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Treks in Uttarakhand

About the Kedarkantha Trekking:

Kedarkantha is such a popular winter trek that it would be apt to entitle it as the Queen of Winter Treks. Knee-deep snow in winters, mesmerizing view from the top, and the beautiful and easy trails make it popular among trekkers. The ‘easy on endurance’ trail goes through the thick pine forests of Govind National Park. The views from the top are worth climbing to an altitude of 12,500 ft.

Kedarkantha trek will give you an inimitable view of the cosmic sky, lush meadows, snow paths, charming villages, scented pine forest, sky-knocking peaks, tranquil rivers, and some mythological story whispers.

Kedarkantha Trekking Quick Facts:

Start/ End Point of the Trek: Sankri village

Duration: 6D/5N

Kedarkantha Trek Distance: 20 km

Kedarkantha Trek Height: 12,500 ft

Kedarkantha Difficulty Level: Easy To Moderate 

Kedarkantha Trek Temperature: Day (8°C to 15°C) and Night: (-5°C to 3°C)

Best Time to do Kedarkantha Trekking: November to April

Railway Station: Dehradun is the nearest railway station 

Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

About the trek:

Head out for a fascinating trek expedition to Chandrashila, the summit of Tungnath, which is prominently known as a famous tourist attraction for high altitude trek lovers. It is located at a height of about 4,000 meters above sea level. Spot the spellbinding glimpses of Nandadevi, Trisul, Kedar Peak, Bandarpunch, and Chaukhamba peaks, the views of which are going to be your rewards for the hike. Discover the laid-back side of the Himalayas while trekking through the lush jungles and snow-capped mountains. Make way through the forests with snowy paths and discover rich flora and fauna until you reach the destination at an altitude of 13,000 feet. On arriving at Chopta - a picturesque and unexplored destination, famous as 'Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand', you are surely going to reconnect with nature and soothe your senses completely. Later, proceed towards Chandrashila - the 'Moon Rock' summit of the Tungnath.

Start Time - End Time from Delhi: 10:30 PM (Day 0) - Between 5:00 AM - 6:00 AM (Day 4)

Start Time - End Time from Rishikesh: 6:00 AM (Day 1)-Between 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Day 3)

Pickup Point/ Drop point from Delhi: near Akshardham Metro Station

Pickup Point/ Drop point from Rishikesh: Natraj Chowk/ Rishikesh ISBT

Inclusions:

• Stay: Swiss tents/Home stays on sharing basis
• Meals: Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner
• Transportation: Delhi/Riskesh to Chopta in a semi sleeper AC bus, Tempo Traveller/Sedan/Suv depeneding on the group size(As per the variant selected)
• Activities: Trekking & Camping

About The Brahmatal Lake Trek:

Another jewel of the Himalayas which is untouched by trekkers around the world is the Brahmatal trek, which is devoted to Lord Brahma. It is beautifully positioned amidst the Himalayas and covered with blankets of snow. The trail allows you to see the centuries-old forest of Oak and Rhododendron. Walking in meadows besides Brahamatal Ridge you can see many sites of Roopkund Trek. A glance at the Garhwal Mountains in the distance on a clear day will totally melt your heart.

Brahmatal Trek Quick Facts:

• Duration:6D/5N
• Brahmatal Trek Distance: 22km
• Brahmatal Trek Height: 12,150 ft
• Bhramatal Trek Difficulty Level: Moderate 
• Temperature: Day: (8°C to 15°C) and Night: (0°C to -7°C)
• Best Time for Brahmatal Trek: December - March
• Nearest Railway Station: Kathgodam is the nearest railway station 
• Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun
• Nearest ATM: Dewal has the last ATM point before your trek begins. It's advisable to withdraw money in Kathgodam itself.
• Start/End Point: Kathgodam

About the Nagtibba Trek:

Nag Tibba is located at an altitude of 3,022 meters that makes it the highest peak in the lower Himalayan region of Uttarakhand. The trek has got its name from 'Nag Devta' and offers an ideal weekend getaway destination for adventure lovers. NagTibba trek is a wonderful delight for adventure lovers from all over the world since it showcases the best serenity and exciting trekking routes through thick jungles and meadows. During the Nag Tibba trekking, you'll witness beautiful flora and fauna, lush green mountains, and dense forests that will make you fall in love with its beauty.

