KEDARNATH TREK
Kedarkanth is a wonderful trek, with pretty campsites and stunning 360-degree views of mountain summits. You will come across snow around 10,000 ft, lying on the forest floor among the pine trees. The route to Sankri is one of the most beautiful drives in the Indian Himalayas.
Duration : 5D / 4N
Level : Moderate
Height : 12,500 ft
Season : 13th Dec to 12th Jan
Batch Size : 30
KEDARNATH TREK
Day 1:
Arrival in Sankri (6400 FT)
Arrive in Sankri, which is the starting point of the trek. The distance from Dehradun to Sankri is about 200 kms and it takes about 8 hours of drive. Cab services are frequent and readily available from Dehradun (around 5,500 INR). Transport can be organised from our side by 7:00 AM from Dehradun Railway station for Sankri, but charges should be shared by all the members. Sankri is a beautiful village in the Uttarkashi district. The entire trek route is very scenic and mesmerizing, with especially the last part in which we pass through Govind life sanctuary.
Once members reach Sankri, they will have snacks. All the members will be briefed about the trek via Orientation. Overnight stay at Sankri.
Arrive in Sankri, which is the starting point of the trek. The distance from Dehradun to Sankri is about 200 kms and it takes about 8 hours of drive. Cab services are frequent and readily available from Dehradun (around 5,500 INR). Transport can be organised from our side by 7:00 AM from Dehradun Railway station for Sankri, but charges should be shared by all the members. Sankri is a beautiful village in the Uttarkashi district. The entire trek route is very scenic and mesmerizing, with especially the last part in which we pass through Govind life sanctuary.
Once members reach Sankri, they will have snacks. All the members will be briefed about the trek via Orientation. Overnight stay at Sankri.
Day 2:
Sankri to Juda Ka Taal (9000 FT, 5 Kms trek)
Start early after breakfast for the next campsite Juda Ka Taal from Sankri. The trek distance is just 5 Kms and is easy all the way till Juda Ka Taal campsite. Spot woodpecker on the way as they are pretty common in the region. Encounter a larger green meadow on the way, which is generally used as lunch point for the trekkers. Swargarohini peak can be seen from here. The trek is easy with full of amazing views. Overnight stay at Juda Ka Taal.
Start early after breakfast for the next campsite Juda Ka Taal from Sankri. The trek distance is just 5 Kms and is easy all the way till Juda Ka Taal campsite. Spot woodpecker on the way as they are pretty common in the region. Encounter a larger green meadow on the way, which is generally used as lunch point for the trekkers. Swargarohini peak can be seen from here. The trek is easy with full of amazing views. Overnight stay at Juda Ka Taal.
Day 3:
Juda ka Taal to Kedarkantha Base Camp (11,200 FT, 4 Kms trek)
The trek from Juda Ka Taal campsite to Kedarkantha base camp is short but starts early to suit against the snow conditions. It takes around 2-3 hours to reach Kedarkantha base camp. At night, the snow-clad mountain peaks shine bright as the moon, and we will clearly see Kedarkantha from the campsite. Sleep early to get ready for the early summit push for the peak.
The trek from Juda Ka Taal campsite to Kedarkantha base camp is short but starts early to suit against the snow conditions. It takes around 2-3 hours to reach Kedarkantha base camp. At night, the snow-clad mountain peaks shine bright as the moon, and we will clearly see Kedarkantha from the campsite. Sleep early to get ready for the early summit push for the peak.
Day 4:
Kedarkantha Base Camp – Kedarkantha (12,500 FT) – Hargaon (8,450 FT, 6 Kms trek)
Start the day early with a wake up call at 2:30 AM for the summit push. The trek is strenuous as it gets steep at few points. The trek commences at 4 AM with head torches at a slow moving pace towards the summit. Participants need not carry their complete backpack for the trek but only lunch and water bottle. They can leave the backpack at the camp itself as after the summit they will descend via the camp.
