Vaishno Devi is a Shaktipeeth which means that it possesses the enormous spiritual energy to safeguard the divine form of the goddess. It is situated in the Trikuta hills of Reasi district, the Mata Vaishno Devi cave shrine is one of the most revered sites in Jammu and Kashmir, attracting nearly one crore devotees annually. In order to provide better facilities, the Shrine Board of Mata Vaishno Devi has taken a decision to start helicopter services directly from Jammu to Bhawan. Helicopter services for the Vaishno Devi Yatra are now available from Jammu to Bhawan. There are two packages available for pilgrims:

1. Rs 35,000 per passenger (Same Day Return)
2. Rs 60,000 per passenger (Next Day Return

Package Inclusions:

1. Rs 35,000 per passenger (Same Day Return)
   • Helicopter ticket from Jammu to Bhawan and back.
   • Transport from Panchi helipad to Bhawan and back to the helipad.
   • Priority darshan.
   • One meal at Bhawan.
   • Passenger ropeway ticket.
   • Priority darshan at Bhairon Ji.
   • Panchmewa Prasad box.
2. Rs 60,000 per passenger (Next Day Return)
   • Helicopter ticket from Jammu to Bhawan and back to Jammu.
   • Transport from Panchi helipad to Bhawan and back to the helipad.
   • Priority darshan.
   • Accommodation and three meals at Bhawan.
   • SSVP Arti.
   • Passenger ropeway ticket.
   • Priority darshan at Bhairon Ji.
   • Panchmewa Prasad box.

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How to Book Tickets:

• Tickets can be booked online on the official website of SMVDSB at www.maavaishnodevi.org.
• It is advisable to book helicopter tickets in advance to avoid last-minute disappointment and hassles due to sold-out tickets.
• The Shrine Board has not authorized any agents for online booking of Darshan, Helicopter, Battery Car, Accommodation, or other services.

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Important Details:

• Flights will operate only when a minimum of five pilgrims are booked, either as a group or as individuals.
• Pilgrims will be informed about their booking status three days in advance.

Shrine Board Contact Details:

• Website: www.maavaishnodevi.org
• E-Mail: Online@maavaishnodevi.org
• Help Line: 01991-232887, 01991-232820

Source: https://online.maavaishnodevi.org