- Girnar Udan Khatola is one of India's longest ropeways in a forest setting — 2.3 km aerial tramway to Mount Girnar plateau at 1,000m elevation.
- ONLY official booking website: https://udankhatola.com — advance booking is STRONGLY recommended, especially for weekends, festivals & Navratri.
- Operating Hours: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. May remain closed during high winds, heavy rain, or technical maintenance.
- TICKET PRICES 2026-27: Round Trip Standard Cabin: ₹699-₹700 per person. One-Way: ₹400 per person. Children 5-10 years: ₹350 round trip. Under 5 years: FREE.
- PREMIUM CABINS: Glass-Bottom Cabin (see the forest below!): ₹4,200 per cabin. Personal Cabin (private ride): ₹5,600 per cabin.
- Base station: Girnar Taleti, Bhavnath, Junagadh. Upper station: Amba Mata Temple plateau — home to 5 major temples.
- Tickets are non-refundable & non-reschedulable (except weather/technical closure by operator).
📸 Girnar Udan Khatola cable car soaring over the dense Girnar forest with Mount Girnar peaks in the background
1. Girnar Udan Khatola: Sky High Over Sacred Girnar Mountain
The Girnar Udan Khatola (Girnar Ropeway) is a spectacular aerial tramway that connects the base station at Girnar Taleti (Bhavnath, Junagadh) to the plateau of Amba Mata Temple on Mount Girnar — at an elevation of approximately 1,000 meters. Launched to serve the millions of Hindu and Jain pilgrims who visit Girnar's sacred temples, the ropeway eliminates the need to climb 10,000 stone steps to reach the main temple complex. The approximately 2.3 km aerial cable journey takes 7-8 minutes each way, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Girnar forest, the Gir wildlife corridor, and the Junagadh plains. Operated by Sky One Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd., the ropeway is managed and maintained to international safety standards.
2. How to Book Girnar Ropeway Tickets — Step-by-Step
OFFICIAL BOOKING SITE: https://udankhatola.com (Only this website is authorized — avoid third-party booking sites). STEP-BY-STEP BOOKING: (1) Visit udankhatola.com. (2) Click on "Book Tickets" or select your destination — "Girnar, Junagadh." (3) Select your travel date and preferred time slot. (4) Choose ticket type (Standard / Glass-Bottom / Personal Cabin) and quantity (Adults/Children). (5) Fill passenger details and contact information. (6) Complete online payment — multiple payment options available (UPI / Net Banking / Card). (7) E-ticket confirmation sent to email/mobile instantly. (8) Show e-ticket QR code at the base station counter. IMPORTANT: Carry a valid Photo ID matching your booking — especially for senior citizen / children concessional rates.
📸 udankhatola.com — the only official website for Girnar Ropeway ticket booking
📸 Girnar Udan Khatola standard cable car cabin — scenic views of Girnar forest on the 7-minute aerial journey
3. Complete Ticket Prices & Cabin Types 2026-27
STANDARD CABIN TICKETS: Round Trip (Two-Way): ₹699-₹700 per adult. One-Way (Base to Top OR Top to Base): ₹400 per adult. Children (5-10 years): ₹350 round trip. Children under 5 years: FREE (must be held by adult). PREMIUM CABIN TICKETS: Glass-Bottom Cabin (see through transparent floor — thrilling forest view below!): ₹4,200 per cabin (cabin holds multiple passengers). Personal Cabin (private ride, solo or couple/family): ₹5,600 per cabin booking. SENIOR CITIZENS & DIFFERENTLY-ABLED: May qualify for special rates — verify on udankhatola.com. ALL PRICES INCLUDE GST. Note: Prices subject to revision — always check udankhatola.com for current rates before booking.
📸 Girnar Ropeway base station at Girnar Taleti — opens at 7:00 AM daily for morning visitors
4. Operating Hours & Schedule
OPERATING HOURS: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily (tickets/queue close at 5 PM for last upward cabin). FREQUENCY: Cabins depart continuously throughout operating hours — typically every 10-15 minutes (depending on queue length and demand). CLOSED: The ropeway may temporarily suspend operations due to: (1) High winds above safe operational threshold. (2) Heavy rainfall or thunderstorms over Girnar. (3) Scheduled technical maintenance (announced on website). (4) Major festival crowds requiring special crowd management (Navratri, Mahashivratri — advance check advised). PEAK DEMAND: Arrive early (7-8 AM) to avoid long queues during festival seasons, Navratri, and holiday weekends. Even with a booked ticket, ground queues can form at the boarding platform.
