Kumaon, an area of 130,176 sq km bounded by the Himalayas in the north and the green foothills of Terai and Bhabar in the south, touches the international boundaries of Nepal and Tibet. It comprises the three north eastern Himalayan districts of Uttrakhand -Pithoragarh, Almora and Nainital with terrain ranging from 180m to 7000m for any trekker who loves pristine jungles and a wide spectrum of life - on land, in water and in the sky. From times immemorial ethnic groups migrated to this area resulting in a remarkable convergence of social and cultural kinds evident to this day.
The Kumaon Hills in the central Himalayas, reaches up in rugged sweeps from the forested plains to the snowy peaks of the Nanda Devi-rishul range. The rarefied air, ringed around with mists, distils reality till it acquires a curious purity.
There are many ancient temples in the region, dating back to the Katyuri and Chand epochs. Unique in many ways, these temples are all important, and around them swirl islands of life-gay annual fairs, humming bazaars and social activities.
From time immemorial the hill folk and pilgrims have trekked over hill and dale due to lack of roads and transport. Adi-Shankaracharya, who trekked in the Garhwal Himalaya in the eighth century AD, was the first religious pioneer to open up trekking routes in this part of the country for the people of other regions. Now trekking is as much part of a pilgrimage as it is of an outdoors holiday.
Two ancient sanctuaries of faith stand in silence amid the mountains of Garhwal in Uttrakhand. These are the temples of Shiva and Vishnu at Kedarnath and Badrinath which have been the destination of pilgrims for centuries. Once reached after a torturous trek but easily accessible today by road.
Two ancient sanctuaries of faith stand in silence amid the mountains of Garhwal in Uttrakhand. These are the temples of Shiva and Vishnu at Kedarnath and Badrinath which have been the destination of pilgrims for centuries. Once reached after a torturous trek but easily accessible today by road.
High above the world where the mountains seem to touch the sky are the secret sources of India's sacred rivers. Here at a height of over 3,000 meters the snows melt to form the Ganga and Yamuna rivers in a deep recess of the mountains. This hallowed ground is the destination of countless pilgrims every year. For years, countless pilgrims have walked from Gangotri to reach the snout of glacier which gives birth to Ganga. Very few of them bother to travel another five kilometers along the glacier to breathtaking beautiful Tapovan, the land of Brahmakamal flower.
⋅ Almora-Kopkaot-Khati-Phurkia-Pindari Glacier Duration 7 days
⋅ Almora-Bageshwar-Thal-Munsyari-Lilam-Martoli-Milam Glacier Duration 9 days
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Day 02: Rishikesh - Uttarkashi ( 210 km.)
Drive to Uttarkashi via Narender Nagar-Chamba-Dharsu. Full day journey. Overnight stay at Hotel Uttarakashi. Briefing about the trek and necessary instruction.
Day 03: Uttarkashi - Sangamchatti ( Drive 14 km ) - Agora / Bevra (2250 MT.) - ( Trek 8 Km.)
Transfer to Sangamchatti,.The Trek starts with crossing over the river Asiganga followed by an ascend of 5 km to the village of Agora and a further trek of about 2 km. gradual climb to village Bhebra . takes you to From here the trail is gradual for about 2 kilometers and continues to the village of Bhebra, The camp site is situated on the top of the ridge marked with a sun shed. Overnight camping.
Day 04: Agora / Bevra - Dodital (3307 –MT.) ( Trek 15 Km. ) Dodital Trek
The trek passes through the forest of Rhododendron, crossing couple of side stream and over steep cliffs finally reaches the magnificent lake of Dodital. The Dodital is a gorgeous lake. The lake has a surrounding pine forest with the Darwa meadow towering on one side and the open wide valley on the other is really awesome Overnight camping.
Day 05: Dodital - Darwa Top (4150 m) (5 kms/ 3 hrs)
Early start the trek to Darwa is full day's walk is of 5 kilometers to have captivating views on the pass.. The trek passes through the narrow gorges, birch forest, rocky colonies, and involves a series of rivulet crossings leads to high meadows. Later the trail gets steep with a few switch backs finally takes you to the pass. The stunning view of Bandar punch Peak and Swargarohini range is immaculate and most adorable. Back toDodital in the afternoon. Overnight camping.
Day 06: Dodital - Agoda / Bevra . ( 17 Km.)
Trek Back to Berva The reverse trek to Berva which is a enjoyable walk . The views lower down the valley are equally admirable. Overnight camping.
