Helicopter Tours Mardi Himal Helicopter Tour
- Duration
- 1 Hour
- Max altitude
- 4,500 m
- Group size
- 5 Pax
Route: Pokhara→Mardi Himal
- From
- USD 350 per person
Annapurna & Mustang · Base camp
Close-up views of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) and Mardi Himal.
Helicopter Tours Route: Pokhara→Mardi Himal
It is one of the quickest high-mountain flights from Pokhara. On the way the helicopter passes over rhododendron forest and grassy ridges before landing close to the face of Machhapuchhre.
At 4,500 m (14,764 ft), there is only about half to 60 percent of the oxygen available at sea level. Ground time on helicopter tours is limited to a few minutes, and helicopters carry fewer passengers per flight at this height because thin air reduces lift.
Helicopters fly all year when the weather allows. The clearest months are October–May. In the June–August monsoon, early morning is usually the only clear window.
Mardi Himal Base Camp is at 4,500 m (14,764 ft) above sea level.
Landing near Mardi Himal Base Camp.
About 20 min from Pokhara. Flight times depend on the route, the weather and any refuelling stops.
The clearest flying months are October–May. Morning flights have the best chance of clear views, because cloud usually builds by midday.
Trips that include Mardi Himal Base Camp start from USD 350 per person. Shared seats cost less for one or two travellers; a private charter is often better value for a group.
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