Gosainkunda Helicopter Tour

The Gosaikunda Helicopter Tour offers a convenient and affordable way to explore the breathtaking beauty of Gosaikunda. Nestled in the Rasuwa District within Nepal’s Langtang National Park, Gosaikunda is a pristine alpine freshwater lake situated at an altitude of 4,380 meters (14,370 feet). Covering an area of 13.8 hectares (34 acres), the lake and its associated reservoirs span 1,030 hectares (4.0 square miles), earning recognition as a Ramsar site on September 29, 2007. Gosaikunda, along with its surrounding lakes, freezes during the winter months from October to June, contributing to the formation of the Trishuli River.

The Gosaikunda Helicopter Tour provides a quick 15-20 minute journey from Kathmandu to Gosaikunda and back. Upon arrival at the lake, guests are treated to awe-inspiring views of the surrounding peaks and stunning landscapes. The tour offers panoramic vistas of Chandan Bari, situated at approximately 3,200 meters (10,500 feet) above sea level, and Laurebina yak at 3,700 meters (12,100 feet). At Laurebina yak, visitors can witness captivating sunrise and sunset views overlooking the Langtang and Ganesh Himal ranges.

The helicopter ride also showcases aerial perspectives of Thadepati, Mangengoth, Kutumsang, and several villages nestled amidst the hillsides, depending on the flight speed. The Gosaikunda region holds significant religious importance, with Hindu scriptures and legends attributing it as the sacred abode of deities Shiva and Gauri. The Hindu epics Ramayana and Mahabharata, as well as the Bhagavata Purana and Vishnu Purana, reference the Samundra Manthan, which is closely linked to the origin of Gosaikunda.

The holy water of Gosaikunda holds spiritual significance, drawing thousands of pilgrims from Nepal and India during festivals like Ganga Dussehra and Janai Purnima. The Gosaikunda Helicopter Tour offers an unforgettable aerial experience, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural and cultural wonders of this sacred Himalayan destination.