Chardham by Helicopter

5 - 7 Days
Places Covered
  • Room
  • Sightseeing
  • Meals
  • Transfer
Overview

Our Chardham by Helicopter Package is not just a pilgrimage; it's a divine sojourn designed for those seeking a convenient and spiritually enriching exploration of the sacred Chardham circuit. Experience the serenity and blessings of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath in the lap of the Himalayas, making this journey a truly transcendent experience.

Trip Highlights
Kedrnath, Badrinath, Gangotri & Yamunotri.
Itinerary
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Day 01 : Arrival

Our services will commence with a pickup either from the airport or railway station. The tour officially begins the following day, but today's stay in Dehradun with dinner and breakfast is a complimentary arrangement provided by the company for our esteemed guests. Upon arrival, we will drive you to the hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is at your leisure, allowing you to relax or explore the charming city of Dehradun. Enjoy an overnight stay in Dehradun.


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Day 02 : Dehradun to Yamunotri

The journey begins early in the morning and we'll have a packed breakfast from the hotel before checking out and heading to the helipad for our flight (Each passenger is allowed a maximum of 5kgs of luggage due to helicopter logistics). To avoid any rush, we suggest rearranging the luggage the night before and storing any extra baggage at the hotel. After taking off, we'll arrive at Kharsali helipad, where our staff will greet you and escort you to the hotel for check-in. From there, we'll embark on our journey to Yamunotri Dham, with the option to use Palkis or ponies if available. The trek is about 6 kilometers long and typically takes 5 to 6 hours for the round trip. By afternoon, we'll return to the resort. Overnight stay is in Kharsali.


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Day 03 : Yamunotri to Gangotri

After breakfast today, check-out from the hotel and proceed to the helipad for our flight to Gangotri. The helipad we'll be landing at is called Harsil, renowned for its breathtaking beauty in the Chardham region. Upon arrival, our staff will accompany you to the hotel for check-in. The Gangotri Dham is situated approximately 25 kilometers away from Harsil, and the drive takes around an hour. We'll travel in our cars to reach Gangotri Dham. The round trip usually takes about 3 to 3.5 hours. Once we return, you'll have the opportunity to explore the captivating surroundings, including attractions like the Shiv Temple in Harsil and picturesque walks to villages such as Bagori and Mukhwa. Overnight Stay is in Harsil.


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Day 04 : Gangotri to Kedarnath

After breakfast, we will check out from the hotel and proceed to the helipad for our next flight to Phata or Guptkashi, depending on the arrangements. Following the state government guidelines, we will change helicopters and switch to the shuttle service that will take us to the Kedarnath Temple. The Kedarnath Temple is located merely around 700 meters from the helipad at Kedarnath Dham, making it easily accessible. The temple visit usually takes approximately 2 hours for Darshan. If time allows, you may also choose to visit the Bhairav Mandir (optional). Afterward, we will fly back in the shuttle service to Phata or Guptkashi and then head towards the hotel. Overnight stay is in Phata/Guptkashi.


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Day 05 : Kedarnath to Badrinath

Following breakfast, we will proceed to the Phata/Guptkashi helipad to board our flight to Badrinath Ji. Upon arrival, we'll land at a helipad in close proximity to Badrinath. From there, we'll take cars and drive to our hotel in Badrinath for check-in. Later in the day, we'll head out to visit the revered Badrinath Temple. The Darshan typically takes around 1 to 2 hours. In addition to the temple, Badrinath offers other attractions such as hot springs and the Evening Arti (available on direct payment basis). If time permits, we can also visit Mana Village, the last village on the Indian side before the Tibet border. Overnight stay is in Badrinath.


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Day 06 : Departure !

Following breakfast, we will check out from the hotel and proceed to the Badrinath helipad. Our expected arrival time at Sahastradhara would be approximately 9:15 AM. From there, we can drive to the hotel to collect our baggage from cloak rooms and then head to the airport or railway station, where we bid farewell to our guests and marking the end of our services.


