Ultra light aircraft was introduced in Nepal in 1996 and has been offering tours in and around Pokhara valley from Pokhara airport. Because of the proximity of the mountains and the scenic lake, Pokhara is the appropriate place for this activity as they share airspace with Himalayan griffin vultures, eagles, kites and float over villages, monasteries, temples, lakes and jungle, with a fantastic view of the majestic Himalayas. For those who wish they could fly like birds, this flight is a must. The flights are operated in the morning from sunrise till 11am and from 3pm till sunset in the months from September till June. It flies at the speed of 50-130kms/hr depending on wind direction and speed. It can even take off and land in a field or on a dirt road. The aircraft seats two; a passenger and a pilot only.
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Flight Duration Covering Areas Rates
1. 15 min Pokhara City Tour USD 100
2. 30 min Close to Mt.Fishtail including city tour USD 175
3. 60 min Mt. Manaslu to Mt.Dhaulagiri USD 275
4. 90 min Special Mountain Flight USD 395
