Gulabi Kantha Trek
Less explored himalayan trek
- 360° view of himalayan mountain ranges
- Less crowded and less explored trek
- Experience beauty of Yamuna valley
- Professional and experienced mountain staff
DURATION
4N/5D
DISTANCE
24 KM
ALTITUDE
12,500 FT.
DIFFICULTY
MODERATE
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Gulabi Kantha Trek Overview
Situated in Inner Himalayas, Gulabi Kantha Trek is one of the most beautiful Trek in Uttarakhand. Despite lying close to Yamunotri Temple and the famous Dodital lake, this trek remains much less explored.
Gulabi Kantha (Literally Meaning Pink Mountain) is situated, in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, at an elevation of 12,430 ft above sea level and according to locals, derives its name either from the pink flowers that bloom here in Spring season or the pink variety of rhododendron (Burans) flowers found in the region.
…One can witness 360 degree panoramic view of Himalayan mountain ranges from Gulabi Kantha Summit. Furthermore, Bandarpoonch peak, Kalindi sirkala, Shivalik mountains, and Chaukhamba peaks can easily be seen from this trek.
What make this trek more special is that it is an evergreen trek, i.e. it can be done throughout the year. In winters, this place remains dunked in snow which make it an ideal winter trek.
On the other hand, in summers one can enjoy the mesmerising view of vast meadow (Bugyal) of Gulabi Kantha. The meadow is spread over the 3.75 KM square area (2.5 km long and 1.5 km wide). Along with this, Gulabi Kantha could also offer a great variety of adventure sports opportunities such as skiing in future.
The base camp of Gulabi Kantha Trek Hanuman Chatti is situated at the confluence of the Hanuman Ganga and Yamuna river. Hanuman Chatti is named after the Hindu God Lord Hanuman. Situated at an elevation of 7,874 ft, Hanuman Chatti is at a road distance of 8 Km from the Janki Chatti, the base camp of the famous Yamunotri Dham.
One can also visit Yamunotri temple after completing the trek and take Darshan of Maa Yamuna. Yamunotri is one the four holy sites of chardham of Uttarakhand. It is a delightful place well known for its snow-cladded hill top views and alluring trails.
It is the source of the river Yamuna, and also known to be seat of the Hindu Goddess Yamuna, daughter of sun god, Surya dev. There are hot water springs spurting out from the cavities of mountains nearby the temple. The temple opens at 6 in the morning and can be visited till 8 in the evening. The holy arti performed at 6pm in the evening.
Apart from this, trek also serves as a base camp for Darwa Top trek and Dodi Tal Lake Trek.
Darwa Top which is also known as Darwa Pass can be done from Gulabi Kantha. Situated at an elevation of 13615 ft. this pass connects the Ganga and Yamuna River Valley.
Whereas, Dodital Trek is one of the most popular treks in Uttarakhand. This place is know also known as ‘The Abode of Lord Ganesha’. There’s a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha on lakeside.
The holy Dodital lake is named after the Himalayan Trouts, locally known as ‘Dodi’, which can be found in huge amount in lake water. One can trek from Gulabi Kantha Top to Dodital via Darwa pass. This lake is origin of ‘Asi Ganga River’ which meet the Ganga (Bhagirathi) river in Uttarkashi City.
Exhilarating road trip to Base Camp of Gulabi Kanthi Trek is an adventure in itself. The upper reaches of Yamuna Valley in Uttarakhand are particularly quiet during the freezing winter.
One can get the first sight of snow-cloaked Bandarpoonch Massif from Barkot. Further, a temple dedicated to Maharshi Jamdagni, father of Lord Parashuram who was the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu, is located in Than Village near Barkot. Lord Parashurama’s mother Renuka is also a popular deity in this region.
Gangnani is another destination enroute Hanuman Chatti where locals believe that the confluence of three holy rivers (Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati) in Hindu religion occurs. It should be noted that this Gangnani is not to be confused by another Gangnani enroute Gangotri Highway.
