The Ghorepani-Poon Hill Helicopter Tour, is designed for those who lack of time and physics to encounter the trekking trail but desire to view the natural and cultural beauty of Annapurna Nepal. Ghorepani-Poon Hill, (Poon Hill area is heaven for bird-watchers. From March till May, rhododendron and magnolia forests bloom in glorious Technicolor). One of the most popular and most visited trekking areas as well as a short trek of Nepal, Relatively easy trek with fantastic views...
The Ghorepani-Poon Hill Helicopter Tour, is designed for those who lack of time and physics to encounter the trekking trail but desire to view the natural and cultural beauty of Annapurna Nepal. Ghorepani-Poon Hill, (Poon Hill area is heaven for bird-watchers. From March till May, rhododendron and magnolia forests bloom in glorious Technicolor). One of the most popular and most visited trekking areas as well as a short trek of Nepal, Relatively easy trek with fantastic views of the snow-capped mountains in the Annapurna region. Reaching as high as 3,210m at Poon Hill you will be faced by one of the most spectacular mountainscapes on Earth. The view at sunrise is a joy to behold, justifying every grueling step you took to get there. From the top of Poon Hill the snow-capped summits the Himalayan giants, Dhaulagiri and Annapurna I, both more than 8,000 meters high, including Mt. Machhapuchhre 6,993m, Annapurna South 7,219m, Himchuli 6,441m, Gandharva Chuli 6,248m, Annapurna III 7,555m, Gangapurna 7,455m. Etc can be seen in addition to many other peaks.
With the breathtaking scenery at the Phewa Lake in Pokhara, the dense rhododendron forest and peaceful villages on the trek takes you through forests and fascinating traditional villages of Gurungs people. The Ghorepani-Poon Hill flights give you a glimpse of Nepalese extreme Himalayas, people of different communities with their own cultures, traditions, and values, rare and unique vegetation and wilderness, and unforgettable trails through the snowy landscape with panoramic views of the Himalayas.
Starting/Ending: Pokhara-Pokhara or Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu upon client's request.
Flight duration: 55 minutes.
Highest Elevation: 3,210m Poon Hill.
HELI AIRCRAFT DETAILS:
- Helicopter: AS 350 B3E (H125)
- Capacity : 1 pilot + 6 Passengers
- Max takeoff weight: 2250 kg
- Power Plant : 1 Turbomeca Arriel 2D
- Service Sling: 23000 Ft
- Rate of Climb: 1818 fpm
- Cruising Speed: 137 knots
- Call Sign: 9N – AKP & 9N AKG
Suggested Schedule
7:30 am: Airport (Pokhara) transfer by private vehicle
8:30 am: Fly to Poon Hill by Helicopter (from Pokhara)
8:45 am: Arrival at Ghorepani-on Hill
9:10 am: After 20 minutes explore the return to Pokhara
9: 20 am: Arrival at Pokhara and transfer to hotel or fly back to Kathmandu with small aircraft.
- Journey by Helicopter as mentioned in the schedule.
- From/to domestic airport transfer.
- Extra Adventure by Heli.
- Personal nature expenses.
- Tips.
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