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Trek Duration
5 Days
Trek Distance
69 Km.
Difficulty Level
Easy-Moderate
Altitude
12,008 Ft.
Best Season
Apr-June & Oct
Trek Fees
₹ 11500 ₹9500
Bageshwar to Bageshwar
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- Transportation available at ₹ 2400/person from Kathgodam to Kathgodam
- Back Pack offloading ₹ 1500/person
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INCLUSIONS
- Transportation from Bageshwar to Bageshwar
- Meals - (Veg Only- Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks and Dinner)
- Equipment: Tents(Triple/Double Sharing), Sleeping Bags, Sleeping Matts
- Accommodation in Hotel/Guest House and Tents
- Experienced Trek Leader, Professional Guides and a very supportive staff
- Forest permits
- Medical Amenities – First Aid Kits, Oxymeters, oxygen cylinders.
- Sanitised and Hygienic Camp sites and Hotels
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- Anything not mentioned in inclusion list
- Meals during Transportation
- Any kind of personal Expenses
- Unscheduled or extended stay due to road blocks, Landslides
- Porter/mule charges (Personal), Back pack offloading Charges
- Cost of Evacuation in case of emergency
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Pindari Glacier Trek Overview & Itinerary
Pindari Glacier Trek is one of the best treks in Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. It is the source of River Pindar which is a major tributary of the Alakananda river and meets Alakananda at Karnaprayag.
The Pindari kafni glacier trek is along streams and rivers, with view of the Himalayan peaks like Panwali Dwar, Maiktoli, Nanda Kot, Nanda Khat, Mt. Baljouri and many more. Though it is a long trek but is easy and offers a lot to both beginners and experienced trekkers
What is special about Pindari Glacier trekking?
- Easy to Moderate grade trek
- Ideal for beginners as well as experienced trekkers
- Mesmerizing Landscapes with view of Himalayan Peaks
- Gushing Rivers and streams along the way
- Explore the remote villages of Kumaon
- Artistic and picturesque landscapes
- Snow capped peaks of the Nanda Devi Sanctuary like Nanda Khat, Nanda kot, Nand Baner, Laspadhura, Baljouri
PINDARI GLACIER TREK ITINERARY
- Pick up from Dehradun Railway Station at 7:00 AM. Dehradun is well connected with Delhi through railway and road route. Overnight Buses and Trains are available.
- A 196 km drive to Sankri Via Mussorie, Kempty Falls, Netwar & Purola.
- Arrival at Sankri village by evening.
- Quick introduction and briefing about the trek.
- Check in Guest house/Hotel. Dinner and rest at the guesthouse/hotel.
- Trek to Juda Ka Talab campsite after breakfast.
- The trail is of easy to moderate ascend passing through dense forests of Oak & Rhododendron. Arrival at Juda Ka Talab campsite followed by lunch and rest in the camps.
- The Tal remains frozen during the winter season and a great sight to watch.
- Evening refreshments, Group Activities and dinner at the campsite.
- Overnight stay in the camps.
- Trek to Kedarkantha Base Camp from Juda Ka Talab after breakfast.
- Arrival at base camp around lunch.
- An evening acclimatization walk followed by evening refreshments.
- Early dinner and rest in the camps.
- Early morning Trek to Kedarkantha Peak at 4 AM after light breakfast.
- Steep and moderate climb of 3.5 km with level walks in between.
- Carry at least 1-2 litres of water individually as the trail is deprived of water points.
- Packed lunch at the summit point of the trek.
- Descend back to Hargaon Base camp from the peak.
- Refreshments and evening snacks after arriving at base camp.
- Dinner and rest in Camps.
- Descend down to Sankri Village from Hargaon camp after breakfast at Hargaon camp
- Arrival by 1:00 PM.
- Leave for Dehradun.
- Arrival in Dehradun by 10:00 PM.
