Char Dham Yatra

Mandatory Documents

• Medical Certificate
• Govt ID card with name and address
• Self-declared form

Bags

• Backpack (40-60 liters)

Footwear

• Trekking shoes: No sports shoes. The shoes need to have soles with good grip and ankle support.
• Socks (3 pairs): 2 pairs of cotton (for trekking) + 1 woolen pair (used only for sleeping)Sandals/Slippers for walking around

Clothes

• Trek pants (2) including the one you are wearing.
• Collared t-shirts (3 including the one you are wearing)
• Preferably light, full-sleeved t-shirts.
• Thick jacket: Carry 1 hollow full-sleeve windproof jacket/down jacket.
• Thermal inners: 1 pair of lightweight, upper and lower (optional)

Accessories

• Raincoat/poncho: (Mandatory as it can rain anytime in the mountains)
• Woolen cap/ Balaclava: (Must protect ears)
• Hand gloves: (Ensure that the gloves are warm and waterproof.)
• Sunglasses: Any dark color but blue. Sunglasses prevent snow blindness. Sunglasses are mandatory for this trek.

Other Toiletries

• (Sunscreen - SPF 40+, moisturizer, light towel, lip balm/chapstick, small soap, toilet paper, wet tissue)
• Headlamp/LED torch(Mandatory)
• Camera: Carry all accessories - spare batteries, charger, etc.
• Water bottles: 2 bottles, 1 Litre each.
• Trekking pole: Trekking pole is mandatory. You can also rent a wooden stick from Gaurikund.
• Plastic covers: While packing, use plastic bags to compartmentalize things and carry a few extra plastic bags for wet clothes.

Personal Medical Kit

• Mandatory. All these things need to go into one backpack. So make sure they are all light and you carry as little as possible.

Hotels Used / Similar

Haridwar – Hotel Udmaan/Hotel Lakshya – Deluxe Room.

Barkot – Camp Nirvana/Similar – Swiss Camps.

Uttarkashi – Yaantra Retreat/Ganga Valley Cottage – Deluxe Room/Deluxe Cottage.

Guptkashi – Behl Forest Retreat/Shri Tirtham/Camp Nirvana – Deluxe Room/Deluxe Cottage.

Kedarnath – BEHL GROUP OF HOTEL – Very Basic Accommodation.

Badrinath – Hotel Divine Ganga/Similar – Deluxe Room.

Rudraprayag – Tulip Resort/Similar – Deluxe Room.

TOUR GUIDELINES:

• VIP Darshans are subject to the orders issued by the temple authorities and State government.
• In view of our helicopters’ weight-carrying capacity, we reserve the right to shuffle passengers between helicopters to manage the right weight for safe flying in the hills. Therefore, passengers travelling together may not be accommodated in the same helicopter flight.
• FIXED FLIGHT TIMINGS: This is a Daily Fixed Departure Helicopter tour, and departure timings of each destination are fixed. Therefore, passengers must ensure they report as per the scheduled ETDs. However, we reserve the right to change/postpone the timings of flying one day prior, subject to weather/force majeure reasons.
• Passengers must submit their correct weights at the time of booking.
• BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE: Only one baggage weighing a maximum of 5 kg is allowed per passenger. It Is not permitted to carry suitcases or big travel bags in the helicopter; therefore, duffle bags will be provided by our team to all passengers on the day of arrival.
• Arrival/departure details must be provided at the time of booking so that we can smoothly operate the tour.
• Passengers should book Dehradun arrival flights around 02:00 pm, or earlier.
• Kedarnath shuttle service: Passengers will be ferried to Kedarnath ji in a shuttle services flight. And it is likely that passengers travelling together may not be accommodated in the same flight.
• Any sudden increase in taxes/levy by the State Government or the temple authorities, will be borne by the passengers.
• If online Yatra registration will be compulsory, then passengers will have to do the same prior to travel.
• Comfortable clothing such as tracksuits or Kurtas are advised on the tour. As for shoes, one should carry sports or trekking shoes.
• We have our crew at all the Dhams. For assistance, they will always be with the passengers always.
• Infants below 2 years (Max 12 kg weight) are accommodated free of charge. For verification of the age of the child, the ID proof/birth certificate of the child will be checked.
• Any donations, tips, pitthu, and extra porter charges shall be borne by the passengers.
• Airport transfers shall be provided on the arrival day at Dehradun, and the last day of our tour.
• Network connectivity at Harsil & Badrinath is very poor. BSNL & Jio are the main telecom services that work in these regions mostly.
• All temples in the Chardham sector are located at a high altitude, therefore passengers are advised to carry medication during travel. Also, they are advised to carry warm clothing with them, because, during evenings & nights, the temperature can drop drastically.

Health & Safety:

• Before starting the trek, calculate your BMI (Ideal BMI should be between 18.5 and 24.9)
• Health and Safety checks mentioned below should be made before getting prepared for the trek
• A balanced mind and body are the first things that should be given importance before taking off because this is what will bring out the best of you in every condition.
• Your body should be fit enough to cover the entire trek with the backpacks on your back along with your body weight. That is why proper stamina and strength are needed. Also, trekking is done on uneven multi-terrains and not on smooth paths. So to gain leg strength, perform simple squats.
• Flexibility is very important when it comes to trekking. Good flexibility will be an advantage while walking on trails, climbing river crossings, etc. Attain flexibility by simply stretching or doing yoga.
• As the Himalayan treks are ascending and descending the slopes, you will need a proper transmission of Oxygen from the lungs and heart to the body muscles. For this, trekkers should have good cardiovascular endurance that can be gained by doing cardio exercises like running, swimming, cycling, etc.

• Cancellation 30 days before the starting date of the trip — get a monetary refund with 15% cancellation charges of total trip amount.

• Cancellation between 30 days and 20 days before the starting date of the trip — get a monetary refund with 50% cancellation charges of total trip amount.

• Cancellation less than 20 days before the starting date of the trip — No refund will be provided for any amount paid.

• Cancellation in case you’re not well and could not join: In case you are unwell it is advisable to take rest however kindly note that you can find a replacement for yourself no refund or transfer is applicable in the case of any illness or covid cases.