Are you also looking to book for upcoming Chardham Yatra in 2024? But struggling to know about the process to get the confirmed booking and ways to reach. Not to worry, you will find every detail about Chardham yatra registration process in this Chardham yatra guide.
Know about Char Dham Yatra
As per the Hindu religion, Chardham is one of the most sacred pilgrimages, described as the circuit of mythologies, the journey towards the four abodes of God. On Char Dham Yatra, you will go on redefining life values differently and beautifully. The pilgrimage was originated by a sage known as Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century with a mission to revive the Hindu religion at four different stops such as Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath, embrace the foothills of the famous and enchanting Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand.
Chardham tour is a seasonal pilgrimage tripwith opening date in April/May depending on date of Akshay Tritiya and closing date in October/November. It is always better to get the latest news on weather conditions in Chardham places in Uttarakhand, road conditions, road routes, latest updates by Uttarakhand Tourism Department.
Registration for Char Dham will start from 20 February (Tentatively)
Dates for Chardham opening are announced on Basant Panchami and Maha Shivratri. This year registration may begin from 20th February. So must follow below given instructions for timely registration of Chardham. If you are booking a trip from travel agency in Delhi, must provide details of all passengers to your tour operator for registration process of individuals and vehicle. In 2023, passenger per day registration limit for Kedarnath Dham was 13000, 16000 for Badrinath, 8000 for Gangotri Dham and 5000 for Yamunotri Dham.
Step Wise Online Registration Process for Char Dham Yatra
Step 1: Visit Authorized website: https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in/
Step 2: Click on Login/Register and choose one option among registration through self/family/tour operator
Step 3: Fill all necessary information to create a new account and follow the OTP process to register your mobile number.
Step 4: After successful sign in, you will see the dashboard with your name on left panel.
Step 5: Create or manage tour with selecting travel dates, number of tourists, vehicle details etc. Afterwards detail of each passenger as passport size photo, ID proof.
Step 6: A unique ID will be generated and sent on your mobile number. Click on finish button to complete the registration process.
Step 7: Download the yatra registration Slip and must carry with you for physical verification at destinations. Some famous physical Registration points in Uttarakhand are Haridwar railway Station, Govindghat, ISBT Rishikesh, Janki Chatti, Kedarnath, Sonaprayag, Phata and many others.
General Instructions for Pilgrims Before Booking Chardham Yatra:
- There is no fee involved in the registration process for Chardham tour.
- Tourists must carry their personal ID proof as aadhar card, passport for verification.
- There are three modes for Chardham registration- Online through https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in/ web portal, through mobile APP of same website, through WhatsApp
- Before beginning the trip, be ready for verification through scanning QR code in mobile app or Yatra registration slip.
How to Book Chardham Yatra Package from Delhi
Starting point for Chardham is Haridwar. If you are booking Chardham package from Delhi, it departs from Delhi and take first stop in Haridwar and then proceed to Yamunotri and so on in a clock wise route. You can book Innova cabs in Delhi for Chardham family trip with 6-7 members. For a group tour with 10-12 people, 12 seater tempo traveller on rent is best decision in terms of comfort and affordability. Sleeper buses with comfortable seats and safety compliances are available for Chardham yatra. Contact us for Chardham yatra by tempo traveller and get the best affordable fare and per person cost.
TRAVEL GUIDELINES FOR CHARDHAM YATRA REGISTRATION IN 2024
- Pilgrims/Devotees/Tourists must register online for Char Dham Yatra individually/as a company or as a group.
- Registration of all the pilgrims on the state government’s portal is mandatory before arrival.
- There is a daily limit to visit the shrines, so must register for Chardham with a reputed Char Dham travel agent prior the date.
- Trip registration and green card are compulsory for public transport for visiting Char Dham Shrines.
- Book the Helicopter tickets from the authorized website of Uttarakhand Govt/GMVN only to Kedarnath from Guptkashi, Phata, and Siri. Visit this website for Helicopter booking: https://heliyatra.irctc.co.in/
How to book Helicopter tour for Kedarnath Dham
Step 1: Visit official website of Uttarakhand tourism department: https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in/ and complete your Chardham Yatra registration as a person/group or tour operator.
Step 2: Create Heliyatra account and check seat availability using Registration number or Group ID.
Step 3: Select desired departure dates and slot, complete your booking with online payment mode available on website.
Step 4: Must carry your IRCTC Heli Yatra ticket form assigned helipad location to start your Kedarnath Yatra. If you are on complete Chardham tour, must plan your other dhams visit date aligned with Kedarnath helicopter travel date.
Char Dham Yatra Tips
If you are in hurry and planned instantly for Chardham tour, go for offline biometric centres by Uttarakhand Government for Chardham registration. As the many devotees participate in Char Dham Yatra within the days of the opening of temple doors of Kedarnath and now Badrinath, Uttarakhand Government make proper arrangements of lodging and other things before arrival.
For ensuring pilgrims’ safety on the Char Dham tour, the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB) issues a health advisory for pilgrims’ health and safety every year. Due to the extreme climatic conditions, low humidity, excess ultraviolet radiation, and lack of oxygen, pilgrims can face many health hazards. So, it is advisable to get your examination done before departing for the Chardham Tour from your respective destinations. Pilgrims suffering from any disease should consult with their doctors and keep the necessary medicines with them.
Must take some rest and prepare your body physically and mentally before starting the journey. It is also advisable to carry some woolen clothes with you. If you feel headache, anxiety, nausea, higher pulse rate, or difficulty in breathing, contact the nearest healthcare center or call 108/104 helpline numbers for any medical emergencies. Do not smoke or drink liquor while traveling to the Char Dham Shrines. Do not travel with an empty stomach or also take a short break during a long journey.