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Overview
Kedarkantha Trek – The Jewel of the Himalayas
Nestled in the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary of Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, Kedarkantha is one of the most sought-after winter treks in India. Towering at an altitude of 12,500 ft, this majestic peak offers breathtaking panoramic views of snow-capped mountains, including Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, and Black Peak.
This trek is perfect for beginners and seasoned trekkers alike. The journey takes you through enchanting pine forests, picturesque meadows, frozen lakes, and charming villages. In winter, the trail is blanketed in snow, making it a dreamy white paradise.
What makes Kedarkantha special is its summit climb — a thrilling push to the top that rewards you with 360-degree Himalayan views at sunrise, an experience that stays with you for a lifetime.
Best Time to Visit: December to April
Trek Duration: 4–6 Days
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Itinerary
Day 01: Drive From Dehradun To Sankri Base Village (198 Kilometers, 8 Hours Drive )
- The group will assemble at the pickup point at 06:00 AM.
- We'll drive towards Sankri village which is the base camp for the Kedarkantha Trek.
- Upon reaching Sankri, we'll check in to our designated homestay. The rest of the day is at leisure and travelers are advised to rest.
- In the evening, Dinner will be served followed by an overnight stay in Sankri Village.
Note: The pickup point will be Timing: 6.30 am (Tentative). Dehradun Railway Station (tentative).
Day 02: Trek from Sankri to Juda Ka Taal (4 Kilometers, 4 Hours Trek)
- After early morning breakfast, a small briefing session would be conducted by the trek leader where all the necessary details about the rest of the day will be shared.
- We will start our trekking journey. En route to our campsite, we'd be traversing through lush green forests consisting of pine trees, with the Swargrohini Massif in the backdrop beckoning you closer.
- We will reach Juda Ka Taal after five hours of trekking. Upon reaching our campsite, we will have lunch.
- The rest of the day is at leisure. Dinner will be served in the evening followed by an overnight stay at Juda Ka Taal Campsite.
Day 03: Juda Ka Taal To Kedarkantha Base Camp (3 Kilometers, 3 Hours Trek)
- The day will start with morning tea, followed by breakfast.
- The Trek Leader will give you a briefing about the day before we proceed.
- Afterward, we'll start the trek towards the Kedarkantha Base Camp, which takes about 3-4 hours.
- Upon reaching and checking into the campsite, we'll have a warm lunch.
- The rest of the day is at leisure and we 'll relax by indulging in activities like snowball fights and other fun games.
- Lastly, we'll have dinner at the campsite followed by an overnight stay at Kedarkantha Base Camp.
Day 04: Trek To Kedarkantha Peak | Back To Juda ka Taal (9 Kilometers, 8 Hours Trek)
- We will finally begin our trek towards Kedarkantha Peak.
- We'll get up at 02:00 AM as we'll be needing an early start.
- Afterwards, the group will trek up to the Kedarkantha Summit.
- After reaching the summit, we'll enjoy the view from the top and witness the beautiful sunrise from the summit. Shortly afterward, we'll head back to the Kedarkantha Base Camp once again.
- Upon reaching, Lunch will be served at the campsite.
- It's the last night at the campsite so we will have a farewell bash.
- Overnight stay at Juda ka Taal campsite.
Additionally, you get a 360-degree view of the whole Himalayan Region from the Kedarkantha Top. Some of the peaks are Gangotri, Swargarohini, Banderpooch, Kinner Kailash, etc.
Day 05: Juda ka Taal To Sankri (4 Kilometers, 4 Hours Trek) | Back To Dehradun (8 Hours Drive)
- After early morning breakfast, we'll head down towards the Sankri Village from Juda ka Taal
- Upon reaching Sankri, we'll stop and freshen up at our designated hotel, and lunch will be provided.
- Shortly afterward, we'll proceed towards Dehradun. (Reach Dehradun by late evening)
- The group will disassemble here and be on their separate ways with a heart full of contentment and a mind full of memories
Drop off Timing: 10.00 PM. It is recommended to book your return bus after 11.00 PM.
Inclusions
- Accommodation: 1 Night in a Hotel / Homestay on a triple/quad sharing basis. 3 Nights accommodation in a tent on a triple sharing basis.
- Transportation: Surface transfer from Dehradun - Sankri - Dehradun by Sumo/ Bolero / Tempo Traveler (Depending on the number of travelers).
- Meals: All Meals from (Day 1 Dinner to Day 5 Lunch) are included. We provide simple nutritious vegetarian food on all days of the trek.
- Snacks: Morning / Evening Tea / Coffee with light snacks & soup while on the trek.
- Camping logistics: Tent, Sleeping bags, Mattresses, Dining tent, Toilet tent.
- Trek Leader: Qualified and Experienced Trek leader and support staff.
- Permits: All necessary fees and permits. (For Indians).
- Trekking Equipment: Gaiters, Micro Spikes, and Rope if required.
- Safety Equipment: Walkie / Talkie , Basic First Aid kit with Oximeter, Blood Pressure Monitor and Oxygen Cylinder.
- Guide ratio: Local experience guide ( depends on the group size).
- Others : Clock Room facility available at base camp for extra luggage.
Exclusions
- Any expenses of personal nature.
- Meals during transit.
- Any insurance of any kind.
- Unscheduled delay due to landslide.
- Cost Escalation due to “ Force Majeure and Evacuation charges”.
- Anything not mentioned explicitly in the above program.
- Note : Bag offloading cost is Rs 1200 (maximum weight should not be more than 10 kg)