About Kedarnath & Badrinath Trek
When it comes to Hindu religion and spirituality Kedarnath is one of the most remembered and visited destinations. Located in Chamoli district of Devbhoomi Uttrakhand the temple stands at an altitude of 3583 Meters. It is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga was built to honour Lord Shiva which is at highest altitude among all 12 and is also first destination of Panch Kedar pilgrimage site. Every year thousands of visitors all round the World come and experience this Wonder placed in the nature’s lap. Because of the high altitude kedarnath temple has a 18Kms trekking trail too from Gaurikund. Because the trek is steep a regular medical check-up is advised as at the top people with breathing problems might find it a little uneasy. For trekking enthusiasts this journey will serve as cheery on top after they have glimpse of the magnificent kedarnath temple.
The next part of this Kedarnath and Badrinath Trip Package includes one of the most holiest temples of Lord Vishnu and one of the temples of the renowned Char Dham known as Badrinath. Located at an height of 3300Meters the temple lies in Chamoli district itself and is situated near Alaknanda river. Legends has this that Lord Vishnu meditated under Badri(Tree) hence it got its name Badrinath. Not only this but context to both Kedarnath and Badrinath can be easily found in many Hindu scriptures and religious books. Unlike kedarnath, Badrinath temple is accessible by road so we will make sure you reach the temple Hassel free.
While the trip goes you can interact with locals which will fill you with knowledge about the both places as to why these two destination find so much important relevance in Hindu mythology and religion. During winters both the temples are closed due to extreme snowfall in the region to make sure everyone can visit the pilgrimage sites safely. The best part of this tour package is that not only the spiritual aspect but you will be able to capture some most beautiful forest ranges, thrilling peak views magnificent dawn and evening nights in your mind and camera roll. We feel very much fortunate to be able to bring in many seekers and adventure enthusiastic like you to this paradise and making sure that you have a comfortable and safe travel and Stay in the nature’s lap.
- Day 1: Haridwar to Sonprayag
- Pickup From Haridwar and drive to Sonprayag
- Distance 233Kms
- Time 7.5Hours Appx.
- Day 2: Sonprayag to Kedarnath
- Drop at Gaurikund via Cab and Trek from there to Kedarnath
- Distance 16kms
- Time 5-6Hours
- Day 3: Kedarnath to Sonprayag
- Return to Sonprayag after Darshan and proceed to the next part of Journey which is The Badrinath.
- Distance 18Kms
- Time 5Hours
- Day 4: Sonprayag to Badrinath
- The next phase of journey starts from Sonprayag to Badrinath and we will be taking you at the temple within same day via cab .
- Distance 225Kms
- Time 7-8Hours
- Day 5: Badrinath to Haridwar
- Once completed the trip comes to an end with a comfortable drive for you from Badrinath to Haridwar
- Distance 316Kms
- Time 9Hours
DAY 1: Haridwar to Sonprayag
We will pick you up from one of the Holiest city of India i.e., Haridwar and will be taking you to Sonprayag in a comfortable drive. This will be a 233kms ride and will be taking roughly about 7-8Hrs. We will stop in-between the journey if needed for refreshments and breaks. This part of the journey will give you ample glimpse of flora and fauna also with change in the temperature and quality of air as you reach Sonprayag which is at an altitude of 1829m. One famous aspect of Sonprayag is that it is believed that this is the place when Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati got Married. Hence this place holds a lot of spiritual value.
DAY 2: Sonprayag to Kedarnath
After a restful night at Sonprayag we begin our second day which is to reach our destination Kedarnath. Be prepared with all enthusiasm as this part of the journey will take you across a 16Kms Trekking experience will definitely refresh your body as well as your soul. We will be moving till Gaurikund via cab and then the trekking experience shall begin. Trekking will start at 4AM in the morning to make sure you complete the journey on time. Also the trek will be taking approximately 6-7Hrs to complete and once completed you will be witnessing one of the most Sacred temples of India none other than kedarnatha itself. During the trek you will be able to view beautiful views of jungle chatti and Bheem Bali two of the most common place of a pause for refreshments. The trek takes you to a high altitude of 3583meters so a Medical check-up will be required as it may get difficult for people with respiratory problems. Also If you do not want to go by walking you can also choose Palki mules or Kandi.
