Uttarakhand is considered Dev Bhoomi (Land of Gods) because it is the land of great pilgrimages, sacred temples and places, which attract many pilgrims and spiritual seekers to seek enlightenment. Also, it is believed that people who belong to Hinduism should visit here for Chardham yatra once in their lifetime.
The pilgrimage site Char Dhams located in the Garhwal region, is considered the foremost sacred place in India. The Chardham yatra is named Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. Here is the mentioned Chardham Kapat opening and closing date for the year 2026.
Chardham Yatra Kapat Opening Date 2026 (Tentative)
Note: These dates are tentative and may change as per temple committee announcements and weather conditions.
| Yamunotri Temple | 19 April 2026 |
| Gangotri Temple | 19 April 2026 |
| Kedarnath Temple | 22 April 2026 |
| Badrinath Temple | 23 April 2026 |
Chardham Yatra Kapat Closing Date 2026 (Tentative)
| Yamunotri Temple | 1 November 2026 |
| Gangotri Temple | 1 November 2026 |
| Kedarnath Temple | 6 November 2026 |
| Badrinath Temple | 6 November 2026 |
Also Read – Which Chardham To Do First?
Also, check the Chardham Temple and Aarti timings for an easy idea of the time to visit the sacred temples.
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Yamunotri Opening & Closing Dates 2026
Yamunotri Dham will open for pilgrims on 19 April 2026. Yamunotri Temple opens its gates on the occasion of Akshay Tritya annually. The Yamunotri shrine closed its gates for pilgrims on 1 November 2026. Check the detailed Opening and closing dates of Yamunotri in the article.
Gangotri Opening & Closing Dates 2026
Gangotri Temple will open on 19 April 2026 and can be closed on a subsequent day near Diwali i.e. on 1 November 2026. Gangotri Dham opens on the auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritya annually and closes on the day after the Diwali festival, November 2026. The Gangotri Temple opening and closing dates in detail can be checked in its article.
Kedarnath Opening & Closing Dates 2026
Kedarnath temple gates will open on 22 April 2026 and can be closed on 6 November 2026. The opening date of Kedarnath is said and selected on the day of Maha Shivratri. The deadline of Kedarnath temple is fixed, i.e. on Bhai Dooj, the gates of Kedarnath shrine get closed for winter. Also, Check the Kedarnath Opening and Closing dates and detailed information in the blog.
Badrinath Opening & Closing Dates 2026
Badrinath will open for pilgrims on 23 April 2026 and is closing on 6 November 2026 (Tentative). The opening date of Badrinath Temple has been selected, Basant Panchmi and shutting dates are going to be declared on Vijayadashmi.
Char Dham Yatra Package
Planning to have the Char Dham Yatra? Check out our exclusive Char Dham Yatra Package that includes Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. Our packages are designed keeping in mind your budget, time and convenience. So, that you can have the best and most fulfilling Yatra experience.
Chardham Yatra from Haridwar
Chardham Yatra Tour Packages from Haridwar are given below. One can easily book them as per their Convenience.
Do Dham Yatra Package
If you want to visit Do Dhams only, then you can visit Badrinath and Kedarnath. The packages for those Dhams are as follows:
Chardham Yatra Map
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FAQ’s
In the months from late April to October or November, the Chardham Yatra can be done by the devotees. As there is less snowfall during this time period.
The Kedarnath will be closed nearly 6 November 2026 in this year.
The Gangotri Dham closes on 1 November 2026 as these dates are tentative there can be changes in these dates but the expected closing days are as given.
If you are planning for Chardham Yatra You should start the yatra from Yamunotri till Badrinath
An average of 10 days are expected to complete the Chardham Yatra.
