Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour is a one-hour helicopter flight from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp. It takes about three hours to complete the Annapurna helicopter tour from Pokhara. Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter landing tour is the second most popular helicopter tour in Nepal. Mt. Annapurna (8091m) is the 10th-highest mountain in the world. Exploring the base camp of Mount Annapurna and Dhaulagiri is the major highlights of this heli ride package. This Annapurna helicopter flight takes you over the hills, villages, jungles, rivers and lands at the mountain base camp. For those who are limited by time but want to explore the Himalayan beauty, this Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter tour is the best option. Heli tour to Annapurna gives you the opportunity to view many dramatic landscapes, lush and primitive valleys and stunning mountain ranges of the entire Annapurna region. In fact, the helicopter tour constitutes the fastest possible and an excellent way to get close views of various mountains belonging to the Annapurna region and get a wonderful experience of the behold wilderness.
Flying from Pokhara airport, the helicopter flight heads north and offers stunning views of Mount Annapurna, Mount Nilgiri, Mount Machhapuchhre, Mount Dhaulagiri, Mount Manaslu, and Mount Hiunchuli, along with many neighbouring peaks. Similar to the Everest Base Camp Helicopter tour, this heli ride is best for mountain views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range.
Best Time for the Annapurna Helicopter Tour
For the Annapurna Helicopter tour, you can fly all year round during the day, but the visibility should be clear. So autumn and spring are the best seasons to explore the Annapurna by helicopter. Winter (December to February) is perfect but the landing place will be full of snow. Rainy season is not recommended for the helicopter ride because the cloud and foggy weather disturbs on the visibility and almost not possible to fly. So best time for Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter tour is in the months of February, March, April and May. September, October, November and December are the other months for helicopter flight.
Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Landing Tour Options
The Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour can be arranged in two ways — either as a Private Charter Helicopter Tour or a Group Joining Helicopter Tour. Both options offer breathtaking views of the Himalayas and an unforgettable landing experience at Annapurna Base Camp (ABC).
Private Charter Helicopter Flight
If you prefer flexibility, privacy, and comfort, a Private Charter Flight is the perfect choice.
You can fly solo or with your own group, according to your preferred time and schedule.
📍 Departure Options: Available from both Kathmandu and Pokhara
🕓 Flight Time: Approximately 2 hours from Kathmandu / 25 minutes from Pokhara
🌤️ Best Time: Autumn (October to Mid December) & Spring ( March to May)
👥 Capacity: Maximum of 5 passengers per flight
During your flight, you’ll enjoy stunning aerial views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan ranges, along with dramatic landscapes, glaciers, and valleys. Upon landing at Annapurna Base Camp, spend around 30 minutes taking photos and soaking in the Himalayan panorama.
Group Joining Annapurna Base Camp Helicopter Tour
If you’re travelling solo or on a budget, the Group Joining Helicopter Tour is a great option.
This shared flight departs from Pokhara Airport, where up to 5 passengers share the cost of a single helicopter.
📍 Departure Point: Pokhara Airport
🕓 Total Duration: Around 1 hour 20 minutes (round trip)
💰 Cost Basis: Pay per person — best for budget travellers
