With a visit to popular pilgrim cities such as Rishikesh, Devprayag, Joshimath, and Haridwar, the Kuari pass trek, situated in Garhwal Himalaya is a 33 KM long journey. The trek is famous for letting you onlook India’s second-highest peak, Mount Nanda Devi.
The trek at an altitude of 12,516 ft. also offers you summit views of Dronagiri, Chitrakantha, Chaukhamba, and Tali top. The Interlude of meadows, beautiful forests blooming with rhododendron, and oak trees make your path all the more scenic. While on the trek, you can also admire the mesmerizing views of holy rivers such as Bhagirathi and Alakananda which makes the ascent even more exciting.
Kuari Pass Trek Quick Facts:
Duration:6D/5N
Kuari Pass Trek Distance: 33 km
Kuari Pass Altitude: 12,516 ft
Difficulty Level: Easy To Moderate
Kuari PassTemperature: Day: 13°C to 18°C and Night: -3°C to 4°C
Best time for Kuari Pass Trek: March till mid-June & mid-September to early November
Railway Station: Haridwar is the nearest railway station
Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun
ATM: Last ATM is available in Joshimath
Start -End Point: Haridwar
Kuari Pass Trek Highlights
- Experience altitude of 12,516 ft and views of the mighty Dronagiri, Chitrakantha, Chaukhamba and Tali top
- Capture the breathtaking scenic views of India’s second-highest peak – the Nanda Devi
- Through the trail you can simply treat your eyes on the spectacular views of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers in their glory.
- ‘The Kuari pass trek passes through the thick alpine forests of oak and conifer, Rhododendron and birch, teeming with a variety of animals like leopard pugmarks or a Himalayan black bear and birds life
- Altitude: 2,050m/6,750ft
- 256 km drive, approx 10 hours
- Trekkers will be picked from Haridwar at 6:30 am in a Tata Sumo or a similar vehicle (cost is included)
- You can have Breakfast and Lunch on the way (exclusive of charges)
- It will be a quite long journey from Haridwar to reach Joshimath, during the journey you will come across various mesmerizing views of the different cities that will cross your way.
- Altitude: 2,900m/9,600ft
- You will be heading from Joshimath to Dhak village which will be a 12km drive(2,050m/6750ft)
- The trail is a mix of steep and gradual ascent and will go through mostly amidst villages.
- Grab the scrumptious Hot lunch at the campsite
- You will be spotting some of the beautiful peaks Dronagri, HathiParvat, and GoriParvat
- You will start trekking from Dhak village to Gulling top campsite which will be a 5km trek.
- You will be discovering the astounding views of the peaks, grasslands, and much more as the trek continues.
- Enjoy the overnight stay in tents.
- Altitude: 3,350m/11,000ft
- 5.5 km trek, approx 5 hrs
- A trek will take you through the steep ascent through oak, rhododendron (mostly pink and white), and walnut forest.
- You will be awestruck once you witness the surreal beauty of such dark forest and nature trails,
- Enjoy the delicious lunch at the campsite
- Overnight stay in a tent.
- Altitude: 3,800m/12,500ft
- Approx 7-8 km Trek, 5-6 hrs(3-4 km each way)
- Grab the delicious breakfast before heading towards the trek.
- The first half is a steep ascent and the second half is a gradual ascent.
- You will witness the wide meadows with golden to bright green grass cover to cross in the summer that turns into rolling snowfields in the winter
- Travel towards the Khullar top to broken bridge with frozen stream (12,200 ft)
- From the broken bridge you will head towards the Kuari pass (Strenuous climb) (12,500 ft)
- It is advisable to carry enough water as there is no water source on the way.
- You will discover various astounding peaks that will warm up your soul for the adventure, such as- Kedarnath Peak, Kedardome, Chaukhambha, Balakun, Neel Kantha, Mukut Parvat, Kamet, Abhi Gamin, Mana I, Ghori Parvat, Hathi Parvat, Dronagiri, Kalanka, Chang Bang, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti.
- Altitude: 2,050m/6,750ft
- Enjoy the delicious morning breakfast at Camp.
- Once done with the breakfast, start your trek towards the Dhak village, it will be 11km trek.
- Drive from Dhak village to Joshimath and follow the same route.
- There will be a packed lunch on the way
- You will be arriving at Joshimath by late afternoon, it will be a 7hrs journey.
- You can have your dinner and snacks at Joshimath, once you arrive there.
- Clean drinking water for filling your bottles will be available at Tugasi and Dhak
- You will be spending your night for a day at Guest House
- The ride will commence at 6 am, reaching the destination at around 6 pm
- Breakfast and Lunch will be on the way at a roadside inn, exclusive of charges
- Note: On Day 7, you’ll reach Haridwar between 6 pm and 7 pm. You can book your travel any time after 8 pm.
How to Reach Haridwar:
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun serves as the nearest airport to Haridwar. Visitors can take a direct flight to Dehradun from Mumbai or Delhi or connecting flights from anywhere in India. Local vehicles can be availed from outside the airport to reach Haridwar by road from Dehradun.
By Train: Reaching Haridwar By Trains – Haridwar Junction Railway Station (IR station code: HW) is well-connected by train, with frequent trains to Delhi (4-5 hours) and Dehradun (1 hour). There are also a few trains per day to Rishikesh.
