Roopkund - Kuari Pass - Pangarchula Trek

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Duration
18 da
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Altitude:
5510
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Grade:
Strenuous
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May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov
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Starts From:
Lohajung
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Airport:
Jolly Grant Airport, Dehraoon, Uttrakhand
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Railway:
Kathgodam, Uttrakhand

Key Geographical Highlights

16 Popular 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 ), Trisul II ( 6690m ), Trisul III ( 6008m ), Pangarchula ( 4575m )

2 High Passes: Junargali ( 5150m ), Kuari Pass ( 3600m )

2 Lakes: Roopkund ( 4784m ), Tali Lake ( 3512m )

1 Glaciers: Sheela Samudra Glacier

3 Rivers: Dhauli Ganga, Nandakini , Birahi Ganga

8 Villages: Jhinjhi, Ghunni, Pana, Wan, Kulling, Didina, Sutol, Sitel

1 National Parks: Nanda Devi Outer Sanctuary

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Roopkund - Kuari Pass - Pangarchula Trek - Itinerary & Route Details

(click to read detailed route briefing, elevation graph, altitude time info and photos from the day)

▲ Day 1Arrival Day
Arrive In Lohajung
Overnight In: Lohajung (2300m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Cost Of Transport Included: NO
Where and How To Reach Lohajung
Early morning, board your vehicle to get you to Lohajung Its a long journey and reaching Lohajung early will help
Day 1
555 - Kathgodam
Day 1
1375 - Debal
Day 1
2125 - Mundoli
Day 1
2300 - Lohajung
222Km, 7 - 8hrs.
▲ Day 2Trekking Day
From Lohajung (2300m ) To Didina (2450m ) - 4 - 5 Hrs. 10 Kms
Overnight In: Didina (2450m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Today after breakfast, we have a small briefing on the trek and most importantly the team introduction. After we wrap up formalities quicly, we get ready for the trek. Our loads are packed and there we are, ready to hit the trail.

Our trail for the day is easier as compared to the entire trek and soon we get lost in the beauty of it. We trek through the forest following the Neel Ganga. The trail is initially easy which then starts to climb up steadily. As the trek continues, we get set into it and start negotiating the climb to Ali Bugiyal. After a good climb, we reach our destination for the day.

Didina is a beautiful campsite and we spend rest of the time exploring the place.
Day 2
2300 - Lohajung
Day 2
2450 - Didina
10Km, 4 - 5hrs.
▲ Day 3Trekking Day
From Didina (2450m ) To Ali Bugiyal (3400m ) - 4 - 5 Hrs. 12 Kms
Overnight In: Ali Bugiyal (3400m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
As we start the day, to leave our campsite at Didina behind and begin with an easy trek up to Tolapani. Tolapani is a cluster of some 6/7 huts of shepherds. It makes the place very picturesque and we spend some time here.

After Tolapani, we now start to negotiate switch-backs through the forest for about 2 hour which brings us to one of the best Himalayan meadows - Ali Bugyal. Its a lovely meadow amidst the forest and takes our heart instantly.

Day 3
2450 - Didina
Day 3
3400 - Ali Bugiyal
12Km, 4 - 5hrs.
▲ Day 4Trekking Day
From Ali Bugiyal (3400m ) To Patharnachaunia (3887m ), Via - Ghora Lotani (3703m ) - 4 - 5 Hrs.
Overnight In: Patharnachaunia (3887m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Our morning is delightful today with views of great number of Himalayan peaks like Trishul, Nandaghungti. Chaukhamba and Nilkantha. The sight definitely energizes us all as we prepare to start the trek for the day. We can see our route through the mountains as we are above tree line now. The trail is a easy walk and soon reach Ghora Lotani.

