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| 💰 Cost From | USD 3500 (per person) |
|---|---|
| ⏱ Duration | 3 Hour |
| 👥 Group Size | 5 Pax |
| 📍 Starts From | Kathmandu |
| 🎯 Ends At | Kathmandu |
Lumbini Helicopter Tour is the luxurious tour to birth place of Lord Buddha- Lumbini. Flying through the dotted clouds and offering alluring mountain panoramas, the chartered helicopter flight takes you to the land of peace and love. The heli Tour to Lumbini takes you to very low land of Nepal (just 200m above sea level) and rewards you with lifetime memorable memories.
Helicopter Tour to Lumbini starts from Kathmandu Domestic Airport and finishes after return flight to the same place where we started. Lumbini area is well decorated by Buddhists and worshipped as the land of peace where you can find many monasteries, Gumbas and Meditation centers. The Lumbini Garden is one of the main highlight of this region. Not only Buddhists, Lumbini visit is an incredible choice for every nature, culture and peace loving peoples.
Lumbini tour to Chartered helicopter can be completed in just some hours. As, this can be completed within a day, it is an ideal package for those having short holiday in Nepal. You can fully enjoy the place alone, with group or even with your family members.
Lumbini Helicopter Tour is possible in all the seasons of year but during monsoon, high or continuous rainfall may disturb your flight and extend your trip or even cancel. Lumbini Heli Tour during March, April, May, June and September, October, November, and December are considered as the best. These months offers best aerial views of Himalayas and rewards you with pleasant atmosphere. The temperature is tolerable and views are great in these seasons.
Lumbini tour in a chartered helicopter is regarded as easy and luxurious tour in Nepal. You can even take your children to visit Lumbini, birth place of Lord Buddha who is also known as the light of Asia. This is suitable for all range of travelers.
Normally it costs $3,500 per person but it depends on your group size. Because we travel in a chartered helicopter, keep in mind that larger is your group, cheaper will be your travel. But max. 5 peoples can travel in a chartered helicopter at once.
(This Itinerary is customized for travelers with short holidays)
Flight from Kathmandu Airport to Lumbini
Visit Lumbini for 2-3 hours and return back to Kathmandu
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu/Transfer to Hotel/ Briefing about the tour
Day 2: Kathmandu Sight Seeing
Day 3: Fly to Lumbini and explore the peaceful environment
Day 4: Return Kathmandu/ catch final hour shopping/ stay in Hotel
Day 5: Final Departure
(This long itinerary will add some extra charges)
The Lumbini Helicopter Tour is a scenic and spiritual journey that takes you from Kathmandu to the birthplace of Lord Buddha. This comfortable and time-saving flight allows travelers to experience the peace and beauty of Lumbini — home to the sacred Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, and many international monasteries — in just a few hours.
The tour usually takes around 3 hours in total, including flight time, sightseeing, and time on the ground to explore Lumbini’s main attractions before returning to Kathmandu.
The private charter flight from Kathmandu to Lumbini costs between USD 3,500 and 4,000 per helicopter, carrying up to five passengers. For group joining options, the cost ranges from USD 750 to 900 per person, depending on the season and seat availability.
The flight departs from the domestic terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and lands near the Lumbini area in Rupandehi District. After the visit and darshan, you’ll board the helicopter for your return flight to Kathmandu.
The highlights include stunning aerial views of Nepal’s hills and plains, a close visit to the sacred Maya Devi Temple — the birthplace of Lord Buddha — and time to walk through Lumbini’s peaceful gardens and monasteries. It’s an unforgettable combination of spiritual calm and scenic beauty.
The best time to take the tour is from March to May and September to November, when the skies are clear and weather conditions are stable. Winter flights are possible, but mornings are recommended for the best visibility. Monsoon season (June to August) is generally avoided due to heavy rain and cloud cover.
The distance from Kathmandu to Lumbini is approximately 280 kilometers. The helicopter flight takes about 50 to 60 minutes each way, depending on weather and air traffic conditions.
Each helicopter can carry up to five passengers at a time, with a maximum combined weight limit of around 450 kilograms. This makes it perfect for families, small groups, or private travelers.
The package generally includes the round-trip helicopter flight, pilot and fuel charges, government taxes, and airport transfers. Meals, entrance fees, and personal expenses are usually not included unless specified in your booking.
Yes, travelers may need to pay small entrance fees to the Maya Devi Temple and Lumbini Development Zone. Meals, donations, or optional sightseeing beyond the allotted time may also incur additional costs.
Yes, the tour is very safe. All flights are operated by experienced pilots certified for mountain and long-range flights. Helicopters are well-maintained, and flights operate only under suitable weather conditions for passenger safety.
Yes, the tour is suitable for all age groups. The landing area in Lumbini is flat and easily accessible, making it ideal for senior citizens, families, and children alike.
Wear light and comfortable clothes suitable for warm weather in Lumbini. Carry sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a bottle of water. A camera is a must to capture the panoramic views during your flight and visit.
If weather conditions are not suitable for safe flying, the tour will be rescheduled for the next clear day. If rescheduling is not possible, a full or partial refund will be provided as per the company’s policy.
Yes, both options are available. Private charters offer complete privacy, flexibility, and comfort for families or groups. Group sharing flights allow individual travelers to join others and share costs, available mainly during the peak tourist season.
You’ll have around 45 minutes to 1 hour on the ground in Lumbini to visit the Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, and surrounding monasteries. This provides ample time for sightseeing, photography, and a calm spiritual experience.
Yes, all helicopters are equipped with emergency oxygen systems, though they’re rarely needed as Lumbini lies at a low altitude of about 150 meters above sea level.
Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha and one of the world’s most sacred pilgrimage sites. It represents peace, compassion, and enlightenment, attracting visitors from around the world to pay homage and meditate in its serene environment.
Yes. Many travelers choose to combine the Lumbini Helicopter Tour with other scenic or religious flights such as Muktinath, Janakpur, or Pokhara. Private charter options make such custom combinations easy to arrange.
You can book directly through the helicopter operator or a trusted travel agency. Provide your preferred travel date, number of passengers, and any special requirements. Once confirmed, you’ll receive a detailed itinerary and pre-flight briefing before departure.