Hemkund Sahib Badrinath Package
Hemkund Sahib is the gurudwara and Lakshman temple beside a glacial lake at 4,160 m, reached by a 16 km trek from Govindghat via Ghangaria, 25 km before Badrinath. The two are combined in a 6 day yatra from Haridwar, open from June to early October. The complete 6 day package from Haridwar is below with the trek stages, permits, hotels and camps, prices, inclusions and exclusions.
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Hemkund Sahib Badrinath Package Overview
Hemkund Sahib is the gurudwara and Lakshman temple beside a glacial lake at 4,160 m, reached by a 16 km trek from Govindghat via Ghangaria, 25 km before Badrinath. The two are combined in a 6 day yatra from Haridwar, open from June to early October.
The trek is 16 km each way from Govindghat: 10 km to Ghangaria on a well-made path with ponies and a helicopter option, then a steep 6 km to Hemkund Sahib that most pilgrims walk in 4 to 5 hours. Ghangaria has hotels and gurudwara accommodation. The gurudwara is open from late May or June to early October, so the package runs in that window only.
Below are the trek stages with altitude and fitness notes, then the package with itinerary, hotels and camps, prices, inclusions and exclusions.
₹21,900 per person, twin sharing, 6 persons in an Innova from Haridwar
Hemkund Sahib Trek Stages
| Stage | Distance | Altitude | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Govindghat → Pulna | 4 km | 1,900 m | Shared jeep |
| Pulna → Ghangaria | 10 km | 3,050 m | Well-made path along the Lakshman Ganga; pony, pithu and helicopter available; 4 to 5 hours |
| Ghangaria → Hemkund Sahib | 6 km | 4,160 m | Steep stone path; 4 to 5 hours up, 3 down; ponies available; start by 5 am |
| Ghangaria → Valley of Flowers (optional) | 4 km | 3,500 m | National park, July to September, entry fee; adds a day |
- Season. Hemkund Sahib opens late May or June and closes in early October; the package runs in that window.
- Fitness. The Ghangaria to Hemkund stretch is steep; ponies are available for the first 10 km and part of the climb.
- Langar. The gurudwara serves langar and hot tea at the top; carry a warm layer, it is cold by the lake.
- Helicopter. Govindghat to Ghangaria helicopter runs in season at about ₹3,500 one way, saving the 10 km walk.
- Badrinath. The Badrinath day follows the trek down, by road with no further walking.
Hemkund Sahib Badrinath Package Itinerary: Day by Day
The order of sightseeing can change with weather, road conditions, temple timings and darshan queues.
Itinerary at a Glance
| Day | Route | Distance and time | Night stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Haridwar → Devprayag → Rudraprayag → Joshimath | About 260 km, 9 hours | Joshimath or Pipalkoti |
| Day 2 | Joshimath → Govindghat → Pulna → Ghangaria | 20 km drive, 10 km trek | Ghangaria |
| Day 3 | Ghangaria → Hemkund Sahib → Ghangaria | 6 km trek each way, steep | Ghangaria |
| Day 4 | Ghangaria → Govindghat → Badrinath | 10 km trek down, 25 km drive | Badrinath |
| Day 5 | Badrinath → Mana → Joshimath → Rudraprayag | About 160 km, 6 to 7 hours | Rudraprayag |
| Day 6 | Rudraprayag → Devprayag → Haridwar | About 165 km, 5 to 6 hours | Tour ends |
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Hemkund Sahib Badrinath Package Price Details
Starting prices per person on twin sharing. Final price depends on dates, hotel category, vehicle and group size.
| Tour name | Hemkund Sahib Badrinath Package |
|---|---|
| Duration | 6 Days / 5 Nights |
| Route | Haridwar → Joshimath → Ghangaria → Hemkund Sahib → Badrinath → Rudraprayag → Haridwar |
| Start point | Haridwar railway station, airport or hotel; Delhi pick-up as an add-on |
| Tour price | From ₹21,900 per person (standard, 6 persons in an Innova) |
Price by Hotel Category
| Category | Stay and meals | Price from (per person) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Hotels at the base towns, GMVN huts or tents on the trek, guide and porters, all meals on trek days | ₹21,900 |
| Deluxe | Deluxe hotels at the base towns, better tents with mattresses and a dining tent, all meals | ₹25,600 |
| Premium | Best hotels, private tents, personal porter and helicopter or pony where available | ₹41,600 |
Price by Group Size and Vehicle
Standard category. The vehicle cost is shared, so bigger groups pay less per person.
