Kalindikhal Pass Trek

Trip Fact

Trip Duration 18 Days
Destination Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand
Trip Grade Moderate
Season Mid June – July & August
Altitude 5946 m/19502 ft

At 18,046 feet, Kalindi Pass is known to be one of the most difficult treks in the Himalayas. It takes you half way round Garhwal from the Bhagirathi Valley to the Alaknanda Valley.Actually this trek takes you near China border. The highest point in the Kalandi Pass trek reaches upto 5980m. The trek starts from Gangotri and culminates at Badrinath, all the 13 days of trek are really Challenging.

The journey begins from Gangotri through Bhujbasa to Gaumukh- the snout of the Gangotri .The trek then continues across the rocky moraines to the meadows of Nandanvan- base of the Bhagirathi peaks, a place that offers an unparallel view of Mount Shivling. From here we ascent to Vasuki Tal at the base of Vasuki Parbhat and then it continues to Shwetha glacier on the left lateral moraine of the Chaturangi glacier. The entire trek is filled with movement on rocky ridges, crossing fast flowing streams, hard ice and snow of the Kalindi glacier to the base-camp at Kalindi.

The pass at 5946 mt located on the ice-field, surrounded by Kalindi and Avalanche peak . After crossing the pass, the trek continues down the difficult terrain of Arwa valley. The first human settlement of any kind at this altitude finds at Ghastoli as an ITBP camp . The trail then descends to Arwatal and to Mana – the last village on the Chinese frontier. The trek finally ends at Badrinath with a visit to the holy temple. It is one of the most difficult treks in Garhwal Himalaya owing to the length of the journey as the trail traverses through sustained high altitudes . Movement on the rocky moraines, scree, and crevasses in the snow field are real dangers, along with the uncertain weather and avalanches in the neighboring regions.

Outline Day to Day Itinerary:

  • Day 01:Arrival Delhi
  • Day 02:Arriva Kathgodam & Drive To Loharkhet
  • Day 03:Loharkhet – Kharkiya ( 5 HRS BY JEEP ) & TREK TO KHATI (5 kms, 2 hrs)
  • Day 04:Khati – Dwali (2575 M/8498 FT)
  • Day 05:Dwali – Phurkta (14300 FT) TO PINDARI CAMP SITE 3660 MTS (12,000 feet).
  • Day 06:PINDARI GLACIER CAMP – DWALI
  • Day 07:Bagubassa – Roopkund (4450 mts/14600 ft) – Bedni Bugyal (7-8 hrs)
  • Day 08:Bedni Bugyal – Wan (10 km/ 3-4 hrs) – Rudraprayag
  • Day 09:Rudraprayag – Haridwar – Delhi
  • Day 10:Delhi – Departure