- Kindly plan your onward journey accordingly
- Report at Bageshwar at 12:00 PM
- Leave for kahrkia at 1:00 PM
- Trek to Khati 4 Kms
- Stay in guest house
- Dinner followed by rest
- Today we will walk with a heavy breakfast as it is going to be a long day trek
- Many water points and stream on this day
- You will witness both Pindari Glacier Trek and kafni valley today
- Stay at Dwali
- Dinner followed by Rest
- Leave Dwali after Breakfast
- Trek to Phurkiya
- Acclimitization walk in evening
- Dinner and Rest
- Today we leave early at 5 to reach zero point on time
- Zero point is the last point from where we can see the complete Pindari Glacier Trek
- Return and stay at Phurkiya
- Today you will see Nandakhat and Baljouri Peaks
- Dinner and Stay at Phurkiya
- Early Breakfast
- Descend down to Khati village
- Stay at Khati village
- Trek down and Drive to Bageshwar.
- Arrival by evening
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Trek Essentials
TSS Jumbo Bag
- Backpack/Ruck Sack (at least 55 Litres) and a small day bag ( upto 15 litres) for summit day
- Poncho/Raincoat and Rain Cover for Ruck Sack
- 2 Quick Dry T-shirts (preferably Full Sleeves) and Track Pants
- Warm Jacket preferably a down jacket or an equivalent heavy jacket to protect from cold at night
- Comfortable Shoes with a good grip and ankle support. We recommend Quechua Forclaz 100 or similar shoe
- A pair of fleece jacket or fleece upper
- Good Thermals for insulation at night
- Lip Balm and Cold Cream
- Sun Cap or Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Dark Sunglasses. People who wear spectacle may use photochromatic lenses in their spects
- 2 pair of warm socks and at least 2 pair of normal cotton socks
- 1 Pair of slippers/Sandals
- Woolen Cap and Gloves for night
- Toiletries – Tooth brush, Tooth paste, Liquid soap, Hand Sanitizers, Slippers, Light Towel, Toilet Roll (Avoid wet tissues as they are not eco friendly)
- Torch or Headlamp with extra pair of batteries
- Personal Medical Kit: Crocin-Fever, Avomine-Motion Sickness, Avil 25mg – Allergies, Combiflam, Disprin-headache, Norflox TZ & Lomofen-diarrhea, digene-acidity, omez/rantadine antacid, crepe bandages, band aids, ORS, betadiene or antiseptic cream, moov spray/volini, cotton, gauze.
- Water bottle 1 L or Hydration bag 2 L
- Other personal accessories – Camera, Tripod, mobile charger, power banks(as there will be no electricity during the trek)
Note:
- Being a high altitude trek, this trek is suitable for climbers with good physical condition and stamina.
- This is a tentative itinerary which may change as per weather conditions
- We expect you to carry your rucksacks, in case if you want them to be carried by mules back pack offloading charge up to Rs. 300/bag/day is applicable
- In case of any natural calamity the company will not be able to refund the trip charges, for more details check our cancellation policy
FAQ's of Pindari Glacier Trek
Kedarkantha Trek comes under easy to moderate category. It is best done in winters from Mid November to Mid April. The main difficulty of the trek is the cold temperature as it is done in peak winters. The temperature drops to -10 degrees on few days making the nights very cold. One should prepare accordingly if planning for this trek.
Kedarkantha Trek cost varies from Rs. 6000 to Rs. 11000 depending on the group size and the time of the year you are planning to do it. Being a very popular trek there are many companies which sell this trek online but only few companies are service providers.
Kedarkantha trek is around 20 kms from Sankri to Sankri. It is one of the most popular winter treks in India.
Yes a beginner can do Kedarkantha trek. If you are a beginner and planning this trek you should have three things in mind.
- Physical fitness : You don’t have to be a fitness freak to do a trek it is just that basic fitness should be maintained. You should not be obese and should not have any medical ailments.
- Mental fitness : You should come with an open mindset and be ready for the harsh conditions winters have to offer.
- Gear : Being a winter trek good gear is extremely essential.
Kedarkantha is mainly done from mid November to mid April. Talking about the best month among these is a difficult option because each month has something to offer. It depends on what you are looking for. In December and January the number of trekkers is much higher on the trail because of the available holidays. In February and march the trails have lesser number of people making it wonderful for people seeking peace away from the crowd.
If you are planning Kedarkantha Trek mobile phones will only be used to click pictures. There is no network available during the trek. Jio networks maybe available in Sankri.
