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CHARDHAM BY HELICOPTER Tour 2024
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May 7, 2024 8:00 am
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Maximum Altitude (MTS)
6000
Trip Days
6
Does
1.Research your destination: Learn about the culture, customs, and laws of your destination to avoid any unintentional faux pas. 2.Pack smartly: Pack only what you need and avoid overpacking. Consider the climate and culture of your destination when choosing clothes and accessories. 3.Keep important documents safe: Keep your passport, visa, and other important documents in a secure place, such as a hotel safe. 4.Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water and keep yourself hydrated, especially in hot and humid climates. 5.Respect local customs and traditions: Be respectful of local customs and traditions, and avoid any behavior that may be offensive or disrespectful. 6.Be open-minded and flexible: Embrace new experiences and be open to trying new things. Be flexible with your plans and willing to adapt to changes. 7.Learn some local phrases: Learning a few basic phrases in the local language can go a long way in communicating with locals and showing respect. 8.Try local cuisine: Trying local cuisine can be a great way to experience the culture and flavors of your destination. 9.Stick to a schedule: Stick to a schedule to ensure that everyone has enough rest and downtime throughout the trip. 10.Respect nature: Respect nature and leave no trace of your presence behind.
Don't
1.Don't ignore safety warnings: Pay attention to safety warnings and avoid areas that are known to be dangerous. 2.Don't carry too much cash: Avoid carrying large amounts of cash, and consider using a travel card or credit card instead. 3.Don't be overly trusting: Be cautious of strangers and avoid giving out personal information or accepting offers from people you don't know. 4.Don't be disrespectful: Avoid disrespectful behavior such as littering, defacing public property, or ignoring local customs and traditions. 5.Don't rely solely on technology: Don't rely solely on technology for navigation or communication. Carry a physical map and a backup charger for your phone. 6.Don't overindulge: Avoid excessive alcohol or drug use, which can impair your judgment and put you at risk. 7.Don't be afraid to ask for help: If you're lost or need assistance, don't be afraid to ask for help from locals or authorities. 8.Don't overschedule: Avoid packing too many activities into your itinerary, which can leave everyone feeling exhausted and stressed. 9.Don't forget to take breaks: Make sure to schedule breaks throughout the day to allow everyone to rest and recharge. 10.Don't leave trash behind: Carry your trash with you and dispose of it properly when you reach a designated trash bin.
Inclusion Notes:
❖ Helicopter flying from Dehradun to the Chardham shrines, & back.
❖ Hemkund Sahib aerial darshan.
❖ Complimentary stay at Dehradun on your date of arrival - no meals included.
The night of complimentary stay makes our Heli-tour actually a 5N/6D tour.
❖ Accommodation for 4 nights, 01 night at each Dham, with all meals included.
Vegetarian Jain food also available.
❖ Local Sightseeing with Himalayan Heli guides at all four destinations.
❖ VIP Darshans.
❖ Airport & hotel transfers at Dehradun.
❖ Palki or Pony at Yamunotri - subject to availability.
❖ Maha Abhishek at Badrinath ji - on demand.
❖ Rudra Abhishek at Kedarnath ji - on demand.
❖ Shri Kedarnath ji helicopter shuttle services: Sersi – Kedar - Sersi.
❖ Helicopter handling charges.
❖ Taxes & other government levy.
In short – We have included every little detail, comfort & charge that you
will encounter on your Chardham yatra. Therefore, by taking a one -time
wholesome charge, you enrol yourself on this journey of a lifetime.
Exclusions:
Notes:
Notes:
• BAD WEATHER & FORCE MAJEURE POLICIES:
▪ Where bad weather, technical snags or any force majeure reason beyond Himalayan Heli
Services’ control results in the cancellation of your flight being delayed or cancelled,
Himalayan Heli Services will not be liable in any way for the cancelled or delayed flight.
