Do I need previous experience for the Ultra Light Flight Tour?

Most activities are designed for beginners with no previous experience required. Our professional guides provide comprehensive safety briefings and equipment training. For rafting, we offer trips from Class II (family-friendly) to Class V (expert). For paragliding and bungee, tandem/certified operators handle the technical aspects. We match activities to your fitness and experience level.

Is safety equipment provided and what are the limits?

All necessary safety equipment is included and meets international standards: rafting (helmets, life jackets, paddles), paragliding (harness, helmet, emergency parachute), bungee (harness, helmet, backup system), mountain biking (helmet, gloves). Limits vary: rafting age 8+ (Class II-III) or 14+ (Class IV-V), weight 30-110kg. Paragliding age 12+, weight 30-110kg. Bungee age 16+, weight 45-110kg. Inform us of medical conditions at booking. Safety guides: Lukla Flight Delays Risk Everest Base Camp, Everest Base Camp Package Scenery Safety Value.

What should I wear and bring?

Rafting: quick-dry clothing, swimwear, sandals with straps (no flip-flops), sunscreen, sunglasses with strap. Paragliding: layers (mornings cool), closed-toe shoes, sunglasses, light jacket. Bungee: comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, no loose items. Jungle safari: neutral colors (greens, browns), walking shoes, binoculars, insect repellent. See Things to Carry tab for complete list. Packing guides: Australian Budget Everest Base Camp Flights Insurance Tips Gear, Limi Valley Trek Package Camping Gear Meals Staff Simikot Flights.

What happens if the weather is bad and do I need insurance?

Adventure activities are weather-dependent for safety. If we cancel: rafting rescheduled or refunded, paragliding rescheduled or refunded, bungee operates in light rain, jungle safari operates year-round. Travel insurance is mandatory for all adventure activities and must cover emergency medical treatment and evacuation. Book morning slots for best weather. Seasonal guides: Everest View Trek Best Season Visibility, Upper Dolpo Trek Cancellation Terms Flights Weather. Insurance guides: What Cancellation Terms And Travel Insurance Details Matter Before Booking A Ren, Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Insurance Needed.

How do I book and what is the cost?

Price: USD 189 per person. Contact us via website or email with your preferred date. 30% deposit to confirm, balance due on activity day. We accept bank transfer, credit card (4% surcharge), PayPal, and cash. Book at least 1 week in advance for peak season (October-November, March-May). Meeting point and what-to-bring details sent after booking.

Do I need previous experience for the Ultra Light Flight Tour?

Most activities are designed for beginners with no previous experience required. Our professional guides provide comprehensive safety briefings and equipment training. For rafting, we offer trips from Class II (family-friendly) to Class V (expert). For paragliding and bungee, tandem/certified operators handle the technical aspects. We match activities to your fitness and experience level.

Is safety equipment provided and what are the limits?

All necessary safety equipment is included and meets international standards: rafting (helmets, life jackets, paddles), paragliding (harness, helmet, emergency parachute), bungee (harness, helmet, backup system), mountain biking (helmet, gloves). Limits vary: rafting age 8+ (Class II-III) or 14+ (Class IV-V), weight 30-110kg. Paragliding age 12+, weight 30-110kg. Bungee age 16+, weight 45-110kg. Inform us of medical conditions at booking. Safety guides: Lukla Flight Delays Risk Everest Base Camp, Everest Base Camp Package Scenery Safety Value.

What should I wear and bring?

Rafting: quick-dry clothing, swimwear, sandals with straps (no flip-flops), sunscreen, sunglasses with strap. Paragliding: layers (mornings cool), closed-toe shoes, sunglasses, light jacket. Bungee: comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, no loose items. Jungle safari: neutral colors (greens, browns), walking shoes, binoculars, insect repellent. See Things to Carry tab for complete list. Packing guides: Australian Budget Everest Base Camp Flights Insurance Tips Gear, Limi Valley Trek Package Camping Gear Meals Staff Simikot Flights.

What happens if the weather is bad and do I need insurance?

