A 3-day Kedarnath trip cost depends on factors like travel mode, accommodation, food, and services (helicopter, pony, or trekking). Here’s an estimated budget breakdown:

1. Budget Trip (₹6,000 - ₹10,000 per person)

✔ Travel: Bus/shared taxi from Haridwar/Rishikesh to Sonprayag (₹1,500 - ₹2,000 round trip)
✔ Accommodation: Budget guesthouses in Guptkashi or Sonprayag (₹500 - ₹1,500 per night)
✔ Food: Local dhabas (~₹200 - ₹400 per day)
✔ Trek: Walking from Gaurikund to Kedarnath (free)
✔ Miscellaneous: ₹1,000 (temple donations, personal expenses)

🔹 Ideal for: Solo travelers, backpackers, budget pilgrims

2. Mid-Range Trip (₹12,000 - ₹20,000 per person)

✔ Travel: Private taxi from Haridwar/Rishikesh to Sonprayag (₹5,000 - ₹7,000 round trip)
✔ Accommodation: 3-star hotels in Guptkashi/Sonprayag (₹2,500 - ₹4,000 per night)
✔ Food: Better restaurant options (

₹500 - ₹700 per day)
✔ Trek: Pony or palki (

₹3,500 - ₹5,000 one way)
✔ Miscellaneous: ₹2,000 for sightseeing, donations, or shopping

🔹 Ideal for: Families, small groups, moderate travelers

3. Luxury Trip (₹25,000 - ₹50,000 per person)

✔ Travel: Private car from Delhi/Haridwar to Kedarnath (₹10,000 - ₹15,000 round trip)
✔ Accommodation: 4-5 star hotels in Guptkashi (₹5,000 - ₹8,000 per night)
✔ Food: Multi-cuisine dining (

₹1,000 - ₹2,000 per day)
✔ Kedarnath Travel: Helicopter ride (

₹13,000 - ₹24,000 round trip)
✔ Miscellaneous: VIP Darshan (₹2,100), tour guide, personal expenses

🔹 Ideal for: Senior citizens, corporate travelers, luxury seekers

Helicopter Cost for a 3-Day Kedarnath Trip

• Phata/Sersi/Guptkashi to Kedarnath (Round Trip): ₹13,000 - ₹24,000 per person
• Same-day return: ₹6,500 - ₹12,000 one way
• VIP Darshan: ₹2,100 (optional)

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