Damodar Kunda Helicopter Tour

Overview of Damodar Kunda Helicopter Tour

Embark on a spiritual journey to the sacred Damodar Kunda, nestled in the majestic heights of The Upper Mustang region in Nepal. Revered as a holy site, Damodar Kunda holds profound significance in Hindu mythology, where it is identified as another name for Lord Krishna.Damodar Kunda is a sacred lake located in the Upper Mustang region of Nepal. The lake holds religious significance for both Hindus and Buddhists. Due to its remote location, reaching Damodar Kunda often involves trekking through challenging terrain. However, helicopter tours have become a popular and convenient way for people to visit this sacred site. 

Cost Excludes:

• Personal expenses, including alcoholic drinks and tea/coffee.
• Damodar Kunda special entry permit (USD 500.00 per person).
• Annapurna Conservation Area Permit fee.

Embark on this spiritual odyssey with our Damodar Kunda Helicopter Tour, immersing yourself in the divine aura of this sacred Himalayan destination.

Key Information

1. Entry Permits

   • A special entry permit of USD 500 per person is required for a visit to Damodar Kunda.
   • An additional Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entry permit of USD 30 per person is mandatory.
   • Both permits are essential for obtaining the helicopter flight permit, and the process typically takes at least a week.

2. Helicopter Flight Details

   • Helicopter flights require permits for all travelers.
   • A government representative, typically a policeman, will accompany the flight from Jomsom to Damodar Kunda.

3. Spiritual Significance

   • Damodar Kunda is prominently featured in the Barah Puran, a sacred Hindu text.
   • Lord Krishna's words in the Barah Puran emphasize that those who visit Damodar Kunda and partake in a deep bath, will find liberation from sins committed in this life or previous ones.
   • The Damodar Kunda region comprises three major lakes: Brahma Kunda, Rudra Kunda, and Ananta Kunda, situated at the staggering altitude of 22,000 ft. in the remote Himalayan district of Mustang, western Nepal.

4. Visitor Information

   • Devotees flock to this holy lake annually, necessitating a special permit for Damodar Kunda visits.
   • A Damodar Kunda helicopter tour typically takes around one and a half hours from Kathmandu and one hour from Pokhara.
   • The cost of a Damodar Kunda helicopter tour is approximately USD 5500 for a charter base flight.

5. Helicopter Tour Cost Breakdown:

   • To reduce costs, consider chartering a helicopter for the maximum number of people.
   • Each helicopter tour accommodates a maximum of 4 persons, and the total charter helicopter cost can be shared among participants.