Adventure activities are weather-dependent for safety. If we cancel: rafting rescheduled or refunded, paragliding rescheduled or refunded, bungee operates in light rain, jungle safari operates year-round. Travel insurance is mandatory for all adventure activities and must cover emergency medical treatment and evacuation. Book morning slots for best weather. Seasonal guides: Everest View Trek Best Season Visibility, Upper Dolpo Trek Cancellation Terms Flights Weather. Insurance guides: What Cancellation Terms And Travel Insurance Details Matter Before Booking A Ren, Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Insurance Needed.

How do I book and what is the cost?

Price: USD 189 per person. Contact us via website or email with your preferred date. 30% deposit to confirm, balance due on activity day. We accept bank transfer, credit card (4% surcharge), PayPal, and cash. Book at least 1 week in advance for peak season (October-November, March-May). Meeting point and what-to-bring details sent after booking.

Do I need previous experience for the Ultra Light Flight Tour?

Most activities are designed for beginners with no previous experience required. Our professional guides provide comprehensive safety briefings and equipment training. For rafting, we offer trips from Class II (family-friendly) to Class V (expert). For paragliding and bungee, tandem/certified operators handle the technical aspects. We match activities to your fitness and experience level.

Is safety equipment provided and what are the limits?

All necessary safety equipment is included and meets international standards: rafting (helmets, life jackets, paddles), paragliding (harness, helmet, emergency parachute), bungee (harness, helmet, backup system), mountain biking (helmet, gloves). Limits vary: rafting age 8+ (Class II-III) or 14+ (Class IV-V), weight 30-110kg. Paragliding age 12+, weight 30-110kg. Bungee age 16+, weight 45-110kg. Inform us of medical conditions at booking. Safety guides: Lukla Flight Delays Risk Everest Base Camp, Everest Base Camp Package Scenery Safety Value.

What should I wear and bring?

Rafting: quick-dry clothing, swimwear, sandals with straps (no flip-flops), sunscreen, sunglasses with strap. Paragliding: layers (mornings cool), closed-toe shoes, sunglasses, light jacket. Bungee: comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, no loose items. Jungle safari: neutral colors (greens, browns), walking shoes, binoculars, insect repellent. See Things to Carry tab for complete list. Packing guides: Australian Budget Everest Base Camp Flights Insurance Tips Gear, Limi Valley Trek Package Camping Gear Meals Staff Simikot Flights.

What happens if the weather is bad and do I need insurance?

Adventure activities are weather-dependent for safety. If we cancel: rafting rescheduled or refunded, paragliding rescheduled or refunded, bungee operates in light rain, jungle safari operates year-round. Travel insurance is mandatory for all adventure activities and must cover emergency medical treatment and evacuation. Book morning slots for best weather. Seasonal guides: Everest View Trek Best Season Visibility, Upper Dolpo Trek Cancellation Terms Flights Weather. Insurance guides: What Cancellation Terms And Travel Insurance Details Matter Before Booking A Ren, Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Insurance Needed.

How do I book and what is the cost?

Price: USD 189 per person. Contact us via website or email with your preferred date. 30% deposit to confirm, balance due on activity day. We accept bank transfer, credit card (4% surcharge), PayPal, and cash. Book at least 1 week in advance for peak season (October-November, March-May). Meeting point and what-to-bring details sent after booking.

Ultra Light Flight Tour

Transportation
Private Vehicle
Group Size
Max 30
Accomodation
Day Trip
Fitness level
Moderate
Arrival on
Kathmandu
Departure from
Kathmandu
Best season
Spring (March to May) brings warming weather, rhododendron blooms, and reliable mountain visibility. Autumn (September to November) offers the clearest skies, crisp air, and stable trekking conditions. Winter (December to February) is cold but possible on lower routes. Summer monsoon (June to August) brings rain and obscured views.
Guiding method
Certified Ultralight Pilot
Tour type
Adventure Activity
Language
English
Meals
Light refreshments
Permits
All permits included.
Destinations
Everest Region
Activities
City Tour
Trip Type
Adventure, Nature Friendly
Difficulty
Easy

Map

The Ultra Light Flight Tour is a 1-day scenic ultralight aircraft flight from Pokhara, offering 90 minutes of flying time with panoramic views of the Annapurna range, Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, and the Pokhara valley. Ultralight aircraft (also called microlights) are 2-seat fixed-wing aircraft with an open cockpit (or enclosed in winter), offering a more immersive flying experience than commercial aircraft. The flight is operated by certified pilots with thousands of flight hours, using quality equipment maintained to international standards. The tour is perfect for photographers and adventure lovers wanting unique mountain views.

