There are few options to do Shri Kedarnath dham trek and I personally feel with these different ways almost everybody can reach here.
1.) Helicopter
Via Helicopter. After Guptkashi, there comes a village called Phata and it is famous for its helipad used by pilgrims visiting Shri Kedarnath Dham. Charges may vary depending upon the traffic. Maximum charges are like Indian Rs. 7000/- for two way ride and since we were near Diwali time, the price was running like 4800/-.
Apart from this there are 4 options by which you can also enjoy Scenic beauty which comes during the trek.
2.) By Pony / Mules
The first one and very popular is to take Pony/mule ride which can cost you around 2500/-3000/- from Gaurikund and they take on 4-5 hrs. Pony and mules also available on the way like from Bhimbhali, Jungle chhati etc.
3.) Palki
Next is Palki or doli which is like Palanquin service cost Rs. 4000-4500/-.
4.) Sling carrier
Then comes Sling carrier rides which cost around rs. 3000/-. Both palki and sling carriers are popular amount old age people and kids.
Now the cost I had mentioned here are in Approx figure and for ONE WAY RIDE only.
The last and best from rest way is to take Bus no. 11, I mean use your own legs, which we used in this trek.
If you have any query, feel free to contact me :)
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