{"id":3835,"date":"2025-02-13T09:09:44","date_gmt":"2025-02-13T09:09:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/?p=3835"},"modified":"2026-05-09T08:23:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-09T08:23:33","slug":"chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/","title":{"rendered":"Char Dham Yatra Opening and Closing Dates 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The moment millions of pilgrims across India and around the world have been waiting for is here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/char-dham-yatra\/\">Chardham Yatra<\/a> 2026 opening dates have been officially announced by the respective temple committees. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/yamunotri-dham\/\">Yamunotri<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/gangotri-temple\/\">Gangotri<\/a> temples will open together on 19 April 2026, marking the formal start of the pilgrimage season. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/kedarnath-dham\/\">Kedarnath Temple<\/a> will open on 22 April 2026, followed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/badrinath-temple\/\">Badrinath Temple<\/a> on 23 April 2026, completing the Char Dham opening sequence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 2026 Chardham Yatra season is open. If you have been planning your Yatra \u2014 or planning your parents&#8217; Yatra \u2014 this is the guide you need before booking anything. We have covered every confirmed date, every temple timing, the best windows to travel, and exactly how helicopter Yatra from Dehradun fits into the 2026 season calendar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I am Rashmi Negi \u2014 Founder of Udan Aviation, an ISO-certified <a href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/chardham-yatra-by-helicopter.html\">Chardham Yatra helicopter<\/a> operator in Dehradun. I have been in the pilgrimage tourism industry for 16 years. Every detail in this guide is based on official temple committee announcements and verified information. Where dates are tentative, I have said so clearly.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Yamunotri_Dham_%E2%80%94_Opening_Date_19_April_2026\" >Yamunotri Dham \u2014 Opening Date 19 April 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Daily_Darshan_Timings_at_Yamunotri_2026\" >Daily Darshan Timings at Yamunotri 2026:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Gangotri_Dham_%E2%80%94_Opening_Date_19_April_2026\" >Gangotri Dham \u2014 Opening Date 19 April 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Daily_Darshan_Timings_at_Gangotri_2026\" >Daily Darshan Timings at Gangotri 2026:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Kedarnath_Dham_%E2%80%94_Opening_Date_22_April_2026\" >Kedarnath Dham \u2014 Opening Date 22 April 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Daily_Darshan_Timings_at_Kedarnath_2026\" >Daily Darshan Timings at Kedarnath 2026:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Badrinath_Dham_%E2%80%94_Opening_Date_23_April_2026\" >Badrinath Dham \u2014 Opening Date 23 April 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Daily_Darshan_Timings_at_Badrinath_2026\" >Daily Darshan Timings at Badrinath 2026:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Chardham_Yatra_2026_Closing_Dates\" >Chardham Yatra 2026 Closing Dates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Best_Time_to_Do_Chardham_Yatra_by_Helicopter_in_2026\" >Best Time to Do Chardham Yatra by Helicopter in 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#May_%E2%80%94_Best_Month_for_Helicopter_Yatra\" >May \u2014 Best Month for Helicopter Yatra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#June_%E2%80%94_Good_Month_Book_Early\" >June \u2014 Good Month, Book Early<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#July_and_August_%E2%80%94_Monsoon_Season_%E2%80%94_Not_Recommended\" >July and August \u2014 Monsoon Season \u2014 Not Recommended<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#September_%E2%80%94_The_Hidden_Best_Month\" >September \u2014 The Hidden Best Month<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#October_%E2%80%94_Last_Window_Before_Closing\" >October \u2014 Last Window Before Closing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#How_Chardham_Yatra_by_Helicopter_Fits_the_2026_Season\" >How Chardham Yatra by Helicopter Fits the 2026 Season<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Chardham_2026_Mandatory_Registration\" >Chardham 2026 Mandatory Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/#Book_Your_2026_Chardham_Yatra_by_Helicopter\" >Book Your 2026 Chardham Yatra by Helicopter<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chardham_Yatra_2026_Opening_Dates_%E2%80%94_All_4_Dhams_at_a_Glance\"><\/span><b>Chardham Yatra 2026 Opening Dates \u2014 All 4 Dhams at a Glance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Dham<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Opening Date<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Auspicious Occasion<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Closing Date<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yamunotri<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>19 April 2026<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Akshaya Tritiya<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11 November 2026 (tentative) on Bhai Dooj<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangotri<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>19 April 2026<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Akshaya Tritiya<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 November 2026 (tentative)\u00a0 on Bhai Dooj<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kedarnath<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>22 April 2026<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Announced on Maha Shivratri<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11 November 2026 (tentative) on Bhai Dooj<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Badrinath<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>23 April 2026<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Announced on Basant Panchami<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13 November 2026 (tentative) two weeks after Diwali.