• Day 1: Getting to base camp- Sankri
  • Sankari Altitude: 1967 meters
  • Distance: 200 km by road and time taken around 8-10 hours.
  • Sankari Highlights: Pine forests, tons rivers, and pictorial views.
• Day 2: Taluka to Seema
  • Altitude: 7053 feet to 8530 feet
  • Distance: 14-15 km
  • Time taken: 6-7 hours
• Day 3: Seema to Har ki Dun
  • Altitude: 8530 feet to 11482 feet
  • Distance: 13-14 km
  • Time taken: 5-6 hours
• Day 4: Ratta-tho to Upper Lamjunga
  • Distance: 6 km trek and time taken around 7 hours
  • Altitude: 3,430 mts
  • Highlights: 360-degree view of a mountain peak and mesmerizing sunrise.
• Day 5: Upper Lamjunga – Borasu Pass – Bonga Camp
  • Altitude:16076 feet to 17224 feet to 14763 feet
  • Distance:10-12 km
  • Time taken: 8-9 hours
• Day 6: Bonga Camp – Doria Camp – Chitkul
  • Altitude: 14763 feet to 13123 feet to 11318 feet
  • Distance: 15-16 km Time taken: 9-10 hours
  • Time taken :9-10 hours

Day 1: Getting to base camp- Sankri/ Taluka

Take an overnight train from Delhi to Dehradun. There are two night trains accessible from Delhi to Dehradun (really look at the 'arriving' tab for additional subtleties.) The drive till Sankri will take you through Nainbagh, Naugaon, Purola, Jarmola,Mori Naitwar (left from Naitwar will lead you to Dhaula, which is the headquarters for Rupin Pass and Bharadsar Lake journey), lastly Sankri.

DAY 2: Snakari Village to Juda Ka Talab

Taluka is a little, lethargic village with a couple of shops, inns, backwoods rest house and stone havens. Recharge your provisions here, as this is the keep going town coming. There is no telephone corner and you infrequently have power in Taluka, so ensure you have charged your batteries and settled on your last telephone decisions prior to arriving at Taluka. You get an astounding perspective on Har ki Dun Ganga River from the yard of the Forest Rest house.

Day 3: Seema to Har ki Dun

Today will be a steady move as you will acquire 900 meters in 5-6 hours. Remove the path that moves from the Forest Rest House towards the right. Inside couple of moments, you will go over an engineered overpass. Cross the scaffold and forge ahead the path that trips up steeply on the opposite side. This path likewise goes to Osla town. As you move up, you will see a powerful cascade on the opposite side.

Day 4: Ratta-tho to Upper Lamjunga

The present will be a short however steep ascension. Take the path that goes through stones and moves down to arrive at the waters of Borasu Glacier. Borasu pass and pinnacles are apparent up and down the path. Forge ahead the sloppy path, keeping the waterbed to one side. The path goes through lush glades keeping away from the slush on the edge of the water body. In around 10 - 15 minutes, you go over a stream. Cross the stream and forge ahead the level knoll.

Day 5: Upper Lamjunga – Borasu Pass – Bonga Camp

Today will be a taxing day. You need to begin as right on time as could really be expected. You can consider brilliant to be to your left side as the sun's first beam sparkles upon them. Looking behind you can see blue skies, snow-covered pinnacles, excellent green valley, Borasu icy mass, and Saunbhera campground down underneath. Begin strolling on the slow snow slant toward the pass. Inside 5 – 10 minutes, you go over certain stones encompassed by snow; the path passes between the rocks.

Day 6: Bonga Camp – Doria Camp – Chitkul

You can part this journey into two days by ending 1-2 km before Rani Kanda ITBP camp right off the bat and moving towards Chitkul the following day. In the wake of engrossing the dazzling green glades, smooth stream, blue sky and snow pinnacles of Bonga campground, continue towards Chitkul.

Take the path that follows the stream. You will before long discover free shakes, mud and scree coming. After around 40 minutes, the path plummets through free stones to join the stream. Forge ahead the path that goes corresponding to the stream. You can see that the slants are as yet covered with snow on the opposite side of the stream. After around 10 minutes, you cross the stream followed by a little snow fix and afterward the path proceeds through free shakes.

How to Reach Borasu Pass Trek?

There is a various mode to reach Borasu Pass Tre:

By Air:-

Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, is located about 20 km from the city. You will find a daily flight from Delhi to Dehradun.

By Train:-

Overnight train to Dehradun from Delhi

Nanda Devi Express - Departure 11:50 PM Arrival - 05:40 AM
Dehradun Express - Departure - 09:10 PM Arrival - 05:00 AM

By Bus:-

From Delhi's ISBT Kashmere Gate, regular bus service from Delhi to Dehradun is available. Note: We recommend taking only government buses from ISBT Kashmere Gate.

Quick Overview:

The vehicle will pick you up from Dehradun Railway Station at 6:00 am, pick charges are included.
You will reach Sankri around 05:00 PM
Food from Dehradun to Sankri is not included in the Kedarkanath trek

Inclusions:

1. Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
2. Meals while on trek (Veg.+ Egg)
3. Trek equipments: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required)
4. All necessary permits and entry fees.
5. First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
6. Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide and Support staff.
7. Transport from Dehradun to Sankri and return (According to itinerary)
8. Mules to carry the central luggage

Exclusions:

1. Any kind of personal expenses.
2. Food during the transit.
3. Insurance.
4. Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
5. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head.
6. Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.

