Kedarkantha Winter Trek
About This Experience Did you know that Kedarkantha peak (12500 ) in the Himalayas is a terri c trek in the month of December and January. In fact the beauty of snow covered mountains is so mesmerizing that it is also known as one of the best winter trek of the Himalayas during that period. To let you know why you should take this journey with us, let us give you a few reasons:
Picturesque landscape :- Passing through the Govind National Park, the snow covered trail to the Kedarkantha peak is a treasure house of ora and fauna such as leopards, bears, musk deer and many birds! And of course, from the summit, the arresting 360 view of the snow clad peaks like Swargarohini, Bandarpunch and Black Peak is intoxicating and beyond words to be penned down. Nature is found in abundance here, as though welcoming each of us with a warm smile.
Pe ect for Beginners :- With the distance covered each day being not much (having a consolidated distance of 20kms) and the altitude gain being comfo able, the trek to the Kedarkantha Peak is the chance for beginners to put on their trekking shoes and go exploring.
Beautiful campsites :- There are very few places that can compete to the beautiful campsite that comes complimentary with the Kedarkantha visit. The Juda- Ka- Talab campsite, surrounded by pine trees is like a picture out of a postcard and the surrounding view of snow capped peaks from the open meadows of the base camp is a delight to the eyes.
Pe ect way to end the Year:- What a memorable experience it would be to end the Year in the mountains with your newly made friends. Our dates coincide pe ectly with Christmas and this adventure is a celebration wo h being a pa of.
So are you ready to Escape With Us?
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We understand that safety of our campers, instructors, as well as the local people are of utmost impo ance. We are making sure that things are handled with great care and vigilance before, during, and a er our camps.
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Duration : 6D/5N
Meeting Point : Dehradun, U arakhand, India Early Bird o er till 30th Sept : ₹ 8999/- Destination : Sankari, U arakhand, India Booking Amount : INR 4000/- per person
PLAN IN A NUTSHELL
Day 1 Dehradun to Sankri drive
Travel Not Included Homestay Dinner Private vehicle will be booked based on total count and cost will be equally shared
Day 2 Trek from Sankri (6400 ) to Juda Ka Talab (9050 ) Trek Tents All Meals
Day 3 Trek to Kedarkantha base (11150 ) Trek Tents All Meals
Day 4 Trek to Kedarkantha peak (12500 ) and back to Trek Tents All Meals Kedarkantha base (11150 )
Day 5 Trek to Sankri via Hargaon
Trek Homestay All Meals
Day 6 Sankri to Dehradun Drive
Travel Not Included Stay Not Applicable Meals Not Applicable Private vehicle will be booked based on total count and cost will be equally shared
INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
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All expenses from Sankri to Sankri which - Transpo ation cost to and fro Sankri include: - Food expenses until Sankri - Stay in tents/Homestay/Hotel on sharing - Personal expenses of any kind basis - Individual mule + Po er charges. - Breakfast + lunch + dinner - Evening snacks + Tea - Expe Guides - Sleeping bags + Mat ENQUIRE NOW
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THE PLAN IN DETAIL
Day 1 Dehradun to Sankri drive
Travel Not Included Homestay Dinner Private vehicle will be booked based on total count and cost will be equally shared
A 200 km drive from Dehradun take us to the quaint town of Sankri. It is advisable to sta as early as 6:00 am to warrant enough bu er time to reach Sankri by late evening. The route is picturesque with the Yamuna Valley on one side and the blue Pine forest on the other. Passing through towns such as Mori and Purola we eventually reach Netwar, from where necessary forest permits need to be acquired to enter the Govind National Park. From here follow the course of the Supin river through conifer forest, apple orchards and farming elds to Sankri.
With around 200 houses, Sankri is a sta point for multiple treks in that region. Most of the people are either trekkers or suppo sta , gearing up for their respective treks.
Famous for the beautiful sunset over the Swargarohini Peak, our evening will be spent exploring this beautiful town, interacting with the locals and acquainting with your fellow trekkers. Night stay in homestay/hotel on sharing basis.
