Overview
(2 Night -Barkot , 2 Night – Uttarkashi , 2 Night- Sersi)
The Char Dham Yatra refers to the pilgrimage to the four sacred shrines in Uttarakhand MaaYamunotri, Maa Gangotri, Shri Kedarnath, and Shri Badrinath. This pilgrimage is considered as highly auspicious in Hinduism, and many devotees undertake the journey to seek spiritual blessings.
Given the challenging terrain and remote locations of these shrines, The helicopter has become a popular and convenient option for pilgrims, especially those with physical limitations or time constraints. Helicopter services offer a quicker and more comfortable way to visit these sacred sites.
Here’s a brief overview of the Do Dham (Maa Yamunotri and maa Gangotri) by road + Do Dham (Sri kedarnath and Shri badrinath) Yatra by helicopter
Important Notes for Your Journey
- Air Conditioning in Vehicles: Please note that air conditioners in vehicles will not operate in steep hill areas to ensure optimal engine performance and safety.
- Mandatory Online Registration: All passengers must complete their online registration at the official website: https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in/signin.php before starting the journey.
Itinerary
Arrive in Dehradun or Haridwar (early morning). Meet our representative and begin the scenic drive to Barkot. En route, visit Kempty Falls in Mussoorie for a quick photo stop.
Check into the hotel at Barkot. Evening at leisure to acclimatize. Overnight stay in Barkot.
Early morning after breakfast (packed breakfast), drive to Jankichatti / Phoolchatti and trek from here to Yamunotri (6 kms) (Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at your own cost). After taking a bath in Jamunabai Kund’s warm water, cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the hot kund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as "Prasad". Darshan of “Yamunaji” returns to Jankichatti by trek. Overnight stay at Barkot.
Hanuman Chatti: The confluence of Hanuman Ganga & Yamuna River.
Yamunotri Temple: Maharani Gularia of Jaipur built the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again.
Surya Kund: There are a Number of thermal springs in the vicinity of the temple, which flows into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund.
Divya Shila: A rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple.
Yamunotri- Yamunotri is situated in the western region of the Garhwal Himalayas and is at a height of 3,235 meters above sea level. Yamunotri is the source of the river Yamuna.The shrine of Yamunotri is located on the Bandarpunch peak.
Morning after a leisurely breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi. Check into the hotel arrival in Uttarkashi. Evening visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Uttarkashi: Situated at the bank of river Bhagirathi. The temple of Lord Vishwanath is located here where a massive iron trident is erected. The other important temples situated here are Ekadash Rudra, Bhairav, Gyaneshwar and Goddess Kuteti Devi.
Early morning (packed breakfast) drive to Gangotri(3048 mts), enroute at Gangnani take a holy dip in Garam Kund, have a bath drive to Gangotri via beautiful Harsil Valley. Harsil is famous for its natural beauty and for the majestic views of the Deodar trees and mountains. On arrival at Shree Gangotri, take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin. Perform Pooja and Darshan, after that relax for some time in the lovely surroundings. Later, drive back to Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Gangotri- Gangotri is the place high in the Garhwal Himalayas from where the holy Ganges originates. According to the legend, it was here the Ganga descended on the earth, when Lord Shiva released the mighty river from the locks of his hair. The temple of Gangotri, dedicated to Goddess Ganga stands on the banks of the river.
Morning after breakfast, Check out from the hotel and transfer to Sersi & Overnight stay at Sersi.
Reporting Time:
- Report at 5:30 at Sersi Helipad
Shuttle service
- On arrival at Sersi/ Phata/ Guptkashi Helipad we operate the shuttle services from Kedarnath base helipad to Kedarnath holy shrine (Kedarnath Helipad).
- Shri Kedarrnath temple is approx. 500 meters away from the helipad (walking distance) and it will take approx. 15 min to reach holy Kedarnath Shrine.
- After Darshan (Approx 2 hrs) , fly back to Base Helipad
- Board to helicopter to fly from Sersi Helipad to Badrinath helipad
- At Badrinath our ground staff will escort you for Darshan.
- After Darshan, Passengers will be brought back to Badrinath Helipad for their flight to Sersi
After a breakfast drive to Dehradun , On Arrival Check In into the Hotel , Evening for leisure . Overnight Stay at Hotel.
Morning after breakfast Check Out from Hotel and transfer to Dehradun Airport / Railway station
Additional Stay Options
- Overnight Stay in Haridwar or Rishikesh: Accommodation can be arranged for your convenience upon request at the time of booking.
- Arrival Day stay in Hotel Room: If you wish to have a hotel room ready for your arrival day, this can also be organized on request during booking.
Note: Extra charges will apply for these additional stay options. Please inform us at the time of booking to ensure all your preferences are accommodated.
General Information to Travelers
- Tour Briefing: On the evening of the first day, our team will conduct a detailed tour briefing at the hotel in Dehradun. During this session, important information and travel guidelines will be shared. Additionally, your body weight will be recorded as part of the mandatory procedure. All guest are requested to attend this important briefing.
- Weight: The maximum weight limit in the helicopter is 450 kg, with a total of six seats available. The weight limit in the helicopter is subject to weather conditions and the machine’s capacity. Therefore, the final decision on the safe weight limit for each flight will be made by the pilot.
- Duffel Bag: Each participant will be provided with a duffel bag to pack essential items, with a maximum weight limit of 5 kg. Only one duffel bag with maximum weight of 5 Kg will be allowed per passenger. Larger luggage and suitcases are not allowed on the helicopter and can be safely stored in the hotel cloakroom.
- Packing Guidelines: Please travel light, as your journey includes helicopter travel. Pack only essential items such as a few sets of clothes, warm innerwear, and a light jacket. Pooja items are readily available at all Dhams, so there is no need to carry them with you.
