TREK KEDARKANTHA (5Ni/6Days):3810m

Kedarkantha is a 6-day long trek in Govind Pashu Vihar National Park in Uttarakhand. It is one of the most popular treks in India, popular amongst seasoned trekkers as well as for the beginners both. There are many reasons why it is a very popular trek in the Indian Himalayas. The most important of them is the summit climb, which is a very rewarding one. Right from the base camp of the trek, the summit looms large. As you start your trek in the early hours of the morning and steadily climb up the steep slope, the world opens around you. The climb is not easy. The entire stretch is a gradual steep. As you get closer to the summit, it gets tricky as well. But the big mountains of the upper Himalayas keep you company until you finally reach the summit. As you stretch yourself and take in the views of the Himalayas from the summit, you will feel a strong sense of satisfaction and accomplishment. This is an unparalleled feeling. Very few treks offer the same adventure, making it popular among beginners for its finest summit climb.

Route Plan

Itinerary

Day 1 (Pick-up Day): Start early morning from Dehradun/Rishikesh to reach Base Camp at Kotgaon

  • Distance: 210 km
  • Time taken: 10 – 11 hours

The journey takes you past Mori and Purola. You see beautiful valleys and forest cover throughout the journey. At the Naitwar Barrier you need to take permission. A government issued ID is essential for this. After the barrier, right turn goes to Gainchawan Gaon. The straight road goes to Sankri. Depending on availability stay can be done on either of the places.

Day 2: Kotgaon to Khujey: The trek begins at Kotgaon

  • Altitude: 5,571 ft (1,698 m) to 8,924 ft (2,720 m)
  • Time taken: 5.5 hours
  • Trek gradient: Moderate. Gradual ascent for 2 – 2.5 hours followed by a steep ascent

 

Day 3: Khujey to Dhoka

  • Altitude: 8,924 ft (2,720 m) to 10,871 ft (3,313 m)
  • Time taken: 3.5 hours
  • Trek gradient: Easy. Half kilometer of ascent to a meadow followed by half kilometer of level walk. Gradual ascent which becomes steep for the last 300 m to Dhoka

Day 4: Dhoka to Shirpuri via Kedarkantha Summit (Lunch at Dhoka)

  • Altitude: 10,871 ft (3,313 m) to 12,500 ft (3,810 m), and on to 8,270 ft (2,521 m)
  • Time taken: 7–8 hours
  • Trek gradient: Easy to moderate. 2–3-hour steep ascent to reach the summit. Steep descent to Akhoti Thatc

Day 5: Shirpuri to Kotgaon

  • Altitude: 8,270 ft (2,521 m) to 5,571 ft (1,698 m)
  • Time taken: 4-5 hours
  • Trek gradient: Easy. Gradual descent all the way

Day 6 (Drive-back Day): Drive to Rishikesh / Dehradun from Kotgaon

  • Distance: 210 km
  • Time taken: 10 – 11 hours
  • Start early in the morning, preferably before 7.00 AM since the journey takes at least 10 hours. Stay at the hotel.

The comprehensive price is INR 54,000/- (per person excluding GST) for a group size of 15-25 participants with Complimentary of 01 Instructor accompanying with the group. Prepayment of 50% of the above price by each participant for confirmation and to book slots for the entire group. Remaining payment be made in full 21 days prior to the travel date to reserve climbing slots & secure flight tickets.

Available Dates in Aug / Sep is as under: 
1.08.2024 To 15.09.2024 

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions

  1. Return Airfare from Delhi to Dehradun.
  1. Return Transfers from Airport to Hotel at Dehradun / Rishikesh and from Hotel to Base Camp.
  1. If a participant can’t continue the acclimatization or can’t go to the summit, he / she can either return to the hotel or stay in the Base Camp. For this additional stay, the charges shall be borne by us which is included in the price.
  1. 02 Nights Additional Hotel Stay at Rishikesh / Dehradun either in Dormitory / Triple Room as per availability pursuant to date confirmation and it shall be on sharing basis with complimentary Break Fast (B). 

Pl note: Participants must have valid Passport or Government of India Authorized IDs which is not going to expire within 06 months of travel; and the upkeep & maintenance of it is the sole responsibility of the participants and their guardian. There shall be no refunds of whatsoever if any participant fails to clear permissions / registrations.

  1. Mountain guides; Group climbing equipment (mountaineering ropes, carabiners); first aid kit; Accommodation and food.
  1. Trek Certificate.

Exclusions

  1. Personal clothing and equipment rentals.
  1. Insurance policy, we recommend 14 days insurance. 
  1. Snacks when climbing (fast carbohydrates: sweets, dried fruits, candies, etc.). 
  1. Tips or reward to the porters & guides.

Pl note: Tips shall be borne by the individuals at their discretion, if the lead guide proposes for tips to the porters or to his team, it shall be decided through a discussion with the guides / instructors / tour lead and an equal share shall be given to the main guide for disbursement.

  1. (L) shall not be provided due to airport transfers on departure day however participants can expect meals on board the flight.
  1. Extra baggage allowance.
  2. Any other items not listed in the inclusions.

The above quote is subject to revision w.r.t environmental changes & travel bookings & valid until midnight of 15th July 2024.

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