| Group size | Vehicle | From Haridwar (per person) | From Delhi (adds 1 day) (per person) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | Sedan (Dzire or Etios) | ₹26,700 | ₹32,700 |
| 4 persons | SUV (Ertiga or Marazzo) | ₹23,200 | ₹29,200 |
| 6 persons | Innova Crysta | ₹21,900 | ₹27,900 |
| 8 to 12 persons | Tempo Traveller 12 seater | ₹19,500 | ₹25,500 |
| 13 to 17 persons | Tempo Traveller 17 seater | ₹18,400 | ₹24,400 |
Add-ons and Optional Charges
| Add-on | Charged | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi pick-up and drop (adds 1 day) | Per vehicle | ₹6,500 sedan, ₹8,500 SUV, ₹13,000 tempo traveller |
| Extra night at any halt | Per room per night | ₹2,500 standard, ₹4,500 deluxe, ₹8,000 premium |
| Single room supplement | Per person | ₹5,900 for the full tour |
| Child 5 to 11 years with extra bed | Per child | 25% less than the adult price |
| Lunch add-on | Per person | ₹350 per lunch |
Prices are for the 2027 season and are starting prices. Peak dates in May, June and the October holidays may cost more. Helicopter fares are set by the government portal and change every season. GST is extra where applicable.
Hotels Used on the Hemkund Sahib Badrinath Package
Hotel names are confirmed on your booking voucher. Rooms at the dhams are simple, so most comfort is at the halts below the temples.
| Halt | Nights | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joshimath or Pipalkoti | 1 night | Hotel in Pipalkoti | Hotel or resort in Joshimath | Resort in Joshimath or Auli |
| Ghangaria | 2 nights | Hotel or gurudwara accommodation | Deluxe hotel with heater | Best available hotel at Ghangaria |
| Badrinath | 1 night | Hotel or dharamshala near the temple | Hotel with heated rooms near Tapt Kund | Best available hotel near the temple |
| Rudraprayag | 1 night | Hotel in Rudraprayag | Resort on the Alaknanda | Best available resort on the Alaknanda |
All hotels have attached bathrooms, hot water in the morning and evening, and pure vegetarian food. Heated rooms are available at the colder halts on the deluxe and premium plans.
See also Char Dham hotel booking and Badrinath hotel booking.
Package Inclusions and Exclusions
Package Inclusions
- 5 nights stay on twin sharing as per the category booked
- All meals on trek days, breakfast and dinner at the base towns
- Licensed trekking guide, cook and porters; mule for camping gear
- Forest permits and camping fees
- Dedicated AC vehicle from Haridwar to Haridwar for the full route (AC is switched off on hill climbs)
- Uttarakhand-registered hill driver with the same vehicle for the whole tour
- Fuel, driver allowance, tolls, parking, state tax and green tax
- Uttarakhand yatra registration for every pilgrim
- Darshan, aarti and temple timing guidance by our tour coordinator on call
- Pick-up and drop at Haridwar railway station, airport or your hotel
- All hotel and vehicle taxes except GST
Package Exclusions
- Train or flight tickets to Haridwar
- Delhi pick-up and drop unless added
- VIP darshan, special puja, rudrabhishek and donation
- Lunch, tea, snacks, mineral water and any meal not listed
- Entry fees, camera fees and parking at sightseeing points
- Room heater charges where hotels charge separately
- Medical, travel and trip cancellation insurance
- Personal expenses such as laundry, calls and tips
- Extra stay or vehicle cost due to landslide, weather, strike or road closure
- GST at the applicable rate
Hemkund Sahib Badrinath Taxi Fare: Vehicle Only
Round trip for the 6 day circuit from Haridwar with the same driver, and from Delhi with one extra day. Fuel, driver allowance, tolls, parking and taxes included.
| Vehicle | Seats | Haridwar to Haridwar, 6 days | Delhi to Delhi, 7 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan (Dzire, Etios, Aura) | 4 | ₹17,500 | ₹24,000 |
| SUV (Ertiga, Marazzo, Xylo) | 6 | ₹22,000 | ₹30,000 |
| Innova Crysta | 6 to 7 | ₹27,500 | ₹35,500 |
| Tempo Traveller 12 seater | 12 | ₹39,500 | ₹52,500 |
| Tempo Traveller 17 seater | 17 | ₹46,500 | ₹60,500 |
| Tempo Traveller 26 seater | 26 | ₹60,000 | ₹80,000 |
Only vehicles with an Uttarakhand green card and a trip card are allowed on the yatra route, and we use those. Night driving is not allowed on hill roads, so every day ends before dark. See also Char Dham taxi booking and tempo traveller booking.
