Char Dham Yatra Opening & Closing Dates 2026

Plan Your Sacred Himalayan Journey with Vaayu Aviation

Char Dham Yatra is every Hindu’s dream. At least once in their lifetime, every Hindu wants to visit Char Dham. Each year, millions of devotees visit the holy shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath in Uttarakhand. This yatra is known among the Hindu religion as a path to Moksha and to cleanse the souls of pilgrims. However, it’s a long journey, hence it is necessary to pre-plan the yatra. 

Those planning for a Char Dham Yatra 2026, there is some good news for you. The dates have been declared by the shrine committees, and these dates are based on the Hindu Panchang.

We at Vaayu Aviation believe that no pilgrim should face discomfort, hence we bring you a guide to the Char Dham 2026, including temple dates, darshan timings, best time to visit, and miscellaneous tips. This guide will help you plan your yatra efficiently and experience a smoother darshan.

Char Dham Yatra 2026 – Opening & Closing Dates

Note: Closing dates are tentative and may change based on weather conditions.

Yamunotri Temple – Opening & Timings 2026

The Yamunotri temple will open at Akshaya Tritiya from 19 April onwards. Below are the timings of rituals and darshan.

Yamunotri Daily Temple Timings

Gangotri Temple – Opening & Timings 2026

The Gangotri Dham will open on Akshay Tritya, which is on 19th April 206, and will be open till November. Please note that the temple remains closed between 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

Gangotri Daily Temple Timings

Temple remains closed between 02:00 PM and 03:00 PM.

Kedarnath Temple – Opening & Timings 2026

The most visited temple of Lord Shiva is the most awaited one. Its opening dates will be announced on Maha Shivratri 2026. Most likely it will open in April 2022, 2026. If you are planning a Kedarnath Yatra in 2026, then you must know that there is a mandatory registration process that one must complete. Vaayu Aviation brings you Kedarnath Registration 2026 – Complete Guide. We don’t want you to miss out on any important step of your Kedarnath Dham yatra.

Kedarnath Daily Temple Timings

Temple remains closed between 03:00 PM and 05:00 PM.

Badrinath Temple – Opening & Timings 2026

The Badrinath temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The Badrinath temple is usually opened after Kedarnath. The opening date is 24 April 2026.

Badrinath Daily Temple Timings

Temple remains closed between 12:00 PM and 03:00 PM.

Best Time to Visit Char Dham Yatra

The best time to visit the Char Dham is April to June and September to October. During these periods, the weather is usually stable with clear skies and mild temperatures. The condition of the road and trail remains safer and more comfortable for pilgrims. 

Avoid visiting during monsoon rains (between July–August) because there are high chances of landslides and roadblocks. 

Final Tips for Pilgrims

• Book early seats, especially helicopter slots, which fill up fast during peak season. 
• Check weather updates closer to your travel dates, especially in the monsoon months. 
• Prepare for high altitudes, pack warm clothing and basic health precautions are recommended. 

Plan Your Char Dham Yatra with Vaayu Aviation

At Vaayu Aviation, we specialise in creating comfortable and seamless journey packages for the Char Dham Yatra. We offer all modes of travel-

• Helicopter Char Dham Yatra
• Custom luxury pilgrimage plans
• Ground and air travel combinations
• Experienced crew & seamless logistics

Our services help you save time and avoid long road journeys. Along with that, we offer safe, scenic aerial views of the Himalayas. Further, we provide professional support throughout your trip. Not only that, if you are a busy professional, we offer VIP darshan and premium assistance services to save your time.

Whether you’re a first-time pilgrim, a senior traveller, or someone with limited time, our well-planned Char Dham Yatra packages are designed to make this sacred journey peaceful, quick, and spiritually rewarding.