Panch Kedar Trek

About Panch Kedar Trek

Panch Kedar Yatra or Panch Kedar Trek is one of the most sacred pilgrimages Yatras in India. It is a part of the holy Panch Kedar circuit. The names of the Panch Kedar Temples are Kedarnath Ji, Tungnath, Rudranath, Madhmaheshwar, & Kalpeshwar Temple.

It is said that Lord Shiva’s bull incarceration is worshiped in these temples. His body fell into different places when he was hiding from Pandavas when they were searching for him to atone for their sins of killing their own relatives in the war of Mahabharata. In Madhmaheshwar temple the stomach of Lord Shiva is worshipped. In Kedarnath the hump of the bull form of Lord Shiva fell. In Rudranath the face of Lord Shiva is worshipped, In Tungnath his arms fell and in Kapleshwar the matted hair of Lord Shiva is worshipped. Every year thousands of pilgrims undertake Panch Kedar Yatra to get the divine blessings of Lord Shiva.

KEDARNATH

Set in a spectacular background of snow-clad peaks and forests, Kedarnath temple is situated in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand and occupies a prominent position among the Panch Kedar temples. The temple houses a conical shaped Shiva lingam which is considered to be the hump of Shiva. It is located at a height of 3,584 m. The trek till Kedarnath temple begins from Gaurikund and is an around 19-km uphill trek. It trek can be finished in 6-7 hours.

TUNGNATH

One of the highest Shiva temples in the world, Tungnath lies at a height of 3,680 m in the Rudraprayag district. Lord Shiva’s arms are said to have appear here. To reach here, pilgrims need to do a moderate trek of about 4 km from Chopta. While on the way, you will be able to see peaks such as Nanda Devi, Chowkhamba and Neelkanth.

RUDRANATH

A natural rock temple, situated at 2,286 m amid alpine meadows and thick forests of rhododendrons, here Lord Shiva is worshipped as ‘Neelkanth Mahadev’. It is believed that here his face came up the ground. Sacred kunds (pools) such as Surya Kund, Chandra Kund, Tara Kund and Mana Kund exist around the temple. There are many trek routes till this temple, most of which start from Gopeshwar village. A 5-km travel via road till Sagar village followed by an approximately 20-km trek brings you to this temple. A 3-km road travel till Gangolgaon followed by 17-km uphill trek is another route. Yet another route from Gopeshwar is a 13-km route till Mandal, followed by 6-km trek till Anasuya Devi temple and another 20-km to reach the Rudranath temple. There are other routes from Joshimath (45 km) and Kalpeshwar as well.

MADHMAHESHWAR

Situated at the height of about 3,289 m, it is said that in Madhmaheshwar or Madhyamaheswar the middle or navel part of Shiva emerged. Lying in a beautiful green valley in the Mansoona village of Garhwal Himalayas, the temple is encircled by spectacular snow-covered peaks of Kedarnath, Chaukhamba and Neelkantha. The trek till Madhyamaheswar begins from Uniana, about 18 km away from Ukhimath. There is provision for accommodation after trekking for 3 km at Ransi village, and at Gaundhar village after another 6 km. It is a total of a 19-km long trek.

KALPESHWAR

The last and fifth temple in the list of Panch Kedar pilgrimage circuit, Kalpeshwar is the only temple among the sacred Panch Kedar temples that remains open throughout the year. The matted hairs of Lord Shiva are worshipped inside this temple. The Panch Kedar trail ends at Kalpeshwar (Kalpnath). Motorable roads connect Sagar village to Helang (about 58 km away) from where jeeps can be availed till Urgam. A couple of kilometre long trekking path from Urgam leads to the temple.

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Haridwar – Joshimath (Drive: 275 Km / 08-09 Hr)

Morning meet with our guide at Haridwar and start drive to Joshimath.
Drive through four Prayags of Uttarakhand – Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karanprayag, Nandprayag.
On reaching Joshimath, check in to the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 2: Joshimath – Urgam – Kalpeshwar – Sagar (Drive: 03-04 Hr)

After breakfast drive for aprox 01 hours to reach Urgam.
From this point starts the trek up to Kalpeshwar Temple – where the locks of Shiva worshiped.
After Darshan trek back to Urgam and drive to Sagar Village.
Reach Sagar Village by the evening.
Dinner and overnight stay in guest house/lodge.

Day 3: Sagar – Pun Bugyal – Panar Bugyal (Trek: 05 Hr)

After an early breakfast start the trek up to Panar Bugyal via Pun Bugyal.
The uphill trail goes through the damp forest & meadows.
Moving upward see the change in Atmosphere & Vegetation.
Evening reach Panar Bugyal and have some rest.
Dinner and overnight stay in tent/home stay.

