Kedarkantha
Duration : 5 Days
Altitude : 12500 ft
Best Season : Nov to Mar
Difficulty Level : Moderate
The Kedarkantha Trek is a beginner-friendly and popular winter trek in Uttarakhand, set in the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary. Starting from Sankri Village, this 20 km, 3-4 day journey offers snowy landscapes, dense forests, and stunning views from the 12,500-foot summit, including peaks like Mt. Swargarohini and Black Peak. Known for its midnight hikes and breathtaking sunrises, it’s ideal for both new and seasoned trekkers. Best from December to March, the trail is transformed by fresh snow. We provides comprehensive packages, making it perfect for families, seniors, and adventure seekers alike.
₹ Investment : On Demand
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 : Pickup From Dehradun and drive to Sankri
ankri is located at an altitude of 1,920 meters (6,400 feet). The 220 km drive from Dehradun to Sankri takes about 10 hours. Trekkers will be picked up at 6:30 AM from Hotel Garand, near Dehradun Railway Station, in vehicles like Bolero (6-7 seaters), Innova (7 seaters), Tempo Travellers (12 seaters), or a bus. Arrival in Sankri is expected by 5:00 PM. Jio and BSNL networks are available. The night will be spent in a guest house or hotel.
Day 2 : Trek from Sankri to Juda-ka-Talab
Day 3 : Trekking from Juda-ka-Talab to Kedarkantha Base (Lohasu)
Today, we’ll trek from 9,100 feet to 11,250 feet. The 4 km trek takes about 2.5 hours, mostly along a ridge beneath beautiful oak trees. You’ll pass by pastures with shepherds’ log huts. Overnight stay will be in twin-sharing tents, offering stunning views of nature.
Day 4 : Early Morning Hike From Kedarkantha base to Kedarkantha peak; descend to Hargaon camp
We’ll wake up early for the summit push, trekking 6 km over 7 hours. If we reach the summit on time, you’ll witness a stunning sunrise. After a delicious lunch at the base camp, we’ll begin our descent to Hargaon. We’ll arrive at our next campsite in Hargaon by snack time. Night stay will be in twin-sharing tents.
Day 5 : Trek from Hargaon camp to Sankri and Dehradun
We’ll descend from Hargaon Camp (8,900 feet) to Sankri (6,400 feet), covering 6 km in about 4 hours through dense pine forests. After reaching Sankri, we’ll drive 220 km back to Dehradun, a journey of 8 to 10 hours, passing through stunning scenic landscapes along the way.
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.
