Description
Kedarnath is one of the most revered Hindu pilgrimage sites in India, located in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand at an altitude of about 3,583 meters (11,755 feet) above sea level. It is home to the famous Kedarnath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva and considered one of the twelve sacred Jyotirlingas — divine manifestations of Shiva worshipped across India.The temple holds immense spiritual and mythological significance. According to legend, the Pandava brothers from the epic Mahabharata sought Shiva’s forgiveness here after the great war, and Shiva appeared in the form of a bull — with his hump remaining at the site, where the temple now stands. Kedarnath is also part of the Char Dham and Panch Kedar pilgrimage circuits, attracting millions of devotees every year who undertake a challenging trek from Gaurikund through breathtaking Himalayan terrain.
| KEDARNATH DHAM | Opening dates |
| Kedarnath | 22-Apr-2026 |
Kedarnath tour package Itinerary
- Arrive in Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dehradun Airport and begin a scenic drive toward Phata.
- Along the route, witness the sacred confluence at Devprayag and visit the revered Dhari Devi Temple, the guardian deity of the Char Dham.
- Enjoy the breathtaking Himalayan views of rivers and valleys before reaching Phata for hotel check-in, dinner, and an overnight stay.
- Early in the morning(4'o clock) you will drive till Sonprayag (vehicles allow till this point) from here you need to take local jeep/sumo/ Max to reach Gaurikund (5 Kms, on direct payment basis, approx 50-80rs per pax).
- Upon arrival in Gaurikund, you will start your Trek towards Kedarnath Temple it will take 09-10 hours by foot trek [you have option either Helicopter or hire Pony or Doli at your own cost], which is long and beautiful man made trail.
- After reaching, performing Pooja and Darshan of Shri Kedarnath Temple.
- Later check in at Bhawan/Dormitory(GMVN)/Tent. Overnight stay at Kedarnath (without food) Near kedarnath Temple around 100-500 mtrs Radius
- Early morning, check-out from the Bhawan/Dormitory(GMVN)/Tent.
- Later trek down to Gaurikund.
- On arrival in Gaurikund from here you need to take a local jeep/ Max to reach Sonprayag (5 Kms, on direct payment basis, approx. 50-80rs per pax).
- Later drive to Sitapur/ Phata/Guptkashi On arrival check-in at the hotel.
- An overnight stay.
- After breakfast, travelers depart from Fata and drive back to Haridwar.
- The tour concludes with divine memories and a sense of spiritual fulfillment from the Kedarnath Yatra.
Things to carry:-
- Woolen Cap, Muffler, Gloves, Sweater, Jackets Cap /Hat
- Think Woolen Socks, Comfortable Trekking shoes
- Raincoat, Small Towel, Trekking Stick
- Water Bottle, Power Bank , Sunscreen
Tour Inclusions :-
- Personal Taxi Haridwar To Haridwar (Assistance On Arrival)
- 2 Night Stay At Sitapur/phata
- 1 Night Stay At Kedarnath Near Temple (Under 500 Mtrs.)
- Meal As Per Plan Breakfast & Dinner (At Hotels Only)
- All-Inter-State Taxes, Toll, Driver Allowance And Parking Etc.
- Sightseeing :Devparyag, Maa Dhari Devi Temple.
Tour Exclusions:-
- If you go to any other sightseeing or destination (apart mentioned in inclusions) then its cost will be seperate.
- Heater charges if available & Any Adventure Activities.
- Meal At Kedarnath Night & Double Bed Room (During Kedarnath Stay)
- Monument & museumentry fee, guide fee,camera fee
- Train/Flight And Helicopter/Chopper Ticktes fare
- Horse/pony charges,Palki/Doli, etc.
- Extra personal costs e.g. laundry, telephone, tips, extra food, Lunch, Drinks, Cigarettes, Mineral water, Kedarnath Stay Food etc.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices included”
- No bill will be reimbursed against any missed service or facility.
- Medical insurance, medical costs or expenses of any other nature not mentioned in the inclusions above
Terms & Conditions :-
1. Room Sharing :- 2 / 3 / 4 / 6 Bed (depends upon total person & Availability of hotels)
2. Kedarnath room sharing :- 3 / 4/6/8/12/16 (depends upon total person & Availability of hotels)
3. Transportation :- Tempo Travler/sumo/bolero/eco/mini bus in group tours.
4. Transportation :- Dzire/ Etios/ Innova/ Xuv 500 in separate package.
5. Booking Advance amount :-25% Must Mandatory To Deposit
Remaining amount you have to pay at Haridwar one day Before the starting of the tour.
6. Booking amount is completely not refundable.
7. The AC of the car will not work if it is climbing the hill Area.
8. All hotel rooms are non AC.
9. If your travel time exceeds more then fixed days, then full day charges applicable Of car and hotels respectively .
10. Helipad dropping charges extra In group tours.
11. If you are not able to reach your destination due to landslide/Over Crowded/Govt Restriction, in that case there will be no refund for any of your booked hotels. And extra charges will be applicable wherever you stay.
12. Vehicles will not be driven Before 4 AM & After 8 PM.
13. If your helicopter doesn't fly You have to arrange your stay by self.
14. Your food arrangements are done at your hotel Please reach at time.
15. Room service is not available at any hotel.
16. If you want to visit any place out of the way extra charge will be applicable.
17. Please respect local folks and culture.
18. Don't throw plastics/bottles and other things anywhere.
FAQs
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Kedarnath is an ancient Shiva temple located in the Himalayas at about 3,583 meters altitude ⛰️
Pilgrims travel here to:
✨ Seek blessings of Lord Shiva
✨ Perform darshan and puja
✨ Experience spiritual peace and natural beauty.
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The minimum time required to reach Kedarnath is 3 to 4 days.
- Day 1: Reach Fata/sitapur(night stay)
- Day 2: Trek to Kedarnath + rest + evening darshan
- Day 3: Morning darshan → Trek down
- Day 4: Buffer / sightseeing / return
The Kedarnath trek is around 18 km long from Gaurikund. You will drive till Sonprayag (vehicles allow till this point) from here you need to take local jeep/sumo/ Max to reach Gaurikund (5 Kms, on direct payment basis, approx 50-80rs per pax).
There are many beautiful and spiritual places to visit near Kedarnath Temple 🙂⛰️
Here are the main ones you should not miss 👇
🪨 1. Bhairavnath Temple
❄️ 2. Vasuki Tal
🌊 3. Chorabari Tal (Gandhi Sarovar)
🛕 4. Triyuginarayan Temple
🌄 5. Guptkashi
🌸 6. Gaurikund
The best time to visit Kedarnath Temple is mainly during the summer and early autumn months 🙂⛰️
- 🌸 Best Months: May to June: Pleasant weather (5°C to 18°C approx)❄️Snow views still visible. Temple just opened → spiritual vibe + fresh environment⚠️ But this is peak crowd season (Char Dham Yatra rush)
- 🌿Less Crowd: September to Mid-October: Less rainfall & fewer pilgrims. Peaceful darshan experience. Nights become cold(can go near 0°C).
- 🌧️ Avoid if Possible: July–August (Monsoon): ❌ Landslides risk ❌ Trek becomes slippery ❌ Travel delays common.
- ❄️ Winter (November to April): Kedarnath Temple remains closed due to heavy snowfall. Idol is worshipped at Omkareshwar Temple during winter.
- Temple opens around April/May (Akshaya Tritiya time)
- Closes around October/November (Diwali / Bhai Dooj period)
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