Amarnath Pilgrimage Travel Tips

Provisions

One can also buy ration at fair prices from the specially established Govt. Depots at Chandanwari, Sheshnag and Panjtarni. Numerous tea-stalls and small restaurants can be of great relief. However, pilgrims are advised to carry with them biscuits, toffees, tinned food etc. to cater to their immediate needs. Firewood or gas can be obtained at Chandanwari, Sheshnag, Panjtarni and near the Cave.

Insurance

A Yatri duly registered by the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board for the Pilgrimage 2024, having a valid Pilgrimage Permit issued by the SASB will be entitled to an insurance cover of Rs. Three lac in case of death due to accident while undertaking the Pilgrimage.

Accommodation

Insulated huts and tents are installed during the Pilgrimage at various Camps. These are available on rentals.

Registration

Get a registration done about a month ahead of the date fixed for the commencement of Pilgrimage.

YATRA TIMINGS

    Subject to fair weather conditions and favourable forecast, the timings when the Access Control Gate would remain open and forward movement would be allowed are as follows:

DO’s

1. Prepare for the Pilgrimage by achieving a high level of Physical Fitness. You are advised to start at atleast a month prior to the Pilgrimage at least a 4-5km Morning/Evening walk. For Improving the oxygen efficiency of your body, you should start doing deep breathing exercises and Yoga, particularly Pranayam.
2. Your journey shall involve trekking across high mountains, facing strong cold winds. You must carry (i) adequate woolen clothing; (ii) a small umbrella (preferably one which is tied with an elastic band around your head and supported by a strap around the chin); (iii) windcheater; (iv) raincoat; (v) waterproof trekking shoes; (vi) torch; (vii) walking stick; (viii) cap (preferably a monkey cap); (ix) gloves; (x) jacket; (xi) woolen socks; (xii) trousers (preferably a waterproof pair). These items are essential as the climate is highly unpredictable and changes abruptly from sunny weather to rain and snow. The temperature can sometimes abruptly fall to 5 degrees Celcius or lower.
3. For Ladies: saree is not a suitable dress for the Pilgrimage. Salwar Kameez, pant-shirt or a track suit will be better. Ladies who are more than 6 week pregnant shall not be allowed to undertake the pilgrimage.
4. Keeping in view the tough nature of the trek, children below 13 year in age and elderly persons above the age of 70 years shall not be permitted to undertake the pilgrimage.
5. It would be better if the porter / horses / ponies carrying your luggage travel just in front or behind you, as you may suddenly need something from your baggage.
6. During the Pilgrimage from Pahalgam/Baltal onwards, you should keep spare clothes/ eatables in a suitable water proof bag to ensure against their getting wet.
7. Carry a water bottle, dry fruits, roasted grams/channa, toffees/gur (jiggery), chocolates, etc for use during the journey.
8. Carry some cold cream/Vaseline/sunscreen to protect your hands /face against sunburn etc.
9. You should not trek alone. Always travel in a group and ensure that all those comprising the group, walking in front of you or in the rear, always remain in your sight, to ensure against your being separated from them.
10. To enable prompt action being taken in case of any emergency, you should keep in your pocket a note containing the name/addresses/mobile telephone number of a member of your group with whom you are travelling. You must also carry your Pilgrimage Permit and any other identity card.
11. On your return journey, you must leave the Base Camp along with all members of your group. In case any member of your group is missing you must seek immediate assistance of the Police and also have an announcement made on the Public Address System at the Pilgrimage Camp.
12. You should provide all possible help to your fellow Yatris, travelling with you, and perform the pilgrimage with a pious mind.
13. You must strictly follow the instructions issued by the Pilgrimage administration, from time to time.
14. Earth, water, air, fire and sky are integral parts of Lord Shiva. The Base camp and the entire Pilgrimage routes are the abode of Shri Amarnathji. Throughout your pilgrimage you must respect the environment and do nothing to pollute it.
15. All waste materials must be placed in the nearest dustbin. All organic wastes must be put in the dustbin which is green coloured.
16. Lavatories/ urinals, installed in the camps and other places enroute the Holy Cave, should be used.

DON’TS

1. Don’t stop at places which are marked by warning notices.
2. Don’t use slippers because there are steep rises and falls on the route to the Holy Cave. Only wear trekking shoes with laces.
3. Don’t attempt any short cuts on the route as doing so would be dangerous.
4. Do not do anything during your entire forward/return journey which could cause pollution or disturb the environment of the Pilgrimage area.
   Use of plastics is strictly banned in the State and is punishable under law.

You can hire a pony or Palki from Holycave to reach Pahalgam. The distance from Holycave to Pahagam is 45 kms in which 29 km is by trekking via Sheshnag, Panchatrni and 16 kms is by road from Chandanwari. Generally, it takes around 2- 3 days to complete by walk and 2 days by pony / Palki. Generally returning pilgrims complete in 1 day also provided there is no rain and the route is clear from holycave to Chandanwari /Pahalgam..

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