About this Yatra + Trek
The Kedarnath shrine plus a hidden glacial lake
A trip for pilgrims who also trek. Beyond the Kedarnath Jyotirlinga lies Vasuki Tal, a stunning glacial lake at ~4,150 m surrounded by the Chaukhamba peaks, reached on a steep day-trek from Kedarnath.
This 5-day trip combines the Kedarnath darshan with the Vasuki Tal trek — a high, demanding but hugely rewarding add-on. Good fitness and acclimatisation are essential. Stays, meals and a guide are handled.
Trip Highlights
Kedarnath darshan and a hidden glacial lake
Darshan at the Kedarnath Jyotirlinga
The glacial Vasuki Tal lake
Grand Chaukhamba peak views
A steep, rewarding high trek
Evening aarti at Kedarnath
Stay, meals & guide handled
Trip Gallery
A taste of the journey
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Five days of darshan and high trekking
- Drive from Haridwar to Guptkashi.
- Overnight in Guptkashi.
- Trek to Kedarnath (pony/palki/helicopter optional).
- Evening aarti; overnight near Kedarnath.
- Steep trek from Kedarnath to Vasuki Tal (~4,150 m).
- Enjoy the lake and Chaukhamba views; return to Kedarnath.
- Morning darshan, trek down to Gaurikund and drive to Guptkashi.
- Overnight in Guptkashi.
- Drive back to Haridwar.
- Trip concludes on arrival.
What's Included
Transparent pricing — no hidden surprises
- Pick-up & drop at Haridwar
- 4 nights stay in Guptkashi & Kedarnath
- Daily breakfast & dinner
- All travel by private vehicle
- Trek guide & support where applicable
- Required permits (forest / inner-line as applicable)
- Driver allowance, tolls & parking
- 24x7 on-trip support
- Airfare / train fare (can be added)
- Pony, palki, porter & personal trek gear
- Entry tickets & personal expenses
- Lunches (unless specified)
- GST as applicable
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
Things to Carry
Himalayan trekking essentials
Important Notes
Please read before booking
Permits: Forest / eco-development permits apply to areas like the Valley of Flowers and Nanda Devi Biosphere, and inner-line permits to Adi Kailash / Om Parvat. We arrange the required permits for you.
Fitness & altitude: These are moderate-to-hard high-altitude treks. Good cardio fitness, some prior trekking and gradual acclimatisation are important; we recommend carrying a doctor''s fitness note.
Best time: The Valley of Flowers is best in the July–September bloom; most other treks are best May–June and September–October, when the passes are clear.
Guided & supported: Treks are guided with a support team and camping where required. Weather can change fast at altitude — carry proper trek shoes, warm layers and rain protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book
A stunning glacial lake at about 4,150 m above Kedarnath, ringed by the Chaukhamba peaks — a hidden gem reached on a steep day-trek from the shrine.
It is strenuous — a steep ~4 km climb (about 8 km round trip) at high altitude from Kedarnath. Good fitness and acclimatisation from the Kedarnath day are important.
Yes — the trip includes the full Kedarnath trek, an overnight near the shrine and the evening aarti, before the Vasuki Tal day-trek.
Yes — the lake is associated with Lord Vishnu and the serpent king Vasuki, and pilgrims traditionally take a dip in its icy waters.
May to June and September to October, when Kedarnath is open and the high trail to Vasuki Tal is clear of snow. It is not advisable in the monsoon.
It is better suited to those with some trekking experience due to the steep, high-altitude climb. Beginners should build fitness first or choose the standard Kedarnath trip.
Warm and windproof layers, a rain shell, water, high-energy snacks, sun protection and trekking poles — the weather at the lake can change quickly.
Yes — a guide accompanies the Vasuki Tal trek, which is important given the altitude and the exposed high terrain above Kedarnath.
