Kedarkantha Trek

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Kedarkantha Overview

When we talk about the Full of high Mountain , peak , nature traits, dense forest, and various kinds of climate and wheather there is one name of place keep surrounding in mind is Uttrakhand. Multiple of High Mountain can be seen from here, This land and place also known for god land means “Devbhoomi”. Except form this here is also popular for a trekking or adventures sports. Here are some trek is religious or adventures sports. Trekking is depend on seasons but Kedarkantha trek is one which is open in all weather.

When we thought in winter trekking Kedarkantha trek is one of best idea of trekking. Because here you got a fresh sparkling snowfall and amazing nature view. For trekking lovers this place give you proper satisfaction of trekking. This trek is mythological essential and some people belief that It is related to Lord Shiva. Here Kedar is alias name of Lord Shiva and Kantha means Throat.

Kedarkantha trek 2022 which is elevation height at 12500 ft. in Uttarkashi District of Uttrakhand. It cover about 21 km route. It is one of the only Himalayan treks, which takes you in peace of nature and experience snow up till as late as April. This trek situated under Govind Ballabh Pant National Park.

For this you will be camping under the starry sky in tents, on multiple sharing bases. When you are in Sankri, you will have a option to stay in guest house or hotel.

About Kedarkantha Trek

“Let’s wonder where the wifi is weak

Kedarkantha trip 2022 is to Govind Ballabh pant National Park in Uttrakhand. Kedarkantha trek is one of the Most popular trekking place journey in India. There are numerous reasons why it is an extremely well known trip in Indian Himalayas. The highest climbing point is kedarkantha is rewarding one.

The kedarkantha trek is not that easy. The entire section is consistently steep.. As you drawer near to the summit, its gets tricky too. But there is big mountain keep you give company until you finally reached in the summit. As you go further after summit you will feel solid and feeling of fulfillment and achievement. Rarely you will discover dazzling clearing on a that trip.

The journey to the stunning Kedarkantha peak begins in the city of Dehradun. It’s a long drive from Dehradun to Sankri, which sits at an elevation of 6400 feet and takes about 10 hours to reach. It is 220 kilometres from Dehradun. The next day, the trek begins in Sankri and proceeds to Jadu Ka Talab, which is located at 9100 feet and takes approximately 5 hours to reach. This trail offers the beauty of lush meadows, dense pine forests, cascading beautiful streams, and stunning maple trees. The next day, it’s a hike back to Sankri through dense pine forests. It’s a long journey back to Dehradun from Sankri.

Trek Highlights

  • This is a high altitude trek not a picnic. You should have prepare physically and mentally prepare by following fitness routine.
  • When you on the way you got a place Sankri. There are different vendors give you defferent rate for guest house, make sure you check everything and proper awareness about these places.
  • A sequence of the day-wise itinerary may change depending upon restriction and unforeseen events.
  • We will not be responsible for any change in the itinerary due to landslides, flight cancellations, any weather condition due act of nature.
  • You must carry important identification proof of yourself like aadhaar card etc.
  • Consult you doctor before going for the trek and carry a first aid kit with medical supplies according to your need.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Sankri

  • Altitude: 6,400 feet
  • 220 km drive – approx 10 hours
  • Trekkers will be picked from Dehradun at 6:30am in a Tata Sumo or a similar vehicle
  • Expected arrival time at Sankri – 5:00 pm
  • BSNL network erratic

Day 2: Sankri to Juda-ka-Talab

  • Altitude: 6,400 feet to 9,100 feet
  • 4 kms trek, approx 5 hours
  • The trail passes through dense pine forests, maple trees, few streams and finally opens out to beautiful meadows
  • Stay in tents

Day 3: Juda-ka-Talab to Kedarkantha Base

  • Altitude: 9,100 feet to 11,250 feet
  • 4 kms trek, approx 2.5 hours
  • Most of today’s trail is on a ridge, under oak trees
  • You will also pass through some meadows where you can spot shepherd log huts
  • Peaks :- Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag and Ranglana stand among the others
  • Stay in tents

Day 4: Kedarkantha base to Kedarkantha peak; descend to Hargaon camp

  • Altitude: 11,250 feet to 12,500 feet to 8,900 feet
  • 6 kms trek, approx 7 hours
  • Spend some time at the summit and descend back to the base camp by noon for lunch
  • Post lunch, descend down to Hargaon
  • Reach Hargaon by evening
  • Stay in tents

Day 5: Hargaon camp to Sankri

  • Altitude: 8,900 feet to 6,400 feet
  • 6 kms trek, approx 4 hours
  • Descend 2500 feet through dense pine forests

