Kedarnath Trip Cost for Group 2026

KEDARNATH GROUP TRIP BOOKING 2026 – ₹4,200 PER PERSON FOR GROUPS OF 10+

Travelling in a group to Kedarnath? Our group Kedarnath trip package starts at ₹4,200 per person for groups of 10 or more — that is ₹800 less than our standard ₹5,000 package. The larger your group, the more you save on taxi, accommodation, and coordination. WhatsApp us with your group size and travel dates to get a custom group quote for 2026.

KEDARNATH GROUP TRIP COST 2026 – COMPLETE GUIDE FOR GROUPS OF 5 TO 20+ PERSONS

Group travel to Kedarnath is one of the smartest ways to do this pilgrimage. When you travel in a group of 5 or more, almost every major expense — taxi, accommodation, food, and tour management — becomes cheaper per person.

Whether you are planning a family reunion pilgrimage, a friends' group yatra, an office corporate spiritual trip, or a colony group tour, this page breaks down the exact cost for every group size with honest numbers from the 2026 season.

 WHY GROUP TRAVEL REDUCES KEDARNATH COST

Three major expenses drop significantly when you travel in a group to Kedarnath.

Transport is the biggest saving:

• - A private Innova from Haridwar to Sonprayag costs ₹5,000 to ₹6,000 for the full vehicle regardless of how many people sit inside.

• - As a solo traveler or couple paying for a shared taxi seat, you pay ₹450 to ₹600 per person.

• - A group of 6 sharing one Innova pays ₹833 to ₹1,000 per person — and gets a private vehicle.

• - A group of 14 in a Tempo Traveller (₹10,000 vehicle cost) pays only ₹714 per person for a private, comfortable ride.

• - A group of 20 in a mini-bus (₹16,000 vehicle cost) pays ₹800 per person.

Accommodation is the second biggest saving:

• - Hotels charge per room, not per person. A double or triple room at ₹600 to ₹1,200 per night houses 2 to 4 people.

• - A solo traveler paying ₹600 for a room alone spends ₹600 per person per night.

• - A group of 4 sharing two rooms at ₹600 each pays ₹300 per person per night — half the cost.

• - A group of 10 sharing 3 rooms pays ₹180 to ₹360 per person per night at budget hotels.

Tour management fees drop with scale:

• - Travel companies including ours have a fixed coordination cost per trip. For a group of 10 versus a solo traveler, that fixed cost is spread across 10 people instead of one.

• - This is why our group rate of ₹4,200 per person is ₹800 lower than the solo rate of ₹5,000.

KEDARNATH TRIP COST FOR 5 PERSONS

A group of 5 is the minimum sweet spot where group savings begin. Here is the detailed per-person cost breakdown.

Transport (Haridwar to Sonprayag, private Innova one way):

• - Full vehicle cost: ₹5,500. Per person: ₹1,100.

Jeep from Sonprayag to Gaurikund:

• - ₹50 per person. For 5 persons: ₹250 total.

Accommodation Night 1 (2 rooms at ₹600 each):

• - Total: ₹1,200. Per person: ₹240.

Accommodation Nights 2 and 3 at Kedarnath (3 rooms):

• - Total for 2 nights: ₹3,600. Per person: ₹720.

Food for 4 days (budget dhabas, 3 meals per day):

• - Total for 5 persons over 4 days: ₹7,500. Per person: ₹1,500.

Temple puja and offerings (combined):

• - Total: ₹2,500. Per person: ₹500.

Return taxi Sonprayag to Haridwar (same Innova, booked in advance):

• - Total: ₹5,500. Per person: ₹1,100.

Miscellaneous (cloak room, charging, snacks, porter tips):

• - Total: ₹2,000. Per person: ₹400.

Total for 5 persons (self-planned): approximately ₹27,450 — ₹5,490 per person.

With our managed group package: ₹25,000 total — ₹5,000 per person.

 KEDARNATH TRIP COST FOR 10 PERSONS

A group of 10 is where major savings kick in across all expense categories simultaneously. Two vehicles, shared rooms across 10 people, and our group discount rate combine to bring the per-person cost below ₹5,000.

Transport (2 Innova from Haridwar to Sonprayag):

• - Total: ₹11,000. Per person: ₹1,100.

Local jeeps Sonprayag to Gaurikund (10 persons):

• - Total: ₹500. Per person: ₹50.

Accommodation Night 1 (3 rooms shared among 10):

• - Total: ₹1,800. Per person: ₹180.

