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3-Day Itinerary for Kedarnath Temple

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    5 minutes (0.5 km) from Kedarnath Helipad

    Start your day early by visiting the Kedarnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Located at an altitude of 3584 meters, this ancient temple is believed to be built by the Pandavas. Spend your morning exploring the temple and its surroundings. You can also trek to Vasuki Tal, a beautiful lake located 6 km from the temple. In the afternoon, visit the Shankaracharya Samadhi, the final resting place of Adi Shankaracharya. You can also take a dip in the hot water springs of Gaurikund. In the evening, attend the aarti at the Kedarnath Temple.

  2. Day 2: Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary
    30 minutes (19.7 km) from Kedarnath Temple

    Head to the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary, a paradise for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. The sanctuary is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, including musk deer, snow leopard, and Himalayan black bear. You can go for a trek to Sonprayag or Triyuginarayan. In the afternoon, visit the Gandhi Sarovar and Kedarnath Peak, located near the sanctuary. In the evening, relax and unwind at your hotel.

  3. Day 3: Guptkashi
    1 hour 15 minutes (40.4 km) from Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary

    Visit Guptkashi, a picturesque town located on the banks of the Mandakini river. The town is famous for its ancient Vishwanath Temple and Ardhnareshwar Temple. You can also visit the Manikarnika Kund, a natural thermal spring with medicinal properties. In the afternoon, head to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, located near the town. In the evening, attend the aarti at the temple.

Recommendations

If you have time, you can also visit the nearby town of Rudraprayag, located 2 hours from Guptkashi. The town is famous for its confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers. You can also go for a trek to the Deoria Tal, a beautiful lake located near Rudraprayag.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (3-4 hours, free)
  • Vasuki Tal trek (6-7 hours, INR 500-1000 for guide)
  • Shankaracharya Samadhi (1-2 hours, free)
  • Gaurikund Hot Water Springs (1-2 hours, INR 50 for entry)
  • Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary (6-7 hours, INR 100 for entry)
  • Sonprayag trek (4-5 hours, INR 500-1000 for guide)
  • Gandhi Sarovar (1-2 hours, free)
  • Guptkashi Vishwanath Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Guptkashi Ardhnareshwar Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Manikarnika Kund (1-2 hours, free)
  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding accommodation and transportation): INR 650-2000
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