Right in the village, this natural hot water spring is believed to be the spot where Goddess Parvati performed penance to win Lord Shiva as her husband. Many pilgrims take a holy dip here before starting the trek.

The 16 km trek to the sacred Kedarnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, begins right here in Gaurikund and follows the Mandakini River through breathtaking Himalayan scenery.

A scenic confluence of the Mandakini and Vasuki rivers, and the main checkpoint for Yatra registration and taxi transfers. A short, easy trip from the lodge Visitors can enjoy the breathtaking Himalayan scenery.

Believed to be the site of the divine wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, this ancient temple keeps an eternal flame burning at its altar and is reached via a short drive from Sonprayag.

For those who wish to skip the trek, helicopter services to Kedarnath operate from Phata, a short drive from Gaurikund. it provides breathtaking mountain views while reducing travel time for pilgrims.

Home to the ancient Vishwanath and Ardhanarishwar temples along with the sacred Manikarnika Kund, Guptkashi is an important stop on the way to and from Kedarnath.