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3841\" src=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Char-Dham-Yatra-Opening-and-Closing-Dates.jpg\" alt=\"Char Dham Yatra Opening and Closing Dates\" width=\"900\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Char-Dham-Yatra-Opening-and-Closing-Dates.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Char-Dham-Yatra-Opening-and-Closing-Dates-400x244.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Char-Dham-Yatra-Opening-and-Closing-Dates-650x397.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Char-Dham-Yatra-Opening-and-Closing-Dates-250x153.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Char-Dham-Yatra-Opening-and-Closing-Dates-768x469.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Char-Dham-Yatra-Opening-and-Closing-Dates-150x92.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Char-Dham-Yatra-Opening-and-Closing-Dates-800x489.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Note on closing dates:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Closing dates are tentative and confirmed closer to the end of season by respective temple committees. Gangotri closes on Diwali, Yamunotri and Kedarnath close on Bhai Dooj, and Badrinath closes approximately two weeks after Diwali.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yamunotri_Dham_%E2%80%94_Opening_Date_19_April_2026\"><\/span><b>Yamunotri Dham \u2014 Opening Date 19 April 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Dedicated to:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Goddess Yamuna \u2014 source of the sacred Yamuna River\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Location:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Altitude:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 3,291 metres above sea level<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Opening:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 19 April 2026 \u2014 Akshaya Tritiya<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Yamunotri Temple will open on April 19, 2026, for the Char Dham Yatra. Every year the temple opens on Akshaya Tritiya.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluecorona.com\/blog\/google-business-profile-guidelines\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yamunotri is traditionally the first Dham visited in the Chardham circuit \u2014 the sacred starting point of the pilgrimage. The Kapat opening ceremony begins with a grand procession from Kharsali village \u2014 the winter seat of Goddess Yamuna \u2014 to the main temple. This opening ceremony draws thousands of devotees every year.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Daily_Darshan_Timings_at_Yamunotri_2026\"><\/span><b>Daily Darshan Timings at Yamunotri 2026:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Morning Darshan: 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Afternoon: Temple remains open<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evening Aarti: 7:30 PM to 8:00 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Important for helicopter pilgrims:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Yamunotri is reached by helicopter to Kharsali helipad. From Kharsali, pony or palki service takes pilgrims the 6 kilometres to the temple. At Udan Aviation, pony and palki service is included in all Chardham helicopter packages \u2014 your elderly parent does not walk this route.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gangotri_Dham_%E2%80%94_Opening_Date_19_April_2026\"><\/span><b>Gangotri Dham \u2014 Opening Date 19 April 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Dedicated to:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Goddess Ganga \u2014 source of the sacred River Ganga\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Location:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Altitude:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 3,100 metres above sea level\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Opening:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 19 April 2026 \u2014 Akshaya Tritiya<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangotri Opening Date 2026 is set for April 19, welcoming devotees and marking the beginning of the Char Dham Yatra pilgrimage season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangotri opens on the same auspicious day as Yamunotri \u2014 Akshaya Tritiya \u2014 making April 19 the official start of the 2026 Chardham season. The opening ceremony involves a ceremonial procession of the idol of Goddess Ganga from her winter abode at Mukhba village back to the Gangotri temple.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Daily_Darshan_Timings_at_Gangotri_2026\"><\/span><b>Daily Darshan Timings at Gangotri 2026:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Morning Darshan: 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Afternoon: Closed 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evening Darshan: 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Important for helicopter pilgrims:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Gangotri is reached by helicopter to Harsil helipad, followed by a road transfer of approximately 25 kilometres to the temple. The road from Harsil to Gangotri passes through spectacular Himalayan scenery alongside the Bhagirathi River.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kedarnath_Dham_%E2%80%94_Opening_Date_22_April_2026\"><\/span><b>Kedarnath Dham \u2014 Opening Date 22 April 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Dedicated to:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Lord Shiva \u2014 one of the 12 Jyotirlingas\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Location:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Altitude:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 3,583 metres above sea level \u2014 highest of the four Dhams\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Opening:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 22 April 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kedarnath Temple will open on 22 April 2026 at 8:00 AM.