Nestled in the middle of a cradle-shaped vale below the Har Ki Dun peak, itis one of the most beautiful valleys in the Western Himalayas.
A delight for trekkers, both in summer and winter,this valley is accessible through Govind National Park known for its rich variety of flora and fauna. The trail through alpine meadows, moraine ridges, glacier basins, pine forests and ancient villages, gives you spectacular valley views and a chance to experience the wonderful slow-paced local lifestyle.
This is the only valley from where one can see Swargarohini I, II, III, Bandarpoonch and Blackpeak, all together. One can also see the Ruinsara peaks from here.
Since the trail isnt treaded upon too often, birds and animals thrive in this region. One can spot langoor families near Puani Garaat. Black bears, wild boars and Barasingha are few of the other animals you can spot if youre lucky. Golden eagles and massive Himalayan griffins also live here. The colourful Himalayan monal, the state bird of Uttarakhand, thrives in the forests here.
This is also one of the few treks where one can come across the local lifestyle in close proximity. The villages on the trail are ancient and seem like from a different civilization. Most of the residents here grow rajma, potato and rice for living. They also weave their own wool and make jackets and coats.
Trek Itinerary
- Day 1:Pick up from Dehradun at 6.00 am. Drive to Sankri (10-11 hrs)
- Day 2:Sankri to Puaani Garaat via Taluka
- Day 3:Puaani Garaat to Kalkatiyadhar
- Day 4:Kalkatiyadhar to Har Ki Dun
- Day 5:Rest day explore the Har Ki Dun campsite
- Day 6:Har Ki Dun to Puaani Garaat
- Day 7:Puani Garaat to Taluka and then drive to Sankri
- Day 8:Drive backfromSankri to Dehradun
Inclusions:
- Accommodation during the trek (camping)
- All meals - vegetarian
- Trekking permits and forest camping charges
- Trekking equipment (tents, sleeping bags, ice axes, ropes, etc.)
- Safety equipment (first aid, medical kit, oxygen cylinders, stretcher, etc.)
- Services of an expert trek leader (qualified in basic/advanced mountaineering courses)
- Services of an expert trek team (guides, cooks, helpers, porters/mules)
Exclusions:
- Transport to and from the base camp (Dehradun to Sankri and return to Dehradun)
- Food during transit to and from the base camp
- Backpack offloading charges - Rs. 1,554/-
- Stay at Dehradun on the last day
- Personal expenses of any kind
- Anything apart from the inclusions
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