Gulabi Kantha Trek

Overview

Gulabi Kantha is a calm and scenic trek in Uttarakhand that gives you a true Himalayan experience. It is suitable for beginners and those who love peace, nature, and mountain life. The trail offers forest walks, open meadows, snowy ridges, and wide mountain views — all in one short trek.

Trek Overview

Why You Should Do the Gulabi Kantha Trek

• You will walk through open meadows filled with colourful wildflowers.

• The trail passes through small mountain villages like Nishni, where you can see local wooden houses and old temples.

• The forest is full of oak, rhododendron, and cedar trees.

• You will camp at Seema Thatch, a beautiful meadow surrounded by hills.

• The sunrise and sunset views are very beautiful from the campsites.

• From the top, you can see high Himalayan peaks like Swargarohini, Bandarpunch, Mount Jaonli, and the Gangotri range.

• The trail changes with every season — green in summer, full of flowers in spring, and covered with snow in winter.

• It is a quiet and peaceful trek with fewer crowds.

Quick Itinerary

Detailed Itinerary

Detailed Day-Wise Itinerary

Day 1: Reach Hanuman Chatti (Drive – 180 km, 6–7 hours)

Check in at the guesthouse and relax. Dinner will be served, followed by a short briefing about the trek plan.

Day 2: Hanuman Chatti to Kandola Chhani (Trek – 5 km, 4–5 hours)

After breakfast, start your trek from Hanuman Chatti towards Kandola Chhani. The trail goes through green forests filled with oak and rhododendron trees. You will see mountain streams and open meadows on the way.
By afternoon, you will reach the campsite at Kandola Chhani. It’s a peaceful spot with beautiful views of the nearby hills. Rest and enjoy the evening with tea and dinner before spending the night in tents.

Day 3: Kandola Chhani to Seema Thatch (Trek – 6 km, 6–7 hours)

Today’s trek is slightly longer but full of great views. The trail climbs gently through forests and grasslands. As you move higher, you will see wide meadows and open areas.
You will reach Seema Thatch, a high-altitude meadow and the base camp for Gulabi Kantha. The place is surrounded by green hills and has amazing sunset views. After reaching, have evening snacks and rest in your tents.

Day 4: Seema Thatch to Gulabi Kantha Summit and back to Kandola Chhani (Trek – 15 km total)

Wake up early today for the most exciting part of the trek—the Gulabi Kantha Summit. You will start before sunrise to enjoy the first light at the top. The climb is gradual and safe.
From the summit, you will get clear views of famous Himalayan peaks like Swargarohini, Bandarpunch, Mount Jaonli, and the Gangotri range. After spending some time at the top, you will come back down to Kandola Chhani. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.

Day 5: Kandola Chhani to Hanuman Chatti (Trek – 5 km) and Drive to Dehradun

After breakfast, trek back to Hanuman Chatti through the same trail. The descent is easy and takes around 3 to 4 hours.
From Hanuman Chatti, drive back to Dehradun.

Inclusions

• Stay in the guesthouse (Day 1) and camps (Day 2–4)

• All meals from Day 1 dinner to Day 5 breakfast

• Trek leader, guide, cook, and support staff

• Sleeping bags, mats, tents, and kitchen tents

• First aid medical support

• Trek permit and forest fees

• Trek completion certificate

Exclusions

• Transport from Dehradun and back

• Food during travel days

• Personal expenses or tips

• Insurance and medical costs

• Porter or mule for personal luggage

• Any extra cost due to bad weather or roadblocks

Other Details

Who Can Join

• Minimum age: 9 years

• Good physical fitness required

• Should be able to jog 5 km in 35 minutes or walk 10 km in 80 minutes

• Beginners can also join

• You should be able to carry a small backpack (3–5 kg if offloading, 10–12 kg if not)

Things to Carry

Basic Gear

• Backpack (50–60L) with rain cover

• Small daypack (20–30L) if offloading bag

• Trekking pole or stick

• Two 1L water bottles or thermos

• Lunch box and spoon

• Snacks like dry fruits, energy bars

• Personal medicines

Clothing

• 2–3 trek pants

• Warm jacket and thermals

• Woolen cap and gloves

• Rain jacket or poncho

• Good trekking shoes

• Extra socks

Important Tips

• Carry your original ID proof.

• Keep a buffer day in your travel plan in case of weather delays.

• Follow the trek leader’s instructions for safety.

• Stay hydrated and take small steps while trekking.

• Respect nature and do not litter.

Departure Dates

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellation due to weather, road blocks, government restrictions, or natural conditions is handled case by case by the team.
• Client cancellations are reviewed against the confirmed booking date and payment status.
• Payment link is shared only after availability, group size, inclusions, GST, and final price are confirmed.