Do Dham Yatra by Helicopter

Flexible Flying Time:

• Flying time is subject to permissions and weather conditions.
• Changes may occur due to weather or technical reasons.

Body Weight Limitation:

• Each helicopter can accommodate up to 6 passengers with a total weight limitation of 445 kg for all 6 passengers.
• Heli Yatra reserves the right to de-board passengers if the actual body weight deviates from what was provided at the time of booking.
• No refunds will be provided for any passenger who is deboarded due to incorrect body weight.
• Passengers are requested to provide exact body weight measured on an electronic scale.
• Passengers with a body weight of above 75 kg will be charged INR 2,500 per kg excess. This amount will be collected in Dehradun before the flight.
• If the given body weight is incorrect, passengers will be charged INR 3,000 per kg on the final check by the pilot, or they will be de-boarded without any refund.

Luggage Weight:

• 1 small soft bag (max. 5 kg) per passenger, this duffel bag will be provided by us on the day of arrival.
• Hard-case luggage or large bags are not allowed.

Flying Schedule:

• Dham sequence may vary due to weather, technical issues, or government permissions.
• The departure time and sequence are subject to change.

Hotel Accommodation:

• Heli Yatra holds the right to change the hotels at flight origin and destination based on hotel availability.
• Groups of 6 passengers or more may have to stay in different hotels as they will be traveling in different helicopters due to body weight limitations.
• Rooms are booked on double or triple sharing basis only. For single occupancy rooms, an additional charge of INR 45,000 per person (tax inclusive) will apply.

Bad Weather Conditions:

• Flying in the hills is subject to bad weather conditions, Force Majeure factors, such as:
• Delayed Air Traffic Clearances/Permissions
• VVIP Movements
• Valley Flying by Indian Air Force (NOTAM)
• Technical Snags in Aircraft
• Illness of Flying Crew
• Late Reporting of Passengers at helipads
• Passengers should be prepared to face eventualities and inconveniences in such scenarios.
• It is strongly advised to keep one additional day beyond the 5N6D itinerary to avoid inconvenience in case of delays due to bad weather or Force Majeure events.
• Itinerary amendments may occur due to backlogs, bad weather, or natural circumstances, where we may cover:
• Dodham, Ekdham, or Teendham in 1 or 2 days.
• In most cases, if there is a backlog due to bad weather, the trip may be cancelled.

No Flying:

• If any Dham is missed due to bad weather or force majeure, we will provide a proportional refund (excluding taxes, fees, and flight preparation charges).

Medical/Special Conditions:

• Inform us in advance if any medical or special conditions exist. We reserve the right to de-board passengers who do not disclose this information.

Airport Transfers:

• Transfers are only provided on arrival and departure days.
• Additional charges apply for transfers to Haridwar/Rishikesh (INR 8,000 per cab).

Passenger Grouping:

• A single vehicle will be provided for a group of 6 passengers throughout the tour.
• Passengers may be shifted between helicopters for safe weight distribution.

Infants:

• Infants under 2 years travel free with valid ID/Birth Certificate.

Rescheduling of Booking:

• 20% charge applies for rescheduling 30 days before the tour.
• Less than 30 days notice will result in a fresh booking with applicable cancellation charges.

Payment Terms:

• 50% deposit at the time of booking; balance due 30 days before departure.
• Full payment required before departure to board the helicopter.

Force Majeure & Bad Weather Refunds:

• Tour Cost: If 3 Dham are completed and 1 Dham is left out, INR 15,000 approx. per person will be refunded.
• This cost is exclusive of other expenses like extra night halt, extra transfers, or any extra services utilized beyond the package inclusions.
• Additional Services: The cost of additional services provided at any Dham will be deducted from the refundable Tour Cost.
• Refund for Unutilized Services: No refund will be provided for any unutilized services.

Important Guidelines:

• Flying Schedule:
• NSOP (Non-Scheduled Operations): Flight timings will be communicated the night before, based on operational plans.
• Delays or Cancellations: Delays may occur due to bad weather, technical issues, or emergency scenarios. In case of a major issue, the trip may be cancelled.
• Helipad Waiting Times:
• Expect up to 2 hours waiting time at helipads due to factors like bad weather, NOTAM, or other operational challenges.
• Final Day Departure:
• We will attempt to depart early from Badrinath to avoid bad weather. Breakfast may be skipped in this case.
• Breakfast at Dehradun will incur at an additional cost if preferred.
• Documents Required:
• Aadhar Card (for Indian nationals) or Passport (for foreign nationals) is mandatory for all passengers.
• Accommodation & Transfers:
• Final list of properties will be shared 30 days prior to the travel date.
• Transfers between Dehradun, Haridwar, and Rishikesh are available at an additional cost.
• Helipad & Base Camps:
• For larger groups, passengers may land at different base camps (Phata, Guptkashi, Sersi) depending on the helicopter's capacity and timing.
• Donations & Additional Costs:
• Donations, tips, porter charges, palki/pony charges (except Yamunotri) are not included and must be borne by passengers.
• Kedarnath Top Stay:
• Staying at Kedarnath Top requires signing a declaration. Accommodation cost is INR 12,000-15,000 per room, depending on availability.
• Heli-Yatra is not responsible for any emergency or service challenges at Kedar-Top.
• Special Poojas:
• No special poojas are included in the package. Additional poojas can be arranged at extra cost if requested in advance.
• VIP Darshan:
• VIP Darshan provides priority entry inside the temple but does not guarantee exclusive access. All darshans are as per the government SOPs.
• Mobile Network:
• Available at all locations: Airtel, JIO, BSNL (Yamunotri, Harsil, Kedarnath, Badrinath).
• Add-ons & Customization:
• Any last-minute changes or add-ons to the itinerary are not possible. All requests should be made in advance.

• Up to 30 days before flying date: 40% cancellation charge.
• 0 to 30 days before flying date: No refund. 
• If there is no flying due to bad weather or force majeure, we will provide a proportinal refund (excluding taxes, royalty fees and 10% flight preparation charges).

Additional Note:

1. Extra Night Halt: Any extra night halts due to weather or other reasons are at the passenger’s expense
2. The terms are designed to ensure safety, comfort, and smooth operations during the Dodham Yatra. Always plan ahead and communicate any special needs in advance.
3. VIP Darshan provides priority entry inside the temple but does not guarantee exclusive access. All darshans are as per the government SOPs
4. Donations, tips, porter charges, palki/pony charges (except Yamunotri) are not included and must be borne by passengers.
5. Any last-minute changes or add-ons to the itinerary are not possible. All requests should be made in advance.
6. The registration for the CharDham Yatra is the traveler's sole responsibility, and while we are available to assist if needed, we cannot ensure a successful registration on their behalf.

• We accept payments via bank transfers.
• 50% deposit at the time of booking.
• Balance due 30 days before departure.
• Full payment required before departure to board the helicopter.
• Failure to Pay: If the final payment is not received before arrival, the booking may be subject to cancellation, and the advance payment will be forfeited.