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Chardham Yatra Helicopter Package
Chardham Yatra Starts: “11 May 2024”
Yamunotri – Gangotri – Kedarnath – Badrinath
Also known as Chota Chardham, Chardham Yatra 2024 is a special trip for people who want to visit holy places in the Himalayas. This journey takes you to four important places: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. These places are very sacred for Hindus.
Yamunotri is where the Yamuna River starts. People come here to see the beautiful nature and take baths in hot springs, which are believed to have special healing powers. Gangotri is where the Ganges River begins. It’s a beautiful place where people pray and feel the presence of God.
Kedarnath is another important place. It has a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Many people visit this temple seeking peace and blessings. Finally, there’s Badrinath, a place dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It’s surrounded by snowy mountains and offers a peaceful environment for prayers and reflection.
In 2024, this journey is even more important because it gives people hope and strength after difficult times. Despite challenges, many people are coming together to go on this spiritual journey, believing it will bring them closer to God and give them peace of mind.
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Chardham Yatra by Helicopter Itinerary
Dehradun serves as the starting and ending point for our Heli-Tours. It offers complimentary accommodation on the arrival day, including dinner.
Passengers are picked up from Dehradun Airport, railway station, or bus stand. Arrival details must be provided at the time of booking.
Passengers are advised to reach Dehradun by 2:00 pm or earlier to ensure readiness for the Chardham journey the next day.
In the evening, a tour briefing will be conducted by our team, and duffel bags will be provided for carrying essential items during the trip (up to 5 kg per person).
5:00 Hrs.: Check-out from the hotel in Dehradun.
06:00 Hrs.: Departure from Sahastradhara Helidrome.
06:30 Hrs.: Arrival at Kharsali Heli-Base.
Passengers will depart early morning with packed breakfast and be transported to Sahastradhara Helidrome.
Kharsali serves as our Heli-base, where passengers are welcomed by ground staff and accommodated in nearby hotels.
After breakfast, passengers proceed for Yamunotri Darshan. The round trip to Yamunotri Temple takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes, including a 6 km one-way trek.
Sightseeing at Kharsali includes the Hot Spring at Yamunotri Temple, Yamuna Mata Temple, and Shani Temple.
06:30 Hrs.: Departure from Kharsali Heli-Base.
07:00 Hrs.: Arrival at Harsil/Jhalla Helipad.
Passengers check-out by 05:30 hrs. Departure from Kharsali is at 06:30 hrs., with an estimated arrival at Harsil/Jhalla by 07:00 hrs.
Heli's second Heli-base in Jhalla serves as a transit point for passengers to reach Harsil village and check-in to their hotel.
After breakfast, passengers visit Gangotri Dham for darshan. The round trip to Gangotri Temple takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, with a 50-minute drive covering a distance of 25 km.
Sightseeing at Harsil includes exploring Bagodi Village, a short trek to Chholmi village, nature walks, or visiting the Shiv Temple.
07:00 Hrs.: Departure from Harsil/Jhalla Helipad.
07:30 Hrs.: Arrival at Sersi Heli-Base.
Passengers check-out by 06:00 hrs. Arrival at Sersi is by 07:30 hrs., where shuttle services to Kedarnath Ji shrine are operated.
Passengers are ferried to Kedarnath Dham for darshan via shuttle services. The round trip to Kedarnath Temple takes approximately 2 hours.
The shuttle services flight from Sersi to Kedarnath is approximately 7 minutes long.
08:00 Hrs.: Departure from Sersi Heli-Base.
08:30 Hrs.: Arrival at Badrinath Helipad.
Passengers have breakfast by 07:00 hrs. and prepare for their flight to Badrinath by 08:00 hrs. After lunch, passengers visit Badrinath Temple for darshan.
The darshan at Badrinath Temple takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. Passengers are taken from the hotel to the temple by car.
Sightseeing at Badrinath includes visiting Mana Village, known as the 'Last village of India,' and witnessing the evening Aarti at Badrinath Temple (on additional payment basis).
08:30 Hrs.: Departure from Badrinath Helipad.
