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Four-Day Nature Itinerary in Kedarnath, September 2023

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    5 minutes (0.2 miles) from Kedarnath Helipad

    Start your trip by visiting the famous Kedarnath Temple, which is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The temple is situated at a height of 3583 meters above sea level and has a scenic view of the Himalayas. In the morning, you can attend the prayer ceremony and witness the beautiful aarti. After that, you can explore the temple and its surroundings. In the afternoon, you can trek to Vasuki Tal, a pristine lake situated at a height of 4135 meters. In the evening, you can relax and enjoy the serene beauty of the temple and its surroundings.

  2. Day 2: Gaurikund
    13 minutes (3.5 miles) from Kedarnath Temple

    Start your morning by visiting Gaurikund, a scenic town situated at a height of 1982 meters above sea level. The town is named after Goddess Parvati, and it is believed that she meditated here to win Lord Shiva's heart. In the morning, you can enjoy a dip in the hot-water spring and visit the Gauri Devi Temple. After that, you can head towards Sonprayag and enjoy the scenic beauty of the hills. In the afternoon, you can visit the Triyuginarayan Temple, the holy place where Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati got married. In the evening, you can relax and enjoy the sunset at Gaurikund.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 30 minutes (33.1 miles) from Gaurikund

    Start your morning by visiting the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to a variety of flora and fauna. The sanctuary is situated at a height of 1160 meters to 7075 meters above sea level. In the morning, you can trek to the Kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary and see the rare musk deer. After that, you can head towards the Chopta Valley, which has beautiful meadows and is surrounded by snow-capped peaks. In the afternoon, you can visit the Tungnath Temple, which is the highest Shiva temple in the world. In the evening, you can relax and enjoy the scenic beauty of the sanctuary.

  4. Day 4: Deoria Tal
    2 hours 5 minutes (52.6 miles) from Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary

    On the last day of your trip, visit Deoria Tal, a beautiful lake situated at a height of 2438 meters above sea level. In the morning, you can trek to the lake and enjoy the scenic beauty of the mountains. The lake has crystal clear water, and you can see the reflection of the surrounding peaks in it. After that, you can head towards Ukhimath and visit the Omkareshwar Temple. In the afternoon, you can visit the Kalimath Temple, which is one of the Shaktipeeths of Goddess Kali. In the evening, you can relax and enjoy the scenic beauty of Deoria Tal.

Recommendations

If you have time, you can visit the Chandrashila Peak, which is famous for its panoramic view of the Himalayas. You can also go on a trek to the Kedartal Lake, which is situated at a height of 4912 meters above sea level. For day trips, you can visit the Auli Ski Resort, which is famous for its skiing activities. To maximize your fun, you can try the local cuisine, which includes rajma chawal, aloo ke gutke, and madwe ki roti.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Vasuki Tal Trek (6 hours, free)
  • Gaurikund (2 hours, free)
  • Sonprayag (1 hour, free)
  • Triyuginarayan Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary (8 hours, free)
  • Tungnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Deoria Tal trek (4 hours, free)
  • Omkareshwar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Kalimath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 0
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