Category: Uttarakhand

Dehradun is located in the Doon Valley on the foothills of the Himalayas in the Garhwal region. It is bordered by the Ganges and Yamuna Rivers and lies near the famous hill station of Mussoorie. In order to see the various tourist attractions in Dehradun, you have to reach here first and don’t worry getting there won’t be a hassle at all as this destination is well connected to major cities of the country by air, rail, and road for a prosperous journey.

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Day 1 – Dehradun – Sankri (7-8 hrs by road)

• From Dehradun, drive to Sankri. Mussoorie, Kempty Fall, Nainbag, Purola and Mori will be on route.
• Stay will in hotel
• Sankari village can be visited in evening

Day 2 – Sankri – Juda-ka-Talab – Shepherd Camp (3-4 hrs)

• Trek to
  Juda ka Talab, after breakfast
• The trail
  is of moderate nature and passes through a lovely forest for most of the
  part.
• It will
  take 2-2.5 hours to reach Juda-ka-Talab
• Tents will
  be pitched here and overnight stay will be here

Day 3 – Juda ka Talab – Kedarkantha Base (4 hrs)

• Can
  witness awesome views of snow clapped peaks in early morning
• Trek to
  KedarKantha Base camp, after breakfast.
• Reach the
  destination and revel in the open snow ground ringed by trees.
• Witness
  the views of Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch and Kalanag peaks
• Overnight
  will be spent in tents.

Kedarkantha summit

Day 4 – Base Camp – Kedarkantha – Hargaon

• Start Trek to Kedarkantha from Base camp and reach Kedarkantha. It takes 4-5 hours to reach kedarkantha
• Magnificent views of mountains of Yumnotri and Gangotri range, Kinner Kailash range and other ranges in Himachal
• Head back to the Hargaon.
• Overnight will be spent in tents.

Day 5 – Hargaon – Sankri

• After
  Breakfast trek back to Sankri village.
• On arrival
  in Sankri check-in into a hotel and enjoy the day with scenic views all
  around
• Overnight
  stay at the hotel.

Day 6 – Drive from Sankri to Dehradun (6-7 Hours)

• Post
  breakfast, Drive back to Dehradun. Trip ends here.

Kedarkantha Trek Highlights 

• Experience the lovely campsites, where every site is unique in its own way and does not match the beauty with any other campsites in the journey
• Experience walking in the middle of the night in, the head torches lighting the way and watching the sunrise from the top of a mountain before you reach Summit

 Rishikesh’s 90-year-old suspension bridge, Lakshman Jhula, constructed during the British Raj over the Ganga, was closed on Friday as experts feel it can not sustain more load. Built in 1923, the 136-metre bridge on the Ganga is used by pedestrians and two-wheelers.

The Lakshman Jhula is a 136-metre suspension bridge on the Ganga river connecting Tapovan village in Tehri district with Jonk in Pauri district. Built in 1923, it is one of the main attractions for tourists and devotees in Rishikesh. The bridge is used by pedestrians and two-wheelers. It was named after Hindu mythological character Lakshman as it is believed to stand where he is said to have crossed the river with the help of jute ropes.

This is a trek that will test anyone’s patience and endurance. It has a mix of different terrains ranging from medium to difficult levels. It also requires you to have a certain level of physical fitness. If you are a person who is not physically fit and mostly leads a sedentary life, then it is advisable to indulge in some form of physical activity like exercises or sports to make yourself fit for the trek.

Legs and calf muscles need to be worked upon especially as they are used the most. People who are not very comfortable with treks at such high altitudes can do some form of yoga as it helps in building mental and physical confidence.

Carrying basic first aid kit with yourself during the trip is also compulsory. Consult your doctor before coming to this trek and ensure that you are medically fit to go for this trek as the trek does have some difficult terrains and climatic conditions.

It is also a must to buy raincoats and umbrellas prior to the trip if you are going during the monsoons. Also, make sure you have sufficient warm garments for the trip and buy them. Do research well everything on the internet or ask friends who have come here to get a proper understanding and information about the place.

Dificulty Level

The Rupin Pass trek is a medium to difficult level trek. It does have a mix of different terrains including muddy, slippery, snow and rocky. However, there is also an immense amount of adventure and excitement that you will experience while doing this trek.

It surely will test your endurance as well. People who love adventure and are up for new challenges will surely love this experience. Sights on the trek are absolutely stunning.

Although the trek is quite frequented by many trekkers, there are portions which are not so well defined. There is a fair mix of gradual and steep ascent during the whole trail.

If you are leading a rather sedentary life, then make sure you workout or make yourself physically fit a month prior to this in order to do this trek. Making yourself mentally prepared for this will also help. You can use a walking stick during the trek. The trek passes through some high altitudes and there might be low levels of oxygen.

Some people might experience difficulties with that, so they should come prepared. Also the temperatures high up there might be very low, proper woollen clothes and gear should be carried.

• Wholesome trek: Within the 2 days of trekking to Nag Tibba, hikers experience most the things that a much longer Himalayan trek has to offer – Rhododendron forests, ankle-deep snow, and amazing views of some of the highest peaks of the Himalayas.

• Short duration: Depending on the route, the trek duration may vary between 2 – 3 days. It takes about 7 hours (10 km) to reach the hilltop from the base camp.

• Absence of step terrains: The Nag Tibba trek is one of the easiest winter treks in India. The terrain is very gentle without long stretches of steep climbs. This makes it perfect for those with little or no trekking experience.