Your Kedarnath Yatra begins the moment we pick you up from Delhi. Over 6 days you'll travel through the holy town of Haridwar, wind along the Mandakini river valley through Guptkashi, reach the last motorable point at Sonprayag, and then trek, ride, or fly to the sacred Kedarnath Temple — one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, nestled at 11,755 ft against the Kedarnath and Bharatkund peaks. Every logistic is handled — you focus only on the darshan.
1
Delhi → Haridwar
Departure · Ganga Aarti Evening
Morning pickup from Delhi (5–6 AM)
Drive via Meerut & Roorkee to Haridwar
Hotel check-in by afternoon
Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri
Dinner and overnight stay at Haridwar
2
Haridwar → Guptkashi
Devprayag · Rudraprayag Sangam
Early breakfast; drive via Devprayag (Sangam)
Photo stop at Rudraprayag — Alaknanda & Mandakini confluence
Continue along the Mandakini valley
Arrive Guptkashi by evening; check-in
Visit Vishwanath Temple, Guptkashi
Dinner and rest for the yatra ahead
3
Guptkashi → Sonprayag → Gaurikund → Kedarnath
Trek / Pony / Helicopter
Early breakfast; drive to Sonprayag & Gaurikund
Begin the 16 km trek, pony ride, or helicopter transfer
Pass Rambara, Linchauli & Bhimbali checkpoints
Arrive Kedarnath by evening; check-in at guesthouse
First view of the temple against snow peaks
Evening aarti at the temple courtyard
4
Kedarnath Temple Darshan
Main Darshan Day · Bhairav Nath Temple
Early morning queue for VIP/general darshan
Main darshan at Kedarnath Jyotirlinga
Visit Bhairav Nath Temple & Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi
Optional short walk to Vasuki Tal (weather permitting)
Pony, palki (doli) or helicopter charges unless specified in the plan
Extra food, tea & snacks beyond inclusions
Travel insurance and personal expenses
Anything not mentioned in inclusions
Cost escalation due to weather, road blocks or landslide
Things to Pack
Heavy woollens & thermal innerwear
Waterproof trekking shoes with good grip
Raincoat / poncho (weather changes fast)
Walking stick or trekking pole
Personal medical kit & regular medication
Original ID proof (mandatory for Yatra registration)
Small backpack, water bottle & dry snacks
Power bank (limited charging points en route)
Sunscreen, lip balm & sunglasses
Torch/headlamp for early morning darshan queue
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Kedarnath Temple is located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand at an altitude of about 3,584 meters (11,755 ft). It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and part of the Char Dham and Chota Char Dham pilgrimage circuits.
Kedarnath is approximately 460 km from Delhi to Sonprayag by road, which takes 12–14 hours. From Gaurikund, pilgrims then trek, take a pony, palki, or helicopter for the remaining 16 km to the temple.
By road: Delhi → Haridwar → Rudraprayag → Guptkashi → Sonprayag → Gaurikund, then a 16 km trek, pony, palki or helicopter ride to Kedarnath. Kafall arranges the full road journey and can also book helicopter tickets on request.
The Kedarnath Temple typically opens in late April or early May (Akshaya Tritiya) and closes around late October or early November (Bhai Dooj) due to heavy snowfall in winter.
The 16 km trek from Gaurikund to Kedarnath is moderately challenging due to altitude and steep sections. Pony, palki, and helicopter options are available for those who cannot trek, including senior citizens.
Yes, helicopter services operate from Sersi, Phata and Guptkashi to Kedarnath. Kafall's premium package includes helicopter booking assistance, though seats are limited and subject to weather and availability.
Yes, with the pony, palki (doli) or helicopter options, elderly and less mobile pilgrims can comfortably complete the yatra. We recommend the Standard or Premium plan for senior citizens.
Warm woollens, a good pair of trekking shoes, rain gear, a walking stick, personal medication, and identity proof. Weather can change quickly even in summer months.
Yes, many pilgrims combine Kedarnath with Badrinath as part of the Char Dham Yatra. Kafall offers combined Kedarnath-Badrinath packages on request.
Private cab from Delhi, verified hotel stays en route, breakfast and dinner, and a dedicated support team throughout. Helicopter tickets and pony/palki charges are optional add-ons depending on the plan selected.
Getting There
Delhi to Kedarnath Route
A sacred 460 km drive to Sonprayag, followed by a 16 km trek, pony or helicopter ride to the temple.
1Delhi
2Haridwar
3Rudraprayag
4Guptkashi
5Gaurikund
6Kedarnath
460 kmDelhi to Sonprayag
12–14 hrsDrive Time
16 kmGaurikund Trek
OptionalHelicopter Available
Real Experiences
What Pilgrims Say
1000+ yatris guided — here's what stays with them the most.
★★★★★
"Standing before the Jyotirlinga with snow peaks all around — words fail. Kafall's team managed every permit and the trek support perfectly."
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Suresh Pandey
Delhi · Solo Yatri
★★★★★
"Took my parents on the pony route — Kafall arranged everything so smoothly, from ponies to priority darshan. A truly divine family trip."
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Anjali & family
Gurgaon · Family Yatra
★★★★☆
"The helicopter package saved so much time for my elderly mother. Landing right near the temple with those views was unforgettable."
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Rakesh Chaturvedi
Lucknow · Senior Pilgrim
★★★★★
"Our group of 15 had zero hassle — hotels, meals, permits, everything sorted. The Rudraprayag Sangam stop was a beautiful surprise too."
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Vinod Tripathi
Kanpur · Group Yatra
★★★★★
"As a solo woman traveller, safety was my biggest worry. Kafall's local coordinators checked in on me throughout the trek. Deeply grateful."
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Poonam Rana
Noida · Solo Female
★★★★★
"Combined Kedarnath with Badrinath through Kafall — the whole Char Dham feel in one seamless trip. Highly recommend their planning."
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Manoj Semwal
Meerut · Char Dham Combo
★★★★★
"The palki option meant my grandmother, 78, could complete the yatra with dignity and comfort. This trip meant everything to our family."
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Kiran Devi's family
Haridwar · Multi-Generation Trip
★★★★★
"Evening aarti at the temple courtyard with the Himalayas glowing pink — a moment I will carry with me forever. Kafall made it effortless."
D
Deepak Joshi
Dehradun · Solo Trek
Ready for Your Kedarnath Yatra?
Speak with our Char Dham specialists. We'll plan every permit, stay, and transfer — so your journey is only about faith and darshan.
