KEDARKANTHA TREK
Fri, 22 Dec
|Sankri
The Kedarkantha trek is a popular trekking destination located in the Uttarkashi district of the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, particularly during the winter months when the region is covered in snow.
Time & Location
22 Dec 2023, 6:00 am – 27 Dec 2023, 11:00 am
Sankri, Sankri, Uttarakhand 249128, India
Guests
About the event
Day 1: ARRIVE SANKRI
Start your journey from Dehradun, which is well connected by road, rail, and air to major cities in India. Drive from Dehradun to Sankri, a small village that serves as the base camp for the trek. The drive takes approximately 8-10 hours, covering a distance of around 200-220 kilometers.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: SANKRI TO JUDA KA TALAB
After breakfast in Sankri, Start trek towards Juda Ka Talab. The trail from Sankri to Juda Ka Talab is incredibly picturesque. You'll walk through dense forests of pine and oak trees, which are particularly enchanting during the winter months when they're covered in snow. Juda Ka Talab is a beautiful small lake situated at an altitude of around 9,100 feet (2,774 meters). It's a serene spot surrounded by tall trees and offers excellent camping opportunities. Trekkers often camp here for the night as they continue their journey towards the Kedarkantha summit.
Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: JUDA KA TALAB TO KEDARKANTHA BASE CAMP
After breakfast, you'll head towards Kedarnath base camp. The distance from Juda Ka Talab to Kedarkantha Base Camp is approximately 4-5 kilometers. You'll pass through dense forests and meadows on your way to the base camp. During the winter months, these areas are often covered in snow, creating a magical atmosphere.
It's an adventure that allows you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty and serenity of the Himalayas
The trail involves a gradual ascent through dense forests and meadows.
Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: KEDARKANTHA BASE CAMP TO KEDARKANTHA PEAK TO HARGAON
After early breakfast, The trek from Kedarkantha Base Camp to Kedarkantha Peak Summit is the final and most exciting part of the Kedarkantha trek
Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: HARGAON TO SANKRI
After Morning breakfast, Start the trek towards Sankri. The trek from Hargaon to Sankri is typically the last leg of the Kedarkantha trek. It's a downhill trek, so the distance can be covered relatively quickly. Its approximately 6-7 kilometers trek to Sankri village. The trail passes through lush forests and offers scenic views of the surrounding landscape. It's a pleasant walk amidst nature. As you get closer to Sankri, you'll likely pass through or near small local villages. It's an opportunity to observe the local culture and interact with the people of the region
Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: SANKRI TO DEHRADUN
After breakfast, start your journey towards Dehradun. The drive takes approximately 8-10 hours, covering a distance of around 200-220 kilometers.
Meals: Breakfast
Cost: - 9,999/-
Cost Includes
Meals while on trek - Breakfast Lunch & Dinner mentioned in the itinerary.
Forest Permits/Camping Charges
Safety Gears
Trek guide, cook, helpers, porters and mules for carrying common luggage
First Aid
Expertise of Mountain Hikers.
Inner line permits.
All applicable Taxes
Cost Excludes
Flight / Train / Bus Tickets.
Transportation: Dehradun to Sankri & Return
Backpack offloading Charges (Approx Rs. 250-300 Per Day/Per bag)
Meals during road journeys.
Entry fees at monuments
Camera, Photography/Videography charges wherever applicable.
Any Personal expenses
Any Insurance.
Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc. (to be borne by the client, who is directly payable on the spot)
Anything else than includes list.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
In case you wish to cancel your trek please email us at hikers.mountain@gmail.com & contact our respective representative.
1. 50% refund if cancellation is made more than 30 days and less than 45 days prior to the departure date of the event.
2. 25% refund if cancellation is made more than 20 days and less than 30 days prior to the departure date of the event.
3. NO refund will be made if cancellation is made within 20 days prior to the departure date of the event.
4. In case of cancellation of any event due to reasons beyond control (like Natural calamities, riots, political uncertainty, public transport failure etc.) of Mountain Hikers, no refund shall be payable.
Cancellation charges are based on the total trek fee, irrespective of the amount paid either full or partial.