However, refund will be given to clients as per our refunds policy. Any kind of inconvenience
caused because of cancellation of flights is beyond the control of the operator. No
compensation or reimbursement for accommodation, transportation, meals or any other
extra travel expenses done by the guests shall be offered in the event of cancellation of a
flight.
▪ In case tour departure does not take place from Dehradun on Day One due to above
reasons, tour will be considered as cancelled and full refund as per our policies will be made.
However, in case the passengers would like to consider taking the tour on the next available
date, a fresh booking can be made for the same. Our team will propose the available options to the passengers.
The balance/unutilized amount against previous booking can be adjusted against the fresh
booking. And any extra costs that would be accruing, will have to be borne by the
passengers.
▪ In case the tour departs from Dehradun as per schedule but gets disrupted, while the tour
is ongoing, our team will propose the possible revised itinerary within the scheduled package
days, but without any extension of days.
▪ Any extension, proposed by the passengers, in the package will only be considered at an
extra cost and subject to operational viability.
▪ In case for 05 straight days flying does not take place, full refund as per our policies will be
made to the passengers.
▪ New Chardham passenger(s) scheduled for departure from Dehradun on any respective
travel date shall be our top priority, over the back-log passenger(s) of previous days(s).
▪ Additional night halt charges will be payable by the passengers to hotels on direct payment
basis, when they get stuck for additional nights due to bad weather/force majeure reasons.
▪ Himalayan Heli may not fly to Harsil/Jhalla, in case of turbulent wind conditions – which is
often in the Harsil valley after 1200 Hrs.
▪ If any passenger(s) require ferry flights to be operated for them in emergency, cost for the
same will be charged to the party @ INR 90,000/hr plus GST.
▪ While the tour is ongoing, if any group demands to cancel their tour mid-way, the
arrangement of transportation will be done by Himalayan Heli, however, cost for the same
will be borne by the passengers on direct payment basis.
• Any increase in government levies or taxes, after the confirmation of booking, will be extra
chargeable to the passengers. Payment against the same will have to be made before the commencement of tour.
Rules & Regulations
Strict To Follows
• FIXED FLIGHT TIMINGS
This is a Daily Fixed Departure Helicopter tour, and all departure timings of each destination
is fixed. Therefore, passengers must ensure they report as per the scheduled TDs on each day
of the tour, other-wise they will be considered NO-SHOW.
1. We strictly follow "Do Not Litter" policy. If possible we will pick up already existing garbage from the nature. 2. All necessities will be taken care by the organizer. We expect you to be flexible enough during the event. 3. Go Buddy Adventures not responsible for any accidents or injuries, loss or damage to your personal belongings or any other uncertainties during the event. The participants agree to take full responsibilities and sign a letter of undertaking before the start of the event.
Cancelation Policy
Cancelation Policy
• CANCELLATIONS POLICY:
If passengers cancel their booking prior or after commencement of tour, following cancellation
charges will be applicable -
o More than 15 days prior to travel date: 30% of total tour cost.
o Between 08 to 15 days prior to travel date: 50% of total tour cost.
o 07 or less days prior to travel date: No Refund.
o No show: No Refund.
o After commencement of tour: No Refund.
o FORCE MAJEURE & BAD WEATHER REFUNDS:
- Basis of Refund:
▪ Tour Cost: 25% of total tour cost for each unutilized travel sector (Dham), minus
INR 15,000 per passenger toward the flight preparation & ground arrangement
charges.
▪ Additional Services: Deduction of any additional services provided at any of the
Dhams during the tour of the passengers will be deducted over & above the
refundable Tour Cost.
▪ Refund against any unutilized service will not be calculated separately and added
to the refundable- amount.
- COVID-19 Case, or any National/State Emergency:
In case passengers test COVID positive before the travel, or the Yatra gets called-off
by the government, or any National or State emergency is imposed, there will be no
refunds applicable.
However, passengers will be provided a Credit Voucher by Himalayan Heli against the advance paid, which will be valid for one year. It can be utilised against any of our
helicopter tours or charter services (for the full amount of the credit voucher), by the
passengers or any of their friends/relatives.