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3-Day Itinerary for Kedarnath in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    Start from Kedarnath Base Camp (16.4 miles) to Kedarnath Temple

    In the morning, visit the famous Kedarnath Temple which is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The temple is located on the Garhwal Himalayan Range and is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Afternoon can be spent trekking to Vasuki Tal, which is a beautiful high altitude lake surrounded by mountains and provides a breathtaking view of the Himalayan Range. Evening can be spent relaxing at the hotel and experiencing the local cuisine.

  2. Day 2: Gandhi Sarovar and Chorabari Tal
    Start from Kedarnath Temple (3.1 miles) to Gandhi Sarovar and Chorabari Tal

    In the morning, visit Gandhi Sarovar which is a high altitude lake located at an altitude of 4,000 meters. The lake is named after Mahatma Gandhi and is surrounded by beautiful mountains. Afternoon can be spent trekking to Chorabari Tal, which is another high altitude lake located at an altitude of 3,900 meters. The lake is also known as Deoria Tal and provides a beautiful reflection of the Chaukhamba peaks. Evening can be spent at the hotel enjoying the local cuisine and culture.

  3. Day 3: Sonprayag
    Start from Chorabari Tal (7.3 miles) to Sonprayag

    In the morning, depart from Chorabari Tal to Sonprayag which is a beautiful village located at the confluence of the Mandakini and Basuki rivers. The village is surrounded by beautiful Himalayan mountains and is a popular spot for photography. Afternoon can be spent trekking to Kedar Dome Peak which is a beautiful peak located at an altitude of 6,831 meters. The peak provides a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains. Evening can be spent at the hotel enjoying the local cuisine and culture.

Recommendations

You can also visit the Shankaracharya Samadhi, which is a famous temple located in Kedarnath. You can also take a side trip to Badrinath which is another popular destination in Uttarakhand. To maximize your fun, you can try the local cuisine and interact with the locals to know more about the culture and traditions of the region.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Vasuki Tal trek (5 hours, $30)
  • Gandhi Sarovar (3 hours, free)
  • Chorabari Tal trek (4 hours, $25)
  • Sonprayag (3 hours, free)
  • Kedar Dome Peak trek (6 hours, $50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $105
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