Kedarkantha trek

Region: Uttarakhand District: Uttarkashi Duration: 5 Days Difficulty Level: Easy - Moderate Highest Altitude: 3,810 m / 12,500 ft. Trekking Distance: 19 Kilometers Trek Temperature: In summer - Day time temperature: 8°C to 15°C and Night time temperature: 0°C to 7°C. In winter (December - January) - Day time temperature: -2°C to 5°C and Night time temperature: -12°C to -5°C The Kedarkantha trek is a popular hiking destination in the Indian Himalayas. The trek package typically includes accommodations, meals, and a guide. Prices vary depending on the length of the trek and the level of amenities provided. The base camp for the Kedarkantha trek is located at an altitude of approximately 11,250 feet, and the summit reaches a height of 12,500 feet. The trek offers stunning views of snow-capped peaks and is a great option for both experienced and novice hikers. Whether or not you have any experience, beginners are encouraged to take part in this beautiful excursion. On the path, you can expect unique campsites scattered among the mountains and different scenery throughout the year. As a culminating achievement, trekkers will have stunning 360° views of the Dhauladhar ranges and surrounding peaks like Swargarohini, Banderpooch, and Black Peak. Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit Kedarkantha for trekking is generally during the months of December, January and February. During this time of year, the snow-covered peak is perfect for trekkers and offers a stunningly beautiful...

About Kedarkantha Trek Kedarkantha Trek Trek is a classic winter trek, perfect for those who are in love with snow. This four days trek has its base camp is at Sankri Village, which takes 7-8 hours of travel from Dehradun. This wonderful trek offers a great experience to the trekkers with a trail though rich forests, snowy tracks, patches of green meadows and some beautiful scenic views all the way. Kedar Kantha Peak is located in Govind National Park of Western Garhwal, surrounded by a number of panoramic river valleys, snow-laden mountains, remotely located small villages with a rich flora-fauna. It is one of the easiest treks in Himalayas to experience the snow covers. Winters snow here sets in the middle of December and lasts till the middle of April. Snow will come across after crossing the height of 10,000 feet and the campsites of this trek boosts magnificent beauty. The drive from the base camp of this trek (Sankri Village) to Kedar Kantha is one of the most panoramic and picturesque drives in Himalayas which takes you through Mussoorie, Naugaon, Purola, Mori and Naitwar. The snow covered path and the patch of meadows will give you a perfect glance of the Himalayan Crown. Silent and soothing streams with peaceful lakes will treat your hard trekking tiredness, giving you a feeling of being in mother’s lap. If you know skiing, that’s even better. It will help you to get the glance of the heavenly landscape from a good height. Rich forests lamented with snow will give...

One of the most popular questions I get from trekkers is – How difficult is the Kedarkantha trek? I find this question very relevant as Kedarkantha is one of our most sought after treks. In this article, I’m going to give you an idea of Kedarkantha’s difficulty level and the amount of preparation you need for it. Kedarkantha – A Good Trek for Beginners Let’s start off with some good news – Kedarkantha is a really good trek for beginners. We see a lot of first-timers who choose this trek have a really adventurous summit climb and come back safe and happy. Anyone without prior experience can attempt the Kedarkantha trek in any of the seasons. However, I don’t want you to take this trek too lightly, as it is a high altitude summit climb after all. | Areas of Difficulty on Kedarkantha There are quite a few things that make Kedarkantha challenging, for which you need to be prepared. Our next point is the terrain. There aren’t many steep ascents on this trek. It’s mostly a gentle ascent all the way to the summit. But the summit push is the hardest part of the trail. Throughout the rest of the trek, however, there isn’t much that you need to worry about in terms of gradient or terrain. This is not the same all year round though. The trails are covered with lots of snow in winter, which is when it could become a little tricky. Of course, our technical team is going to be with you throughout. They clear out the entire trail if there is snow and make sure that you are walking on a s...