From Ghora Lotani, Patharnachauni is a gradual ascend. It is marked by the green trekker's hut built by the Forest Department for trekkers to rest for the night.
Day 4
3400 - Ali Bugiyal
Day 4
3705 - Ghora Lotani
Day 4
3890 - Patharnachaunia
4 - 5hrs.
▲ Day 5Trekking Day
From Patharnachauni (3887m ) To Baghuabasa (4300m ), Via - Kalu Vinayak (4328m ) - 4 - 5 Hrs.
Overnight In: Baghuabasa (4300m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
From Patharnachauni, our climb becomes tougher as we now start negotiating the switch backs to ascend Kullu Vinayak. Its a 2 hour steep climb. This stretch tests our mental stamina and physical health too. The Kalu Vinayaka top is marked by a small temple of lord Ganesha.

Baghua Basa is an easy walk from Kalu Vinayak top. The trail gently climbs down and take a slow left turn to reach the campsite of Baghua Basa, which too has green Trekker's hut.

Enjoy the beauty around !!
Day 5
3890 - Patharnachauni
Day 5
4330 - Kalu Vinayak
Day 5
4300 - Baghuabasa
4 - 5hrs.
▲ Day 6Trekking Day
From Baghuabasa (4300m ) To Baghuabasa (4300m ), Via - Roopkund (4930m ), Junairagali Pass (5150m ) - 6 - 7 Hrs. 10 Kms
Overnight In: Baghuabasa (4300m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Today is a special day for us. We begin our climb to Roopkund which takes us around 3 hours. The trail climbs up steadily and the last stretch is a good steep climb for an hour. We will find many trekkers walking on this trail and once we reach, we spend some time resting and enjoying the place

We are to cross the Junargali and hence do not have much time to kill. Much difficult task is still to be completed and we get ready for it and that's climbing the Junairagali Pass. We are up against a very steep wall of hard snow and is difficult to climb without support of ice axe. The fall is exposed and a slip can be fatal. Hence rope is necessary. Anti slip traction crampons can help if there is too much hard snow. Its takes about an hour to climb to the top.

From the top, the view is phenomenal. The vast stretch of Sheela Samudra - the glacier coming down from Trishul is visible. The Peaks of Trishul and Nanda Ghungti stands right in front. Also seen is Ronti Saddle in between Nandaghungti and Trishul.

