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PANCH  KEDAR TREKKING::

 Panch Kedar are the five different forms of the Hindu god Shiva ,in the hills of uttarakhand and are known as Kedarnath (3584 mts),Madmaheshwar (3289 mts),Tungnath(3810 mts),Rudranath(2286 mts) and Kalpnath(2134 mts).

The mountain scape from each temple is fascinating ,the valley full of rich fauna and flora and the people gentle and hospitable.

Kedarnath –Madmaheshwar-Tungnath-Rudranath – kalpeshwar.

Time needed 15 days ::grade A
Best trekking season: April to Nov

KEDARNATH ::

Kedarnath is known as kedarkhand,the Abode of lord Shiva.Kedarnath has one of the 12 jyotirlingas.In the holy book of hindu,the  Mahabharata ,the pandavas built the temple to atone for their sins after the battle at kurukshetra.The kedarnath temple is older ,some claim ,originally over 800 years old,and more impressive than Badrinath,built of stone ,unpainted but curved outside.

MADMAHESHWAR::

Madmaheshwar is one of  panch Kedar ,known as abode of lord Shiva.after visting kedarnath ,return to guptakashi and procced to ukhimath to start the 24 km trek to madmaheshwar from mansuna village  and then procced to ransi and continue following the Ganga through the kedarnath wildlife park with its contrasting grassland and dense wooded hillsides.,from the near a temple the ,at 3030 m which has 3 streams flowing by it ,you  can see chaukhamba peak ( 7,164 m).

TUNGNATH::

Tungnath (3680 m) ,the hihest temple ,surrounded by picturesque mountains , Nanda devi,neelkanth,kedrantha peaks.Tungnath is reached by trekking from chopta ,passing through villages,fields and wooded hills before reaching meadows with Rhododendrons .

 RUDRANATH ::

Rudranath(3030 m) is the name of lord  Shiva ,to reach rudranath you can get to gopeshwar by road and then on to sagar(05km) for the 24 k trek covering stony and lash green ground,thick oak and rhododendron forests and wild animals like musk deer ,Himalayan bear and mountain goats etc.The grey stone Rudranth temple has the Rudraganga(ganges)flowing by it and from the temple you can have a view of world famous peak ,Nandadevi,trisul,hathi parbat peaks and surrounding  small lakes glistening and fantastic.

KALPESHWAR::

Kalpeshwar (2100m) near joshimath a world famous for ski and panaromic view of  Himalayan peaks.This is only the panch kedar which is accessible throughout the year.It postion over looking the urgam valley offers beautifull views of the Garhwal's most fertile region with its terrace cultivation of rice ,wheat and vegetables.

The trek starts from from Rishikesh and goes on to Gaurikund.Where one can have a refreshing bath in the hot water sulphur springs after completing the trek.The trek from gaurikund to rambara winds along the the river mandakini through forests  and across beautifull waterfalls.

The trek from Kedarnath to Vasuki tal is a continuous ascent along a goat track and offers a panoramic view of the Chaukhamba peaks.The final trek to vasuki tal is down hill for 01km ,at the bottom of this ,one can see rectangular slabs of rock .

Day 01): Delhi - Rishikesh (230 kms/6 ½ hrs)
check into the hotel. In the evening visit Temples, Laxman Jhoola and Triveni Ghat for Arti darshan. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02): Rishikesh - Pipalkoti (1219 mts/3998 ft) 218 kms/7-8 hrs
Morning after breakfast drive to Pipalkoti via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karanprayag, Nandprayag. On arrival check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03): Pipalkoti - Helang - Urgam (2134 mts/7000 ft) 9 kms trek/3-4 hrs
In the morning after breakfast drive 15 kms to reach Helang. From her we will start our trek up to Urgam Village. We will cross Alaknanda River via Road Bridge. The trek pass through the dense forest, murmuring water falls along with KalpGanga. Urgam Valley is famous for its apple orchard, terraced fields and potatoes. Evening free to explore the fascinating Urgam Valley. Dinner and night stay in tents.

