HAR KI DUN

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The Har Ki Dun valley, also known as the “Valley of Gods”, is a cradle shaped hanging valley in the Garhwal Himalayas. It is surrounded by snow-covered peaks and alpine vegetation. It is connected to Baspa Valley by the Borasu Pass This valley is at an altitude of approx 3555m above sea level and is snow-covered from the month of October to March.

For people who love to see flowers there is a small stage possible on the day we explore msrindatal . The meadows here are almost fully carpeted with alpine flowers and make a very pleasing sight. Contrary to the popular belief Har Ki Dun trek not a very easy trek and has long walks on almost all days and is suitable for seasoned trekkers as well as fit beginners. This trail is situated in the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary & National Park in Garhwal Himalayas. We drive from Dehradun to a beautiful village called Sankri where we spend the first night and from here a short 50 mins drive the next day gets us to Taluka, a small market place which is our starting point. From here we trek up to Gangad, walking through beautiful forests and interesting villages.

The next day we trek to Kalkatti Dhar and camp there for the night. From Kalkatti Dhar we hike up to Har-ki-Dun and land ourselves in a complete paradise. Har Ki Dun gives an opportunity to meet local people and get to appreciate the local architecture and way of life as we move up the trail. Camping on the meadows here is sheer pleasure. We do a days excursion from here to maridatAl reaching up to a height of 3850m. From here you get the exquisite view of marindatal, Jeju Peak. In the last stage of the trek we walk back to Gangad and then to Taluka to finish what is surely going to be a memorable trek.

Alike other treks, even for the Har Ki Dun Trek -Hillwaytrek assists you with professionally qualified expert guides. Our guides will run a small course on climbing techniques to get you to know more about the sport and get comfortable with it.

ABOUT

Region : Uttarakhand

Grade : Easy To Moderate

Altitude : 3555m

Distance : 65 Km

Trail Type : Round trail

Base Camp : Sankri (9 hrs drive from Dehradun)

Stay : Guest house, Home stay, Camping

HIMALAYAN TREK

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DAY 01 :

DEHRADUN / HARIDWAR - SANKRI Arrive in Sankri. If you opt for transportation from us then we will assemble early morning in Dehradun by 7 AM and drive towards Sankri. This small quaint village is the base for Har Ki Dun trek. Overnight stay at guesthouse/hotel in Sankri.

DAY 02 :

SANKRI- TALUKA - SEEMA (12 Km. Ride & 12 Km. Trek) Early morning drive from Sankri to Taluka in a Taxi. Taluka is the starting point of our trek. After breakfast in Taluka, we will start trekking with packed lunch to Seema (2260m) on an even surface through thick forests of chestnuts, walnuts, willows, chinars and a variety of conifer trees. You will come across a few waterfalls on your way. You could either opt for the steep climb of Dhaatmeer village or just trek along the Karmanasha stream. Both the routes meet at Gangaar village. Reach Seema Camps by late afternoon. Overnight stay in tents.

DAY 03 :

SEEMA- KALKATTIYADHAAR (7 Km Trek) The trail from Seema initially is on the left side of the valley and goes past fields. This is followed by crossing an aging bridge over river Rupin, after which we start trekking to the right side of the valley. The trail now ascends through fields and pastures with huts. The coniferous trees on the other side of the valley are beautiful. Then the trail includes a climb to the ridge locally named as Kalkattiyadhar. After a short descent from the Kalkattiyadhar, we arrive at our campsite. Overnight stay in tents.

DAY 04 :

KALKATTIYADHAAR - HAR KI DUN - KALKATTIYADHAAR (14 Km Trek) As we move ahead from Kalkattiyadhaar camp, the trail gives an impressive view of Har Ki Dun valley. Initially, there's a gradual climb which later gets steeper as it passes through beautiful meadows which opens into Har Ki Dun. A small stream flows by the campsite, with peaks of Har Ki Dun and Swargarohini towering above. After spending some time at Har Ki Dun, we will return to Kalkattiyadhaar camp & stay.

DAY 05 :

KALKATTIYADHAAR - SEEMA (7 Km Trek) Spend some quality time appreciating the sunrise and enchanting view of Swargarohini Peaks from the campsite. During winters, the morning temperature can be quite cold ( around -2 degree) here. After an early breakfast, we head back to Seema. We start by crossing the Har Ki Dun Bridge and then continue with a small walk along the river. Initially, there is a gradual climb up to Kalkattiyadhar and then it is a descend up to Seema. If time permits we will take a short halt at Osla village, where you can see the typical Gharhwali Houses. Like most mountain villages, the location of Osla is such that it gets Sunlight throughout the day. So you can just sit and relax for some time. After a short while, we resume the descend to Seema where we stay for the night.