Highlights

90-minute ultralight flight over the Annapurna range.
Open cockpit (or enclosed in winter) for immersive flying experience.
Views of Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, and Phewa Lake.
Certified pilots with thousands of flight hours.
Perfect for photographers wanting unique mountain views.

Know Before You Book – Ultra Light Flight Tour Information

Trip Name: Ultra Light Flight Tour – 1 Day
Duration: 1 days
Difficulty: Easy
Maximum Altitude: 0m
Group Size: Max 30

Difficulty & Fitness

This cultural tour is rated Easy and suitable for travelers of all ages and fitness levels. The maximum altitude is 0m reached by vehicle. Walking is minimal (1-3 hours daily at cultural sites). Comfortable walking shoes are sufficient. Senior citizens and families with children are welcome.

Read our difficulty guides: Everest Vs Annapurna Base Camp Difficulty Scenery, Renjo La Pass Vs Everest Base Camp Scenery Difficulty.

Best Time to Go

Spring (March to May) brings warming weather, rhododendron blooms, and reliable mountain visibility. Autumn (September to November) offers the clearest skies, crisp air, and stable trekking conditions. Winter (December to February) is cold but possible on lower routes. Summer monsoon (June to August) brings rain and obscured views.

Read our seasonal guides: Everest View Trek Best Season Visibility, Upper Dolpo Trek Cancellation Terms Flights Weather.

Accommodation & Meals

Accommodation: Day Trip. Tea houses are family-run lodges with simple twin-share rooms and shared bathrooms. Luxury lodges (where available) offer heated ensuite rooms. 3-star or higher hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast. Three meals daily (BLD) included during treks with tea and coffee. Vegetarian options widely available.

Transportation

Transport: Private Vehicle. Domestic flights (where applicable) are weather-dependent – build 1-2 buffer days into your schedule. Private ground transport uses comfortable AC vehicles.

Required Permits

All permits included. We arrange all permits on your behalf once we receive your passport copy and 4 passport-size photos after booking. Permit fees are included in your trip cost.

Permit guides: Renjo La Pass Trek Company Handling Permits Flights Teahouses, Everest Base Camp Permits 2027.

Insurance Requirement

Travel insurance is mandatory for all our treks and tours. Your insurance must cover trekking to 0m altitude (for treks), emergency helicopter evacuation up to USD 10,000, emergency medical treatment, and trip cancellation. We recommend World Nomads, IMG Global, or Allianz Adventure plans. Bring a printed copy of your insurance certificate.

Insurance guides: What Cancellation Terms And Travel Insurance Details Matter Before Booking A Ren, Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Insurance Needed.

Cultural Etiquette

Dress modestly at religious sites (cover shoulders and knees). Remove shoes before entering temple sanctums. Walk clockwise around stupas and chortens. Ask permission before photographing people. Use your right hand for eating and passing items. Say namaste (palms together) as a greeting.

Culture guides: Tamang Heritage Trail Vs Everest Annapurna Langtang, Short Treks Kathmandu Villages Temples Light Walking.

Booking & Payment

To confirm your booking, a deposit is required (50% for helicopter tours). The balance is due 30 days before departure (7 days for helicopter tours). We accept bank transfer, credit card (4% surcharge), PayPal. Free cancellation up to 60 days before departure. We strongly recommend travel insurance covering trip cancellation. Contact us for current pricing and availability.

What is Not Included

International airfare to/from Kathmandu, Nepal visa fee (USD 30 for 15 days), travel and rescue insurance (mandatory), personal trekking gear and clothing, hot showers and device charging on trek, alcoholic beverages, lunch and dinner in Kathmandu, tips for guide/porter/driver (recommended 10-15% of trip cost), and any costs from unforeseen events like weather delays.