Nag Tibba Trek Package Inclusions:

• Stay: Dome tents on sharing basis
• Meals: Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner
• Transportation: As per the variant selected
• Activities: Trekking & Camping

About The Trek:

Nestled cozily on the hinges of the Gharwal Himalayas, Har ki dun trek is one of the most popular treks among a lot of trekkers and nature enthusiasts. This exhilarating trek is also known as a hanging valley because of its cradle-shaped mountains.

It is also known as the winter-wonderland as in winter the trails are totally covered with snow and the sun throw its rays within the clouds. The Har ki Dun trekking is embraced with soothing sights of deodar trees that will definitely enchant your soul with the pine smell.

Har Ki Doon Trek Quick facts:

Duration: 7D/6N

Maximum altitude: 11,675 ft

Har Ki Dun Trek Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate

Har Ki Dun Trek Distance: 47 KM

Temperature: 10℃ to 15℃ during the day and 2℃ to -5℃ during the night

Best Time to do Har ki Dun Trek: April to Mid-June and October to Mid-November

ATM: Purola has the last ATM before your trek begins

Start/End Point of the trek: Sankri Village

About the Kuari Pass Trek:

With a visit to popular pilgrim cities such as Rishikesh, Devprayag, Joshimath, and Haridwar, the Kuari pass trek, situated in Garhwal Himalaya is a 33 KM long journey. The trek is famous for letting you onlook India’s second-highest peak, Mount Nanda Devi.

The trek at an altitude of 12,516 ft. also offers you summit views of Dronagiri, Chitrakantha, Chaukhamba, and Tali top. The Interlude of meadows, beautiful forests blooming with rhododendron, and oak trees make your path all the more scenic. While on the trek, you can also admire the mesmerizing views of holy rivers such as Bhagirathi and Alakananda which makes the ascent even more exciting.

Kuari Pass Trek Quick Facts:

Duration:6D/5N

Kuari Pass Trek Distance: 33 km

Kuari Pass Altitude: 12,516 ft

Difficulty Level: Easy To Moderate

Kuari PassTemperature: Day: 13°C to 18°C and Night: -3°C to 4°C

Best time for Kuari Pass Trek: March till mid-June & mid-September to early November 

Railway Station: Haridwar is the nearest railway station 

Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

ATM: Last ATM is available in Joshimath

Start -End Point: Haridwar

About Bali Pass Trek:

The show up of the Bali Pass trek is its changing landscapes from pine and fir forests to riverside camps to the surreal villages of Har Ki Dun valley to connection to Yamunotri valley to beautiful waterfalls to the alpine lake of Ruinsara to meadows overlooking Swargarohini peak and Bandarpunch ranges to snow-capped mountain tops and base camp & a thrilling high altitude summit like crossing. You can spot some of the wildlife of the Uttarakhand Himalayas during Bali Pass trekking — monals, the Himalayan ibex, and the endangered brown bear. Also, see mighty Kalanag (Black Peak) up close. Spend a full day beside the glacial Ruinsara Lake and walk across the two delightfully pretty meadows of Devsu Thatch and Thanga.

Quick Facts About Bali Pass Trek:

• Bali Pass Trek Duration: 8N/9D

• Bali Pass Trek Altitude: 16076 ft.

• Bali Pass Trek difficulty: Moderate

• Trek distance: 60 Kms

• Temperature: 20°C to -2°C

• Bali Pass Trek Best Time: May, June, mid-August to October

• ATM: You will find ATM in Mussorie

• Start Point/End Point: Dehradun

About Pangarchulla Peak Trek:

Adorning the Lord Curzon circuit- one of Garhwal Himalaya’s most fabled trails, Pangarchulla Peak Trek. The peak is usually covered with snow and rugged mountain terrains. The one dominant characteristic of your winter adventure to the Pangarchulla Peak will be the treat of snow.

The paves are swaddled with alluring lush greenery, dense jungles, and pristine snow-capped landscapes around. A close-up look of the Garhwal region can be discovered through this trek with the sunshine falling on its summit. Travelers choose to head out on this Trek just to behold the remarkable sights of Nanda Devi, Mana, Hathi, Lampak, Dronagiri.

