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Vaishno Devi Yatra Route | Jai Mata Vaishno Devi Katra
🛕 Sacred Yatra Route

Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra Route
Katra to Bhawan — 8 Sacred Stops

This sacred journey spans 16 km from Katra base camp to Mata's Bhawan at 5,200 feet, passing through divine checkpoints.

16 km Total Distance
5,200 ft Max Altitude
6–10 Hours (Walking)
8 Stops
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Katra
Starting Point
16 km
Total Distance
5,200 ft
Max Altitude
6–10 Hours
Walking Time
8
Major Stops
Bhawan
Destination
Route Map

8 Sacred Stops — Complete Journey

Information and features of every stop from Katra to Bhawan

Katra
0 km — Start 2,500 ft Yatra Slip
🏘️ Katra
The base camp of the yatra. This small town nestled at the foothills of Trikuta Parvat is full of hotels, restaurants, markets, and the RFID yatra registration center. Your journey begins with the yatra slip from here.
💡 Rest the night before and start the yatra at 3–4 AM for a comfortable trek.
1
2,500 ft
2,800 ft
2
Banganga
1.5 km 2,800 ft Holy Dip
💧 Banganga
The sacred site where Mata struck a stone with her divine arrow to release holy water. Hanuman Ji drank this water. Devotees take a holy dip here before beginning the yatra.
💡 Do take a dip here — this water is considered sacred by all pilgrims.
Charan Paduka
2.5 km 3,380 ft Charan Darshan
👣 Charan Paduka
Holy footprints of Mata Rani imprinted on a stone. It is believed that bowing here brings special blessings from Mata. A calm and spiritually charged site.
💡 Pause here for a few minutes of prayer and meditation.
3
3,380 ft
4,800 ft
4
Ardhkuwari
3 km (from Banganga) 4,800 ft Garbh Joon Cave
🕉️ Ardhkuwari
The halfway point of the yatra. A narrow cave here called Garbh Joon is where Mata meditated for 9 months. Passing through this cave symbolizes spiritual purification.
💡 Food, tea, and rest facilities are available here.
Himkoti
4 km 4,900 ft Viewpoint
🌄 Himkoti
Scenic valley viewpoint and an important rest stop. The mountain views from here are breathtaking. Gather energy here for the climb ahead.
💡 Pony and palki exchanges happen at this point.
5
4,900 ft
5,110 ft
6
Sanjichhat
2 km 5,110 ft Helipad
🚁 Sanjichhat
The helipad and modern facilities hub. Helicopter pilgrims land here. A food court, toilets, ATM, and first aid center are available.
💡 Helicopter pilgrims walk the remaining 2 km to Bhawan from here.
Bhawan — Holy Cave
2.5 km 5,200 ft 🌟 Main Darshan
🛕 Bhawan — Holy Cave
The main shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi! Three holy Pindies — Maha Kali, Maha Saraswati and Maha Lakshmi — are enshrined here. Darshan is available 24 hours.
💡 Visit between 2–4 AM to avoid crowds and get serene darshan.
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5,200 ft
6,619 ft
8
Bhairav Nath Temple
2.5 km (above Bhawan) 6,619 ft ⚠️ Mandatory Darshan
⚔️ Bhairav Nath Temple
The final and mandatory stop. By Mata's divine decree, this darshan is compulsory. The yatra is considered incomplete without visiting Bhairav Nath Temple.
💡 Ropeway and ponies are available from here back to Katra.
Elevation Chart

Journey Elevation — Step by Step

Katra 2,500 ft
Banganga 2,800 ft
Charan P. 3,380 ft
Ardhkuwari 4,800 ft
Himkoti 4,900 ft
Sanjichhat 5,110 ft
Bhawan 5,200 ft
Bhairav N. 6,619 ft
Travel Options

How to Travel?

Choose your travel mode based on your capacity and budget

🚶
Walking
6–10 Hours
Most traditional and meritorious way. The entire route is paved and lit.
Popular
🐴
Pony / Palki
6–8 Hours
Ideal for elderly and children. Available throughout. Book at Katra.
🚗
Battery Car
3–4 Hours
Katra to Ardhkuwari and Sanjichhat to Bhawan. Great option for seniors.
Fastest
🚁
Helicopter
5 Minutes
Katra to Sanjichhat. Advance online booking required. ₹900–₹1,200 per person.
Route Facilities

What's Available on the Route?

Shrine Board provides facilities at every stop

💧
Drinking Water
Every 1-2 km
🚻
Toilets
At all major stops
🏥
Medical Aid
24/7 emergency service
🍚
Free Langar
Community kitchen
🏪
Shops
Tea, snacks, prasad
📱
Mobile Network
BSNL/Airtel available
🔒
Security
CRPF & Police deployed
📹
CCTV
Surveillance throughout
🏦
ATM
Katra, Ardhkuwari, Bhawan
💡
Lighting
Full route lit at night
♿
Disabled Access
Wheelchair & assistance
🧳
Luggage Storage
Available at Katra

💡 Important Yatra Tips

Start before 4 AM — less crowd and better weather.
Wear light, comfortable clothes. Carry woolens for the top.
Pre-book your RFID yatra slip online to skip queues.
Book helicopter at least 1 week in advance.
Carry adequate water and energy snacks.
Never skip Bhairav Nath Temple after Bhawan darshan.
Arrange helicopter or battery car for elderly pilgrims.
Keep the RFID tag with you until the end of the yatra.
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Jai Mata Di! Best Wishes for Your Yatra!

May Mata Vaishno Devi bless your journey. See the links below for more information.

Katra Guide Mata's Story What to Carry Hotels
Jai Mata Di — Bhakti Bhajan
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