April:14,28,31 About the Activity: Positioned in the lovely Tons river valley, the Kedarkantha summit offers an engaging trekking experience. Your trail will mender through Govind National Park where you can soak up the rich flora and fauna of the region. With this activity of easy nature, you will be conquering 3850 m. Once on top, set your vision on Swargarohini, Banderpooch, Kalanag and Ranglana peaks. Even while making your way along, you will be accompanied with stunning sights of the Himalayan Range. If you are lucky, you may even get to spot some wildlife. The charms of theKedarkantha Peak Trekinclude getting a whiff of local life as you take the trail amidst Saud Village along with camping close to the Juda Lake where you will be surrounded by thickets of tall trees and mountain slopes. Also, get to visit a temple at the summit that houses shrines of lords Ganesh, Shiva and Parvati. On your way back, you can take a pit stop at the super popular hill station of Mussoorie. Altitude: 3850 m Temperature Range: Days are going to be sunny and warm while the night temperature at the highest campsite would be in the range of 0-10 °C. In the post monsoon season, the days are sunny with temperatures hovering around (12-20 °C). The evenings start getting cold with the onset of October and nights are comparatively colder (-2 to 8 °C). Itinerary • Day 1 - Dehradun - Sankri (Trek/200 km) (7 hours) Arrival at Sankri The exciting Kedarkantha Trekking begins today. Reach Dehradun a...

Kedarkantha Trek is an amazing 5 day trek located in the Govind Pashu Vihar National Park in Uttarakhand, India. It is one of the most popular winter treks and is known for its magnificent beauty. Perched atop an altitude of 12,500 ft, Kedarkantha Peak Trek offers stunning views of snow-capped mountains and lush green meadows. The name Kedarkantha is derived from two words Kedar + Kantha, literal meaning – ‘Throat of Lord Shiva’. The trek starts from a famous village called Sankri which is 200 km away from Dehradun. The trail passes through dense forests of pine and oak trees, with occasional glimpses of the majestic Himalayan peaks. As you ascend higher up the mountain, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of snow-covered peaks and meadows blanketed in white snow. Kedarkantha Trek is suitable for both beginners as well as experienced trekkers. It is considered to be a beginner friendly and easy trek and can be done by anyone who has basic fitness level. During the winter months (December to March), the entire region will be covered in snow making it even more beautiful and picturesque. The best part about this trek is that it offers something for everyone – adventure seekers can enjoy thrilling activities like skiing while nature lovers can take in all the beauty around them. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful getaway or an adrenaline-filled adventure, Kedarkantha Trek has something for everyone! Distance: 200 km Time Taken: 10 hours (Drive) Altitude: 1,950 m (...

Table of Contents • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Kedarkantha Trek is a popular winter trek among seasonal trekkers and beginners. It is a week-long trek in Pashu Vihar National Park in Some of the most prominent peaks visible are Bandarpoonch, Black Peak, Swargarohini, Yamunotri, and Gangotri ranges. One of many reasons why the Kedarkantha trek is popular is its rewarding summit climb. The trek is fairly steep right from the base camp. As you start walking towards the summit early in the morning, the birds and the Himalayan crowns wish you good luck. The glorious view keeps you company as you climb up the hill. The world seems to be a magical place to live in. The trek gives an overall thrilling and once-in-a-lifetime kind of experience. The trek begins from Sankri village. One has to cover a distance of about 20 km over a span of 5 to 6 days. Due to the limited distance to be covered each day, this is comparatively easier and suitable for beginners. Sankri village is a common starting point for almost all the treks in Uttarakhand. The trail runs through beautiful, enchanting forests. You would come across rich flora and fauna. Maple and oak trees are fairly common in this area, you might also see some Rhododendron species. As you climb higher toward the summit, you will experience dense oak and pine forests. Keep your eyes open for Chir pine, black eagle, or golden eagle, you might just get lucky. Kedarkantha trek gets more challenging and is best enjoyed during the wi...