Kuari Pass Trek Via Lord Curzon's Trail
About The Kuari Pass Trek
Key Himalayan Geographical Offerings Of The Kuari Pass Trek
Peaks: Chaukhamba I ( 7138m ), Chaukhamba II ( 7058m ), Chaukhamba III ( 6974m ), Chaukhamba IV ( 6854m ), Dunagiri ( 7066m ), Gauri Parbat ( 6708m ), Hathi Parbat ( 6727m ), Kamet ( 7756m ), Mana Peak ( 7272m ), Nanda Devi ( 7816m ), Nanda Ghunti ( 6309m ), Nilkantha ( 6596m ), Trisul I ( 7120m ), Pangarchula ( 4575m )
Passes: Kuari Pass ( 3600m )
Lakes: Tali Lake ( 3512m )
Rivers: Dhauli Ganga, Nandakini , Birahi Ganga
Villages: Jhinjhi, Ghunni, Pana
National Parks / Forest Reserves: Nanda Devi Outer Sanctuary
Why Should You Do The Kuari Pass Trek
- Grand view of Himalayan peaks - the twin peaks of Nanda Devi ( 7817m ) and Nanda Devi East ( 7434m ), Trishul ( 7120 m), Kedarnath ( 6940m ), Chaukhamba ( 7140m ), Nilkantha ( 6597m ), Kamet ( 7756m ), Gauri Parbat ( 6727m ), Hathi Parbat ( 6738m ), Bethartoli ( 6352m ), Dunagiri ( 7066m ), Mana, Nandaghunti, etc.
- The bugiyal or the meadow of Gorson is one of the best high altitude Himalayan meadow you can camp on. A neverending curves and humps of green soft grasses with an all round view of the snow cladded peaks of Garhwal and Kumaon.
- This trail is a historic trail taken by early British explorers and adventurers including Sir Eric Shipton.
- 5 major rivers of Uttrakhand - Birehiganga, Dhauliganga, Kaliganga, Pindar and Nandakini
- Kuari Pass is also known for its rare species of flowers.
- Duration: 8 days / 8 nights, Rishikesh to Rishikesh
- Highest Altitude: 3900m
- Grade: Moderate + ( know trek grades )
- Best Time: Mar - Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov
- Terrain: Meadows, forest , snow field
- Activity Type: Trek
- Trail Type: Different Entry Exit Point
- Starts From: Ghat
- Ends In: Joshimath
- Region: India - Uttrakhand
- Country: India
- Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehraoon, Uttrakhand
- Nearest Rail Head: Rishikesh, Uttrakhand
- Travel Guide: Where and How To Reach Ghat
- Mobile Network: BSNL, sparsely
- Internet Option: No
- Temperatures:
- Is Cloak Room Available: No
- Generic Food Menu: Indian,Garhwali
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In 1905, Lord Curzon, a great adventurer and the then viceroy of British India took this trail and since then it is named after him. With magnificent views of lots of Himalayan peaks like the twin peaks of Nanda Devi ( 7817m ) and Nanda Devi East ( 7434m ), Trishul ( 7120 m), Kedarnath ( 6940m ), Chaukhamba ( 7140m ), Nilkantha ( 6597m ), Kamet ( 7756m ), Gauri Parbat ( 6727m ), Hathi Parbat ( 6738m ), Bethartoli ( 6352m ), Dunagiri ( 7066m ), Mana, Nandaghunti, etc. this trek is a treat to your eyes..
Kuari, translates to 'Virgin' in Hindi. Passing through few remote villages, open meadows and some other small passes, this trek takes you to the top of the Kuari Pass which is famous for its grand view of many peaks in the Garhwal Himalayas. Not just that.. the high altitude Himalayan meadows of this trek makes it a wonderful experience. The meadow of Gorsons is probably one of the best meadows in the Himalayas with its never-ending curves and humps and an all round view of the snow cladded peaks of Garhwal and Kumaon.
The Kuari Pass trek is very popular among the foreigners because of it moderate challenge, panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks, remoteness and serenity.
Kuari Pass Trek Package - Daywise Detailed Itinerary
Day 1Arrival In Ghat ( 210 Kms,7 - 8 hours )
Drive Day
Brief Details Of The Day: Early morning we board our cab to begin a picturesque ride to Ghat. Witness the vivid charm of Uttrakhand today as a part of our journey.
Checkin to your hotel after reaching
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Evening Snacks, Dinner
Day 3From Ghunni To Jhinjhi , Via - Chechni Vinayak Khal ( 12 Kms,5 - 6 hours )
Trek Day
Altitude Profile And Geo-Coordinates: - Ghunni : 1900 meters / 6232 feet
- Chechni Vinayak Khal: 2700 meters / 8856 feet
- Jhinjhi : 1800 meters / 5904 feet
- Jhinjhi:
Coordinates: 30.35670000 , 79.57580000Fly to Jhinjhi on Google Map
View 360 degree from Jhinjhi using Peak Finder
Brief Details Of The Day: The day is long but the super Himalayan views for which we have come here, makes our day. We have steep climbs to negotiate today to climb to the top of Chechni Vinayak Khal ( 2700m). Gorgeous views of the peaks, namely Banderpoonch, Neelkanth, Chaukhamba, Nandaghungti, etc open up for you. You can also get a first glimpse of Kuari pass.