Accommodation Nights 2 and 3 at Kedarnath (3 rooms for 2 nights):

• - Total: ₹4,800. Per person: ₹480.

Food for 4 days (budget dhabas):

• - Total for 10 persons: ₹14,000. Per person: ₹1,400.

Temple puja and offerings:

• - Total: ₹4,000. Per person: ₹400.

Return transport (2 Innova, pre-booked Day 1):

• - Total: ₹11,000. Per person: ₹1,100.

Miscellaneous:

• - Total: ₹3,000. Per person: ₹300.

Total for 10 persons (self-planned): approximately ₹50,100 — ₹5,010 per person.

With our managed group package: ₹42,000 total — ₹4,200 per person.

Savings with our package versus self-planning: ₹8,100 total — ₹810 per person.

KEDARNATH TRIP COST FOR 15 PERSONS

At 15 people, a Tempo Traveller becomes viable and room sharing reaches maximum efficiency.

Transport (1 Tempo Traveller from Haridwar to Sonprayag):

• - Total: ₹10,000 to ₹12,000 for the full vehicle. Per person: ₹667 to ₹800.

Local jeeps Sonprayag to Gaurikund (15 persons):

• - Total: ₹750. Per person: ₹50.

Accommodation Night 1 (4 rooms shared among 15):

• - Total: ₹2,400. Per person: ₹160.

Accommodation Nights 2 and 3 at Kedarnath (4 rooms for 2 nights):

• - Total: ₹4,800. Per person: ₹320.

Food for 4 days:

• - Total for 15 persons: ₹21,000. Per person: ₹1,400.

Puja and offerings:

• - Total: ₹6,000. Per person: ₹400.

Return transport (Tempo Traveller, pre-booked):

• - Total: ₹10,000 to ₹12,000. Per person: ₹667 to ₹800.

Miscellaneous:

• - Total: ₹4,500. Per person: ₹300.

Total for 15 persons (self-planned): approximately ₹59,450 — ₹3,963 per person.

With our managed group package: ₹58,500 — ₹3,900 per person.

KEDARNATH TRIP COST FOR 20 PERSONS

A group of 20 achieves maximum cost efficiency. Mini-bus transport, bulk room booking, and our best-rate group pricing combine to bring the per-person cost to its lowest.

Transport (1 mini-bus, 20-seater from Haridwar to Sonprayag):

• - Total vehicle cost: ₹15,000 to ₹18,000. Per person: ₹750 to ₹900.

Local jeeps Sonprayag to Gaurikund:

• - Total: ₹1,000. Per person: ₹50.

Accommodation Night 1 (5 rooms for 20 persons):

• - Total: ₹3,000. Per person: ₹150.

Accommodation Nights 2 and 3 at Kedarnath:

• - Total: ₹6,000 to ₹8,000 for 5 rooms across 2 nights. Per person: ₹300 to ₹400.

Food for 4 days:

• - Total for 20 persons: ₹28,000. Per person: ₹1,400.

Puja and offerings:

• - Total: ₹8,000. Per person: ₹400.

Return transport (mini-bus, pre-booked):

• - Total: ₹15,000 to ₹18,000. Per person: ₹750 to ₹900.

Miscellaneous:

• - Total: ₹6,000. Per person: ₹300.

Total for 20 persons (self-planned): approximately ₹67,000 to ₹82,000 — ₹3,350 to ₹4,100 per person.

With our managed group package: ₹76,000 — ₹3,800 per person (includes all management and support).

 GROUP SIZE AND PER-PERSON COST — QUICK SUMMARY

• Solo traveler (self-planned): ₹3,500 to ₹5,000 per person. No sharing benefits.

• Solo traveler (our package): ₹5,000 per person. Pre-managed, accommodation included.

• Couple — 2 persons: ₹4,000 to ₹5,500 per person. Small room sharing benefit.

• Family of 4: ₹4,500 to ₹6,000 per person. Meaningful room and vehicle sharing.

• Group of 5: approximately ₹5,000 per person. Our package applies at this rate.

• Group of 10: approximately ₹4,200 per person with our group discount.

• Group of 15: approximately ₹3,900 per person.

• Group of 20: approximately ₹3,800 per person.

• Group of 25 and above: Contact us for a custom quote. Special bulk pricing available.

 VEHICLE OPTIONS FOR KEDARNATH GROUP TRIPS

Choosing the right vehicle for your group size is one of the most impactful cost decisions for a Kedarnath group trip.

Innova or Ertiga (seats 6 to 7 persons):

• - One-way cost: ₹5,000 to ₹6,000 for the full vehicle.