DAY 3: Kedarnath to Sonprayag
After some refreshments and relaxing we will now descend back to Sonprayag to move on to the next part of our journey which is the Badrinath Temple. This time while coming back it won't be that tough like going up rather you will be filled with the exiting glimpse of the kedarnath temple and much more excited for darshan of Badrinath ji. We will be reaching to Gaurikund again so if you want you can rejuvenate a bit here and then via cab we will drop you to Sonprayag at your hotel stay. Please take care as the descend might get too steep sometimes that people get there feet twisted. After reaching back at Sonprayag take rest for the day eat well and be prepared for the next day as it's going to be full of ride and majestic views of nature and Badrinath temple.
DAY 4: Sonprayag to Badrinath
Have a delightful Pahadi breakfast in Sonprayag and hop on into your cab as we take you on 225Kms Drive to Badrinath temple. This journey will take approximately 7-8 hours and will provide you a wonderful glimpse of different villages and towns like Guptkashi Joshimath and Govind ghat. Guptkashi has the renowned vishwanath temple along with Ardhnarishwar temple and is simply beautiful it has veiws of many snow covered peaks all which provide endless peace to soul and magic to eyes. Similarly Joshimath also is at a height of 6150Ft and is a starting point for various mind blowing treks and Himalayans destinations. While moving from these places feel the breeze and himalyan weather and inbetween we will take a stop for lunch and refreshments and then move on to temple. Unlike kedarnatha you won't have to go through stiff climbing here, you will be dropped next to the temple
DAY 5: Badrinath to Haridwar
Once you have darshan and filled your eyes soul and camera Rolls with magnificent and scenic beauty of Badrinath on next day we will be returning back to Haridwar. With this step of the journey we will be summing up and it will take around 9-10hours to reach the destination. Again the route offers views of beautiful forest some water streams and other. We will make sure you have the most comfortable journey all along the route. Also we always appreciate your feedbacks so that we can make our services even more better for you and the experiences memorable.
How to Reach?
There is a various mode to reach Kedarnath & Badrinath Trek:
By Air:
Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, is located about 20 km from the city. You will find a daily flight from Delhi to Dehradun.
By Train:
Overnight train to Dehradun from Delhi
Nanda Devi Express - Departure 11:50 PM Arrival - 05:40 AM
Dehradun Express - Departure - 09:10 PM Arrival - 05:00 AM
By Bus:
From Delhi's ISBT Kashmere Gate, regular bus service from Delhi to Dehradun is available. Note: We recommend taking only government buses from ISBT Kashmere Gate.
Quick Overview:
The vehicle will pick you up from Dehradun Railway Station at 6:00 am, pick charges are included.
You will reach Sankri around 05:00 PM Food from Dehradun to Sankri is not included in the Kedarkanath trek
Inclusions:
1. Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
2. Meals while on trek (Veg.+ Egg)
3. Trek equipments: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required)
4. All necessary permits and entry fees.
5. First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
6. Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide and Support staff.
7. Transport from Dehradun to Sankri and return (According to itinerary)
8. Mules to carry the central luggage
Exclusions:
1. Any kind of personal expenses.
2. Food during the transit.
3. Insurance.
4. Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
5. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head.
6. Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.
Note:
Normally Trip on Himalaya expect to carry your personal luggage on your own, if you wish to offload your backpack, you can give it to Mule.
Charges of offloading backpack:-
INR 1200/- if you make an online payment, 10 days in advance
INR 1500/- if you inform us after reaching Sankri
The backpack cannot weigh more than 11 kgs. Backpack should have waterproof cover. Suitcases/strolleys/ bags will not be allowed.
To book Kedarnath & Badrinath Trek/ adventure program please use our online booking form or, alternatively, you can call us on the given for confirmation of tour you have to wire a deposit and initial deposit.
Paying the Trek/ Adventure activity fee:
The fee can be paid by online transfer/check deposit/ demand draft. Instruction for payment will be forwarded along with your confirmation email. When your transfer is done, please e-mail us a confirmation mail with your transfer details, so that we can follow up your reservation efficiently.