Another attraction on the route to Gulabi Kantha are the wooden multi-story houses that are hallmark of the Rawain Region, where the trek falls.
Let us take you on a journey to experience the cultural wealth of the Rawain region of Uttarakhand.
Itinerary
- Travel Distance: 140 KM approx
- Time Taken: 5-6 Hours
- Max Altitude: 4,003 ft.
- Meet us early morning in Dehradun. Pick-Up Location: Near Railway Station, Dehradun.
- Start driving from Dehradun to Barkot along Yamuna covering these beautiful location: Mussoorie, Kempty Falls, Naugaon
- We’ll reach Barkot by evening. Explore local market.
- Accommodation in hotel.
- Travel Distance: 30 KM approx
- Trek Distance: 5 KM
- Time Taken: 4 Hours
- Max Altitude: 8,500 ft.
- After Breakfast, We’ll start driving from Barkot to Hanuman Chatti and start trekking to Kandola Chhani.
- Enjoy the beauty of vast meadows of Gulabi Kantha
- Overnight stay in Camps
- Trek Distance: 6 KM
- Time Taken: 4-5 Hours
- Max Altitude: 10,500 ft.
- After enjoying the breakfast head towards the Seema Thatch.
- Witness the beauty of vast meadows of Gulabi Kantha (2.5 km in length and 1.5 km wide)
- Overnight stay in Campsite
- Distance: 1 km Ascend + 11 KM Descend
- Time Taken: 6-7 Hours
- Max Altitude: 12,000 ft.
- Today we’ll start early in the morning, after breakfast start trekking towards Gulabi Kantha Top (1 KM)
- Witness the mesmerizing sunrise from 12,000 ft.
- Enjoy the jaw dropping 360° view of Himalayas.
- Witness the Mesmerizing views of Bandarpunch peak, Shivalik mountains range, Bali pass, Sarutal range, fachu kandi pass, and Chaukhamba peaks.
- After spending some time at summit descend to Nishni village (11 KM).
- Overnight stay in beautiful traditional wooden homestay.
- Trek Distance: 3.5 KM
- Time Taken: 3-4 Hours
- Max Altitude: 6400 ft.
- After Breakfast, We’ll start descending to Hnauman Chatti (2 km).
- Drive back to Dehradun.
- Your trip ends here but not the bond you have just made with mountains.
Package Options
- This package variant excludes transportation
- You need to reach Hanuman Chatti on your own.
(Price valid for minimum 4 Person)
- This package varient provides transportation (Pick-Drop) from Dehradun
- Vehicle: Sumo/Bolero/Tempo Traveller
- Pick Up Time: 6-7 AM
- Pick-Up Location: Near Railway station, Dehradun
(Price valid for minimum 4 Person)
- Book your slot by just paying ₹1999 in advance
What is included?
Inclusions
- Trained and experienced mountain staff (Trek Leaders, guides, cooks, etc.)
- Camping equipments (High Altitude Tents, sleeping bag, thin liner, zero degree mattress)
- Trekking equipments (Microspikes, Gaiters)
- Safety equipment ( Basic first aid medical kit, oxygen cylinder, medical kit, ice axe, ropes)
- Trekking permits and forest camping charges
- Accommodation during the trek (Local Wooden Homestay/Camps) on sharing basis
- All meals during trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea, coffee, snacks, soup)
- Separate Bio Toilet tents – Ladies and Gents
Exclusions
- Any Kind of Personal expenses:
- Personal/Travel Insurance
- Backpack offloading charges.
- Hiking pole, shoes, jacket and other renting gears
- Meals during transportaion
- Food items purchased by trekkers during the trek or travel at Local canteen
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, roadblocks..etc
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
What Trekkers Say?
How To Reach?
Nearest Airport – Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun. ( 213 kms far from Sankri)
- There is a daily flight from Delhi to Dehradun, which take around an hour to reach the city.
