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FROM USD 1210 PP
11 Days / 10 Nights
Har Ki Dun Trek
Har-ki-Dun, situated at an elevation of 3566 meters is surrounded by glittering peaks and dense forests. The forests are rich in herbs for medicinal purpose, wild life with abundance of flora and fauna and are a veritable paradise for bird-watchers and nature lovers. This is an excellent trek for all ages, individuals, small families & groups. It is a base of Swargarohini mountain (21000 ft) supposed to be a way to heaven as per Hindu mythology. Hindu epic of Mahabharata narrates that Pandava brothers went to Swarga (Heaven) through this mountain. This is a place where you can find Trees of Bhojpatra (silver birch) holy flower Bramhakamal (divine lotus). Swargarohini and Jaundar Glacier is at south-east of Har-ki-dun. Towards west you can see Bandar Punch mountain (monkey tail). Duryodhan the villain from the epic of Mahabharta is worshipped as a God her by a minority community &
Area: Garhwal Himalayas
Duration: 11 Days.
Altitude: 3566 mts/11697 ft
Grade: Easy -Moderate
Operational Period:15 Apr-30 June; Sep-Oct
Upon arrival at Delhi airport met our representative and then transfer to pre booked hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
In the morning take an AC Train for Dehradun at 06:55 hrs. Arrival at Dehradun by noon. Upon arrival at Dehradun met our representative and then transfer to Mussoorie and check in to hotel for overnight stay. Mussoorie, with its green hills and varied flora & fauna, is a fascinating hill station. Commanding snow ranges to the north-east, and glittering views of the Doon Valley & Shivalik ranges in the south, the town presents a fairyland atmosphere to the tourists. Its history dates back to 1827 when Captain Young, an adventurous military officer, explored the present site and laid the foundation of this holiday resort which now has few rivals.
(166 kms/ 5-6 hrs) This day hit the road and drives to Sankri via Kempty falls, Purola and Mori. This is the starting point of our trek. Overnight in tourist rest house/tent.
(1900m/6232ft)14kms/4-5hrs From Sankri the road is well made and passes through dense forest with gorgeous views down the valley, of local settlements and river Rupin. Taluka, a small hamlet nestled in the laps of nature is located at the 1900 Mts. Taluka has guest houses and a few shack shops providing daily provisions to the local inhabitants. Overnight in tourist rest house/tent.
The trail from Taluka village initially descends and then continues gradually on the true left of the valley adjoining the river Rupin. Later the trail winds up the beautiful forest of Chestnut, Walnut and Willows and continues to the village of Gangar. Here cross the side stream and continue to climb to see settlement of picturesque Osla village at distant on the true right of the valley. Continue trek to Seema the campsite just opposite to the village of Osla separated by the swift river. Seema is a small tourist hub with shops of limited supplies, a forest rest house and tourist Bungalow. Overnight in tourist rest house/tent.
(3566 m / 11700 ft) (12 kms/6-7 hrs) The trail from Seema initially continues on the true left of the valley, goes past fields followed by crossing a hanging bridge over river Rupin, to the true right of the valley. The trail now ascends, go past through fields and pastures with huts. The trail climbs to the ridge locally named as Kalkatti Dhar, from where the trail traverses to give you awesome view of Har Ki Dun. From here initially the trail climbs gradually and later gets steep in times go past through beautiful meadows to the campsite at Har Ki Dun. The campsite is by the small stream, with peaks of Har Ki Dun and Swargarohini towering above. Overnight in the tents go past through beautiful meadows to the campsite at Har Ki Dun. The campsite is by the small stream, with peaks of Har Ki Dun and Swargarohini towering above. Overnight in the tents.
The day is for relaxation and exploration. Having a morning at ease you can explore Morinda lake in the first half of the day. After lunch exploration towards Jaundhar Glacier is adorable. Overnight in the tents.
The return trek to the village of Osla is an easy walk which gives a lot of opportunity to admire the beauty of the valley. The trek to Osla will take around 3-4 hrs. Overnight in tourist rest house/ tent.
(13 kms/3-4 hrs) The walk towards Taluka village is equally easy as the previous day. The beauty down the valley is really immaculate and worth it. Overnight in rest house/ hotel.
(13 kms/3-4 hrs) Sankri -Dehradun (215 Kms, 7-8 hrs) The trek for the day is relaxing and fun walk through the forest and on well made road. On arriving Sankri we bid farewell to ponies/ porters. Board the vehicle and start driving onwards Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand and have places of tourism aspect. On check into the hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
In the morning catch an AC train for Delhi at 05:10 hrs. Arrival at Delhi by 11:15 hrs. On arrival meet our representative and then transfer to airport and from here catch your onward destination flight.