DAY 06 :

SEEMA- TALUKA - SANKRI (12 Km. Ride & 12 Km. Trek) Early morning drive from Seema to Sankri via Taluka as we had came here through picturesque beauty. On arrival , check in at camp & night stay.

DAY 07 :

SANKRI - DEHRADUN Check out after breakfast and & transfer to Dehradun from us then board your vehicles for the drive back to Dehradun. We will reach Dehradun by late evening.

INCLUSIONS :

Accommodation of 2 Nights in Camp at Seema.
Accommodation of 2 Nights at Sankri Village Homestay.
Accommodation of 2 Nights in Camp at Kalkattiyadhaar
Transfer & Sightseeing by exclusive Non AC Vehicle like Traveller / Ertiga / Innova (depending on the size of the group), wherever applicable.
All Meals (Veg /Non Veg), including everything from Day 1 Breakfast to Day 7 Breakfast.
A well-experienced and Certified Trek Leader.
First aid medical kits , Safety Gears, etc. relate to the trek.
Supporting staff.
Camping Equipment like tent, sleeping bags ,gaiters and crampons (if required) will be provided.

EXCLUSIONS :

Any Airfare / Train fare.
Lunch / Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
Entrance fees to National Park, Amusement parks, Boating Charges, Any rides, Adventure Activities rather than mentioned in itinerary, Monuments, Museum, etc.
Any portage at airports & hotels tips, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature.
Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances, Covid 19, etc.

THINGS TO CARRY :

Saddle bags/ Magnetic tank bag/ Luggage carrier.
Comfortable clothes: tracks, raincoats, tee-shirts, Jackets and pullovers.
Trekking Shoes, a pair of slippers for the night, extra pair of socks.
Sunglasses, caps or hats, sunscreen lotion and insect repellents.
Flashlight with extra batteries , Personal medication .
Water bottles, backpack with plastic lining, daypack.
Helmet, Hanging Rope, Glows & any other trekking equipment.

NOTE :

We shall not be responsible for any change in the itinerary due to landslides, flight cancellations, weather conditions or any unforeseen circumstances. The additional cost incurred will be in addition to the cost.
It is mandatory to carry the Photo identity Proof during travel and have to be presented at the time of Check Inn wherever applicable for security reason.
During travelling , it is mandatory to carry a valid medical certificate (RTPCR Test Negative Report 72 Hrs. before ) along with 14 Days travel history. It will help the organizers to inform and alert all other persons during the tour that they can follow the medical/government norms in this regard.

TERMS & CONDITIONS :

BHATKE ADVENTURE reserves the right to close the registration early or extend the date of registration.
Confirmation / Cancellation of package should be accepted in written only.
Registration Fee is non refundable.
BHATKE ADVENTURE reserves the right to change, alter or cancel a trip due to any reason which might not be in the best interest of your safety, like dangerous water levels, landslides, extreme weather conditions, airline / rail dispute , due to any unforeseen circumstances, etc.
Any changes in tour schedule due to political, social & climatic reasons may lead to change in dates and costs.
Trekker should have carry a valid ID proof & should also follow covid - 19 regulations like wear a mask, carry sanitizer, etc.
The trek takes place through eco-friendly zone, so we should respect & enjoy the beauty of the respective region. Do not litter the local sites or campsites. Consumption of Alcohol/Drugs /Smoking / Any other intoxicant during the trek is strictly prohibited. Any kind of Misbehaving activity with participants or local aspects is also offensive.
Do not wear tight-fitted clothes as they might hinder with your movement during the trek.
Do not carry valuables things like Jewellery or expensive electronics, etc.
Company Is Not Responsible For Compensating Any Loss , Any Damage or Additional Cost Incurred By that such things while Taking The Tour.
Air / Rail Reservations are fully computerized & we do not have any control over their’s right to regulation in terms of cancellation / refund / seat allocation.
Trekker should have follow all the instruction led by the The Trek Leader.
Should there be any doubt or ambiguity, kindly clear the same before making your decision of buying the package / tour. We sincerely work for your merriment, and request you to take time for reading all the details minutely, to avoid disappointment at later stage.