5. The Ropeway Journey Experience
THE JOURNEY: Board your cabin at the base station (Girnar Taleti). The cable ascends steeply over the dense Girnar forest canopy — home to leopards, lions, and 280+ bird species visible below. The 7-8 minute journey covers approximately 2.3 km of aerial cable, rising to approximately 1,000 meters elevation. As you ascend, the views dramatically open up: Girnar's rocky granite peaks, the Girnar forest wildlife corridor, and the distant Gulf of Khambhat (on clear days). At the upper station (Amba Mata plateau), you step out onto the sacred mountain — home to the Amba Mata Temple and several other ancient temples. The GLASS-BOTTOM cabin offers a particularly thrilling perspective — seeing the forest floor 800+ meters directly below through the transparent floor!
📸 Aerial view from the Girnar Ropeway — vast Girnar forest and Junagadh plains stretching to the horizon
📸 Amba Mata Temple at the ropeway upper station — the primary temple reached by the cable car
6. Sacred Temples at Girnar Summit (Amba Mata Plateau)
MAIN TEMPLE (ropeway arrival): Amba Mata Temple (Hindu Goddess Amba, avatar of Goddess Durga) — primary pilgrimage site at ropeway upper station. NEARBY TEMPLES (additional climbing required): Gorakhnath Deri (Nath Panthi ascetic site) — 3,000+ additional stone steps from Amba Mata. Guru Dattatreya Temple (highest point of Girnar, 1,062m) — most revered Jain & Hindu peak. Nemivijay Mandir / Jain Tuk — significant Jain pilgrimage complex. JAIN TEMPLES at Girnar (on separate steep trail): Ancient Jain temples dating back 1,000+ years, visited by serious pilgrims. TOTAL STEPS (base to highest peak): 9,999 steps. Ropeway takes you to approximately 4,000-step mark (saving the hardest lower section). From ropeway top: 5,000-6,000 additional steps to Dattatreya Peak.
7. Base Station Location & How to Reach Girnar Taleti
BASE STATION ADDRESS: Girnar Udan Khatola, Girnar Taleti, Bhavnath, Junagadh, Gujarat — 362001. FROM JUNAGADH CITY: 5 km from Junagadh city center (15 minutes by auto/taxi/rickshaw). FROM SASAN GIR: 70 km (1.5 hours by road). FROM RAJKOT: 100 km (2 hours). FROM AHMEDABAD: 330 km (4.5 hours). BY LOCAL: Autos/rikshaws freely available in Junagadh city to "Girnar Taleti" or "Udan Khatola." LANDMARK: Adjacent to Bhavnath Mahadev Temple, near Bhavnath Fair Ground. PARKING: Ample parking available near the base station area. NEAREST RAILWAY: Junagadh Junction (5 km). NEAREST AIRPORT: Rajkot Airport (100 km).
📸 Bhavnath Mahadev area near Girnar Taleti — the spiritual gateway to Mount Girnar in Junagadh
8. Expert Tips for the Perfect Girnar Ropeway Visit
“TIP 1: BOOK IN ADVANCE at udankhatola.com — especially for weekends, Navratri & festive seasons. Even with booking, arrive 30 minutes early to clear the ground queue at boarding platform. TIP 2: ARRIVE EARLY (7-8 AM) — Morning offers clearest views, cooler temperatures, and shorter queues. TIP 3: CARRY WATER — At the summit, basic food stalls are available but water should be carried. TIP 4: WEAR COMFORTABLE SHOES — If you plan to walk from Amba Mata to Dattatreya peak, it involves 5,000+ additional rocky steps. TIP 5: CHECK WEATHER — Girnar ropeway suspends in high winds. Monsoon season (Jun-Oct) sees more closures. TIP 6: GLASS-BOTTOM CABIN is worth the premium — the thrilling view looking straight down into the forest floor is unforgettable. TIP 7: LAST TICKET is at 5 PM — do not miss the last downward cable or you will need to descend 10,000 steps!”
