How do I book the Api Saipal Helicopter Charter and what happens if weather cancels?

Contact us with your preferred flight date. We require a 50% deposit to confirm (helicopter operators require advance commitment), balance due 7 days before flight. Helicopter flights are strictly weather-dependent - if cancelled due to weather, we offer free rescheduling or full refund. Book morning flights (6-9am) for the best weather. Build 1-2 buffer days into your itinerary. Read our flight safety guides: Nepalgunj Simikot Flight Reliability, Simikot Hilsa Flight Delays Nepalgunj Simikot.

What is the weight limit and group size?

Standard helicopters (AS350 B3) seat 5 passengers plus pilot. Weight limit is 100kg (220 lbs) per person with total payload 500kg. For groups of 6+, we use multiple helicopters or a larger MI-17 (18-22 seats). Soft duffel bags preferred over hard suitcases. Maximum 15kg luggage per person including camera gear.

Are the helicopters safe and do I need insurance?

We use only CAAN-licensed operators (Simrik Air, Heli Everest, Air Dynasty) with impeccable safety records. Helicopters are maintained to international standards. Pilots have 5,000+ hours of mountain flying experience. Travel insurance covering helicopter evacuation is mandatory. Private charters available for USD 3,500-9,500 depending on route and duration. Insurance guides: Nepal Trekking Travel Insurance, Nepal Peak Climbing Travel Insurance Australians Check.

我应该穿什么和带什么？

Dress warmly - temperatures at altitude can be -10 to -20C. Essential: down jacket or insulated jacket, warm hat and gloves, sunglasses with strong UV protection, sunscreen SPF 50+, lip balm with SPF, closed-toe shoes, camera with charged batteries (cold drains them fast). Avoid loose items. We provide earplugs for noise reduction. See the Things to Carry tab for the complete list.

How do I book the Api Saipal Helicopter Charter and what happens if weather cancels?

Contact us with your preferred flight date. We require a 50% deposit to confirm (helicopter operators require advance commitment), balance due 7 days before flight. Helicopter flights are strictly weather-dependent - if cancelled due to weather, we offer free rescheduling or full refund. Book morning flights (6-9am) for the best weather. Build 1-2 buffer days into your itinerary. Read our flight safety guides: Nepalgunj Simikot Flight Reliability, Simikot Hilsa Flight Delays Nepalgunj Simikot.

What is the weight limit and group size?

Standard helicopters (AS350 B3) seat 5 passengers plus pilot. Weight limit is 100kg (220 lbs) per person with total payload 500kg. For groups of 6+, we use multiple helicopters or a larger MI-17 (18-22 seats). Soft duffel bags preferred over hard suitcases. Maximum 15kg luggage per person including camera gear.

Are the helicopters safe and do I need insurance?

We use only CAAN-licensed operators (Simrik Air, Heli Everest, Air Dynasty) with impeccable safety records. Helicopters are maintained to international standards. Pilots have 5,000+ hours of mountain flying experience. Travel insurance covering helicopter evacuation is mandatory. Private charters available for USD 3,500-9,500 depending on route and duration. Insurance guides: Nepal Trekking Travel Insurance, Nepal Peak Climbing Travel Insurance Australians Check.

我应该穿什么和带什么？

Dress warmly - temperatures at altitude can be -10 to -20C. Essential: down jacket or insulated jacket, warm hat and gloves, sunglasses with strong UV protection, sunscreen SPF 50+, lip balm with SPF, closed-toe shoes, camera with charged batteries (cold drains them fast). Avoid loose items. We provide earplugs for noise reduction. See the Things to Carry tab for the complete list.

API Saipal 直升机包机

运输
直升机
小组的大小
Max 5
最高海拔高度
4500
住宿
一日游
健身水平
温和的
抵达
加德满都
离开
加德满都
最好的一个赛季
春天（3 月至 5 月）和秋季（9 月至 11 月）提供了最好的天气。夏季（6 月至 8 月）下雨，但 Rara 和 Khaptad 相对干燥。冬天（12月到2月）很冷，但山景很清晰。.
指导方法
现场个人徒步旅行指南
旅游类型
徒步旅行
语言
英语
餐
Picnic lunch
许可证
Api Nampa Conservation Area Entry Permit (included).
目的地
尼泊尔西部地区
活动
城市巡演, 徒步旅行
旅行种类
儿童友好, 自然友好
困难
易

The Api Saipal Helicopter Charter is a 1-day scenic helicopter flight from Dhangadhi to the base camps of 阿普希马尔（7,132m）和塞帕尔希马尔 (7,031m), Nepal’s westernmost 7,000m peaks. The flight takes you through the remote Api Nampa Conservation Area, over traditional far-western villages, and to the dramatic base camps of these two peaks. The helicopter lands at Api Base Camp (4,000m) and Saipal Base Camp (4,500m) for short photography stops, before returning to Dhangadhi. This is the most exclusive helicopter tour in Nepal, offering views of peaks rarely seen by foreign visitors. The tour is perfect for serious photographers, mountaineers, and travelers wanting the ultimate far west wilderness experience.

亮点

Fly to the base camps of Api Himal (7,132m) and Saipal Himal (7,031m).
Landings at both base camps for photography.
6-hour helicopter flight from Dhangadhi.
Aerial views of the remote Api Namba Conservation Area.
Most exclusive helicopter tour in Nepal - rarely seen peaks.

Know Before You Book – Api Saipal Helicopter Charter Information

行程名称： API Saipal 直升机包机 - 1 天
持续时间： 1 天
难度： 易
最大高度： 4500m
组规模： Max 5

难度与健身

This helicopter tour reaches a maximum altitude of 4500m. The tour is rated 易 and suitable for travelers of all fitness levels as no trekking is required. However, brief exposure to high altitude can cause mild symptoms in some passengers. Passengers with heart conditions, severe COPD, or recent surgery should consult their doctor before booking.

最佳时间去

春天（3 月至 5 月）和秋季（9 月至 11 月）提供了最好的天气。夏季（6 月至 8 月）下雨，但 Rara 和 Khaptad 相对干燥。冬天（12月到2月）很冷，但山景很清晰。.

阅读我们的季节性指南： Saipal Base Camp Safest Season, Saipal Base Camp Spring Vs Autumn Fixed Departures.

住宿和餐饮

住宿： 一日游. 。茶馆是家庭经营的小屋，设有简单的双人间和共用浴室。豪华小屋（如果有）提供加热的套间客房。 3 -加德满都的星级或更高级别酒店，提供早餐。在带茶和咖啡的徒步旅行期间，包括每日三餐 (BLD)。广泛使用的素食选择。.

运输

运输： 直升机. 。国内航班（如适用）取决于天气 - 将 1-2 个缓冲天数构建到您的日程中。私人地面交通使用舒适的空调车辆。.

飞行和运输指南：尼泊尔贡吉西米科特飞行可靠性, 西米克希尔莎航班延误尼泊尔贡吉西米克特.

所需许可证

Api Nampa Conservation Area Entry Permit (included). 我们在收到您的护照复印件和4张护照大小的照片后，代表您安排所有许可证。许可费包含在您的旅行费用中。.

保险要求

旅行保险是强制性的 对于我们所有的徒步旅行和旅行。您的保险必须涵盖到 4500m 高度（用于徒步旅行）、高达 10,000 美元的紧急直升机疏散、紧急医疗和旅行取消的行程。我们推荐世界游牧民族、IMG Global 或 Allianz Adventure 计划。带上您的保险证明的打印副本。.

保险指南：尼泊尔徒步旅行保险, 尼泊尔峰攀登旅游保险澳大利亚人检查.