10-Day Kedarnath Itinerary for Nature Lovers

1. Day 1: Arrival in Kedarnath
   From Dehradun to Kedarnath: 227 km (9 hours 30 minutes)

   Explore the base village and acclimatize to the altitude of 3,584 m.

2. Day 2: Kedarnath Temple
   Kedarnath Temple open from 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM

   Visit the famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Nilkanth peak

3. Day 3: Gandhi Sarovar
   Gandhi Sarovar open from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM

   A scenic trek of 6 km (2 hours) from Kedarnath to Gandhi Sarovar. Trek and experience the picturesque Himalayan Range

4. Day 4: Vasuki Tal
   Vasuki Tal Trek (8 km) starts near Kedarnath Temple
   (An additional 13 km (2.5 hours) drive to Sonprayag required.

   A high altitude alpine lake situated at an elevation of around 14,200 ft. Enjoy the scenic view of Chaukhamba peaks.

5. Day 5: Gaurikund
   Gaurikund (An additional 18 km (1 hour) drive from Sonprayag)

   Holy bath in the hot water spring and visit Hindu temple Bhairo Nath Ji. Pick-up altitude acclimatization trek for Kedarnath temple.

6. Day 6: Chandrashila Summit
   Chandrashila trek starts from Chopta (An additional 37 km (2 hours) drive from Gaurikund)

   Beautiful trek featuring magical snow peaks, lush green forests, ancient temples. The altitude of 13,123 ft.

7. Day 7: Deoria Tal
   From Chopta to Sari, a 30 km drive.
   Trek (2.5 km) from Sari to Deoria Tal.

   Explore a crystal clear lake surrounded by towering mountains and dense forest. A great place for bird-watching.

8. Day 8: Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary
   Open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

   Explore the wildlife sanctuary and experience unique flora and fauna, including the Himalayan Black Bear, Snow Leopard, and Musk Deer.

9. Day 9: Sonprayag
   A 27 km drive from Kedarnath

   Take a dip in the coldwater of a confluence of Basuki and Mandakini river. A scenic spot in the Himalayan range.

10. Day 10: Departure from Kedarnath
    A 207 km (8 hours) drive from Kedarnath to Dehradun

    Memories of the serene natural beauty of Kedarnath and departure to Dehradun.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, Free)
• Gandhi Sarovar Trek (6 hours, Free)
• Vasuki Tal (14 hours, INR 3,000 guided tour)
• Gaurikund (2 hours, Free)
• Chandrashila Summit Trek (12 hours, INR 4,000 guided tour)
• Deoria Tal Trek (6 hours, Free)
• Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary (6 hours, INR 2,000 guided tour)
• Sonprayag (2 hours, Free)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 9,000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you may explore nearby places like Badrinath Temple, Tungnath and Madhyamaheshwar temples, and Mana village.

If you have less time, you may exclude Gaurikund and Sonprayag from your itinerary.