Trek Overview
Embark on the Panch Kedar Trek, a spiritually enriching and adventurous journey through the majestic Himalayas.
This 12-day trek takes you through five sacred temples of Lord Shiva, nestled in the serene mountains of Uttarakhand.
Ideal for both spiritual seekers and adventure enthusiasts, the Panch Kedar Trek offers an unforgettable experience of the pristine natural beauty and rich cultural heritage of the Garhwal region.
Trek Itinerary
1: Detailed Day-wise Itinerary
A Complete Route & Campsite Breakdown
Day - 1
Haridwar to Guptkashi
- Drive to Guptkashi via Devprayag & Rudraprayag (204 km/7 hrs approx). - Upon arrival, check into the hotel. - Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel.
Day -2
Guptkashi to Kedarnath
- Drive to Sonprayag (30 km/1 hr approx). - Continue to Gaurikund and start the trek to Kedarnath (21 km one way). - The route is steep with some level stretches. - Overnight stay at Kedarnath.
Day -3
Kedarnath to Ransi
- After Darshan at Kedarnath Temple, trek back to Gaurikund. - Proceed to drive to Ransi (65 km/4 hrs approx). - Ransi is the starting point of the Madhyamaheshwar Trek. - Night halt at Ransi Village.
Day -4
Ransi to Bantoli
- Trek from Ransi to Bantoli via Gaundhar (6 km). - The trail is easy with a mix of descent and level walk alongside the river. - Night stay at Bantoli.
Day -5
Bantoli to Madhyamaheshwar
- Trek from Bantoli to Madhyamaheshwar (10 km). - The trek starts with a moderate ascent and gets tougher as you ascend through Khatra, Nanu, Moukheem, and Koon. - Night stay at Madhyamaheshwar.
Day -6
Madhyamaheshwar to Chopta
- Trek back from Madhyamaheshwar to Ransi. - Drive to Chopta (40 km/2 hrs approx) for an overnight halt.
Day -7
Chopta to Tungnath
- Trek from Chopta to Tungnath (4 km) and back to Chopta. - The trail is moderate with steep climbs in some stretches, but the scenic views make it enjoyable. - After darshan at Tungnath temple, trek back to Chopta for an overnight stay.
Day -8
Chopta to Panar Bugyal
- Drive from Chopta to Sagar (30 km/1 hr approx). - Trek from Sagar to Panar Bugyal (10 km), passing through Pung Bugyal, Mauli Karak, and Luiti Bugyal. - Night stay at Panar Bugyal.
Day -9
Panar Bugyal to Rudranath
- Trek from Panar Bugyal to Rudranath (8 km) and back to Panar Bugyal. - The trail involves a gradient path with level walk and downhill descent after Pitradhar. - After darshan at Rudranath, return to Panar Bugyal for night halt.
Day -10
Panar Bugyal to Urgam
- Trek back from Panar Bugyal to Sagar Village. - Drive to Urgam (60 km/2 hrs approx) via Helang. - Night halt at Urgam.
Day -11
Urgam to Kalpeshwar
- Trek from Urgam to Kalpeshwar (2 km) and back to Urgam. - Drive to Rudraprayag (110 km/3 hrs approx) for an overnight stay.
Day -12
Rudraprayag to Haridwar
- Drive from Rudraprayag to Haridwar (162 km/6 hrs approx). - After breakfast, depart for your onward destination.
Trek Fee
Complete Package from Dehradun to dehradun
Trek Information
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Duration: 11 days 10 night
- Altitude: 12073
- Distance: 24
- Region: Uttarakhand
- Basecamp: Kedar Nath
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Suitable For: 8 to 60 years
- Cloakroom: Available
- Offloading: Available