Home > Chardham Yatra By Helicopter Ex Dehradun 5 Nights/6 Days
*Starts from
₹2,25,000 ₹2,40,000
per person on twin/triple/quard sharing “T&C”
Destinations: Dehradun, Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath
The Chardham Yatra by helicopter from Dehradun is the fastest and easiest way to visit the four holy shrines – Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath.
This option is ideal for senior citizens, busy travelers, or anyone who wants to avoid long treks. You can enjoy beautiful Himalayan views and reach the temples comfortably and quickly.
Helicopter service covers Kedarnath and Badrinath directly, and you can also combine it with Yamunotri and Gangotri by road or helicopter. It’s a safe, comfortable, and spiritual journey in chardham yatra by helicopter.
Quick & Comfortable Travel – Reach Kedarnath and Yamunotri without long treks.
Beautiful Himalayan Views – Enjoy snow-capped peaks, rivers, and valleys from the sky.
Ideal for All Pilgrims – Perfect for senior citizens, busy travelers, and those unable to trek.
Flexible Itinerary – Helicopter rides with road trips to Yamunotri and Kedarnath.
Time-Saving – Complete the Chardham Yatra in fewer days.
Safe & Organized – Professional helicopter operators ensure a smooth journey.
Spiritual Experience – Witness Aartis and darshan at the sacred shrines with ease.
Standard itinerary of Charham Yatra By Helicopter
Short Tour Itinerary: –
Day 1: Arrival in Dehradun
Day 2: Dehradun to Yamunotri
Day 3: Yamunotri to Gangotri
Day 4: Gangotri to Kedarnath
Day 5: Kedarnath to Badrinath
Day 6: Badrinath to Dehradun
Arrival at Dehradun Airport / Railway Station. Our team will receive you and transfer you to the hotel.
Today is a complimentary stay, allowing pilgrims to rest and acclimatize before the yatra begins.
Guests can explore Dehradun city, visit local markets, or relax at the hotel.
Overnight stay: Dehradun
Tip: This day is important to rest and adjust to the mild altitude before the helicopter journey starts.
Early morning departure from the hotel after breakfast.
Drive (~10 mins) to Sahastradhara Helipad, Dehradun. Passengers are allowed a maximum of 5 kg luggage for helicopter travel; extra baggage can be stored at the hotel.
Helicopter departs for Kharsali Helipad near Yamunotri. Staff at Kharsali will receive you and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
After a short rest, begin the Yamunotri trek (6 km round trip, approx. 5–6 hours). Ponies and Palkis are available for those who prefer not to trek.
Darshan at Yamunotri Temple and a holy dip in the hot springs.
Return to the hotel by afternoon. Overnight stay: Kharsali
Timings:
05:00 – Leave hotel
05:30 – ETD from Sahastradhara Helipad
06:00 – ETA at Kharsali Helipad
Tip: Start early as morning weather is usually stable for flying.
Breakfast and check-out from the hotel.
Helicopter flight to Harsil Helipad, one of the most scenic landing points in the Chardham sector.
Transfer to hotel in Harsil for check-in.
Drive (~25 km, 1 hour) to Gangotri Temple for darshan and sightseeing. The round trip takes around 3–3.5 hours.
Optional sightseeing in Harsil: Visit Shiv Temple, walk through local villages like Bagodi and Mukwa.
Overnight stay: Harsil
Timings:
06:00 – ETD from Kharsali Helipad
06:30 – ETA at Harsil Helipad
Tip: Carry warm clothes, as mornings in Harsil and Gangotri can be chilly even in summer.
Breakfast and check-out from the hotel.
Helicopter flight to Phata / Guptkashi Helipad, as per state government guidelines for Kedarnath air travel.
Transfer by shuttle service from Phata / Guptkashi to Kedarnath Temple (approx. 500 meters walk).
Darshan at Kedarnath Temple (approx. 2 hours). Optional visit: Bhairon Mandir.
Return via shuttle to Phata / Guptkashi and check-in at the hotel.
Overnight stay: Phata / Guptkashi
Timings:
05:30 – ETD from Harsil Helipad
07:00 – Arrival at Phata / Guptkashi
Tip: Carry water, snacks, and light trekking shoes for Kedarnath darshan.
Breakfast and transfer to Phata / Guptkashi Helipad.
Helicopter flight to Badrinath Helipad, followed by hotel transfer and check-in.
Darshan at Badrinath Temple and a holy dip in Tapt Kund.
Explore nearby attractions: Mana Village (last Indian village before Tibet), Vyas Gufa, Charan Paduka, and Mata Murti Temple.
Evening Aarti at Badrinath Temple (if time permits).
Overnight stay: Badrinath
Timings:
07:15 – ETA at Phata / Guptkashi
07:45 – ETA at Badrinath Helipad
Tip: Keep some extra cash for temple offerings and local purchases.
