Do Dham Yatra - Kedarnath Badrinath

• Report at 09:00 PM at Rithala Metro Station, Delhi. (https://goo.gl/maps/g9XyXsWb31kTvGP38?coh=178573&entry=tt)
• 11 PM, Pickup from Akshardham Metro Station ( https://maps.app.goo.gl/b6yiQXj6LTeR2kVp9 )
• We would depart from Delhi to Sonprayag on an overnight bus journey.
• Meals: None

Note:

• You need to register for the Kedarnath Yatra using the link below. You can choose whichever date is available; it is not necessary to choose a travel date only https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in/ 

• 5 AM, Pickup from Haridwar Pandit Deendayal Parking (https://goo.gl/maps/knKf5Mxjn1oMebs39?coh=178573&entry=tt)
• 7 AM, Pickup from Rishikesh 
• Expect delay due to offline permit check-post (1-3 hr)
• Lunch Halt at Devprayag
• Watch the confluence of the Alaknanda, Bhagirathi, and Ganga Rivers.
• Visit Dhara Devi Temple (if time permits)
• Reach Sitapur in the evening and check into the hotel.
• We provide a hotel in Sitapur instead of Guptkashi, which is much closer to Sonprayag, which reduces your travel time to Sonprayag by 2 hours in the morning the next day.
• Overnight stay at the Hotel in Sitapur
• Meals: Dinner

• Trek 19 km || Alt 3384 m
• After an early morning 3 AM breakfast, check out from the hotel leaving extra luggage at the hotel for convenience.
• Later depart for Sonprayag and take a jeep to Gaurikund at your own cost. (it is charged around 30-40 Rs per person)
• Start your trek from Gaurikund to Kedarnath (by Pony / Doli / Helicopter at your own cost).
• The moderate-level trek starts from Gaurikhand and continues to Kedarnath for about 21 km.
• The trek takes approximately 8-10 hours, offering breathtaking views throughout.
• Evening Aarti offered to Lord Shiva around 6:30 PM, satiating the environment with faith, dedication, and spirituality.
• Overnight stay at Kedarnath.
• Meals: Breakfast

• Wake up early in the morning for the morning darshan at Kedarnath Ji.
• Afterward, take your time to explore the surroundings, including Bhimshila, the Adi Shankaracharya Statue, and the Bhairav temple.
• Later, have breakfast and check-out from the hotel.
• We'll commence the trek back to Gaurikund, a 6-7 hour journey.
• Reach Gaurikund and take a shared cab to Soanprayag.
• On board our Bus, Cab or Walk to the hotel at Sitapur.
• Stay at the Hotel in Sitapur. 
• Meals: Dinner

• Wake up in the morning, freshen up have breakfast.
• Check out from the hotel and depart for Badrinath.
• Badrinath Ji darshan in the evening if time Permits.
• Overnight stay in Badrinath
• Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

• If your Darshan is still pending, wake up early in the morning and do the Darshan of the Holy Shrine. Return to the Hotel for Breakfast.
• Post breakfast you will visit Mana Village, Tapt Kund, Mata Maruti Temple, Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, Bheem Pul, Pandukeshwar Temple, Charan Paduka, Narad Kund, Brahma Kapal, Sheshnetra, Panch Dhara (Prahlad Dhara, Kurma Dhara, Bhrigu Dhara, Urvashi Dhara, and Indira Dhara, collectively known as ‘Panch Dharas’ at Badrinath.) and Surya Kund. We will cover as many of them as possible, but we might have to skip some if there is a time constraint. 
• Later, depart for Haridwar/Rishikesh.
• 10 PM, Haridwar Drop. Drop time is subject to traffic and road conditions, which we get in return.
• Meals: Breakfast

• 6:00 AM: Arrive in Delhi.
• Arrival time may vary depending on the road conditions and traffic. We insist you plan your forward travel at noon or evening to be on the safer side. 

Notes:

• Be prepared for potential delays due to roadblocks, crowds, permits, vehicle issues, or weather changes. For a more comfortable experience, consider alternative North India trips.
• This fast-paced, backpacking-style trip is ideal for adventurous travelers under 40 looking for an energetic and immersive experience.

