Day 1 : Reporting At Sankri
Altitude: 6,400 Ft.
Time taken: 220 Km drive - approx 10 hrs
Water sources: Bring you own water Bottles
Post your arrival at Dehradun; you will be head to the Sankri which at the distance of 220 km via Mussorie. This high drive from Dehradun to Sankri that takes you along the Yamuna exquisite offers the feeling of joy where After 8 hrs of the journey to Sankri, you’ll find yourself in the Uttarkashi District which will be trailed by a spell-bounding beauty of valleys and forest cover. Full of heritage beauty with under the unite trail. Uttarkashi states for ‘Kashi’ in the south which is one of the holy places in India. It has its rich mythology behind the site. GMVN is very active in this valley for tourism, which is a good sign for trekkers to get availabilities.
Prior reaching to Sankri about 22 km before trekkers get the most fantastic feeling of serene Himalayas and greenery as the path passes through Govind national park which is famous for its avid collection of Flora, finds only in this region and nowhere in the country.
Day 2 : Sankri To Juda Ka Taal
Altitude: 6,400 Ft. to 9,100 Ft.
Time taken: Approx 5 hrs
Trek Gradient: Easy to Moderate
Water sources: You may get but must carry your own water bottles
Your trek will begin today where you’ll head towards the Juda Ka Taal having an altitude of 9100 Ft. covering approx. 5 km till afternoon that may take 5 hrs depends on the trekker's capability, witnessing numerous adventures on the trail. Ice and slush would bother you a bit while walking, but you’ll perform well with our expert guide. The trek will begin with a beautiful pine &, maple forest which will ascend alongside the wildlife and meadows. Gradually trailing upwards, you’ll spot some hut alongside the fields. Its soft surface of grassland where localities do swimming on summers, wizardry you’ll get Luke warm water all around the lake and rest will be the colder. And in winters you can see a sheet of ice instead of water. Through one big natural tunnel provide the same water to villagers. You can stroll because high-altitude sickness may affect you on a snow track. In the absence of electronic music, birds tweet can take the place of it once the trekker crosses the village the path turns into full curves and Climbs.
Initially, the climb would be through Bridges, and the most exciting thing one can witness is the Himalayan Languor, though they are shy animals so you may only get the Glimpse of them, apart from it boars, martens and hares are also visible in the region. Juda ka Tal is a mesmerizing destination one find themselves in Between the Giant lake and the thick pine and oak forest, and this will be the destination for today to set a camp and enjoy the beauty in the lap of Mother Nature.
Day 3 : Juda Ka Taal To Kedarkantha Base Camp
Altitude: 9,100 Ft. to 11,250 Ft.
Time taken: Approx 2.5 hrs
Trek Gradient: Easy to Moderate
Water sources: Carry your own water bottles
Juda Ka Taal is a magnificent lake surrounded by the pine trees which gets a freeze during winters and became a spot for adventures and fun activities for the trekkers like gliding or walking on ice. The trail will be getting steeper as you move forward where your trek guide can teach you some skills for snow slopes and also do listen to him; he might assist you regarding how big you footsteps should g. The destination of this day is Kedarkantha base camp lies at an altitude of 11,250 Ft. which is approx 4 km from Juda ka Taal and may take 2.5 hrs to reach though depends on the trekkers walking speed.
The journey again starts from the dense forest of pine and oak trees, and also the trail passes through the steep ridges, and a much more dense area, while walking on the way trekkers can witness many shepherds’ huts and can get the instinct of how the Mountaineers survive in all the hard time.
The view is so mesmerizing, and the culture that Shepherds follow the hard work they do and the politeness of the natives can never upset the trekkers.
Walking towards the path and at an altitude of 10,400 Ft. one can witness the snow traces and imagine the whole scenarios of the destination.
The breathtaking view is still waiting to shock the trekkers to the core as just before reaching the base camp trekkers can witness the appealing view of arc-shaped ranges covered with snow such as Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag and Ranglana standing with pride in a lap of Mother Nature.
Day 4 : Kedarkantha Base to Kedarkantha to Back to Kedarkantha base
Altitude: 11,250 Ft. to 12,500 Ft.
Time taken: Approx 7 hrs
Trek Gradient: Easy to Moderate
Water sources: Carry your own water bottles
The day will be a long one as you would be heading towards Kedarkantha Peak today's elevation is from 11,250 Ft. to 12,500 Ft. and may take around 6km trekking that might be cover in 7 hrs and the trail will be steeper, and the pavements will be knee deep into the snow. Albeit it will be fun being there, but on the same side there would be a lot to discover and being watchful on your steps. Glimpse will be there in between sunlight and a maple tree, after reaching Kedarkantha summit. During the trek, you’ll see the magical colors of nature. You'll be joyful with the majestic view of many ranges like Rupin and a lot more. The reason for calling it Kedarkantha, hearsay from villagers is; 1st they try to build Kedarnath temple in that peak, but they heard some animal's sound which is an omen for a spiritual event.
So till then they construct lord Shiva’s statue till neck and in Hindi Neck is known as ‘Kanth’ and Lord Shiva is having lots of names, so Kedar is one of them. That’s why it’s “KEDARKANTHA.” In Kedarkantha peak you can treat your eyes with such following valleys are- SWARGAROHINI, GANGOTRI, KALANAAG, YAMUNOTRI & BANDAROOCH. Once you are on the summit the captivating view will balance your emotion and gradually turns it into the spirituality as at the top there is a small temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and goddess Parvati and a small shrine of Lord Ganesh too and the panoramic view if the Uttarakhand is beyond once imagination.
Day 5 : Kedarkantha Base Camp to Sankri
Time taken: Approx 3 hrs
Trek Gradient: Easy to Moderate
Water sources: Fill your water bottles
The day has come where you’ll have to leave the majestic view of the Himalayas and snowcapped mountain ranges. We’ll be heading back to the Sankri today, and the trek will be relatively simple since the distance is short. Sankri is the stoppage village for more than ten treks; Known as Bali pass, Borasu pass, etc. The morning will welcome you with a spectacular sunrise between the pine trees which will proceed with the breakfast.
Day 6 : Drive back to Dehradun
Time taken: 6 hrs 58 min
On your 6th day you will head towards Dehradun from Sankri, and it will take 6 hrs to reach better to start early in the morning, collect the memories and drive back to dehradun with all the fun and love.