How to Plan a Helicopter Trip to Kedarnath

Kedarnath is situated in the higher Garhwal Himalayas at about 3584 meters above sea level. Kedarnath Dham is filled with a massive crowd of devotees in its peak season. Due to the vast number of devotees visiting Baba Kedar, the hill roads and traffic are affected, so every devotee has to face a lot of trouble for darshan.

If you also want to visit Kedarnath Dham in less time and want to avoid health problems without any hassle, then heli service is paramount. In this blog, we will look into the booking aspects of helicopter service so that you can enjoy Kedarnath Heli Service and easily visit Baba Kedar by helicopter.

Kedarnath Trip

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Where and how to book helicopter tickets?

Visit the site of Heli Services:-

  • Firstly go to the official website of https://heliservices.uk.gov.in/ and create your account on user registration. (I’d like an Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, Passport for Nationality, etc., to be required to create an account.) 
  • After registration, you will receive a confirmation mail from the official website on your email or mobile account through which you can log in to the site.
  • After logging in, you can book a heli slot by filling in the required information about yourself.
  • Choose the morning slot to complete your journey quickly. For more information, refer to the Beginner’s Guide to Helicopter Booking for Kedarnath, which will guide you through all the details of helicopter booking.

Route to Kedarnath by Helicopter

Sahastradhara Helipad, located in Dehradun, is the main starting point for Kedarnath and Char Dham Yatra. All helicopter flights depart from Sahastradhara helipad for Sarsi and Phata helipads. There are 10-15 daily flights to Kedarnath from Sarsi and Phata Helipad.

The following table shows the helicopter ride to Kedarnath’s starting point, ending point, and ticket cost. Here is the cost of helicopter tickets from various starting points to Kedarnath helipad:-

Starting Point

End Point

Ticket Cost (INR)

Sahastradhara Helipad

Sersi Helipad

INR 22,000

Haridwar Helipad

Sersi Helipad

INR 26,500

Sersi Helipad

Kedarnath Helipad

INR 4,600

Phata Helipad

Kedarnath Helipad

INR 4,720

Guptkashi Helipad

Kedarnath Helipad

INR 7,750

Augustmuni Helipad

Kedarnath Helipad

INR 9,500

*It is important to note that these prices are subject to change.

Essential Tips to Remember for a Successful Helicopter Tour to Kedarnath:-

  • Before traveling, remember to carry your identity proof, like an Aadhaar card, National ID card, and passport.
  • You will be at about 3584 meters (11758.53 feet) during the flight, so keep warm clothes and a health kit with you.
  • Ensure that only six persons and a limited amount of hand luggage are allowed on a flight.
  • You can take a camera to capture the breathtaking views from the helicopter, but ensure the equipment is carried safely and follows safety guidelines.
  • Along with Kedarnath Darshan, visit local tourist places like Bhairavnath Temple, Gaurikund, Sonprayag, and Triyuginarayan.

Considering the above tips for travelling to Kedarnath Dham by helicopter, you can complete your Kedarnath Yatra by helicopter and be in the company of divine nature. If you want to avoid all these hassles, you should book a Kedarnath tour package that can complete your journey without any booking hassles and changes.