It is totally worth as it is one of the few winter treks where the trails are snow laden through out winters. It’s a small trek when it comes to distance but offers remarkable views. It will give you a feeling of climbing a Himalayan mountain.
Yes, it is absolutely safe in December. In fact, most number of trekkers visit in December because of the available Vacations. It is a safe trek and can be done throughout the year except monsoons.
You can keep extra luggage in the base village for any particular trek. There are no cloak room charges applicable. Its free of cost
If you are going on a trek don’t expect mobile signals. There are few spots on the trails of few treks where you might find a single tower or something but it always depends if that is enough to make a call or not.
As there are no permanent toilets on the trek, we carry toilet tents which are dry toilets so you need to carry wet tissues/tissue wipes with you.
Yes, TSS team can organize private batches for individual groups, but the cost of the trek may vary according to the number of members in your group. You can talk to our trek coordinator via whatsapp/call to get the customized group rates.
It’s a strict no. If you fall sick during the trek due to alcohol consumption TheSearchingSouls has the right to cancel your trek and send you back to base village. No expenses shall be refunded in that case and you will have to pay additional for stay at base village.
Start running/walking at least 3-4 Kms everyday. Start running or walking at least 3-4 Kms everyday. This will help your body get used to walking, which makes your trekking experience smoother and more comfortable.
If it’s a snow trek, good trekking shoes are mandatory. If you buy new shoes, do walk for a few days so that it fits you well and doesn’t leave you with blisters while you trek. If it is a summer or a post monsoon trek, shoes with good grip and ankle support will do.
We provide 3 Veg meals and evening Snacks. There will be no non veg served during the trek. Eggs may or may not be served depending on the trek.
We will provide sleeping bags, inner liners, sleeping mats, tents. You just need to carry your personal gear. List of personal Gear is available on our website under the ‘Trek Essentials’ section .
Himalayan Treks & Expeditions prides itself on being prepared for any emergency situation. Our guides are trained in first aid and can deal with most of the basic ailments that occur during a trek. Every camp site has basic first aid and oxygen cylinders But if a serious emergency occurs, we will evacuate you to the base village and nearest hospital but the expenses of that have to be borne by the individual.
Trek Essentials
Basic Trek Essentials
- Rucksack (60-70 ltr with cover)
- Down Jacket
- Fleece
- Gloves (Woollen and Waterproof)
- Poncho or a Rain Coat
- Trekking Pole
- Head Torch
- Trek Shoes - Men or Women
- Trek Pant – 2 Nos. Preferred
- Day Pack ( 20-30 litres)
Clothes :
- A pair of Thermals
- Warm Socks ( 1 pair) and cotton socks ( 3-4 pair)
- Woollen Cap
- Sun Cap
- Gloves ( Woollen and waterproof)
- Extra Layering of Warm Clothing as per necessity
- Extra lowers for Nights
- Utensils : Plates, Spoon and Coffee Mug
- Photo ID proof
- Balaclava
Personal Utilities :
- Sun Glasses ( UV Protected )
- Hand Towel
- Sun Screen Lotion (Min SPF- 30 min)
- Moisturiser
- Lunch box, Coffee mug and spoon
- Water bottle or Hydration Bag
- Sandals
- Basic First Aid
- Energy Bars
- Power Banks
Toiletries :
- Toilet paper rolls
- Towels
- Wet wipes (unscented)
- Zip Lock Bags
- Sanitizing Toilet Spray
- Soap and Handwash (pocket sized)
- Tooth Paste and Tooth Brush
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Explore the Stunning Pindari Glacier Trek with the Searching Souls
The Pindari Glacier Trek is a Zero point trek that offers a diverse range of terrain, including level walks through beautiful rhododendron forests, mountain ridges, spider-walls, and stream crossings. The highlight of the trek is the breathtaking Pindari Glacier Trek located at 12,300 feet is a not only a sight to behold but is suitable for families with children, making it a favorite among trekkers.