Pangarchulla Peak Trek Quick Facts:

Duration: 6D/5N

Maximum Altitude: 15,069 ft.

Pangarchulla Peak Trek Difficulty Level: Moderate to Difficult

Trekking distance: 38 km

Temperature: Day 18°C to 12°C & Night -3°C to -6°C

Pangarchulla Peak Trek Best Time: April, May, October, November

Start point/Endpoint: Joshimath

ATM: Joshimath

Railway Station: Haridwar

Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

About the Gaumukh Tapovan Trek:

The Gaumukh Tapovan trek is a thrillfest with gigantic views of the cow-shaped Gaumukh Glacier which is also one of the main water sources of the holy Ganges. The trek offers breathtaking views of the Gangotri peaks - Shivling, Thalay Sagar, and Meru.

The Gomukh Tapovan trek is scenic with nature's bounty and is decorated with fragrant flowers, snow-capped peaks, and similar jaw-dropping views. Take a dip in the holy Bhagirathi River, which is considered one of the sacred rituals. During the Gomukh glacier trek, one can also immerse in the divine aura of the pilgrim cities- Rishikesh, Uttarkashi, Gangotri, and Bhojwassa. Marvel at the sight of the Bhagirathi sisters to experience the summit views.

Quick facts about Gaumukh Tapovan Trek:

Duration Of Gomukh Trek: 8D/7N

Maximum altitude: 14222 ft.

Gomukh Tapovan trek gradient: Moderate

Gomukh Trek route distance: 46 Km

Temperature: Day: 18°C to 12°C and Night: 5°C to -5°C

Best time for Gangotri Gomukh trek: May end to June, September to October

ATM: Uttarkashi

Start Point/End Point: Gangotri

About Rupin Pass Trek:

The Pass is perched at 15250 ft in the surreal Himalayan mountain range of Himachal Pradesh. The trek is surrounded by the small hamlets from Dehradun of Uttrakhand to Shimla of Himachal Pradesh, which gives the reason to explore its local culture beauty. You will be greeted with stunning scenery such as cascades, verdant glacial meadows, the snow bridges are something incredible to cross, snow-kissed mountains, charming hamlets, big rivers, hanging villages, terrific forests, hundreds of waterfalls, and an exhilarating pass crossing as a whole, Rupin Pass Trek is a complete experiential trek to do.

Quick Facts About Rupin Pass Trek:

• Rupin Pass Trekking Duration: 7N/8D

• Maximum altitude: 15,250 ft.

• Rupin Pass Trek Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult

• Rupin Pass Trek Distance: 52 Kms

• Temperature: Day: 13°C to 18°C and Night: 0°C to 7°C

• Best Time for Rupin Pass Trekking: May-June (Pre Monsoon), Sep-Oct (Post Monsoon)

• ATM: Purola which is on the way to Dhaula has the last ATM point before your trek begins.

• Start Point: Dhaula, Uttarakhand

• End Point: Sangla, Himachal Pradesh

About the Dayara Bugyal:

The breathtaking alpine meadow of Dayara Bugyal reigns atop a staggering 12,000 ft., against a stunning canvas of lofty Himalayan Neighbours like Bandarpoonch, Kala Nag, Shrikhand Mahadev, Srikanth peak and Gangotri peaks. This trek is marked by a rich carpet of wildflowers, and dense forests of maple and oak fenced by misty valleys.

The trail unveils expansive grasslands, alpine lakes and trickling streams that lull the senses with a sylvan symphony. The wondrous grasslands of Dayara Bugyal are locked in a Himalayan embrace and make for an ideal long weekend trek. Those who wander into this world of untouched beauty leave with far more than what they seek.

Quick Facts About Dayara Bugyal Trek:

Temperature: -4 degrees (Min), 25 degrees (Max), days are relatively warmer

Dayara Bugyal Trek distanceTrekking Distance: 29 km

Maximum Altitude: 12,000 ft

Difficulty Level: Easy To Moderate 

Railway Station: Haridwar is the nearest railway station 

Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

Base Camp: Barsu

ATM: Uttarkashi and Bhatwari on the way Barsu have the last ATM point before your trek begins.