• - Round-trip cost: ₹9,000 to ₹11,000.

• - Per person for 6 travelers: ₹833 to ₹1,000 one way.

• - Best for: Groups of 5 to 7.

Tempo Traveller (seats 12 to 14 persons):

• - One-way cost: ₹9,000 to ₹12,000 for the full vehicle.

• - Round-trip cost: ₹16,000 to ₹22,000.

• - Per person for 12 travelers: ₹750 to ₹1,000 one way.

• - Best for: Groups of 10 to 14. This is the sweet spot vehicle for mid-sized Kedarnath groups.

• - Has luggage storage, better suspension for mountain roads, and more legroom than Innova.

Mini-bus (seats 18 to 20 persons):

• - One-way cost: ₹14,000 to ₹18,000.

• - Round-trip cost: ₹25,000 to ₹32,000.

• - Per person for 20 travelers: ₹700 to ₹900 one way.

• - Best for: Groups of 15 to 20.

Full bus (seats 28 to 32 persons):

• - One-way cost: ₹18,000 to ₹25,000.

• - Round-trip cost: ₹32,000 to ₹45,000.

• - Per person for 30 travelers: ₹600 to ₹833 one way.

• - Best for: Groups of 25 and above.

Government GMOU bus (open seating, no private booking):

• - Cost: ₹300 to ₹400 per person each way.

• - Best for: Budget groups with flexible timing and no special coordination needed.

• - Note: Government buses stop at multiple towns and are slow. Not suitable for groups with tight schedules.

Important vehicle tip: Always confirm your return vehicle before starting the trek on Day 2. A vehicle locked in on Day 1 at the outward-journey rate saves 30 to 50% compared to booking a return vehicle on the spot at Sonprayag on Day 4.

GROUP ACCOMMODATION BOOKING FOR KEDARNATH

At Guptkashi (best pre-trek base for groups):

• - Multiple hotels with 10 to 20 rooms are available for block booking.

• - Budget block rate: ₹600 to ₹800 per room per night.

• - Mid-range block rate: ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 per room.

• - Guptkashi is the ideal base for groups because it has more room options than Sonprayag and slightly better amenities.

At Sonprayag:

• - Smaller town with fewer large hotels. Group accommodation options are more limited.

• - Budget guesthouse rooms: ₹300 to ₗ700 per night.

• - Book at least 2 to 3 months ahead for May and October groups.

At Kedarnath:

• - Dharamshala group halls: Available for groups, ₹150 to ₹300 per bed. Up to 50 beds in some halls.

• - GMVN group booking: ₹700 to ₁,500 per room. Book online at gmvnl.in at least 3 months in advance for peak season.

• - Tent camp group packages: ₹400 to ₹700 per bed with warm bedding. Good for groups comfortable with camp-style stay.

• - Pre-booking for Kedarnath accommodation is not optional for groups visiting in May or October. Walk-in group accommodation is virtually impossible during peak season.

Our team handles all accommodation booking as part of the group package, including advance confirmation and payment.

GROUP YATRA REGISTRATION AT KEDARNATH 2026

Group registration at the official Uttarakhand Yatra portal (registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in) is available for groups of 10 or more and has several advantages over individual registration.

Advantages of group registration:

• - One person — the group leader — registers all members together in a single session.

• - All members receive a group QR-coded Yatra pass under one booking reference.

• - Groups get a dedicated counter at the Sonprayag check post, separate from the general queue.

• - Biometric verification for a pre-registered group of 10 takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes compared to 2 to 4 hours for 10 individuals registering separately.

• - Group leader receives real-time crowd updates and route advisories from the authorities.

How to do group registration step by step:

• - Step 1: Go to registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in and select the Group Registration option.

• - Step 2: Enter group leader's details first — name, mobile, email, ID number.

• - Step 3: Add all other members' details one by one — name, age, gender, ID number.

• - Step 4: Submit the form. All members receive individual QR codes on their mobile numbers, linked to a shared group booking ID.

• - Step 5: At Sonprayag, the group leader goes to the group registration counter. All members show their individual IDs.

• - Step 6: Biometric scan is completed for all members at the counter.

• - Step 7: The group receives clearance to proceed to Gaurikund together.

Important group registration rules:

• - Registration is completely free. No agent or person should charge you for this.

• - All members must be physically present at the Sonprayag check post for biometric verification even if pre-registered.

• - Changes to the group (additions or removals) can be made up to 48 hours before the travel date on the portal.

