Char Dham Yatra 2025 Dates, Route & Complete Guide for Pilgrims

The Char Dham Yatra is one of India’s most sacred pilgrimages, taking devotees to four holy shrines in the Himalayas: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Every year, lakhs of pilgrims undertake this divine journey to seek blessings and spiritual peace.

This article provides a complete guide for Char Dham Yatra 2025, including tentative opening dates, route details, travel tips, registration, and booking options.

Char Dham Yatra 2025 Opening Dates

Temple Opening Date Yamunotri 28 April 2025 (Akshaya Tritiya) Gangotri 28 April 2025, Kedarnath 2 May 2025, 4 May 2025 Badrinath Dham Kapat Will open on these dates.

Note: Final dates will be announced by temple authorities based on Hindu Panchang.

Char Dham Yatra Route & Travel Flow

The yatra follows a clockwise route starting from Haridwar/Rishikesh:

1. Yamunotri via Barkot (6 km trek from Janki Chatti)
2. Gangotri via Uttarkashi
3. Kedarnath via Guptkashi/Phata (18 km trek from Gaurikund or helicopter service)
4. Badrinath via Joshimath/Pandukeshwar

How to Reach Char Dham Starting Point

• Nearest Railway Station: Haridwar Junction
• Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun
• By Road: Connected via National Highways; taxis and buses are available.

Char Dham Yatra by Helicopter – 2025 Option

Helicopter services are available from Dehradun for the full Char Dham route or from Phata/Sersi for Kedarnath only. Advance booking is recommended due to high demand.

Mandatory Registration for Pilgrims

All pilgrims must register for the yatra.

• Online Registration: https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in
• Offline Registration: Available at Haridwar, Rishikesh, Sonprayag
• Required: Aadhaar or valid ID proof

Best Time to Visit Char Dham

PeriodConditionsMay – JuneIdeal weather, high pilgrim turnoutJuly – AugustMonsoon season; landslide risk; travel only if necessarySeptember – OctoberClear weather, fewer crowds, good for peaceful pilgrimage

What to Carry – Travel Essentials

• Warm clothes, rain gear, trekking shoes
• Personal medications, dry snacks, water bottle
• Power bank, flashlight, copies of ID proof
• Early hotel and transport bookings are advised

Why Visit Char Dham?

Each dham has deep spiritual meaning:

• Yamunotri: Origin of River Yamuna
• Gangotri: Origin of River Ganga
• Kedarnath: Sacred Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva
• Badrinath: Temple of Lord Vishnu

Book Your Char Dham Yatra 2025 Package

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Regular Tour Packages:

• 9 Nights 10 Days Ex-Haridwar Package
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• 11 Nights 12 Days Devotional Trip from Haridwar
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Fixed Departure Group Tours:

• 9 Nights 10 Days Fixed Departure from Haridwar
• Details: https://devsthanexpert.com/package/fixTour/char-dham-yatra---9-n---10-d-fixed-departure-from-haridwar/
• 11 Nights 12 Days Fixed Departure Package
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