5 Indian Destinations You Can Explore On A Helicopter To Enjoy A Bird’s Eye View

by Sanjana Shenoy
5 Indian Destinations You Can Explore On A Helicopter To Enjoy A Bird’s Eye View

Want a fool-proof way to explore a city? Well, a helicopter ride it is! Chopper rides offer you a birds-eye of a city, where you can witness larger areas in shorter spans of time. There’s nothing quite as adventurous as getting on a chopper and witnessing the world go by. The bonus is having your own SRK moment from K3G when you step down from the chopper. Now you wouldn’t want to miss this for anything in the world. So, here 5 of the Indian destinations you can explore on a helicopter.

1. Jaipur

Perched on the edge of Thar Desert, Jaipur houses a plethora of historical forts, monuments, temples and bazaars. And what can be a more novel way than exploring the Pink City on a chopper? Well, Heritage on Air offers helicopter rides for those who want to travel in style. Hop on board for a 10-minute helicopter ride for ₹9,999 per person. While camel rides in Rajasthan would be something that would certainly be on your itinerary, why not take things up a notch, literally.

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2. Goa

Hot air balloon rides, jet skis, and parasailing are super famous on Goa beaches. But we’d say go on a helicopter ride to explore the blue azure beaches of Goa in style. Pawan Hans, India’s largest helicopter operator offers helicopter rides in partnership with the Goa government. Hop on a helicopter from Cansaulim’s  Luxurious Park Hyatt Resort, then fly atop the sun-kissed beaches of Majorda, Benaulim, Varca and more. Witness blue beaches, charming villages and lush greenery. It costs ₹3500 per person for a 15-minute chopper ride in Goa.

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3. Sikkim

Boasting frozen lakes, chilly hill station vibes, bustling markets and memories of a lifetime, Sikkim must undoubtedly be right on top of your bucket list. And while you’re in Sikkim, don’t forget to go on a helicopter ride, especially during the winters. When roads get blocked due to bad weather, travelling by a chopper in Sikkim is both a thrill and a convenience. Go for the Gangtok Aerial View ride and explore the state capital’s panaromic views. It costs ₹9,500 per flight for 15 minutes.

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4. Mumbai

‘The City That Never Sleeps’, Mumbai- attracts tourists from all over the country. With bustling blue beaches, heritage sites, thriving entertainment industry and ofcourse, the Marine Drive, you’d never fall out of reasons to visit Mumbai. Enjoy panaromic views of Mumbai, 1000 feet above the city from the coast. Aviation companies like Pawan Hans will ensure that you have the most memorable holiday of your life. For a 15-minute helicopter joy ride, it costs ₹8250 per person.

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5. Udaipur

The picture-postcard destination of Udaipur is a paradise for destination weddings. The City of Lakes, endowed with lush vegetation, serene lakes, plush palaces and more would look like a fairytale from a birds-eye view. MHS (Mewar Helicopter Services) Rides gives you the chance to experience this fairytale-like scenario. Choose from a range of helicopter ride packages and explore Udaipur in a regal manner. The cost per person for a package starts from ₹3250 per person onwards.

Well, these are some Indian destinations that can be explored on a helicopter. Hope you have a wonderful time enjoying the panaromic views of the city.

First Published: April 04, 2022 6:04 PM