Breakfast and check-out.
Helicopter or road transfer to Sahastradhara Helipad, Dehradun. Estimated arrival: 08:15 AM.
Collect baggage at hotel and proceed to Dehradun Airport / Railway Station.
End of Chardham Yatra by Helicopter with blessings and memories.
Timings:
07:30 – ETA at Badrinath Helipad
08:15 – ETA at Sahastradhara
Note: Timings are approximate and may vary according to the available slots due to weather or VIP movement. It is recommended to Book an extra day in Dehradun on the last Day.
Helicopter Travel: Entire Chardham Yatra covered by helicopter from Dehradun, ensuring a comfortable and time-saving journey.
Dehradun Stay: 1-night complimentary stay in Dehradun with breakfast and dinner included.
Accommodation: Luxury stays at all dhams with all vegetarian meals provided.
Local Transport & Sightseeing: All local transfers and sightseeing by Innova / cab.
Yamunotri Trek Assistance: Palki or pony service available for pilgrims at Yamunotri Ji.
Village Walk: Explore Kharsali village, including the old Shani temple, for a cultural experience.
Special Rituals: Participate in the Ganga Aarti at Gangotri Dham.
Badrinath Sightseeing: Visit Mana Village, the last Indian village near the Tibet border.
VIP Darshan: VIP darshan slip subject to government regulations for temples.
Taxes & Royalties: All applicable taxes, helicopter royalties, and government charges are included.
Special Pooja Charges: Any extra pooja or ritual fees at temples.
Tips: Gratuity for guides, drivers, or staff.
Porter Charges & Personal Services: Any porter, luggage assistance, or personal services.
Travel & Health Insurance: Any travel, medical, or health insurance.
Unforeseen Expenses: Costs incurred due to natural calamities, weather, or VIP movement.
Evacuation Costs: Any emergency evacuation due to health or natural reasons.
The weather in Kedarnath is often cold and unpredictable, so carrying the right essentials is very important for a safe and comfortable yatra. Here’s a recommended packing list:
Warm jacket / windproof jacket
Woolen pullover / sweater
Thermal inner wear (vest & pants)
Cotton pants & full-sleeve T-shirts
Track pants for trekking
Raincoat with hood / Poncho
Warm woolen socks (extra pairs recommended)
Warm gloves, monkey cap, and scarf
Sun cap / hat for daytime
Sturdy ankle-high trekking/walking boots
Light rubber sandals/slippers for evenings
Towels (1 large, 1 small)
Toilet kit (toothbrush, soap, shampoo, etc.)
Nail clipper, scissors
Paper tissues and handkerchiefs
Personal First Aid Kit & medicines
Water bottle (unbreakable, minimum 1-liter capacity)
Flashlight/torch with extra batteries (3 sets)
Walking stick (can also be bought on the way)
Camera with extra batteries / power bank
Binoculars (optional but useful)
Rain gear for sudden showers
Please read all emails and booking details carefully, as they form part of your contract with us once your booking is confirmed.
There are no deluxe facilities in Kedarnath due to high altitude. Accommodation is provided on a basic bed system (dharamshala / guesthouse / camps) Extra charge applicable for stay in Kedarnath.
Hotel check-in time is generally 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM across India. Early check-in / late check-out is subject to availability and extra charges unless specified.
In Kedarnath and other high-altitude destinations, power backup, lifts, Wi-Fi, and AC facilities are usually not available. Room heaters and Wi-Fi (if available) are mostly chargeable.
Service quality and facilities in hotels cannot be compared to hotels in Haridwar, Rishikesh, or metro cities. During peak season (May–June, Oct–Nov).
As per Government of India rules, all Indian & foreign nationals must provide valid ID proof at the time of check-in.
Accepted documents: Passport with Visa, Voter ID, Driving License, Aadhar Card (with photograph).
Hotels/camps can deny check-in if valid ID proof is not provided. The company will not be responsible for issues arising from invalid or missing ID.
If meals are included in the package, they will be served as buffet / fixed menu / meal credit basis (as per hotel policy).
Items outside the standard buffet / fixed menu will be charged extra.
In case of low occupancy, hotels may provide meal credits instead of buffet. Any extra bill above meal credit must be settled directly by the guest.
Room service or food packing is usually charged extra.
North Indian vegetarian food (often thali-style) is commonly provided in hotels.
Meal timings (may vary by hotel):
Breakfast: 07:00 AM – 09:00 AM
Dinner: 07:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Extra beds are often provided as rollaway beds or floor mattresses depending on the hotel.
Guests preferring proper beds instead of mattresses must inform us in advance.
In Kedarnath, only basic budget accommodation / dharamshala facilities are available, regardless of your package type (standard, deluxe, or luxury). Do not expect deluxe or luxury rooms at Kedarnath.