Its been a tiring but rewarding day. We now safely bring ourselves down, to the safety of our campsite at Baghuabasa.
Day 6
4300 - Baghuabasa
Day 6
4930 - Roopkund
Day 6
5150 - Junairagali Pass
Day 6
4300 - Baghuabasa
10Km, 6 - 7hrs.
▲ Day 7Trekking Day
From Baghuabasa (4300m ) To Bedni Bugyal (3600m ), Via - Pattharnachauni (3887m ), Ghora Lotani (3703m ) - 4 - 5 Hrs. 12 Kms
Overnight In: Bedni Bugyal (3600m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Today we retrace our track and bring ourselves to one of the most beautiful campsite in the Himalayas - Bedni Bugyal. Relax for the rest of the day enjoying great views
Day 7
4300 - Baghuabasa
Day 7
3890 - Pattharnachauni
Day 7
3705 - Ghora Lotani
Day 7
3600 - Bedni Bugyal
12Km, 4 - 5hrs.
▲ Day 8Trekking Day
From Bedni Bugyal (3600m ) To Wan (2459m ), Via - Gharauli Patal (3205m ) - 4 - 5 Hrs.
Overnight In: Wan (2459m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
To we end our trek by descending down to Wan, a small village near to Lohajung. From Wan, we drive back to Lohajung.
Day 8
3600 - Bedni Bugyal
Day 8
3205 - Gharauli Patal
Day 8
2460 - Wan
4 - 5hrs.
▲ Day 9Trekking Day
From Wan (2459m ) To Sitel (2192m ), Via - Kukina Khal (3123m ), Kanol (2523m ) - 6 - 7 Hrs.
Overnight In: Sitel (2192m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Cross Kukina Khal to reach the village of Kanol. After lunch, proceed further to Sitel
Day 9
2460 - Wan
Day 9
3125 - Kukina Khal
Day 9
2525 - Kanol
Day 9
2195 - Sitel
6 - 7hrs.
▲ Day 10Trekking Day
From Sitel (1990m ) To Ghunni (1900m ) - 4 - 5 Hrs.
Overnight In: Ghunni (1900m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Trek to Ghunni from Sitel
Day 10
1990 - Sitel
Day 10
1900 - Ghunni
4 - 5hrs.
▲ Day 11Trekking Day
From Ghunni (1900m ) To Jhinjhi (1800m ), Via - Chechni Vinayak Khal (2700m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs. 12 Kms
Overnight In: Jhinjhi (1800m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
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.
Day 11
1900 - Ghunni
Day 11
2700 - Chechni Vinayak Khal
Day 11
1800 - Jhinjhi
12Km, 5 - 6hrs.
▲ Day 12Trekking Day
From Jhinjhi (1800m ) To Pana (2460m ), Via - Kaliagad (2260m ) - 4 - 5 Hrs. 8 Kms
Overnight In: Pana (2460m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
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 !!
Day 12
1800 - Jhinjhi
Day 12
2260 - Kaliagad
Day 12
2460 - Pana
8Km, 4 - 5hrs.
▲ Day 13Trekking Day
From Pana (2460m ) To Dakhwani (3430m ), Via - Sartoli (2900m ), Falchwani (3230m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs. 12 Kms
Overnight In: Dakhwani (3430m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
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.
Day 13
2460 - Pana
Day 13
2900 - Sartoli
Day 13
3230 - Falchwani
Day 13
3430 - Dakhwani
12Km, 5 - 6hrs.
▲ Day 14Trekking Day
From Dakhwani (3430m ) To Pangarchula High Camp (3900m ), Via - Kuari Pass (3900m ) - 6 - 7 Hrs. 12 Kms
Overnight In: Pangarchula High Camp (3900m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Moderately steeper climb awaits us to gift us the grand views of the mighty and coveted Himalayan peaks. Kuari pass top offers beautiful views of peaks ranging from Chaukhamba in the left belonging to the Gangotri area to Nandaghungti of Kumaun. We spend some good time here soaking in the view.

From here we move on to camp at Pangarchula Summit Camp
Day 14
3430 - Dakhwani
Day 14
3900 - Kuari Pass
Day 14
3900 - Pangarchula High Camp
12Km, 6 - 7hrs.
▲ Day 15Trekking Day
From Pangarchula Summit Camp (3900m ) To Khullara (3400m ), Via - Pangarchula Summit (4575m ) - 7 - 8 Hrs.
Overnight In: Khullara (3400m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
We have climbed higher on this trek before while climbing to Roopkund an Junargali. However, climbing a peak has its own charm. This region is has a unique gift i.e. a grand panorama of peaks of Garhwal right from Chaukhamba, Kamet, Neelkanth, to Trishul.

We start before dawn to reach the summit just at the right time to witness the most beautiful views of the Himalayas. Your headlamps come to great use here.
Day 15
3900 - Pangarchula Summit Camp
Day 15
4575 - Pangarchula Summit
Day 15
3400 - Khullara
7 - 8hrs.
▲ Day 16Trekking Day
From Khullara (3400m ) To Gorsons (3200m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Gorsons (3200m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
From Khullara, we take left to reach a beautiful lake of Tali. Take some break here as this site offers the view of the magnificent Nanda Devi and Dunagiri together. You might catch their reflection on the beautiful lake amidst the forest.

A gentle climb from here takes us to one of the best meadows of the Himalayas - The Gorsons. Enjoy an all round view from this campsite throughout the day. Don't forget to capture the golden peaks, specially Nandadevi from here.
Day 16
3400 - Khullara
Day 16
3200 - Gorsons
5 - 6hrs.
▲ Day 17Trekking Day
From Gorsons (3200m ) To Joshimath (1850m ), Via - Auli (2500m ) - 4 - 5 Hrs. 10 Kms
Overnight In: Joshimath (1850m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Half a day with tired body was injustice to the Gorsons. So we have a half more day now to explore and enjoy the beautiful meadow. Its unending humps with a fusion of trees and rocks below,and all round views of mighty coveted peaks make it very desirous campsite.