When to Book:
It is wise to make your booking at least two months in advance. However, if you want a good deal on your domestic/international flight, we recommend organising your trip at least five months in advance. (Please contact us if you require a late booking)
Terms for Cancellation & Refund:
Customer is suppose to make a Available payment in advance for the confirm bookings.
If in case a confirmed booking needs to be cancel than below are the refund policies
1. Prior 30 days of the confirmed date, 50% of the total amount would be refunded
2. Prior 25 days of the confirmed date, 40% of the total amount would be refunded
3. Prior 20 days of the confirmed date, 30% of the total amount would be refunded
4. Prior 15 days of the confirmed date, 20% of the total amount would be refunded
5. Prior 10 days of the confirmed date, 10% of the total amount would be refunded
Note: After the said time the Trip on Himalaya would not be entertaining any cancelation and no amount would be refunded whatsoever.
Trekking Gear
1. Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
2. Day Pack Bag - Recommended for treks with summit day
3. Head Torch with spare Batteries. Qty -1
4. U V protection sunglasses. Qty -1
5. Water Bottles: 2 bottles of 1 liter each
Footwear
1. Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle trekking shoes Qty -1
2. Pair of light weight Slipper/Sandals Qty -1
Clothing
1. Quick Dry Warm lower or Track Pants. Qty - 2
2. Available sleeves T-shirts/ Sweatshirts. 1 for every 2 days of trekking
3. Pair of thick woolen socks. 1 pair for every two days of trekking
4. Thermal Body warmer Upper & Lower. Qty-1
5. Undergarments. Qty - 1 for every day of trekking
6. Warm jacket closed at wrist & neck .Qty-1
7. Available sleeves sweater. Qty -1
8. Rain wear ( Jacket & Pants ) . Qty-1
9. Pair of waterproof, warm gloves. Qty-1
10. Woolen cap. Qty-1
11. Sun shielding Hat. Qty -1
Toiletries
1. Personal toiletries kit (Small Towel, Toilet paper, paper soap, Bar soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, cold cream etc.)
2. Sun screen lotion small pack . Qty -1
3. Lip Balm small pack. Qty-1
Utensils
1. Small size, Light weight & Leak proof lunch box. Qty-1
2. Plate. Qty- 1
3. Spoon.Qty-1
4. Tea/Coffee (plastic) Mug.Qty-1
Miscellaneous
1. Camera (Optional)
2. Carry your medicines in plenty in case you have any specific ailment. Consult your doctor before joining the trek.
3. Dry fruits, Nuts, Chocolate bars (Optional)
Fitness For Trekking
Tips to get fit for Trekking
Experiencing trek is almost everyone's passion or dream. But before starting or planning for a hike, you must be aware of the during and post-trek pain of your body. It is essential to be strong enough to enjoy your whole trek without any disruption of body ache. One book or decide several months before going on a hike, so you have a significant amount of time exercising your body and training it to become flexible for the trek.
Following are some advantages of training yourself before trek:
- It fosters aerobic fitness.
- It improves blood circulation and breathing functions as well.
- It makes the heart strong, preventing it from any problem.
- It helps in toning legs.
- Muscles get build-up which is very beneficial.
Therefore, one must do practice to gain all these benefits. It is not only for the trek but for lifetime fitness also.
Let's have a look at some factors which must be kept in mind to practice before trek:
Importance of Stretching
It helps the body become flexible and allows you to move your body in any direction you want quickly. It helps make the joints such as shoulders, elbows, hips and knees stronger to prevent any mishappening. It provides much relaxation to your body and relieves the pain. And if you are going on a trek, it is essential to practice stretching way before your hike. It will help you in moving to the higher altitudes region more efficiently.
Sleep like baby
It is always said that one must sleep like a baby. It means sleep without any worries. This makes you have an adequate amount of sleep which is a significant factor in daily life. So, practice it daily and also before your trek. Try to make yourself comfortable to sleep at higher altitudes.
Good Shoes-Good Trek
It is so evident that one has to walk and only walk while Trekking, so it is far more essential to have a good pair of trekking/hiking shoes. Practice walking by wearing your boots before the trek to make yourself used to them. You may opt for an option to keep an extra pair in your bag while trek to help yourself in the opposite condition.