Mardi Himal Helicopter Tour

Mardi Himal region is filled with immense beauty that enchants travelers all around the world. The pristine natural wonders of the area are ideal for travelers to explore. However, not everyone can trek the incredible region’s rugged uphill and downhill terrains.

For some, the physically demanding adventure might be tough, while for others, trekking might simply not be their cup of tea. Hence, for those travelers, a helicopter tour is the best option to explore the region. The Mardi Himal helicopter tour is an exciting aerial adventure in the Mardi Peak Base Camp (4500m).

You arrive after flying past the incredible snow-clad mountains and hills. This outstanding tour will provide you with one of the best thrills of your lifetime. Our Mardi Himal Helicopter Tour package is a scenic heli adventure to the lap of Mardi Peak. This quick luxurious helicopter tour takes you to the ultimate destination of Mardi Himal. The region has only recently been open to the public. Hence, the beautiful terrains still retain their virgin beauty.

The incredible natural beauty, dramatic terrains, and pristine atmosphere make this trip worthwhile. It takes less than an hour to complete the journey to the base camp of the Mardi Himal. The beautiful journey takes you over the sweeping valleys and green hilly landscapes. It allows you to skip the winding trains that require you to hike for 5-6 hours each day.

It is also ideal for those who can’t take out much time from their schedule. The beautiful flight takes you to the top of the snow-clad mountains, which makes the trip quite beautiful. The harsh terrains that would have taken at least a week to complete through trekking. The region’s beautiful landscape provides you with a grand vista of the area.

There is no need for training and a high level of fitness is also not required. However, you need to prepare for the trek so that you will be able to tackle altitude sickness. The beautiful views of Mardi Himal, Mt. Annapurna I-IV, Mt. Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, Gangapurna, and other snow-clad peaks make the trek quite attractive. The helicopter stops for around 30 minutes to explore and take incredible pictures of the region.

The tour allows you to observe the region’s mountain vistas and take incredible pictures. You will then fly back as your trip ends. The helicopter trip in the gorgeous terrain is run by experienced professionals that can handle any emergency conditions. Overall, the Mardi Himal Helicopter tour is a sublime travel experience. Contact us for more information about the helicopter tour in detail and book your trip now. Happy traveling!

Best time for Mardi Himal Helicopter Tour

The beautiful Mardi Himal helicopter tour is ideal on a stable weather day at any time of the year. However, in the peak seasons of Spring and Autumn, you will have the best chance of flight as there are clear days with no overcast conditions. There is mild weather with moderate temperatures, which is ideal for helicopter travel.

In the Spring and Autumn seasons, there is clear visibility with fewer chances of delays and cancellations in the region. The temperatures range around 15-20 Degrees Celsius. Spring is beautiful, with scenic landscapes throughout the region. The views are spectacular, with majestic views of the snow-clad mountains in the region in Autumn. There are lovely flora and fauna in the area as well.

In summer, the region’s hot and humid conditions with heavy rainfall are prevalent. This makes the tour challenging to proceed with. In the winter, there is heavy snowfall, with overcast and foggy conditions, which makes it difficult to continue with the helicopter tour. There are high weather-related challenges like thunderstorms and others in the region.

Why take the Mardi Himal Base Camp Helicopter Tour?

Quick and Accessible tour

The Mardi Himal Base Camp tour is a quick and accessible tour that gets completed in just a single day. You will have the best time in the region and can book the tour any time. The tour allows trekkers to arrive at the mountain without any harsh trekking journey that would have taken you a lot of days. The beautiful trail takes you through the remote terrains without any hassles.

Scenic views

The Mardi Himal Helicopter Tour provides you with the best views of the entire region. The scenic trails allow you to explore the scenic landscapes in all their glory. The snow-clad mountains look spectacular from the top. There are other spectacular natural diversities that you can observe along the trail. The aerial view from the helicopter will make you feel closer to the Himalayas.

Fewer delays and cancellations

Helicopter flights have fewer delays and cancellations as they can fly even in low visibility conditions. You will get to travel swiftly without any hassles. The helicopter trip has private and group-sharing options, so you can fly any time of the day as you wish. It would not get delayed unless there were significant weather conditions like heavy rainfall, snowfall, thunderstorms, etc.

