- Distance from Katra
- 9.5 km
- Altitude
- 6,200 ft (about 1,890 m)
- Route
- Traditional (old) track
Distance and altitude as published by Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board.
Sanjichhat is a small plateau about 2.5 km short of the Holy Shrine. The upward climb on the old track ends here, and the scenic spot makes a welcome halt.
The Shrine Board has developed the area with a marble-paved platform, a shopping complex, toilets, a hospital (24 beds), a Bhojanalaya, accommodation at Mangla Bhawan, free halls and the helipad for the Katra–Sanjichhat helicopter service.
From Sanjichhat the track to the Bhawan is covered by shelters for much of its length.
Facilities
- Helipad
- Medical aid
- Bhojanalaya
- Accommodation
- Free rest halls
- Refreshments / view point
- Toilets
- Drinking water
- Shelter sheds
Getting here
On foot or by pony along the old track from Adhkuwari, or by helicopter from Katra.
Tips
- From here the last 2.5 km to the Bhawan is level or gently downhill.
- Helicopter passengers walk or ride from here to the Bhawan.
Timings, fares, rules and routes can change at short notice. Please confirm time-sensitive details with Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board or the relevant authority before you travel. Page last reviewed: 4 October 2026.