- Charter up to 5 Pax, depending on the weight
- Helicopter fare as per the flight sector
- Company service charges, including government taxes
- Emergency Oxygen and a comprehensive first aid kit
- Passenger Insurance
Journey overview
The experience at a glance
Gosaikunda Helicopter Day Tour is the fastest and easiest way to explore the Holy lake Gosaikunda. If you plan to walk to the Gosaikunda Lake, you must allow at least four to five days and trek for six to seven hours a day. Therefore, the Gosaikunda Helicopter Day Tour can be the perfect idea for those who have a short holiday time and do not prefer to trek for multiple days.
Gosainkunda is located in the Rasuwa District with a surface of 34 acres and an altitude of 4380 meters above sea level. The Gosainkunda has been considered a religious site for Hindu devotees, and Hindu mythology features Gosaikunda as the abode of the Hindu gods Shiva and Gauri. The water of Gosaikunda is regarded as holy water, whereas there is a place carrying a particular significance during the Janai Purnima and Gangadashara festivals.
The aerial tour of Gosaijunda starts in Dhunche Village or Syabru Besi in the Langtang Himal, or Sundarijal in the Kathmandu valley. When you start from Dhunche, you can take the beautiful views of Chandan Bari (3200m) and Laurebina Yak (3700m). The descent from Gosaikunda to Sundarijal, and Laurebin Yak (4610m), a rapid descent to Phedi, and onwards to Ghopte. You will see the aerial view of Tadepani, Mangengoth, Kutumsang, and many villages further downhill.
Gosaikunda Helicopter Day Tour starts at Kathmandu airport and ends at Kathmandu airport. The chopper lands at the bank of Gosainkunda Lake for 30 minutes, where you can attend worship (Puja) and a holy Bath at the lake. The tour takes about 2 hours, and the price of the Gosaikunda Helicopter Day tour depends on the private or sharing plan policy.
Gosaikunda Helicopter Day Tour Price Breakdown
No of Pax Price in USD /Per Person Price in INR / Per Person Price in NPR /Per Person
4-5 Pax USD 450 INR 19,500 NPR 31,500
3 Pax USD 500 INR 28,500 NPR 45,500
2 Pax USD 700 INR 39,000 NPR 62,500
1 Pax or Charter USD 1300 INR 80,000 NPR 125,000
- Please note that the prices listed below are estimated rates and do not include 13% VAT. For the most accurate pricing and current availability, we recommend contacting our team directly.
Trip highlights
What makes this journey
- 01
Heli Day Trip to Gosaikunda (4380m), the most sacred lake in Nepal
- 02
Explore the Gosaikunda and Langtang valley at the shortest time possible within a few hours
- 03
Observe the spectacular Himalayan views including Dorje Lhakpa (6988m) and Langtang Lirung (7245m)
- 04
Take a Holy bath and attend worship (Poja) at the Lake premises
Day by day
1 days · 1 region
Walk the route one day at a time — meals, overnight stays, and the details that shape each stage.
Gosainkunda Helicopter Day tour starts after we take off from Kathmandu airport domestic terminal. Meet up at Tribhuvan International Airport Domestic Terminal One of our representatives from the company will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to the Kathmandu airport domestic terminal. Our staff will introduce you to the helicopter representative at the airport to proceed with the Heli Pad. Brief about the Heli tour with the pilot before take-off Before boarding, pilots will explain some important guidelines and things to avoid during the helicopter flight. You will be introduced to the flight crew and you will have a chance to clear up any queries about the flight. Start the Helicopter Ride As we gain altitude, we get to experience the birds-eye view of the bustling Kathmandu valley and then head to the north, away from the city. The helicopter flies over the highways of Nuwakot district, Rasuwa, and Sindhupalchok districts. After about 30 minutes, we land the holy Gosaikunda Lake at the altitude of 4380 meters above sea level.
Once we land at the holy Gosaikunda, the refreshing breeze hits you reminding that you are at the Himalaya now. You will see lakes surrounding by large rocks of different shapes and sizes. If you believe in Hinduism, you can take a holy bath at the lake or swimmers lovers can take a dip but it is not recommended though. If you are planning Poja in the lake, you can attend worship (puja); depending on your things to do, the chopper waits for you up to half an hour. After breakfast, we return to the helicopter and prepare to return to Kathmandu.
An exciting flight back to Kathmandu from the holy Gosaikunda gives you another opportunity to enjoy the spectacular views and make it a satisfactory trip. After 30 minutes of the ride, you will land at Kathmandu airport and end your trip officially.
Private vehicle & English-speaking guide throughout · Kathmandu
Places covered
Destinations on this trip
The places this journey moves through, in the order they shape the experience.
Kathmandu
Gosainkunda
Langtang National Park
Trip essentials
What your journey covers
A clear split between what we arrange and what you budget yourself.
- Personal expenses (extra meals and clothing)
- National Park fee (If applicable)
- Airport tax (US$2)
- Breakfast at Gosaikunda Lake
- Everything else, apart from the inclusive section
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