• - If any member's biometric does not match or if a member arrives without a valid ID, they will be turned back at the counter.

GROUP PUJA PACKAGES AT KEDARNATH 2026

Groups can book special puja packages at Kedarnath temple that offer per-person savings compared to individual bookings. These must be booked in advance through BKTC.

Group Abhishek (10 persons together):

• - Individual cost if booked separately: ₹500 per person.

• - Group booking for 10 persons: ₹3,500 to ₹4,500 total.

• - Per person group rate: ₹350 to ₹450. Saving of ₹50 to ₹150 per person.

Group Rudrabhishek (10 persons):

• - Individual cost: ₹2,500 per person.

• - Group booking for 10: ₹15,000 to ₹20,000.

• - Per person group rate: ₹1,500 to ₹2,000. Saving of ₹500 to ₹1,000 per person.

Group Maha Rudrabhishek (10 persons):

• - Individual cost: ₹10,000 per person.

• - Group booking for 10: ₹50,000 to ₹70,000.

• - Per person group rate: ₹5,000 to ₹7,000.

Group Havan (for families or office groups):

• - Available for groups only. Not a per-person service.

• - Group havan cost: ₹8,000 to ₹15,000 for the full ceremony.

• - Per head for 10 persons: ₹800 to ₹1,500.

How to book group puja at Kedarnath:

• - Contact BKTC directly at badrinath-kedarnath.gov.in or call the BKTC office.

• - Our team assists with group puja booking as part of the group package for groups of 10 and above.

GROUP TRIP PLANNING TIMELINE

3 to 4 months before travel:

• - Confirm your group size and finalize travel dates.

• - Contact us to block your group batch and pay ₹1,000 per person advance.

2 to 3 months before:

• - Our team books your transport vehicle.

• - Accommodation blocked at Guptkashi/Sonprayag and Kedarnath.

• - Group puja booking initiated with BKTC if required.

4 to 6 weeks before:

• - Complete group online registration at registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in.

• - Helicopter booking initiated for any group members who need it.

7 to 10 days before:

• - Balance payment collected from all members.

• - Finalized itinerary sent to group leader on WhatsApp.

2 to 3 days before:

• - Our team confirms all accommodation.

• - Vehicle driver's contact shared with group leader.

• - Weather forecast shared with group.

• - Emergency helpline number activated for your batch.

PEOPLE ALSO ASK – GROUP KEDARNATH COST FAQ

Q: What is the Kedarnath trip cost for 10 persons?

A: A group of 10 persons can complete the Kedarnath trip in approximately ₹42,000 to ₹50,000 total — ₹4,200 to ₹5,000 per person — for a 4-day trek-based trip from Haridwar. Our managed group package charges ₹4,200 per person for groups of 10.

Q: Is there a group discount for Kedarnath trip?

A: Yes. Groups of 10 or more get our discounted rate of ₹4,200 per person. Groups of 20 and above get ₹3,800 per person. Contact us for a custom quote for groups larger than 25.

Q: What vehicle is best for a group of 10 to 15 on a Kedarnath trip?

A: A Tempo Traveller seating 12 to 14 persons is the most cost-efficient and comfortable vehicle for mid-sized groups. It costs ₹9,000 to ₹12,000 one way from Haridwar to Sonprayag — approximately ₹700 to ₹900 per person.

Q: Can a group of 20 people visit Kedarnath together?

A: Yes. Groups of 20 can visit together with advance planning of transport, accommodation, and group registration. Our package for 20 persons is approximately ₹3,800 per person.

Q: What is the minimum group size for group registration at Kedarnath?

A: The Kedarnath Yatra group registration facility is available for groups of 10 or more. Smaller groups register individually.

Q: How much does a Tempo Traveller cost from Haridwar to Sonprayag?

A: A Tempo Traveller seats 12 to 14 people and costs ₹9,000 to ₹12,000 one way and ₹16,000 to ₹22,000 for a round trip from Haridwar to Sonprayag.

Q: What is the Kedarnath trip cost for an office group of 20?

A: An office group of 20 can complete the Kedarnath trip for approximately ₹3,800 to ₹4,100 per person for a 4-day trip from Haridwar. Our managed group package for 20 is ₹3,800 per person.

Q: Is advance booking necessary for a Kedarnath group trip?

A: Yes, advance booking is essential for groups visiting in May or October. Accommodation at Kedarnath fills up months in advance. Transport vehicles for specific dates are also limited. Book at least 3 months ahead for peak season group travel.