Helicopter journey · Annapurna

Annapurna Mountain Flight by Heli

A short helicopter flight from Pokhara into the Annapurna Sanctuary, circling Machapuchare and the Annapurna massif for travellers who want the view without the trek.

Mountain Flight Annapurna

Duration1 Day · approx. 45–60 min flight

Max altitudeFlyby near 4,130 m Annapurna Base Camp

DifficultyEasy

Group size1–5 pax

Departs fromPokhara

Best seasonOct–Nov · Mar–Apr

✓ CAAN-licensed operators
✓ Weather buffer day
✓ Private charter available
✓ Fully insured flights

Trip overview

The journey

A short helicopter flight from Pokhara into the Annapurna Sanctuary, circling Machapuchare and the Annapurna massif for travellers who want the view without the trek.

At a glance

Trip highlights

Machapuchare (Fishtail) from all sides
Flyby of the Annapurna Sanctuary and base camp
Option to land briefly at Annapurna Base Camp, conditions permitting
Departs directly from Pokhara — no overland transfer

Day by day

Itinerary

Day 1 827 m

Hotel pickup in Pokhara

Short transfer to Pokhara airport's helicopter apron.

Day 2 up to approx. 4,130 m

Flight into the Sanctuary

Fly the Modi Khola gorge into the Annapurna Sanctuary, circling beneath Annapurna I and Machapuchare.

Day 3 827 m

Return to Pokhara

Descend back over Ghandruk and the foothills to land in Pokhara.

The path aloft

Route at a glance

01Hotel pickup in Pokhara
02Flight into the Sanctuary
03Return to Pokhara

The fine print

Includes & excludes

What’s included

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Pokhara
Helicopter flight with pilot commentary
National park entry fee

What’s not included

Kathmandu–Pokhara transport
Travel insurance
Optional base camp landing (subject to weather and availability)

Before you board

What to bring

Passport and travel insurance details
Layered clothing for cold mornings aloft
Sunglasses and high-SPF sunscreen
Camera or phone with spare battery
Light gloves and a warm hat

From guests on similar routes

What flyers say

“Smooth flying, clear briefings, and the buffer day meant weather never stressed us. Exactly how a Himalaya operator should run.”

— Guest · Annapurna route

“Private feel even in a small group. Pilot named every peak and the landing windows were handled professionally.”

— Guest · recent departure

Weather & cancellation

Every itinerary includes a weather buffer day. If the route cannot fly within your window, we rebook, offer an alternate, or refund according to the terms on your confirmation. See our Booking Policy.

Questions, answered