KEDARKANTHA TREK
Highlights:
Region
:- Uttarakhand
Duration :- 5 Days
Grade :- Easy To Moderate
Max Altitude :- 12,500 Ft.
Approx Trekking Km :- 20 Kms.
Dates: 7/1/2018 to 11/1/2018
Duration :- 5 Days
Grade :- Easy To Moderate
Max Altitude :- 12,500 Ft.
Approx Trekking Km :- 20 Kms.
Dates: 7/1/2018 to 11/1/2018
About the Trek:
Adorned
with ravishing beauty of falling snow and fringed with pine trees, The
Kedarkantha Trek is one of the most sought after snow trekking destinations in
India. With falling winter snow it’s a mesmerizing pictorial view and what’s
more attractive, is the view of the Mighty Himalayas from the trails right to
the top. Nestled at a height of 3810 meters which is about 12,500 feet this is
an ideal trekking trail which covers a consolidated distance of 20 kms. The
distance is not much and the trekking trail is neither very difficult which
enables even the first time trekkers to set on the adventure and enjoy the
beauty of nature at its best. With charming and captivating sights of snow
clapped Himalayas, the verdant greenery, lush landscapes, myriad collection of
flora, frozen ponds, to the sights of mesmerizing peaks, this trek have all the
delightful marvels that a trekker wish to experience and view in his journey.
Not only for the adventure seekers and trekkers, to enjoy thrilling challenges,
The Kedar Kantha Trek is an ideal destination for the nature lovers to
bask in the beauty of undisturbed nature and enjoy delightful and blissful
moments with exhilarating experiences.
Based
in Western Garhwal in the Uttarakashi district, the Kedarkantha trek is known for
being one of the easy treks of the country which can be attended by people who
are in experienced trekkers and have no knowledge of prior trekking. However
physical fitness is required where one should be able to jog at least for 4 kms
in 30 minutes before committing for the trekking tour. As the altitude rises
the air becomes thin and people needs to carry backpacks too, which can all be
very difficult, without proper physical fitness.
Trekking
in Uttrakhand is always a pleasure due to its ravishing beauty and panoramic
natural views that cannot be matched with any other destinations within the
country. But among all the fascinating locations and thrilling trekking sites
available it is the snow treks of Kedarkantha which inspires every trekker a
lot. In fact it has a lot of reasons of being such a terrific trek which makes
it so popular among the enthusiastic travelers. The very first reason is the
availability of snow till the end of April making it one of the best winter
trek destination of all. And what more one can view the lovely snows at a
height of only 10,000 feet lying at the base of the pine trees. The next reason
for its popularity is the lovely campsites, where every site is unique in its
own way and does not match the beauty with any other campsites in the journey.
Another beauty of this trekking trail is that it starts from dense pine forest
where one can begin the trekking trail walking over the bed brown dried leaves
creating a unique experience and a magnificent view that is absolutely
unparallel. Last but not the least is the splendid jaw dropping breath taking
view of the famous snow clapped mountain summits that comes into view as soon
as one steps in Kedarkantha base and the view gets more stunning which each
step towards the summit. In a whole the trekking tour promises refreshing and
heart filled pleasure which makes the destination so attractive to millions of
visitors throughout the year
Though
Kedarkantha Trek can be conducted almost the whole year but the aspiring views
that it provides in the winter months from December to April cannot be compared
with summer times. The snow clapped trekking trails and the buckets of snow at
the base of the pine trees are a fascinating beauty to savor and which remains
only available during the winter days. In fact for the locals the winter months
are a time for rejoice and they enjoy with a number of festivals during this
time. However it is better to avoid the monsoon time for trekking in these
trail.
Day
No: 1
Drive from Dehradun to Sankri (6450 ft, 10 hrs):- We will arrange the
transport and they will meet you at Dehradun railway station to pick you for
long but scenic drive Sankri via Mussoorie, Barkot, Purola, Mori, Netwar along
the Tons River. On arrival set out camp for overnight stay.
Day
No: 2
Trek from Sankri to Juda Ka Talab (9000 ft, 4 hrs):- After morning
exercise we will have our breakfast and start the trek around 8 AM for our next
camp Juda Ka Talab. We will camp beside the small pond surrounded by Pine and
Oak trees. One can have beautiful views of snow clad peaks from Juda Ka Talab
campsite.