Trek, Pony, Palki and Helicopter Options
Rates are set by the district administration and the government helicopter portal each season and are paid locally unless pre-booked.
| Dham | Route | Distance | Options and approximate rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Badrinath | By road to the temple | No trek | Short walk from the parking; wheelchair help at the temple |
Registration and Documents Checklist
- Yatra registration. Compulsory for every pilgrim on the Uttarakhand Tourism portal. We complete it for you and send the slip on WhatsApp. Carry a printout.
- Photo ID. Aadhaar, voter ID, passport or driving licence for every traveller, original and one copy.
- Medical fitness. A doctor's certificate is advised for pilgrims above 50 and anyone with heart, blood pressure or breathing conditions. Health screening is done at the check posts.
- Hotel vouchers. We send a single voucher with all hotel names, driver name and vehicle number before departure.
- Emergency contacts. Our coordinator's number, the Uttarakhand tourist helpline 1364 and the police helpline 112.
Travel Tips and What to Pack
- Start early every day. Hill roads have gates that close at dusk, and treks and flights should begin by 6 am.
- Go slow on altitude. Badrinath is at 3,300 m. Drink water, avoid alcohol and tell the driver or coordinator if you feel breathless or dizzy.
- Pack for cold and rain. Thermals, a down or fleece jacket, raincoat, warm cap, gloves, shoes with grip, sunscreen and a torch.
- Medicines. Your regular medicines for the full trip plus a basic kit: pain relief, ORS, antacid, motion sickness tablets and band-aids.
- Cash and network. ATMs and mobile network are unreliable near the dhams. Carry cash for pony, prasad and jeeps. BSNL and Jio work best.
- Keep buffer days. Landslides, rain and fog can cost a day. Do not book a flight or train on the evening you return.
- Respect temple rules. Photography is not allowed inside the temples. Dress modestly and follow the queue system.
This is a likely schedule. The coordinator may adjust it for weather, road conditions, temple timings or local rules. Extra stay caused by landslides, bad weather, road closures or flight cancellations is payable by the guest.
How to Reach the Yatra Base and Best Time to Visit
| Mode | Gateway | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Air | Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (DED) | About 35 km from Rishikesh and 40 km from Haridwar; flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad |
| Train | Haridwar Junction (HW) | Direct trains from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Chennai and many cities |
| Train | Rishikesh, Yog Nagari Rishikesh or Dehradun | Vande Bharat and Shatabdi from Delhi to Dehradun in about 4.5 hours |
| Road | Delhi to Haridwar | About 220 km, 5 to 6 hours by car or Volvo bus from Kashmere Gate ISBT |
Month by Month
| Month | Weather | Crowd and advice |
|---|---|---|
| Late April to May | Cold nights at the dhams, pleasant days; snow still possible | Opening days are the busiest; book 2 to 3 months ahead |
| June | Warm days, cool nights; pre-monsoon showers | School holidays, very busy |
| July to August | Monsoon; heavy rain, landslides, road closures and grounded helicopters | Low crowd and low prices; keep extra days and insurance |
| September to October | Clear skies, cold nights, best mountain views | Best months; moderate crowd |
| November | Very cold; temples close after Diwali | Only until the closing dates |
FAQs for Hemkund Sahib Badrinath Package
How long is the Hemkund Sahib trek?
About 16 km each way from Govindghat: 10 km to Ghangaria and a steep 6 km to Hemkund Sahib at 4,160 m. Ponies cover most of it and a helicopter runs to Ghangaria.
When is Hemkund Sahib open?
From late May or June to early October, after the snow clears from the path and the lake.
What is the hemkund sahib badrinath package price?
From ₹21,900 per person for 6 persons from Haridwar with hotels, breakfast and dinner, a dedicated vehicle with a hill driver, fuel, tolls, taxes and yatra registration.
Is registration compulsory?
Yes. Every pilgrim must register on the Uttarakhand Tourism portal and carry the slip with a photo ID. We complete the registration for you once you share names, ages and ID numbers.
What is the best time?
May to June and September to October. July and August are monsoon months with landslide risk. The temples close after Diwali and reopen in late April or May.
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