We leave post lunch to reach Auli and then to Joshimath by evening. That's how we bring an end of this beautiful trek.
Day 17
3200 - Gorsons
Day 17
2500 - Auli
Day 17
1850 - Joshimath
10Km, 4 - 5hrs.
▲ Day 18Trekking Day
From Joshimath (1850m ) To Rishikesh (445m ) - 8 - 9 Hrs. 250 Kms
Overnight In: Rishikesh (445m )
Accommodation: None
Meals Included: Morning tea, Breakfast
We start early to reach Rishikesh by evening, in order to leave for Delhi by time.
Day 18
1850 - Joshimath
Day 18
445 - Rishikesh
250Km, 8 - 9hrs.

Roopkund - Kuari Pass - Pangarchula Trek introduction

Roopkund - Kuari Pass - Pangarchula Trek - A Detailed Overview

The Roopkund Kuari Pass Trek with Pangarchula summit is an ultimate treks in the Garhwal Himalayas and perhaps one of the best in the region. It has a lot to offer. Firstly, it takes you to the mysterious skeletal lake of Roopkund passing by the beautiful meadows of Ali Bugiyal and Bedni Bugiyal. It then climbs up to the high pass of Junargali to gift you a grand view the peaks of Trishul, Nanda Ghungti and the glacier of Sheela Samudra. Well, it doesnt just end there !

We return to meet another wonderful trail in the Himalayas of Grahwal - popularly known as the Lord Curzon's trail to the another popular trek in the Himalayas - The Kuari Pass Trek

The Kuari Pass trek offers great views of many peaks of the Himalayas. On this trek your eyes are treated with grand views of the four peaks of Chaukhamba and then the peaks of Neelkanth, Mana, Kamet, Hathi, Ghodi, Trishul, Nandaghunti, Nanda Devi, Dunagiri, etc.

No, we are not done !! We top this trek with a summit climb to the Pangarchula Peak Trek which offers a summit climb feel and takes you as high as 4575 meters to witness yet another panoramic view of the beautiful Himalayas.

The Roopkund Kuari Pass Trek with Pangarchula summit trek is a merger of 2 of the best treks in the Himalayas and makes for a great experience and your vacation in the Indian Himalayas

Roopkund - Kuari Pass - Pangarchula Trek highlights

Top Reasons to Choose the Roopkund - Kuari Pass - Pangarchula Trek

Grand views of Nandaghungti (6309m), Trisul I (7120m), II (6690m), III (6007m) and other lots of other peaks of Garhwal and Kumaon.
The mystery and history of the Skeletal Lake - Roopkund. Its a small circular high altitude glacial lake surrounded by snow on most part of the year. The lake is surrounded by human bones which reveals itself mostly when the snow cover is lesser.
The top of Junargali pass not only takes you atop 5150 meters, but also opens up the view of the valley of Sheela Samudra to you, which is just breathtaking.
The best bugiyals or meadows of the Himalayas - Bedni Bugiyal and Ali Bugiyal.
The ever charismatic locals and their way of life.
Keeda Jadi or Yartsa Gumba and its crazy drive amongst the locals during June, July.
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.
Finally, the summit of the peak Pangarchula - 4575m to get the ultimate view of the Garhwal and Kumaon Himalayas

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Roopkund - Kuari Pass - Pangarchula Trek - Itinerary & Route Details

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Roopkund - Kuari Pass - Pangarchula Trek - A Detailed Overview

Top Reasons to Choose the Roopkund - Kuari Pass - Pangarchula Trek

Altitude and Acclimatization Profile For The Roopkund - Kuari Pass - Pangarchula Trek

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