Five-Day Itinerary for Kedarnath

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    5 minutes (500m) from GMVN Tourist Rest House

    Visit the revered Kedarnath Temple, a lord Shiva temple situated in the beautiful and peaceful surroundings of the Himalayas. Witness the serenity and grandeur of the temple and offer your prayers.

  2. Day 2: Vasuki Tal Lake
    8 hours (8.2km) trek from Kedarnath Temple

    Embark on an adventurous hike to the Vasuki Tal Lake, situated at an altitude of 4,135m. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Himalayas and the picturesque surroundings of the lake. Trekking is only possible between May to October.

  3. Day 3: Bhairavnath Temple
    20 minutes (1.7km) from Kedarnath Temple

    Visit the Bhairavnath Temple, situated on the trek route to Kedarnath temple. Dedicated to Lord Bhairav, the temple offers magnificent views of the Himalayas and the valley.

  4. Day 4: Gaurikund
    2 hours (17.1 km) from Kedarnath Temple

    Visit Gaurikund, a Hindu pilgrimage site and the starting point for the trek to Kedarnath. Take a dip in the hot water spring of Gaurikund and enjoy the serene beauty of the natural surroundings.

  5. Day 5: Gandhi Sarovar
    14 hours (27km) trek from Kedarnath Temple

    Embark on a challenging trek to visit the Gandhi Sarovar, a beautiful high-altitude lake located at an altitude of 4,800m, named after Mahatma Gandhi. The trek takes you through the tranquil beauty of the Himalayas. Trekking is only possible between May to October.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Vasuki Tal Lake (8-10 hours, INR 3000/person)
  • Bhairavnath Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Gaurikund (2-3 hours, free)
  • Gandhi Sarovar (14-16 hours, INR 5000/person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 8000/person

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, you can consider visiting Triyuginarayan Temple or Sonprayag. For a more relaxed itinerary, skip the Vasuki Tal Lake trek and just enjoy the surroundings of Kedarnath and other temples.

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