Helicopter Tours in Bhutan: The Ultimate Aerial Safari

Bhutan is a country shaped by its dramatic geography. The deep plunging valleys are defended by ancient fortifications and the northern borders scrape the sky as unclimbed snow capped peaks tower above 7000m. For decades, the only way to see the wonders hidden in the deepest folds of the Himalayas was by weeks of punishing trekking.

Not anymore.

So welcome to Roof of the World Extras Over at Y Not Bhutan, we believe that you should experience The Roof of the World from the very best vantage point. Aero-venturing: With Drukair Helicopter Services as a partner, we see with eagle eyes — breathtaking aerial tours wing you over pristine glacial lakes, remote highland tribes and some of the world’s most renowned Buddhist monasteries.

Whether it’s a 30-minute scenic sweep over Paro you seek or a custom charter to the rugged frontiers of Laya and Lunana, we’ll lift your adventure—literally. Y not?

🚁 Map Your Way: Signature Scenic Tours

All flights leave from Paro International Airport in modern Airbus H130 helicopters, equipped with panoramic windows for unobstructed photography.

1. Paro Valley & Tiger’s Nest Flyover

Duration: 30 Minutes | Vibe: The Ultimate Teaser

Ideal for anyone who needed a taste of heaven. This scenic sweep flies you low over the fertile, rice-terraced Paro Valley.

• What You’ll See: You’ll fly by the 15th-century Rinpung Dzong and the ancient Kyichu Lhakhang. The high point of the flight finds you face to face with Taktsang (The Tiger’s Nest Monastery). Seeing this architectural marvel clinging to a 900m cliffside from the air is one of those visuals you’ll never forget.

2. The Mount Jomolhari Expedition

Time: 60 Minutes | Atmosphere: High-Altitude Royalty

Mount Jomolhari (7,326m), the sacred bride of Kangchenjunga and an all-time revered mountain. This is a flight that goes deep in the alpine wilds.

• What You Will See: Once you have followed the Paro Valley, Fly over the ruined Drugyel Dzong and all the way up the Pa Chhu river to base camp at nearby Jangothang (4,500m to 4,900m) To hover near the sheer, glaciated faces of Jomolhari and Jichu Drake is incredibly humbling.

3. The Highland Frontiers (Laya & Lunana)

Duration: Charter | Vibe: Unadulterated Wild Discovery

For the ultimate luxury adventurer. The areas of Laya and Lunana are inhabited by Bhutan’s nomadic yak herders, believed to be some of the most remote settlements on Earth.

• What You’ll See: The charter eliminates the weeklong trek, delivering you directly to the alpine meadows. We can plan for specialized landings where you’ll step outside, breathe the thin, crisp air and share a warm mug of butter tea with highland nomads before flying back to your luxe resort in time for dinner.

⛰️ Heli-Trekking: The Ultimate Combo

Love the idea of trekking but don’t have the time (or literally the knees) for a 10-day hike?

We offer Heli-Trekking at Y Not Bhutan. We can fly you deep into the mountains—soaring in and dropping you at advanced base camps such as Jangothang or Lingzhi—and let you begin your trek where the weather is best and walk back down. Or instead, hike into the mountains for three days and we can send a helicopter to pick you up when you want to come home.

🛡️ Safety & The Fleet: Fly with Total Confidence

In the High Himalayas, safe flying is not just a priority but guaranteed.

• The Fleet: We only book flights that are operated by Drukair Helicopter Services (formerly Royal Bhutan Helicopter Services). You will fly in an Airbus H130, a world-class helicopter unnecessarily built from the ground up for passenger tours to high-altitude destinations, with low noise levels and air-conditioning and large glass viewing panels.
• The Pilots: Your captains are elite aviators with thousands of hours of mountain-flying experience, rigorously trained to fly the unique aerodynamic conditions of the Himalayas.