Kedarkantha Trek
Kedarkantha Trek
Kedarkantha Trek Overview
The Kedarkantha Trek is one of the most popular winter treks in Uttarakhand, attracting trekkers with its enchanting snow-covered landscapes and breathtaking summit views. Located in the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary, Kedarkantha offers trekkers a relatively easy yet rewarding experience with panoramic views of the Himalayas. Known for its beautiful campsites, lush pine forests, and picturesque clearings, the trek is a fantastic winter adventure with an achievable summit at an altitude of 3,810 meters (12,500 feet).- Altitude: 3,810 meters (12,500 feet)
- Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
- Best Time to Visit: December to April (for snow) and October to June
- Start/End Point: Sankri Village
Day 1: Arrival in Sankri (Drive from Dehradun, 210 km)
- Arrive at Dehradun in the morning and drive to Sankri, the base village for the trek.
- The scenic drive takes you through Mussoorie and pine forests, passing rivers and picturesque villages.
- Check-in to your guest house or homestay in Sankri.
- Altitude: 6,400 feet
Day 2: Sankri to Juda Ka Talab (Trek)
- Begin the trek from Sankri, passing through dense forests of pine and maple trees.
- Reach the beautiful campsite at Juda Ka Talab, a serene high-altitude lake surrounded by forests.
- Trek Distance: 4 km (4–5 hours)
- Overnight stay in tents at Juda Ka Talab.
- Altitude: 9,100 feet
Day 3: Juda Ka Talab to Kedarkantha Base Camp
- Trek through snow-laden trails (in winter) and open meadows, catching beautiful views of snow-covered peaks.
- Reach the Kedarkantha Base Camp, an ideal location to enjoy views of nearby ranges.
- Trek Distance: 4 km (3–4 hours)
- Overnight stay in tents at Kedarkantha Base Camp.
- Altitude: 11,250 feet
Day 4: Kedarkantha Base Camp to Kedarkantha Summit and Descend to Juda Ka Talab
- Start early to trek up to the Kedarkantha summit, experiencing a thrilling ascent and enjoying panoramic views from the top.
- Peaks like Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, and Black Peak are visible from the summit.
- After spending time at the summit, descend to the Hargaon campsite.
- Trek Distance: 6 km (7–8 hours round trip)
- Overnight stay in tents at Hargaon.
- Altitude: 12,500 feet (summit), 8,900 feet (Hargaon)
Day 5: Juda Ka Talab to Sankri/Dehradun
- Trek down through forests and picturesque trails, returning to Sankri.
- Trek Distance: 6 km (3–4 hours)
- Sankri back to Dehradun (210 km, around 8 hours).
Inclusions :-
1.Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
2.Meals while on trek (Veg.+ Egg)
3.Trek equipments (Sleeping bag, mattress, Kitchen & dinning tent, crampon, utensils, tent)
4.All necessary permits and entry fees.
5.First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
6.Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide and Support staff.
Exclusions :-
1.Any kind of personal expenses.
2. Food during the transit.
3. Insurance.
4. Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
5. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head