Major Attractions of Rara Lake Helicopter Tour
Rara National Park
Rara National Park, the smallest national park, covers an area of 106 kilometers square in the Mugu and Jumla districts of Nepal. The park was established in 1976 to protect the unique flora and fauna of the Jumla and Humla district.
The thick pine, oak, and rhododendron forests are home to rich biodiversity, including 170 species of flora, 241 species of birds, and 51 species of mammals.
Moreover, it is the most beautiful national park, which is covered with coniferous forest. This national park is also a good spot for bird watching and spotting endangered species like Danfe, musk deer, Himalayan tahr, and so on.
Rara Lake
Rara Lake is also known as Mahendra Tal and lies in a national park in the north-western Karnali region in the Mugu district of Nepal. It is one of the biggest and deepest lakes in Nepal and towering high at 3,000 meters in the Himalayan mountains.
Well, this beautiful oval-shaped lake is about 168 meters deep, and the blue freshwater is so clear that you can even see to the bottom. Snow-capped mountains surround the lake, and beautiful alpine forests cover the Rara National Park. It is a place to linger and contemplate nature. The beautiful lake changes its colors three times a day. On a clear day, you will witness Kanjirowa Himal reflecting on Rara Lake, offering a panoramic picture.
Far Western Beauty- Karnali Region
Rara Lake Helicopter Tour will offer you a fantastic opportunity to explore Nepal’s untouched, quiet, and beautiful Karnali region. You will get familiar with the culture of the far west of Nepal as it is located in the far-western region of Nepal.
You will get a close insight into the unique Buddhist culture and tradition of the people living in this Rara region. They have different traditions, customs, rituals, norms, and values. Besides, during this heli tour, you will encounter authentic Tibetan Buddhism and Bonpo culture as well.
During this heli tour, from the above, you will witness many Buddhist stupas dotted in the Rara trekking trail. The simplicity of local people will amaze you. In a short period of this tour, you will get an opportunity to get close with locals. Most of the locals’ professions are honey hunting and agriculture.
Rara Lake Helicopter Tour Cost
The cost of the flights to Rara lake depends on the number of people and the service level. There are two types of tour packages available for the helicopter ride to Rara Lake. Here are the cost details of the Rara Lake Helicopter tour;
1. Private Rara Helicopter Charter Flight
If you have enough members, a maximum of five people for the Rara Lake Helicopter tour, the price will be reasonable and low. The typical hour for the Rara Heli Tour is 3-4 hours. We can change it according to our client’s preference.
Well, the private Rara Helicopter tour costs range from USD 4000 to USD 5000 per person. During the off-season, it will cost under USD 3800 to USD 4500 per person. You will get an opportunity to shoot the perfect shots and create a compelling photo series during these thrilling joyrides.
2. Group Joining Rara Lake Helicopter Charter Flight
Depending on your group size, the cost for the group joining helicopter flights will cost around USD 1400 per person. If 3 or 5 people are paying together, the price will be slightly lower than USD 1400 per person, respectably. To help with costs, you can opt for a group joining the Rara Lake Helicopter charter flight.
Best Season for Rara Lake Helicopter Tour
Rara Lake Helicopter Tour is doable all year round. However, the best time for this helicopter tour during any months of the Spring and Autumn seasons.
Rara Lake Helicopter Tour in Spring Season
The Spring season (March to May) offers the best view of Rara Lake with warm and pleasant weather. During this time of the year, you will enjoy enticing views of the colorful rhododendrons filling the mountain trails with color, and the view from above is just amazing! The flawless beauty of Rara Lake, incredible views of remote Nepal, and the natural beauty of forests, mountains, hills will take your breath away!
Rara Lake Helicopter Tour in Summer Season
In the summer season (June to August), there is heavy rainfall, and the water level of the rivers and streams will rise above. During the summer season, the weather is not so good; there is a high chance of flight cancellation and delay. If you want to do this heli tour during summer, you can still try it!
Rara Lake Helicopter Tour in Autumn Season
The Autumn season (September – November) is another excellent time for the Rara Helicopter tour. Since the monsoon is over, the skies are cloudless, and the mountain views are best. The weather is also stable, neither too hot nor too cold. During the autumn season, you will get a bird’s eye view of the stunning scenery below. You will get unparalleled views of mountains, lakes, hillsides.
Rara Lake Helicopter Tour in Winter Season
The Winter season (December-February) is generally not considered the best time for this tour. But still, this short tour is possible. If you opt for this heli ride during the winter, you will enjoy the view of forests, mountain trails covered with snow, and icy temperatures. However, the lake never freezes, so you can still see the beautiful snow-capped mountains reflecting on the pristine waters of Rara Lake.
Why Choose Rara Lake Helicopter Tour?
If you want to look for a real adventure, solitude, and a unique experience in a short period, then Rara Lake Helicopter Tour with Landing is really for you!
