Helicopter Service

Vaishno Devi helicopter service starts from Katra. Helicopters land at Sanjhichhat which is ~2 km before the Holy Bhawan.

Available options:

• Katra → Sanjhichhat (one-way)
• Sanjhichhat → Katra (one-way)
• Katra → Sanjhichhat → Katra (two-way)

Two-way helicopter tickets include special VIP darshan passes.

• Time taken: 5–8 minutes flight; darshan typically completed in ~4 hours using helicopter service.
• Service is available throughout the year.
• Online booking: Book at least 60 days in advance.
• Note: Tickets are non-transferable and cannot be modified after booking.

Rooms at Maa Vaishno Devi Bhawan

• Special rooms / dormitories can be booked for stay at Bhawan.
• Bookings can be done online.

Mata Vaishno Devi Attka Aarti Booking

• Attka Aarti (early morning & evening) ~3 hours.
• Reserved seating can be arranged via online booking.