By stopping at ancient monasteries and flying above the
Himalayas to explore the forbidden kingdom of Mustang, which is situated on the
border between Nepal and Tibet (China), the Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour
delivers a unique experience. The thrilling helicopter tour of Upper Mustang
departs from Kathmandu and stops in Pokhara for fuel. Following the
arrangement, the helicopter crosses the Kaligandaki River near to the Annapurna
Himalayan ranges. The expansive views of tall mountains and gorgeous scenery that
one experiences are uncommon in anyone's life.
Mustang has the power to mesmerize people. The undiscovered
treasure of Upper Mustang retains both the distinctive terrain and Tibetan
culture. Hundreds of tourists visit Upper Mustang each year, either on foot or
on upper mustang helicopter treks, and it is situated in the eastern region of
Nepal close to the Nepal-Tibet border. During the Mustang helicopter
journey, the Annapurna and Upper Mustang regions of Nepal's natural paradise
are both explored. Beginning with Kagbeni, the Mustang area is located in the
Annapurna region's north. From the Tibetan border, the geographic terrain
resembles the Tibetan plateau. Therefore, Tibet has had an influence on the way
of life and culture of the Upper Mustang. Lo-Manthang, the capital of Upper
Mustang, so offers a Tibetan-like experience in Nepal. The government of Nepal
continues to consider Lo Manthang to be a restricted territory. You need a
special permit to enter this location. The ancient walled city of Lo-Manthang
has a distinctive culture and way of life.
Astonishment vistas of the snow-capped peaks of the
Dhaulagiri and Mt. Annapurna range can be enjoyed on helicopter tours to Upper Mustang.
You will spend an hour exploring the area, taking pictures of the magnificent
moments, and visiting some of the historic monasteries. Inside this fortified
city are intricately carved wooden pillars, statues of Buddhist deities, and
enormous lookout towers, making it seem like another universe.
After taking the helicopter charter journey back to
Kathmandu, the helicopter tours to Upper Mustang come to an end. You may take
in the overhead views of villages, hills, rivers, snow-capped mountains, and
the breathtaking Kathmandu Valley as you go back.
The Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour starts at the domestic
terminal of Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport. The aircraft takes off
after a brief introduction to our captains and training on the required safety
precautions. They'll also provide you suggestions on how to tackle a specific
situation. Blue Mountain Travels & Tours Pvt Ltd is known for running
risk-free helicopter flights because we never compromise on safety. As a
result, we check to see that all safety requirements have been satisfied before
we even begin the trip.
Heli flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara (30 minutes)
You will be picked up from the hotel by one of our agents
early in the morning. You will be transported to the domestic terminal of an
international airport. You will board the helicopter for an exhilarating Upper
Mustang Helicopter Tour after fulfilling all airport procedures
From Kathmandu to Pokhara, the flight will take 30 minutes.
You can see the vibrant landscapes that surround Pokhara and Kathmandu while
traveling by helicopter. Additionally, you can see the emerald green hills
below, which are breathtaking when the sun shines on them. As your plane takes
off, you have a lovely view of the capital city with its many-colored homes and
structures. Some historic locations, such Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, and
others, can also be seen from above the clouds.
Pokhara to Jomsom (20 Minutes)
The second phase of our tour will take us to Jomsom
after a brief stop in Pokhara for refueling. As you leave the city and fly
toward your goal, the mountain peaks seem to be coming closer and closer.
Jomsom can be reached from Pokhara in about 20 minutes. The
eighth-highest peak in the world, Mount Manaslu (8,163 meters), Dhaulagiri, and
Tilicho Peak, as well as the Holy Gandaki River, Jomsom, Kagbeni, and Muktinath
Village, can all be seen from the helicopter.
Jomsom to Mustang (30 Minutes)
It will take us around 30 minutes to get to Mustang after a
brief stop in Jomsom for gasoline. Travelers can eventually savor the
breathtaking view of stunning landscapes, varied topography, and waterfalls.
Even the beautifully constructed Tibetan monasteries, Tangbe Village, and
Changtse are visible to them.
Explore around Lo Manthang (1 Hour)
From Jomsom to Mustang, we will travel to Lo Manthang, where
we will spend approximately an hour exploring Lo Manthang. You can explore
ancient Buddhist cultures, thousand years old monasteries, cultures, peoples,
and beautiful scenery. The area is beautiful as high-altitude desert with a
pocket of green. All the local houses are built out of mud brick.
Lo-manthang has a similar cultural heritage to Tibet. The
Lhobas ethnic group, whose cultures are akin to Tibetan, controls the majority
of the territory. Near Lo Manthang hamlet, twelve caves that contain old
Buddhist artwork and are perched on high cliffs at a height of 14,000 feet,
were discovered. Dates from the thirteenth century are depicted in a silver and
gold picture with Tibetan lettering. The majority of the artwork displays
Newari influences. There is a wealth of artwork and paintings in ornamental
caves that show many Buddha forms. There are numerous Buddhist Stupas inside
the caves.
Return to Kathmandu (1.30 hours)
After exploring Lo Manthang, you'll take a helicopter tour,
which will take around an hour and a half, back to Kathmandu. The beautiful
Himalayan view catches your attention as you soar over the mountains on the
journey back to Kathmandu. When you go to your Kathmandu hotel, your heart will
be overflowing with priceless memories.
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The stunning cave-like settlements in
Lo-Manthang
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The beautiful center of culture Lo Manthang
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Pure Buddhist heritages (Tibetan)
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Breathtaking views of the Annapurna and
Dhaulagiri Himalayan chain
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The stunning views of the Mount Annapurna Himalaya,
Mount Dhaulagiri, Manaslu range, and Tukuche Peaks
