Langtang Helicopter tour, the fastest way for a thrilling adventure in Nepal. If you want to experience the beauty of the Himalayas, test cheese produced at the height of 3800m, Langtang helicopter tour is the best for you. Aerial view of the Himalayas ranging from 5500m to 7300m in Langtang national park.
Langtang is located in the north-central Himalayas of the Bagmati province of Nepal. Situated 51 km north of the Kathmandu Valley, the region is renowned for hosting the Langtang national park which eventually constitutes the border with the Tibet autonomous region of China. The park contains a wide variety of climatic zones, from subtropical to alpine. Different Trees include deciduous oak and maple, evergreens like pine, and various types of rhododendron. Animal life includes the Himalayan black bear, the goat-like Himalayan tahr, Assam macaque, and red pandas. There are also stories of Yeti sightings.
The park contains some of the popular attractions in Nepal such as Gosainkunda Lake (Sacred to Hindus), Ganesh Kunda, Tamang settlement, Kyanjin monastery (3,800m), Spiritual site of Buddhists. Most of the settlements in the Langtang regions were knockdown by the 2015 earthquake. Some of the highest peaks that can be seen from the Langtang region are Langtang Lirung (7,234m), Langtang Ri (7,205m), Dorje Lakpa (6,966m), Loenpo Gang (6,979m), and Changbu (6,781m).
Langtang helicopter tour begins Early Morning from the domestic terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport. Arriving at the airport one of the Prabhu helicopter representatives will come to entertain you.
Airport personnel will escort you to the check-in counter for collecting information like body temperature, covid-19 declaration, and baggage weight. After all, this is done, you will be escorted to the helipad for a brief introduction about the captain and some safety precautions to be taken before, during, and after the flight as well as at the time of emergency. Finishing the safety briefing the helicopter takes off and heads towards the north. Flying above Gosaikunda and different Tamang settlements along the way. We will land at the final destination Kyanjin Gompa of Langtang helicopter tour. Here you can enjoy the Kyanjin Cheese factory which was established by the Nepal government to support the Tamang culture and lifestyle.
Trip Highlights
- Langtang mountain range
- Bird-eye view of Gosaikunda and other lakes
- The Kyanjin Cheese factory
- Opportunity to learn the culture and ritual of Kyanjin
Facts about Gosaikunda Bhagwati Tour
Trip Name: |
Langtang Helicopter Tour |
Tour Type |
Charter Flight |
Maximum Group |
5 Persons |
Maximum Elevation |
13399 ft. |
Flight Duration |
60 minutes (2 way) |
Maximum Weight |
450 kg |
Best Season |
Feb, March, April, September, November |
Best Time To Fly |
Early in the Morning |
Landing Points |
Kyanjin Gompa |
Himalayan Sights |
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Langtang Helicopter Route
Kathmandu (TIA) – Langtang National Park – Gosaikunda – Langtang Mountain Range – Kyanjin Gompa – Back to Kathmandu (TIA)
Heli Tour Cost Includes:
- Departure fee
- Passenger Insurance
- Ground time cost
- Round heli trip
Heli Tour Cost Excludes:
- Personal nature expenses
- Accommodation at Kathmandu
- Drop and Pick- up from TIA
- Airport tax
Clothing and Preparations
- Windproof Down Jacket (preferably waterproof too)
- Warm Trousers
- Sunhat and woolen cap
- Scarf
- Sunglasses/Goggles
- Sunscreen (preferably of SPF30+ for full protection)
- A bottle of water
- Toilet paper and other necessities
- Mobiles and cameras
- Your passport or passport copy
Safety Notes for Makalu Base Camp Helicopter Tours:
There are some important things to remember regarding safety and regulations as well as the trip in general for Makalu Helicopter Flight Tour. For starters, the total amount of places we visit and our landing spots may change depending on the weather and other condition. Safety is our utmost priority, both for the clients as well as our crew. So, the final decision to make will be in the hands of our experienced pilots as they are the ones best suited to make this decision.
On our Helicopter Flight to Makalu Base Camp, we will try to include all the important locations and highlights and give you as much time as possible to enjoy the breathtaking scenery and culture of the region.
Some other important points to remember during the heli tour are listed below:
- Always be in the line of sight of your pilot. Enter/exit the helicopter from the side or front.
- Make sure you are wearing your seatbelt properly.
- Don’t leave your anointed seat until the pilot has signaled it is safe to do so.
- Weight distribution is important in Helicopters, so we will try to arrange seats accordingly. Please try not to change your assigned seats.
- No smoking unless you have received permission from the captain.
NOTE: Bookings must be made 15 days in advance of the flight date, and flight confirmation must be received one week in advance of the flight date. Extra costs like airport taxes, national park fees, and breakfast are not included in the rates listed below.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If a booking is canceled, we must be notified by the customer one week before the flight date. Cancellations made one week before the flight date are free of charge. Cancellations made within one week will be charged 10% of the total cost of the chosen sector.