A certain amount of dedicated preparation can make your Chardham yatra easy. Read on to learn all the preparations you need to undertake before setting out for Chardhams.

1. Top 10 Essential Tips to Prepare
for Chardham Yatra
 A certain amount of dedicated preparation can make your Chardham yatra
easy. Read on to learn all the preparations you need to undertake before setting
out for Chardhams.
 The four sacred shrines of Hindu faith Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and
Badrinath are popularly known as “Char Dhams”. Nestled amidst the high
peaks of snow-clad Garhwal Himalayas, Chardhams is region of real natural
beauty but visiting all the four shrines can prove quite a daunting experience
for both – the adventure seekers as well as the pilgrim, the route being rugged
and steep. In order to savor the full essence of this “trip of a lifetime” you need
to be physically fit and make certain preparations in advance of 2-3 months
commencing the ‘Yatra’.
 Here are 10 essential Tips that will help you prepare for Chrdham Yatra most
ideally thereby converting a difficult journey into a rewarding experience
indeed.

2. 1- Choose The Right Time
 As all the shrines are scattered in the mountainous
region of Uttarakhand, the roads and shrines remain
closed due to snow from November-March. The roads
open from April-May. However, it is also the peak
holiday season. June-August is the monsoon season
which can jeopardize your tour plans due to
unpredictable rains, landslides etc.. September-October
is the best time to leave the crowd behind and enjoy this
trip.

3. 2- Be Physically Fit
 This is a strenuous journey, which requires physical
fitness and stamina. Take necessary steps to remain fit
before and throughout the journey. Keep yourself
hydrated by drinking water from time to time while
trekking uphill.

4. 3- Carry First Aid Kit
 This kit must contain some water purifying medicine
like ‘Zeoline’ apart from medicines prescribed for
common ailments like stomach upset, cough & cold,
altitude sickness, muscle sprain, cotton and bandage.

5. 4- Travel Light
 Packing a light luggage with only the bare necessities
will go a long way when you trek along mountain
curves.

6. 5- Woolens and Emergency
Equipments
 Irrespective of the season, the high altitude keeps
these regions cold throughout the year. So dress in
lightweight thermals, windcheaters that are easy to
carry and yet protect you from the biting cold. Also
carry a torch, sunscreen lotion, mosquito repellent,
invest in a pair good trekking shoes and if possible a
swiss knife.

7. 6- Practice Walking
 This trip is certainly not for you if you are looking for a
luxury leisure vacation. It requires trekking on an
ascending gradient in high altitude, which means your
lungs need to work overtime. So, if you wish to enjoy
the generous beauty that surrounds the senses on your
way uphill, you must have a store of stamina within
you. So give your legs an added muscle strength and
stamina by getting into a long walk practice session
many days ahead of the journey

8. 7- Carry Food Ration
 Carry some dry fruits, chocolates and energy bars to
munch along your way. This not only reduces boredom
but also packs a healthy punch.

9. 8- Be in Good Company
 Travelling in a group is always a good idea. Inspiring,
positive company makes arduous journey seem short,
help is just a call away and keeps touts at bay.

10. 9- Know the Rules of the Land
 This is no ordinary hiking trip. This land echoes
deeply seeded religious sentiments of people seeking
renunciation and redemption. You may have to go
vegetarian for this trip. Follow the instructions
requested in the shrines like covering your head and
entering the temples barefoot.

11. 10- Where There is a Will There is
a Way
 It is important that you do proper research about the
terrain, amenities available on the way, keep an eye on
the weather headlines for news of any landslide, heavy
rains, earth-quake and hire a good tour operator if you
must before embarking on your journey.

12. What Say Believers
 As the believers say, do your best and leave the rest to
God to lead you through all difficulties en route till you
reach your destination.

13. Contact Us
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