1️⃣ Reporting Time – To obtain your reporting time, please contact the numbers provided on your ticket, after 6:30 pm one day prior to your travel date.
2️⃣ Check-in at Sersi Helipad – Arrive at the reporting time (not to be confused with boarding time). Boarding happens within 2 hours after reporting.
3️⃣ Sersi → Kedarnath Helipad – Flight duration: 11 minutes.
4️⃣ Kedarnath Helipad → Kedarnath Temple – 500 m walk (~15-20 minutes). Palkis, ponies, and porters are available.
5️⃣ Darshan at the Temple – Approx. 1 hour.
6️⃣ Kedarnath Temple → Kedarnath Helipad – Walk back (15-20 minutes).
7️⃣ Check-in at Kedarnath Helipad – Return flight reporting time will be provided at Sersi helipad.
8️⃣ Kedarnath → Sersi Helipad – Flight duration: 11 minutes.

⏳ Important:

• • 2 hours time will be given for darshan to same-day return passengers.
  • To complete your darshan within the given time, passengers are advised to seek a priority darshan slip available at Sersi helipad, issued by Shri Kedarnath Ji Mandir Samiti.
  • Priority Darshan slips cost around Rs. 2,500 per yatri and are available at the helipad.
  • Full payment of the priority darshan slip goes to Shri Kedarnath Ji Mandir Samiti.
  • Flights may get delayed or canceled due to bad weather, especially during the monsoon.
  • All passengers are strongly advised to bring spare warm clothes in case you get stuck at Kedarnath due to bad weather.

All passengers must present valid photo identification, bio-metric registration & medical checkup at the time of check-in- Medical check up can be done at Phata and Sonprayag. Biometric registration can be done at Phata , Sonprayag and Kedarnath top.

On the Helipad & in Helicopter

✅ Follow instructions of ground staff.
✅ Secure all loose articles (scarves, caps, etc.).
✅ Do not approach the rear of the helicopter (dangerous tail rotor).
✅ Keep seat belts fastened at all times.
✅ No photography at helipad or inside helicopter.
✅ No smoking, alcohol, or weapons allowed.

On the Track

✅ Avoid resting in landslide-prone areas.
✅ Use designated routes only.
✅ Do not overcrowd or stop unnecessarily.
✅ Medical issues? Avoid using stairs.
✅ Beware of pickpockets and petty thieves.

1️⃣ When does the Kedarnath Yatra commence?

• • • • • Shri Kedarnath Ji temple opens from Akshaya Tritiya in May and closes after Deepawali in November every year.

2️⃣ When does the booking for Kedarnath ji start?

• • • • • Every year, bookings start from February onwards.

3️⃣ What documents are needed?

• • • • • All passengers must present valid photo Identification, Medical Check up and Bio-metric registration at Check-in.

4️⃣ Where is the Helipad?

• • • • • The Helipad is in Sersi Village, which is 22 kms from Guptkashi and 7 Kms after Phata Village. Our address is Himalayan Heli Services Sersi Helipad, Sonprayag Road, Village Sersi, Patwari Phata, Distt. Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand. 

5️⃣ Where can I do my biometric registration and medical check up?

• • • • • Medical check up can be done at the following sites: -1. Phata . 2. sonprayag.
        • Biometric registration can be done at the following sites: 1. Phata 2. Sonpyaga 3. Kedarnath Top

6️⃣ Can I buy one way tickets?

• • • • • No

7️⃣ How is mobile network connectivity?

• • • • • At Sersi most mobile networks like Airtel, Vodafone, Jio and BSNL work. However data services may or may not work.

        • At Kedarnath only BSNL network works and it doesn't work very well. Incase you are lost or lose any of your group members, there is a Public Announcement (PA) system near the Kedarnath Temple.

Kedarnath is located at a high altitude of 1 1 ,500 ft. Being at such a high altitude involves exposure to extreme cold, low humidity, increased ultra violet radiations and reduced air pressure and oxygen. Since you will only be there for a couple of hours, the body cannot get enough time to acclimatize and adjust to the low oxygen levels, therefore you must not exert yourself, go slow and always catch your breath. If anyone exerts themselves too much too quickly, depending on individual fitness levels, some of the common high altitude sicknesses and their symptoms are listed below:

1. Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS): AMS is the most common form of mountain sickness and may occur after you ascend to altitudes
   above 2,500m.
   Symptoms: Breathing problems, headache, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, weakness, dizziness and difficulty in sleeping.
2. High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE):
   HACE is a severe form of AMS and occurs due to swelling of the brain tissue which may eventually impair the brain. The illness often manifests itself at night and may result in coma/ death within hours.
   Symptoms: Breathing problems, headache, fatigue, visual impairment, bladder dysfunction, bowel dysfunction, disorientation and partial
   paralysis.
3. High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE): HAPE results in respiratory failure due to accumulation of fluid in the lungs. HAPE manifests itself at night (typically the second night of climbing in high altitude areas), progresses rapidly and may lead to fatality within hours.
   Symptoms: Shortness of breath even when resting, persistent dry cough, bright red stained sputum, weakness, fatigue, drowsiness, chest tightness, congestion and increased heart rate. Younger people are held to be more susceptible to this ailment as, in exuberance, they are inclined to over exert while trekking.

🚫 No Aerial Photography: Illegal & punishable by law.
📦 Baggage Limit: Max 5 kg per passenger.
⚖️ Passenger Grouping: May be split into different flights due to weight limitations.
⚠️ Bad Weather/Technical Delays: No liability; full refund for canceled flights.
🚷 Right to Cancel Unsafe Passengers: Intoxicated, sick, or abusive passengers will be denied boarding.
🤰 Pregnant Passengers: Allowed up to 27 weeks; 28-35 weeks need a doctor's certificate; 36+ weeks not allowed.
👶 Infants (below 2 years/10 kg): Fly free (age proof required).
🚨 Dangerous Goods Prohibited: No flammable items, sharp objects, or food items allowed.🚨 Darshan Time: 2 hours for same day return passengers.

📍 More details & cancellation policies at: heliservices.uk.gov.in/CancellationPolicy