Level
Moderate
Age
20+
Accommodation
Camping, Tent
Duration
6 Day 5 Night
Price
INR 10000 PER PERSON
KEDARKANTHA TREK (3850M)
- Garhwal, Uttarakhand,
- 06 Days
- Round the year except July and August
- Easy
- 14,100 ft.
- 37 KMS
About Valley of Flowers :
Valley of Flowers National Park is an Indian national park, located in West Himalaya, in the state of Uttarakhand and is known for its meadows of alpine flowers and the variety of flora. This richly diverse area is also home to rare and endangered animals, including the Asiatic black bear, snow leopard, musk deer, brown bear, red fox, and blue sheep. Birds found in the park include Himalayan Monal pheasant and other high altitude birds. At 3352 to 3658 meters above sea level, the gentle landscape of the Valley of Flowers National Park complements the rugged mountain wilderness of Nanda Devi National Park to the east. Together, they encompass a unique transition zone between the mountain ranges of the Zanskar and Great Himalaya.
The trek also leads to famous Sikh Shrine – Shri Hemkund Sahib. The shrine is situated on the bank of a a beautiful lake. The pilgrims take a holy dip in lake and offer prayer at gurudwara. The Prasad and tea served in Gurdwara gives divine blessing to anyone receiving Prasad. The shrine is surrounded by few very rare Himalayan flora like Brhamakamal.
Short Itinerary
Day 1: Haridwar to Govindghat.
Day 2: Trek from Govindghat/Pandukeshwar to Ghangharia.
Day 3: Ghangaria to Valley of Flower and back to Ghangaria.
Day 4: Ghangaria to Hemkund Sahib and back to Ghangaria.
Day 5: Ghangaria to Govindghat/pandukeshwar.
Day 6: Govindghat/pandukeshwar to haridwar.
Note: On Day 6, you’ll reach Haridwar between 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm. You can book your travel any time after 8:00 pm.
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 01: HARIDWAR TO JOSHIMATH OR GOVINDGHAT (6,151 FT)(DRIVE/287 KM) (8-9 HOURS)
- Drive to Joshimath/Govindghat via Devprayag. On the way visit Devprayag where Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers meet. The confluence makes it The Holy Ganges.
- Arrival at Joshimath by evening, Joshimath: The religious center, established by Adi Shankaracharya, which he called Jyotirmath, later came to be known as Joshimath.
- Near by temples one can visit are Nav Durga and Narsingh
DAY 02: GOVINDGHAT TO GHANGARIA (10,000 FT) (9 KM TREK) (3 TO 4 HOURS)
- After an early breakfast we prepare to start the trek.
- From Govindghat there is a gradual ascent along a well maintained pilgrim trail to Ghangaria.
- Upon arrival at Ghangaria check into Camp. Explore The surroundings in the evening.
DAY 03: GHANGARIA TO VALLEY OF FLOWERS & BACK TO GHANGARIA (11,320 TO 12,820 FT.) ( 8 KM TREK 4-5 HOURS)
- Trek from Ghangaria to the Valley of Flowers
- Mesmeric Valley of Flowers starts. Delight in the sight of green carpets being adorned by a myriad of exotic flowers and flora. Arriving at the valley, gaze through its enchanting beauty and romance the various colors of the nature
- Spend amazing moments discovering the bright and appealing flowers in the valley Back to Ghangria for overnight stay.
DAY 04: GHANGARIA (8,050 FT) – HEMKUND SAHIB GURUDWARA & LAKE (11,320 FT ) (10 KM TREK 6 TO 7 HOURS)
- Rise early to take a 7 kms trek to Hemkund Sahib. Hemkund Sahib is the most venerated Sikh Shrines, and considered to be the World’s Highest Gurudwara at an altitude of 4,329 m.
- 6 km Hemkund Trek (Each Way), heads to Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara & Lake
- Start trekking back to Ghangria, Campsite and an overnight stay. ad Ghangria.
DAY 05: TREK FROM GHANGRIA (9,600 FT) TO GOVIND GHAT (6,300 FT
- Trek from Ghangaria (9,600 ft) to Govind Ghat (6,300 ft).
DAY 06: DEPART FROM JOSHIMATH TO HARIDWAR
- Depart from Joshimath. You will reach Haridwar between 6.00 pm and 7.00 pm.
- The awesome tour ends here.