📸 A perfect Junagadh day itinerary combining wildlife, spirituality and heritage sightseeing
9. Combine Ropeway with Girnar Safari & Junagadh Sightseeing
IDEAL 1-DAY JUNAGADH ITINERARY: 6:45 AM: Girnar Nature Safari (morning shift from Indreshwar Thana). 10:00 AM: Fresh breakfast at Bhavnath Taleti dhabas (try local Kathiyawadi thali). 11:00 AM: Girnar Udan Khatola — catch the ropeway at 11 AM (pre-booked). 11:10 AM: Arrive at Amba Mata Temple. Explore and pray at the summit temples. 1:00 PM: Return ropeway to base. 2:00 PM: Junagadh Heritage Tour — Mahabat Maqbara (stunning Indo-Islamic tombs), Uparkot Fort (ancient citadel), Darbar Hall Museum, Ashoka Edicts at Girnar. 5:00 PM: Evening return drive to Sasan Gir resort (if staying there) or Junagadh hotel. This COMPLETE Junagadh day covers: wildlife safari + sacred pilgrimage + historical monuments!
Girnar Udan Khatola Quick Reference:
Official Booking: https://udankhatola.com Base Station: Girnar Taleti, Bhavnath, Junagadh, Gujarat — 362001
Ticket Prices 2026-27: | Ticket Type | Price | |-------------|-------| | Round Trip (Adult) | ₹699-₹700 per person | | One-Way (Adult) | ₹400 per person | | Children 5-10 years | ₹350 (round trip) | | Children under 5 | FREE | | Glass-Bottom Cabin | ₹4,200 per cabin | | Personal Cabin | ₹5,600 per cabin |
Operating Hours: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ONLY official website for Girnar Udan Khatola (Girnar Ropeway) ticket booking is https://udankhatola.com. Advance online booking is strongly recommended, especially for weekends, festival seasons, and Navratri. Avoid third-party travel portals that may charge inflated service fees for the same tickets.
Official Girnar Udan Khatola ticket prices (2026-27): Standard Cabin Round Trip (Adult): ₹699-₹700 per person. One-Way: ₹400 per person. Children 5-10 years: ₹350 (round trip). Under 5 years: FREE. Glass-Bottom Cabin: ₹4,200 per cabin booking. Personal Cabin (private ride): ₹5,600 per cabin. All prices include GST. Verify current rates at udankhatola.com before booking.
Girnar Udan Khatola generally operates from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. The last upward cabin departs at approximately 5:00 PM. Operations may be temporarily suspended due to high winds, heavy rain, or scheduled technical maintenance. Always check udankhatola.com for real-time operational status before your visit, especially during monsoon season or festivals.
The Girnar Udan Khatola cable car journey takes approximately 7 to 8 minutes one way, covering approximately 2.3 km of aerial cable. It ascends from the base station (Girnar Taleti, Bhavnath) to the upper station (Amba Mata Temple plateau) at an elevation of approximately 1,000 meters, offering spectacular views of the Girnar forest and Junagadh plains.
The ropeway upper station deposits you near the Amba Mata Temple — a major Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Goddess Amba. From there, serious pilgrims continue on foot via stone steps to: Gorakhnath Temple (Nath Panthi ashram), Guru Dattatreya Temple (highest peak at 1,062m), and the Jain temples (Tuk). Reaching all temples requires significant physical fitness as thousands of additional stone steps are involved beyond the ropeway drop-off point.
The Glass-Bottom Cabin (₹4,200 per cabin) is absolutely worth it for those who want a unique and thrilling experience — looking directly through the transparent floor at the dense Girnar forest 800+ meters below is an unforgettable perspective. It is perfect for photography enthusiasts and adventure-seekers. For regular pilgrims and budget-conscious visitors, the standard cabin (₹699-₹700 per person) offers perfectly scenic views from all side windows.
Girnar Udan Khatola tickets are generally NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-RESCHEDULABLE under normal circumstances. However, if the ropeway is suspended by the operator due to weather conditions (high winds, heavy rain) or technical issues on your booked day, the operator typically provides refunds or rescheduling as per their policy. Always review the cancellation policy on udankhatola.com at the time of booking.
Anita Bhatt
Junagadh Heritage & Pilgrimage Tourism Expert
Dedicated wildlife naturalist providing safari regulations, Asiatic lion tracking advice, and verified Gujarat travel coordination.