1. The Views are Spectacular
Our helicopters allow every passenger to have their window for a view from every angle! If you want to change your perspective for a better view, this incredible heli ride would be a perfect option. Flying over the lake, mountains, green hills, and forests can show their immense size, simultaneously making you feel super tiny.
The Rara National Park beautifully surrounds the lake with pine, spruce, juniper, and coniferous forest with rare and vulnerable species. During this heli ride, you will witness astonishing views of a snow-capped Himalayan milky peak on the top that makes a unique combination of incredible beauty.
2. Aerial Photography
Yes, you can take unlimited pictures, videos while on this helicopter tour as you soar over Rara Lake. It is so expansive it’s challenging to see the entire lake let alone capture a picture of it. When viewed from above during the Rara Lake Helicopter Tour, the lake’s epic scale comes into full view, and you can capture it. The best time for photography is both sunrise and sunset.
3. See the Pristine Rara Lake Like Never Before
If you want to see Rara Lake’s beauty from an entirely different perspective, opt for Rara Lake Heli Tour. This tour will take you to the fascinating view of Rara Lake while just sitting and relaxing at your helicopter seat. This tour will fly past the tranquil Rara Lake, where you will witness the unbelievable beauty of mountains and green hills. Once you are out of the helicopter, you can indulge in the magnificent sight of Rara Lake while enjoying a hot cup of tea or coffee.
4. Time Efficient
A helicopter ride is the most time-efficient mode of traveling around the magnificent Rara lake. If you are short on vacation time, you can opt for this heli ride, which allows you to see more quickly. Helicopter charter flights are an excellent way to reduce travel time. You will get spectacular views of deep blue Rara Lake, the forested hillsides, and the snow capped peaks during this short mountain flight.
Rara Lake Helicopter Tour Packing List
When you plan for the Rara Lake Helicopter tour, you might assume that you don’t need to pack much. But there are some essentials you need to bring along to make sure your adventure is the best it can be. These are the lists of the gear items that are essential if you want to have a good time on the Rara Lake Helicopter Tour.
- Waterproof and windproof down jacket and trousers
- Sun hat and woolen hat
- Scarf to cover your face from the sun and dust
- Sunglasses goggles
- Sunscreen cream of above 20 ph
- Comfortable boots with warm socks
- Water bottle
- Toilet paper to use in case of emergency
- Camera with spare batteries, memory card, and charger
- Passport and important documents
Essential Safety Tips for Rara Lake Helicopter Tour
- Tight your seat belts carefully
- Don’t disturb the pilot
- Wait for the instructions from the operator before and after getting on and off the chopper
- Don’t smoke during the flight
- Don’t throw any stuff from the window of the helicopter
- Don’t change the seats on the helicopter
- Don’t take your hands and heat out of the window
Helicopter Models Used for Rara Helicopter Tour
The helicopter we operate for sightseeing is AS 350 Series of helicopters manufactured by Eurocopter, France. It is trendy around the world for its versatile performance. These helicopters are perfect for mountain flight and other types of helicopter missions.
Following are some standard features of our helicopter models: Comfortable seating arrangements and excellent reliability under extreme conditions. Besides sightseeing, we also run and organize rescue evacuation operations around Nepal Himalaya. Following are some helicopter model we used for the sightseeing tour;
1. 9N ANA (AS350B3e)
Model: AS350B3e
- Manufacturer: Airbus, France
- Engine type: Arriel 2D
- Passenger capacity: 5 + 1
- Maximum Takeoff Weight: 2250 KG
- Maximum Operating Altitude: 23,000 FT
2. 9N ALA (AS350B3e)
Model: AS350b3e
- Manufacturer: Airbus, France
- Engine Type: Arriel 2D
- Passenger Capacity: 5 + 1
- Maximum Takeoff Weight: 2250 KG
- Maximum Operating Altitude: 23,000 FT
3. 9N-AJD (AS 350 FX II)
Model: AS350 FX II
- Manufacturer: Airbus, France
- Engine Type: LTS – 101 700D2
- Passenger Capacity: 5 + 1
- Maximum Takeoff Weight: 2250 KG
- Maximum Operating Altitude: 16,000 FT
4. 9N-AFQ (AS 350 FX II)
Model: AS350 FX II
- Manufacturer: Airbus, France
- Engine Type: LTS – 101 700D2
- Passenger Capacity: 5 + 1
- Maximum Takeoff Weight: 2250 KG
- Maximum Operating Altitude: 16,000 FT
5. 9N-AGU (AS350 BA)
Model: AS350 BA
- Manufacturer: Airbus, France
- Engine Type: Arriel 1B
- Passenger Capacity: 5 + 1
- Maximum Takeoff Weight: 2100 KG
- Maximum Operating Altitude: 16,000 FT
