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Maximum Altitude:
4000 metersDestination:
Kathmandu/Mustang/MuktinathGrade:
Easy/ModerateTransportation:
HelicopterTrip Highlights
MUKTINATH HELI TOUR
The Pagoda-style Muktinath Temple (Chumig Gyatsa) is a symbol of the religious symbiosis between both Hindus and Buddhists. In addition, The Muktinath temple lies at laps of snow-capped mountains at Thorong-La mountain pass at the altitude of 3710 meter above the sea level. Therefore, The scenic Muktinath heli tour has panoramic views of the Manaslu Himalayan range, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri Himalayan range, Annapurna Himalayan range, deep gorges and stunning landscape.
Thus, the Muktinath Heli tour is flying around the central Annapurna region of Nepal, It starts from Pokhara and Kathmandu. Therefore, The Muktinath Heli tour is popular for worship and holy bath. Most of the Indian visitors join this Muktinath helicopter tour from Pokhara.
Therefore, Thousands of Hindus and Buddhists visit Muktinath temple to make their religious visit come true. Maximum 5 people can ride at once from Kathmandu and Pokhara. Nepal Lion Tours and trek Provide different packages for Muktinath.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Witness the Tibetan Buddhist culture and Architecture.
- Exploration of Panoramic Mountain view.
- Nepal’s most spectacular scenery.
- The worlds’ deepest gorge & Marpha The apple garden.
- Experience the Gurung, Magar, and Thakali ethnic teams and their native lifestyles.
For tours in this region: Mustang Tours
Itinerary
The tour starts with an early morning ride. From Pokhara Airport you will board a helicopter.
The scenic ride from Pokhara to Muktinath will take about 45 minutes. During this short ride, you will be enjoying stunning aerial views of the Himalayas and the surrounding landscapes.
Arriving at Muktinath, you’ll have enough time to perform puja haven there. Which is a traditional Hindu religious ceremony. Also, you get plenty of time to explore the surrounding area.
After spending a memorable time at Muktinath, and having breakfast. You will board the helicopter to return back to Pokhara. Therefore, you get to experience the breathtaking views once again.
Returning back to Pokhara airport at around 10:00 am, your tour will conclude after a transfer back to your hotel.
Price & Dates
What's Included
- Airport pickup and drop off as per mentioned itinerary
- Full Insurance of Passengers
- Helicopter flight over Everest Base Camp/Kalapatthar
- Departure tax in domestic airport
- Miscellaneous Service charge
- Breakfast alone with tea or coffee(Only on Private Charter)
- All Entrance fee and Permit (Only on Private Charter)
What's Not Included
- Visa fee for Nepal
- Personal Expenses in your nature
- Accommodation at Anywhere
How long is the flight time during the Muktinath Heli Tour?
The flight time during the Muktinath Heli Tour depends upon various factors, including your itinerary, the tour operator, and the package you choose. However, the most typical ride to Muktinath by Helicopter lasts between 2-3 hours and it is the same with Nepal Lion Tours. This time includes your flight time and the time you spend sightseeing and worshipping.
What is the significance of Muktinath Temple?
Muktinath Temple is one of the most sacred places for both Hindus and Buddhists. With thousands of people going miles to just get a glimpse of this great temple. Moreover, this temple is believed to be one of the 108 divya desams of Lord Vishu in Hinduism. And also one of the 24 Tantric places according to Tibetian Buddhism. It is encouraged for Hindus, to visit this temple at least once in their lifetime.
Is there any food included during the Muktinath Heli Tour?
Touring with Nepal Lion Tours, we usually plan your Muktinath Heli Tour in the morning for the best experience. Thus, with us, you are provided a breakfast in the Himalayas which usually includes coffee and a snack. Moreover, if you have any special preferences you can always inform us before booking the trip so that our team can arrange that for you.
What is the distance between Kathmandu and Muktinath?
The distance between Kathmandu and Muktinath is approximately about 340 kilometers (209 miles) by road. Usually, the road trip from Kathmandu to Muktinath takes days as the condition of the roads is not that great. Moreover, the Muktinath Heli Tour typically takes around 45 minutes to reach Kathmandu.
What is the maximum number of passengers that can be accommodated in the helicopter during the Muktinath Heli Tour?
Usually, the Heli Tour in Nepal is operated through a single-engine Helicopter, which has a maximum capacity of about 5-6 people. Thus, for larger participants two or more helicopters are needed.
How much time do we get to spend at Muktinath Temple during the Muktinath Heli Tour?
The amount of time spent at Muktinath Temple in the Muktinath Heli Tour depends on various factors such as the operator, itinerary, and your preferences. Thus, typically taking about the average time, you get about an hour in Muktinath Temple. An hour is usually enough for getting a good experience and clicking some good photos in Muktinath Temple.
Is there any weight limit for passengers on the Muktinath Heli Tour?
Helicopter ride comes with a strict set of rules and regulations. The same goes for weight limits and restrictions for passengers. The weight limit usually is around 100 kg (220 pounds) per person. This weight includes the luggage weight too.
Can we book the Muktinath Heli Tour online?
Yes, you can always book the Muktinath Heli Tour with Nepal Lion Treks through our website. You can also contact us through our social media and WhatsApp.
Are there any medical facilities available during the Muktinath Heli Tour?
With every tour you plan with Nepal Lion Treks, we ensure that safety becomes our first priority. The same is with the Muktinath Heli Tour. We provide a well-experienced pilot and a guide who is equipped with basic medical equipment and who is well experienced to handle any emergency situation. However, we also encourage the participants to consult their doctors before taking this tour.
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