Kedarkantha vs Binsar
Pick Kedarkantha for
snow, camping, adventure, a smaller budget
Pick Binsar for
peace and quiet, nature, comfort, fewer people, an easier walk, fewer days
| Kedarkantha | Binsar | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Sankri, Uttarkashi | Uttarakhand, Almora, Kumaon |
| Highest point | 3,810 m | 2,412 m |
| Difficulty | Easy–moderate | Easy |
| Trek distance | about 20 km | No trek needed |
| Days on the ground | 6 | 3–4 |
| Best months | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar | Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar | Jan, Feb |
| Crowds in season | Busy | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,800 | about ₹3,500 |
| Gateway | Dehradun | Kathgodam |
| With kids | Possible | Good |
| With seniors | Not advised | Great |
| Permits | Forest entry fee (Govind Wildlife Sanctuary area), usually handled by your trek operator. | Sanctuary entry fee at the gate. |
Kedarkantha: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Binsar: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely