Badrinath Yatra By Helicopter
Tour Overview
Dehradun – Badrinath (By Helicopter)- Report at Sahastradhara Helipad, Dehradun early morning as per the scheduled time. After a safety briefing, board the helicopter for your divine journey to Shri Badrinath Dham.
Enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the Garhwal Himalayas, deep valleys, and sacred rivers while flying at an altitude of approximately 10,500 feet.
Shri Badrinath – 2026 Update- Temple Opening 2026: Shri Badrinath Temple will reopen on Akshaya Tritiya 2026, marked by flag hoisting, Brahm Kapal Pooja, and special ceremonies.
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About This Tour
Shri Badrinath Temple holds deep spiritual significance because it is believed to purify devotees from past sins and karmic burdens, helping them attain spiritual renewal and inner peace. In **2026, the Badrinath Temple is expected to reopen for the pilgrimage season on 24 April 2026, following the winter closure, with traditional Vedic rituals and ceremonies marking the occasion.
Shri Badrinath Ji is one of the Char Dham and 108 Divya Desams, making Him one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his meditative form, sitting on a lotus pedestal in the Himalayas, facing east. Badrinath is believed to grant peace, prosperity, and moksha to devotees who sincerely perform darshan and rituals.
The temple is closely associated with sage Nar and Narayan, who are said to have meditated here for centuries. The Tapt Kund, a hot spring near the temple, allows pilgrims to purify themselves before darshan. Shri Badrinath Ji is also considered the protector of the northern Himalayas, and visiting the temple is believed to remove karmic debts and bring spiritual blessings.
Legend & Spiritual Significance: The deity represents the unity of devotion (bhakti) and meditation (dhyana). Performing poojas like the Brahm Kapal Pooja at Badrinath Ji is considered highly auspicious, especially during the temple’s reopening season in 2026 on 23rd April, as it marks the start of the annual pilgrimage.
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Best Time
April-May–June & Sep–Oct
Ideal For
Pilgrims/Devotees, Families, Seniors (with assistance)
Difficulty
Moderate
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