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Kedartal Trek

Kedartal, Uttarakhand
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Kedartal Trek

Temperature

5°C to 30 °C

length

35 km

Altitude

15500 ft

Best Time

May-June, Sept-Oct

Duration

6 days

Difficulty

Difficult

Overview

Kedartal Trek is one of the difficult grade treks of Gangotri region of Uttarakhand. This trek, however, has a lot of challenges. Kedartal trek lies in extremely remote area. There is no human habitation on this trek. And you find very few trekking groups here.

Kedar Tal also known as Shiva’s lake, is a glacial lake situated at an altitude of 4,750 meters (15,500 feet) in the Garhwal region of the Himalayas in India.

The lake is fed by the snowfall over Mt Thalay Sagar (6,904m), Meru (6,672m), Mt Bhrigupanth (6,772m) and other surrounding peaks, which are also the source of Kedar Ganga, which in Hindu mythology is considered to be Lord Shiva’s contribution to Bhagirathi (a source-stream of the Ganges). The proximity with magnificent peaks and the view this trek offers will make you believe in magic.

The Kedartal lake itself is crystal-clear blue, the coolest drink of water you’ll ever find and a true gem of Uttarakhand. The place bursts to life during yatra season, with markets, temples, nightly aartis and forests full of sadhus. Save a few days to explore here after your trek. The best time to do the Kedartal trek are the months of May, June, September and October.

Kedartal trek starts and ends at pilgrimage town of Gangotri and it is approximately 35 km and takes 4 days to complete the trek.

KEDARTAL TREK DIFFICULTY

Kedartal trek is a difficult trek that should be attempted only by experienced trekkers.

HOW TO REACH

Nearest Airport: Jollygrant Airport, Dehradun

Nearest Train Station: Dehradun and Rishikesh Railway Station

By Road: Dehradun is well connected to major cities of India.

We recommend you land in IGI Airport, New Delhi and take overnight Volvo bus to reach Dehradun and join our fixed departures from Dehradun.

BEST TIME TO DO KEDARTAL TREK

These are two best times for engaging in Kedartal trekking. The first one lasts from May to June which are summer months and the next one is post monsoon months, from September to Mid-October. During the post-monsoon months, the place becomes heaven. The Kedartal trek remains closed for the rest of time.

FACTS ABOUT KEDARTAL TREK

Region: Gangotri, Uttarakhand

Range: Garhwal Himalayas

Grade: Difficult

Distance: 35 km

Altitude: 4,750 meters | 15,500 feet above sea level

Pick/Drop: Dehradun

Age Group: 15 to 45

 

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Highlights

  • TREK TO THE BASE OF MOUNT THALAY SAGAR
  • START TREKKING TO DIFFICULT PLACES
  • LESS CROSDED TREK IN UTTARAKHAND

Itinerary

Day 1- Dehradun to Gangotri 

Altitude: 10,050 feet | Gangotri

* Drive - 240 km, 8-9 hours
* Arrive Gangotri, check-in, freshen up
* Orientation & Briefing about Kedartal Trek
* Dinner, overnight stay

Day 2: Trek to Bhoj Kharak

Altitude: 12,800 feet | Bhoj Kharak

* Trek - 8km, 6 hours
* Breakfast, start the trek
* Climb the famous Spider Wall, a 60-degree slab of rock
* Camp set up
* Dinner, overnight stay in camps

Day 3: Trek to Kedar Kharak

Altitude: 14,500 feet | Kedar Kharak

* Trek - 5 km, 5 hours
* Breakfast, start the trek
* Camp set up
* Dinner, overnight stay in camps

Day 4: Kedartal

Altitude: 15,500 feet | Kedar Kharak

* Trek - 8 km up & down, 8 hours
* Early Morning Breakfast, start trek
* Boulders, Ridges and majestic views of Mt. Thalay Sagar and other peaks
* Kedartal
* Downhill trek to Kedar Kharak camps
* Dinner, overnight stay in camps

