Damodar Kunda Helicopter Tour is a Holy and Pilgrimage tour. Damodar Kunda tour has become a popular tour in Nepal. Damodar Kunda is Located in the Mustang district in mid-western Nepal. It is believed that people should reach once in a lifetime and take a holy bath here. Bathing in Damodar Kunda takes away from all sins done in a previous and current lifetime. This area is very close to the Nepal-Tibet border. Lying at an altitude of 5,400 meters, Damodar Kunda Trek carries wonderful natural beauty. The Gandaki River, a major Himalayan River originates from this holy lake. the Kunda (lake) itself is a group of three Kunda, Brahma Kunda, Rudra Kunda, and Ananta Kunda, that give a source to the Kaligandaki River. Hindu Mythology considers Damodar Kunda as the Head of Lord Vishnu and Muktinath temple as the mouth. Hence, it is believed that taking a bath in this sacred lake washes away all the sins committed in the previous or current life.
The Damodar Kunda 1-Day Helicopter Tour package is a perfect way to explore the Tibetan Plateau and enjoy the sights of the Himalayas like Nilgiri, Damodar, Dhaulagiri, and Annapurna, especially for those who cannot walk for days and have limited time in Nepal for travel. During this heli tour, you can enjoy the bird's eye view of lush forests, villages, terraced fields, and the sights of the Himalayas.
Although the lake can be visited throughout the year, a special fair is organized on the full moon of August in Janai Purnima when Devottes from Nepal and India visit the Kunda to bathe in the lake and attain salvation.
The Damodar Kunda lies within the restricted area of Upper Mustang. Hence, a special entry permit is required along with the Upper Mustang restricted Pemit and Annapurna Conservation Area Project entry permit. ($500+$30) Extra
If you like to do this tour from Kathmandu $6000 per flight