By Road: Haridwar is well connected by roads to all major cities and towns, so people as per their choice and comfort can take the bus to reach Haridwar smoothly. Haridwar is connected to Chandigarh (205km), Delhi (210km), Dehradun (59km), and Nainital (223km) through a good network of roads
Kuari Pass Trek Package Inclusions:
- All veg meals from day 1st dinner to till day 6th breakfast
- 03 Nights Tented Accommodation on a triple sharing basis.
- 02 nights Guest House / Hotel in Joshimath / Govindghat on triple sharing basis.
- Morning, Evening Tea/Coffee with light snacks.
- All necessary fees and permits for Indians are included in the Kuari Pass trek package.
- Qualified and experienced Trek Guide and support staff.
- All camping gears complying with International standards
- Basic First Aid Medical Kits.
Kuari Pass Trek Highlights
- Experience altitude of 12,516 ft and views of the mighty Dronagiri, Chitrakantha, Chaukhamba and Tali top
- Capture the breathtaking scenic views of India’s second-highest peak – the Nanda Devi
- Through the trail you can simply treat your eyes on the spectacular views of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers in their glory.
- ‘The Kuari pass trek passes through the thick alpine forests of oak and conifer, Rhododendron and birch, teeming with a variety of animals like leopard pugmarks or a Himalayan black bear and birds life
- Altitude: 2,050m/6,750ft
- 256 km drive, approx 10 hours
- Trekkers will be picked from Haridwar at 6:30 am in a Tata Sumo or a similar vehicle (cost is included)
- You can have Breakfast and Lunch on the way (exclusive of charges)
- It will be a quite long journey from Haridwar to reach Joshimath, during the journey you will come across various mesmerizing views of the different cities that will cross your way.
- Altitude: 2,900m/9,600ft
- You will be heading from Joshimath to Dhak village which will be a 12km drive(2,050m/6750ft)
- The trail is a mix of steep and gradual ascent and will go through mostly amidst villages.
- Grab the scrumptious Hot lunch at the campsite
- You will be spotting some of the beautiful peaks Dronagri, HathiParvat, and GoriParvat
- You will start trekking from Dhak village to Gulling top campsite which will be a 5km trek.
- You will be discovering the astounding views of the peaks, grasslands, and much more as the trek continues.
- Enjoy the overnight stay in tents.
- Altitude: 3,350m/11,000ft
- 5.5 km trek, approx 5 hrs
- A trek will take you through the steep ascent through oak, rhododendron (mostly pink and white), and walnut forest.
- You will be awestruck once you witness the surreal beauty of such dark forest and nature trails,
- Enjoy the delicious lunch at the campsite
- Overnight stay in a tent.
- Altitude: 3,800m/12,500ft
- Approx 7-8 km Trek, 5-6 hrs(3-4 km each way)
- Grab the delicious breakfast before heading towards the trek.
- The first half is a steep ascent and the second half is a gradual ascent.
- You will witness the wide meadows with golden to bright green grass cover to cross in the summer that turns into rolling snowfields in the winter
- Travel towards the Khullar top to broken bridge with frozen stream (12,200 ft)
- From the broken bridge you will head towards the Kuari pass (Strenuous climb) (12,500 ft)
- It is advisable to carry enough water as there is no water source on the way.
- You will discover various astounding peaks that will warm up your soul for the adventure, such as- Kedarnath Peak, Kedardome, Chaukhambha, Balakun, Neel Kantha, Mukut Parvat, Kamet, Abhi Gamin, Mana I, Ghori Parvat, Hathi Parvat, Dronagiri, Kalanka, Chang Bang, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti.
- Altitude: 2,050m/6,750ft
- Enjoy the delicious morning breakfast at Camp.
- Once done with the breakfast, start your trek towards the Dhak village, it will be 11km trek.
- Drive from Dhak village to Joshimath and follow the same route.
- There will be a packed lunch on the way
- You will be arriving at Joshimath by late afternoon, it will be a 7hrs journey.
- You can have your dinner and snacks at Joshimath, once you arrive there.
- Clean drinking water for filling your bottles will be available at Tugasi and Dhak
- You will be spending your night for a day at Guest House
- The ride will commence at 6 am, reaching the destination at around 6 pm
- Breakfast and Lunch will be on the way at a roadside inn, exclusive of charges
- Note: On Day 7, you’ll reach Haridwar between 6 pm and 7 pm. You can book your travel any time after 8 pm.
How to Reach Haridwar:
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun serves as the nearest airport to Haridwar. Visitors can take a direct flight to Dehradun from Mumbai or Delhi or connecting flights from anywhere in India. Local vehicles can be availed from outside the airport to reach Haridwar by road from Dehradun.
By Train: Reaching Haridwar By Trains – Haridwar Junction Railway Station (IR station code: HW) is well-connected by train, with frequent trains to Delhi (4-5 hours) and Dehradun (1 hour). There are also a few trains per day to Rishikesh.
By Road: Haridwar is well connected by roads to all major cities and towns, so people as per their choice and comfort can take the bus to reach Haridwar smoothly. Haridwar is connected to Chandigarh (205km), Delhi (210km), Dehradun (59km), and Nainital (223km) through a good network of roads
Kuari Pass Trek Package Inclusions:
- All veg meals from day 1st dinner to till day 6th breakfast
- 03 Nights Tented Accommodation on a triple sharing basis.
- 02 nights Guest House / Hotel in Joshimath / Govindghat on triple sharing basis.
- Morning, Evening Tea/Coffee with light snacks.
- All necessary fees and permits for Indians are included in the Kuari Pass trek package.
- Qualified and experienced Trek Guide and support staff.
- All camping gears complying with International standards
- Basic First Aid Medical Kits.