09:30 Hrs.: Arrival at Sahastradhara Helidrome.
Passengers participating in the pre-booked Maha Abhishek Puja should be ready by 03:30 hrs. The Puja takes place from 04:30 hrs. to 06:30 hrs.
Check-out from the Badrinath hotel is at 07:30 hrs. Estimated arrival at Sahastradhara is at 09:30 hrs., where passengers collect luggage from cloak rooms and are dropped at the airport/railway station.
Additional accommodation in Dehradun can be arranged upon request at an extra cost.
Terms, Conditions and Guidelines
- FIXED FLIGHT TIMINGS: This is a Daily Fixed Departure Helicopter tour, and departure timings for each destination are fixed. Passengers must ensure they report as per the scheduled ETDs on each day of the tour; otherwise, they will be considered a NO-SHOW.
- COVID TRAVEL GUIDELINES: Passengers and Heli must adhere to COVID protocols as per the effective mandate of the government. Boarding can be denied to passengers without refund if they fail to adhere to the government guidelines.
- HELICOPTER WEIGHT LIMITATION: The maximum weight capacity of the helicopter is 450 kg (excluding baggage weight). Passengers are taken on board depending on the load and temperature conditions. Pilots’ call will be final. The total weight of all passengers on board must be within this limit. Hence, passengers are required to provide their exact weights at the time of booking.
- PASSENGER WEIGHTS: Passengers must submit their correct weights at the time of booking. If any change in weight is found at the time of travel from the submitted weights, exceeding our aircraft’s weight carrying capacity of 450 kg, passenger(s) would be deboarded & cancelled for the Heli-tour without any refund.
- OVERWEIGHT CHARGES: ON PER SEAT BASIS ONLY: Overweight charges are applicable at INR 2500/kg. This will be chargeable to passengers weighing above 75 kg. Permissible weight = 75 Kg x (No. of pax). Any discrepancy found in the weights of the passengers, which would be chargeable as per the overweight criteria, will be collected prior to boarding of flights.
- BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE: Only one baggage weighing a maximum of 5 kgs is allowed per passenger. Suitcases or any other luggage bags are not permitted in the helicopter. Duffle bags are provided by our staff to all passengers on the day of arrival. We reserve the right to shuffle passengers between helicopters to manage the weight for safe flying. Passengers travelling together may not be accommodated in the same helicopter flight.
- ARRIVAL DATE: Our Chardham 4N5D Heli-tours are booked departure date wise. Passengers must arrive in Dehradun one day prior to the departure date. Complimentary night stay in Dehradun provided on the arrival date makes our package a 5Night/6Days tour. Actual flying commences from day 02 of the tour.
- SEATING CAPACITY: The maximum seating capacity for our helicopters is 06 passengers + 01 Crew.
- INFANTS: Infants below 2 years or 12kg are accommodated free of charge. Verification of age and weight of the child will be checked using ID proof/birth certificate.
- BAD WEATHER & FORCE MAJEURE DISCLAIMER: Flying in hills is subject to bad weather and many Force Majeure factors. Passengers must be prepared to face any eventuality and inconvenience in case of such scenarios.
Hotels Used
- Dehradun – Accommodation at Lemon Tree Hotel or similar with Breakfast and Dinner included.
- Yamunotri – Stay at Divine Yamuna in Kharsali or similar with meals provided (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner).
- Gangotri – Accommodation at Harshil Cottage in Harsil or Similar with meals included (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner).
- Kedarnath – Stay at Turiya Resort or similar with meals provided (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner).
- Badrinath – Accommodation at Reliance Guest House or Similar with meals included (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner).
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel your tour or travel services for any reason, please notify us in writing. Cancellation charges will apply from the date we receive your written advice, as follows:
- 60 days prior to arrival: 10% of the Tour/service cost
- 45 days prior to arrival: 20% of the Tour/service cost
- 15 days prior to arrival: 25% of the Tour/service cost
- 07 days prior to arrival: 50% of the Tour/service cost
- Less than 72 hours or no show: No refund will be provided.
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