Question 1

How long is the Kedarnath trek?

Accepted Answer

The Kedarnath trek is around 16 kilometres long. The trek starts from Gaurikund and ends at the sacred town of Kedarnath.

Question 2

Is Kedarnath trek safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the trek to Kedarnath dham is absolutely safe as the trail is not very challenging and the height of the trek is just 3,553 meters above sea level. However, all trekkers are required to abide by the new Kedarnath route planned out after the 2013 flood in the region.

Question 3

How long does it take from Gaurikund to Kedarnath?

Accepted Answer

In general, it takes a normal human being about 7 hours to trek from Gaurikund to Kedarnath. The Kedarnath trekking trail is gradual for the initial 7 kilometres and demands less time, but it becomes a bit steep for the final 7 kilometres. And with a well-laid out trip, like the Kedarnath Trek Package it will take a total of 8 days, including travels, stays and the actual trek.

Question 4

What Kedarnath is famous for?

Accepted Answer

Kedarnath town is a very famous Hindu pilgrimage site, which is popularly known for the Kedarnath Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It forms an integral part of Uttarakhand’s Chhota Char Dham Yatra. It is also considered to be one of the important Jyotirlingas in India.

Question 5

What is the best time to visit Kedarnath for trekking?

Accepted Answer

The most ideal time for enjoying Kedarnath trekking is from May to June and from September to October. During these periods of the year, the trek does not receive rainfall and there is no snow over the trails. The trek remains closed between the months of November and March every year because of heavy snowfall

Question 6

What is the difficulty of the Kedarnath trek?

Accepted Answer

The level of difficulty of the Kedarnath trek falls in the range of easy to moderate. Anyone aged between 7 years to 65 years and having a good level of physical fitness can go for this trek.

Question 7

How to reach Kedarnath?

Accepted Answer

Kedarnath is well-connected to other parts of the country by air, rail, and road.By Air: The closest airport to Kedarnath dham is Jolly Grant Airport, which is located around 238 kilometres away. You can take a flight from any major city in the country and reach this airport in Dehradun. You can then take a taxi to reach Gaurikund from the airport. Once you reach Gaurikund, you can cover the 14km trek to finally reach Kedarnath.By Rail: The closest railhead to Kedarnath is Rishikesh railway station, which is located around 216 kilometres away. You can take a train from any major city in the country and arrive at Rishikesh. You can then take a taxi to reach Gaurikund, from where you will need to trek 14km to reach Kedarnath dham.By Road: You can catch a bus to Gaurikund from any important town of Uttarakhand, including Dehradun, Haridwar, Srinagar, Rishikesh, Tehri, Pauri, Chamoli, and Uttarkashi. Upon reaching Gaurikund, you can trek the next 14 kilometres to finally arrive at Kedarnath.

Question 8

Can beginners go for Kedarnath trekking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Kedarnath trek can be done even by novice trekkers, who do not have any prior trekking experience or skills. However, they should be physically fit as certain parts of the trail can be strenuous.

Question 9

What type of meals will be provided in the Kedarnath trek package?

Accepted Answer

The Kedarnath trek package includes all the 3 important meals of a day - breakfast, lunch, and dinner. All the meals served to trekkers are going to be vegetarian.

Question 10

What are the must things to carry before going to Kedarnath for trekking?

Accepted Answer

The important things trekkers need to carry for their trek to Kedarnath are listed below:A backpackClothing - thermal inners, full-sleeves shirts, trekking pants, fleece jackets, woollen glovesPersonal medical kit - Band-aids, Bandages, Dettol, and medicines for dehydration, cold, and headacheToiletries - wet napkins, toothbrush and toothpaste, hand sanitizer, shower gel, moisturizer, lip balm, sunscreen lotionFootwear - trekking boots, flip-flops, and sneakersAccessories - torch, sunglasses, and capsSnacks - energy bars, biscuits, and dry fruitsElectronic Gadgets: Camera, cell phone, power bank, universal adapterSufficient cash

Question 11

Which are the other best Uttarakhand treks that we can book from Thrillophilia?

Accepted Answer

Here is the list of best Uttarakhand treks that you can book from Thrillophilia:Roopkund TrekHar Ki Dun TrekChandrashila TrekKuari Pass TrekDayara Bugyal TrekDeoria Tal TrekGangotri Trek