Amarnath Yatra by Helicopter from Baltal

• It is mandatory for every registered yatri to collect his or her RFID card from designated locations in Jammu and Srinagar before embarking on the yatra.
• Your journey shall involve trekking across high mountains, facing strong cold winds. You must carry
  (i) adequate woollen clothing; (ii) a small umbrella (preferably one which is tied with an elastic band around your head and supported by a strap around the chin); (iii) windcheater; (iv) raincoat; (v) waterproof trekking shoes; (vi) torch; (vii) walking stick; (viii) cap (preferably a monkey cap); (ix) gloves; (x) jacket; (xi) woollen socks; (xii) trousers (preferably a waterproof pair).
  These items are essential as the climate is highly unpredictable and changes abruptly from sunny weather to rain and snow. The temperature can sometimes abruptly fall to 5 degrees Celsius or lower.
• For ladies, a sari is not a suitable dress for the yatra. Salwar Kameez, a pantsuit, or a track suit will be better. Ladies who are more than six weeks pregnant shall not be allowed to undertake the pilgrimage.
• Keeping in view the tough nature of the trek, children below 13 years of age and elderly persons above the age of 70 shall not be permitted to undertake the pilgrimage.
• You must strictly follow the instructions issued by the Yatra administration, from time to time.
• Don’t stop at places that are marked by warning notices.
• Don’t attempt any short cuts on the route, as doing so would be dangerous.
• Earth, water, air, fire, and the sky are integral parts of Lord Shiva. The Base Camp and the entire Yatra routes are the abode of Shri Amarnathji. Throughout your pilgrimage, you must respect the environment and do nothing to pollute it.
• All waste materials must be placed in the nearest trash can. All organic waste must be disposed of in the green dustbin.
• Postpaid connection required in the Jammu and Kashmir sector. Please carry postpaid mobile connections.

• Money matters should be handled fairly with travel agent and elsewhere
• Respect public property.
• Abide by the rules and regulations of the airline or railway you are traveling
• Carry your visa, passport or identity
• Cancellations should be done as per the set dates
• Get your travel insurance done
• Get accustomed to non-refundable services

If you want to get drenched in utter spirituality and quench your thirst for religious facts, this tour is a perfect choice for you to relax your mind. You are sure to get illuminated and enlightened with the divine knowledge and experience a higher taste in life.

Q1- Is it possible to go without registering for Yatra?
Answer- No, without registration, you cannot participate.

Q2- Who is Baba Barfani, Lord Amarnathji's other name?
Answer- Due to the ice stalagmite that resembles the Shiva Linga in the holy cave, Lord Amarnath ji is also known as Baba Barfani.The meaning of Barfani in Hindi is made of ice. This is the reason Lord Amarnathji is also known as Baba Barfani.

Q3- What is the story behind Lord Amarnath ji ?
Answer- According to the legend, Lord Shiva wanted to share the secret of immortality (Amar Katha) with his beloved wife, Maa Parvati. He chose the remote cave in the Himalayas, now known as the Amarnath cave, as the location to reveal this secret.
As the story goes, Lord Shiva left behind all his possessions and material attachments at different places before entering the cave. He left his vehicle, Nandi, at Pahalgam, his moon on his head at Chandanwari, his snakes at Sheshnag, his son Lord Ganesha at Mahagunas Pass, and the five elements of earth, water, fire, air, and sky at Panjtarni. After leaving everything behind, Lord Shiva entered the Amarnath cave with Maa Parvati and revealed the secret of immortality to her.
It is said that a pair of pigeons overheard the secret and became immortal. To this day, pilgrims visiting the Amarnath cave look for the pair of pigeons as a symbol of immortality.