Kedarnath Yatra Informnation & Itinerary 2023

The Kedarnath Yatra offers an unforgettable opportunity to witness the majestic beauty of the Himalayas and the serene surroundings of the Kedarnath temple. The journey starts from the base camp in Gaurikund, where pilgrims can choose to trek or take a helicopter ride to reach the temple.

During the trek, one can witness the mesmerizing beauty of the Mandakini river and the lush green forests surrounding the area. The journey is full of adventure, excitement, and spirituality as it takes you through steep slopes, rocky terrain, and snow-covered paths.

Opening Dates:

Yamnotri & Gangotri: 22 April 2023

Kedarnath: 25 April 2023

Badrinath: 27 April 2023

Bookings are already open. Plan your Char Dham Yatra well in advance in order to ensure the best accommodation is available and travel arrangements to / from Haridwar / Delhi can be planned in time.

How To Reached Kedarnath Dham

Delhi - Haridwar - Rishikesh-Devprayag - Srinagar - Rudraprayag - Tilwara - Agastamuni - Kund - Guptkashi - Phata - Rampur - Sonprayag - Gaurikund - Trek to Kedarnath

BY AIR:

Jolly Grant airport on Rishikesh-Dehradun road is the nearest airport to Kedarnath. Hire a taxi to Gaurikund or till Haridwar/Rishikesh.

BY TRAIN:

Regular trains from Delhi to Haridwar and Dehradun are available at all times of the year. Hire a cab or get a bus from here.

BY BUS:

Gaurikund is connected with motorable roads, and buses and taxis from important destinations like Rishikesh, Dehradun, Uttarkashi and Tehri, Pauri and Chamoli are easily available.

Best Time To Visit Kedarnath - 

Summer -

 Summers of Kedarnath beginning from May and lasting till June, are pleasing with the temperature hovering around 17°C. It is the perfect weather to pay visit to the Kedarnath shrine and also to indulge in some sightseeing of famous spots in and around Kedarnath. The weather remains moderate during this time and hence, this season is the ideal time to travel to this place.

TRIP ESSENTIALS

Don't forget to carry a day pack, a pair of trekking shoes/comfortable walking shoes along with trekking pants, windproof jacket, light weight woollen clothing, sun cap, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion, lip balm, torch/flashlight with extra batteries, walking stick and personal toiletries. Carrying a water bottle is a must. Along with that you should also pocket some dry fruits, energy bars and energy drinks like electoral (ORS)/Gatorade.

Moonsoons - 

Monsoons hit Kedarnath starting from July and ending till August, with temperatures dropping down to 12°C. In this season Kedarnath is frequented with heavy rain falls and landslides hence visitors are advised to be prepared to overcome the difficulties. One must pack few essentials to save themselves from the heavy rains.

TRIP ESSENTIALS

Don't miss to carry a day pack with rain cover, a pair of waterproof trekking/hiking shoes, trekking pants, windproof/water resistant jacket, thick fleece, woollen clothing, waterproof gloves, thick wollen socks, walking stick, raincoat/poncho, torch/flashlight with extra batteries and personal toiletries. Don't forget a water bottle along with few dry fruits to munch and energy drinks to avoid dehydration.

Winter - 

Winters in Kedarnath begin in the month of November and last till April. This season is not a good time to go to this place as roads to Kedarnath get blocked due to heavy snowfall. Owing to this, the Kedarnath Temple remains closed during the winter months. Winters are chilly here featuring sub-zero temperatures. Kedarnath remains carpeted with snow at this time making this place inaccessible for a while.

Tour Itinerary - 

Tour Itinerary- Ek Dham Yatra Kedarnath ji  ( 3 Nights - 4 Days)

Day 01 :- Haridwar – Sitapur/Guptkashi ( 202 Km Or 6 to 7 hrs)

Early Morning start your Journey to Guptkashi via Rudraprayag, on the way to sightseeing. On arrival at Guptkashi check-in hotel. Guptkashi is 35 km before Gaurikund, the base trek of Kedarnath Ji. Overnight stay at Sitapur/Guptkashi ..

Day 02:-  Rampur/Sitapur/Guptkashi -Gaurikund - Kedarnath Ji -   O/N Stay In Kedarnath Ji (30 Km / 20 Km trek)

Morning drive to Sonprayag -Gaurikund (03 Kms drive-one way). On arrival Gaurikund starts your journey on the tough trek ahead. On arrival Kedarnath  and freshening up, perform Pooja and also Darshan at Shri Kedarnath Ji take rest & Over Night Stay at Kedarnath Ji Hotel.

Day 03:-  Kedarnath ji -  Sitapur or Guptkashi- ( 20 Km treak & 05-10 Kms Hotel Drive)

Morning After performing pooja & Darshan process to Sitapur/Guptkashi we have this day leisure for relax for those who have trekked Kedarnath Ji yesterday.

Day 04:- Guptkashi - Rudraprayag- Devprayag -Rishikesh- Haridwar

After breakfast drive to Haridwar en-route visit Devprayag, Rishikesh (Ram Jhula & Laxman Jhula, Gita Mandir .After sightseeing proceed to Haridwar then Drop to according to your Schedule.

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