Hotels in hill areas operate seasonally, so facilities may be limited.
To secure good hotels with better reviews, bookings must be made well in advance (at least 3 months before May–June and 1–2 months before Oct–Nov).
Please read the following vehicle policies carefully before booking. These terms will form part of your agreement with us.
AC will not work in hill areas (from Dehradun onwards, Rishikesh onwards, and while the vehicle is stopped/parked).
Vehicle will be used only for itinerary-based sightseeing and city limits.
For additional / off-route / optional sightseeing, extra charges apply (pay directly to driver).
No refund will be given if any sightseeing point is not covered.
All nearby sightseeing points must be covered together.
(For other locations like Auli, Lakhamandal, Adi Badri, Bhavishya Badri etc., please confirm with the company directly.)
In case of a major breakdown, we will arrange a replacement vehicle as soon as possible.
Minor issues may be repaired on the way; kindly cooperate.
In case of driver misbehavior or non-cooperation, contact the company immediately.
Driver working hours: 12 hours per day. Additional usage must be informed in advance.
Drivers will not drive in No-entry zones, narrow lanes, or risky roads.
In some hill areas, driving after sunset and playing loud music is restricted for safety.
Pickup and drop point will be one only (multiple pickups/drop-offs must be pre-confirmed in writing).
Multiple visits to the same sightseeing point may incur extra parking charges.
Tour routes cannot be changed without prior notice. Any amendment in route may change the cost.
Rates are subject to change with fuel price fluctuations. If diesel/petrol rises by more than 5% at the time of travel, the package cost will increase even if earlier confirmed.
If the booked car is unavailable, a similar vehicle will be provided.
At many tourist places (e.g. mall roads in hill stations), large vehicles are not allowed. Guests must hire local transport at their own expense.
Parking areas may be a short walk from sightseeing points; guests must reach on foot at their own cost.
No refund for short stays, unused services, or unveiled facilities.
No cancellation/refund due to circumstances beyond our control such as:
Natural calamities (landslides, snowfall, floods, etc.)
Roadblocks, political unrest, strikes, or government restrictions
Flight/train delays or cancellations
Accidents, health issues, or emergencies
The company is not responsible for accidents, injuries, theft, or loss of personal property during the tour.
All disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India only.
The company reserves the right to cancel any service if full advance payment is not received.
The quality of accommodation available at Yamunotri and Kedarnath upper is just above average and so passengers should not have very high expectations. However, at Harsil, Guptkashi and Badrinath the accommodation standard is 3 stars
Only 5 Kg baggage per passenger will be permitted. Passengers are advised not to carry big suitcases as there is very small baggage space inside helicopter. Passengers bringing excess baggage might not be allowed to take the same in the chopper by pilot. To address this, our staff provides duffle bags to all passengers upon arrival. The allowance for baggage weight is based on the total body weight of the group. If the combined body weight of the group exceeds the allowable limit of 450 kg, additional charges will apply for transporting the excess luggage by road, and this cost will be shared among all passengers in that Helicopter
Children above the age of 2 years will be considered full ticket. Infant below 02 Yrs. /12 Kg are carried free of charge. In case of verification of age, ID proof (Birth certificate) of the child shall be checked
There is no provision of concession to children or senior citizens.
Total passenger weight should not exceed – 450:6 PAX Beyond the said weight limit the flight won’t be able to take off and your journey
OVERWEIGHT CHARGES: ON PER SEAT BASIS ONLY – Overweight charges are applicable @ INR 2000 per Kg. This will be chargeable to passengers weighing above 75 kg (I.e. 5kg X 2000 = 10,000) Passenger should pay amount before departure or pay at helipad. This amount will be charged per body weight not according to helicopter weight and will be charged in group wise.
The booking has to be done in advance with a deposit of 50% of the charter amount and balance amount has to be deposited 15 days prior to date of journey otherwise booking stand cancelled without any refund.
In case the journey is not finished within the stipulated time and passengers are not able to visit one or more Dhams due to bad weather conditions/technical reasons then the company will try to visit all places within the stipulated time. Although if this is not possible then the liability of the company will be limited to refund of unutilized sector/s.
Rescheduling of booking to a next date will be done subject to availability and on payment of 20% of the cost. This will be permitted only if applied 15 days before journey date. In case the rescheduling is requested with less than 15 days to the journey then booking will be treated as cancelled and a fresh booking will be given subject to availability.
The Company reserves the right, without assigning any reason, to cancel, advance, reschedule, over-fly or delay the commencement or continuance of the flight. Without incurring any liability in damages or otherwise to the passengers or any other person on any ground whatsoever. The Company reserves the right to refuse to carry any person whom it considers unfit for travel or what in the opinion of the company may constitute risk to the aircraft or to the persons on board. No refund shall be done to such passenger(s).
