Amarnath Yatra - Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s for the Yatris

1. Do carry sufficient woolen clothing as the temperature may sometimes abruptly fall to below 5 degree Celsius.

2. Do carry umbrella, wind cheater, raincoat, and waterproof shoes as the weather in the Yatra area is unpredictable.

 3. Do keep your clothes and eatables in a suitable water proof bag to avoid your belongings getting wet. 

4. Do keep in your pocket a note containing the name / address, mobile telephone number of any Yatri proceeding for Darshan on the same date as you are doing, for emergency purposes.

5. Do carry your identity card / driving license and Yatra permit with you.

6. Do travel in a group, with porters / horses / ponies carrying your luggage.

7. Do ensure that all those comprising the group remain in your sight, lest you are separated from your group.

8. On your journey home, you must leave the Base Camps along with all other members of your group.

9. Do seek immediate assistance of the Police in case any member of your group is missing. Also have an announcement made on the Public Address System at the Yatra Camp.

10. Do help your fellow Yatris travelling with you and perform Yatra with a pious mind.

11. Do strictly follow the instructions issued by the Yatra Administration, from time to time.

12. For any assistance, contact SASB Camp Directors / nearest Yatra Control room.

13. In case of any accident or emergent situation, immediately contact the nearest Camp Director / Mountain Rescue Teams (MRTs) deployed at various locations.

14. The gates of Access Control at Domel and Chandanwari open at 05.00 am and close at 11.00 am. Reach the gates on time. No Yatri shall be allowed to undertake pilgrimage after the closure of the Gate.

15. Free food facility is available in the entire Yatra area at the Langars.

16. Do follow the prescribed Food Menu available on the Board’s website: www.shriamarnathjishrine.com while having food in the Yatra area.

17. Pre-paid SIM Cards from other States shall not work in J&K and Yatra area. Yatris can purchase pre-activated SIM Cards at the Base Camps of Baltal and Nunwan. 

18. Earth, water, air, fire and sky are integral parts of Lord Shiva. Therefore respect the environment and do nothing whatsoever to pollute the Yatra area.