Overview
This very beautiful tour is the combination of Nature, Spirituality and Culture. In this particular tour you will be experience the beauty of Nature when you are in Garhwal Himalaya, its unspoilts beauty is commented on by the few who visit the area, yet it has attraction for everyone: naturalist, mountaineer, photographer or philosopher will all find something here.
Though there are relatively few giant peaks within the Garhwal Himalaya, it is nevertheless one of the most extensive unbroken stretches of the Himalayan range. The highest peak Nanda Devi (7916 meters) stands aloof guarded by over 70 surrounding peaks, and that is in one small area of the Garhwal alone. After leaving the Himalaya we enter into the holy cities of India Rishikesh and Haridwar where millions of Hindu comes every day to practice Hinduism. Rishikesh is also celebrating as the Yoga capital and Haridwar is the city where millions of people gather for one of the biggest festival of the world called Kumb Mela.
The tour ends to the visit of the lovely monument called Taj Mahal (Symbol of Love).
Highlights:
- Climbing peak Pangarchula Peak (4700 meters)
- Kuari Pass (3800 meters)
- Auli
- Haridwar
Itinerary
Arrive Haridwar in the morning. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel where few rooms shall be booked for wash and change. Later after breakfast we drive 05 hours to Rudrapragryag.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Meal - L, D
After breakfast we drive 04 - 05 hours drive to Auli. Upon arrival transfer to Simple Hotel.
Auli is an important ski destination in the Himalayan mountains of Uttarakhand, India. Auli, also known as Auli Bugyal, in Garhwali, which means meadow, is located at an elevation of 2500 to 3050 meters above sea level. Auli is surrounded by coniferous and oak forests, with a panoramic view of the lofty peaks of one of the greatest mountain range in the world, the Himalayas.
Overnight in a Simple Guest house.
Meal - B, L, D
After breakfast we drive nearly 30 minutes and reached to our starting point of our trek. From here we walk nearly 03 hours through the forest and later walk over the tree line and come in the beautiful lap of Gorson meadows. All the way we will have the interrupted view of Himalayas including Nandadevi (7810 meters) from Gorson meadows we have a panoramic views of Himalayas including Dronagiri (7066m), Hati Parvat(6727m), Ghori Parvat (6708m), Chauchamba Peak, Nealkant and Nandadevi. We walk parallel to the ridge and later walk 02 hours downhill to Tali. This is a beautiful campsite inside the forest.
Overnight camping
Today we walk uphill and the trek lead through a large meadow with the spectacular views of the Himalayas. After 04 hours of trek we reach to the renowned meadows of Kauri Pass. After spending some time at Kuari pass we will start walking towards our base camp for the climb to Pangarchulla peak. Today you will get to view many big and renowned Himalayan peaks like Chaukhamba, Kedarnath, Neelkanth, Haathi-Ghodi, Kamet, Mana, Dronagiri, etc. Today the whole trek is nearly 06 to 07 hours.
Overnight Camping.
Meal - B, L, D
We make an early start (depending upon the conditions and the season, the lead guide will take a call on what time we start but usually it will be 5:00 a.m) and after a quick breakfast start climbing up the slopes of the mountain to reach a ridge which will lead us to the top. The climb is demanding but not technical in nature. You will in patches be walking on uneven terrain of boulders, scree and rocks. Early season we will have to negotiate through deep snow that's why we recommend an early start as it is easier to walk on hard snow. But the effort is going to be rewarded manifold with views which are surely unparalleled. Views around dawn are the best which is why we insist on an early start today. From the route leading to the summit and the top you get to see a set of big mountains which you otherwise don't get to see from Kuari pass region, mountains like Nanda Devi, Trishul, Changbhang and many more. Once we reach the summit, enjoy the breathtaking 360 degree views of Garhwal peaks. After spending time at the summit we trace our feet back to Khulara camp.
Overnight Camping
Meal - B, L, D
After a leisurely breakfast we start downhill towards the road head. We will walk all the way down to Dhak a small market place on this road. Walk today is again a completely enjoyable experience with us walking through interesting forest sections and couple of scenically located villages. From Dhak we will board the vehicles and drive to Auli where a hot shower followed by a sumptuous meal awaits us. The trek will take nearly 04 to 05 hours.
Overnight at the Simple Guest House
Meal - B, L, D
After having breakfast we drive 06 hours to Haridwar. Upon arrival transfer to Hotel or Railway station.
Meal - B
Inclusions / Exclusions
Inclusions
- Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
- Meals included as per abbreviation as mentioned above in the programme where B- Breakfast, L-Lunch & D –Dinner.
- Trek equipments (Sleeping bag, mattress, Kitchen & dinning tent, crampon, utensils, tent)
- All necessary permits and entry fees.
- First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
- Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide and Support staff.
- Transport
- Our professional charges.
Exclusions
- Any kind of personal expenses such as table drinks, mineral water, tips etc.
- Any kind of meals or food not mentioned above in the programme.
- Personal Insurance.
- Mules or Porters to carry the personal luggage.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head
FAQs
Pangarchulla is perched at an height of 4595 mts (1570 feet) above the sea level.
You will need atleast 6 to 9 days depend upon the guide you choose for the Pangarchulla trek
Jolly Grant airport is the nearest airport and Dehradun railway station is the nearest railway station for Pangarchulla trek.
Where is Pangarchulla?
Pangarchulla is a high-altitude trekin the Joshimath region of Chamoli district of Uttarakhand state.
No there is no electricity on this trek. We suggest you to take extra batteries for your camera and take power bank for your mobile phones.
No, we don’t suggest beginners to do this trek because it is an high altitude trek so trekkers must have an prior trekking experience to do this trek.
Treks are safe for woman traveling solo. We either provide them room / tent on sharing basis with other woman trekkers. We will provide you a tent on Single Occupancy at no extra cost if you are the only woman in the group.
Yes, if you would like to travel independently, you are invited to choose any of the trips at your convenient time frame for any number of people. The cost for a private trip is fixed on the basis of group size, trek distance, trek time, and duration.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations prior to 30 days from the start of the trek
We shall charge only the services which are paid and non-refundable and our professional charges on the actual basis. This means we will pay you nearly 90% of the payment and if you want to adjust your payment for the next trip then it will be adjusted. But also note that the balance payment for the future tour shall be paid by the client.
Cancellation between 24 days and 14 days to the start of the trek
We will refund you 70% of the payment and if you want to adjust your payment for the next trip then it will be adjusted. But also note that the balance payment for the future tour shall be paid by the client.
Cancellation between 14 days and 10 days to the start of the trek
We will refund you 50% of the payment and if you want to adjust your payment for the next trip then it will be adjusted. But also note that the balance payment for the future tour shall be paid by the client.
Cancellation less than 10 days to the start of the trek
It will be calculated and hence the refund is initiated.
