Kerala
Sabarimala
Sri Ayyappa Swamy Temple
5 – 7 days (trek)
Lord Ayyappa (Dharma Sastha)
The 41-day vratham begins long before the forest trek. Devotees in black attire climb through the Western Ghats to reach Lord Ayyappa at 914 metres.
We coordinate the complete 41-day vratham support — from the initial puja at your home temple to the final climb.
Best For
Male devotees fulfilling vowsFirst-time Ayyappa pilgrimsMandala season visitsMakaravilakku festival
1
Pamba Base Camp Arrival
- Arrive Pamba by bus from Ernakulam or Trivandrum
- Register at Pamba base camp
- Ritual bath in Pamba river
- Briefing on 18-step protocol and forest trek
2
Forest Trek to Sabarimala
- Pre-dawn departure from Pamba (5 km trek)
- Trek through Periyar Tiger Reserve forest
- Arrive Sabarimala, queue for darshan
- Climb the 18 sacred steps (Pathinettam Padi)
3
Darshan & Rituals
- Darshan at Lord Ayyappa sanctum
- Neyyabhishekam (ghee offering) at the sanctum
- Visit Malikappuram Devi shrine
- Sannidhanam rituals and prasad
4
Descent & Departure
- Morning darshan (optional second visit)
- Descent to Pamba
- Ritual bath at Pamba river
- Depart for home or extend to Ernakulam
* Itinerary is indicative. Yatra team customises based on group size, mobility, and special requirements.
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Duration
5 – 7 days (trek)
Region
Kerala
Presiding Deity
Lord Ayyappa (Dharma Sastha)
Best For
Male devotees fulfilling vows
