Trekking in Har ki Doon

Region

: Uttarkashi District, Uttarakhand

Duration

: 7 Days

Level

: Moderate

Trekking distance

: 48 Kms

Max Altitude

: 3558 Meters

Pickup Point

: Rishikesh/Dehradun

Drop Point

: Rishikesh/ Dehradun

Best Season

: Round of the Year except monsoon.

Har-Ki-Doon is one of the most gorgeous and sought after treks among Uttarakhand’s trekking destinations. Also known as the hanging valley, this beautiful valley is located at the base of Fateh Parvat, at an altitude of 3556 mts. The enchanting cradle shaped valley is rich in flora and fauna, surrounded by dense Pine forests. The trails are passes through some of the remotest villages of Uttarakhand where the civilization hasn’t been affected much by the outside world. This region is isolated and habitat for rare species of bird and wild animals. Har-Ki–Doon offers views of glittering mountain peaks such as Swargarohini and Jaundar Glacier in south-east while Banderpoonch in its west. This valley is at an altitude of approx 3500m and is a transition between Baspa Valley and Borasu Pass. The valley is covered with snow during October to March during monsoon season the vegetation of this valley is turned green and the trails are mesmerized by the Rhododendron flowers.

This place also has an importance in the Mythology. Legends say, Pandavas took this route on their ascent to heaven during Mahabharata. Swargarohini—the glittering snow-clad peak, dominant other peaks in this region bears a legacy of the mythical stairway to heaven.


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  • Day 01:- Dehradun to Sankri (187 Kms, 9Hrs)
    Arrive Dehradun in the morning and start to Sankri (our base camp for the trek). The drive is a long one and takes about 9-10 hours to reach Sankri.
  • Day 02:- Sankri to Pauni Garaat via Taluka (12 km drive+ 13 Kms trek)
    After breakfast we start our 12 km drive to Taluka then we start our trek to Puani Garaat the trail descends to the river valley of Supin and continues through a series of forests, while the river remains on your right and reach camp site by evening.
  • Day 03:- Pauni Garaat to Kalkattiyadhaar ( 7 Kms trek)
    After breakfast, we move to Kalkattiyadhaar. This trail might offer you wildlife sightings as well. Reach camp site by evening.
  • Day 04:- Kalkattiyadhar to Har Ki Doon (5 Kms trek)
    Today we'll reach our beautiful valley of Har Ki Dun through the trail crosses multiple streams, meadows, pine, rhododendron trees with a variety of Himalayan alpine flowers along its sides, especially blue poppy. Camping in Har ki Dun offer memorizing view of the Swargarohini peak.
  • Day 05:- Har Ki Doon to Pauni Garaat via Osla ( 11 Kms trek)
    Today start trekking early head back towards Kalkatiyadhaar and then to Osla. Rest at Osla for some time and move on to Puani Garaat. Overnight camp at Puani Garaat.
  • Day 06:- Pauni Garaat to Sankri via Taluka (13 Kms trek+12 km drive)
    We trek back to Taluka and then drive to Sankrii. Overnight stay.
  • Day 07:- Sankri to Dehradun
    We drive back from Sankri to Dehradun. Reach Dehradun by evening at around 7-8 pm.
  • Accommodation (Camping /Guest house/Home stay/Hotel).
  • All Meals during trek (Veg.)
  • Qualified & experienced trek Leader, Guide and Support staff.
  • Transportation during the trek program.
  • Trek equipments (tent, sleeping bag, matters etc).
  • Permits & entry fees.
  • First aid medical kit.
  • Any kind of personal expenses.
  • Insurance.
  • Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
  • Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Inclusion”.

Things to Carry
  • id-proof-icon
    Photo ID Proof
  • backpack-with-cover
    Rucksack/Backpack (40 to 50 Litre) & Rucksack cover (Waterproof)
  • daypack
    Daypack- one small day pack (15-20 L) with you during the walk.
  • trekking-shoe
    Trekking Shoe- A good quality rubber sole shoe.
  • t-shirt
    T-shirt Dry fit/Quick dry type
  • warm-jacket
    Warm Jacket-Warm Fleece Jacket/Synthetic fill
  • windproof-jacket
    Windproof Jacket/Wind Cheater
  • thermal-wear
    Thermal wear
  • trek-pants
    Trek pants
  • raincoat
    Raincoat/Poncho
  • woolen-cap
    Woolen cap
  • hat-bandana
    Hat/Bandanna
  • inner-wear
    Under garments/Inner wear
  • warm-socks
    Warm Socks
  • woolen-gloves
    Woolen gloves
  • woolen-gloves
    Waterproof gloves
  • trekking-sticks
    Walking Sticks/Trekking Poles
  • water-bottle
    Water bottle/Hydration pack
  • sunglasses
    Sunglasses -UV protected
  • torch
    Torch/Head Lamp with extra batteries
  • lotion
    Sunscreen lotion
  • sanitizer
    Sanitizer
  • tissue-paper
    Wet tissue paper
  • towel
    Small Towel
  • anti-fungal-powder
    Anti-Fungal Powder
  • camera
    Camera with extra cells
  • first-aid-kit
    Medications and a first-aid kit

Trekking, Tour and adventure actives in Himalayan region carry an inherent risk to life and goods. The natural calamities may cause injury and loss of life, which is beyond any control. Himalayas Adventure does its best to minimize all types of risks, discomfort and hazard to the best of their ability, yet there are chances of accidents, mishaps and deficiency in service.


Advisory:

  • Any delay from the customer’s side will lead to cancellation of trek/ tour/ adventure activities.
  • Trekking maybe cancelled due to some unavoidable circumstances i.e- weather condition, govt. notification, land sliding or any other natural calamity.
  • Himalayas Adventure reserves the right to discontinue, modify any trek, tour & adventure activities without assigning any reasons or without any prior intimation whatsoever.
  • Anybody found to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs medically or physically unfit (any serious ailment, weak heart conditions, epilepsy, asthma, expecting mothers etc.) unfit for any reasons in the wisdom of the trek leader/guide/instructor will not be allowed for trekking /tour/ adventure activities. Request for a refund or a discount in such situation will not be entertained. Decision of the trek lead/guide/management in this regard would be final.
  • Total decided package cost will not be affected if there is any reduction in the number of persons
  • Minimum required 50% of amount to get confirmed the trek/tour/adventure activities.

Cancellation Policy

  • If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 25% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
  • If cancellations are made 10-30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
  • If cancellations are made within 0-10 days before the start date of the trip, 75% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
  • In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled and in such cases, we will try our best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same.

Refund Policy

The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days or can be adjusted in other trek or adventure activities.