Damodar Kund Nepal by Helicopter takes you on tour to the holy lake of Upper Mustang. Every year thousands of worshippers plan to visit this place to wash their sins away.
If you are looking forward to visiting Damodar Kund but do not have time, the Damodar Kund helicopter tour is for you. You travel to the Himalayas of Nepal within a few hour’s time.
About Damodar Kund Nepal
Damodar Kund is a holy lake in the Upper Mustang area in the northern Himalaya range of Annapurna. The Kund is located in the rain shadow area of the restricted region in Nepal.
The Damodar Kund is a prominent lake for Hindu followers on the basin of Damodar Himal. The lake resides in the area of the Tibetan plateau landscape near Tibet.
People believe you should reach this place once in a lifetime and take the holy bath. People say taking a bath here helps forgive all the sins of your current and previous life.
Damodar Kunda lies at an elevation of 4890 m above sea level. Every year during the full moon of August, a big festival is held on the Kunda. Many pilgrimages, both Hindu and Buddhist, visit during this time.
This lake flows and meets up with the Gandaki river making its source. You get to see several peaks from this place, such as Bhrikuti Peak, Muktinath Himal, Damodar Himal, etc.
Highlights of Damodar Kund Nepal By Helicopter
- Fast trip to Damodar Kund
- Fly above Mustang, the dessert of Nepal
- Visit one of the restricted areas of Nepal
- Fly over the holy temple Muktinath
- Ride helicopter back and forth the tour
- Epic view of peaks and landscapes
- Visit the rain shadow area
Starting Point
There are two starting points for Damodar Kund Nepal by helicopter. You can begin the tour from Kathmandu or Pokhara.
1 Day Damodar Kund Nepal by Helicopter via Kathmandu
If you are short on holidays, then you can choose the 1 Day Damodar Kund Helicopter tour. It starts and ends in Kathmandu, taking a total two-way timing of 3.5 hours.
The helicopter flight costs more and takes more time from Kathmandu. However, you visit the kund and return in a few hours.
Outline Itinerary
- Arrival at Kathmandu
- Transfer to Tribhuvan International airport
- Fly to Damodar Kund with 30 min landing time
- Explore around Damodar Kund
- Fly back to Kathmandu
5 Days Damodar Kund Nepal by Helicopter via Pokhara
5 Days Damodar Kund Helicopter tour is great if you have an extra few days on your hands. You get to roam and visit attraction sites of the two beautiful cities of Nepal.
This tour combines Damodar Kunda with various sightseeing tours. You will be visiting a few of the UNESCO heritage sites on this trip. The helicopter ride to Damodar Kund takes a total duration of 2.5 hours from Pokhara.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Nepal
Day 2: Sightseeing around Kathmandu and evening flight to Pokhara
Day 3: Fly to Damodar Kund, explore around and back to Pokhara
Day 4: Sightseeing around Pokhara and evening flight to Kathmandu
Day 5: Departure
Outline Itinerary
- Fly to Damodar Kunda Nepal by helicopter
- Visit the temple and explore Damodar Kunda.
- Fly back to Pokhara
Or
- Fly back to Kathmandu and drop off at the hotel
Important Points
- You will be needing a special entry permit to visit Damodar Kund, which costs US$ 500 per person.
- You will also be needing an Annapurna Conservation Area Project entry permit, which costs US$ 30 per person.
- Both permits of all travelers for about a week-long are needed for Helicopter flight permits.
Best Time for Helicopter Tour
March to May and October to November are the best time for Damodar Kund Nepal by Helicopter. These are the times for warm days and a bit chilly nights. These months fall under the spring and autumn season.
The blue skies are crystal clear with marvelous views of peaks and landscapes. There are fewer chances of snowfall and rainfall during the spring and autumn. These seasons are best for helicopter tours.
December to February is also suitable for heli tours, but heavy snowfall can cause some complications. Flights might be delayed due to bad climatic conditions.
June to July is the least preferred time for heli tours due to rainfall in lower regions. But Damodar Kund falls in the rain shadow area, so there are a few chances of precipitation.
What to wear on this tour?
The clothing differs according to the season you travel. Carry Light warm clothes during hot weather conditions and heavy warm clothes during cold weather conditions.
- Warm clothes
- Fleece jacket
- Down jacket
- Woolen gloves
- Woolen socks
- sunglasses
- Pair of hiking shoes