Day 5: Down Hill Trek to Gangotri

Altitude: 10,050 feet | Kedar Kharak

* Trek - 15 km, 8-9 hours
* Breakfast, start the trek
* All the way to Gangotri
* Dinner, overnight stay in rooms

Day 6: Departure Day

Gangotri to Dehradun

* 6:00 am - Breakfast
* 6:30 am - Start drive
* Drive - 240 km, 8-9 hours
* Reach Dehradun in the evening

  • Accommodation as per itinerary on shared basis
  • Stay 2 N-Rooms, 3N-Camps.
  • Healthy & nutritious meals while on trek (Starting from Day 1 Dinner to Day 6 Breakfast).
  • Morning & Evening Tea
  • Pick and Drop: Dehradun as per package
  • Daily Snacks & Soup in the evening while on trek
  • Camping Equipment like Tents, Sleeping Bag, Mattress, Kitchen & Dining equipment etc.
  • All necessary Forest, Camping, Trekking Permits & Entry Fees.
  • First Aid Medical Kit & Portable Oxygen.
  • Expert Trek Leader.
  • Guide, Cook, Porters, Mule & Helpers.
  • Staff Insurance, Equipment, Shoes & Travel (Uttarkashi to Uttarkashi)
  • followed by full power fun.
  • Any service not mentioned in the inclusions.
  • Any Insurance, air/train/Volvo ticket costs, hospitalization costs, emergency evacuation costs, Rescue costs, backpack off-loading costs, personal porter costs, mule costs, and so on.
  • Any costs incurred as a result of bad weather, road closures, sudden halt, Snowfall, Rain, Strike, Bandh, Administrative or Govt Ban, Vehicle Breakdown, God Act or other factors beyond our control must be paid by YOU/TOURIST on the spot.
  • Liability for or Insurance against injury, loss of life, accidents or loss of goods.
  • Any personal expenses not included in the inclusions, such as tip, mineral water, and snacks/meals, Buffer Day.
  • Taxes/GST.
    • Wind & Waterproof Jacket-1.
    • Dry Fit Full Sleeve T-Shirt – 2, Fleece Jacket – 1, Normal T-shirt – 2, Trekking Pant – 2.
    • Warmer/Thermal-1 (Top & Lower).
    • Woolen Cap-1, Sun Cap/Hat-1, Neck Warmer-1, Gloves-1 pair, Woolen Socks-1 pair, Trek Socks – 5.
    • Poncho/Rain suit-1 (Mandatory)
    • Waterproof Trekking Shoes with good grip.
    • Cold Cream, Sunscreen Lotion, Lip Balm, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Facewash, Hand Sanitizer, Toilet Roll Paper, Early-dry towel, Hand Towel, Toiletries kit.
    • Personal Medicines.
    • Water Bottle – 1 (Mandatory)
    • Head Lamp with four extra pairs of Batteries (Mandatory).
    • Power Bank to charge Mobile.
    • UV protected Sunglasses – 1 (Mandatory).
    • Rucksack Min. 50 Ltrs with rain cover
    • Day-pack 20 Ltrs with rain cover if opting off-loading service.
    • Mandatory Documents: Please carry the Original & Photocopy of Govt. Photo Identity Card (Aadhar Card/Passport), Medical Fitness Certificate from MBBS or senior. Passport Size Photo, Passport and Valid Visa for foreign nationals.
    • Dry Ration (Dry Fruits, Chocolates, Protein Bars, ORS
    • & most important the Adventure Spirit.

     

    Note
    – Please take care of your belongings, we are not responsible for any loss/damage.

    – Trekkers have to carry his/her backpack by themselves, if someone requires an off-loading or personal porter, ask for bookings so we can arrange accordingly. Charges extra.

