helicopter on the way to the Annapurna Base Camp
Helicopter · Annapurna Base Camp

ABC Heli Tour

Fly from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 m, spend about 25 minutes among the peaks, and be back within the hour.

Duration
About 1 hour
Departs from
Pokhara Domestic Airport
From
USD 500per person
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Landing at Annapurna Base Camp
4,130 mLanding at Annapurna Base Camp
Annapurna I, right above you
8,091 mAnnapurna I, right above you
On the ground at base camp
25 minOn the ground at base camp

Land at Annapurna Base Camp, almost close enough to hug Annapurna I (8,091 m) and the peaks around it — without the week-long trek.

It's a quick and comfortable alternative to trekking, and perfect if you're short on time.

Two ways to do it

Shared or private

Shared

USD 500 per person

Share the helicopter with other passengers. Subject to availability.

Private

USD 2,500 for the helicopter

The whole helicopter for your group.

How the day goes

About an hour, airport to airport

  1. 15 min

    Fly up the valley

    From Pokhara Domestic Airport to Annapurna Base Camp.

  2. 25 min

    At base camp

    Step out at 4,130 m, surrounded by Himalayan peaks.

  3. 15 min

    Fly back to Pokhara

helicopter resting at ABC
helicopter taking off from ABC
The details

What's included

Included

  • Return helicopter flight from Pokhara
  • Airport permit

Not included

  • Meals

Good to know

Photos
Bring your own camera or phone — photos and videos are welcome