Hotels
DestinationsHotelsRoomsMeals Nights
DehradunHyatt Regency / Fairfield / SimilarDeluxeBreakfast + Dinner01
YamunotriThe Divine Yamuna Resort / SimilarDeluxeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner01
Gangotri Harsil Cottage / SimilarDeluxeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner01
Kedarnath Turiya Heli Resort

       Deluxe

Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner01
Badrinath Sarovar Portico / SimilarDeluxeBreakfast + Lunch + Dinner01
Inclusions
  • Helicopter Ride for the entire trip from Dehradun.
  • 4 Nights’ Accommodation at each Dham (Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath).
  • Veg Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) included at all Dham.
  • 1 night complimentary stay at Dehradun (Included with Breakfast & Dinner).
  • All local sightseeing and transfers by Innova/Cab.
  • Palkies or Pony at Yamunotri (Subject to Availability).
  • Delightful village walk to the ancient Shani Temple in Kharsali, near Yamunotri.
  • Special Ganga Arti at Gangotri.
  • Helicopter Shuttle Services for Kedarnath Ji.
  • VIP Darshan at Kedarnath Ji & Badrinath Ji (As per the Govt. Rules).
  • Visit to Mana Village.
  • Taxes and other Government levy included.
Exclusions
  • Any Special Puja Charges.
  • Any charges for porter services or personal amenities.
  • Any Health and Travel Insurance.
  • Any expenses arising from unforeseen circumstances.
  • The expenses related to any evacuation required for natural or health reasons.
Terms & Conditions
  • Carrying a Proper Photo ID card is mandatory for all Indian travelers.
  • Aadhar Card, Driving License, Voter ID, are acceptable Photo ID cards for Indians. For foreign nationals, a passport is required.
  • All the hotels at Chardham are non-star categories. We provide the best option available.
  • The food served is pure vegetarian.
  • Hotels are subject to change due to unavoidable circumstances.
  • Maximum 5 kg luggage per passenger will be permitted to carry & we shall provide the duffel bag upon arrival at Dehradun. Excess baggage is to be stored at the hotel before proceeding to helipad, which can be collected later after completion of the tour.
  • All temples in Chardham sector are located in high altitudes & passengers are advised to carry their own medication. At these locations, it becomes cold in the evening, so passengers are advised to carry woolen clothing with them.
  • Weighing at the time of boarding the helicopter is must since the pilot will not allow boarding in case the weight exceeds the weight conveyed at the time of booking & we reserve the right to shuffle passengers to manage the right weight for safe flying in the hills.
  • Our company shall not be liable for any medical emergency on the ground. So, it is highly suggested that the clients get their medical fitness certificate from doctor before starting the journey and carry their prescribed and emergency Medicines.
  • No, or delayed flying is subject to many factors like delayed clearance from Airforce & Civil aviation, VVIP movements, valley flying by Indian Air Force (NOTAM), bad weather conditions, sudden development of technical snag in helicopter, illness of flying crew & delayed positioning of the guests at the helipads.
  • The expenses towards lodging & boarding shall be borne by the guests and paid directly at the hotel in case of overstaying at any Dham due to bad weather conditions or any other unavoidable reasons.
  • In case guests are not even able to take the first flight from Dehradun to Yamunotri due bad weather then we will try to accommodate them the next day. However, if the weather doesn’t permit that the next day as well then the trip will cancelled and refund of the trip would be given in 15 days after deducting accommodation, meals & transport charges at Dehradun and flight planning charges of INR 15000 per person.
  • Any donations, tips, & porter charges shall be borne by the guests only.
  • Full refund shall be applicable in case we are unable to commence the journey from Dehradun due to any reason beyond our control after deducting accommodation, meals & transport charges at Dehradun and flight planning/ preparation charges of INR 15000/- per person.
  • Single Supplement @ Rs.30,000/- extra shall be chargeable in case any guest wishes to stay in single occupancy in hotels at all destinations
  • Guests have to MANDATORILY submit their correct weights at the time of booking. If any change in weight is found at the time of their travel from the submitted weights, which would exceed our aircraft’s weight carrying capacity, then, the guest(s) would be DE boarded & the Heli tour would be CANCELLED without any refund.
  • Guests weight more than 75kgs shall be charged an overweight fee of Rs.2500/ Kg for the total weight above 75 Kg. However, it should not exceed the total carrying capacity of the helicopter of 450kgs. In case it exceeds then the guests would be de-boarded & the Heli Yatra would be cancelled without any refund.
  • We recommend to keep at least one additional day at hand at Dehradun when planning your trip.
  • Guests would not be allowed to carry their suitcases/luggage in the aircraft. Duffle bags would be provided by our crew on the day of arrival, in which guests will be allowed to carry up to 05 kg of luggage during the tour.
  • All temples in Do Dham sector are located at a high altitude, & guests are advised to carry their own medication with them during travel. Guests are also advised to carry woolen clothing & rain coats with them, since during evenings & nights the temperature drops drastically.
  • Damages of any kind caused to the party due to natural causes during the tour shall NOT be compensated by us and all legal disputes are to be settled within the jurisdiction of Delhi.

 

Frequently Asked Questions
May to June & September to October