The way light comes and what happens in the sky is amazing, a variety of colours you will see in the sky. The summit offers some of the most spectacular views of Yamunotri and Gangotri Ranges. At summit we will spend some time and return back to Hargaon campsite via Kedarkantha base camp.
Start the day early with a wake up call at 2:30 AM for the summit push. The trek is strenuous as it gets steep at few points. The trek commences at 4 AM with head torches at a slow moving pace towards the summit. Participants need not carry their complete backpack for the trek but only lunch and water bottle. They can leave the backpack at the camp itself as after the summit they will descend via the camp.
The way light comes and what happens in the sky is amazing, a variety of colours you will see in the sky. The summit offers some of the most spectacular views of Yamunotri and Gangotri Ranges. At summit we will spend some time and return back to Hargaon campsite via Kedarkantha base camp.
Day 5:
Hargaon –Sankri (6 Kms trek)
The last day of the trek is easy with snow slopes to descend. It usually takes around 4 to 5 hours to descend from Hargaon to Sankri. Participants can take departure for Dehradoon by 1 PM. Transport options are readily available for the same.
The last day of the trek is easy with snow slopes to descend. It usually takes around 4 to 5 hours to descend from Hargaon to Sankri. Participants can take departure for Dehradoon by 1 PM. Transport options are readily available for the same.
TOUR INCLUDES:-
➢ Accommodation : Stay will be in tents on triple sharing basis at all
camps. Stay for male and female is separate.
➢ Meals : Breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner. We provide simple,
nutritious veg/Jain food on all days of the trek.
➢ Rucksack : A 60 litre bag with rain cover is provided for using in
trekking. You can deposit your extra luggage with your bags at our
campsite.
➢ Camping charges : All trekking permits and forest camping
charges are included.
➢ Trekking equipment : High quality tents and sleeping bags in all
the camps. Sleeping bags can withstand temperatures as low as -
10 oC.
➢ Gaiters: It prevent snow from entering inside your shoes.
Including SL train tickets and Bus travel from Chandigarh station
to Kasol Base Camp.
➢ Safety equipment : First aid kit, oxygen cylinders, oximeter etc.
will be with guide/trek leader and at campsite as well to deal with
emergencies.
➢ Expert trek Leaders : All our trek leaders are at least qualified in
basic/ advanced mountaineering and first aid course.
➢ Expert Trek support team: The mountain staff on this trek consists
of certified guides, cooks, helpers and porters.
➢ HAPO Chamber bag [Only for Expeditions]
➢ GST 5%.
TOUR EXCLUDES:-
➢ Cost of Emergency.
➢ Bottled water.
➢ Any personal expense.
THINGS TO CARRY:-
➢ Trekking shoes: Carry water proof trekking shoes with good grip
and ankle support. Do not carry spots shoes.
➢ Jackets: Carry three jackets - a hard shell type that can protect you
against rain and cold wind, a warm jacket padded type for the
camp and a fleece as an additional layer for warmth during the
trek.
➢ Three trek pants: Carry a minimum of 2 trek pants and 1 cotton
pant. Trek pants should be quick dry material. Denim/jeans and
shorts are not suitable for trekking.
➢ Three trek t-shirts (quick dry/dry-fit): Full sleeved t-shirts that
prevent sun burns on the neck and arms and are quick dry will be
recommended.
➢ Thermals: Carry thermal base layer (top and bottom).
➢ Sunglasses: Sunglasses are mandatory. There will be lot of snow
on the trek and can cause snow blindness.
➢ Sun Cap: At high altitude, the sun is extra harsh so carry a cap to
protect yourself. A woollen cap or scarf can be quite helpful for
the cold nights.
➢ Water proof hand gloves: Carry water proof gloves. Avoid woollen
gloves as they will get wet if you touch snow.
➢ Cotton Socks: (3-4 pairs) and a pair of woollen socks.