PACKAGE COST INCLUDES - VOF :-
- Transport from Haridwar to Haridwar – Tempo Travellers or Bolero Taxi
- Forest Permit and entrance fee
- Accommodation in Hotel Twin/three/four Sharing – Joshimath or
- Breakfast, Lunch, Day Pack, Evening Snacks, and Dinner
- Radio Walkie Talkie for Communication
- Good Experience Local Guide- Trek Leader
- Medical Kit
- Oxygen Cylinders
PACKAGE COST EXCLUDES :-
- Personal Insurance
- Personal toiletry Items
- Personal use medical kit
- On the first day en route to base camp the breakfast and lunch are not included
- last day en route lunch and dinner are not included
- If due to some reason the road gets closed while going from Rishikesh to Josmath, then all the expenses of the stay or food on the way will be borne by Trekkers.
- Offloading Costs per bag per one way 800.00 Pulna to Ghangaria and same Last day (both way Total Rs. 1500.00)
- If you are a foreigner, the permit costs per person per day 300 you have to pay extra
Note – We serve three meals a day including snacks and soup. A variety of delectable and healthy food is provided which includes; Indian, Chinese, and other Western meals.
(Veg or egg They are nutritious and keeps you fit and healthy on the trek.
Note: Similar Hotel will provide as per availability. One, two or three hotels will be providing as per availability.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- It is good to make your booking two months prior in advance. In the event of cancellation of any trek/adventure activity due to any reasons, it is compulsory to notify us in writing. Cancellation charges will only be effective from the date we receive your request in writing.
- If the trek is canceled by us due to any reason (heavy snowfall, rainfall, natural disaster ) then the refund would not be initiated but you can go on the same trek another year.
THE CANCELLATION CHARGES ARE AS FOLLOWS
(Bank charges deducted are not Refundable)
Up to 30 Days – 90% cost is Refundable Between 21 to 30 Days –
50% cost is Refundable Less than 20 Days – No Refund
(Refund is initiated in 7-8 business days)
CANCELLATION POLICY
The package price will be deducted as per the following conditions strictly. No refund will be entertained without receiving a cancellation request effective from the date of receipt of letter.
Notice of less than 30 days: Half fee refund
Notice of less than 15 days: No refund.
No refund will be given to people who are unable to complete the trek or abandon it due to any reasons.
PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING FOR VALLEY OF FLOWERS -TREK
- Backpack of 50 -60 ltrs
- Sturdy hiking boots: preferably all leather upper as it provides better ankle If you do not own a pair yet, it is advisable that you buy one as soon as possible & wear it often so that they are well broken. This will help prevent blisters.
- Lightweight tennis shoes/sandals: for wearing in camp/Hotel
- Nylon socks: 3- Pairs, of the type you wear daily to be worm under the wool socks to prevent blisters.
- Hiking shirt: 2 preferably long sleeve
- Hiking t-short- 02 – short sleeve
- Warm shirts & pants for camp: 2 each
- Rain coat/ Poncho 1 each Warm Jacket: 1
- Under wear: 2-3 changes Hiking shorts/ pants: 1
- Sun hat: Cotton or Sun Glasses: Preferably with an anchor
- Sun Protection Lotion: optional Lip balm/chap stick: optional
- Water bottle: 2 Bottles of 1 Liter capacity (Pepsi bottles work well) please insure that they do not leak.
- Head lamp / flashlight: Preferably a headlamp as it leaves your hands free to work please bring extra batteries.
- Toilet articles: Tooth brush, tooth paste, etc+ and personal medical kit small one
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT FOR THE TREK
- Please bring your personal clothing & good strong pair of walking boots.
MEDICAL FACILITIES
Facilities for proper medical aid are available at every campsite throughout the trek. However, those on special medication or with known drug allergies should bring their own necessary medications.
SAFETY
Extensive and painstaking preparations have gone into the planning of trek routes keeping safety in mind. Our experienced camp leaders have been constantly visiting the area to check all the details. Stringent safety standards are adhered to strictly, and only quality equipment is used.
SAFETY TRAINING
A regular step we take to manage safety is to provide the trip leaders annual trainings camps so as to be updates with the new safety techniques. In addition all participants are briefed regularly to ensure that they play their part in protecting themselves and others. The trip leaders are provided training to ensure that they must follow the best practices, and observe key rules to keep safe and healthy.
CANCELLATION POLICY
The package price will be deducted as per the following conditions strictly. No refund will be entertained without receiving a cancellation request effective from the date of receipt of letter.
Notice of less than 30 days: Half fee refund
Notice of less than 15 days: No refund.
No refund will be given to people who are unable to complete the trek or abandon it due to any reasons.
NOTE:- You are expected to carry your personal luggage at your own, if you don’t want to carry your backpack, in that case so you can avail services of a porter on payment basis (Rs. 500/- extra per day per bag). You need to inform us well in advance for availing porter service.