Detail Itinerary

  • Day 01:Arrive- DelhiUpon arrival at Delhi airport met our representative and then transfer to pre booked hotel. Evening is free for local sightseeing & necessary shopping at Delhi. Overnight in the hotel.
  • Day 02:Delhi – Rishikesh, 230 kms, 6-7 hrs drive, car /deluxe bus.Morning after breakfast drive (227 km) to reach Rishikesh. Stop at Haridwar for sightseeing of Ganga Ghats & Temples then proceed to Rishikesh. Arrive & check in at the hotel. Evening free to explore the area. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.
    Rishikesh: Situated at the foothills of Garhwal hills along with Ganges, Rishikesh is a gateway to the famous Chardham Yatra. i.e Badrinath, Gangotri, Kedernath and Yamunotri. Places of interest includes visit to Bharat Mandir the oldest temple in Rishikesh, Nilkanth Mahadev, this is believed to be the place where Lord Shiva drank the poison churn out of the cosmic ocean among many other temples. Also visit some of its many Ashrams: Ashrams are centers for spiritual studies, meditation, Yoga, sacred prayers besides being residential centers for the resident gurus.
  • Day 03:Rishikesh – Uttarkashi 148 kms, 7 hrs. jeep / bus.Morning after breakfast drive to Uttarkashi (1885 M) by covering approx 148 kms in 7 hrs. After lunch visit NIM (Nehru Institute of Mountaineering) Institute & Museum. Overnight stay in Hotel. Uttarkashi – a district in northern Uttarakhand, often referred to as northern Kasi due to its location on the right banks of River Bhagirathi and is known for its temples dedicated to Rishi Parasurama, Datatryea, Goddess Annapurna Devi, Goddess Kali, and Bhairon.In cidentally there was a time when there a total of 365 temples in this town.Nehru Institute of Mountaineering is also situated here. It is also the gateway to many mountaineering and trekking expedition in Gangotri region.
  • Day 04:Uttarkashi – Gangotri , 101 kms, 5 hrs. Jeep.Post breakfast we will drive 98 km to Gangotri via Bhatwari , Gangnani, Sukhitop, Harsil & Bhairon Ghati . We will stop at Gangnani for a refreshing bath in the hot springs followed by lunch . This Scenic drive along the roaring Bhagirati River, through terraced fields, deodar forests, apple orchards, and villages ends to Gangotri (one of the Char Dham – the series of holy pilgrimage sites). On arrival transfer to hotel at Gangotri. This 18th century Gangotri temple made of granite rock was built by Amar Singh Thapa, a Gorkha commander, and later rebuilt by the Maharaja of Jaipur. The temple here is dedicated to the Goddess Ganga. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

    Gangotri: The shrine of Gangotri is situated at an elevation of 3200 m surrounded by deodars and pines. The original temple was constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa. Every year people from all around the world visit this shrine. A number of ashrams and Dharamshalas are located on the other side of the river. It is believed that Raja Bhagirath used to worship Shiva on a slab of rock “Bhagirath Shila” situated near the temple. Submerged in the river there is a natural Shivling where, according to mythology, Lord Shiva sat when he received the Goddess Ganga in his matted locks. A days trek takes one to Gaumukh, the source of the mighty Ganges.
  • Day 05:Taluka – Osla (2260 meters, 13 kms/6-7 hrs)Today we will start our trekking towards Osla from Taluka with packed lunch. Seema (Osla 2260m) on an even surface through thick forests of chestnuts, walnuts, willows, chinars and a variety of conifer trees..with a few waterfalls on the way. You could either opt for the steep climb of Dhaatmeer village, which is a path with beautiful views, or just trek along the Karmanasha stream. Both the routes meet at Gangaar village. Bonfire, dinner Dinner and overnight stay in camps.
  • Day 06:Osla – Har Ki Dun (3506 meter, 12 kms/5-7 hrs)Early breakfast in the morning, today we will trek 12 kms to Har-ki-dun with packed lunch on a gradual ascent that offers excellent views of the snow-covered mountains and vast valleys with huge waterfalls. The area is home to a number of rare species of Himalayan birds and flowers, and is full of birch and spruce. After the last steep climb of approximately 200mt, you have the grassy field of Har-ki-Dun divided by the clear and calm Karmanasha stream. The beautiful Swargarohini stands tall overlooking this Valley of God. Overnight at Camps.
  • Day 07:Har Ki Dun – Osla ( 5 Hours 14 Km)In the morning after breakfast trek to Osla with packed lunch (all descending). Overnight at guest house/camps.
  • Day 08:Osla – Taluka (6-7 hrs 14 Km)After breakfast start trekking back towards Taluka (14 kms). This trek will take about 4-5 hours.. Dinner and overnight stay at Camps.
  • Day 09:Taluka – Sankari – MoriAfter early breakfast trek for about 3-4 hours to reach Sankari. From here we will drive to Mori. Upon arrival at Mori, check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
  • Day 10:Mori – HaridwarMorning after breakfast, check out from the hotel. Drive to Haridwar. Upon arrival at Haridwar, check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
  • Day 11:Haridwar – DelhiMorning after breakfast transfer to railway station to catch the train for Delhi. On arrival at Delhi, transfer to IGI airport to catch the flight to onward destination.

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