If you’re planning to go to Kedarnath and consider looking for helicopter service, there’s one new rule you need to be aware of. It is said that devotees who weigh over 80 kg must be charged an additional INR 150 per kilogram. And, the people who weigh over 120 kg have to pay double the fare.
The temple is located at an altitude of 12000 feet within the Himalayas. To reach the temple, the pilgrims must walk 18km uphill or take helicopter rides. Therefore, this rule is essential for those choosing the helicopter option.
The service providers for choppers will solely consider a passenger’s weight, which other travelers cannot compensate for. Also, passengers can carry up to 2 kilograms of baggage during the trip.
For fare as it is related, it’s in the limit range from INR 6500 to INR 8000 (per) for one-way. If you are looking for a helicopter that can only take one way, the firm that provides the helicopter is charged between INR 3000 to INR 3500. Prices vary according to the demand and the footfall.
A variety of chopper companies offer their services throughout the region, like Pawan Hans, Pinnacle Air, and Heritage Aviation, to name several. Pilgrims can take choppers from different locations such as Dehradun, Phata, Sersi, Sitapur, and Guptkashi, as well as other locations.
It’s important to remember that Kedarnath is among the four most important Char Dham temples in Uttarakhand and many devotees come to the temple.
The other three include Badrinath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri. Also called Chota Char Dham. Chota Char Dham These temples are significant Hindu pilgrimage to the Indian Himalayas. The shrines are all located inside the Garhwal region in Uttarakhand.
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