7-Day Adventure Itinerary for Kedarnath in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Kedarnath Helipad

    Visit the sacred temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located at the height of 3,583 meters. The temple opens at 6 a.m. and closes at 8 p.m.

  2. Day 2: Vasuki Tal
    2 hours (12.9 miles) from Kedarnath Temple

    Take a scenic trek to the pristine Vasuki Tal lake, located at the height of 4,150 meters. The lake is surrounded by snow-capped peaks and lush greenery. It's a moderate-level trek that can be done in a day.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary
    45 minutes (9 miles) from Vasuki Tal

    Explore the rich fauna and flora of the Himalayas with a trek through the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary. You'll encounter a variety of animals and birds throughout the trek, including musk deer, snow leopard, and Himalayan black bear.

  4. Day 4: Chorabari Tal
    1 hour 30 minutes (9.9 miles) from Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary

    Embark on a moderately difficult trek to the serene Chorabari Tal lake, also known as Gandhi Sarovar. It's located at an elevation of 3,900 meters and surrounded by towering peaks. The lake has religious significance and is believed to be the place where Mahatma Gandhi's ashes were immersed.

  5. Day 5: Agastyamuni Temple
    2 hours 40 minutes (64 miles) from Chorabari Tal

    Drive to the ancient and revered Agastyamuni Temple in Rudraprayag. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is believed to be the place where Sage Agastya meditated.

  6. Day 6: Kedarnath Glacier
    2 hours 20 minutes (49.6 miles) from Agastyamuni Temple

    Take on a challenging trek to the Kedarnath Glacier, located at an altitude of 4,754 meters. The glacier is the source of the Kedarnath temple's holy water and is surrounded by breathtaking views of the valley below.

  7. Day 7: Adrenaline-Pumping Activities
    45 minutes (8.8 miles) from Kedarnath Glacier

    Get your adrenaline pumping by indulging in activities like rock climbing, rappelling, and ziplining at the Kedar Kantha Adventure Park.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Vasuki Tal trek (8-10 hours, approximately INR 5,000 per person with guide and packed lunch)
  • Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary trek (4-6 hours, approximately INR 3,000 per person with guide and packed lunch)
  • Chorabari Tal trek (6-8 hours, approximately INR 4,000 per person with guide and packed lunch)
  • Agastyamuni Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Kedarnath Glacier trek (10-12 hours, approximately INR 7,000 per person with guide and packed lunch)
  • Kedar Kantha Adventure Park (2-3 hours, approximately INR 2,000 per person)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 21,000 per person

Useful Tips

For those with additional time, a visit to the nearby Tungnath Temple is worth it. Adventure enthusiasts can also indulge in white water rafting at the Alaknanda River. For those with lesser time, skipping the Kedar Kantha Adventure Park is doable.

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