Day 07: Agoda - Sangm Chatti (7 km. trek ) - Rishikesh (177 kms Drive)
Trek of about 7 km. takes you to Sangam Chatti. Board the vehicles for Rishikesh ( Shiv puri rafting camp ). On arrival check into the Rafting Camp. Overnight camping .
Day 08: River Rafting & transfer to Haridwar Railway Station
River rafting on river Ganga from Shivpuri to Rishikesh. Lunch & transfer to Haridwar . Programme concludes.
Day 01: Report at Dehradun.
(Hotel/ Guest house ) in the afternoon. Issue of equipment etc. Overnight stay in hotel/ guest house.
Day 02: Dehradun - Sankari .
Stat early morning and reach Netwar and Sankari in the afternoon. Natwar is the entrance pint of the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary which is about 200 km from Dehradun. Overnight camping at Sankari. Briefing about the trek and safety techniques during
Day 03: Trek: Sankari-Taluka ( 1900 Mt. ) : Trek 12 Km.
Start trek for Taluka which is about 13 Km. The jeep road to village is under construction Trek passes through forest of Pine and Oak etc. Reach in the afternoon. Overnight camping.
Day04: Trek : Taluka- Osla ( 2560 MT.): Trek 13 Km.
Cross Siyan Gad and further climbs to Dhatmir village. Again cross the river towards right side of Tons river. Osla is surrounded by dense forests of Walnut, Chestnut, Willows and Chinars. Enroute visit the Ghangore Village & local temple. The villagers worship the Kauravas and Duryodhana of Mahabharata is the main deity. The temples have beautiful wood carvings. Overnight camping.
Day 05: Osla - Har Ki Dun (3506mt.) trek 14 km.
The trail and surroundings are extremely picturesque. The trail climbs gradually through lush green terraced mountain fields spotted with varied wild flowers. Have a panoramic view of Ruinsara Gad: Kalanag peak (6387 MT), (Bandar punch 6316 MT), Swargarohini (6252 MT ) and Juandar glacier. Har Ki dun has a back drop of snowy mountain peaks.It is one of the most picturesque spot in the Garhwal Hills. Overnight camping/ Tourist benglow.
Day 06: Har-Ki-Dun : Explore the area
Visit Juandar glacier and explore the area which is full of snow during summer. The surrounding meadows are full of wild flowers. Overnight again at Hark- ki- dun .
Day 07: Har Ki Dun - Osla
Morning after breakfast trek back to Osla . Overnight camping.
Day 08: Osla - Sankari (21 km.) -Rishikesh (255 Kms, 7-8 hrs)
After early breakfast trek for about 6-7 hours to reach Sankari and drive back to Dehradun. Overnight in hotel/camp.
Day 09: Dehradun-Rishikesh- Haridwar :
Transfer to Shiv puri for rafting upto Rishikesh. Transfer to Haridwar for boarding bus/train. Programme concludes.
Day 01:
Report at Rishikesh guest house/hotel in the afternoon.Issue of trekking equipment etc. Overnight in hotel/guest house.
Day 02: Rishikesh –Joshimath ( 1875 Mt.) (245 kms/8-9 hrs)
After an breakfast drive to Joshimath via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnprayag and Nandprayag, Reach in the afternoon. Overnight in hotel/guest house.Briefing about the trek and safety techniques during the trekking.
Day 03:
Transfer to Auli ( 2778 Mt) . Start trek Tali ( 3506 Mt.) via Gurson ( 3658 Mt. ). Magnificient view of Nanda Devi peak and range. Trek 14 Km. Overnight camping.
Day 04:Trek Bagrbudda/ Khulara : 09 Km. Alt.
Trek passes through meadows full of wild flowers . Gradual climb.Reach Khulara campsite in the afternoon. Overnight camping.
Day 05: Trek to Kwaripass ( 4268 Mt.) and back to Khulara. Trek : 4 Km.
Trek to Kwaripassin involves steep climb upto pass . Panoramic view of Ranges. 04 kms with packed lunch In the evening, trek back to Khulara Dinner and night stay in camp
Day 06: Trek : Khulara to Tapovan ( 1830Mt.) 14 Km.
Trek passes through forest of pine and oak . Vehicle will pick up the group for transfer to Joshimath. Overnight stay in hotel/guest house.
Day 07: 256 km. drive to Shivpuri rafting camp.
Full day drive. Reach Shiv puri rafting camp in the afternoon. Overnight in the camp.
Day 08:
Rafting : Shivpuri- Rishkesh. Transfer to Haridwar for boarding bus/train. Programme concludes.
Day 01: Report at Rishikesh.
