While planning a trip to Kedarnath, there are a few tips for what to shop or carry things, that will help you have a comfortable and smooth journey.
1. Woolen warm clothes – Due to the cold weather in Kedarnath, pack warm clothes for the trip, even in the month of May and June you can experience snowfall, to keep you warm pack woolen clothes.
2. Light backpack – the trek from Gauri Kund to Kedarnath is long, its better to keep your backpack with only necessary stuff, so that you don’t get tired on your way
3. First Aid – a first aid kit will be very beneficial for the cold weather and long trek to prevent any injuries and sickness.
4. Trekking/ hiking boots – keep good pair of hiking boots to avoid slipping on roads, especially in cold weather.
5. Snacks– pack a handful of munching snacks to avoid hunger on your trek journey
6. Water bottle– carry plenty of warm water with you, it will be the most essential thing to carry to keep you hydrated and warm.
7. Powerbank and cash – due to no imp halting stops it’s hard to find atm so it’s better to carry some money and a power bank to charge your mobile phone for emergencies
8. Carrying an umbrella, sunglasses, and raincoat will help you have an uninterrupted trek.
Blog by: Gurleen Kaur