Cost of Mardi Himal Base Camp Helicopter Tour

The Mardi Himal Base Camp Helicopter tour cost depends upon the type of tour you choose. There are two options: group joining and private tour. The group joining the tour is ideal if you are traveling alone and looking for company.

On the other hand, the private tour is perfect if you love traveling with your family and friends. However, the helicopter trip is only for five passengers. Mardi Himal Base Camp costs around per person for a group of five. You can share it with fellow passengers.

Private charter cost: $1300-$1500

Group joining: $350-$500, depending on the group size.

Itinerary

Phase 1: Pick up and Transfer to the airport.

Our team members will pick you up from your pickup point at around 6 AM and then take you to the airport in Pokhara.

Phase 2: Proceed with the formalities and board the flight

You can complete formalities at the airport and then board the flight.

Phase 3: Fly to Mardi Himal Base Camp

From the airport, you will fly to the Mardi Himal Base Camp. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the base camp.

Phase 4: Landing at the Mardi Himal Base Camp and exploring around

You will fly for 20-25 minutes and then arrive at the base camp. After arriving at the base camp, you will explore for half an hour. You can observe the beautiful Himalayan vista of the region, including Mardi Himal, Mt. Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, etc.

Phase 5: Fly back to Pokhara

After incredible exploration in the Mardi Himal Base Camp, you will return.

Phase 6: Drop off at your destination

From the airport, our team members will transfer you to your destination.

Cost Includes

  • All airport transfers
  • All permits, government tax, airport tax
  • Helicopter ride and sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Airport tax and government tax
  • a bottle of drinking water each

Cost Excludes

  • Items not included in the price include section
  • Any meals and drinks during the trip
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Emergency evacuation expenses
  • Tip
Is there a weight limit on the helicopter?

Yes, the maximum weight limit on the helicopter is 450 kg, which includes the passengers and their luggage. Hence, you should not carry more than 50 kg of luggage.

Is travel insurance required for the helicopter trip?

Travel insurance is essential for the Mardi Himal Base Camp Helicopter tour. Travel insurance will cover various aspects like medical emergencies, accidents, theft, damage, loss, etc.

How long is the Mardi Himal Base Camp helicopter tour?

The helicopter tour to Mardi Himal is 3-4 hours long. While the helicopter will land 30 minutes for exploration, the rest is travel duration. You can observe the best views of the entire region, including the majestic Himalayas.

Can children take the Mardi Himal helicopter trip?

Yes, children can take this helicopter tour. The children’s guardians must be responsible for them and ensure they remain comfortable in their seats. Children above 2.5 years are considered adults for counting seats.

Are pets allowed on the helicopter tour?

No, pets are not allowed in the helicopter.

What should we wear for the Mardi Himal helicopter tour?

The Mardi Himal helicopter tour clothes depend upon the time of the year you are traveling in. In the peak season of spring and autumn, you can wear lightweight clothes. However, the weather remains chilly at the high altitude, so an extra down jacket is ideal. If you travel in winter, you can wear warm clothes with thermals, a fleece jacket, and a down jacket.

What types of helicopter tours are available in the region?

The two types of helicopter trou are private and group joining the tour. You can take the personal trip if you are traveling with your family and friends, whereas you can take the group joining tour if you are traveling solo.

How many passengers are allowed on the trip?

There are around five passengers allowed on the trip.

How are the pilots and the crew members?

The pilots are highly trained with many years of experience in high-altitude aviation. The crew members are also trained in first aid, and other facilities know how to handle emergency conditions.

What are the emergency medical facilities in the region?

The medical facilities available in the region include first aid provided. The ground crew members follow safety protocols to help them in any conditions. There are various emergency evacuation facilities along with supplemental oxygen.

Are there any Risks of altitude sickness?

Since you will be climbing, arriving at the higher altitude from a relatively low altitude in a few hours, you will get prone to high altitude. There is no time and place to acclimatize during the short-duration tour, which makes the risk of altitude sickness high among trekkers.

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Mardi Himal Helicopter Tour