Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour
Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour is a fascinating journey that offers a unique visit to an untouched land with modernism. It is a combination of flights from the Capital city of Cultural heritage, Kathmandu to the Capital city of Tourism, Pokhara, and finally to the alluring restricted zone. Additionally, the bird’s eye view of monasteries, a glimpse of Pokhara Valley, and snow-capped white rocks make the Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour memorable and daring to fly above the Kaligandaki River.
Mustang is situated in the Northern part of Nepal under Gandaki Province bordered by the Tibetan Plateau. Though Mustang is the fifth largest district in terms of area covered, it stands in second position in terms of the sparse population.
The Helicopter tour in Mustang is a ride featuring a Cultural experience, windy weather, and delicious local foods and drinks. Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour has brought amazing opportunities like a buy one gets one scheme. Let’s break the secret with you and the secret is that you can take the experience of Mustang Helicopter Tour and Annapurna Helicopter Tour in one single flight. However, to enjoy the optimal scene and smile of mountain ranges, you can separately ride on the Annapurna Helicopter Tour. If you are sort of time and concerned about safety, you can opt for an Upper Mustang Helicopter ride. The Highway is scary and treks are almost impossible for the elderly and busy people as it requires a long week break. Therefore, the Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour is the best option if you are ignoring the tour due to transportation and time barrier.

Quick Information Section:
What? Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour
How long? Around 3 hours
How high? Up to 4000m
Where? To Upper Mustang Helicopter TourÂ
Whom? Anyone
Why? To save time and effort while enjoying mesmerizing beauty
How many people at once? 5 people
What is the age limit? No age limit(5-70 suggested)
What is the weight limit? 80 kg per person
| Destination | Upper Mustang Region |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Altitude | 4000m |
| Max-size | 5 |
| Age | 5-70 |
| Weight | 80/individual |
| Months | All year round |
| Via | Helicopter |
Major Glimpses of Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour
- Â Â Explore the forbidden Kingdom, Known as the desert area of Nepal.
- Â Â Capture the special moment of a short walk in the stone-walled walls and stoned paved pathway in the capital of Upper Mustang Lo Manthang.
- Â Â Take a deep breath to take the joy of mesmerizing the beauty of eye-catching white snow including Annapurna, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, and other peaks nearby.
- Â Â Meet with the Mini Tibet
- Â Â Horse riding
- Â Â Short walk to nearby villages
- Â Â Cultural dance and local musical instruments
Tour Plan
Phase 1: Flying from Kathmandu to Pokhara (7:00 AM - 8:30 AM)
Phase 2: Refueling and Scenic Stop at Pokhara (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM)
Phase 3: Majestic Flight to Lo-Manthang (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)
Phase 4: Exploring the Heart of Upper Mustang (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Phase 5: Flying Back to Kathmandu (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Cost Schemes for the Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour(USD)
| No. of People | Add-on Price | Private Price |
| 1 | $2000 | $9000 |
| 2 | $3600 | $9000 |
| 3 | $5400 | $9000 |
| 4 | $9000 | $9000 |
| 5 | $9000 | $9000 |
What is included in the Upper Mustang Helicopter Ride?
- Â Â Domestic Flight: All domestic flight charges along with airfare taxes with a limited amount of bag package.
- Â Â Tour guide and Tour Map: A professional tour guide is specified for your group within the journey. A paper and online tour map will be given upon booking the Upper Mustang Tour.
- Â Â First aid box: Basic first aid treatment will be available for primary treatment. Emergency oxygen cylinders are reserved for emergency conditions. However, you can mention if you have any health-related issues that might be helpful to the team in case of emergency. It is better to notify beforehand.
- Â Â Local taxes: Local taxes such as permit fees will be covered by the agency. It depends upon the package and agencies. The good idea is to enquire with the team before booking a ticket.
What is excluded in the Upper Mustang Helicopter Ride?
- Â Pickup and drop service: The service of Pickup and drop to your accommodation is excluded in the Upper Mustang Heli Tour.
- Tips: Tour guides and other people are paid personnel who help throughout the journey to guide your every moment. Tipping encourages them to make your and upcoming Visitor’s moments special. Don’t hesitate to give a tip if you love their guidance and support. But it is not compulsory and they will give their 100% in fulfilling their responsibilities.
- Â Â Medical Insurance: As this Upper Mustang Helicopter tour is flying over the Himalayas, it is recommended to do medical insurance. For example: Sudden altitude sickness can be seen and the cost of its treatment can be a little bit higher than our imagination. You will be stress-free when you are done with medical insurance.
-   Personal expenses: Local food and drinks, photographer’s charges, a token of love, etc. belong to the personal expenses. Thus, you need to bring some extra cash in your pocket. Nepali currency will be good as there might be no money exchangers.
Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour Route
Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour Route guides the spots and activities throughout the journey. Even a professional tour guide accompanies you to arrange the best plan for your tour. The tour operator gives you a detailed tour route. They will inform the spot where and when you will fly. The tour begins from Kathmandu and stops at Pokhara for refuel. The helicopter with you flies high above the Himalayas ranges and takes you to the destination. Then, you have to take a return flight to Kathmandu. Depending on the packages, some are allowed to enjoy the beautiful naturally enriched city, of Pokhara after returning from the Upper Mustang Tour.
Best season to visit Upper Mustang Helicopter Tour:
Choosing the best time to take optimal benefits can make your travel fruitful. You have to be updated with climate change. No worries every detail will be notified when you book your ticket. The best season to plan your holiday pack is during the Spring and Autumn Season. But you'll have different experience if you travel during different times of the year.- Â Â Spring Season: The period between March to May gives the best sightseeing. The weather is favorable with blue skies. The garden and terrain bloom with varieties of vibrant colored flowers.
- Â Â Autumn Season: Following the Spring Season, Autumn provides another favorable time between September to November for commencing the Upper Mustang Helicopter Heli trip. The sky is very clear in this season.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Â Â Can I take photographs on the Upper Mustang Tour?
- Â Â Is Lo Manthang a world heritage site listed by UNESCO?
- Â Â Is the Upper Mustang Heli Tour safe?
- Â Â Does the flight cancel if there is bad weather?
- Â Â What is the total number of people flying in the Upper Mustang Heli Tour?
- Â Â Can the Monsoon stop your flight?
- Â Â Does altitude sickness frequently occur during the Upper Mustang Tour?