Bhutan Travel Escape

Helicopter

Traditional Textile Tour
(BUT-KHOMA-BUT)(50-minute helicopter ride )

Enjoy the overflying majestic landscape towards Lhuntse, the region known as the ancestral home of our kings. The flight will overfly Lhuntse Rinchentse Dzong, situated on a hilltop overlooking Kuri chhu. Towards the south, you will enjoy the breathtaking view of the World’s Tallest Guru Nangsey Ziloen statue (157 feet tall), which sits atop a hilltop in Takila. On this tour, we can make a pitstop at Khoma village, popularly known for its intricately patterned silk textile known as Kishuthara, generally worn as Kira (traditional wrapper for Bhutanese women).

Points of Interest:

  • Tang Valley • Takila Guru • Khoma Village 

Hidden Lake Tour (BUT-Gomthang (Hidden lake)- BUT)(35-minute helicopter ride )

Enjoy the beautiful valley of Bumthang from the air. This scenic flight will fly towards the north of Bumthang valley over the famous Dhur Tsachu (hot spring) and land into the enchanting, mysterious hidden lake. On a beautiful day, one might also get a glimpse of Mt. Gangkhar Puensum.

Points of Interest:

  • Chamkhar Valley • Bumthang Airport • Dhur Tsachu • Hidden lake 

Dagala Couple Tour (30 minutes helicopter ride)

The tour offers an unforgettable experience of Bhutanese wilderness and cultural aspects as you fly along the southern Paro valley into a Shangrila adorned with many pristine and crystal clear lakes. We’ll treat you with stunning views of the entire Himalayan mountain range: Mt.Jumolhari, Mt. Masang Gang, Mt. Jichu Drake, Mt.Gangkhar Phunsum, Mt. Gangchen Ta, and many other equally magnificent peaks; and on a clear weather day, you will also get a glimpse of world’s third highest Mt. Kangchenjunga, standing at an elevation of 8586 m. On your return flight, you will overfly the 15th-century Talakha Goenpa in the south of Thimphu, Bhutan’s capital city. You will also get a glimpse of the world’s most giant sitting statue of Buddha Dordenma perched atop a hill in Kuensel Phodrang.

Points of Interest:

  • South of Paro Valley & the Airport • Mt. Kangchenjunga • Mt. Jumolhari • Mt. Masang Gang • Mt. Jichu Drake & Mt. Gangchen Ta • Talakha Goenpa • Buddha Dordenma Statue • A panoramic view of Thimphu city, “Capital of Bhutan” 

Bhutan Helicopter Tour

Though Bhutan is a small constitutional Democracy country between two giant countries (India and China), it has come to the new era of having luxury air transport service to enjoy scenic multi Himalayan beauties and valleys viewed after officially birth of the Royal Helicopter service in the country in 2015. 

The operation started on the 5th of November 2015, coinciding with the 60th birth anniversary of our fourth king Jigme Singye Wangchuk. Currently located and operates from Paro International Airport. It works with the fleets of two new brand H130 (EC130 T2) with a maximum seat capacity of six passengers and one pilot.

Undoubtedly, we arrange for you to immerse with your tour packages or only for scenic tours in the country. Therefore, it will shorten your road rides and give amazing unique experiences of flying over beautiful hills, valleys, dense forests, majestic mountains with maximum comfort in your journey. 

Scenic Heli- Bhutan Tour (Charter Packages)

Traditional Textile Tour (BUT-KHOMA-BUT)(50-minute helicopter ride )

Enjoy the overflying majestic landscape towards Lhuntse, the region known as the ancestral home of our kings. The flight will overfly Lhuntse Rinchentse Dzong, situated on a hilltop overlooking Kuri chhu. Towards the south, you will enjoy the breathtaking view of the World’s Tallest Guru Nangsey Ziloen statue (157 feet tall), which sits atop a hilltop in Takila. On this tour, we can make a pitstop at Khoma village, popularly known for its intricately patterned silk textile known as Kishuthara, generally worn as Kira (traditional wrapper for Bhutanese women).

