Note: Only IRCTC HeliYatra website (heliyatra.irctc.co.in) provides online helicopter ticket booking for Shri Hemkund Sahib.
Fare for Hemkund Sahib Helicopter Service
The helicopter ride from Govindghat to Ghangharia and back would cost Rs. 10584 per person without taxes.
Govindghat - Ghangharia Latest Heli Ticket Price for Hemkund Sahib Visit
Registration will be mandatory for the passengers to register for the journey on the website of Uttarakhand Tourism Department. Ticket booking without registration will not be valid. Talking about the fare, the total fare for a passenger from Govindghat to Ghangaria on both sides has been fixed at Rs 10080. This service is especially useful for the elderly, Divyang or those passengers who are unable to travel on foot on inaccessible mountain routes. Get latest updates on Hemkund Sahib Heli Services.
Every year thousands of Sikh pilgrims visit the holy shrine of Hemkund Sahib. Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara, a scenic lake in its premises and a Laxman temple near to it, these all holy places on a same place attract not only spiritual seekers but inspire travelers to visit here.
As it is situated at an astonishing height of 4,633 meters, reaching this place is not an easy task for pilgrims and mostly old souls. You have to trek on a steep height for about 15 kms which is not easy to do. But this can't stop you from going to Hemkund sahib as Helicopter Services for Hemkund Sahib are available from Govindghat. Below are the details.
Helicopter Services for Hemkund Sahib
After 2013 floods, the trek route to Hemkunt Sahib was damaged by the instant flood which makes travelers worry about their journey but govt. is providing direct helicopter services from Govindghat to Ghangariya. The doors of Hemkunt Sahib have been opened on the 01 June. And heli services are now operational from the govt. end.
Recently the govt. of Uttarakhand has released the revised rates for Helicopter service to Ghangariya from Govindghat for both valleys of flowers & Hemkund sahib according to which the price has been decreased by govt. as compared to last year.
Valley of Flowers National Park is UNESCO's world heritage site which is famous for its natural bloomed flower beds in this Himalayan range, which is absolutely a miracle of nature. The park mesmerized all the travelers who visit this site. Known for its variety of flora & fauna, the Valley of flowers national park is also famous among international tourists.
Valley of Flowers is just 3.5 Km from Ghangaria which is a common halt for the pilgrimage of Hemkund Sahib and travelers who are visiting Valley of flowers. Pilgrims visiting Hemkund Sahib can also visit this heritage site.
Helicopter Services for Valley of Flowers National Park
As it shares a common trekking route of 10 kms from Govindghat to Ghangariya like Hemkund so Helicopter services and charges are the same for Valley of Flowers National Park for one side per person. You can book them both online or through any travel agent or offline offices for Helicopter seat booking to this place.
Helipads for Hemkund Sahib & Valley of Flowers National Park
Although many heli companies provide heli services to Hemkund and Valley of Flowers direct from Dehradun too which is obviously not budget-friendly and can costs you more than 1 lakh rupees. So, the best choice to get a chopper to Hemkund or Valley of flowers is Govindghat. Below are the details of en-route Helipads.
Govindghat Helipad for Hemkund Sahib & Valley of flowers Helicopter Service
Distance from Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara: 14 + 4 Kms (Trek + Road)
Distance from Ghangaria: 10 + 4 kms (Trek + Road)
Distance from Valley of flowers: 10 + 3.5 (Trek + Road)
Altitude: 1,828 meter
Location Guide: On the way of Badrinath in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand.
Accommodation: Plenty of Budget rooms facility is available at Govindghat itself.
Helicopter charges: INR 10080/- per person for round trip via Govindghat - Ghangariya.
Govindghat is a small town and road head for Hemkund sahib yatra and Valley of flowers. It lies on the way of famous pilgrimage shrine Badrinath, and is about 21 km from Joshimath.
Ghangariya Helipad for Hemkund Sahib & Valley of flowers Helicopter Service
Distance from Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara: 4 Kms (Trek Route)
Distance from Govindghat: 10 + 4 kms (Trek + Road)
Distance from Valley of flowers: 3.5 (Trek Route)
Altitude: 3,049 meter
Location Guide: Common halt for Valley of Flowers & Hemkund sahib trekkers.
Accommodation: Plenty of Budget rooms facility is available at Ghangariya itself.
Helicopter charges: INR 10080/- per person for round trip Govindghat - Ghangariya.
Ghangaria is a small hamlet which is situated on the way of Hemkund Sahib and Valley of flowers. Known for its scenic beauty, Ghangaria offers all the major facilities for tourists like Hotel, Dhabas & food. You can reach here by both trek and Heli services.
Ghangaria Helipad - enroute Hemkund Sahib and Valley of flowers.
Photo: Manas Dhodi via eUttaranchal facebook
Frequently Asked Questions – Hemkund Sahib & Valley of Flowers Helicopter Services
Here are some commonly asked questions about helicopter services to Hemkund Sahib and Valley of Flowers including booking, fare, route, and travel guidelines.
Q. What is the cost of Hemkund Sahib helicopter service? A. The helicopter ride from Govindghat to Ghangaria costs around INR 10,080 per person for a round trip (excluding taxes).
Q. From where does the helicopter service operate? A. The helicopter service mainly operates from Govindghat to Ghangaria, which is the base point for Hemkund Sahib and Valley of Flowers.
Q. How to book helicopter tickets for Hemkund Sahib? A. Tickets can be booked online through the official IRCTC HeliYatra portal. Registration is mandatory before booking.
Q. What is the flying duration of the helicopter ride? A. The helicopter ride from Govindghat to Ghangaria takes approximately 8–10 minutes.
Q. Does the helicopter go directly to Hemkund Sahib or Valley of Flowers? A. No, helicopters land at Ghangaria. From there, you need to trek around 4–6 km to Hemkund Sahib and about 3.5 km to Valley of Flowers.
Q. Is helicopter service available for Valley of Flowers also? A. Yes, the same helicopter service to Ghangaria is used for both Hemkund Sahib and Valley of Flowers visitors.
Q. Is trekking completely avoided with helicopter service? A. No, a short trek is still required from Ghangaria to reach both Hemkund Sahib and Valley of Flowers.
Q. Who can benefit most from helicopter services? A. Helicopter services are especially helpful for elderly pilgrims, children, and those who cannot complete the long trek.
Q. What is the best time to take helicopter service for Valley of Flowers? A. The best time is from June to September when the valley is open and flowers are in bloom.
Q. Are same-day visits possible via helicopter? A. Yes, some helicopter tours allow same-day visits to Ghangaria, but trekking time should be planned accordingly.
Q. What happens in case of bad weather? A. Flights may be delayed or cancelled due to weather or technical issues, and rescheduling/refund is done as per policy.
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