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Yamunotri
Spend 1 day for the temple trek; add a second night if you need rest after the climb.
Yamunotri is a high-altitude pilgrimage site in Uttarakhand, reachable by taxi/jeep from Rishikesh or Haridwar and a short trek to the temple. The season runs May–Nov, and the climb is steep, so most visitors do a day trip, but an extra night eases fatigue.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Nov–Apr (closed)
- Airport
- DED
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Yamunotri112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Yamunotri, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for pilgrims; risks are altitude, rough terrain and seasonal road closures.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 All services (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
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- AirportDED Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun) (≈ 200 km (124 mi), 6 h drive to Rishikesh, then taxi to Janaki Chatti).DED Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun) (≈ 124 mi (200 km), 6 h drive to Rishikesh, then taxi to Janaki Chatti).
- Getting aroundHire an SUV or MUV (Innova, Qualis, Scorpio) from Rishikesh/Haridwar; the road ends at Janaki Chatti, then walk or use ponies (avoid for hygiene).
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- DED Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun) (≈ 200 km (124 mi), 6 h drive to Rishikesh, then taxi to Janaki Chatti)DED Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun) (≈ 124 mi (200 km), 6 h drive to Rishikesh, then taxi to Janaki Chatti)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Feb
Avoid
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Mar
Avoid
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Apr
Avoid
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
May
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
Avoid
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Jun (9 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Yamunotri: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
5 rd
Feb
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
5 rd
Mar
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
6 rd
Apr
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
6 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Hire an SUV or MUV (Innova, Qualis, Scorpio) from Rishikesh/Haridwar; the road ends at Janaki Chatti, then walk or use ponies (avoid for hygiene). No local buses.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Govindghat (Badrinath gateway)
goDoor to door: ≈ 2 h
Taxi from Janaki Chatti, about 2 h drive
Base for Badrinath trek; return same day if fit
Hanuman Chatti (trek start)
goDoor to door: ≈ 30 min
Walk from Janaki Chatti, 30 min
Shorter trek option for less fit visitors
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Dharamshalas near parking lot
Basic rooms, cheap in off-season, higher rates in summer.
GMVNL guesthouses
Government-run, similar price range.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹1,200–1,800 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,800–2,500 (≈ US$25–30) excl. bed
- High
- ₹2,500–3,500 (≈ US$30–40) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Dharamshala bed1 × 1 night × ₹300 | ₹300 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| Taxi Rishikesh → Janaki Chatti (round trip, SUV)1 × ₹2,500 · check | ₹2,500 |
| Guide/porter for trek1 × ₹800 · check | ₹800 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹510 |
| Trip total≈ ₹5,610 per person per day, bed included | ₹5,610≈ US$65 |
Check rates; higher in peak season.
2026 estimate in INR; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Satvik meal at temple restaurant | ₹150–300 (≈ US$2–4) |
| Bottle of spring water | free |
| Porter fee per daycheck | ₹500–800 (≈ US$6–10) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Open only mid-May to Diwali (Nov); check dates before travel.
- Roads are rough; avoid small cars.
- Ponies create litter; better to walk.
- Altitude and steep trek can be hard for those with health issues.
Emergency numbers
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Embassy
Indian consulates in Dehradun and Delhi; US consulate in New Delhi (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Rishikesh → Janaki Chatti (SUV): ≈ ₹2,500 round trip (check)
Say or show
- माफ़ कीजिए — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf kijiye)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- यह कितना है? — How much is it? (yah kitna hai?)
- पानी मिल सकता है? — Can I have water? (paani mil sakta hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Yamunotri. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Nov–Apr (closed) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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