Char Dham Yatra Group Departure from Haridwar 2026

The Char Dham Yatra for 2026 is scheduled to commence in late April 2026. It will begin on April 19, 2026, with the opening of the portals at Gangotri and Yamunotri, followed by the opening of the portals at Kedarnath on April 22 and Badrinath on April 23, 2026. The dates for the opening of the portals are traditionally determined on the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya, and the complete schedule is often finalized early in 2026.

The closing dates for the 2026 Char Dham Yatra are traditionally scheduled for early November; among these, the gates of Gangotri close first on November 10, followed by Kedarnath and Yamunotri on November 11, and finally, the gates of Badrinath close on November 13, 2026. The gates begin to open between April 19 and 23, 2026, and the season concludes just before the onset of heavy winter snowfall.

Important Information

Registration: Registration for the 2026 pilgrimage will be mandatory and must be completed through the official website of Uttarakhand Tourism. This facility will become available a few months prior to the opening of the portals.
Weather: The region experiences significant cold during the month of April, and light snowfall may also occur; therefore, it is essential to wear warm clothing.
Portal Closure Dates: The portals of the temples are expected to close for the winter season in October or November 2026.

Best Season for Chardham Yatra (Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath Temple, Badrinath Temple)

The best time for Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand is between May and June and September and October.

Summer Season (May – June) – Best Time

• The weather is pleasant and perfect for traveling.
• Roads are open, and most pilgrims arrive during this time.

Post-Monsoon (September – October)

• Clear mountain views and fewer crowds.
• The weather is cool and comfortable for walking.
• This is a great time for photography and a peaceful trip.

Monsoon (July – August)

• Heavy rains and landslide risk.
• Traveling on mountain roads can be difficult.

Winter (November – April)

• Temples remain closed due to heavy snowfall.

Best Sellers: May, June, September, October

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