Muktinath Heli Tour from Pokhara

Overview

Muktinath is one of the holiest places in the Himalaya. Hindus revere it as Mukti Kshetra, the “place of salvation” and one of the 108 Divya Desam shrines of Lord Vishnu, and believe that a visit frees the soul from the cycle of rebirth; Buddhists know it as Chumig Gyatsa, the “Hundred Waters”, where Guru Rinpoche meditated. By road it takes a long day each way from Pokhara; on the Muktinath Heli Tour from Pokhara you are there in about 25–30 minutes, with time for darshan, puja and the holy bath, and back the same morning.

The flight is spectacular: up the Kali Gandaki gorge – the deepest on earth – between Dhaulagiri (8,167 m) and Annapurna I (8,091 m), with some 18 snow peaks in view, over the white-walled villages of Marpha and Jomsom and the stark, Tibetan-style landscapes of Lower Mustang. You land close to the temple at about 3,710 m.

At the temple, pilgrims bathe under the 108 bull-headed water spouts and in the two sacred kunds, worship the gold-plated murti of Lord Vishnu and visit the Jwala Mai shrine, where a natural flame burns above flowing water. After about an hour on the ground you fly back to Pokhara. Airport transfers with an escort, the helicopter flight are included; seats can be shared or the helicopter chartered privately.

Why choose this tour?

A complete Muktinath pilgrimage in a single morning.
Flight through the Kali Gandaki gorge between two 8,000 m peaks.
About 60 minutes on the ground for darshan, puja and the holy bath.

Who is it for?

Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims, senior travellers, families and anyone short on time. Best from March to May and September to December.

ITINERARY IN BRIEF WITH LOCATION MAP

Trip Facts

Tour Code: PTT-HELI-TR-006
Duration: 1 Day
Program Type: Heli Tour
Maximum Altitude: 3710m
Minimum Pax: 3
Mode of Travel: Hlicopter
Start Trip: Pokhara
End Trip: Pokhara
Program Grading: Easy

Trip at a Glance

Day 01: Helicopter tour Pokhara – Kali Gandaki gorge – Muktinath Temple – Pokhara

Trip Highlights

Short helicopter flight from Pokhara up the Kali Gandaki gorge
Views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Nilgiri and Tukuche
Darshan, puja and holy bath at Muktinath Temple
Jwala Mai eternal flame
Back in Pokhara by mid-morning

Itinerary in Details

Day 01Helicopter tour Pokhara – Kali Gandaki gorge – Muktinath Temple – Pokhara
About 3 hours in total | Flight about 30 minutes each way | Highest point: Muktinath about 3,710 m
- 07:00 – pick-up from your hotel and transfer to the airport.
- 07:30 – take off into the Kali Gandaki gorge.
- About 08:00 – land near Muktinath; about 60 minutes for darshan, puja/havan and the holy bath under the 108 spouts.
- About 09:30 – back in Pokhara and transfer to your hotel.
- CountryNepal
- Highest PointMuktinath Temple
- Altitude3,762m / 12,343ft
- Travel ModeDrive: 8 km / 30 min · Fly (Pokhara to Muktinath): 30 min · Fly (Muktinath to Pokhara): 30 min
- Places VisitedJomsom, Muktinath Temple

Altitude Chart of Muktinath Heli Tour from Pokhara

Total Flying Time: 1h

Highest point: 12,343 ft / 3,762 m — Day 01 · Helicopter tour Pokhara – Kali Gandaki gorge – Muktinath Temple – Pokhara

Services Included

Airport transfers with an escorts by Private Vehicle
Muktinath Heli sightseeing

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
ACAP (Annapurna conservation’s park fees) and TIMS (Trekker Information Management System) and other necessary permits in Local payment.

ACAP = Npr 2289 / Usd $21 & TIMS = Npr 1000/Usd $10

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: about 60 minutes at Muktinath. Bring a towel, a change of clothes and slippers for the holy bath.
Permits: ACAP and TIMS fees for foreign visitors are paid locally if not included.
Booking: overseas clients are requested to book at least 15 days in advance with a 25% deposit.

Maximum Person: 5
Ground waiting time: 60 Mins

To secure your booking as an overseas client, we expect you to book at least 15 days in advance of the flight date with an initial deposit of 25%.

FAQ

1 days. It starts in Pokhara 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.

March to November is best; Mustang lies in a rain shadow, so it is also a good monsoon destination. Winter (December–February) is very cold and the roads can be affected by snow.

The grade is easy, with a maximum altitude of about 3,710 m. Most healthy travellers manage well, but please take care at high altitude and consult your doctor if you have heart or breathing problems. Children and seniors are welcome with sensible precautions.

Yes. Pokhara is Nepal's adventure capital – tandem paragliding from Sarangkot, the zip-flyer, ultralight flights, bungee jumping, the Annapurna cable car and boating can all be added to your free time. Tell us in advance and we will reserve the best time slot.

Muktinath is at 3,710 m (Lo Manthang about 3,800 m). Most visitors manage well, but you should walk slowly, drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol and tell your guide at once about headache, nausea or breathlessness. People with heart or lung conditions should consult a doctor before travelling.

Bring a towel, a change of clothes, slippers and a plastic bag for wet clothes. The water from the 108 spouts is ice-cold, so many pilgrims bathe quickly in the late morning sun.

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.

Airport transfers with an escorts by Private Vehicle; Muktinath Heli sightseeing.

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; ACAP (Annapurna conservation’s park fees) and TIMS (Trekker Information Management System) and other necessary permits in Local payment.

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.

Cancellation made 7 days before flight: 100% refund. Cancellation made between 7 days-24 hours before flight: 50% refund. Cancellation made between 24 hours and flight: no refund. 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.

Air 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

Cancellation made 7 days before flight: 100% refund
Cancellation made between 7 days-24 hours before flight: 50% refund
Cancellation made between 24 hours and flight: no refund

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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Muktinath Heli Tour from Pokhara

Overview

Why choose this tour?

Who is it for?

Trip Highlights

Itinerary in Details

Altitude Chart of Muktinath Heli Tour from Pokhara

Services Included

Services Excluded

Trip Notes

FAQ

Cancellation Policy

Booking Policy

Child Policy

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Muktinath Heli Tour from Pokhara

Overview

Why choose this tour?

Who is it for?

Trip Highlights

Itinerary in Details

Altitude Chart of Muktinath Heli Tour from Pokhara

Services Included

Services Excluded

Trip Notes

FAQ

1. How long is the Muktinath Heli Tour from Pokhara 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. Can I add paragliding or other adventure activities in Pokhara?

5. Is altitude a problem at Muktinath and in Mustang?

6. What should I bring for the Muktinath holy bath?

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

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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