Char Dham 2027: opening dates announced on Maha Shivratri 6 Mar 2027 - Yamunotri & Gangotri 8 May, Kedarnath 11 May, Badrinath 12-13 May. Registration is mandatory; book the Dehradun taxi 2-3 weeks before opening.
Char Dham Yatra 2027: Opening Dates, Registration and the Dehradun Taxi Plan
The Char Dham Yatra — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath — reopens every year on Akshaya Tritiya, and 2027 is already being planned. The official dates are announced on Maha Shivratri (6 March 2027), but the panchang pattern is fixed, so you can lock the taxi and rooms now. Here is the full 2027 picture with the registration rule most first-timers miss.
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Char Dham 2027 Opening Dates (Tentative)
| Dham | Opening 2027 (expected) | Closing (tentative) |
|---|---|---|
| Yamunotri | 8 May (Akshaya Tritiya) | 31 Oct |
| Gangotri | 8 May (Akshaya Tritiya) | 30 Oct |
| Kedarnath | 11 May | 31 Oct |
| Badrinath | 12–13 May | early Nov |
Final dates are announced on Maha Shivratri, 6 March 2027 by the temple committees. Do not book anything non-refundable before that date — but do lock your taxi and driver well in advance, because May–June is the peak rush.
Registration: Mandatory for Every Pilgrim
Registration on the Uttarakhand tourism portal is compulsory for all four dhams, and it usually opens around February–March 2027. Carry a photo ID, keep the QR e-pass saved offline, and finish it before leaving Dehradun — checks happen at multiple points on the route.
The Circuit & How Many Days It Takes
| Leg | Approx distance from Dehradun |
|---|---|
| Dehradun → Yamunotri (Janki Chatti) | ~175 km |
| → Gangotri (via Uttarkashi) | ~260 km |
| → Kedarnath (Sonprayag) | ~230 km |
| → Badrinath | ~340 km |
A comfortable full circuit from Dehradun takes 10–12 days. Anaya Cab runs the complete Char Dham taxi with hill-expert drivers and a custom fare per vehicle and days (Innova and Tempo Traveller for families). The final Kedarnath stretch is on foot, pony or helicopter from Gaurikund — cars stop at Sonprayag.
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Taxi: What to Book Early
| Vehicle | Best for | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan (Dzire) | 2–3 pilgrims | custom quote |
| Innova Crysta | 4–6, family | custom quote |
| Tempo Traveller | 7–12, group | custom quote |
Fares are quoted per vehicle, days and buffer stops — confirm on WhatsApp +91 80776 11583 before booking. Keep two buffer days in your plan, because a single landslide can shift the whole circuit.
Quick Booking Snapshot
| Item | Note |
|---|---|
| Registration | before leaving Dehradun |
| Buffer days | 1–2 extra |
| Cash | ATMs thin out past Rudraprayag |
| Booking window | 2–3 weeks before opening |
Frequently Asked Questions
Final dates are announced on Maha Shivratri, 6 March 2027. Tentatively: Yamunotri and Gangotri on Akshaya Tritiya (8 May), Kedarnath on 11 May and Badrinath on 12-13 May 2027.
Yes. Registration on the Uttarakhand tourism portal is compulsory for all four dhams. It usually opens around February-March 2027; carry a photo ID and the QR e-pass.
A comfortable full circuit takes 10-12 days by road from Dehradun, covering Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath with buffer days.
Anaya Cab quotes a custom fare per vehicle and number of days (Innova and Tempo Traveller). Confirm the exact amount on WhatsApp +91 80776 11583 before booking.
Book 2-3 weeks before the opening dates. May-June is the peak rush, and good drivers and Innova/Tempo vehicles get reserved early.