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5-Day Nature Itinerary for Kedarnath in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    Located in Kedarnath
    Opening Time: 6:30 AM; Closing Time: 3:00 PM
    Distance from Jolly Grant Airport: 238 km (7 hours 30 minutes)

    In the morning, visit the famous Kedarnath Temple, an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Explore the temple premises, and learn about the history and architecture of the temple. In the afternoon, take a scenic walk along the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy the beautiful views of the snow-capped Himalayas. In the evening, attend the evening Aarti ceremony at the temple and experience the spiritual energy of the place.

  2. Day 2: Vasuki Tal Lake
    Located in Kedarnath
    Opening Time: 6:00 AM; Closing Time: 6:00 PM
    Distance from Kedarnath Temple: 8.1 km (3 hours)

    In the morning, go on a scenic trek to the Vasuki Tal Lake, a high-altitude lake surrounded by beautiful mountains and glaciers. Spend some time admiring the serene beauty of the lake and the surrounding landscape. In the afternoon, explore the Kedarnath town and visit the Bhairon Temple. In the evening, enjoy a beautiful sunset view from the Gandhi Sarovar.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary
    Located in Kedarnath
    Opening Time: 9:00 AM; Closing Time: 5:00 PM
    Distance from Vasuki Tal Lake: 1.5 km (30 minutes)

    In the morning, visit the Kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary, a protected area known for its diverse flora and fauna, including musk deer, Himalayan tahr, snow leopard, and monal pheasant. Take a nature walk and experience the beauty of the sanctuary. In the afternoon, visit the Shankaracharya Samadhi, a sacred shrine that pays homage to Adi Shankaracharya. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.

  4. Day 4: Chorabari Tal
    Located in Kedarnath
    Opening Time: 6:00 AM; Closing Time: 6:00 PM
    Distance from Kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary: 6.8 km (3 hours)

    In the morning, go on a scenic trek to the Chorabari Tal, a glacial lake located at an altitude of 3,900 meters. Enjoy the beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers. In the afternoon, visit the Triyuginarayan Temple, a popular pilgrimage site. In the evening, attend the evening Aarti ceremony at the temple and experience the spiritual energy of the place.

  5. Day 5: Sonprayag
    Located in Sonprayag
    Distance from Chorabari Tal: 10.9 km (5 hours)

    In the morning, visit the Sonprayag, a scenic town located at the confluence of Mandakini and Songanga rivers. Take a dip in the holy waters and explore the town. In the afternoon, visit the Guptkashi Temple, a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the evening, enjoy a beautiful sunset view from the Kedarnath Helipad.

Recommendations:

If you want to maximize your fun, you can go on a helicopter ride to Kedarnath from Phata or Sersi. You can also go on a trek to the Tungnath Temple, the highest Shiva temple in the world. If you have time, you can also visit the Badrinath Temple, a popular Hindu pilgrimage site located near Kedarnath.

Book your hotels and flights to Kedarnath at https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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