KUARI PASS TREK
Duration : 6 Days
Altitude : 12140 ft
Best Season : Nov to Mar
Difficulty Level : Moderate
The Kuari Pass Trek, one of the oldest in Uttarakhand’s Garhwal region, is famously known as The Lord Curzon’s Trail after the 1905 visit of Lord Curzon, the then Viceroy of India. Located in the Chamoli district, this trek is a favorite among adventurers, offering breathtaking views of India’s 2nd and 3rd highest peaks, Mt. Nanda Devi and Mt. Kamet. The 6-day journey, rated easy to moderate, features a diverse landscape with sights of peaks like Mt. Neelkanth, Mt. Dronagiri, and Mt. Hathi Ghoda. The adventure begins in Rishikesh, leading to the base camp in Joshimath, and officially starts from Dhak village, passing through cliffside villages, lush forests, and open grasslands with snowy Himalayan backdrops.
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Cost depends upon your group size and customization
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Inclusions
- Transportation as per itinerary
- Vegetarian Food
- Sharing accomodation
- Gears: Micro Spikes and Gaiters in snow conditions
- Experienced and Qualified Guides
- Sanitised and Hygienic Camp sites and Hotels
Exclusions
- 5 % GST
- Anything not mentioned in inclusion list
- Meals during Transportation
- Any kind of personal Expenses
- Unscheduled or extended stay due to road blocks, Landslides, Heavy Snowfalls
- Mules or porter charges to carry private baggage
Itinerary
Day 1 : Dehradun to Pipalkoti/Joshimath | 252 km drive, 11-12 hours
Pick up from Rishikesh at 7:00 AM for a drive to Pipalkoti/Joshimath, passing through Devprayag, Srinagar, and Rudraprayag. Breakfast and lunch will be at roadside inns, paid individually. Upon arrival at Pipalkoti, accommodation will be in a guest house or hotel. Dinner will be served, followed by a quick introduction and briefing session with the trek leader and fellow travelers.
Day 2 : Pipalkoti/Joshimath to Gulling | Trek Distance: 7 km | Duration: 5-6 hours | Altitude gain: 6,150 ft to 9000 ft
After breakfast, leave for the Tugasi village roadhead and begin the trek to Guling campsite. Arrive at the campsite around lunchtime. In the evening, enjoy an acclimatization walk, followed by evening snacks and dinner at the campsite.
Day 3 : Gulling to Khulara camp site | Trek Distance: 6 km | Duration: 5-6 hours | Altitude gain: 9000 ft to 11800 ft
After breakfast at Guling campsite, trek to Khulara camp. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch and a short acclimatization walk. End the day with dinner and rest at the campsite.
Day 4 : Trek to Kuari Pass and descend to Tali Camp | Trek Distance: 11 km | Duration: 8-10 hours | Altitude gain: 11800 ft to 12500 ft
On summit day, leave early for Kuari Pass after breakfast. Return to Tali campsite by evening.
Day 5 : Descend to Tugasi/Dhak and Drive to Pipalkoti/Joshimath
After breakfast, begin the descent towards Pipalkoti. Drive to Pipalkoti and spend the night in a hotel.
Day 6 : Pipalkoti/Joshimath to Rishikesh | 252 km drive, 10-11 hours
After breakfast, depart for Rishikesh with an expected arrival time of 7:00 PM.
Things to carry
- 45-60 Ltr Bag Pack With Rain Cover & Comfortable Straps
- Hot & Cold Water Bottle Like Borosil & Milton
- Energy Bar, Dry Fruits & ORS
- Personal Medical Kit
- 2/3 Full Sleeves (Non-Cotton)
- 1 Full Fleece T-Shirt
- 1 Fleece Jacket (Woollen Or Sweater
- 1 Down Feather/Hollofil Jacket
- 1 Waterproof Jacket/Poncho
- 1 Pair Thermal Inners (Upper And Lower)
- 2 Trek Pants (Avoid Shorts & Denim Pants
- 1 Pair of Waterproof Gloves
- 1 Pair of Woollen Gloves
- Sun Cap, wollen cap, Cat 3 sunglasses
- wollen and cotton socks 3-4 pairs
- Pairs Of Sunglasses (U/V Protected)
- 1 Neck Gaiters (Buff)
- Tiffin Box
- 1 Waterproof & High Ankle Trekking Shoes
- 1 Pair Of Floaters
- Hand Sanitizer & Sunscreen Lotion
- Toothbrush And Toothpaste
- Toilet Paper And Wet Wipes
- Quick Dry Towel, Lip Balm & Antibacterial Powder
How to reach
- The closest airport to Rishikesh is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, about 20 kilometers away. Flights to Jolly Grant are available from major Indian cities, after which you can take a taxi or bus to reach Rishikesh.
- Rishikesh has a railway station, Yog Nagri Rishikesh Railway Station Junction, which is well-connected to various parts of India. Many trains from major cities stop at Rishikesh. You can check the train schedule and book your tickets in advance to reach Rishikesh by train.
- State-owned and private bus services operate regular routes to Rishikesh. You can check with local bus terminals or use online bus booking platforms to find schedules and book your tickets. The town has a well-connected bus terminal that caters to travelers arriving by bus.
