Kedarnath Shrine Trek
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Kedarnath Shrine Trek

Alt: 3,583 m Distance: 16 km Garhwal Himalayas Grade: moderate

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Expedition Telemetry

Hypsometric Telemetry

Altitude Gradient & Waypoint Profile

Total Dist: 16 km
Peak: 3,583 m (11,755 ft)
Active Waypoint Gaurikund
Elevation 1,980 m (6,496 ft)
Trail Progress 0 km (0%)
Effective O2 Level 79% of Sea Level
2230m 2757m 3483m 1980m Gaurikund 2400m Jungle Chatti 2800m Bheembali 3250m Linchauli 3583m Kedarnath Temple
Live Barometric Telemetry

Himalayan Weather & Micro-Climate Index

Current Temp 1,950 m
14°C

Feels like 11°C (Clear Alpine Sky)

-4°C Night Ridge
Wind Velocity Ridge Gusts
12 km/h

North-Westerly Breeze

Safe Traverse Window
Effective Oxygen O₂ Ratio
82% vs Sea Level

Mild acclimatization required

Hydration Buffer: 3.5L/day
UV Radiation Glare Index
8.4 Very High

Cat 3/4 Polarized Lenses Required

SPF 50+ Zinc Mandatory

5-Day High-Altitude Outlook

Today 14° / 2° Bluebird
Tomorrow 12° / -1° Partly Sun
Day 3 6° / -6° Light Snow
Day 4 4° / -8° Powder
Day 5 10° / -3° Clear Ridge

Safety Protocol 4B Active

High altitude moraine crossing requires twice-daily pulse oximeter monitoring. Effective O2 saturation drops significantly above 14,000 ft.

Himalayan Medical Protocol

High-Altitude Physiology & Acclimatization Lab

Interactive barometric telemetry and Lake Louise AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) clinical screener.

Target: Kedarnath Shrine Trek
3,583m (11,755 ft)
1,500m (Valley) 1,950m (Mautar HQ) 3,800m (Kedarkantha) 4,940m (Bali Pass) 5,319m (Pin Parvati)
Effective Oxygen
63.8%

Relative to Sea Level

Air Pressure
646 hPa

Standard 1013 hPa

Daily Hydration
4.2 L

Minimum Required

Boiling Point
87.5°C

Affects Digestion & Heat

Lake Louise AMS Clinical Screener (2018 Consensus)

Self-evaluate altitude symptom severity before or during high moraine crossings.

AMS Clinical Score: 0 / 12 (Safe)
Clinical Triage: Optimal Physiology

Zero significant acute mountain symptoms recorded. Maintain hydration pace of 4+ liters/day and proceed with standard ascent schedule.

Uttarkashi Emergency Rescue Chain SDRF Uttarakhand · Matli Helipad IAF Evacuation · ITBP 12th Bn Liaison
Inspect Dispatch Channels

Expedition Overview

The holy trek to Kedarnath takes pilgrims and adventurers along the roaring Mandakini river, across cascading waterfalls, and culminates at the 1,000-year-old stone temple standing at 11,755 ft.

Best Seasons // MayJunSepOct

Fixed Departures

Dates Availability Price / Person Action
10 May 2027 - 12 May 2027
Only 5 seats left ₹6,500
5 Jun 2027 - 7 Jun 2027
Available (12 seats) ₹6,500
15 Sept 2027 - 17 Sept 2027
Available (8 seats) ₹6,500

Daily Itinerary Log

Day 1

Haridwar to Guptkashi

1,319 m · 210 km trek

Drive from Haridwar to Guptkashi. Enjoy beautiful views along the Mandakini river.

Day 2

Guptkashi to Kedarnath via Gaurikund

3,583 m · 16 km trek

Drive to Gaurikund and start the 16km trek to Kedarnath. Evening darshan and aarti at the sacred shrine.

Day 3

Kedarnath to Gaurikund & return drive to Haridwar

1,319 m · 16 km trek

Trek down to Gaurikund and drive back to Haridwar/Rishikesh.

Included

  • Accommodation in alpine guesthouses/tents near Kedarnath temple
  • Nutritious vegetarian meals during the trek
  • Certified local mountain guide and trek leaders
  • First aid and emergency medical kit

Excluded

  • Helicopter tickets from Phata/Guptkashi
  • Personal mule or palanquin charges
  • Personal expenses & porter offloading

Logistics & FAQs

Basecamp Routing: Gaurikund, Uttarakhand

Nearest Airport

Dehradun Jolly Grant (238 km)

Nearest Railway

Rishikesh Railway Station (215 km)

Shared taxis and buses operate daily from Rishikesh to Sonprayag. Local government shuttles connect Sonprayag to Gaurikund.

Is the Kedarnath trek difficult?
It is a moderate trek with a paved stone path, though certain sections between Bheembali and Linchauli are steep.
Can we hire mules or palanquins?
Yes, registered mules, palanquins, and helicopter shuttle services are available from Gaurikund.
What is the best time to visit?
May to June for clear spring weather and September to October for crisp post-monsoon mountain skies.
Backpack Load Optimizer

Interactive Gear & Weight Checklist

Total Pack Weight
6.4 KG / 10 KG Max

Clothing & Thermal Layers ~ 3.2 kg

Footwear & Snow Gear ~ 2.1 kg

Medical & Hydration ~ 1.1 kg

Holy Himalayas Pro Tip: Keep your total offloaded rucksack under 9kg for maximum agility on high-pass climbs.
Starts From ₹6,500
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Tier: ₹6,500 per climber / All permits included

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