  • Secure Bookings: We at Team Heaven Riders India works with safe & secure bookings gateway. Don’t worry about your credentials. Our expert team will help you to book your next Himalayan experience.
  • Safety: We breathe in the term ‘Safety’ as this is our utmost priority. Suitable environment for all members so doesn’t worry in that case. We have tremendously experienced leaders and all of them are well-trained professionals. They know the safety protocols like the back of their hand. Also, our support staff is well-behaved & they respect all.
  • Smaller Batches: We believe in the concept of small batches that improve quality & focus. also helps our Leader to get connected with all members.
  • Itinerary: Our team of experts crafted all the itineraries very carefully so all the travelers can acclimatize properly & refine from our experience of leading hundreds of expeditions.
  • Equipment: While organizing trekking in Himalayas Team Heaven Riders uses high quality equipment as per the guidelines of IMF Indian Mountaineering Foundation. From tents to sleeping bags to ropes & other technical equipment like rope, micro spikes, gaiter etc. Everything is tested and certified. HRI trek leaders always carry portable Oxygen & Basic First-Aid Medical Kit, Oximeter with them.
  • Clean Trails: We at Team Heaven Riders are strong believers in the Leave No Trace policy and encourage all our members not to throw garbage & plastic during our trips. Also, our aim is to improve welfare of local people and Keep Himalayas clean & green. We respect nature and work on it simultaneously.
  • No Hidden Charges

The Kedartal Trek is purely a difficult trek. You start the trek at around 11,000 ft and climb to over 15,500 feet. There is a significant altitude gain, which necessitates excellent physical fitness and powerful lungs.

The walk to the Kedartal Trek necessitates a high level of cardiovascular endurance. And you might be wondering how to strengthen your lungs. To begin, go for a jog every day.

Begin jogging slowly and gradually increase your pace. As a result, cardiovascular endurance exercises are highly vital for making your lungs stronger than before.

  • Walking with a 10kg rucksack strapped on your back is a terrific way to shape your legs and body. It aids in the burning of calories, the reduction of excess weight, and the strengthening of your body.
  • For high ascents, stair climbing is the finest workout. Include it in your training routine.
  • Jogging can help you live longer by strengthening your lungs and improving your life. It’s a high-intensity aerobic activity that necessitates a lot of oxygen. This is an excellent activity for protecting weight and maintaining good health.
  • Squats are the most effective functional exercise for improving balance. Legs, thighs, hips, and hamstrings are also strengthened.
  • Pull-ups, push-ups, sprints, mountain climber, burpee, jumping jacks, and 60-second plank (3-5 sets each).
  • Pushing your body upstairs after stair climbing is another fantastic cardiovascular exercise. This is often considered to be the most effective workout for improving strength and power. Carrying a 10 kg pack also helps a lot.
  • Finally, remember to pamper your body with some breathing exercises, Yoga, and Meditation.
  • For the best outcome, eat well, stay hydrated, and get enough rest.

Remember to bring appropriate clothing, remain hydrated, and stay warm to properly acclimate.

NO REFUND SHALL BE MADE WITH RESPECT TO THE BOOKING AMOUNT FOR ANY CANCELLATIONS. HOWEVER, we totally understand that unforeseen circumstances might need you to change plans, and so HRI cancellation policy makes it easier to do that. Please read them very carefully,

  • Cancellations up to 30 days prior to departure date – 10% deduction (payment gateway & bank charges).
  • Between 30 days to 15 days prior to departure – 50% deduction.
  • There will be no refund if you cancel within 15 days before your departure.
  • In any case, the Booking Amount is Non-Refundable.

No cancellations will be taken over call or what’s app msg. Please reply to the email of payment receipt that you have received at the time of booking.

In case of government restrictions, bad weather, protests, landslides, road blockage, administrative ban, lockdown, strike or any other unforeseen circumstances which is beyond our control, certain activities during the trek/trip/expedition or the event itself may be cancelled/skipped, or there could be change in the itinerary.

In such instances, we will do our utmost to find an alternative (in the case of event cancellation or rescheduling).

However, there would be no financial refund for the same. You will receive a full refund if the trip is cancelled by us due to a lack of a minimum number of individuals in the batch. Additionally, if you purchased trip insurance, rentals, off-loading, or other activities, you will not receive a refund. The booking amount is non-refundable in any case.