Day 6: Departure day (Sankri to Dehradun)

  • Distance: 220 km drive, approx 10 hours
  • You will be dropped at Dehradun station in a Tata Sumo or a similar vehicle

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Sankri

The extraordinary and interesting Kedarkantha Trek initiates from Dehradun city. The travelers for the excursion ought to arrive at Dehradun on the day preceding the outing starts or before 6am of the beginning date. The travelers will be gotten heartily by the approved individual from Dehradun at 6:30am for a forward excursion to Sankri. Sankri is situated a good ways off of 220kms on the National Highway 123. It’s a long beautiful drive on a Tata Sumo or a comparable vehicle giving outright solace to the adventurers with the goal that they can partake in the magnificence of the area. It is the picturesque environmental elements which builds the joy of arriving at the objective and elates the delight of the completely exhilarating visit that remaining parts yet to be capable. The excursion is a long one and takes about evening to arrive at the objective. In the middle one can partake in the mid-day break at the famous diners having some nearby food and hand crafted flavors. The last 22 kms to Sankri is even more invigorating since it goes through Govind National Park which is renowned for its energetic assortment of verdure average of this district and not found in some other area of the country. The normal chance to arrive at Sankri is 5 pm yet since in certain areas the streets are a little uneven and unpleasant, the time can be somewhat longer. Anyway on arriving at the objective one can register to the earlier reserved inn and our delegate can assist with the check in conventions. In the wake of cleaning up, since the evening is free for relaxation one can appreciate inside and unwind or can decide to investigate the delightful Sankri town where there are nearby shops and little market selling generally day to day merchandise and an assortment of few dhabas. The BSNL network is very unpredictable here so getting the telephone lines can be somewhat troublesome. Anyway the picturesque magnificence of the sunset on the Greater Himalayas from Sankri is an awesome sight to enjoy. One can eat at the lodging premises or can appreciate supper at the dhabas to taste a few neighborhood flavors and experience the food of the area. Short term visit in the lodging.

Day 2: Sankri to Juda-ka-Talab

However the visit begins from Dehradun yet the journeying trip starts from Sankri as it were. Having a promising beginning after a sound breakfast at the lodging it’s an excursion straight towards Juda Ka Talab which is based at an elevation of 9100 feet. It’s a 4km traveling venture and the surmised time for arriving at the equivalent is around 5 hours. The excursion starts by moving out of Sankri town through an expansion called Sor. When the town is gone across the street takes a wide bend and climbs forcefully. Moving along the stream this is the street that moves towards the Kedarkantha. The underlying trip would climb a few extensions through thick timberland trees and thick rug of maple and pine leaves generally brown in variety. A flawless vision and a pictorial view leaves generally hypnotized. The path is wide and one can hear the hints of running streams generally through however may not be in view till a lot further. On the manner in which one can see distant towns where ladies and children are found conveying heaps of wooden logs, wooden sticks and dry leaves to use them for family concocting and setting night fire. While crunching the dried maple and oak leaves on the way up one can likewise see Himalayan Languars swinging starting with one part of trees then onto the next. However they are to some degree a creature it’s challenging to have a brave perspective on them as they move rapidly from the vision’s reach. Aside from this, pigs, martens and bunnies can likewise be seen around here. The situation anyway changes a great deal in the mid year months when the delectable glades stay verdant green with bumpy blossoms of extraordinary kind. Getting not many streams and going on through the path and rising sharp through thick oaks one can arrive at the excellent pictorial spot of Jadu Ka Talab which can never be missed by any adventurer because of its sharp differentiating and extraordinary magnificence.

Jadu Ka talab is a too amazing an objective. The sharp differentiation of a goliath lake on the left and thick pine and oak backwoods on the right is an interesting setting the lap of Mother Nature and an optimal camping area to go through an ideal evening. One can take part in exercises like photography or nature stroll to investigate the region at the best. At the evening pit fire can likewise be smart to share the light dinner a few warm beverages under the reasonable sky. The night sky anyway is a treat to the eyes with splendid and sparkling stars making a superb atmosphere which is agreeable for all adventurers. Short-term rest is organized in tents.