➢ Headlamp/LED torch: Mandatory
➢ Raincoat/Ponchos: At high altitudes, snowfall and rain are quite
common and it’s mandatory to carry a poncho so that you don’t
get wet. A poncho is made from a watertight material designed to
keep the body dry from the rain. It covers the whole body with the
backpack. We rent a Poncho at 300 INR per person.
➢ Plastic Packet/Garbage Bag: Carry a minimum of 3-4. These can be
quite helpful to give an extra protection to your clothing against
getting wet during the rain. These can be also used to store
garbage.
➢ First Aid Kit: It is advisable to carry a basic medical kit comprising
items like Cotton, Blister tape, savlon, antiseptic cream, band aids,
crepe band aid, pain spray and few medicines like Diamox,
Dexmethasone, Disprin and few antibiotics.
➢ Toiletries: Carry a minimum of items like mouth wash, sun’s
cream, hand sanitiser and a small towel.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:-
➢ Emergency during trek: In case of any emergency Kailashrath will
take necessary measures for your return to the base camp. A staff
will accompany you. He may not be some trained personnel.
Doctors do not go along with a team. ‘Kailashrath Treks’ leaders
are trained to administer first aid and know how to deal with
issues related to the mountains. Registering for this trek is an
understanding that you are aware of AMS, HAPE and HACE related
difficulties on a high-altitude trek.
➢ Route change/postponement/delay/completing the trek earlier:
Under some extraordinary circumstance, your trek may end a day
earlier or start a day later due to inclement weather, snow and ice
conditions, political restrictions or any other cause. In the event of
a change, postponement or delay, participants have no right to
refund of the trek or other compensation for any injury, loss or
damage.
➢ Drinking and smoking: Smoking and drinking are strictly
prohibited. Buying drugs or any illegal material is strictly
prohibited, the participant will be detained and handed over to
government authority.
➢ Safety: Our camp leaders will conduct routine health checks at all
camps to measure oxygen saturation, bp. Camp leader reserves the right to exclude any trekker from climbing higher on the trek
without refund if the trekker’s vital readings are below accepted
norms for that altitude.
➢ These norms are available with our camp leaders. Your trek leader
will also be carrying medical kit which includes basic first aid and
high-altitude sickness medicines and will also be
carrying an oxygen cylinder throughout the trek.
➢ Note: Any dispute between the company and party (seeking
services from the company), which are related to jurisdiction, are
subjected to Kullu High Court.
CANCELLATION POLICIES:-
➢ If the guest decides to cancel the tour for any reason whatsoever then she/he shall give a written application to the company within a specified time limit along with the original receipt issued by the Company. Such cancellation will attract the cancellation charges stated hereunder.
➢ Cancellation charges will be calculated on Total Tour cost and the cancellation charges shall depend on date of departure & the date of cancellation.
➢ Cancellation charges for any mode of transport ticket are applicable as per the rules of the concerned authority.
➢ Air ticket issued on special fare are non-refundable and the guest shall bear cancellation charges.
➢ Any refund payable to the guest will be paid after the company receives refund from the respective authorities. The company deducts processing charges from the refund which is to be paid to the guest.
➢ Booking amount is Strictly non-refundable.
60 and more days prior to the departure: 25% of the tour cost is deducted.
31 days to 60 days prior to the departure: 50% of the tour cost is deducted.
16 days to 30 days prior to departure tour: 75% of the tour cost is deducted.
15 days prior to the departure: 100% deduction will be done.
CHANGES IN THE ITINERARY:-
➢ The Company reserves the right to modify or alter the tour itinerary in case of force majeure conditions. Changes shall be informed to the guests as soon as possible. Any additional charges, if applicable, are to be paid by the guest.
➢ The Company reserves the right to change (addition/deletion on exchange) sightseeing places for betterment of the tour programme.
➢ If sightseeing timings aren't adhered to, or if an any add-ons are required then the same will be borne by the guests.
➢ Sightseeing days and closing of a particular sightseeing place are not in our hand, but we try our level best to cover all the sightseeing listed in the tour program. Sightseeing of adventurous types is totally dependent on weather.