Day 04): Urgam - Kalpeshwar - Urgam (2 kms one side)
An early morning walk up to the first Kedar (one of Panch Kedar) during your trek. For this trek you have to prepare with packed lunch. The locks (hair) of lord Shiva worshiped in this temple. From here you will have the striking views of valley with terraced fields and lush green forests. Later return trek to Urgam. Dinner and overnight stay in tent.

Day 05): Urgam - Kalgot (2215 mts/7265 ft)
After an early breakfast trek up to Kalgot Village through dense forest, lush green meadows. This is the tough day. Evening arrival at Kalgot village. Meet the locals, know their culture etc. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 06): Kalgot - Rudranath (2286 mts/7498 ft)
Morning trek up to the temple of Sri Rudranath, another form of lord Shiva. In this temple The face of the Shiva is worshiped. From here we can see a splendid view of Hathi Parvat, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti, Trishuli and other group of peaks. You can also visit the Suryakund, Chandrakund, Tarakund which is located nearby the temple. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 07): Rudranath - Sagar - Mandal (18 kms trek/8 kms drive)
Morning after breakfast trek down to Sagar Village through the dense forest and meadows. Up on arrival at Sagar drive to Mandal. Mandal is also known Cherapunji of Garhwal. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 08): Mandal - Chopta (2900 mts/9512 ft) - Tungnath (19 kms/2 hrs/trek 3.5 kms
Morning after breakfast drive to Chopta. Chopta is situated at an altitude of 2900 m from the sea level. The place provides a panoramic view of the Himalayas and the surrounding areas. Up on arrival at Chopta trek to Tungnath (the third Kedar) with packed lunch. Tungnath is situated at the height of 3680 mts from the sea level the highest in India. the trek is three kms upward. Enroute you will find lush green meadows and you can see the entire range of snow clapped Himalayan range. Upon arrival at Tungnath Temple and visit the temple. After relax one can trek Chandrashila peak 1 kms ahead. Dinner and overnight stay in Tungnath.

Day 09): Tungnath - Chopta - Jagasu - Gaundhar

In the morning trek back to Chopta and from here drive to Jagasu (45 kms/2 hrs). From here trek up to Gaundhar. The confluence of Madmaheshwar Ganga and Makandya Ganga is the last place that is worth a visit before one reaches Madmaheshwar. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 10): Gaundhar - Madhmaheshwar (3289 mts/10788 ft)
Morning after an early breakfast start trek (18 kms/5-6 hrs) up to Madhya Maheshwar (the forth Lord Shiva temple of Panch Kedar). It is believed that the navel mid part of the body reappeared at this shrine after disappearing at Kedarnath. On arrival set camp here. Here you see the magnificent view of Chaukhamba, Kedarnath and the Neelkanth peaks. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 11): Madhmaheshwar - Gaundhar
In the morning trek back to Gaundhar. Dinner and overnight stay in tent.

Day 12): Gaundhar - Jagasu - Guptkashi
After an early breakfast 12 km trek to Jagasu and from drive to Guptkashi (30 kms). Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 13): Guptkashi - Gaurikund - Kedarnath (3584 mts/11756 ft)
Morning after breakfast drive to Gaurikund and from here 14 km trek up to Sri Kedarnath, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The trek is passes through beautiful surroundings. On arrival check in at guest house. Evening explore the surroundings. Dinner and overnight stay in Guest house.

Day 14): Kedarnath - Gaurikund - Rudraparyag
Morning after breakfast visit Kedarnath temple, trek down to Gaurikund and drive to Rudraprayag through river Mandakini. Check into hotel. Evening visit the confluence of Alaknanda & Mandakini Rivers. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 15): Rudraparyag - Haridwar (160 kms/4-5 hrs) -Delhi
Morning after breakfast drive to Haridwar via Devprayag (Confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi. From here the Holy River Ganges starts). From Haridwar catch a train for Delhi. Arrival at Delhi by night. Upon arrival at Delhi back to home.