The Kedarnath Yatra draws lakhs of devotees each year to the sacred temple nestled in the Garhwal Himalayan range, one of the revered Char Dham pilgrimage sites. To make the journey more convenient and accessible, helicopter services are provided during the pilgrimage season. Online booking for these helicopter rides has officially started today at noon for travel dates between May 2nd and May 31st, 2025. Tickets can be booked exclusively through the official Heliyatra website operated by IRCTC.
However, it’s important to note that before booking helicopter services, pilgrims must first complete their registration for the Kedarnath Yatra on the official Uttarakhand Tourism Government portal.
How to Register for the Kedarnath Yatra
Before booking helicopter services, it is mandatory to register for the Kedarnath Yatra through the official Uttarakhand Tourism Government portal. Follow the steps below:
- Visit the Official Portal
New users need to sign up, while existing users can log in using their credentials. - Create Your Tour Plan
Select the start and end dates of your yatra, along with the number of tourists and their specific visiting dates. - Complete Registration
Fill in all required pilgrimage details and download your Yatra Registration Letter. - Proceed to Heliyatra Portal
Once registered, you can move on to booking helicopter services via the Heliyatra portal.
How to Book Helicopter Services for Kedarnath
Once you have your Yatra Registration Number, follow these steps to book helicopter tickets on the Heliyatra portal:
- Create an Account
Sign up on the Heliyatra portal and verify your mobile number and email via OTP. - Login to Your Account
Use your registered credentials to log in. - Enter Yatra Registration Number
Submit the number received during Yatra registration. - Select Travel Details
Choose your preferred date, time slot, and traveler details. - Make Payment
Select a suitable payment method and complete the transaction. - Receive Confirmation
Once the payment is successful, your helicopter booking confirmation will be shared.
Ticket Prices for Kedarnath Helicopter Services (2025)
According to eUttaranchal, helicopter shuttle services for the 2025 Kedarnath Yatra are available from three locations:
- Phata: ₹6,063 (Round trip)
- Sirsi: ₹6,061 (Round trip)
- Guptkashi: ₹8,533 (Round trip)
Important Guidelines for Helicopter Booking
- Ticket Limit: A maximum of 2 tickets can be booked per user, with up to 6 passengers allowed per booking.
- Refund Process: If a ticket is cancelled online, the refund will be processed within 5 to 7 working days.
- Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellation Charges will apply to all cancellations.
- No refund will be provided for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the scheduled departure time slot.
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