Day 2 Trek from Sankri (6400 ) to Juda Ka Talab (9050 )
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The trek to Juda Ka Talab sta s from Sor, an o set of Sankri. The ascending trail is of moderate gradient passing through sparse conifer forests. A er crossing a cement bridge, the trail splits into two. Taking the le trail for an hour, we reach an open ground inside the forest, our halfway point of the trek. A single walnut tree stands tall in the middle and we take a well deserved rest here.
A er a good rest, we continue climbing up and cross two meadows covered with lush green carpet of so grass or snow during winters. Turning right from the last meadow, we climb another 20 minutes to reach our Juda Ka Talab campsite.
Juda Ka Talab is a really pre y campsite with undulated wavy meadows amidst a dense Maple-Oak forest. At the le corner of the clearing there is a small lake which remains frozen most of the winter.
The lake is famous for an urban legend. The locals claim the lake to be connected with a well in Sor village. Many years ago, a shepherd boy got drowned in the lake. The li le boy loved his ute and would carry it around with him wherever he would go. A week a er the tragedy, the ute was found in the well at Sor.
Day 3 Trek to Kedarkantha base (11150 )
Trek Tents All Meals
A clearly de ned trail sta s from Juda Ka Talab to the Base Camp. A 10 minute climb takes us to a vantage point from where the Juda Ka Talab lake is clearly visible. On climbing fu her we will see a ridge to our le . Follow the trail going over the ridge for an hour till we come across a solitary shepherd hit. Another hour of gradual ascent will take us to our destination of the day. The Base Camp is a vast opening with few desolated shepherd hut. A magni cent view of snow capped mountains such as Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag and Ranglana can be seen from here. And to top it all, the triangular Kedarkantha Peak can be seen right above the tree line. Spend sometime outside, enjoying the view, capturing these moments. Sleep early tonight as we need to wake up as early as 2:00 am for our summit a empt tomorrow.
Day 4 Trek to Kedarkantha peak (12500 ) and back to Kedarkantha base (11150 )
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Wake up early as 2:00 am and don yourself in a warm jacket, windproof top and gloves. The rst hour of the trek takes us through dense oak forest. However as we keep on climbing up, the forest recedes and we come across a shepherd hut with two trail leading to the top. Depending on the snow condition, we shall take the le one while climbing and the right one for descending. From here the trail gets steep and we need to climb a steep ridge to the top. Climbing up for an hour on a slushy, icy trail, through switchbacks we will nd ourselves right in front of the shrine.The belief says that this shrine was supposed to be the original Kedarnath temple but Lord Shiva, who disguised himself as a cow hiding from the Pandavas was disturbed during meditation by village men and disappeared to the present Kedarnath. Another few more minutes from here takes us to the summit.
Celebrate here, for it is a cause to celebrate. Enjoy a majestic view of high peaks like the Gangotri and Yamunotri ranges, Swargarohini, Kaland, Hati Parvat and Ranglala. Spend some time on the summit enjoying the view then head back down via the other trail.
Day 5 Trek to Sankri via Hargaon
Trek Homestay All Meals
For the rst half an hour we retrace our steps to the Shepherd hut where we took a good rest while reaching the base camp. From here we take a di erent route through dense Maple-oak forest to the opening of Hargaon campsite. From the clearing the entire Har Ki Dun river valley is distinctly visible do ed with villages on both the sides of the carving Har Ki Dun nallah.
Another hour of hike will take you to the cement bridge which we crossed on the rst day of our trekking. Saur is not far from here.
Day 6 Sankri to Dehradun Drive
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We need to bid goodbye to this beautiful valley . A pick up for the team shall be arranged from Sankri itself. On reaching Dehradun we all disperse but with fond, cherishable memories.
HOW TO REACH
22/12/2019 - Reach Dehradun by 6 am.
