation like natural calamities that are beyond our control
Snacks, soft drinks and any personal items
Any items not mentioned in above include section
Monuments Entrance Fee
Janakpur Airport- Janaki Temple – Janakpur Airport taxi fare.

Trip Notes

Notes for this flight

Weather and flying: helicopter flights depend on mountain visibility and usually depart early in the morning, when skies are clearest. If the weather is unsafe the flight is delayed, rescheduled or cancelled for your safety; please keep a spare day if possible.
Weight and seats: helicopters (typically Airbus AS350 B3 or Bell 407) carry up to 5 passengers at lower altitudes but fewer at high landing sites because of weight limits. Please tell us each passenger's weight when booking.
Altitude: high landing sites are reached within minutes from Kathmandu without acclimatisation, so ground time is kept short. Move slowly, avoid exertion and tell the pilot at once if you feel unwell. People with heart, lung or blood-pressure problems, pregnant women and infants should consult a doctor first.
What to bring: warm jacket, hat, gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen and camera; bring your passport for the airport and permit checks.
Ground time: 30–45 minutes. Local transport from Janakpur airport to the temple and entrance fees are not included.

Types of Heli: Bell 407 GXP / B3
Maximum Weight: 500 kg [3 pax]
Ground waiting time: 30 – 45 Mins

FAQ

1 days. It starts in Kathmandu Hotel and ends there. It is a day trip with hotel pick-up and drop-off. The day-by-day itinerary above shows travel times, places visited and meals for each day.

October to March is the most pleasant time on the Terai plains; February to May is best for wildlife sightings but April to June is hot. The tour runs all year, with fewer activities in the July–August monsoon.

The grade is easy, with a maximum altitude of about 74 m. It is suitable for most travellers, including families with children and seniors; walking is mostly short and on paved paths or easy trails.

Flights are operated by licensed Nepali helicopter companies with experienced mountain pilots. Mountain flights depend on visibility; if the weather is unsafe, the flight is rescheduled to the next suitable day or, if that is not possible, refunded according to the operator's policy. Morning departures usually have the clearest skies.

Most mountain helicopters carry up to 5 passengers, with weight limits that vary with altitude. You can book individual seats on a group flight or charter the whole helicopter for a private trip.

Dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered, remove shoes where asked, walk clockwise around stupas and prayer wheels, and avoid touching offerings. Leather items are not allowed in some Hindu temples.

Yes. Your guide can help you arrange puja, offerings or special rituals with the temple priests. Please tell us your wishes in advance so we can allow enough time.

Airport transfers with an escorts by Private Vehicle; Kathmandu-Janakpur-Kathmandu Helicopter Flight; All necessary Permits.

Extra Time Spending; Any extra expenses arising out of various unforeseen situation like natural calamities that are beyond our control; Snacks, soft drinks and any personal items; Any items not mentioned in above include section; Monuments Entrance Fee; Janakpur Airport- Janaki Temple – Janakpur Airport taxi fare.

Yes. We run this tour privately for your group on the dates you choose, and we can tailor it – add extra nights, change or upgrade hotels, add activities, flights or a guide in your language (Russian, German, French, Spanish, Chinese or Hindi on request). Just send us your wishes.

The Charterer will be liable to pay 100% of the positioning flight and 25% of the contract amount in the event of cancellation of charter flight by the Charterer. Please see the Cancellation Policy section for full details.

We offer variance type of flights as per the your interest and needs like Skydiving,VIP flights, Human Sling Operation, Pilgrimage tour, Aerial Mountain sightseeing, Rescue evacuation, projects, Aerial filming and photography, Charter, Heli-trekking, Trans-border flights, etc. Apart from the above mentioned if you have any other needs please do not hesitate to contact us and we would be more than happy to help you.

Yes, we offer Pilgrimage tours especially for our Hindu and Buddhist clients such as Mt. Kailash (6638m), Muktinath (3798m), Damodar Kunda (4890m), Gosaikunda (4380m), Halesi, Lumbini etc.

Ambulance (as a helicopter/aero plane) needs to have a doctor onboard with necessary equipments. An air ambulance service is a service used for medical evacuation for clients from all over the country in case of emergencies or serious health conditions. It is equipped with most of the necessary medical facilities for evacuation such as oxygen, first aid kit etc

We take patients to Norvic Hospital (www.norvichospital.com)(located at Thapathali about 4kms from the airport, one of the best and medically equipped (to the highest standards) Hospitals of Nepal. Also if you have your own choice of a Hospital you would like to be taken to, we would be more than glad to help/assist you get there.

Yes, Helicopters are permitted to land at the hospital premises if need be during rescue evacuations provided the hospital has a helipad or an open space wide and safe enough for us to land. The different hospitals that have facilities as mentioned above include Shahid Gangalal Heart Care Hospital, Teaching Hospital (Kathmandu), Manipal Hospital (Pokhara) or any Army hospital if they give us the authority to.

Cancellation Policy

The Charterer will be liable to pay 100% of the positioning flight and 25% of the contract amount in the event of cancellation of charter flight by the Charterer.

Booking Policy

Booking your Nepal tour with Pigeon Travel & Tours is easy:

Book online with the Book Now button when it is active, or send us the enquiry form / email with your dates, number of travellers and hotel preference.
A deposit of 20–30% of the total tour cost is required to confirm your booking.
The remaining balance is payable on arrival in Kathmandu, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Domestic flight tickets, permits and other non-refundable items included in the package are paid at the time of confirmation.
Please send a copy of your passport and your arrival/departure flight details so that we can arrange pick-up, hotels and tickets.
Your booking is confirmed once the deposit and the completed booking details are received and we send you a written confirmation.

Child Policy

We welcome families, and children are very welcome on our Nepal tours.

Under 5 years: free of charge when sharing their parents' room and bed (no extra bed).
5 to 12 years: discounted child rate – please ask us for the exact price for your dates and hotel.
Above 12 years: charged the full adult rate.
An extra bed or a separate room for children is charged as per the hotel's policy; domestic flights are charged at the airline's child fare.
Children under 10 years receive a free (gratis) Nepal tourist visa on arrival.

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Janakpur Heli Tour

Overview

Why choose this tour?

Who is it for?

Trip Highlights

Itinerary in Details

Services Included

Services Excluded

Trip Notes

FAQ

Cancellation Policy

Booking Policy

Child Policy

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Janakpur Heli Tour

Overview

Why choose this tour?

Who is it for?

Trip Highlights

Itinerary in Details

Services Included

Services Excluded

Trip Notes

FAQ

1. How long is the Janakpur Heli Tour and where does it start and end?

2. When is the best time to do this tour?

3. How difficult is it, and is it suitable for children or seniors?

4. Is the helicopter tour safe, and what if the weather is bad?

5. How many passengers fit in the helicopter?

6. What should I wear when visiting temples in Nepal?

7. Can I perform puja or special rituals during the tour?

8. What is included in the price?

9. What is not included?

10. Is this a private tour? Can I customise it?

11. What is the cancellation policy?

12. What are the common types of Heli lights?

13. Do you operate Pilgrimage tours?

14. What is an Air Ambulance Service?

15. Where is the nearest clinic/hospital for treatment after the medical evacuation?

16. Do you have permission to land at the hospital premises after the rescue missions?

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