Kedarnath Yatra Checklist 2025 – पूरी यात्रा की जरूरी तैयारी

Complete Checklist for Kedarnath Yatra | Kedarnath Yatra Checklist

Kedarnath Yatra is not only a religious journey but also a spiritual experience. But, travelling without a solid plan can make your journey difficult.

Hello, my name is Rajendra. I am a resident of Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand and Shri Kedarnath Dham also comes in our district, which is located at a distance of about 80 to 90 kilometers from our home. So, based on my travel experience, I have prepared this checklist for you, in which I have shared my travel experience.

With this checklist, you can make your Kedarnath journey smooth, safe and memorable.

✅ 1. Necessary preparations before Kedarnath Yatra

✅ 2. Packing list for Kedarnath Yatra

Clothes

• Warm jacket / jumper

• Shoes (trekking ones) (very important)

• Gloves, hat, scarf

• Knee length pants

• Raincoat / umbrella in rainy season (very important)

Health and medicines

• If you take any regular medicine, then carry medicines in double quantity than the duration of your journey. Also keep the doctor's prescription.

• General medicines (headache, stomachache, nausea)

• Anti-altitude medicine (Diamox)

• Plaster, bandage

• Bring your current medication

Technology

• Mobile + Power bank (very important)

• Portable charger

• Water bottle (thermos is better)

• ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Driving License) (very important)

Food items

• Energy bars, biscuits, namkeen

• Water bottle

• Glucose powder/Electrolyte powder

✅ 3. Travel route and route planning

✅ 4. Stay and darshan timings in Kedarnath

✅ 5. Money Planning

• Cash (ATM / POS machine is not available at some places) so keep cash.

• ATM card (but ATMs are limited)

• Budget for helicopter, horse, palanquin

• Separate budget for gifts and seva

✅ 6. Backpack and bags

• Main backpack: 40-50 liters capacity, with waterproof cover

• Small daypack: 15-20 liters, to carry essentials during the trek

• Waterproof pouch: for mobile, documents etc.

• Crossbody bag/waist pouch: for money, phone and small stuff

✅ 7. Weather and season wise packing tips

✅ 8. Documents for Kedarnath Yatra

• Aadhaar Card (photocopy and online)

• Mobile Number with OTP Access

• Health Certificate (if 60+ age)

• Helicopter Ticket (if booked)

• Hotel Booking Confirmation

✅ 9. Prevention of Altitude Sickness (AMS)

Kedarnath is located at an altitude of more than 3,500 meters, where the oxygen level is low. To avoid altitude sickness, take the following precautions:

• Stay hydrated: Drink at least 3-4 liters of water every day

• Climb to the altitude slowly: Do not rush and give the body time to acclimatize

• Avoid heavy meals: Eat light and nutritious food

• Avoid alcohol and smoking: These can aggravate the symptoms of AMS

• Watch out for symptoms: Headaches, nausea, dizziness, fatigue - these can be early symptoms of AMS

• Medications: You can take medicines like Diamox on the advice of a doctor

✅ 10. Other important tips

1. Take the help of a local guide (if you are going for the first time)

2. Take the right shoes for trekking

3. Enjoy the local food (but be careful while eating)

4. Do not do photography in the temple

5. Take minimum luggage, heavy load increases the difficulty in trekking

✅ 11. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

✅ 12. Lastly – Blessings of the Yatra

Kedarnath is not only a temple but a blessing of nature. This checklist will always be with you to make your trip memorable.

❓ Now it’s your turn!

Have you visited Kedarnath?

Do you have any tips that can be useful for our readers?

Do let us know in the comments!