Kedarnath Adventure Itinerary - October 2023

  1. Day 1: Reach Kedarnath
    From Delhi (360 miles) - 4 hours flight to Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun and then 130 miles by car to Kedarnath

    Start your adventure by traveling from Delhi to Kedarnath, one of the four sacred shrines in Uttarakhand offering panoramic views and challenging treks.

  2. Day 2: Kedarnath Temple
    5 minutes walk from Kedarnath Helipad

    Visit the famous Kedarnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, located at an altitude of 3,583 meters above sea level.

  3. Day 3: Vasuki Tal Trek
    24 km from Kedarnath - 5-6 hour trek

    Start an early morning trek to the high-altitude Vasuki Tal Lake, a beautiful 4,135-meter lake surrounded by the Himalayas and a challenging yet rewarding trek.

  4. Day 4: Triyuginarayan Temple
    13 km from Kedarnath - 1 hour drive

    Visit the ancient Triyuginarayan Temple, the place where Lord Shiva and Parvati got married, situated amid the lush green Himalayas.

  5. Day 5: Gaurikund
    27 km from Kedarnath - 1 hour drive

    Take a road journey to the scenic Gaurikund, the starting point of the Kedarnath trek, known for its natural hot water springs.

  6. Day 6: Sonprayag
    19 km from Kedarnath - 30 minutes drive

    Visit the pictorial village of Sonprayag, located at the convergence of Basuki and Mandakini rivers, offering splendid views of the mountains and valleys.

  7. Day 7: Chandrashila Trek
    69 km from Kedarnath - 2-3 hour drive

    Embark on an adventurous trek to the Chandrashila peak situated at an elevation of 13,123 feet, offering 360-degree views of the Himalayan range.

  8. Day 8: Kalimath
    98 km from Kedarnath - 2-3 hour drive

    Explore the serene Kalimath, a beautiful temple dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kali situated amid the picturesque Himalayan range.

  9. Day 9: Last day in Kedarnath
    Departure from Kedarnath

    It's time to say goodbye to this mesmerizing adventure destination and head back home with unforgettable memories.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Vasuki Tal Trek (5-6 hours, free)
  • Triyuginarayan Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Gaurikund (1 hour, free)
  • Sonprayag (30 minutes, free)
  • Chandrashila Trek (1 day, free)
  • Kalimath (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Free (does not include transportation and accommodation costs)

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary or the mesmerizing Kedarnath Glacier. If you have less time, you can skip Gaurikund and Sonprayag and directly reach the temple. Make sure to carry warm clothes, comfortable shoes, and a water bottle for the treks.

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