Things to do in Yamunotri, Uttarakhand
Yamunotri, also Jamnotri, is the source of the Yamuna River and the seat of the Goddess Yamuna in Hinduism.
5 places to visit in and around Yamunotri, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Govind Pashu Vihar National Park
Govind Pashu Vihar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary is a national park in Supin Range, near Uttarkashi town in the district and state of the same name in India.
Wikipedia - 2Yamunotri Temple
Yamunotri Temple is a Hindu temple, in the western region of Garhwal Himalayas at an altitude of 3,291 metres in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India. It is dedicated to Yamuna and has a black marble idol of her.
Wikipedia - 3Swargarohini
Swargarohini is a mountain massif in the Saraswati Range of the Garhwal Himalaya. It lies in the Uttarkashi District of the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand, west of the Gangotri group of peaks.
Wikipedia - 4Bandarpunch
Bandarpunch is a mountain massif in the Garhwal Himalaya in Uttarakhand, India.
Wikipedia - 5Dodital
Dodital is a freshwater lake in uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India, situated at a height of 3,657 metres. The Assi Ganga river emerges from Dodital and joins Bhagirathi at the confluence in Gangori, near Uttarkashi.
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Before you go: official rules
- Char Dham Yatra: registration, official sites and rules
Best time to visit Yamunotri
No month is mild here. The easiest months are Jun, Sep.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Cold | -9°C | 34 mm |
| Feb | Cold | -8°C | 39 mm |
| Mar | Cold | -5°C | 34 mm |
| Apr | Cold | 0°C | 27 mm |
| May | Cold | 4°C | 40 mm |
| Jun | Cold | 7°C | 123 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 9°C | 257 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 9°C | 251 mm |
| Sep | Cold | 6°C | 120 mm |
| Oct | Cold | 1°C | 12 mm |
| Nov | Cold | -3°C | 6 mm |
| Dec | Cold | -7°C | 12 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Yamunotri
- No railway station within 40 km.
- Nearest main railway station: Dehradun (DDN), 86 km away.
- Nearest airport: Jolly Grant Airport (DED), 95 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Yamunotri costs
- Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Yamunotri is not included.
Compare Yamunotri with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamunotri | – | easiest Jun, Sep | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Chitkul | 37 km | Jun–Sep | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Gangotri | 49 km | Jun, Sep | 30 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Dhanaulti | 65 km | Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov | 7 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Mussoorie | 70 km | Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov | 24 | ₹8,000–₹15,500 |
Distances in a straight line from Yamunotri; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Yamunotri?
The best known are Govind Pashu Vihar National Park, Yamunotri Temple, Swargarohini, Bandarpunch, Dodital.
When is the best time to visit Yamunotri?
No month is mild here. The easiest months are Jun, Sep.
How do I reach Yamunotri?
No railway station within 40 km. Nearest main railway station: Dehradun (DDN), 86 km away. Nearest airport: Jolly Grant Airport (DED), 95 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Yamunotri cost?
Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Yamunotri is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.