About the Pindari Glacier Trek:

Zero Point of Pindari Glacier is situated at a breathtaking altitude of 12370 ft above sea level, 5km ahead of Phurkia. The Pindari Glacier, in the Bageshwar district, falls in the Kumaon Himalayas. The glacier flows to the south for a short distance of about 9 KM and gives rise to the Pindari River which meets river Alakananda at Karnaprayag in the Garhwal district.

The views from the pass of the Dhakri Khal are particularly impressive and include the many snow-capped peaks that form the southern rim of the Nanda Devi Sanctuary. Stunning and calm lakes with crystal clear waters, snow-clad mountain peaks, charming wooden bridges, everything just adds to a mystic and exhilarating experience when you are on this trek!

Quick Facts About Pindari Glacier Trek Package:

• Duration: 8N/9D

• Pindari Glacier Trek Height: 12370 ft.

• Trek difficulty: Moderate

• Pindari Glacier Trek distance: 48 Kms

• Temperature: 18°C to -2°C

• Best Time To Travel: April, May, June, Mid August to November

• ATM: You will find ATM in Kathgodam

• Start Point/End Point: Kathgodam

About the Panchachuli Base Camp:

Snuggled in the lap of snow-peaked mountains, the Panchachuli Base Camp trek originates in the Darma valley of Pithoragarh district between the borders of Nepal and Tibet. Bestowed with nature’s splendour, the route to the Panchachuli glacier, lying in the lap of Kumaon Himalayas, is adorned with enchanting landscapes, snow-capped mountains, cascading waters, Alpine meadows and a rich variety of flora and fauna. Situated in Eastern Kumaon Himalaya, the trekking route forms the watershed between the Gori Ganga and Darma Valleys. The entire trek to the glacier is a walk along the river Dhauliganga.

The last road head Dar is 42km from Dharchula, and from Dar to Panchachuli Glacier will give us a pleasant walk. The trails unwinding through the tribal villages of Bongling, Sela, Nagling, Baaling and Duktu along the river Dhauliganga and thick forests of deodar and Bhojpatra and conifer are the best ones to enjoy the natural sights. The five peaks of Panchachuli form majestic visuals and enhance the Him Khand, Yuli River skirted by the forests of Devdaar, Bhoj Patra and conifer trees.

This amazing Panchachuli Base Camp trek is truly a feast to the eyes and the scenery throughout the journey is one that can only be experienced, not explained.

If you are someone who would love to roam around the mountains then Panchachuli Base Camp trek is one of the best options and the journey would come up with a lot of astounding moments. The five different peaks of Panchachuli sector numbers 1 to 5 are located at an elevation of 6904 meters, 6437 meters, 6355 meters, 6334 meters and 6312 meters. And almost all of them were conquered by many trekkers in the 1970s itself.

About the Bagini Glacier Trek:

Here comes an eight-day Bagini Glacier trek with so much enthusiasm hidden in each day of your adventure. It starts from Joshimath and from there you will directly go to Jumma and Ruing Village. The meandering paths going up and down through a forest will take you to enjoy the magnificent beauty of Hathi Parvat, Ghori Parvat and Bhumial God Temple. Dronagiri Village with many ruins and inhabited will be a surprise.

Bagini Base Camp is the next stop on your Bagini Glacier trek resuming from Dronagiri Village which will open up many wonderful sights of the peaks, the meadows and the landscapes. Rishi Peak is the highly acclaimed peak you can witness on the way to the base camp. A concrete bridge over the Bagini Nala and the unwinding routes going through the rocks and boulder ridden path can be the perfect supporters of you. Longatulli is also a halt where you will be awe-struck with the amazing Satminal, Hardeul and Rishi Pahar views.

About the Auden’S Col Trek, Uttarakhand:

The Auden’S Col Trek is also one of the toughest treks in the Garhwal Himalayan region and hence it has been the least explored one by regular trekkers; a dream for all the ardent trekkers. It will take you through some of the dangerous moraines, narrow cliffs and stony, snaky and twitchy paves.