Nearest Railway Station – Dehradun Railway Station. (187 kms far from Sankri)
- You can take the overnight train to Dehradun from Delhi.
Nearest ISBT: ISBT Dehradun
- There is regular bus service from Delhi to Dehradun, from Delhi’s ISBT Kashmere Gate.
How to reach Hanuman Chatti?
Hanuman Chatti is 170 KM far from Dehradun. You can book a taxi or share ride in local vehicle to reach Hanuman Chatti.
We can arrange vehicle for you from Dehradun to Hanuman Chatti and return at an extra cost.
7 Reasons to visit!
- Gulabi Kantha trek is perfect getaway for beginner trekkers, family and children.
- Along with Gulabi Kantha Trek enjoy the beautiful ride to Yamuna valley.
- Gulabi Kantha Trek offers the mesmerizing sunrise and sunset view.
- 360° view of Himalyan mountain ranges
- From Gluabi Kantha Top witness the Mesmerizing views of Bandarpunch peak, Shivalik mountains range, Bali pass, Sarutal range, fachu kandi pass, and Chaukhamba peaks.
- Experience the local culture and hospitality.
- Gulabi Kantha trek is less explored himalyan trek in spite of lying close to the popular Dodital lake (The abode of Lord Ganesha).
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Gulabi Kantha Faq's
Yes! Gulabi Kantha Trek is recommended to beginners without any prior experience.
Gulabi Kantha Trek can be done all around the year. This trek comes under all-seasoned Himalayan trek category.
Difficulty level of Gulabi Kantha Trek is from easy to Moderate. In winters trek become a bit difficult comartively to summer season because of snow covered trails.
During the month of December to April, one can definitely find snow on Gulabi Kantha Trek. The snowfall usually starts from Nov-Dec month.
During the month of December to April, one can definitely find snow on Gulabi Kantha Trek. The snowfall usually starts from Nov-Dec month.
Policies
• If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 15% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
• If cancellations are made within 30-15 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
• If cancellations are made within 15-0 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
• In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled and in such cases the operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same.
Refund Policy:
The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days. 2% of total amount will be deducted as bank processing fees.
Note: We holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice.
- Respect local folks, culture and be sensitive towards wildlife.
- If you have any Medicaledical condition which may affect the trip, kindly let us know in advance.
- Don’t carry ‘SINGLE USE PLASTIC’
- Don’t throw plastic/garbage on trails.
- Basic First Aid kit
- Experienced and well trained staff
- All safety checks as per gov. guidelines.
- Oxygen Cylinders
- Radios walkie-talkies
- Technical team on all snowy slopes
- Microspikes on all snow treks
- Experienced and Certified Trek Leaders
(For Winter Session)
• Sturdy hiking boots: with good ankle support. If you do not own a pair yet, it is advisable that you buy one as soon as possible & wear it often so that they are well broken. This will help prevent blisters.
• Hiking Bag
• Light weight tennis shoes/sandals: for wearing in camp.
• Wool socks: 2 pairs: preferably thick wool socks.
• Nylon socks: 2-3 Pairs, of the type you wear daily to be worn under the wool socks to prevent blister.
• Hiking shirt/T-shirt: 2 Preferably long sleeve
• Warm shirts & pants for camp: 1 each
• Rain Coat/Poncho: 1 each
• Warm Jacket: 1
• Woolen gloves : 1 pairs as thick as available in the market.
• Under wear: 2-3 changes • Hiking shorts/pants: 1
• Sun hat: Cotton or nylon.
• Sun Glasses : Preferably with an anchor
• Sun Protection Lotion. Lip balm/chap stick
• Water bottle: 2 Bottles of 1 Liter capacity. (Carry 1 Thermos flask)
• Head lamp/flashlight: Preferably a headlamp as it leaves your hands free to work please bring extra batteries.
• Toiletries: Tooth brush/paste, toilet paper, soap. etc
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