Points of Interest:

  • Tang Valley • Takila Guru • Khoma Village 

Snow Man Trek (3hour helicopter ride)

Zoom in your lenses as we sojourn into the Northern Shangrila of Bhutan while making sure you savor every luscious scene along the world-famous Snowman Trek. Then, as we streak over the northerly heavens and finally bid farewell in Bumthang, you’ll have traversed a journey of 26 days on a flight of mere 3 hours and witnessed the true beatific nature of the Himalayas unfolding before your very eyes.

Points of Interest:

  • Paro Valley & the airport • Laya and Lingzhi • Mt. Jumolhari & Mt. Jichu Drake • Mt. Tsherimgang, Mt. Masagang, & Mt. Tiger Mountain • Lingzhi Yugyal Dzong • Gasa Tongmon Dzong • Punakha Dzong • Lunana • Table Mountain & Mt. Gangkar Punsum • Bumthang valley 

Royal Manas Wildlife Tour (BUT-MANAS-BUT)(80-minute helicopter ride )

This fascinating tour takes you through one of Bhutan’s oldest preserved areas connected by the wildlife corridors of Jigme Singye Wangchuck National Park in the northwest, Phibsoo Wildlife Sanctuary in the southwest, Phrumsengla National Park in the northern center, and Jomotshangkha Wildlife Sanctuary in the south east. Then, fly into the heart of Royal Manas Wildlife Park, and experience the indigenous flora and fauna in abundance.

Points of Interest:

  • Royal Manas National Park • Jigme Singye Wangchuck National Park • Phibsoo Wildlife Sanctuary • Phrumsengla National Park in the northern center • Jomotshangkha Wildlife Sanctuary in the southeast 

Majestic Himalayan Mountain Tour (2-hour helicopter ride)

Beyond the snowcapped Mt. Jumolhari, flying further northeast, you can view the majestic companion peak of Mt. Jumolhari and Mt. Jichu Drakey, which stands at 6794 meters from sea level. This mountain is known to have a double summit, with the lower discussion towards the south. Our helicopter tour will give you the best views of the Himalayan ranges. On your return flight, we will fly over the majestic Lingzhi Dzong, situated at an altitude of 4150 meters. This dzong was built in 1668 to celebrate Bhutan’s victory over the Tibetans in the war of 1667. It’s also known as the “Lingzhi Yugyal Dzong.”

Points of Interest:

  • Paro Valley & the Airport • Rinpung & Ta Dzong • Kyichu Lhakhang & Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) • Drugyel Dzong • Mt. Jumolhari • Mt. Jichu Drakey • Lingzhi Yugyal Dzong 

Discover Paro Taktsang (30 minutes Helicopter Ride)

The scenic flight will offer a spectacular view of Paro valley from the air; While flying along the valley, you will discover most of the sacred places and the critical landmarks the valley has to offer. However, the most important highlight of the tour will be the famous Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest).

Points of Interest:

  • Paro International Airport • Paro Valley- Traditional Bhutanese houses, rice paddy fields & Pa Chu • Ta Dzong • Rinpung Dzong • Kyichu Lhakhang • Drugyel Dzong and Mt. Jumolhari.

To avoid any confusion, complication, or disruption on the service soon, we urge to go through all below-listed term & condition.

  • The actual rate will be quoted for the round trip; any halt will be charged separately.
  • Reservation must make in advance before 72 hours with 100% payment before the operation of the flight.
  • 50% of the payment will be refundable if a reservation has been canceled before the 72hours of departure 
  • 100% of payment will be forfeited, if the cancellation has been made after 72 hours 
  • Payment will be non-refundable in case of cancellation of the flight unless technical disruption. However, the Charterer may be allowed to operate on subsequent dates.
  • The transport and other related costs will be charged separately if any operations or service is required. 
  • 3.5% of the total cost will be charged as a transaction fee for those who make their payments by credit card.
  • Shall make Currency of payment in BTN or USD Dollar
  • Will cover Passenger Insurances liability with the aircraft.
  • Due to the nature of the topography, fluctuation of weather conditions, flight timing maybe cannot determine precisely in case. However, we will assist in completing the mission. Hence, we recommend that guests have travel insurance to cover Helicopter evacuation in case of emergencies. 
  • During evacuation and any helicopter mission, if it is booked and in operation for a particular task, it will be chargeable even if it is not successful due to weather conditions but attempted.