Day 3: Juda-ka-Talab to Kedarkantha Base

The inebriating venture proceeds with day where the travelers are bound to travel towards Kedarkantha base which lies at an elevation of 11, 250 feet. The separation from Jadu Ka Talab to this objective is around 4kms and in a moderate speed it requires around 2.5 hours to arrive at the spot. In the wake of having the morning breakfast set out for the following excursion where the path is to some degree straight forward and very apparent. The track again starts through thick woodlands of pine and oak trees just and through steep edge and significantly more thick regions. In this trail one will run over many shepherd hovels in open glades which are similarly wonderful to see. At an elevation of around 10,400 feet one can imagine hints of snow in and around the track provided that it is the cold weather months traveling. With winding streets wandering through dry oak woodlands, extended glades and through paths around shepherd cabins the path proceeds to Kedarkantha Base. In the middle one can enjoy some time off to recharge the body and get the exciting perspective on regular event nearby. Not long prior to arriving at the Kedarkantha Base one can partake in the intriguing perspectives on curve molded scope of snow applauded mountains containing Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag and Ranglana standing apart gladly displaying their excellence. In the wake of arriving at the base, set up the tent in a favored chosen place which is open and one can partake in an unmistakable perspective on the night sky. Anyway it is prudent to be situated in close gathering instead of in much dissipated way in obscurity. The evening sky is similarly delightful with gleaming stars and sparkling planets ornamenting the sun. As the night develops the sight turns out to be more beguiling with the Milky way extending from one finish to the next, the thick organization of stars and shimmering pinnacle of the mountain all meet up to give a wonderment striking perspective that remains engraved as a primary concern. Anyway in such a stature it is feasible to cold waves so legitimate woolens ought to be conveyed for security. Short-term rest at the tent.

Day 4: Kedarkantha base to Kedarkantha top; drop to Hargaon camp

The fourth day of the trip is bound to vanquish the Kedarnath Peak. Today the adventurers need to climb a height from 11,250 feet to 12,500 feet. The timetable of the day incorporates climbing to Kedarkantha pinnacle and afterward again dropping back till Hargaon camp which is based at 8900 feet. The complete excursion includes 6kms by and large and requires around 7 hours of time in a moderate speed. In a perfect world it is a drawn out day yet the energy of the excursion and vanquishing the pinnacle would be far more prominent and substantially more commendable in contrasted with the difficulties that lay ahead for the guests. The day starts ahead of schedule with a filling breakfast and partaking in the dawn from the Kedarkantha knolls which is an absolutely astounding, unadulterated and divine. One can lounge in the primary beams of the morning sun and acquire as much empower feasible for the day ahead. One could picture the lovely top from these glades which lifts the fervor. The way to the top can be made through a few paths however it is smarter to accept the principle trail as its continue to ascend at an even level. On this course, the travelers need to again cover a couple of bits of oak woodland however the excursion through this trail is a lot more straightforward and quicker. Moving through the woodland till its end , one can observe the Kedarkantha top a lot nearer. Towards the finish of the path and near the top the trip turns into somewhat troublesome and can be somewhat demanding particularly interestingly travelers. Anyway the view from the top and the astounding area merits the work. At the highest point of the top there is a wonderful yet little sanctuary devoted to Lord Shiva and goddess Parvati. There is a little hallowed place of Lord Ganesh as well. The capturing 360 perspective on the snow clad pinnacles of Uttarakhand is inebriating and beyond anything that can be described to be written down. One can unwind at the top for quite a while and partake in the supernatural magnificence of nature and afterward slide towards headquarters by early afternoon. In the wake of arriving at the camp have some time off for lunch and rewards. Once loose, set out for dropping moreover to Hargaon camp. Once more, this time, it’s an excursion back through thick oak timberlands, pine and maple trees, shepherd cabins and frozen streams. Appreciating the magnificence of the area and partaking in the standard clearings, which is interesting of Kedarkantha trip slide further to Horegaon campground. On arriving at the campgrounds set the tent and imprint the finish of one more brilliant day with supper and short-term rest at the tent. Anyway for the devotees voyagers there’s choice of setting up a pit fire here and partaking in the evening mood visiting and having great time with the excursion companions together.

