10 Days in Nepal with Jungle Safari and Helicopter Tour in the Himalayas

Welcome to the land of the Himalayas. Our team representative will be there to receive you in Tribhuvan International Airport and take you to your respective hotel. After freshening up, you will be guided to our office where you can meet with your guide, get to know him better and plan your trip further. In the evening, we will host dinner in a popular local restaurant and give you a taste of a typical Nepali cuisine followed by our cultural music and ethnic dance. We always want to make you feel warm and welcomed!

Today, we explore the capital city, a city of temples, stupas and shrines. We don’t want you to miss out on the artistry Kathmandu has to offer thus we take you on an adventure around the valley. We will visit some outstanding monuments and the local streets of Kathmandu along with some world heritage sites. After spending few hours exploring, we will meet again for the final preparation. You will be spending the night at Kathmandu’s top listed hotel.

Early in the morning, a private car will come to pick you up at your hotel and transfer you to the airport in Kathmandu. Shortly after the departure formalities at the airport, the helicopter leaves for Lukla, the gateway to the Everest Base Camp. After refilling the fuel at Lukla, the helicopter heads towards the Everest Base Camp. The helicopter will either land at the Everest Base Camp, or Kala Patthar, depending upon the weather condition. At the base camp/Kala Patthar, the helicopter will only stop for 5 minutes. You can enjoy the surrounding view and take pictures quickly. After enjoying the majestic view of the Mt. Everest and other snow capped peaks, the helicopter will now head to Syangboche for breakfast (30-45 minutes). The breakfast will be served at the Everest View Hotel. Along with the breakfast, you will once again get a chance to enjoy the beautiful Mt. Everest with its range. After breakfast, we will fly back to Dhulikhel.

On the third day after exploring the capital city, we travel to Pokhara by flight. Pokhara is about 180kms from Kathmandu and takes up to 40 minutes to reach by air. On arrival we check-in to a luxury hotel and in the late afternoon you can have a relaxing day strolling around lakeside or boating and even fishing in the alluring Fewa Lake.

Today we will provide you with awe inspiring views of gigantic Himalayan range as we will head out for the Annapurna and Mardi Helicoptor Tour. The early morning rise will be worth when you will board the helicopter and witness the aerial Himalayan mountain vistas. Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu and Lamjung Himal can be seen from the Helicopter ride. Later, you will fly back to Pokhara where you will spend a quality day exploring the major attraction sites.

On the 5th day you will take an alluring Heli ride from Pokhara to Chitwan. Chitwan is famous for its UNESCO World Heritage listed National Park. The national park has unique collection of animals and birds including the one-horned rhino and Royal Bengal tiger. After arriving to Chitwan we will check in to a tourist standard hotel for you comfort. After freshening up, you then set off to visit the Tharu Village and explore their lifestyle. Around the evening, you can enjoy the sunset at the bank of the river and the evening ends with a cultural show performed by the Tharu people.

After spending the night at one of the finest Hotels in Nepal, we head out to explore Chitwan National Park. The option depends entirely on you whether to track the wildlife via foot, jeep, elephant ride or a dugout canoe. The day starts with an elephant ride around certain areas of the park followed by a trip in the canoe to the Budhi Rapti River where we witness varies species of water birds and crocodiles. You will then visit the elephant breeding center and if time permits, we also visit the Bis Hajar Taal. If you want to save time, instead of elephant ride you can also hire a jeep and enjoy the jeep safari. Or, you can even opt for a jungle walk. The night will be spent at a tourist standard hotel.

You will return to Kathmandu via Bharatpur Airport on a 20 minute flight and head towards Dhulikhel located on the South east of the city. Dhulikhel flaunts the panoramic view of the Annapurna, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Phuribichyanchu, Gaurishankar, Lhotse and Karolung to name some. It is a mini getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city ensuring a rich traditional newari culture reflecting ancient craftsmanship of the locals. While spening the night at one of the finest hotels in Dhulikhel, you can enjoy your evening coffee with breathtaking views.

Early in the morning, Private helicopter will pick you up and fly towards langtang national Park after leaving the Kathmandu Valley behind, the helicopter flies north of the Kathmandu Valley (following the Langtang range) towards the Kyanjin Gompa, beautifully located in the Langtang Valley. The helicopter flies over the Gosainkunda Lake and a number of Tamang settlements, allowing you to enjoy the mesmerizing aerial view of the amazing landscape. The helicopter will land at the Kyanjin Gompa and will stop for the maximum of 20 minutes. You can have tea/breakfast, take picture of the beautiful scenery, and enjoy the view. The helicopter will now leave the Langtang Valley and head towards the airport in Kathmandu Valley. From the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu, in a private vehicle.

Today is the last day of your trip in Nepal; therefore, as per your flight schedule you will be transferred to the airport, in an air-conditioned car by one of the company representatives for departure. We wish you a safe flight ahead.