Essential Travel Tips for a Safe and Happy Char Dham Yatra
A sanctified circuit of four sacred pilgrimages i.e. Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath is called Char Dham. It is a pious journey which is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, Goddess Ganga, Lord Shiva, and Lord Vishnu. During the peak season, the Char Dham Yatra is thronged by the pilgrims coming from various parts across the globe. Apart from its religious value, this journey also known for its difficult route. It is a challenging rout including trekking on the rugged terrains, crossing the river & peaks, facing inevitable weather conditions etc. While planning for this auspicious journey, there are several things that have to be kept in mind before heading forward. Time of Journey The Char Dham Yatra is accessible only for six months i.e. April/May to October/November throughout the year. The region becomes unreachable during the other six months due to heavy snowfall. The doors of the shrines open on the particular dates. During the month of May, the region is crowded by the pilgrims and during June to August, the region witness heavy rainfall that makes the journey so much difficult. So, September month is the best time to plan your journey for Char Dham trip. Physical Fitness Matters As we have mentioned before that this is a challenging journey and it not everyone’s cup of tea. You are required to be physically & mentally strong and must have good stamina. Heart patients, or person having acrophobia, breathing problems, BP problems must think twice before planning for the strenuous Char Dham Tour. Consultation from a doctor is must be required prior to the journey. The devotees who
are keen to go for the Yatra, but unable to go for the trek, can opt for Helicopter services as well. There are lots of tour and travel operators who would be glad to arrange the helicopter services easily. Note: It is mandatory to keep your medicines and a medical kit (including Band-Aids, crepe bandages, moisturizers, antiseptic, painkillers, ointments etc.) with you until the journey ends. Opting for a Travel Consultant One of the other major aspects that have to be considered is whether to go for a self-managed trip or opting for a guided tour operator. There is no denying that an experienced and a reliable tour guide will help you in many ways. They will arrange to best services to regarding all the bookings such as transportation, accommodation, sightseeing, and much more. Clothes Packing The holy shrines are located at the foothills of Uttarakhand and surround by snow clad mountain peaks of Himalayas. So, it is important to pack heavy woolen clothes along with warm clothes. Bodywarmers, woolen socks, gloves, scarves, mufflers, caps, trekking/ canvas shoes, jackets, sweaters, shawls etc. are necessary. Taking precaution during the Char Dham travel is so important. So keep yourself safe from unavoidable weather condition by packing enough warm clothes. Other essentials During the Char Dham Trip, there are various other things required to be carried. Some of the major things are like a torchlight, candles & matchboxes, raincoat, umbrella, etc. Apart from all these, carry some quick snacks like dry fruits, chocolates, chips, wafers, glucose biscuits, energy drinks, and most importantly water bottle. However, you can stop anywhere and have your lunch, but carrying the light snacks with you is most important as they provide instant energy. These all things must be included in your bag pack to enjoy the journey. So, these were some of the essential tips that have to be considered to relish a lifetime experience by taking a journey of sacred four pilgrim destinations.
