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Kedarnath 7-Day Itinerary in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    Located in the heart of Kedarnath
    15 minutes (1.5 km) from Kedarnath Helipad

    Visit the famous Kedarnath Temple and offer prayers to Lord Shiva. The temple is open from 6 AM to 3 PM and 5 PM to 9 PM.

  2. Day 2: Vasuki Tal
    Located 6.5 km from Kedarnath
    2 hours by trek

    Begin your trek to Vasuki Tal early in the morning. The panoramic views along the trek are breathtaking. Enjoy a peaceful day surrounded by nature.

  3. Day 3: Gandhi Sarovar
    Located 16.5 km from Kedarnath
    5 hours by trek

    Start your trek to Gandhi Sarovar early in the morning. It is a beautiful trek, passing through the Garhwal Himalayas. The lake is named after Mahatma Gandhi and offers stunning views of the surrounding peaks.

  4. Day 4: Sonprayag
    Located 20 km from Kedarnath
    1 hour by car

    Take a day trip to Sonprayag, a scenic village located at the confluence of two holy rivers – Basuki and Mandakini. Enjoy the picturesque views of the river and relax by the banks.

  5. Day 5: Triyuginarayan Temple
    Located 24 km from Kedarnath
    1 hour 30 minutes by car

    Visit the Triyuginarayan Temple, a famous Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple is surrounded by natural hot springs and offers scenic views of the Garhwal Himalayas.

  6. Day 6: Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary
    Located 36 km from Kedarnath
    2 hours by car

    Explore the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary, home to a variety of flora and fauna. Take a nature walk and spot animals like bharals, snow leopards, and musk deer. The sanctuary is open from 10 AM to 5 PM.

  7. Day 7: Gaurikund
    Located 17 km from Kedarnath
    1 hour by car

    Visit Gaurikund, a popular pilgrimage site located at the confluence of the Mandakini and Ganga rivers. The place is named after Goddess Parvati, who is believed to have meditated here to win Lord Shiva's heart.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, you can explore nearby villages like Guptkashi and Ghansali. You can also take a day trip to Chopta, which offers some of the best views of the Himalayas. Don't forget to try the local cuisine, which includes dishes like Kachmauli and Phanu.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Vasuki Tal trek (7 hours, free)
  • Gandhi Sarovar trek (10 hours, free)
  • Sonprayag day trip (5 hours, INR 2000)
  • Triyuginarayan Temple day trip (6 hours, INR 2500)
  • Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary (4 hours, INR 500)
  • Gaurikund day trip (3 hours, INR 1500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 6500
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