The Journey from Katra town to Shri Vaishno Devi (Durbar) is 13 kms, which has to be traversed by pony, ‘dandi’ or on foot. ‘Pithus’ (coolies) are also available. Helicopter Service has also been operating daily from Jammu/ Katra to Shrine. To have a please journey we recommend you to read: Guidelines for Yatra to the Cave Shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi