Kedarnath Yatra 2025: Registration to Helicopter Service and Accommodation, All Details You Must Know Before You Plan

As one of India’s most revered Hindu pilgrimage destinations, Kedarnath is all set to welcome lakhs of devotees with the commencement of the Char Dham Yatra 2025. Nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, the sacred temple of Lord Shiva will reopen its doors in early May 2025, after a six-month winter closure due to heavy snowfall.

The Uttarakhand government and the Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) have made extensive preparations to ensure a safe, smooth, and spiritually enriching pilgrimage experience for all yatris.

Opening Dates for Char Dham Yatra 2025:

Yamunotri – May 10

Gangotri – May 10

Kedarnath – May 10

Badrinath – May 12

The opening date for Kedarnath was finalised as per Hindu Panchang calculations on Maha Shivratri. A ceremonial procession of Baba Kedarnath (the idol of Lord Shiva) will be carried from Ukhimath to the main shrine ahead of the reopening.

Registration is Mandatory: Here’s How to Do It

To streamline the yatra and ensure crowd management, the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB) has made online registration compulsory for all pilgrims.

Steps to Register:

Visit: registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in

Upload ID proof (Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID)

Select your yatra date and shrine(s)

Download the QR-coded Yatra Pass, which is required at all checkpoints

Helicopter Services to Kedarnath in 2025

To assist pilgrims, especially the elderly or those unable to trek the 16 km uphill route, helicopter services will operate from Phata, Sersi, and Guptkashi to Kedarnath.

Approximate Helicopter Fare:

Phata to Kedarnath (one-way) – ₹2,380

Round trip – ₹4,720

Bookings have already started via the Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN) portal. Pilgrims must carry a medical fitness certificate and Yatra registration slip for boarding.

Accommodation and Travel Tips:

Book hotels or guesthouses early in Guptkashi, Sonprayag, or Gaurikund for better availability.

Pack light but warm, weatherproof clothing — temperatures in Kedarnath can dip below 5°C even in May.

Always keep your Yatra Pass, ID Proof, and Emergency Contact Info accessible.

Mobile connectivity is limited; download offline maps or route guides in advance. 

With improved infrastructure, digitized services, and increased helicopter capacity, Kedarnath Yatra 2025 promises to be more organized and accessible than ever before.

Stay tuned for updates on Badrinath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri Yatras.