Day 5: Hargaon camp to Sankri

Today the timetable is set apart for dropping further to Sankri which sliding from 8900 feet to 6400 feet. The ideal opportunity for diving this around 6 kms in length trail requires around 4 hours or more at a moderate speed. The main morning sun from Horegaon campground is the nexus of thick wood pine woodland is similarly delightful. In the wake of having the morning meal, pack the rucksack to plunge besides through an all the more obviously checked all around cleared pathway, loaded down with little stones. Wandering through rich thick pine timberlands one can see seeing streams streaming by in a gradual manner. One can fill in water here for the remainder of the track. A little further down the path comes to an edge from where it gives a mind blowing perspective on Har ki Dun valley or the Valley of Gods in its delighted and amicable view. One can investigate the spot more and appreciate shooting the beautiful valley from the distance. One can likewise partake in the sights of the exquisite widely varied vegetation and take speedy snaps of something similar to hold the recollections of the excellent set caught for future. Plunging a moreover through the thick timberlands one can see the main indications of home and by evening one can arrive at Sankri. The last 2500 feet is loaded up with thick pine timberlands. On arriving at the base, return to the inn and clean up and get agreed to the day. Assuming the excitement stays, one can again get out investigating the town to gather a few neighborhood things to keep as a keepsake of the area. However very few items are accessible here yet one can continuously have little hand made merchandise, wooden toys and wooden home stylistic layout things for loved ones. Get to know local people and find out about their way of life here. Life moves at a sluggish speed in Sankri which is home for around 120 families. Potatoes, rice and apples are the fundamental fixings here and individuals leave in wooden houses to safeguard from colder climate. The confidence in religion is very amazing here and ordinary melas or fairs are coordinated here with diversion being finished with people melodies and local dance. Supper can be tasted at the dhabas based here serving neighborhood food or one can appreciate delectable North Indian and Western cooking at the inn premises. Short term visit in the inn.

Day 6: Departure day (Sankri to Dehradun)

The last day of the excursion is the flight day where the adventurers need to venture out back to Dehradun. Goodbye Sumo or a comparative make vehicle will be accommodated a movement back of 220 kms to the city. Yet again start the day right on time by partaking toward the beginning of the day sun from Sankri and afterward partake in a sound and savoring breakfast at the inn. Gather the sacks and take every one of the possessions and leave the inn by 8 am around so the excursion to Dehradun can be begun early. The distance requires around 10 hours to reach barring the break times so the previous one beginnings its the better all of the time. The return will again be through NH123, however there are different courses accessible too through Mori Sankari Road or through NH72. Anyway it’s smarter to take the underlying NH123 course just as it is the most brief and have considerably less traffic. Picturesque mood and wonderful environmental factors mark the streets back to Dehradun city. Value the beautiful magnificence of the area, the eager excellence of nature, the extended scenes, the verdant knolls and stunning mood that satisfies the heart inside and out.

The most amazing aspect of the excursion, is that the outing is even and intelligently bundled so explorers get adequate rest and unwinding and partake in the excellence at each stop without rushing at any spot. It is an excursion very much intended to deal with the solace and offices of the voyagers.

The outing back to Dehradun stretches around 7 o clock evening time. From here they can design the following excursion by booking a movement well after 8 pm. For every one of the people who wish to remain in Dehradun and partake in the spot for a day or more can book an inn in the city and go through a few all the more wonderful days in middle the excellent Himalayas.

How To Reach

By Air:-
Jolly Grant Airport is the airport serving Dehradun, located about 25 km from the city. There is a daily flight from Delhi to Dehradun

By Train:-
Take the overnight train to Dehradun from Delhi

  • Nandadevi Express – Train no: 12205 (Departure 11:50 pm; Arrival – 5:40 am)
  • Dehradun Express – Train no: 12687 (Departure – 9:10 pm; Arrival – 5:00 am)

By Bus:-
There is a regular bus service from Delhi to Dehradun, from Delhi’s ISBT Kashmere Gate.
We would suggest you take only government buses from ISBT Kashmere Gate. Private buses ply from outside ISBT and they are not trustworthy.
Usually, buses drop you at Dehradun ISBT. From there, you have to go to Dehradun Railway Station

  • Secure Travels or similar vehicles will pick you up from Dehradun Railway Station at 6:00 am.
  • Pick-up is included in the cost of the trek
  • You will reach Sankri by 5:00 pm
  • Food from Dehradun to Sankri is not included in the trek cost

Cost Term

Inclusions:-
1. Accommodation. (guest house, Camping).
2. Meals while on trek (Veg. & Egg).
3. Trek equipment: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (triple sharing), kitchen & dining tent, toilet tent, utensils, and crampon (if required).
4. All necessary permits and entry fees.
5. First aid medical kits and oxygen cylinders.
6. Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide, cook, and Support staff.
7. Transport from NJP to Yaksum and return.
8. Mules to carry the central luggage.
9. Secure Travels Staff insurance.

 

Exclusions :-
1. Food during the transit.
2. Insurance.
3. Any kind of personal expenses.
4. Mules or porters to carry personal luggage.
5. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head.
6. Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.

Note :

Normally Secure Travels expects to carry your personal luggage on your own, if you wish to offload your backpack, you can give it to Mule.

Charges of offloading backpack:- Contact Us

The backpack cannot weigh more than 11 kgs. Backpack should have waterproof cover. Suitcases/strolleys/ bags will not be allowed.