If a trek or trip or expedition cannot be completed due to natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances beyond our control (bad weather conditions like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, road block, ban, strike, bandh, etc.). No refund would be provided.

Any extra expense coming due to any natural calamity/bad weather/unforeseen circumstances (rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, ban, road block, bandh, extra stay, food, transportation or taxi cost etc.), Will be borne by customer on the spot. Company will not be liable.

All refunds will be sent to the same bank account or credit card account or UPI that was used to make the purchase. Within 10 working days, the refund amount will be completed. The amount of the refund will always be computed based on the net amount paid for the event booking and the Base Price of the event. (Excluding all additional services transport, rent, porterage, etc.).

Any voucher issued would not include the service tax amount paid while making the booking. For more info: Terms & Condition

Itineraries are based on information available at the time of planning and are subject to change. As conditions permit, “Heaven Riders India” reserves the right to change expedition dates, people or itineraries. The cost of delays and/or other changes is the responsibility of the participant if a trip must be delayed or the itinerary changed due to bad weather, road conditions, transportation delays, government intervention, airline schedules, sickness, strike, lockdown, bandh, landslide, snowfall, rain, or other contingency for which HRI or its agents cannot make provision. For any reason, Team HRI reserves the right to refuse or accept any individual as a tour member.

– STRICTLY NO LITTERING take belongings back.
– Be punctual.
– Carry original and copy of valid ID.
– Insurance is mandatory & it’s participants responsibility.
– Participant should be 15+ years old along with a parent and written consent.
– Leader’s decision is final, and will have to be followed by all the participants.
– Behave well with staff and respect locals and their beliefs & rituals.
– consumption of alcohol and smoking is prohibited during the Kedartal trek.
– Any tax/entry fee imposed by the Govt. budget, Administration, or new policy to be borne by tourist/you/traveler.
– No show and trip changes/cancellation due to bad weather or natural calamity will be Non-Refundable.
– Our team reserves the right to change the plan in case there is danger involved.
– Any additional costs due to weather/unforeseen situations, sudden night stay, vehicle break down, landslide, snowfall, rain, strike, sickness of tourist, cost of rescue will have to be borne by the traveler/Tourist/you.
– In any case, non-completion of trek due to bad weather, rain, landslide, snowfall, strike, bandh, lockdown or any issue which is beyond our control no refund will be processed.
– The trekker should be mentally tough to beat the extreme cold conditions.
– The trekker should carry their water bottle & he must take care to dispose of their garbage in dustbins only.
– Team HRI is not responsible for any mishap, due to weather conditions, natural disaster, any kind of accident, etc.
– We provide sanitized Transportation, follow Covid norms and provide hygienic Stay. Please ensure to bring sanitizers and masks along.
– Charges and trek plans could vary during bad weather conditions or if the tour is extended due to weather or some other mishappening.
– We are not responsible if the tour is extended or the itinerary is changed due to any kind of road blockage, landslide, snowfall, water floods, vehicle breakdown, etc. Extra costs to be borne by tourist/traveler.
– “Availability at hotels/stay” and “rates for this itinerary” are subject to change at the time of booking.
– We reserve the right to change the hotels, sightseeing or the route at any point in time. This is a rare case that happens only in the case of any maintenance work, availability issues, network issues, any natural calamity, road blockage due to landslide/snow or in any other case of a medical emergency.
– Air Conditioner/Heater/Blower in-cab will not be used in hilly/mountain areas.
– If you want to use the heater at a hotel/home stay/cab/vehicle extra charge will applicable.
– All Rates are Non-Negotiable.
– The travelers are responsible for carrying and taking care of their luggage from the vehicle lot to the Hotel/Campsite/Homestay.
– In case of bad health, sickness/illness, AMS the participant would be sent back and no refund would be provided. Participants have to bear all the costs beyond including travel, hospitalization, taxi, stay, rescue charges, etc.

For any further clarifications ask while booking.

Tour's Location

Kedartal, Uttarakhand

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