Muktinath Heli Darshan

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Activities

Heli Tour

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DURATION

1 Days 0 Nights

DESTINATION

Kathmandu Muktinath

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MAX ALTITUDE

3750 Meters.

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GROUP SIZE

4 Min. Pax

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MEALS

No meal

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ACCOMODATION

Day Trip

BEST TIME

Spring Autumn Summer Winter

TRIP OVERVIEW

Muktinath is situated at the base of Thorong La mountain pass at an altitude of 3710 meters. One of the world’s highest temples, Muktinath is located in the Mustang district. Muktinath is one of Char Dham in Nepal which according to Hindu mythology, is also called Mukti Kshetra, the place of liberation. Muktinath is a very ancient temple that is related to God Vishnu. Considered to be the sacred place of salvation, this place is the pilgrimage site of both Hindus and Buddhists. This is a place of religious importance. This temple is built in pagoda style which is also one of 108 Vishnu shrines. The spellbound beauty of the entire surroundings of Muktinath can make every visitor enchanted with so many positive vibes. 

The temple of Muktinath is small in size and has a human-sized golden statue of Lord Vishnu as Shri Mukti Narayana. Including Mukti Narayana, this temple has various images of Bhoodevi, Lava-Kusa, Sapta Rishis, the goddesses Saraswati and Janaki. The worship of this shrine is conducted by the Buddhist nuns. This temple is taken to be the 106th out of 108 Divya Desam and they are considered sacred by the Shri Vaishnava sect. According to Sri Vaishnava literature, the ancient name of this place is Thiru Saligramam before Buddhist origin. This place is also taken to be one of the 51 shakti peethas. This place is called Chumig Gyatsa by the Buddhists which means ‘Hundred Waters’ in Tibetan. Regarded to be one of eight sacred shrines known as Svayam Vyakta Kshetras (the other seven including Srirangam, Srimusnam, Tirupati, Naimisharanya, Thothadri, Pushkar, and Badrinath. The most interesting part of Muktinath is the Kali Gandaki river which is the major source of the rare Saligram stones which are adored as the symbol of the sacred God Vishnu. 

Following Hindu Mythology, this world is encircled with the illusions of love and there is the certainty of life, death, and rebirth. It is believed that everyone wants to get rid of this cycle of life and death and get liberation. Muktinath is the major place that helps to get rid of all the problems in life. The 108 waterspouts in the backyard and two ponds in front of the temple are the symbol of salvation. It is believed that the devotees who take bath in the cold waters in the holy tap and ponds get their souls cleansed and get rid of all the sins committed in their life. Indeed, Muktinath is the perfect spot to meditate and enjoy inner peace and delight. Muktinath is the most venerated place which offers so many opportunities to visitors. Having observed the quiet scenario of this place, pilgrims hold a kind of peculiar energy, some kind of relief and salvation from their day-to-day sufferings of life. Residing in proximity to the Himalayas and lying down in the lap of nature, this place diverts the mind of visitors with so many virtuous thoughts and ideas. The pure and pristine beauty of the place captivates the mind of the visitors. This place is the perfect spot to observe the breathtaking views of the Dhaulagiri Himalaya and the Annapurna range which provides peculiar experiences to the visitors.

Highlights of Mustang Heli Darshan

  • The magnificent view of snowcapped mountains like Annapurna I, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri 

  • Beautiful view of snowy Thorang La mountain pass- one of the highest mountain passes in the world. 

  • Visit the beautiful Muktinath temple to worship and prayer 

  • On the trip from Kathmandu to Muktinath, a bird's eye view of the rivers, forests, and peaks.

Terms & Conditions:

  • The helicopter flights to the above sectors are dependent on weather conditions.

  • The company reserves the right to cancel/postpone the flight in case of bad weather or any technical/emergencies.

  • The pilot-in-command has the full authority to decide on the passenger weight, flight route, and ground time in each sector due to flight safety reasons.

Itinerary

Early in the morning, our tour agent will transfer you from your hotel to Kathmandu domestic airport. After reaching an airport, you will have to go through some security checks then our instructor will give the briefing regarding our today’s trip to Muktinath, what to do and what not to do. Following the instructions, we will then board into the helicopter. During the flight, we will get to see the stunning ariel view of snow-capped mountains like Annapurna I, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri. After flying for 45 minutes we will reach Muktinath temple and we will do puja and havan then explore the Muktinath area and return to Kathmandu domestic airport and then we will transfer you to your hotel.

INCLUDES

  • Passenger insurance, in case of appearance of any accidents during the Muktinath Heli tour
  • The fare of two way Helicopter flights
  • All Government, Vat, Service charge, and airport taxes (USD 2) are included
  • First aid or oxygen during the time of emergency
  • Airport pick & drop off service by Private Vehicle
  • All necessary permits and governmental documents
  • Depending on the weight, a charter for up to 5 people can be arranged.

EXCLUDES

  • Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, Tips
  • Accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • Travel insurance, personal items, and expenses
  • International airfare & Nepal Visa Fee (You may easily issue Nepal visa on your Arrival).
  • Entrance fee if necessary

FAQs

The Heli tour to Muktinath can be completed within 2 hours of time.

To book a trip, you can kindly either contact us directly or email us at info@shivalayaholidays.com.

You may choose according to your convenience, you may either bank transfer, credit card, western union, or other options.

Yes, you will get your refund if you cancel the flight due to different circumstances.

Given the short period of time, we are unlikely to get altitude sickness. Because the location is relatively low in altitude which reduces the risk. But in case of emergency our crew will provide your first-aid or transfer you to the lower altitude or Kathmandu if necessary.

Yes, the flights can get delayed or cancelled due to the bad weather or frequent rainfall. In case of cancellation, you will get your refund according to the refund policy.

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