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/business\/answer\/7667250?hl=en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kedarnath opens a few days after Yamunotri and Gangotri because of its significantly higher altitude \u2014 at 3,583 metres, additional time is required for snow clearance and route preparation after winter. Kedarnath&#8217;s Kapat date is set by the Jyotirmath Shankaracharya and announced on Mahashivratri.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/localimpact.com\/blog\/google-business-profile-guidelines\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The opening ceremony at Kedarnath is one of the most spiritually powerful moments of the entire Chardham season. The idol of Lord Shiva returns from its winter home at Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath in a ceremonial procession \u2014 accompanied by priests, devotees, and military bands.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Daily_Darshan_Timings_at_Kedarnath_2026\"><\/span><b>Daily Darshan Timings at Kedarnath 2026:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Morning Darshan: 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Afternoon: Closed 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evening Darshan: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Important for helicopter pilgrims:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At Udan Aviation, our complete Chardham package reaches Kedarnath on Day 4. Your group flies from Dehradun to Guptkashi. From Guptkashi helipad, a short transfer takes you to Kedarnath. The walk from the Kedarnath helipad to the temple is approximately 500 metres on flat ground \u2014 manageable for elderly pilgrims. VIP Darshan at Kedarnath is included in all our packages \u2014 no queue waiting.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Badrinath_Dham_%E2%80%94_Opening_Date_23_April_2026\"><\/span><b>Badrinath Dham \u2014 Opening Date 23 April 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Dedicated to:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Lord Vishnu\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Location:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Chamoli district, Uttarakhand\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Altitude:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 3,133 metres above sea level\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Opening:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 23 April 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/blog\/badrinath-opening-closing-date\/\">Badrinath Opening Date 2026 on<\/a> 23 April, marking the beginning of the pilgrimage season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Badrinath is the final and most sacred Dham on the Chardham circuit. The Badrinath temple opening date is declared on Basant Panchami. A grand procession of the idol is observed from the royal palace of Joshimath to the respective temple.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ollyolly.com\/tutorials\/how-does-service-area-work-in-google-business-profile\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The opening ceremony at Badrinath is a grand occasion \u2014 the idol of Lord Vishnu is brought from his winter seat at Pandukeshwar near Joshimath in a formal procession, and the first Aarti of the season is performed. Thousands of pilgrims gather specifically for this opening ceremony.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Daily_Darshan_Timings_at_Badrinath_2026\"><\/span><b>Daily Darshan Timings at Badrinath 2026:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Morning Darshan: 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Afternoon: Closed 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evening Darshan: 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Important for helicopter pilgrims:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Badrinath is Day 5 of Udan Aviation&#8217;s complete Chardham package. After VIP Darshan, pilgrims visit Mana village \u2014 the last village of India before the Tibet border, approximately 3 kilometres from Badrinath temple \u2014 and see Vyas Gufa, Bheem Pul, and the origin of the Saraswati River.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chardham_Yatra_2026_Closing_Dates\"><\/span><b>Chardham Yatra 2026 Closing Dates<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tentative 2026 closing dates are:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangotri \u2014 10 November (Diwali),\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yamunotri \u2014 11 November (Bhai Dooj),\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kedarnath \u2014 11 November (Bhai Dooj),<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Badrinath \u2014 13 November.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/business\/answer\/10737668?hl=en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The closing ceremonies are as sacred as the opening ceremonies. Each temple&#8217;s idol is ceremonially carried to its winter home:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Yamunotri<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> idol moves to Kharsali village<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gangotri<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> idol moves to Mukhba village<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kedarnath<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> idol moves to Ukhimath (Omkareshwar Temple)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Badrinath<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> idol moves to Pandukeshwar village near Joshimath<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pilgrims who witness the closing ceremonies describe them as among the most moving spiritual experiences of their lives.