Day 4: Panar Bugyal – Rudranath (Trek: 04-05 Hr)

After breakfast start trekking up to Rudranath – The Toughest Kedar.
Rudranath temple is the toughest one to reach in comparison with other temples of Panch Kedar.
The trail offers awe-inspiring views of the Himalayas and passes though the wild grassy meadows & thick woodlands.
Reach Rudranath by evening and enjoy the Sandhya Aarti.
From Rudranath one can see a splendid view of Hathi Parvat, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti, Trishul peaks.
Dinner and overnight stay in tent/home stay.

Day 5: Rudranath – Sagar – Chopta (Trek: 06/07 Hrs | Drive: 03 Hrs)

After morning pooja, have breakfast and visit the Suryakund, Chandrakund & Tarakund located near the temple.
Later trek down to Sagar Village through dense forests and meadows.
On reaching Sagar drive to Chopta.
Dinner and overnight stay in camp.

Day 6: Chopta – Tungnath – Chandrashila – Chopta (Trek: 06/07 hrs | Altitude: 3680 mts – Tungnath & 3950 mts – Chandrashila)

Wake up very early today and have breakfast.
Start the gradually uphill trek to Tungnath Temple.
During the trek, you can witness a wide range of snowcapped Himalayas.
On reaching Tungnath, Pay a visit to The Highest Shiva Temple in the world.
Rest for a while and head up to Chandrashila Peak. (if weather permits)
From the top of the Chandrshila Peak, rejoice the stunning panoramic view of the Himalayas.
Later head down towards Chopta.
Dinner & overnight stay in guest house/camp.

Day 7: Chopta – Ransi – Gaundhar (Drive: 02/03 Hrs | Trek: 03 Hrs)

Today after breakfast drive to Ransi – starting point of the trek to Madmaheshwar.
From Ransi trek up to Gaundhar.
Dinner and overnight stay in tent.

Day 8: Gaundhar – Madhmaheshwar (Trek: 05/06 Hrs)

Post breakfast start the trek up to Madmaheshwar.
It is believed that the navel mid part of the body reappeared at this shrine after disappearing at Kedarnath.
On reaching Madmaheshwar, enjoy the magnificent view of Chaukhamba, Kedarnath and the Neelkanth peaks.
Dinner and overnight stay in tent.

Day 9: Madmaheshwar – Ransi – Guptkashi (Trek: 05/06 Hrs | Drive: 01/02 Hrs)

After breakfast trek back to Ransi Village.
From Ransi drive till Guptkashi.
Dinner and overnight stay in camp.

Day 10: Guptkashi – Kedarnath (Drive: 30 Min | Trek: 06/07 Hrs)

Early morning leave for Gaurikund to commence the trek to Kedarnath (22 Kms). Or hire the pony / Doli to cover the trekking distance.
On reaching pay visit to Kedarnath Darshan and Special Pooja.
Overnight stay at the Dormitory.

Day 11: Kedarnath – Guptkashi (Drive: 30 Min | Trek: 06/07 Hrs)

Early morning visit Kedarnath temple & return to Gaurikund.
From Gaurikund, drive to Gupkashi.
Upon arrival, check in at your pre booked hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 12: Guptkashi – Haridwar (200 Kms / 07 Hrs)

After breakfast, drive back to Haridwar.
On reaching Haridwar, transfer to Haridwar Railway Station for your journey back home.

Inclusion

Neat, clean, hygienic accommodation on Triple / Quad Sharing as per your preferences.
Inclusive of transport services for 11 Nights & 12 Days. (Ex Haridwar).
11 Breakfast & 11 Dinner (A mix of north Indian menu).
All point-to-point sight-seeing as per given program possible in time frame.
Transportation from Delhi to Delhi. (For the designated meeting point).
Air Condition will not work in hills area.
All toll, tax, parking and driver allowances are included Experienced staff (guides, trek leaders, cooks,etc.)
Safety equipment (first aid, oxygen cylinder, medical kit,etc.
Trekking permits and forest camping charges.

Exclusion

No kind of insurance or medical expenses are included.
Any kind of personal expenses or for porters or ponies are not included.
Any other costing involved due to any kind of natural calamity, forced circumstances are out of our control.
GST, Helicopter Tickets
Any International or Domestic Air or Rail Tickets,
Rest All Meals, Table drinks, laundry, porter, pony / Palki, tips, camera fee,
ropeway charges, entrance charges, travel / personal health insurance,
Personal expenses of the clients or any other expenses incurred due to bad
weather, road closure, landslides etc. and anything not specified in cost included

Things to Carry

Clothing

Down jacket (suitable for sub-zero nights)
Fleece jacket
2–3 quick-dry t-shirts
Trek pants (2 pairs)
Thermal innerwear
Woolen cap & sun cap
Gloves (woolen & waterproof)
Raincoat/poncho

Footwear

Good quality trekking shoes with ankle support
Extra pair of sports shoes/sandals
4–5 pairs of woolen & cotton socks

Essentials

40–50L backpack
20L daypack
Trekking pole
Headlamp
Reusable water bottle
Personal medicines
Sunscreen (SPF 50+), lip balm
Sunglasses (UV protected)
Toiletries & towel
Power bank