Report in the hotel/guest house at Rishikesh in the afternoon. Issue of equipment like rucksacks, sleeping bags, carry mats etc. Overnight in hotel/guest house.
Day 02: Haridwar - Joshimath (Drive : 245 km.)
Drive to Joshimath via Devprayag. On the way visit Dev prayag where Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers meet. Arrival Joshimath in the evening,Overnight in the hotel/guest house.
Day 03: Joshimath – Govindghat drive: 22 km Trek : Govindghat to Ghangaria :14 km.
Drive to Govindghat and start the trek . A gradual ascent along a well maintained pilgrim trail to Ghangaria. Reach in the afternoon. Overnight in hotel/guesthouse/camping. Explore the surroundings in the evening.
Day 04: Trek : Ghangaria - Valley Of Flowers - Ghangria 10 Km. both side
Trek to Valley Of Flowers (3858 m) involves gradual climb. The valley is an enchanting sight with an impressive array of rare wildflowers like Geranium, Marsh marigold, Prinula, Potentilla, Geum, Asters, Lilium, Ranunculus, Corydalis, Inula, Pedicularis, Arisaema, Morina, Impatiens, Bistorta, Ligularia, Anaphalis, Saxifrages, Sibbaldia, Thermo- psis, Trollius, Codonopsis, Dactylorhiza, Cypripedium, Str- awberry, Epilobium, Rhododendrons and numerous others. The valley is 10 km long, 2 km wide, and is divided by the Pushpawati stream, into which several tiny streams and waterfalls merge. Back to Ghangharia in the afternoon. Overnight in the hotel/guest house/camping.
Day 05: Trek : Ghanghria- Hemkund 12 Km.both side.
Start early morning trek to Hemkund lake (4329 m) from Ghangaria involves moderate to steep ascent The lake is surrounded by seven snowcapped mountains. Back to Ghangharia . After lunch trek back to Govindghat for overnight stay in guest house/hotel.
Day 06:Govind Ghat – Joshimath-Shivpuri rafting camp.
Drive back to Joshimath- Shivpuri ( Rishkesh ) rafting camp. Overnight in the e camp.
Day 07: Rafting : Shivpuri to Rishikesh.
The group will be picked up from the rafting terminating point for transfer to Haridwar. board bus/train for respective destinations.. Programe concludes.
Day 01: Report at Rishikesh.
Report in the hotel/guest house at Rishikesh in the afternoon. Issue of trekking equipment like rucksacks, sleeping bags, carry mats etc. Overnight in hotel/guest house. .
Day 02: Rishikesh - Mundoli ( 215 km.)
Drive from Rishikesh to Mundoli via Dev Prayag, Rudra Prayag and Karanprayag is about 215 Km and takes about 7-8 hrs. Reach in the afternoon. Overnight camping.
Day 03: Mundoli – Wan( 2200 Mts. ) - Bedni Bugyal (3350 Mts.)
Drive of about 10 km to Wan, which is the road head for the trek. The trek from Wan to Bedni Bugyal as about 11 Km. Reach Bedni bugyal campsite in the afternoon. The campsite Bedni is probably one of the best camping sites in the Garhwal Himalaya. Overnight camping.
Day 04: Bedni Bugyal - Bagubassa Trek 10 Km. (Alt. 4100 Mts.)
Trek to Bagubassa passes through meadows full of high altitude flowers. Involving moderate to steep ascends. Reach in the afternoon. Overnight camping.
Day 05: Bagubassa - Roopkund (4450 Mts. ) - Bedni Bugyal
Bhagubasa to Roopkund is easy flat trek but in morens. Kaluka Vinayak (pass) descending till to Patar Nachwani. The trek to Roopkund passes through alpine pasture lands and snow fields, offering magnificent views of the Trisul, Nanda Ghunti, Badrinath peaks. After melting of snow in the lake area, human and equine skeletons remains can be seen. Some of them with flesh attached. These remains have been preserved in the alpine condition for centuries. It is believed that these are the remains of about 300 persons who died about 500 -600 years ago. Trek back to Bedni Bugyal in the afternoon. Overnight camping.
Day 07: Trek : Bedni Bugyal - Wan (2436 Mts.) .
Retrace your steps towards Wan. Overnight camping.
Day 08: Wan – Shivpuri rafting camp.( Rishikesh ).
Drive to Shivpuri rafting camp and reach in the evening. Overnight camping.
Day 09: Rafting Shivpuri to Reshikesh.
The group will be picked up from the rafting terminating point for transfer to Haridwar. board bus/train for respective destinations.. Programe concludes.