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Do_Chardham_Yatra_by_Helicopter_in_2026\"><\/span><b>Best Time to Do Chardham Yatra by Helicopter in 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 2026 season runs from late April to November \u2014 but not all months are equal for helicopter operations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_%E2%80%94_Best_Month_for_Helicopter_Yatra\"><\/span><b>May \u2014 Best Month for Helicopter Yatra<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May is the peak month for Chardham helicopter Yatra. The weather is settled, the snow has cleared from the helipads, the temples are freshly opened, and the Himalayan landscape is at its most spectacular. Pilgrims who complete the Yatra in May describe the experience as the purest \u2014 the temples are newly consecrated for the season and the energy is exceptional.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Helicopter availability in May:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Seats fill very quickly. Most May departure dates are booked by March or April. If you are planning a May departure \u2014 book immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"June_%E2%80%94_Good_Month_Book_Early\"><\/span><b>June \u2014 Good Month, Book Early<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">June remains excellent for helicopter Yatra. Weather is generally stable in the first two weeks. The monsoon typically begins in Uttarakhand in the last week of June. Helicopter operations continue but are subject to more weather-related delays as the month progresses.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"July_and_August_%E2%80%94_Monsoon_Season_%E2%80%94_Not_Recommended\"><\/span><b>July and August \u2014 Monsoon Season \u2014 Not Recommended<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helicopter operations in July and August are significantly affected by monsoon weather. The monsoon months of July and August are not recommended as heavy rains and landslides make travel unsafe.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We at Udan Aviation do not recommend booking helicopter packages in July or August. Safety is our non-negotiable first principle \u2014 and Himalayan monsoon conditions are not safe for regular helicopter operations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"September_%E2%80%94_The_Hidden_Best_Month\"><\/span><b>September \u2014 The Hidden Best Month<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">September is genuinely the best-kept secret of the Chardham helicopter season. The post-monsoon window from mid-September to mid-October is the best-kept secret of the Chardham Yatra. The trails are quieter, the sky is clear, and the landscape after the monsoon is dramatically alive.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/localimpact.com\/blog\/google-business-profile-guidelines\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>For helicopter Yatra specifically, September offers:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleaner skies for flying \u2014 monsoon humidity gone<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less crowding at each temple \u2014 shorter waits even for VIP Darshan<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooler, more comfortable temperatures for elderly pilgrims<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Himalayas in full green \u2014 post-monsoon landscape is breathtaking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helicopter seat availability is better than May<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are flexible on timing \u2014 September is our recommendation for elderly pilgrims and NRI families.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"October_%E2%80%94_Last_Window_Before_Closing\"><\/span><b>October \u2014 Last Window Before Closing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October is the final window for helicopter Yatra before the temples begin closing. Weather can be unpredictable but clear windows are common. The temples close in November \u2014 October is the last month for the complete Chardham circuit by helicopter.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Chardham_Yatra_by_Helicopter_Fits_the_2026_Season\"><\/span><b>How Chardham Yatra by Helicopter Fits the 2026 Season<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For pilgrims doing the full Chardham circuit by road, the traditional journey takes 10 from Haridwar and\u00a0 12 days from Delhi. For elderly pilgrims, NRI families, and those with physical limitations, the road journey is simply not possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Udan Aviation&#8217;s Chardham helicopter packages complete all four Dhams in 6 days from Dehradun \u2014 departing from Sahastradhara Helipad and returning to Dehradun after Badrinath Darshan. Every departure includes VIP Darshan at all four temples, 5 nights accommodation, all meals, and a dedicated Yatra coordinator throughout.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Package dates available for 2026:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>May:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Multiple departures \u2014 book immediately, most dates nearly full<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>June:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Available \u2014 early booking recommended<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>September:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Available \u2014 best weather window, strong availability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>October:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Available \u2014 final month before season end<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chardham_2026_Mandatory_Registration\"><\/span><b>Chardham 2026 Mandatory Registration<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All pilgrims doing the Chardham Yatra in 2026 must register at the official Uttarakhand Government portal before their journey. This is a legal requirement \u2014 without a Yatra Registration Number, entry to the Dham helipads and temples is not permitted.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Official registration portal:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registration is free. It takes approximately 15 minutes per person and can be completed from anywhere in the world \u2014 including from abroad for NRI families. Each pilgrim receives a unique Yatra Registration Number which is checked at every Dham entry point.