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Yamunotri is the origin of the holy Yamuna River, and one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites located in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand. It is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, believed to be the daughter of Surya Dev (Sun God) and sister of Yama (God of Death).

The Yamunotri Temple is perched at an altitude of 3,293 meters, surrounded by rugged peaks, glaciers, and thermal springs, offering both spiritual peace and raw natural beauty.

Religious Significance

The present temple was built in the 19th century by Maharani Guleria of Jaipur. The deity is a black marble idol of Goddess Yamuna. Pilgrims offer prayers here before visiting the actual source of Yamuna River — the Yamunotri Glacier, located a few kilometers uphill.

One of the main rituals is cooking rice in Surya Kund, a natural hot spring, and offering it to the deity as prasad.

Quick Facts about Yamunotri Dham

Location	Jankichatti, Uttarkashi Uttarakhand
Altitude	3293 meters
Trek Required?	Yes, 6 Kms from Jankichatti
Best time to visit	May-June, Sept-Oct
Temple Open Date	Akashya Tritiya Festival
Temple Close Date	Diwali Festival
Mobile Network	Jio, Airtel, VI and BSNL
Ideal Trip Duration	3 Days

Yamunotri Dham Travel Guide

To visit Yamunotri, one must travel up to Janki Chatti via road and then trek 6 km uphill. The route passes through picturesque valleys, waterfalls, and prayer flags fluttering along the trail. Ponies, palkis, and helicopter options are available for those unable to trek.

You can stay in Barkot, Jankichatti or Kharsali one day before of Yamunotri Trek, so early morning you can start trek and see the sunrise as well over the hills. The 6 km trek from Janki Chatti to Yamunotri is primarily uphill but well-maintained, making it accessible for most individuals with a moderate fitness level. It typically takes 3-4 hours to complete, with fitter trekkers often finishing in about 2 hours. Ponies and Palkis are readily available for those who prefer not to trek or need assistance.

For elderly people, Pony, Palki option available at cost of approximate. 2500/- to 7500/- per person.

Our clients loved the view of snow-clad mountains during the trek and the trek may be moderate but rewarding, once you reach there, you will be amazed to see the temple.

You can plan your visit with Gokeys India (A Registered Agency with Uttarakhand Tourism) and choose from fixed or customized Yamunotri Tour Packages with guide support.

Did you know? Goddess Yamunotri or Maa Yamunotri is twin sister of Yama the lord of death and daughter of Lord Sun (Suryadev)

Ideal Tour Itinerary for Yamunotri Dham

Day 1: Haridwar to Barkot (180 Kms – 6–7 Hours)

Start early morning from Haridwar or Dehradun.
Visit Kempty Falls (optional) en route.
Stay overnight at Barkot.

Day 2: Barkot to Yamunotri and back (Drive + Trek)

Drive to Janki Chatti (45 km)
Start 6 km trek to Yamunotri (by foot, pony, or palki)
Take bath in Surya Kund and perform puja at the temple
Trek back to Janki Chatti and return to Barkot

Day 3: Barkot to Haridwar/Dehradun (180 km – 6–7 Hours)

Breakfast and check out
Optional visit to Lakhamandal (historic Shiva temple) on return
Reach Haridwar or Dehradun by evening

Did you know? Yamunotri is Also known as Jamnotri in local language.

Helicopter Yatra Option

Short on time? Book a 1-Day Helicopter Yatra from Dehradun for Yamunotri Darshan. Includes:

VIP darshan
Guide assistance
Return heli tickets
Meals and transport from helipad

📞 Call Now: +91-9045916770, 7830718687

Did you know? The Source of Yamunotri River is Yamunotri Glacier located at a height 6387 meters near the Bandarpunch Peak in the Himalayas.

Important Links and Emergency Contacts

Accommodation: GMVN Tourist Rest Houses
Yatra Registration: https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in
Emergency: 108 (Ambulance), 104 (Medical), Local Police

Why Visit Yamunotri Dham with Gokeys?

Local experts with 10+ years of experience
4.9★ Rated by Travellers (https://share.google/f3c7HNg4JQizngyPH)
Tailored and budget-friendly packages
Trek assistance and pony/palki coordination
Emergency support during yatra
Helicopter option available

🔎 Reviewed by Haridwar-based yatra guide Amisha Singh, who has led 100+ treks to Yamunotri.

Gokeys India is Registered Travel Agency with Uttarakhand Tourism and working from many years to provide best travel services to happy travellers. You can find details at Uttarakhand Tourism

We are in the top 3 Travel Agency in Haridwar listed on Trip Advisor

Last Updated: July 2025

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Winter (November to April): Temple Closed due to heavy Snowfall, deity worshipped at Kharshali village near trek point.

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6 km Trek to Yamunotri Temple

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Cook rice in thermal water as prasad

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