Kartik Swami
Duration : 2 Days
Altitude : 10000 ft
Best Season : All Season
Difficulty Level : Easy
Kartik Swami Temple, located near Kanakchauri village on the Rudraprayag-Pokhari route in Uttarakhand, is dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, the elder son of Lord Shiva. A 3 km trek from Kanakchauri village takes you to this serene temple. It is believed that Lord Kartikeya offered his bones as a symbol of devotion to his father, an incident that is said to have occurred at this site. Kartik Swami is also known as Kartik Murugan in Southern India. The temple is known for its Sandhya Aarti (evening prayers), the chanting of mantras, and the occasional Maha-Bhandara (grand feast), attracting both devotees and tourists alike.
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Inclusions
- Transportation as per itinerary
- Vegetarian Food
- Sharing accomodation
- Gears: Micro Spikes and Gaiters in snow conditions
- Experienced and Qualified Guides
- Sanitised and Hygienic Camp sites and Hotels
Exclusions
- 5 % GST
- Anything not mentioned in inclusion list
- Meals during Transportation
- Any kind of personal Expenses
- Unscheduled or extended stay due to road blocks, Landslides, Heavy Snowfalls
- Mules or porter charges to carry private baggage
Itinerary
Day 1 : Departure from Rishikesh/Dehradun and Arrival at Kanakchauri Village
Pick-up from Rishikesh/Dehradun at 6:00 AM for a 7-8 hour drive to Kanakchauri village, with breakfast and lunch en route Arrive in the evening, check-in to a guest house or campsite, enjoy a local dinner, and receive a trek briefing before resting for the night.
Day 2 : Kanakchauri to Rishikesh
After an early breakfast, start the 3 km trek to Kartik Swami Temple, enjoying scenic views along the way. Upon reaching the temple, explore and offer prayers while taking in the panoramic views of the Garhwal Himalayas. Enjoy a packed lunch or simple meal at the temple, followed by Sandhya Aarti (evening prayers) and optionally the Maha-Bhandara (grand feast). Descend back to Kanakchauri village, have dinner, and rest for the night. The next day, after breakfast, begin the return trek to Kanakchauri, then drive back to Rishikesh/Dehradun, arriving by 6:00 PM.
Things to carry
- 45-60 Ltr Bag Pack With Rain Cover & Comfortable Straps
- Hot & Cold Water Bottle Like Borosil & Milton
- Energy Bar, Dry Fruits & ORS
- Personal Medical Kit
- 2/3 Full Sleeves (Non-Cotton)
- 1 Full Fleece T-Shirt
- 1 Fleece Jacket (Woollen Or Sweater
- 1 Down Feather/Hollofil Jacket
- 1 Waterproof Jacket/Poncho
- 1 Pair Thermal Inners (Upper And Lower)
- 2 Trek Pants (Avoid Shorts & Denim Pants
- 1 Pair of Waterproof Gloves
- 1 Pair of Woollen Gloves
- Sun Cap, wollen cap, Cat 3 sunglasses
- wollen and cotton socks 3-4 pairs
- Pairs Of Sunglasses (U/V Protected)
- 1 Neck Gaiters (Buff)
- Tiffin Box
- 1 Waterproof & High Ankle Trekking Shoes
- 1 Pair Of Floaters
- Hand Sanitizer & Sunscreen Lotion
- Toothbrush And Toothpaste
- Toilet Paper And Wet Wipes
- Quick Dry Towel, Lip Balm & Antibacterial Powder
How to reach
- The closest airport to Rishikesh is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, about 20 kilometers away. Flights to Jolly Grant are available from major Indian cities, after which you can take a taxi or bus to reach Rishikesh.
- Rishikesh has a railway station, Yog Nagri Rishikesh Railway Station Junction, which is well-connected to various parts of India. Many trains from major cities stop at Rishikesh. You can check the train schedule and book your tickets in advance to reach Rishikesh by train.
- State-owned and private bus services operate regular routes to Rishikesh. You can check with local bus terminals or use online bus booking platforms to find schedules and book your tickets. The town has a well-connected bus terminal that caters to travelers arriving by bus.
