helicopter is the easiest way to reach the Chardhams in Uttarakhand. Where the trekking can take a day or two for the devotees to make it to the pilgrimage sites, a helicopter tour is the best idea for those with tight schedule and of course those with ailing health and other issues to be able to perform pilgrimage relatively quick.
There are a number of helicopter services, both private and public available for Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand that provide variety of travel packages. One can opt from 1 night 2 days to 4 nights 5 days packages. Also, there are a few operators that offer services according to the number of Dhams one wish to perform pilgrimage at. The price also vary for Ek Dham, Do Dham, Teen Dham and char dham yatra by helicopter from dehradun.
There are also the service of charter planes available for Kedarnath and Badrinath Yatra. Pilgrims can choose to visit only Kedarnath or Badrinath by a charter or can choose either of the two sacred sites. The helicopters operate from Dehradun Helipad every morning for Chardhams and return to the city every evening. However, it is to be noted the timings may differ from operator to operator and so does the charges for overweight passengers.
Q. Are helicopter services available for the Char Dham Yatra shrines?
Yes, helicopter services are available for all the four shrines of Char Dham Yatra i.e., for Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. The helicopter trip stats from Dehradun (Sahastradhara Helipad) in Uttarakhand. Also, for Kedarnath, pilgrims can even avail the helicopter service from Guptkashi, Fata and Sersi in Rudraprayag District of Uttarakhand.
Q. Is there any weight limit for Chardham Helicopter Tours?
As there is very limited space in the chopper, only 5kg per passenger is permitted for Chardham Helicopter tours. Also, passengers should carry only handbags as there will be no space for the suitcases.
