Duration : 16 Nights / 17 Days
Departures from : Delhi - Rishikesh - Pipalkoti - Helang - Urgam - Kalpeshwar - Urgam - Kalgot - Rudranath - Sagar - Mandal - Chopta - Turgnath - Jagasu - Gaundhar - Madhmaheshwar - Guptkashi - Kedarnath - Rurapryag - Rishikesh - Delhi
Region :Garhwal Himalayas
Base : Rishikesh
Best Time to Visit : May to November
Nature of Trek : Moderate
Kalindikhal Trek is a trek that takes you halfway round Garhwal from the Bhagirathi Valley to the Alaknanda Valley. A trip only for those who have done high altitude treks before; its very mention gives a thrill to even the most seasoned of climbers. The trek starts from Gangotri and takes you through Nandavan, the base of the Bhagirathi peaks, a place that offers an unparalleled view of the Shivling peak.
The trail moves on to Vasukital (4900 m). With towering peaks all around the lake, its surface shimmers like a pearl and is the source of the Vasuki Ganga that drains into the Mandakini. We proceed to cross the Kalindikhal pass (5968 m), a tough climb from where you feel that there is little else left to be seen. It is as if you are a part of this majestic setting of snow peaks. The trail then descends to Arwatal and Mana the last village on the Chinese frontier. The trek fittingly ends at Badrinath with a visit to the holy temple.
Panch Kedars:
Kedarnath (3584 m), Madhmaheshwar (3289 m), Tungnath (3810 m), Rudranath (2286 m), Kalpanath (2134 m)
ITINERARY
DAY 01 : ARRIVE DELHI
Upon Arrival in Delhi, you are met and transferred to your pre-booked hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 02 : DELHI - RISHIKESH (230 KMS/6-7HRS)
After an early breakfast drive towards Rishikesh, en route glimpses of Ganga Ghats & Temples in Haridwar later proceed to Rishikesh. Upon arrival check into your pre-booked hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 03 : RISHIKESH - PIPALKOTI (1219 MTS/3998 FT) 218 KMS/7-8 HRS
After an early breakfast drive towards Pipalkoti via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karanprayag, and Nandprayag. Upon arrival, check into your pre-booked hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 04 : PIPALKOTI - HELANG - URGAM (2134 MTS/7000 FT) 9 KMS TREK/3-4 HRS
After breakfast, a 15 km drive to Helang. Trek start from here to reach Urgam Village. We follow the Road bridge to cross the Alaknanda River. It passes through the dense forest, murmuring waterfalls along with KalpGanga. Urgam Valley is known for its Apple orchard, terraced fields, and Potatoes. Evening free at leisure. Overnight at camps.
DAY 05 : URGAM - KALPESHWAR - URGAM (2 KMS ONE SIDE)
Today morning trek up to first Kedar(one of the Panch Kedar) carry your packed lunch along with. The Locks(hair)of Lord Shiva is worshiped in this temple. You will have a panoramic view of the valley with terraced fields and lush green forests. Later come back to camp. overnight at Camps.
DAY 06 : URGAM - KALGOT (2215 MTS/7265 FT)
An early breakfast today we trek to Kalgot Village crossing the dense forest, lush green meadows. Upon arrival at Kalgot village interact with local people and experience their culture. Overnight at Camps.
DAY 07 : KALGOT - RUDRANATH (2286 MTS/7498 FT)
Today morning go for a trek up to Sri Rudranath, one form of Lord Shiva. Here the face of Lord Shiva is worshiped. You can see a splendid view of Hathi Parvat, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti, Trishuli, and another group of mountains from here. Here we also visit some temples like Suryakund, Chandrakund, Tarakund which is located nearby the temple. Overnight at Tented accommodation.
DAY 08 : RUDRANATH - SAGAR - MANDAL (18 KMS TREK/8 KMS DRIVE)
After finishing with an early breakfast trek down to Sagar Village passing through dense forest and meadows. Later drive towards Mandal from here. This place has a huge amount of rain around the year, that's why we also call it “Cherapunji” of Garhwal. Overnight at Camps.
DAY 09 : MANDAL - CHOPTA (2900 MTS/9512 FT) - TUNGNATH (19 KMS/2 HRS/TREK 3.5 KMS
Early breakfast and drive to Chopta, located at an altitude of 290 mt above sea level. This place has an outstanding view of Himalayas ranges and the beautiful surrounding areas. Carry your packed lunch along with and trek towards Tungnath (the Third Kedar). It is placed at an altitude of 3680 mt above sea level. While trekking you will find lush green meadows and get to see the snow-clad Himalayan range. Upon arrival at Tungnath visit the Temple. After relaxing a bit, you can trek up to Chandrashila peak one kilometer ahead. Overnight at Tungnath.
DAY 10: TUNGNATH - CHOPTA - JAGASU - GAUNDHAR
Today morning comes back to Chopta by trek and later drive towards the Place called Jagasu (45 kms/2 hrs). Here is very significant and worth seeing the confluence of Madmaheshwar Ganga and Makandya Ganga, the last place before reaches Madmaheshwar. Overnight at Camps.
DAY 11: GAUNDHAR - MADHMAHESHWAR (3289 MTS/10788 FT)
After finishing with an early breakfast start trekking up to Madhya Maheshwar(The forth Lord Shiva Temple of Panch Kedar) taking 5-6 hrs by covering about 18 km). It is believed that the navel mid part of the body reappeared at this shrine after disappearing at Kedarnath. Upon arrival, you get to see the panoramic view of Chaukhamba, Kedarnath, and Neelkanth Peaks. Overnight at Tents.
DAY 12: MADHMAHESHWAR - GAUNDHAR
Morning trek down to Gaundhar.Overnight at Tents.
DAY 13: GAUNDHAR - JAGASU - GUPTKASHI
After finishing with an early breakfast, trek to Jagasu up to 12 km trek. Later drive Guptkashi (30 Kms). Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 14: GUPTKASHI - GAURIKUND - KEDARNATH (3584 MTS/11756 FT)
After breakfast drive to Gaurikund and proceed for trekking up to Sri Kedarnath, (one of the 12th Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva). Upon arrival check-in and evening free at leisure and can also explore the beauties of the region around. Overnight stay.
DAY 15: KEDARNATH - GAURIKUND - RUDRAPARYAG
After finishing an early breakfast, trek down to Gaurikund and drive to Rudraprayag alongside river Mandakini. Later check into your pre-booked hotel. You can also have glimpses of the significant confluence of Alaknanda & Mandakini Rivers. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 16: RUDRAPARYAG - RISHIKESH (130 KMS/4 HRS)
After breakfast in the morning, drive down to Rishikesh via Devprayag(confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi), River Ganges begins from here. Upon arrival in Rishikesh check into your pre-booked hotel. Evening free at leisure. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 17: DELHI DEPARTURE
After an early breakfast, drive back to Delhi. Evening departure transfer to International Airport to board flight for onwards journey.