- Flight Timings: This is a daily fixed helicopter tour operated under an NSOP (Non-Scheduled Operator Permit). The departure schedule for each destination is planned by the helicopter company. Therefore, passengers are required to report to the helipad strictly as per the given schedule. However, we reserve the right to change or postpone the flight timings, if necessary.
- High Altitude Sickness: Symptoms such as headache, nausea, ear pain, breathlessness, and low oxygen levels are common at high altitudes. Generally, healthy individuals do not require any special precautions. However, it is advisable to consult your doctor before the trip for guidance, especially since you’ll be traveling in the high-altitude Himalayan region
- Respect for Nature: Follow local customs and regulations. Please avoid littering and show respect for the sanctity of the pilgrimage sites.
- Photography: Feel free to capture beautiful moments, but kindly observe local guidelines and any restrictions regarding photography.
Terms & Conditions
By confirming this booking, the customer acknowledges and agrees to all terms and conditions outlined in the itinerary
Covid travel Guidelines
Covid protocols must be adhered by the passengers as per the effective mandate of the government. Without adhering to the government guidelines, boarding shall be denied to the passengers without refund.
Seating Capacity
The seating capacity of our helicopter is 06 passengers.
Overweight Charges
Overweight charges are applicable @ INR 2,500/kg. This will be chargeable to passengers weighing above 75 kg. But excess weight will only be calculated on the total excess weight above the total permissible weight of all the group members combined, i.e., permissible weight = 75 Kg x (No. of pax).
Discrepancy & Exceedance of Weight:
Passengers must submit their accurate weights at the time of booking. Passengers are strictly advised to provide accurate weight. If there are any discrepancy found in a passenger’s declared weight at the time of weighing a penalty of INR 20,000 will be imposed, along with overweight charges as per the overweight criteria.
Please note: While submitting the body weight, please keep in view that you submit your final weight on the higher side, after adding extra weight of your clothes and shoes.
Arrival date
Your arrival date should be one day prior to the flying date.
Cancellation Policy
- If passengers cancel their booking, following cancellation charges will be applicable.
- More than 31 Days prior to travel date INR 25,000 Per Person will be deducted
- 30 to 20 days prior to travel date: 25% of total tour cost will be deducted
- 19 to 15 days prior to travel date 50% of total tour cost will be deducted
- 14 – 08 days prior to travel date: 75% of total tour cost will be deducted
- 07 Days or less prior to travel date: No Refund
- No show: No Refund.
- After commencement of the tour: No Refund.
UNCOVERED DHAM REFUND
In the event of missing any Dham due to bad weather or unforeseen reasons a refund of INR 15,000 per person / per Dham will be provided.
RESCHEDULING OF BOOKING
- Rescheduling your booking to any future or prior travel date, will be done subject to availability, and on payment of 10% of the total tour cost.
- This will be permitted only if informed at least 30 days before the arrival date.
- In case rescheduling is requested less than 30 days prior to the travel date, then the booking would be treated as cancelled, & and a fresh booking will be given subject to availability, after the levy of applicable cancellation charges.
- We accept payments via bank transfers, cheque, and UPI
- The booking is to be done in advance with a deposit of 50% of the total amount
- The full payment should be completed at least 15 days prior to the travel date
- Passengers will not be permitted to board or commence the tour unless full and final payment for the tour has been completed.
- We shall not be held responsible for any medical emergencies that may occur on the ground during the yatra. For your own safety and well-being, all passengers are strongly advised to consult a doctor and undergo a medical check-up before starting the journey, especially if they have any pre-existing medical conditions.
- In the event that medical evacuation by helicopter is required, it will be chargeable at INR 1,50,000 per hour, plus UCADA royalty, landing charges, and applicable GST.
Bad weather and Force Majeure Policies
- In the event of flight cancellations or delays caused by adverse weather conditions, technical issues, or any other force majeure circumstances beyond our control, the Company shall not be held liable. Any inconvenience resulting from such cancellations or delays is outside the operator’s responsibility. Accordingly, no compensation or reimbursement will be provided for accommodation, transportation, meals, or any other additional expenses incurred by passengers due to flight cancellations.
- In case the tour departure does not take place from Dehradun on Day One due to above reasons, the tour will be considered as cancelled and a refund or a credit note will be given as per our refund policies. However, in case the passengers would like to consider taking the tour on the next available date, a fresh booking can be made. Our team will propose the available options to the passengers. The balance/unutilized amount against previous booking can be adjusted against the fresh booking. And any extra costs that would be accruing, will have to be borne by the passengers.
- In case the tour departs from Dehradun as per schedule but gets disrupted, while the tour is ongoing, our team will propose the possible revised itinerary within the scheduled package days, but without any extension of days.
- Any extension, proposed by the passengers, in the package will only be considered at an extra cost and subject to operational viability.
- In case for 05 straight days flying does not take place, a refund / a credit note will be given as per our policies to the passengers.
- In case of passengers get stuck at Kedarnath top due to bad weather or Force Majeure, the accommodation charges at Kedarnath will be borne by the guest directly.
- Additional night halt charges will be payable by the passengers to hotels on direct payment basis if they get stuck for additional nights due to bad weather/force majeure reasons over and above the 5N/6D period.
- We suggest all passengers keep one extra day after the 5-night/6-day tour, in case of delays due to bad weather or other unexpected reasons, so they don’t miss their return flights.
- Any increase in government levies or taxes, after the confirmation of booking, will be extra chargeable to the passengers. Payment against the same will have to be done before the commencement of tour.
- Disputes as to legality, interpretation, application or performance of service or any of its terms and conditions shall be governed by the laws of Haridwar Jurisdiction
