Kedarkantha Trek
Kedarkantha is one of the best winter treks to commence in the Himalayan region of Garhwal, Uttarakhand. If you are a snowbaby, then you might have an adrenaline rush as the place remains dunked in snow from December to April. Campsites are pitched in the vast clearings of the forest for the trekkers to soak in the beauty of the mountains. The highlights of this trek include Juda ka Talab and the view of Swargarohini peaks.
Duration
5N/6D
Altitude
12500 ft.
Transportation
Included
Pick-UP
Dehradun
About Kedarkantha Trek
Kedarnath is known for offering the best camping experience. One of the biggest reasons to set your foot on the Kedarkantha trail is that it boasts the prettiest campsites, like the Akroti Thach campsite amidst the clearing surrounded by walnut and pine trees. While the other one is the Pukhrola campsite, which is an open meadow that offers an undisturbed view of the Kedarkantha summit.
The drive to Kedarkantha is amazing as it cross many famous places which will make your sojourn wonderful. You’ll cross Mussoorie and Dehradun which are two of the famous places located in the heart of Uttarakhand. Enjoy the scintillating views of the mountain Queen and feast your eyes on the warm culture of Garhwal. Eat scrumptious Pahadi cuisines and open your heart to new experiences.
Kedarkantha Trek Insight
- Base Camp: Sankri (6-7 hrs drive from Dehradun)
- Grade/Level: Easy
- Staring Point: Sankri
- Ideal Time to Visit: January to February, May to October and in December.
- Category of trek: Lake and Summit
- Duration: 06 Days
- Total trekking: 20 km
- Places to Cover: Dehradun – Mussoorie – Purola – Mori – Sankri – Kedarkantha
Kedarkantha Trek Itinerary
8 Reasons Why Visit Kedakantha
- Kedarkantha is recommended for all Beginners, irrespective of the prior experience.
- Lake surrounded by pine forests, Juda Ka Talab, freezes during winters. One can easily walk on the frozen lake, It’s absolutely a thrilling experience.
- Starting Point of Kedarkantha Trek, Sankri, is quite populor as base camp for other treks like – Har Ki Dun, Bali pass, Borasu Pass, Ruinsara Tal, Bharadsar lake.
- 360° view of Himalyan ranges – Gangotri, Yamunotri, Har Ki Dun, and Rupin mountain range and glimpse of godly peaks like Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, Black Peak Kala Nag and Ranglana
- Trail is filled with beauty of lush meadows, dense pine forests, cascading beautiful streams, and thick carpet of maple and pine leaves
- On Kedarkantha summit there is a beautiful yet small temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and goddess Parvati.
- Witness the sunrise from the Kedarkantha meadows
- Camping overnight under the blanket of billions of stars
Kedarkantha Trek Map
Package Inclusion
- Transportation (Dehradun to Sankri and return)
- Trekking permits and forest camping charges
- Accommodation during the trek (Hotel/Camps))
- All meals during trek (breakfast, packed lunch, tea, coffee, snacks, soup and dinner)
- Experienced staff (Trek leaders, guides, cooks, etc.)
- Safety equipment (first aid, oxygen cylinder, medical kit)
- Trekking equipments (Tents, sleeping bags, mattress microspikes, Gaiters)
- Separate Bio Toilet tents – Ladies and Gents
Package Exclusion
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
- Personal Insurance
- Backpack offloading charges.
- Meals during transportaion
- Rainting gears charges
- Transport to and from the base camp
How To Reach Sankri (Kedarkantha Base Camp)
By Air :-
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. Sankri(Base Camp) is well connected by motor-able roads with airport. Taxi services are available from Jolly Grant Airport to Sankri.
By Train :-
Nearest Railway Station – Dehradun Railway Station. (187 kms far from Sankri)
You can take the overnight train to Dehradun from Delhi. Taxis and buses are available from Dehradun Railway Station to Sankri (Base Camp).
By Bus:- ( Dehradun to Sankri 187 kms)
There is regular bus service from Delhi to Dehradun, from Delhi’s ISBT Kashmere Gate. Taxis and Buses are available from Dehradun to Sankri (Base Camp)
• 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.
• Person suffering from heart diseases, diabetes, breathing problem/Asthama, H.A.S High Altitude Sickness or is pregnant can not participate.
• Don’t carry ‘SINGLE USE PLASTIC’
• Don’t throw plastic/garbage on trails
• Sturdy hiking boots: preferably all leather upper as it provides better 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.
•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 worm under the wool socks to prevent blister.
• Hiking shirt: 1 Preferably long sleeve
• Long John top: 1 also known as thermal underwear, preferably wool to be worm as first layer.
• Warm shirts & pants for camp : 1 each
• Rain cot 1 each
• Warm Jacket : 1
• Woolen gloves : 1 pairs as thick as available in the market.
• Long John bottoms : Preferably wool to be worm as first layer.
• Under wear : 2-3 changes
• Hiking shorts / pants : 1
• Sun hat : Cotton or nylon.
• Sun Glasses : Preferably with an anchor
• Sun Protection Lotion : optional
• Lip balm / chap stick : optional
• Water bottle: 2 Bottles of 1 Liter capacity.
• Head lamp / flashlight: Preferably a headlamp as it leaves your hands free to work please bring extra batteries.
• Toilet articles: Tooth brush, tooth paste, etc………………..Packet Knife: Optional
• Daily oxygen saturation and pulse readings
• Oxygen Cylinders
• Stretchers team on every trek
• First Aid Medical kit
• Radios walkie-talkies
• Technical team on all snowy slopes
• Microspikes on all snow treks
• Trek Leaders and Safety
• Mountain Staff and Safety
Package Details
Kedarkantha Trek-
Experienced Staff
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Saftey Ensured by Professionals
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Local Guides
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Transportation Included