Things to carry :

Mandatory Documents

• Medical Certificate
• Govt ID card with name and address
• Self-declared form

Bags

• Backpack (40-60 liters)

Footwear

• Trekking shoes: No sports shoes. The shoes need to have soles with good grip and ankle support.
• Socks (3 pairs): 2 pairs of cotton (for trekking) + 1 woolen pair (used only for sleeping)Sandals/Slippers for walking around

Clothes

• Trek pants (2) including the one you are wearing.
• Collared t-shirts (3 including the one you are wearing)
• Preferably light, full-sleeved t-shirts.
• Thick jacket: Carry 1 hollow full-sleeve windproof jacket/down jacket.
• Thermal inners: 1 pair of lightweight, upper and lower (optional)

Accessories

• Raincoat/poncho: (Mandatory as it can rain anytime in the mountains)
• Woolen cap/ Balaclava: (Must protect ears)
• Hand gloves: (Ensure that the gloves are warm and waterproof.)
• Sunglasses: Any dark color but blue. Sunglasses prevent snow blindness. Sunglasses are mandatory for this trek.

Other Toiletries

• (Sunscreen - SPF 40+, moisturizer, light towel, lip balm/chapstick, small soap, toilet paper, wet tissue)
• Headlamp/LED torch(Mandatory)
• Camera: Carry all accessories - spare batteries, charger, etc.
• Water bottles: 2 bottles, 1 Litre each.
• Trekking pole: Trekking pole is mandatory. You can also rent a wooden stick from Gaurikund.
• Plastic covers: While packing, use plastic bags to compartmentalize things and carry a few extra plastic bags for wet clothes.

Personal Medical Kit

• Mandatory. All these things need to go into one backpack. So make sure they are all light and you carry as little as possible.

Health & Safety:

• Before starting the trek, calculate your BMI (Ideal BMI should be between 18.5 and 24.9)
• Health and Safety checks mentioned below should be made before getting prepared for the trek
• A balanced mind and body are the first things that should be given importance before taking off because this is what will bring out the best of you in every condition.
• Your body should be fit enough to cover the entire trek with the backpacks on your back along with your body weight. That is why proper stamina and strength are needed. Also, trekking is done on uneven multi-terrains and not on smooth paths. So to gain leg strength, perform simple squats.
• Flexibility is very important when it comes to trekking. Good flexibility will be an advantage while walking on trails, climbing river crossings, etc. Attain flexibility by simply stretching or doing yoga.
• As the Himalayan treks are ascending and descending the slopes, you will need a proper transmission of Oxygen from the lungs and heart to the body muscles. For this, trekkers should have good cardiovascular endurance that can be gained by doing cardio exercises like running, swimming, cycling, etc.

Payment Details :

UPI ID: trekhievers@okhdfcbank

Net Banking:

• Name - Nitin Yadav
  Bank Name - HDFC BANK
  ACC No - 50100220035954
  IFSC code - HDFC0000084

Please send a screenshot of the payment on WhatsApp number 7387523876   for confirmation, we will then share a form for the final booking procedure.

Cancellation and Refund Policy:

NO REFUND SHALL BE MADE WITH RESPECT TO THE INITIAL BOOKING AMOUNT FOR ANY CANCELLATIONS. HOWEVER IF FULL PAYMENT HAS BEEN MADE THEN,

• If cancellations are made 30 days before the trip's start date, 50% of the trip cost will be refunded within 5-7 working days.
• If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the trip's start date, 25% of the trip cost will be refunded within 5-7 working days.
• If cancellations are made within 0-15 days before the trip's start date, 100% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees. No refund will be processed.
• In the case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be canceled and in such cases, the operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However, no refund will be provided for the same.
• No show No Refund.
• Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.
• Event Tickets can be transferred to another person against cancellation.
• If we cancel the TRIP, only the TRIP AMOUNT will be refunded.

Trekhievers Policy:

• A complete schedule of the trek will be given to the registered participants 12 Hours prior on WhatsApp.
• Organizers have all the right to modify or change the schedule in case of any unavoidable circumstance.
• The tour is weather-based and depends on the weather conditions. There may be last-minute cancellations if weather conditions deteriorate.