Pindari Glacier Trek History
The Pindari and Milam Valley have a rich history of ancient trade routes connecting them to Tibet for many centuries. In 1830, GW Traill, the first Deputy Commissioner of Kumaon, explored a shorter route to Martoli in Milam Valley from Pindari Glacier, which involved crossing Traill’s Pass, a col at 17,700 feet, through the Pindari ice-fall. Pindari Glacier Trek
This sparked a series of explorations by various individuals and teams, including Schlagintweits (1850), Ruttledge (1926), the Japanese Mt. Nanda Kot Expedition team (1936), Osmaston and surveyors (1938), Arnold Heim (1937), and S.S Khera (1941). Although Pindari Glacier Trek is not the largest or longest glacier in the Himalayas, its approach to the huge ice-fall section is rarely as easy to navigate as it is here.
How to reach the base camp of Pindari glacier trek- Khati Village?
By Bus: There are regular bus services available from major cities in Uttarakhand like Nainital, Almora, and Ranikhet to the town of Bageshwar. From Bageshwar, you can take a local bus or taxi to reach Khati village. The distance between Bageshwar and Khati is around 40 km, and it takes approximately 3 to 4 hours to reach Khati from Bageshwar.
By Train: The nearest railway station to Khati is Kathgodam Railway Station, located around 200 km away. From there, you can take a train to Haldwani, which is the nearest major town to Khati. From Haldwani, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Khati village.
By Road: Khati is well connected by road to major cities in Uttarakhand. Buses and taxis are available from cities like Delhi, Dehradun, Haridwar, and Kathgodam. The nearest major town to Khati is Almora, which is around 60 km away. From Almora, you can hire a taxi or take a local bus to reach Khati.
Pindari Glacier Trek Map
Safety with TSS
The Searching Souls has always taken Safety as the utmost Priority in their Treks. We Have a “Zero Negligence” approach toward Safety. As a result, we have taken the Following Steps.
Medical Tents: TSS is the Only Company in the Country that Pitches dedicated Medical Tents to The Slopes at all their Campsites. The Medical Tents consist of a Stretcher, Oxygen Cylinder, First Aid Kits, Oxymeters, and a few other facilities depending on the Slope and the nature of Kedarkanta trek.
Qualified Trek leaders: All Our Trek Leaders are Qualified From the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering and have thorough knowledge and experience of the Mountains.
Emergency Planning: Team TSS always plans a step ahead in the Mountains as we believe anything at any time can happen in the Mountains, All Our trek leaders, Camp managers, and Cooks are aware of what should be the Course of Action in case of Medical emergency and Natural Calamities in the Kedarkantha trekking package.
TSS Support Team: Safety in the Mountains begins at Home, Proper Planning and preparation are Key in any Mountain Trek. TSS Support Team is always available and will help you prepare better for the Trek through their Expert Knowledge and Guidance.
TSS Jumbo Bags: For executive travellers seeking adventure, trekking is a popular way to explore unfamiliar terrain and find inner peace. However, selecting the right equipment can be crucial to ensure safety and comfort during the journey. TSS recognizes this and offers a solution with their MY JUMBO BAG – BUDDY, which includes all necessary gear for a high-altitude trek at an affordable price. The company also emphasizes the importance of quality equipment in ensuring a successful and memorable trek, while cautioning against overpriced or unnecessary items. With TSS, travellers can confidently embark on their trek, knowing they have a reliable companion in their trek bag.
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Why Experience the wilderness of Kedarkantha trek with The Searching Souls?
Expertise: The Searching Souls is a team of experienced trek leaders who are passionate about sharing their love for the outdoors with others. They have extensive knowledge of Kedarkantha and the surrounding areas, ensuring that you have a safe and enjoyable experience.
Personalized attention: The Searching Souls focuses on small group sizes, allowing them to provide personalized attention to each trekker. They take the time to understand your individual needs and interests and customize the trek to ensure that you have the best experience possible.
Safety: Safety is a top priority for The Searching Souls. They provide all necessary safety equipment, including first aid kits and emergency communication devices, and their trek leaders are trained in wilderness first aid.
Responsible tourism: The Searching Souls is committed to responsible tourism practices. They follow Leave No Trace principles, minimizing their impact on the environment, and also support local communities by using local guides and porters.
Memorable experience: The Kedarkantha trek with The Searching Souls is not just a trek, but an experience. From the stunning views to the warmth of the local hospitality, the trek is sure to leave you with memories that will last a lifetime.
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