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Udan Aviation assists with registration:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you need help with the registration process \u2014 especially for NRI families registering parents from abroad \u2014 our team guides you through every step. Contact us on WhatsApp at +91 93104 19931.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Q-1: When does Chardham Yatra 2026 start?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 2026 Chardham Yatra officially begins on 19 April 2026 with the opening of Yamunotri and Gangotri temples on Akshaya Tritiya. Kedarnath opens on 22 April and Badrinath on 23 April 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q-2: Which Chardham Dham opens first in 2026?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yamunotri and Gangotri open simultaneously on 19 April 2026 \u2014 both on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya. Yamunotri is traditionally the first Dham visited in the Chardham circuit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q-3: When does Kedarnath open in 2026?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kedarnath opens on 22 April 2026. The Kapat opening time is 8:00 AM. The opening date is announced by the Jyotirmath Shankaracharya on Mahashivratri every year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q-4: When does Badrinath open in 2026?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Badrinath opens on 23 April 2026. The exact opening time is announced by the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee closer to the date.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q-5: When does Chardham Yatra 2026 end?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0The 2026 Chardham season tentatively closes in November \u2014 Gangotri on 10 November, Yamunotri and Kedarnath on 11 November, and Badrinath on 13 November. Exact closing dates are confirmed by temple committees closer to the time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q-6: Can I do Chardham Yatra by helicopter in May 2026?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 May is the peak month for Chardham helicopter Yatra. Helicopter seats are limited and May departures fill very quickly. Book as early as possible to secure your preferred dates. Contact Udan Aviation on WhatsApp at +91 93104 19931.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q-7: Is it safe to do Chardham Yatra in July and August?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Helicopter operations in July and August are significantly affected by monsoon weather. Udan Aviation does not recommend helicopter packages in these months. The best months for helicopter Yatra are May, June, September, and October.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q-8: What documents do I need for Chardham Yatra 2026?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every pilgrim requires a valid government-issued photo ID \u2014 Aadhaar card, passport, or voter ID \u2014 and a Chardham Yatra Registration Number from the official Uttarakhand Government portal at registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in. Foreign nationals must carry their passport.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q-9: How long does Chardham Yatra take by helicopter?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Udan Aviation&#8217;s complete Chardham Yatra by helicopter covers all 4 Dhams in 6 days and 5 nights from Dehradun. This compares with 10 to 12 days for the road route. All helicopter packages include VIP Darshan at every temple, hotels, all meals, and a dedicated coordinator.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q-10: Can NRI families book Chardham helicopter Yatra for parents in India?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Udan Aviation handles NRI bookings from USA, UK, Canada, UAE, and Australia. We assist with Yatra registration, provide digital documentation, and offer WhatsApp support across time zones. Contact us at +91 93104 19931.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Book_Your_2026_Chardham_Yatra_by_Helicopter\"><\/span><b>Book Your 2026 Chardham Yatra by Helicopter<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The season is open. The temples are welcoming pilgrims now. Helicopter seats for May and September are filling fast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your family has been planning this Yatra \u2014 for your parents, your grandparents, or yourself \u2014 this is the moment to confirm your dates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Udan Aviation is an ISO-certified Chardham helicopter operator based at Sahastradhara Helipad, Dehradun. Founded by Rashmi Negi \u2014 MBA in Tourism Management, 16 years experience. 2,000+ pilgrims served. Zero safety incidents.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Complete Chardham Yatra \u2014 6 Days 5 Nights \u2014 \u20b92,30,000 per person all-inclusive<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>WhatsApp: +91 93104 19931<\/b> <b>\ud83d\udcde Call: +91 93104 19931<\/b> <b>\u2709 Email: info@udanaviation.in<\/b> <b>\ud83c\udf10<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.udanaviation.in\/\"><b>www.udanaviation.in<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Udan Aviation \u2014 ISO-certified Chardham Yatra helicopter operator, Dehradun, Uttarakhand. All dates in this article are based on official temple committee announcements. Closing dates are tentative and subject to final confirmation by temple authorities.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The moment millions of pilgrims across India and around the world have been waiting for is here. The Chardham Yatra 2026 opening dates have been officially announced by the respective temple committees. Yamunotri and Gangotri temples will open together on 19 April 2026, marking the formal start of the pilgrimage season. 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