Tilicho Lake Heli Tour is an amazing place to enjoy the adventure by air for an hour or less. Depending upon the route as per the pilot best navigation makes the flight more enjoyable and worthwhile.
Tilicho Lake Heli Tour is an exciting thrill flying beyond the massif range of the Annapurna Himalayas range of peaks. At a flying distance of 55 km / 35 miles from the scenic city of Pokhara. Located on a verdant valley of a warm mild climate, an attractive, and leading tourist destination for all types of adventures.
The Helicopter flies high and above the green rolling hills over the Annapurna Himalayas, reaching the lovely picturesque Manang valley. During the flight enjoy the exceptional panoramic views of staggering giant snow-capped peaks of Annapurna’s, Chulu as well Manaslu Himalayan range.
On leaving the wonderful valley of Manang and its charming villages, the Helicopter swirls high heading south toward Tilicho Lake. On landing by the safe spot and then explore the hidden beautiful turquoise lake of Tilicho.
Tilicho Lake, situated at an altitude of 4,919 meters or 16, 139 feet high, is encircled by an array of towering peaks. It is listed as the world’s highest lake and stands amidst Nilgiris, Gangapurna Himal; and the adjoining mountain range of Annapurna Himalaya.
The charming-looking Tilicho Lake is 4 km or 2 1/2 miles long, with 1.2 km or a half-mile wide. Believed to be about 200 meters / 656 feet deep, where no aquatic plants exist. The lake is formed by the glacial source of near surrounding peaks and remains frozen most of the year round.
Tilicho Lake is often visited by a group of trekkers as a side trip on the famous and popular Annapurna Circuit route. The lake is also regarded as holy of Hindu religious significance, which is recorded in the famous holy epic Ramayana.
Apart from a religious point of view of Tilicho Lake's surroundings, the landscapes are spectacular with amazing scenery. Overlooking views of dry scenic terrains against the white snow peaks, certainly makes Tilicho one of the most beautiful spot.
At Tilicho after a short walk around the Lakeshore, then back on the helicopter for a sweeping flight to Pokhara. After a breathtaking thrill and experience on Tilicho Lake Heli Tour with wonderful memorable moments.
Detailed Itinerary for Tilicho Lake Heli Tour:
Starting as early as possible by 6:30 to 7 p.m. from Pokhara domestic airport for Muktinath Heli Tour. Walk towards the airline counter, where our staff will hand you the boarding pass for an exciting short flight.
As you board a small spacious Helicopter, greeted by airline staff and the pilot of the Heli flight. Once seated the captain starts the engine lifting it higher up into the blue clear Himalayan sky. Enjoy the panoramic views of Pokhara city and the valley with simmering lakes, as the chopper heads higher. Facing spectacular scenery of the snow mountain range of Annapurna, Manaslu, Lamjung, and Dhaulagiri Himal with the majestic peak of Machhapuchare.
The flight heads above green hills over the villages of Lamjung areas and then reaches the Manang area skyline. The chopper flies above green hills steeped with lovely traditional farm villages following the famous Annapurna Circuit route. Then slowly the helicopter makes a smooth landing at the main Manang village or Humdre Manang small airport.
The pilot will deposit some fuel for the return trip, while passengers can enjoy refreshing moments. After a brief stop, the flight continues heading south of Manang Valley and the villages.
The country changes from green tree lines to arid desert-like landscapes around the remote corners of the Manang district. Makes a smooth soft landing close to the Tilicho Lake shoreline, where you can enjoy fabulous moments.
Facing a tremendous grand vista of surrounding beautiful scenery of snow-capped peaks reflecting on the surface of Tilicho Lake. A breathtaking experience in the close harmony of staggering giant peaks within the magnificent turquoise-colored Lake of Tilicho.
Enjoy the wonderful moments, then get on board for a scenic flight back to Pokhara; after a glorious refreshing morning on Tilicho Lake Heli Tour.