Why Kedarkantha
ABOUT THE TOUR
Kedarkantha is a fun trek that takes the seriousness out of trekking. It is almost like going on a 4-day active vacation. It is recommended for all adventure souls who like snow and high mountains, irrespective of your experience. Beginners are more than welcome to go on this trek. The highlights of the treks are the beautiful campsites, snow-covered pine forests, 360 degree view of the mountains and the chance to stand on top of one of the easiest trekkable peaks in the Himalayas. You will get to see Godly peaks like Swargarohini, Black Peak, and Bandarpoonch during the trek and come back absolutely thrilled and refreshed.
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ITINERARY
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Day 01: Dehradun to Sankri
Distance: 220 KMs (Dehradun to sankri)
Altitude: Sankri (6400 ft)
Time Take: 10 hours approx. (Dehradun to Sankri)
Trekking level: Easy
Water Sources: Carry water bottles with you.
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Assemble at Dehradun station at 6:30 am.
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Start journey to sankri either by sumo or any other vehicle.
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Our journey will pass from Kempty Fall, Mussoorie and also appreciate the view of Tons River.
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The last patch of 22 kms will go from Govind National Park.
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Arrive Sankri in the late evening. BSNL network work here to keep in touch with your family.
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Day 02: Sankri to Juda Ka Talab
Distance: 4 KMs (Sankri to Juda Ka Talab)
Altitude: Sankri (6400 ft) Juda Ka Talab ( 9211 ft)
Time Taken: 4 hours
Trekking level: easy
Water source: carry 2 liters of water to keep your esophagus wet.
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Wake up little early and get ready for Trekking.
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Post breakfast move to start trek which will take you to Juda ka Talab.
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A steep trail will be a starting point out from Sankri village where you will find wide curve road. Trail will pass along with the stream.
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Trail is little dense so you can not see the stream clearly but you can listen the sound of flowing water.
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You can get an opportunity to see Himalayan languars who jump from one tree to another and take care of their family.
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The last patch of our trek goes from dense forest of oak trees. Reach to an amazing spot which is juda ka talab.
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Juda ka Talab is a great combination of giant lake and oak and pine trees and this combination turns natural beauty into a paradise.
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Make night little warmer with bonfire, enjoy veg food and overnight at camp.
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Day 03: Julda Ka Talab To Kedarkantha Base Camp
Distance: 4 KMs (juda ka talab to base camp)
Altitude: Juda ka talab (9211 ft) Kedarkantha base camp (11,250 ft)
Time Take: 3 hours approx.
Trekking level: Easy
Water Sources: Carry 2 water bottles with you.
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Wake up early in the morning, stretch your body and get ready to continue your trek.
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After having hot breakfast move toward Kedarkantha base camp which is up straight and trail is quite visible.
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Trail will pass from some of the dense forest of oak and pine trees.
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Trail will also offer you to see the snow capped peaks if you trek in winter season. when you reach little up, Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag and Ranglana peaks will show their beauty to appreciate.
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Keep chatting with friends and solo travelers and enjoy bonfire. Enjoy hot dinner and overnight at camp.
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Day 04: Kedarkantha base to Kedarkantha peak and back to Hargaon
Distance: 6 KMs (Base camp to Hargaon)
Altitude: Kedarkantha base camp (11,250 ft) Kedarkantha Peak (12500 ft) Hargaon ( 8900 ft)
Time Take: 7 hours approx.
Trekking level: Easy
Water Sources: Carry 2 water bottles with you.
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Start your day with some exercise and stretch you body as the trek is little long rather than other days and also appreciate the beauty of sunrise.
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Enjoy breakfast and pick your rucksacks to go and summit the peak which is situated at 12500 ft from the above sea level.
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You will find lots of trail from the Base camp to reach Kedarkantha but take the main trail and marked one.
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The last part to reach is little difficult and steep.
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At the top of Kedarkantha Peak there is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Parvati. There is a shrine of Lord Ganesh.
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Move back to camp and then to Hargaon.
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Dinner and overnight at camp.
Day 05: Hargaon Camp to Sankri
Distance: 6 KMs (Hargaon to Sankri)
Altitude: Hargaon ( 8900 ft) Sankri (6400 ft)
Time Take: 4 hours approx.
Trekking level: Easy
Water Sources: Carry 2 water bottles with you.
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Well day will start wit relax activities enjoy the morning view of mountains and pack your rucksack and collect memories of your trip and have breakfast.
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After having breakfast, head out towards sankri where a bucket of warm water is waiting for you to take bath.
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One can see Har ki Dun valley while getting down to Sankri. Reach sankri and settle down in hotel. Enjoy the presence of locals talk with families at sankri approx. 120 in numbers.
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Visit some shops where you can find some handmade goods and also buy to keep as a memory. Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
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Day 06: Sankri To Dehradun
Distance: 220 KMs (Sankri to Dehradun)
Altitude: Sankri (6400 ft)
Time Take: 10 hours approx. (Dehradun to Sankri)
Trekking level: Easy
Water Sources: Carry water bottles with you.
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Plan your day, as this is the last day and a departure day from sankri.
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Keep you schedule with you and head towards Dehradun after saying bye to all the other members of the trip.
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INCLUSIONS
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Accommodation During the trek (Camping)
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All Meals During the Trek (Only Veg)
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Guide for Trek
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Camping Equipment(Tent, Sleeping Bag, Sleeping Mat,)
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Trekking Permits
EXCLUSIONS
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Flight or travel expenses to reach India and Sankri
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Accommodation at Dehradun
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VISA expanse if any
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Travel or medical Insurance.
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Any medical emergency or rescue cost.
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Photography equipment of any kind.
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Hotel and Other costs added to the trip, in addition to proposed plan, due to road blockage, Political unrest or landslide, has to be paid on actual basis, by participants.
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Any tips and gratuities to staff.
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Extra meals, visits and activities not indicated.
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Items of a personal nature, including alcoholic beverages, laundry and telephone calls.
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Meals other than mentioned in price inclusions
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Anything else not mentioned in the inclusions
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5% GST
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BATCH DATES​