Kedarkantha Trek

Kedarkantha Trek

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🏔️ Kedarkantha Trek Itinerary (5N/6D)

📍 Region: Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand
🎒 Altitude: 12,500 ft
🥾 Trek Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
🕰️ Best Time: December to April (for snow), October–June (general)

🗓️ Day 1: Dehradun → Sankri (Base Village)

  • Distance: ~200 km | Drive time: 8–10 hours

  • Scenic drive via Mussoorie, Purola, Mori, Naitwar

  • Reach Sankri (6,400 ft) by evening

  • Check-in to guesthouse/homestay

  • Briefing by trek leader, acclimatization walk

Stay: Guesthouse in Sankri
Meals: Dinner

🗓️ Day 2: Sankri → Juda Ka Talab Trek

  • Trek Distance: ~4 km | Time: 4–5 hours

  • Trail through dense pine and oak forest

  • Reach Juda Ka Talab (9,100 ft) – frozen lake in winter

  • Set up camp, explore surroundings

Stay: Tent
Meals: All meals included

🗓️ Day 3: Juda Ka Talab → Kedarkantha Base Camp

  • Trek Distance: ~4 km | Time: 3–4 hours

  • Gradual ascent through forest and meadows

  • Reach Base Camp (11,200 ft) with majestic views of Swargarohini and Bandarpoonch

  • Sunset photography opportunity

Stay: Tent
Meals: All meals included

🗓️ Day 4: Summit Kedarkantha → Descend to Hargaon

  • Trek Distance: 6 km up + 6 km down | Time: 6–7 hrs total

  • Start pre-dawn (around 3 AM) for sunrise from Kedarkantha Summit (12,500 ft)

  • Enjoy panoramic views of Himalayan peaks

  • Descend to Hargaon campsite (8,900 ft)

Stay: Tent
Meals: All meals included

🗓️ Day 5: Hargaon → Sankri → Rest / Optional local tour

  • Trek Distance: ~6 km | Time: 2–3 hours

  • Descend through forest trails

  • Reach Sankri by late morning

  • Free time to explore Sankri village or relax

Stay: Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

🗓️ Day 6: Sankri → Dehradun (Drive)

  • Start early morning drive back to Dehradun

  • Reach by evening (~6 PM)

🧳 Essentials to Pack:

  • Trekking shoes (good grip, waterproof)

  • Thermal wear + down jacket

  • Gloves, woollen cap, sunglasses

  • Raincoat/poncho (weather dependent)

  • Headlamp, water bottle, energy bars

  • Personal medicines

✅ Important Notes:

  • No mobile network after Sankri

  • Temperature in winter:

    • Day: 8–10°C | Night: -5°C to -10°C

  • Carry a valid Govt ID for forest permits

  • Acclimatization is usually not a major issue for most as it’s a gradual gain

🎒 Trek Operator Options:

  • Indiahikes, Trek the Himalayas (TTH), Bikat Adventures, Himalayan Hikers

    • Packages usually include guide, permits, food, stay, tents, sleeping bags