Kedarkantha trek 2025: A perfect family picnic of friends holiday trip
The Kedarkantha Trek, located in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, has been a perennial favorite among trekking enthusiasts, offering a perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty. Rising to an altitude of 12,500 feet (3,810 meters), this trek is celebrated for its panoramic views, enchanting trails, and a summit that feels like a doorway to heaven.
This 6-day trek covers a distance of about 20 kilometers; though the trail becomes snow-clogged during winter, it still is an easy trek for beginners. Breathtaking vista views of towering peaks like Swargarohini, Black Peak, and Bandarpunch further enrich each step on your journey.
Itinerary
Meet us in Dehradun early in the morning. From here, we’ll begin the scenic drive to Sankri, where we’ll set up camp at an elevation of 6,400 feet. You’ll pass through beautiful towns like Mussoorie, Naitwar, and others along the way. To get to base camp, you’ll be on a scenic drive of a lifetime. Throughout the drive, you will be surrounded by nature, with beautiful scenery and the scent of pinewood and Himalayan flora and fauna. It will take about 7-8 hours to complete the journey. From the start, the stunning and majestic drive will steal your heart. You’ll be welcomed by pine and oak trees, and your route will pass alongside the raging Yamuna & Tons river.
When you arrive, check into your hotel and leave your luggage before taking a walk through the cute little hamlet of Sankri. This is a small Himalayan hamlet with a wealth of natural beauty. A location is well-known among hikers and nature lovers. Sankri is well-known for being a trekking hotspot. The most common treks are Kedarkantha Treks and Har ki Dun Treks, which are both accessible from the Sankri base camp. This location is also well-known among shutterbugs as a spot to quench their photographic thirst.
After breakfast, we’ll embark on a mild hike that will take us through the forest for the most part. We’ll walk to Saur village and then climb up to Juda-ka-Talab, a small pond that freezes over in the winter. This lake has a religious meaning & stunning views of snow-capped mountains. Its views have the ability to enchant travelers. You won’t be able to look away until you’ve seen it. You won’t be able to put into words how you feel. Only you will be able to sense it because the words will be short. We will get glimpses of the snow-capped Himalayan peaks as we continue climbing. After another hour of hiking, we’ll arrive at the meadows, where we’ll pitch our tents for the night.
Start early and take in the magnificent sunrise. After a delicious breakfast, we will begin our trek to the Kedarkantha foundation, which is located at an elevation of 11,250 feet. With sufficient breaks, the trek should take about 4-5 hours to complete. The trail is almost level at first, and it follows a well-marked route. However, it soon reaches a thick pine and oak forest before opening into lovely meadows dotted with tiny shepherds’ huts. The imposing view of Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag, and Ranglana, all of which are snow-capped Himalayan peaks, will take your breath away. These mountains are well-known for their breathtaking views.
When you look up at the tops of these hills, you’ll find that there’s no gap between them and the sky. Mother Nature’s wonders have produced these peaks. These are priceless natural treasures. The view will leave an indelible impression on your mind and soul once you’ve seen it. The view from these peaks will stay with you forever. Swargarohini Peak is 6,252 meters tall, Bandarpunch is 6,316 meters tall, Kalanag is 6,387 meters tall, and Ranglana is 5,554 meters tall. The Garhwal Himalaya covers both of these peaks.
You will enjoy your delicious dinner and your night by sharing your experiences with your travel partners in your cozy tents.
Imagine what the view from the summit would be like if the Kedar Kantha base is that beautiful. The distance to the summit is not long, but the climb is steep, and we will choose the best route based on the snow conditions, which will take about 4-5 hours. You will be able to see all of the mountains in the Yamunotri, Gangotri, and Kinner Kailash ranges, as well as the valleys, from the peak. Then, depending on the route we take, we’ll descend the peak and trek all the way down to Shepherd Camp. We’ll spend the night in tents there.
The Kedarkantha Trek Itinerary concludes with a short trek from the campsite to Sankri, followed by a scenic drive to Dehradun. Start your day with a sunrise breakfast amidst the majestic Himalayas before descending to Sankri, where you’ll bid farewell to the unforgettable Kedarkantha Trek. Expect to arrive in Dehradun by 9 PM, marking the end of this remarkable journey.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Transportation: Dehradun to Sankri and back, by Bolero/Sumo/Traveller.
- Accommodation: Stay from Sankri to Base camp is included. Accommodations include a guest house or permanent camp at Sankri and camping tents at the campsites, all on a triple-sharing basis.
- Meals: All meals from afternoon snacks at Sankri on the Arrival Day to breakfast at Shepherd camp on the Last Day are included. We provide simple, nutritious, and healthy food daily on the trek. *Note: Meal variety is subject to change, depending on the availability.
- Permit: Forest permit charges are included.
- Tent & Sleeping Bag: Quality tents, mattresses, and sleeping bags are provided in the camps, along with a liner.
- First Aid Kits: Carried by our trek leaders and guides. Emergency medical issues are addressed with utmost care.
- Adept Trek Leaders and Team Members: Our local Himalayan team includes professional trek leaders with mountaineering qualifications and familiarity with the local terrain. The team also includes well-trained guides, cooks, and helpers.
Cost Excludes
- Food During Road Journey: Meals between Dehradun and Sankri are not included.
- Backpack Offloading Charges: An additional charge of Rs-350/- per bag per day for offloading, with a maximum weight limit of 10 kg per backpack.
- *Note: Suitcases/trolleys/duffel bags are not allowed. Offloading during the trek is subject to prior arrangement.
- Stay & Unplanned Transport: Accommodation in Dehradun or any unplanned transportation, which is not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal Expenses: Any kind of personal expense is not included in the cost.
- Rescue Cost: Expenses for any trekker needing to be sent back or rescued.
- Others: The Kedarkantha Trek Cost excludes transportation, personal gear, insurance, unforeseen expenses, transit meals, tips, and additional services like mules or porters.
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