Madhyamaheshwar Yatra

Madmaheshwar Trek Distance and Route

Total Trek Distance: ~18 km (one way) from Ransi to Madhyamaheshwar

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Madmaheshwar Trek Route:

1. Ransi (2,000 m) – Starting point, road head

2. Gaundhar (2,300 m) – 6 km from Ransi

3. Bantoli (2,400 m) – At the confluence of Madhyamaheshwar Ganga and Markangaad rivers

4. Khatara – Nanu – Small shepherd huts

5. Madhyamaheshwar (3,289 m) – Final destination

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Optional: A 2 km uphill hike to Budha Madmaheshwar, a beautiful meadow offering panoramic Himalayan views.

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Madhyamaheshwar Yatra Detailed Itinerary

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Starting Point: Rishikesh / Haridwar
Ending Point: Rishikesh / Haridwar
Altitude: 3,497 m (11,473 ft)
Difficulty: Moderate

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Day 1: Rishikesh → Ukhimath → Ransi Village (Drive)

Ransi Altitude: ~1,980 m (6,500 ft)
Distance: ~200 km | Drive Time: 8–9 hours

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Your spiritual journey begins with an early morning drive from Rishikesh towards the Garhwal Himalayas. The scenic route follows the sacred rivers Ganga, Alaknanda, and Mandakini, passing through holy confluences like Devprayag, Rudraprayag, and Guptkashi.

After reaching Ukhimath, the winter seat of Lord Madhyamaheshwar, continue driving to Ransi Village, the last motorable point of the yatra. Spend the evening soaking in the peaceful mountain atmosphere and preparing for the trek ahead.

Stay: Guesthouse / Homestay
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Ransi → Gaundar → Bantoli (Trek)

Start Altitude: 1,980 m (Ransi)
End Altitude: ~2,250 m (7,380 ft) – Bantoli
Trek Distance: ~10 km
Trek Duration: 5–6 hours
Elevation Gain: ~270 m

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After breakfast, begin the Madhyamaheshwar trek from Ransi Village. The well-defined trail gradually ascends through dense forests of oak and rhododendron, offering stunning valley views and cool mountain air.

Cross the village of Gaundar, a charming settlement surrounded by terraced fields, and continue towards Bantoli, a beautiful riverside campsite located at the confluence of Madhyamaheshwar Ganga.

The day’s trek is moderate and allows enough time for acclimatization.

Stay: Camps / Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 3: Bantoli → Madhyamaheshwar Temple (Trek)

Start Altitude: 2,250 m (Bantoli)
End Altitude: 3,497 m (11,473 ft) – Madhyamaheshwar
Trek Distance: ~6 km
Trek Duration: 4–5 hours
Elevation Gain: ~1,247 m

Today is the most spiritually rewarding day of the Madhyamaheshwar Yatra. The trail ascends steadily through alpine meadows and open grasslands, with breathtaking views of snow-covered peaks like Chaukhamba and Neelkanth.

Upon reaching the sacred Madhyamaheshwar Temple, participate in darshan and evening aarti. The serene surroundings and divine energy of the temple create a deeply meditative experience.

Overnight stay near the temple under a star-lit Himalayan sky.

Stay: Camps / Temple Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 4: Madhyamaheshwar → Bantoli → Ransi (Trek)

Start Altitude: 3,497 m
End Altitude: 1,980 m
Trek Distance: ~16 km
Trek Duration: 6–7 hours
Elevation Loss: ~1,517 m

Begin your descent after morning prayers at the temple. Retrace your steps back through the same scenic trail, enjoying different perspectives of the Himalayan landscape.

Pass through Bantoli and Gaundar, reaching Ransi Village by evening. This long yet rewarding trek marks the completion of your sacred journey.

Stay: Guesthouse / Homestay
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 5: Ransi → Ukhimath → Rishikesh (Drive)

Distance: ~200 km | Drive Time: 8–9 hours

After breakfast, bid farewell to the mountains and drive back to Rishikesh. Carry with you the blessings of Lord Shiva and unforgettable memories of the Madhyamaheshwar Yatra.

Tour concludes with a soulful end to a spiritually enriching Himalayan pilgrimage.

Meals: Breakfast

Optional Extensions

• Visit Kalimath Temple

• Combine with Tungnath & Chandrashila

• Complete the Panch Kedar Circuit (Rudranath, Kalpeshwar)