7 Days Kedartal Trekking Tour Uttarakhand
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Trip Overview
Situated at an altitude of 4,750m in the Ghrawal Region of the Himalayas, Kedartal or Shiva’s lake presents alluring, picturesque and captivating scenarios of nature. The enchanting lake is fed by the snows of sky-towering, snow carpeted mountains such as Mount Thalaysagar, Mount Bhrigupanth, Meru and many others. Quench your thirst from the crystal blue lake, as it gives you the purest and coolest drinking water. The holy city and the origin of the River Ganges- Gangotri presents an amazing picture of Yatra sessions, beautiful and fascinating temples, crowded markets and hub of sadhus and sadhvis.
Highlights
- Alluring and captivating views of the cascading river streams, lush green forests and sky-touching mountains
- Enchanting views of snow-clad mountains such as Jogin 1, Jogin 2, Bhrigupanth, Thalaysagar and Meru
- Rocky terrains, rugged paths and the enticing view of the Kedar Ganga
- Check out the diverse flora and fauna including the glimpse of Bharal (blue sheep), Goral, Black Himalayan beer, langur, wild fox, Indian Crested Porcupine and many more
Itinerary
Day 1: Dehradun - Gangnani - drive to Gangotri
First, you reach Dehradun and then a drive to the beautiful place called Gangnani via Uttarkashi. Gangnani is popular for its amazing hot-spring baths. Then, the drive can also continue till Gangotri (not necessarily) then night stay in guesthouse.
Day 2: Gangnani- Gangotri- Bhoj Kharak (3,780m)
As soon as you are done with your breakfast, drive to Gangotri crossing the alluring ethnic villages. Then, after you reach Gangotri, you get to visit astonishing and beautiful temples. After that, the Bhoj Kharak trek begins, crossing the steep slopes and forests and then finally reaching the Kedar Gorge for camping. Approximately 5-6 hours trek to the astounding beauty- Kedar Ganga.
Day 3: Bhoj Kharak - Kedar Kharak
Traverse through captivating birch forest, before departing from the tree line and arriving at the camp. The Bhrigupanth peaks present a picturesque scene and then moving towards the meadows where shepherds come to graze their goats and ships presenting a beautiful backdrop.
Day 4: Kedar Kharak to Kedartal
This 4-5 hours strenuous trail is a difficult one as it is full of boulders and stones. Beguiling, views of snow-carpeted Thalaysagar just behind the captivating glacial lake. Thalyasagr and Bhrigupanth are a trekker’s favorite destination as they are beautiful, exhilarating and challenging.
Day 5: Rest in Kedartal
To enjoy the enchanting and pristine scenarios, you must spend some quality time in Kedartal. Be ready to wake up early in the morning to witness the fascinating views of sunset and its reflections from the beautiful peaks.
Day 6: Kedartal- Gangotri
Trek to Gangotri, and then rest in a guesthouse.
Day 7: Gangotri to Dehradun (drive)
Last day, drive back to Dehradun
Included
- Transportation facility: Dehradun (starting point) day 1 to drop on day 7
- Fees of guides and cooks
- Rent of the camp equipment
- Charges of the forest entry
- Porters and mule to carry camping equipment
- Personal luggage is carried by mules or porters (extra charges)
- From day 1 dinner to day 7 breakfast – Veg meals
- Tent accommodation throughout the trek
- Guest House accommodation on day 1 and day 6 (possibly)
Excluded
- Transportation facility from hometown to Dehradun
- Every personal expense like Phone calls, medicines and tips to the guides and porters
- Apart from the above-mentioned transportation facilities, no other transport support
- Accommodation facility in Dehradun
- Personal luggage – the mass of the bags must not exceed more than 12kg per person
- Mules and porters can carry it @Rs.300 per bag, per day
Good to Know
The trekking would require some of the essentials items that you are not supposed to forget. Make sure you do pack your trekking waterproof boots, cotton clothes, water bottles and sunglasses. We hope, the trek continues as mentioned in the above-stated itineraries. In case of any changes due to weather conditions, you would be informed on immediate basis. The motive is to provide you quality service throughput the trekking tenure. If there are any unavoidable issues, your cooperation is our expectation and your comfort, our priority.
Itinerary
Day 1: Dehradun - Gangnani - drive to Gangotri
First, you reach Dehradun and then a drive to the beautiful place called Gangnani via Uttarkashi. Gangnani is popular for its amazing hot-spring baths. Then, the drive can also continue till Gangotri (not necessarily) then night stay in guesthouse.
Day 2: Gangnani- Gangotri- Bhoj Kharak (3,780m)
As soon as you are done with your breakfast, drive to Gangotri crossing the alluring ethnic villages. Then, after you reach Gangotri, you get to visit astonishing and beautiful temples. After that, the Bhoj Kharak trek begins, crossing the steep slopes and forests and then finally reaching the Kedar Gorge for camping. Approximately 5-6 hours trek to the astounding beauty- Kedar Ganga.
Day 3: Bhoj Kharak - Kedar Kharak
Traverse through captivating birch forest, before departing from the tree line and arriving at the camp. The Bhrigupanth peaks present a picturesque scene and then moving towards the meadows where shepherds come to graze their goats and ships presenting a beautiful backdrop.
Day 4: Kedar Kharak to Kedartal
This 4-5 hours strenuous trail is a difficult one as it is full of boulders and stones. Beguiling, views of snow-carpeted Thalaysagar just behind the captivating glacial lake. Thalyasagr and Bhrigupanth are a trekker’s favorite destination as they are beautiful, exhilarating and challenging.
Day 5: Rest in Kedartal
To enjoy the enchanting and pristine scenarios, you must spend some quality time in Kedartal. Be ready to wake up early in the morning to witness the fascinating views of sunset and its reflections from the beautiful peaks.
Day 6: Kedartal- Gangotri
Trek to Gangotri, and then rest in a guesthouse.
Day 7: Gangotri to Dehradun (drive)
Last day, drive back to Dehradun
Included
- Transportation facility: Dehradun (starting point) day 1 to drop on day 7
- Fees of guides and cooks
- Rent of the camp equipment
- Charges of the forest entry
- Porters and mule to carry camping equipment
- Personal luggage is carried by mules or porters (extra charges)
- From day 1 dinner to day 7 breakfast – Veg meals
- Tent accommodation throughout the trek
- Guest House accommodation on day 1 and day 6 (possibly)
Excluded
- Transportation facility from hometown to Dehradun
- Every personal expense like Phone calls, medicines and tips to the guides and porters
- Apart from the above-mentioned transportation facilities, no other transport support
- Accommodation facility in Dehradun
- Personal luggage – the mass of the bags must not exceed more than 12kg per person
- Mules and porters can carry it @Rs.300 per bag, per day
Good to Know
The trekking would require some of the essentials items that you are not supposed to forget. Make sure you do pack your trekking waterproof boots, cotton clothes, water bottles and sunglasses. We hope, the trek continues as mentioned in the above-stated itineraries. In case of any changes due to weather conditions, you would be informed on immediate basis. The motive is to provide you quality service throughput the trekking tenure. If there are any unavoidable issues, your cooperation is our expectation and your comfort, our priority.