Day
No: 3
Trek from Juda Ka Talab to Kedarkantha Base (9000 ft, 7 hrs):- Get up
early morning to see the golden glow of snow clad peaks. Post breakfast start
the trek to Kedarkantha Peak base which takes around 4 hrs to reach Kedarkantha
Peak base. Enjoy hot lunch and explore the area.
Day
No: 4
Trek from Kedarkantha Base to Kedarkantha Peak and back to Kedarkantha
Base:- Today is a long day trek up to the summit of Kedarkantha peak, have your
lunch with amazing views of snow clad peaks of Yamunotri and Gangotri ranges.
After spending some quality time at the peak we trek back to nearby camping
site at the Kedarkantha Base.
Day
No: 5
Trek from Kedarkantha Base to Sankri (9000 ft, 8 hrs):- Trek down from
Kedarkantha Base to Sankri via Hargaon on well marked trail by stones. Trek
down through thick forest of Pine and Maple trees and at some places you will
have open views of beautiful Har Ki Dun valley. Drive back to Dehradun to catch
your train to Delhi with kaleidoscopic memories of the Kedarkantha Trek.
TRIP FEES: Rs. 9500 + 5% GST
To Register or for queries contact
Dimesh Patel on 9892974968 / 8879941420
Inclusions:
Transport:
Dehradun
to Sankri on Day 1
Sankri
to Dehradun on Day 2
Accommodation:
Four
Nights Camping during Trek
Dome
Tents, Mattresses and Sleeping Bags
Mess
Tent for the Group
Toilet
Tents - Dry Pit Style
Meals
All
Meals Cooked in Hygienic ConditionsAll Meals (Veg.) during the Trek
Kitchen
Tent, Equipment & All Rations
Natural
Spring / Purified Water during Trek
Support Team
One
Qualified Trek Leader
One
Assistant Trek Leader / Local Guide
Cook
Helpers
Porters
/ Mules (for Equipment)
Safety & Rescue
Mountaineering
Course Qualified Trek Leader
Local
Support Team for Geographical Intelligence
Walky
Talky with Team Members for Swift Communication
Crampons
/ Microspikes to the Trekkers (if Required)
Oxygen
Cylinder with the Team
First-Aid
Medical Kit with the Team
Oxymeter
with the Team
Staff
Travel Insurance
Nature & Environment
Proper
Segregation Bins an Waste Management at Campsite
Charity
Support to One Local Community-Based NGO
Clean
up Drive at Season Ending
Others
Equipment
Purchase and Rental Support
Maximum
18-22 Trekkers in a Batch
Permits
up to Rs. 500/-
Exclusions
Personal
Gears
Meals
at Sankri
Meals
During Transportation
GST
(5%)
Tips,
Gratitude to the Team
Note:
Backpack
Holidays expects you to carry your personal luggage on your own, if you don’t
want to carry your backpack so you can give it to porter, but you have to
inform us in advance and have to pay Rs. 350/- extra per day per bag.
*Travel
Insurance (up to Rs. 2,00,000/-) is available @ Rs. 350 per trekker for the
whole trek duration. For Travel Insurance, booking must be made at least two
weeks prior to the departure date.
Cancellation Policy:
Up
to 30 Days:-
90% of Trek/adventure program cost will be refunded.
Between
21 - 30 Days:-
60% of Trek/adventure program cost will be refunded.
Between
20 - 11 Days:-
30% of Trek/adventure program cost will be refunded.
Less
than 10 Days:-
No refund.
Rescheduling Policy:
Up
to 10 Days:-
30% of Trek/adventure program cost will be charged.
Less
than 10 Days:-
No rescheduling allowed.
Other Terms:
Any
additional costs due to weather / unforeseen situations, will have to be borne
by the traveller.
Our
team reserves the right to change the plan in case there is danger involved for
the group or whenever the trek leader deem it necessary.
Final
word of the trek leaders will have to followed by all the members.
No
show and trek changes/cancellation due to bad weather or natural calamity will
be non-refundable.
KEDARKANTHA TREK
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