CANCELLATION POLICY
20 days before the event sta date: No Refund 20-45 days before the event sta date: 50% Refund Before 45 days of the event sta date: 75% Refund If you replace yourself wih a substitute, we will refund the entire amount less any unrecoverable/non transferable charges. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS
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TGE Travels is an experiential travel company established in the year 2018 founded by expe mountaineers and travellers. We believe traveling is all about experiencing a place that you go to. It is about interacting with the locals, trying out local cuisines, celebrating local festivals and exploring the o beat locations. We are here to help our travelers do just that. From staying at authentic homestays to discovering the hidden gems of each location, we help our travelers connect with the place like never before.
REVIEWS FROM THE PAST
Fatema Zavery It's always a pleasure travelling with TGE! The one thing I love most is their a ention to detail, which ensures that your trip is a memorable one. Travelling with TGE is a wholesome experience, you see the larger more iconic places with no compromise on the li le things. Travel with them if you want to interact with the people of the place, eat their food, in sho experience their lives. These guys do a superb job of making everyone comfo able and everytime I travel with them I make beautiful bonds with all the other travellers. I would 100% recommend TGE to everyone who has the travel bug. It doesn't get be er than this! ☺ ❤
Diwan Chauhan I have known Reetu and Jamila for many years and have worked with them in the past. But this was the rst time I decided to travel with them as a pa icipant. When Reetu told me about exploring Spiti in winters I was completely on board. The itinerary sounded exciting and the pricing less. S my friend Manish and I immediately signed up for it. One of the best decisions I ever took. Spiti in winters in beautiful. The 7 days with the team was wonde ul. We spent our days driving around the valley and our evenings dancing to pahadi songs. The planning was pe ect with utmost care given in the choice of stay and comfo . Of course the highlight of the trip was spo ing a snow leopard. Overall it was an amazing trip and I am looking forward to join many more with The Great Escape
Shravan Kumar Poshe y Should I describe with “pe ect planning” / “meticulous coordination”/ “cordial organiser”...might be with all of it. Flawless execution is what makes them unique and organiser Reetu Yadav has let all of us experience it with her executional capabilities... Accommodation:-5/5 Coordination:-5/5 Welcome:-5/5 Clarity n ow of communication:-5/5 Accommodation cleanliness:-5/5 Food:-5/5 (delicious) Comfo in Mode of Travel:-5/5 Action in Emergency:- very swi 5/5 Team has proved that its not all about the commercial trip but also the cause which is concealed in their carryings. What we pay at Flemingo Reso at Dholavira goes to educate and for taking care of more than 400 students and their boarding facilities as well. Its not over yet, you will be pleased to meet the gi ed souls from remote villages who are manifested in their respective disciplines like Rogan A (Hon’le prime minister himself have gi ed one to Barack Obama), Wood A and Bell A , Textile etc. You will get to eat the delicious food made out of love from the local (A1 class food). O all, well planned itinerary and the execution is commendable. We RoK team who depa ed on 12th Dec’19 are truly happy with the onsite organiser Reetu Yadav and the o ine backbone Jamila Kapasi who took good care of each of us at every stretch. Their intact a rmative relation and proper delicacy in their execution makes then unique. My best friend is much impressed with their proceedings and that makes me much happier than ever. Last but not least, am fo unate to have rest 13 of the pa icipants as pa of my extended family. Again the credit goes to TGE. Kudos to the team and i look for fu her association with “THE GREAT ESCAPE” ( you have already give our team a great escape from the routine. Way to go TGE team!!!
Kumar Tarur Parameswaran Such great detailed planning at micro level and being open and upfront about the tour details impressed me at the very sta . They lived up to their promise in every which way. TGE’s expression of their solidarity towards the cause of the villagers by ge ing travellers to interact with them in a lively way and help the villagers in their livelihood was one of the primary reasons I chose to travel with TGE. TGE means immersive experiential travel and what you get in return and come away with are unforge able lifetime memories. Looking forward to many more tours with TGE. Reetu and Jamila pull your collars up. Way to go! You will go miles!
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