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Start / End: Pokhara International Airport
Helicopter Type: Airbus H125 / Bell 407 (capable of filming rigs)
| Time | Activity | Notes / Filming Opportunities |
|---|---|---|
| 06:00 AM | Arrival & Briefing at Pokhara Airport | Pre-flight safety, flight route briefing, drone/filming equipment check |
| 06:30 AM | Takeoff from Pokhara | Capture aerial views of Phewa Lake, Pokhara Valley, and Sarangkot mountains |
| 06:45 AM | Fly along Modi Khola Valley | Perfect for wide shots of terraced landscapes, rivers, and forested hills |
| 07:15 AM | Annapurna South & Hiunchuli | Close-up aerial shots of major peaks, cloud movements, and sunrise lighting |
| 07:45 AM | Machapuchare Base & ABC Approach | Landing near Annapurna Base Camp for establishing shots, interviews, and camp scenery |
| 08:30 AM | Short Walk / Setup at ABC | Capture base camp activities, trekking routes, prayer flags, and surrounding peaks |
| 09:15 AM | ABC Departure | Fly around Gangapurna, Annapurna I, and other nearby peaks for panoramic aerial coverage |
| 09:45 AM | Modi Khola Valley Return Flight | Optional slow flyovers for cinematic tracking shots |
| 10:15 AM | Phewa Lake & Pokhara Return | Sunset or soft light filming over the lake and valley |
| 10:30–11:00 AM | Landing at Pokhara Airport | Wrap-up filming, equipment retrieval, and debriefing |
Camera Stabilization: Use gimbals and helicopter-mounted mounts for smooth aerial shots.
Lens Selection: Wide-angle lenses for landscapes, telephoto for peak close-ups.
Flight Timing: Early morning for sunrise shots, late afternoon for warm light and soft shadows.
Altitude Considerations: Plan shots at 4,000–4,200 m near ABC for maximum peak coverage while ensuring passenger comfort.
Battery & Equipment: High-altitude flights drain batteries faster. Carry spares for cameras, drones, and gimbals.
Helicopter Type: Airbus H125 / Bell 407 – stable for filming with multiple cameras.
Maximum Passengers: 3–4 filmmakers plus pilot, leaving space for camera rigs.
Optional Crew: Experienced mountain guide and cinematographer for logistical and aerial advice.
Aerial Landscape: Annapurna Massif, Machapuchare, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna
Valley & River: Modi Khola Valley, terraced fields, local settlements
Base Camp Scenes: Tents, trekking teams, prayer flags, sunrise/sunset reflections
Cinematic Sequences: Drone follow, helicopter tracking shots, establishing shots of Pokhara and Phewa Lake
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