The Kedarkantha Trek is a popular winter trek located in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, India. This trek offers stunning views of snow-capped peaks, dense forests, and serene meadows, making it an ideal adventure for both novice and experienced trekkers. The trek spans five days and four nights, starting and ending in Dehradun, and includes all meals, accommodations, guides, camping equipment, and transportation.
Short Itinerary
Day 1: Dehradun to Sankri
- Travel: Depart from Dehradun early in the morning (around 6 AM) for an 8-hour drive to Sankri (6,500 ft).
- Accommodation: Overnight stay in guesthouses.
Day 2: Sankri to Juda Ka Talab
- Trek Distance: 4 km
- Trek Duration: 4-5 hours
- Altitude Gain: From 6,500 ft to 9,100 ft
- Accommodation: Camp near Juda Ka Talab (a beautiful lake).
- Meals: Breakfast at Sankri, packed lunch during the trek, dinner at the campsite.
Day 3: Juda Ka Talab to Kedarkantha Base
- Trek Distance: 4 km
- Trek Duration: 2.5 hours
- Altitude Gain: From 9,100 ft to 11,250 ft
- Accommodation: Camp at Kedarkantha Base.
- Meals: Breakfast at Juda Ka Talab, packed lunch during the trek, dinner at the campsite.
Day 4: Kedarkantha Base to Kedarkantha Summit and Descend to Hargaon
- Trek Distance: 9 km (to summit and back)
- Trek Duration: Approximately 7-8 hours
- Altitude Gain: From 11,250 ft to 12,500 ft (summit)
- Accommodation: Camp at Hargaon.
- Meals: Early breakfast before summit push; lunch at base camp; dinner at Hargaon campsite.
Day 5: Hargaon to Sankri and Return to Dehradun
- Trek Distance: 6 km
- Trek Duration: Approximately 4 hours
- Altitude Loss: From 8,900 ft to 6,400 ft
- Travel Back: After lunch in Sankri, drive back to Dehradun (approximately 8 hours).
- Meals: Breakfast at Hargaon; lunch in Sankri; dinner on the way back.
Inclusions
- All meals during the trek.
- Accommodations in guesthouses and camping equipment.
- Professional guides for safety and assistance.
- Transportation from Dehradun to Sankri and back.