One of India's best summits with Breathtaking 360° Himalayan Range view
Duration
5 Night and 6 days
Altitude
12,500 ft.
Trek Difficulty
Easy-Moderate
Distance
Road Distance: 200 km & Trek: 33 km
Stay
Homestay & Camps
Meals
3 times a day & Tea, Snacks
The Kuari Pass trek in Uttarakhand offers a breathtaking winter journey. Famous for its sweeping views of the Himalayas, including Nanda Devi, the second highest peak in India, this trek features scenic snowy trails ideal for adventure seekers looking to immerse themselves in majestic mountain scenery.
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Trek Highlights
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Panoramic Views of the Himalayas
The trek offers stunning views of some of the highest peaks, including Nanda Devi, Dronagiri, and Kamet, providing an awe-inspiring backdrop throughout the journey.
Challenging Snowy Trails
Winter brings a blanket of snow, making the trails a beautiful but challenging snowy wonderland that adds excitement and adventure to the trek.
Serene Forest Walks
The route passes through dense rhododendron and oak forests, which are especially tranquil in the winter months, creating a quiet, isolated atmosphere ideal for introspection and enjoyment of nature.
Lake with the view of Himalayan ranges
Tali Lake, nestled amidst serene forests, offers a tranquil retreat with the majestic Himalayan ranges as a stunning backdrop, creating a perfect setting for reflection and nature appreciation.
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Trek Itinerary
Day 1: Rishikesh to Pipalkoti
- 200 km drive to Pipalkoti from Rishikesh
- Duration: 9-10 hours drive
- En-route Place: Devprayag, Srinagar, Dhari Devi Temple, Rudraprayag, Karnprayag
- Breakfast and Lunch on the way (not included in the cost)
Welcome to Pipalkoti
Reach Pipalkoti by the afternoon. It is a quaint town situated on the banks of the Alaknanda River, located along the route to the sacred Badrinath Dham in Chamoli District of Uttarakhand. Serving as a popular stopover, it offers essential amenities and serene riverside views to pilgrims and travelers alike.
Max Altitude
4,900 ft
Stay
Homestay/Guest House
Food
Evening Tea & Snacks, Dinner
Day 2: Pipalkoti to Gulling Top
- Drive 50 km from Pipalkoti to Tugashi village, then trek 3 km to Gulling Top.
- Gradual ascend mostly through villages.
- Hot Lunch at Campsite.
- 2 Water Point on the way.
- Peak Sighting: Dronagiri, Hathi-Gauri Peak
Altitude
9,000 ft.
Stay
Stay in Tent
Food
Morning Tea, Breakfast, Hot Lunch, Evening Tea & Snacks, Dinner
Day 3: Gulling Top to Tali Forest Camp
- Trek Distance: 5km/4hrs
- Today, you’ll walk through rhododendrons and oak forests.
- There is only one water point along the way.
- Peaks Sighting: Dronagiri, Hathi-Gauri, Deoban, Chaukhamba, Neelkanth
The first kilometer is a gradual climb, followed by a steep ascent.
Altitude
11,000 ft.
Food
Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Tea Snacks, Dinner
Day 4: Tali Forest Camp to Kuari Pass and back to Tali
- Trek Distance: 15km/10hrs
- No water source on the way.
- Today’s trek is going to be the toughest.
- Most of the time, we’ll be climbing steep slopes today.
- Don’t forget to bring a lunchbox for packed lunch.
- Peak Sighting: Dronagiri, Hathi-Gauri Peak, Kamet, Nanda Devi, Mukut, Mana, Mandir, Deoban Garur, Chaukhambha, Nanda Ghunti, Nilgiri
Tali Lake
Tali Lake, nestled amidst serene forests, offers a tranquil retreat with the majestic Himalayan ranges as a stunning backdrop, creating a perfect setting for reflection and nature appreciation. It's just a short 1km distance from your Tali campsite, making it easily accessible for a peaceful escape into nature's embrace.
Altitude
12,500 ft.
Food
Morning Tea/Coffee, Breakfast, Packed Lunch
Day 5: Tali Forest Camp to Pipalkoti via Gorson Bugyal and Auli
- Trek Distance: 10km/7hrs
- 45km/2hrs Drive to Pipalkoti from Auli.
- The Trek involves a gradual ascent until Gorson Bugyal, followed by a gradual descent afterward.
Reached Pipalkoti by evening.
Note
We'll only descend to Auli via Gorson Bugyal if the weather and route conditions allow. Otherwise, we'll have to descend through Gulling Top to Tugashi.
Altitude
11,500 ft.
Food
Morning Tea/Coffee, Breakfast, Packed Lunch
Day 6: Pipalkoti to Rishikesh
- Departure is scheduled for early morning, between 6 and 7 am
- 200 km/10hrs drive to Rishikesh from Pipalkoti.
- Breakfast and Lunch on the way ( not included in cost)
Altitude
4,900 ft.
Food
Morning Tea