Spending some good time on top of the pass helps. We then start with our descend which winds down to the opening of Sem Kharak, crossing which we reach the village of Jhinjhi, our destination for the day.
Accommodation: Tents
Meals: All Meals
Day 4From Jhinjhi To Pana , Via - Kaliagad ( 8 Kms,4 - 5 hours )
Trek Day
Altitude Profile And Geo-Coordinates: - Jhinjhi : 1800 meters / 5904 feet
- Kaliagad: 2260 meters / 7413 feet
- Pana : 2460 meters / 8069 feet
- Pana:
Coordinates: 30.39130000 , 79.55370000Fly to Pana on Google Map
View 360 degree from Pana using Peak Finder
Brief Details Of The Day: We start with a descend to the river Birahi Ganga, and come across a lovely the suspension bridge amidst the forest. After taking few pictures, we cross it to go to the other side of the river. From here, we climb gradually to the village of Pana. We camp after crossing the settlement of Pana. The day was beautiful, so is the campsite !!
Accommodation: Tents
Meals: All Meals
Day 5From Pana To Dakhwani , Via - Sartoli, Falchwani ( 12 Kms,5 - 6 hours )
Trek Day
Altitude Profile And Geo-Coordinates: - Pana: 2460 meters / 8069 feet
- Sartoli: 2900 meters / 9512 feet
- Falchwani: 3230 meters / 10595 feet
- Dakhwani : 3430 meters / 11251 feet
Brief Details Of The Day: Today is comparably a little difficult day and gives us the feel of a good trek. As we start the day, we descend gradually to Sartoli, a summer grazing ground. From here, we descend down to Domabhitti, cross the bridge and then start climbing the switch backs to Dhakwani.
About 3 hours of climb brings us above tree line to the beautiful campsite of Dhakwani.
Accommodation: Tents
Meals: All Meals
Day 8From Joshimath To Rishikesh ( 250 Kms,8 - 9 hours )
Drive Day
Altitude Profile And Geo-Coordinates: - Joshimath: 1850 meters / 6068 feet
- Rishikesh: 445 meters / 1460 feet
Brief Details Of The Day: We start early to reach Rishikesh by evening, in order to leave for Delhi by time.
Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast
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- Day 1
Drive
Arrival Day Arrive In Ghat (1400m ) . 7 - 8 Hrs. 210 Kms
Overnight In: Ghat (1400m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Evening Snacks, Dinner
Cost Of Transport Included: NO
- Day 2
Drive, Trek
From Ghat (1400m ) To Ghunni (1900m ), Via - Selu Bagar (1600m ) . 4 - 5 Hrs. 7 Kms
Overnight In: Ghunni (1900m )
Accommodation: Tents
Meals Included: All Meals
- Day 3
Trek
From Ghunni (1900m ) To Jhinjhi (1800m ), Via - Chechni Vinayak Khal (2700m ) . 5 - 6 Hrs. 12 Kms
Overnight In: Jhinjhi (1800m )
Accommodation: Tents
Meals Included: All Meals
- Day 4
Trek
From Jhinjhi (1800m ) To Pana (2460m ), Via - Kaliagad (2260m ) . 4 - 5 Hrs. 8 Kms
Overnight In: Pana (2460m )
Accommodation: Tents
Meals Included: All Meals
- Day 5
Trek
From Pana (2460m ) To Dakhwani (3430m ), Via - Sartoli (2900m ), Falchwani (3230m ). 5 - 6 Hrs. 12 Kms
Overnight In: Dakhwani (3430m )
Accommodation: Tents
Meals Included: All Meals
- Day 6
Trek
From Dakhwani (3430m ) To Gorsons (3200m ), Via - Kuari Pass (3900m ), Khullara (3400m ). 6 - 7 Hrs. 12 Kms
Overnight In: Gorsons (3200m )
Accommodation: Tents
Meals Included: All Meals
- Day 7
Trek, Drive
From Gorsons (3200m ) To Joshimath (1850m ), Via - Auli (2500m ) . 4 - 5 Hrs. 10 Kms
Overnight In: Joshimath (1850m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: All Meals
- Day 8
Drive
From Joshimath (1850m ) To Rishikesh (445m ) . 8 - 9 Hrs. 250 Kms
Overnight In: Rishikesh (445m )
Accommodation: None
Meals Included: Breakfast
+ Mandatory Packing List- 3 sets of DryFit Tshirts
- 2 set of track pants (no jeans)
- 4 sets of socks ( 2 cottons, 2 woollen)
- 1 or 2 set of thermal inner ( upper & lower)
- Fleece Jacket or Pullovers
- Down Jacket (can be rented from us )
- Waterproof High Ankle Trekking Shoes (can be rented from us )
- Waterproof/Windproof Trekking Trouser (can be rented from us )
- Waterproof/Windproof Trekking Jacket (can be rented from us )
- Headlamp (can be rented from us )
- Trek Pole, Waterproof Gloves, Poncho, Rucksack, Fleece Inner Gloves, Waterproof Gloves, Gaiters, Spikes, Sleeping Bag Inners ( provided by us as complimentary use )
- Polaroid UV Protected Sunglasses or Snow/Glacier Goggles
- 2 Water Bottles & Tiffin Box with Spoon, 1 cup
- Skull Cap Wollen or Fleece
- Toilet Paper Roll, Wet Tissue
- Personal Care Kit ( lip balm, moisturizer, sunscreen, etc )
- Personal Medical Kit (basic or regular medicines )
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