Fly directly to Rara Lake in Nepal's remote far west, reaching the country's largest lake in a single day instead of the multi-day trek otherwise required to access this pristine, rarely visited destination.
The Rara Lake Helicopter Tour is a 1-day trip in Kathmandu or Nepalgunj, rated easy, no trekking required difficulty, reaching a maximum elevation of Rara Lake, 2,990m (9,810 ft). The best time to do this trip is Year-round, best in Autumn (Sep - Nov) & Spring (Mar - May). The package includes group sizes of 1-5 people per helicopter, not applicable, single-day tour accommodation, breakfast or lunch included at rara lake.
| Country | Kathmandu or Nepalgunj |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy, no trekking required |
| Max Elevation | Rara Lake, 2,990m (9,810 ft) |
| Duration | 1 |
| Best Time | Year-round, best in Autumn (Sep - Nov) & Spring (Mar - May) |
| Meals | Breakfast or lunch included at Rara Lake |
| Accommodation | Not applicable, single-day tour |
| Group Size | 1-5 people per helicopter |
How long does the Rara Lake Helicopter Tour take?
Rara Lake, Nepal's largest lake, sits in one of the country's most remote regions, typically requiring a demanding multi-day trek or a flight followed by days of walking to reach. This helicopter tour compresses that journey into a single day, offering direct access to Rara National Park's pristine, rarely visited landscape without the extensive time commitment normally required.
Rara Lake remains one of Nepal's most strikingly beautiful yet least accessible natural destinations, and this tour offers travellers without weeks to spare a genuine way to experience its deep blue waters and surrounding wilderness.
This tour suits travellers wanting to see one of Nepal's most remote and pristine destinations without committing to the lengthy trek normally required, regardless of fitness level.
| Option | Duration | Physical Effort |
|---|---|---|
| Helicopter Tour | 1 day | None |
| Rara Lake Trek | 14 days | Moderate to Strenuous |
The helicopter tour makes Rara Lake accessible in a single day, compared to the two-week commitment required for the full trekking approach to this remote region.
View Himalaya's Rara Lake Helicopter Tour starts from USD 1,450 per person, reflecting the considerable flight distance and remote logistics involved in reaching Nepal's far west. Contact View Himalaya for current pricing based on departure city and group size.
Given the remoteness of this route, flights are subject to weather conditions in both the departure city and at Rara Lake itself. Advance booking is recommended given limited helicopter availability for this route.
An unforgettable experience from start to finish. The support crew were fantastic throughout, always checking in on us. A particular highlight for us was rara National Park's protected wildlife and pristine ecosystem. If you're considering this trip, just book it - you won't regret it.
A genuinely well organised and memorable trip. The support crew were fantastic throughout, always checking in on us. A particular highlight for us was rara National Park's protected wildlife and pristine ecosystem. Would recommend this to friends and family without any reservation.
