KEDARTAL TREK

From ₹14,500.00

Trip Type

Summer treks
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Group Size

20 Pax
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Trip Duration

6 Day(s) 5 Night(s)

Trip code WT-CODE 274

Kedartal trek starts from Gangotri, the source of the Ganges and one of the char dhams of Uttarakhand. Kedartal- Lord Shiva’s lake, is situated in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarkhand at an altitude of 4900metres. It is the source of Kedar Ganga river, that is flowing beside the trail to Kedartal. The trek is a beautiful journey from Gangotri Dham,rocky trail beside the river, through the pine forest and high altitude meadows with the view of majestic Himalayan peaks such as Mt Thalaysagar, Mt Bhrigupanth, Manda Parvat, Mt Jogin, Mt Gangotri. These peaks can be seen very close and rising from the base to top. The reflection of these peaks can also be seen in the Kedartal.

It is moderate to difficult level trek with rocky terrain and steep climb. Sometimes you have to climb the spider wall in the trails. As you climb higher the temperature gets colder and the view gets better and better.

Day 1:- Haridwar to Dharali/Gangotri

The Travellers will be picked up from Haridwar.
Travel from Haridwar to Dharali/Gangotri, Dharali is 20kms before Gangotri; Gangotri is the base for Kedartal trek.
Reach dharali/Gangotri in the evening; Stay in the hotel/home-stay.
Dinner followed by rest.

Day 2:- Trek from Gangotri to Bhojharak (6 km trek)

Wake up early in the morning and freshen up for the day ahead.
After breakfast we will head towards Gangotri, It is one hour drive from Dharali to Gangotri.
The trek starts from Gangotri to Bhojkharak
The trails are rocky and steep going through the forest.
It takes 5-6 hours to reach Bhojkharak walking at a constant pace.
Reach Bhojkhark Campsite for the Lunch.
After lunch rest or explore around the campsite.
Acclimatisation walk in the evening and evening snacks will be ready on return.
Dinner followed by rest.

Day 3:- Bhojkharak to kedarkharak (4 km trek)

Wake up early in the morning and freshen up for the day ahead.
After breakfast the trek starts to the next campsite Kedarkharak.
The trek is easier than earlier day with uniform ascents and descends.
It will take 4-5 hours to reach the campsite.
Reach the campsite for lunch.
After lunch rest or explore around the campsite.
Acclimatisation walk in the evening and evening snacks will be ready on return.
Dinner followed by rest.

Day 4:- Kedarkharak to Kedartal and back to Kedarkharak (8km trek)

Wake up early in the morning and freshen up for the day ahead.
The most excited day comes when we attempt summit to kedartal.
After breakfast the trek starts and we head towards kedartal.
After 4-5 hours of strenuous effort we reach the emerald lake and the reflection Thalay sagar peak in the lake.
Enjoy the beauty of the lake and its surroundings for some time then we will head towards kedarkharak campsite.
Rest in the camps

Day 5:-Kedarkharak to Gangotri (10 km trek)

Wake up early in the morning and freshen up for the day ahead.
After breakfast we will trek back to Gangotri.
As the trek is mostly descending it will be easier and take less time.
Reach Gangotri and 1 hour drive to Dharali for our night stay.
Dinner followed by rest

Day 6:- Dharali to Haridwar

Wake up early in the morning and freshen up for the day ahead.
After breakfast travel to Haridwar.
Reach Dehradun by evening; from there you can plan your journey further.

Gangotri to Gangotri
Trek Cost: Food(Veg Only- Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks and Dinner), Tents(Triple Sharing), Sleeping Bags, Sleeping Matts
Snow Grips/Micro Crampons for Kedarkantha trekking in winter (if necessary)
Accommodation in Hotel/Guest House on Day 1 & 5
Experienced Trek Leader, Professional Guides and a very supportive staff
Forest permits
Medical Amenities – First Aid Kits, Oxymeters, oxygen cylinders.