Kedarnath Pony Service and Palki Rates
Many pilgrims visiting Kedarnath Temple prefer using pony, palki (dandi) or kandi services instead of completing the entire trek from Gaurikund. These services are especially useful for senior citizens, children and pilgrims who are unable to undertake the uphill trek.
This page provides the latest government-approved rates for pony, palki (dandi) and kandi services on the Kedarnath trek along with important information for pilgrims planning their journey.
Latest Rates for Pony, Dandi and Kandi for Kedarnath Yatra
The given table below will make you aware about the various charges for Kedarnath Ponies and Palkies.
The following fares include the owner charges along with the management fee and applicable GST as notified by the district administration.
Official Pony Fare Chart for Kedarnath Yatra 2026
| From | To | Distance (kms) | Total Cost (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonprayag | Kedarnath Base Camp | 19 | 3800 |
| Sonprayag | Linchauli | 16 | 3600 |
| Sonprayag | Bhimbali | 11 | 3000 |
| Sonprayag | Gaurikund | 5 | 1200 |
| Gaurikund | Kedarnath Base Camp | 14 | 3500 |
| Gaurikund | Linchauli | 11 | 3000 |
| Gaurikund | Bhimbali | 6 | 1500 |
| Gaurikund | Sonprayag | 5 | 1200 |
| Bhimbali | Kedarnath Base Camp | 8 | 1800 |
| Kedarnath Base Camp | Sonprayag | 19 | 2700 |
| Kedarnath Base Camp | Gaurikund | 14 | 2350 |
| Kedarnath Base Camp | Bhimbali | 8 | 1500 |
| Kedarnath Base Camp | Linchauli | 3 | 1050 |
| Linchauli | Kedarnath Base Camp | 3 | 1050 |
| Linchauli | Gaurikund | 11 | 1650 |
| Bhimbali | Gaurikund | 6 | 1500 |
Official Dandi (Palanquin) Fare Chart for Kedarnath Yatra 2026
| From | To | Distance (kms) | Up to 60 kgs (INR) | 61-75 kgs (INR) | 76-90 kgs (INR) | 91-100 kgs (INR) | 101-130 kgs (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaurikund | Kedarnath | 16 | 9200 | 10200 | 11200 | 12200 | 15200 |
| Kedarnath | Gaurikund | 16 | 8200 | 9200 | 10200 | 11200 | 14200 |
| Gaurikund | Kedarnath & Return (Same Day) | 32 | 15200 | 16200 | 17200 | 18200 | 20200 |
| Gaurikund | Linchauli | 12 | 8200 | 9200 | 10200 | 11200 | 13200 |
| Linchauli | Gaurikund | 12 | 7700 | 8700 | 9700 | 10700 | 12000 |
| Linchauli | Kedarnath | 4 | 5700 | 6700 | 7700 | 8700 | 10500 |
| Kedarnath | Linchauli | 4 | 5200 | 6200 | 7200 | 8200 | 10000 |
| Linchauli | Kedarnath & Return | 8 | 6700 | 8200 | 9200 | 10200 | 12000 |
Official Kandi Rates for Kedarnath Yatra 2026
| From | To | Journey | Distance (kms) | Up to 25 kg (INR) | Up to 50 kg (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaurikund | Kedarnath | Same Day Return | 32 | 8,000 | 12,500 |
| Gaurikund | Kedarnath | Return with Night Stay | 32 | 10,500 | 14,500 |
| Gaurikund | Linchauli | One Way | 12 | 5,000 | 7,000 |
| Gaurikund | Bhimbali | One Way | 6 | 4,000 | 5,000 |
| Gaurikund | Kedarnath | One Way | 16 | 6,000 | 8,000 |
| Kedarnath | Linchauli | One Way | 4 | 3,000 | 4,000 |
| Kedarnath | Bhimbali | One Way | 10 | 4,000 | 5,000 |
| Kedarnath | Gaurikund | One Way | 16 | 5,000 | 7,000 |
| Linchauli | Kedarnath | One Way | 4 | 3,500 | 4,000 |
| Linchauli | Gaurikund | One Way | 4 | 3,000 | 3,500 |
Note: The above rates are subject to change without prior notice. Do check with DM Rudraprayag or relevant authorities to check the latest rates for ponies, porters and palaki for Kedarnath.
Useful Tips
- Always book porter, ponies and palkies from authorized booking counter to get the authentic rates for these services to Kedarnath.
- Do check the ID Cards of the porters, palki and pony owners