Paying the Trek /Tour fee:
The fee can be paid by online transfer/Check deposit/Cash deposit/Demand draft. Instruction for payment will be forwarded along with your confirmation email. When your transfer is done, please e-mail us a confirmation mail with your transfer details, so that we can follow up on your reservation efficiently.

Cancellation Policy

In the occasion which you cancel your trek, that is the cancellation coverage we follow: –

Cancellation 30 days earlier than the beginning date of the trek 

— Get your complete trek rate returned in Trek Voucher OR get a financial refund with 15 % cancellation charges. – Cancellation within 30 days and 20 days earlier than the beginning date of the trek

 — Get 80% of the trek rate in a Trek Voucher OR get a financial refund with 50% cancellation charges. 

– Cancellation much less than 20 days earlier than the beginning date of the trek 

— No financial refund

Things To Carry

1) Trekking Shoe/Snow Shoe

2) Rucksack/Back Pack

3) Rucksack cover (Waterproof)

4) Daypack/Knapsack

5) Undergarments/Innerwear

6)Woolen socks

7) Woolen gloves

8) Waterproof gloves

9) T-shirt

10) Trek pants

11) Camp sandal

12) Balaclava/Woolen skull
cap/Monkey Cap

13) Sun cap/Wide-brimmed
Hat/Bandana 

14) Walking Sticks/Trekking
Poles/Ski Poles

15) Heavy Jacket 

16) Windproof Jacket/Wind
Cheater

17)Raingear/Poncho/Waterproof clothing

18) Water bottle/Hydration pack

19) Sunscreen lotion

20) Sunglasses

21) ChapStick/Cold &
Moisturizing cream

22) Toothbrush and toothpaste

23) Towel

24) Hand sanitizer

25) Tissue roll ( Toilet)

26) Anti Fungal Powder

27) Torch/Head Lamp with extra batteries

28) Knee cap

29) Camera with extra cells 

30) Dry food items

31) Personal first-aid kit

32) Medicines (This is a simple
guide line and a doctor’s
consultation is recommended.) 

FAQs

Round the year except monsoon (July and August). More snow in the winter months (December to April).

Kedarkantha trek varies easy to moderate depend upon snow level, otherwise it is an easy trek to do.

First two days temperature is normal as you don’t find snow. Afterwards you can see the snow but in day time sunlight is good and weather is clear but you have to dress yourself in layers in night. The temperature will be between 10 to -8 degrees.

Average walking distance is 4-5 km an each day and trekkers complete in 5-6 hrs. As trek is easy so walking will not be a problem for anyone.

Risk & Response

Altitude is a risk. Before you begin the trek, you should be aware of the effects of high altitude on your body. Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) symptoms include a moderate headache, nausea, and overall discomfort.

Response: If you have any of these symptoms, notify the trek leader immediately and follow his advice. To deal with the scenario, each campsite contains a stretcher, a fully prepared first aid kit, and oxygen cylinders.

Weather Risk : No one can guarantee snow, rain, or sunlight, even if we keep a constant eye on the weather. Please keep in mind that your safety is our primary priority, and if the weather isn’t cooperating, we won’t leave the campsite.

Response: The choice to go or wait for better weather will be made solely by the Trek Leaders and Guides.

Risk: Injury is a possibility. While trekking across difficult terrains, minor injuries such as calf sprains, bruising, and other minor ailments are prevalent. Serious injuries, such as fractures or significant cuts, are quite uncommon.

Response: All of our Trek Leaders are trained in wilderness first aid. They’ve been taught to deal with emergencies and have a well-stocked first-aid equipment to deal with minor injuries. In the event of major injuries, the patient is carried to the nearest road-head on a stretcher and taken to the nearest medical facility.

Secure Travels Guideline

DO’S AND DON’TS ON A TREK
1. Alcohols or any other intoxicating products ‘’STRICTLY PROHIBITED’’
during the trek.
2. Always pay heed to the trek guides or instructors.
3. Try not to leave the group under any circumstances.
4. Avoid trekking during the night as it is extremely dangerous.
5. Avoid using earphones as that might hinder your hearing.
6. Do not participate or encourage littering of the places in any form.
7. While visiting the local villages and tourist sites, obey the local guidelines
and instructions.
8. Do not harm or interrupt the local sentiments of the places.

IMPORTANT:
Your safety is of paramount concern while traveling with Secure Travels Himalaya.
Please note that your leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of
the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Since adventure
entails traveling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we
will not deviate from it. Weather conditions, the health condition of a group
member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in
the itinerary. The leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan,
but please be prepared to be flexible if required.

Weather Forecast

The weather during April, May and June is mostly cool and pleasant but gets chilly and cold during winters.

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