In regards to the guests stranded at any Dham, if any group requests to cancel their tour on their own desire & come down before their scheduled return date, the arrangement of vehicle for their return journey by road shall be done by us, however, cost for the same shall be borne by the guest on direct payment basis. No refunds are applicable in case guests wish to cancel & return mid-tour.
We would like to inform our pilgrims that we do not provide insurance coverage for accidents, sickness, loss due to theft, or any other unforeseen circumstances. Therefore, we strongly recommend that pilgrims make their own arrangements for insurance coverage. Please note that all baggage and personal belongings are solely the responsibility of the client at all times.
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Maha Abhishek Puja at Badrinath ji – Aprox INR 5,500/person. Total amount has to be paid in cash to Representative at Dehradun, so that we can arrange and book the Puja in advance on behalf of each passenger. Note – Maha Abhishek Puja will not be included in our package or billing cost, since the total amount for the same goes directly to Badrinath ji Mandir Samiti.
Rudra Abhishek Puja at Kedarnath ji – Aprox INR 6,500 for 06 people. Total amount has to be paid in cash to Our representative at Dehradun, so that we can arrange and book the Puja in advance onbehalf of each passenger. Arrangement of Rudra Abhishek puja will be done subject to availability of rooms at Kedarnath-Top, as passengers will have tostay there overnight for the puja. Therefore, the additional charges towards the hotel stay will be extra chargeable.
BAD WEATHER & FORCE MAJEURE DISCLAIMER
MEDICAL EMERGENCIES
CARRIAGE BY AIR ACT, 1972
45 Days before travel date → 100% Refund
25 Days before travel date → 50% Refund
Less than 25 Days before travel date → No Refund
Helicopter CancellationHelicopter booking & cancellation will be as per the respective helicopter company’s policy.
👉 The Chardham Yatra by Helicopter from Dehradun is 6 Days / 5 Nights.
👉 During the Chardham Yatra by Helicopter, accommodations are provided as follows:
Dehradun: 1-night complimentary stay with breakfast and dinner included.
Dhams / Pilgrimage Sites: Comfortable Luxury stays at Yamunotri, Gangotri, Guptkashi and Badrinath with all vegetarian meals included.
Facilities: Clean rooms with basic amenities; in high-altitude areas.
👉 Yes, transportation is included in the Chardham Yatra by Helicopter package:
Helicopter travel for the entire Chardham Yatra from Dehradun to Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath.
Local transfers and sightseeing are provided by Innova/cab at each pilgrimage site.
Shuttle service to Kedarnath Temple from Phata/Guptkashi helipad.
Palki or pony service at Yamunotri for the trek to the temple (optional).
👉 During the Chardham Helicopter Yatra, pilgrims reach Kedarnath as follows:
Fly from Harsil Helipad to Phata / Guptkashi Helipad by helicopter.
From Phata / Guptkashi, take a state-approved shuttle service to Kedarnath Temple (approx. 500 meters walk).
Optional: Pilgrims can also use ponies or palanquins for the short trek from the helipad to the temple.
This method reduces the traditional 16 km trek, making Kedarnath accessible safely and comfortably.
👉 The main destinations covered in the Chardham Yatra by Helicopter are:
Dehradun – Starting point of the Yatra.
Yamunotri – Temple and hot springs; trek assisted by palki/pony.
Gangotri – Holy temple and special Ganga Aarti; explore Harsil village.
Kedarnath – Jyotirlinga temple; optional Bhairon Mandir visit.
Badrinath – Temple, Tapt Kund, Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, and Mata Murti Temple.
Sahastradhara, Dehradun – Return point at the end of the Yatra.
These destinations offer a perfect blend of spirituality, scenic beauty, and cultural experiences.
👉 The activities included in the Chardham Yatra by Helicopter are:
Darshan & Pooja at all four Dhams: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath.
Holy dip at Yamunotri hot springs and Tapt Kund at Badrinath.
Palki/Pony ride at Yamunotri Temple.
Village walks in Kharsali (Yamunotri) and Harsil (Gangotri) to experience local culture.
Special Ganga Aarti at Gangotri Dham.
Sightseeing of Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, and other local attractions near Badrinath.
Scenic helicopter rides over the Garhwal Himalayas with panoramic views of rivers, valleys, and snow-clad mountains.
VIP darshan slip (subject to government regulations) for faster temple access.
These activities make the Yatra spiritual, adventurous, and convenient for pilgrims.
👉 The Chardham Yatra by Helicopter package includes:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at all accommodations throughout the Yatra.
Vegetarian meals only, prepared at hotels at each pilgrimage site.
Special complimentary breakfast and dinner on the first night stay in Dehradun.
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