Note:

Normally Shail hikers expect to carry your personal luggage on your own, if you wish to offload your backpack, you can give it to Mule.
Charges of offloading backpack:-
INR 1200/- if you make an online payment, 10 days in advance
INR 1500/- if you inform us after reaching Sankri
The backpack cannot weigh more than 11 kgs. Backpack should have waterproof cover. Suitcases/strolleys/ bags will not be allowed.

To book Kedarkantha Trek/ adventure program please use our online booking form or, alternatively, you can call us on the given for confirmation of tour you have to wire a deposit and initial deposit.

Paying the Trek/ Adventure activity fee:

The fee can be paid by online transfer/check deposit/ demand draft. Instruction for payment will be forwarded along with your confirmation email. When your transfer is done, please e-mail us a confirmation mail with your transfer details, so that we can follow up your reservation efficiently.

When to Book:

It is wise to make your booking at least two months in advance. However, if you want a good deal on your domestic/international flight, we recommend organising your trip at least five months in advance. (Please contact us if you require a late booking)

Cancellation Policy:

Terms for Cancellation & Refund:

Customer is suppose to make a full payment in advance for the confirm bookings.

If in case a confirmed booking needs to be cancel than below are the refund policies

1. Prior 30 days of the confirmed date, 50% of the total amount would be refunded
2. Prior 25 days of the confirmed date, 40% of the total amount would be refunded
3. Prior 20 days of the confirmed date, 30% of the total amount would be refunded
4. Prior 15 days of the confirmed date, 20% of the total amount would be refunded
5. Prior 10 days of the confirmed date, 10% of the total amount would be refunded

Note: After the said time the Shail hikers would not be entertaining any cancelation and no amount would be refunded whatsoever.

Trekking Gear

1. Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
2. Day Pack Bag - Recommended for treks with summit day
3. Head Torch with spare Batteries. Qty -1
4. U V protection sunglasses. Qty -1
5. Water Bottles: 2 bottles of 1 liter each

Footwear

1. Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle trekking shoes Qty -1
2. Pair of light weight Slipper/Sandals Qty -1

Clothing

1. Quick Dry Warm lower or Track Pants. Qty - 2
2. Full sleeves T-shirts/ Sweatshirts. 1 for every 2 days of trekking
3. Pair of thick woolen socks. 1 pair for every two days of trekking
4. Thermal Body warmer Upper & Lower. Qty-1
5. Undergarments. Qty - 1 for every day of trekking
6. Warm jacket closed at wrist & neck .Qty-1
7. Full sleeves sweater. Qty -1
8. Rain wear ( Jacket & Pants ) . Qty-1
9. Pair of waterproof, warm gloves. Qty-1
10. Woolen cap. Qty-1
11. Sun shielding Hat. Qty -1

Toiletries

1. Personal toiletries kit (Small Towel, Toilet paper, paper soap, Bar soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, cold cream etc.)
2. Sun screen lotion small pack . Qty -1
3. Lip Balm small pack. Qty-1

Utensils

1. Small size, Light weight & Leak proof lunch box. Qty-1
2. Plate. Qty- 1
3. Spoon.Qty-1
4. Tea/Coffee (plastic) Mug.Qty-1

Miscellaneous

1. Camera (Optional)
2. Carry your medicines in plenty in case you have any specific ailment. Consult your doctor before joining the trek.
3. Dry fruits, Nuts, Chocolate bars (Optional)

Fitness For Trekking

Experiencing venture is almost everyone's energy or dream. In any case, before starting or expecting an ascension, you should think about the during and post-venture desolation of your body. It is central to be adequately ready to participate in your whole excursion with no aggravation of body hurt. One book or pick some time before going on an ascension, so you have a ton of time rehearsing your body and setting it up to become versatile for the outing.

Following are some advantages of training yourself before trek:

• It fosters aerobic fitness.
• It improves blood circulation and breathing functions as well.
• It makes the heart strong, preventing it from any problem.
• It helps in toning legs.
• Muscles get build-up which is very beneficial.

Therefore, one must do practice to gain all these benefits. It is not only for the trek but for lifetime fitness also.
Let's have a look at some factors which must be kept in mind to practice before trek:

Importance of Stretching

It helps the body become flexible and allows you to move your body in any direction you want quickly. It helps make the joints such as shoulders, elbows, hips and knees stronger to prevent any mishappening. It provides much relaxation to your body and relieves the pain. And if you are going on a trek, it is essential to practice stretching way before your hike. It will help you in moving to the higher altitudes region more efficiently.

Sleep like baby

It is always said that one must sleep like a baby. It means sleep without any worries. This makes you have an adequate amount of sleep which is a significant factor in daily life. So, practice it daily and also before your trek. Try to make yourself comfortable to sleep at higher altitudes.

Good Shoes-Good Trek

It is so evident that one has to walk and only walk while Trekking, so it is far more essential to have a good pair of trekking/hiking shoes. Practice walking by wearing your boots before the trek to make yourself used to them. You may opt for an option to keep an extra pair in your bag while trek to help yourself in the opposite condition.

July - 2023