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Garhwal Himalayas: Kalindikhal trek

Garhwal Himalayas: KalindiKhal

 or Gangotri to Badrinath trek

Starting from Delhi by car / deluxe bus on our 17 days tours. We drive towards Rishikesh. Visiting temples and Ashrams in Rishikesh we drive by car / coach to Gangotri - the most scenic Dham (pilgrimage site) in the Garhwal Himalayas. Arriving at Gangotri we commence   our trek as we walk through the lush rhododendron forests and alpine pastures to visit Gaumukh (cow snout). River Ganges gushes out here from the glacier snout overlooked by Shivling (6,543 m).  While  crossing  the glacier slopes that lead to the vast meadow at Tapovan, surrounded by magnificient peaks Crossing Kalindi Khal pass we arrive at Mana village and drive to Badrinath visiting around we drive to Joshimath. Spending few days exploring the Kumoun Himalaya. We drive back to Rishikesh than finally  to Delhi

TRIP FACTS

Region: Garhwal Himalaya,

Total Day: 17,

Trek Days: 10,

Grade: Easy to Technical Strenuous,

Equipment: Personal trekking equipment fit for higher altitude.,

Maximum Elevation : Kalindi Khal pass 5697 mtrs.,

Permits: Inner line permits required

OUTLINE TRIP ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrival  New Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi - Rishikesh, 230 kms,  6-7 hrs drive, car /deluxe bus.

Day 03 : Rishikesh - Uttarkashi 148 kms, 7 hrs. jeep / bus.

Day 04 : Uttarkashi - Gangotri , 101 kms, 5 hrs. Jeep,bus.

Day 05: GANGOTRI (3050 m) :

Day 06: Gangotri - Bhujbasa ( 3658m ),14 kms trek, 5 hrs.

Day 07: Bhujbasa - Gaumukh (3900 m) - Tapovan (4,463m) ,12 kms Trek. 4-5 hrs.

Day 08: Tapovan - Nandan Van (4500 m), 10 kms Trek.

Day 09: Nandanvan -Vasukital                                              

Day 10: Vasukital - Khara Pathar  ( 5456 mtrs ) , 4-5 hrs.                     

Day 11: Khara Pathar - Kalindikhal Base                                

Day 12: Kalindikhal Base - Kalindi pass (5947 mtrs) - Rajparav   5/6 hrs.   

Day 13: Rajparav - Arwatal                                    

Day 14: Arwatal -Gastoli

Day 15: Ghastoli - Mana Badrinath (3133m ),    trek 5-6 hrs. 

Day 16: Badrinath Joshimath.                     

Day 17: Joshimath - Rishikesh                                

Day 18: Rishikesh Delhi.                                                                   

Day 19: Fly back to hometown.

    • PRICE INCLUDES
  • 3 star hotel accomodations at New Delhi, Rishikesh.
  • All Trekking and camping gears.
  • All meals.
  • Staff: Guide, cook, helpers, HAP high altitude porters, camp boys.
  • Transportation as per itinerary.
  • National Park fees.
  • Medical supplies.
  • Airport transfers.
    • PRICE EXCLUDES.
  • International, domestic flight tickets.
  • Lunch & dinner in New Delhi, Rishikesh, Mussourie and Uttarkashi.
  • Personal gears ie. Sleeping bags & clothing .
  • Personal insurances.
  • Personal Tipping.
  • Alcoholic bevarages and soft drinks.
  • Any unforeseen cost arise by natural hazards such as lodging boarding, transportations due to road blocks.

 

 

Kalindikhal trek detailed trek itinerary

Day 01: Arrival  New Delhi.
Meeting upon at IGI - Indhira Gandhi International Airport and transfer to hotel.  

 

Day 02: Delhi Rishikesh, 230 kms,  6-7 hrs drive, car /deluxe bus.
Morning breakfast, afterwards drive to Rishikesh 6 hrs approx.. Rishikesh the most famous meditation and spritual center. Situated on the banks of river Ganges. Surrounded by Shivalik range of lower Himalayas on three side. Also its the starting point of all four sacred shrines. Check into hotel evening visit surrounding of RishiKesh : Laxman Jula and  Ashrams. Overnight hotel. 

 

Day 03 : Rishikesh - Uttarkashi 148 kms, 7 hrs. jeep / bus.
Morning after breakfast drive to Uttarkashi (1885 M) by covering approx 148 kms in 7 hrs. The road climbs up steadily to Srinagar and then onwards steeply. Overnight stay in Hotel.  

 

Day 04 : Uttarkashi - Gangotri , 101 kms, 5 hrs. Jeep.

Morning after breakfast drive to reach Gangotri (4038 M) by covering approx. 101 kms in 5 hrs. En-route visit the Gangotri hot springs. There is a beautiful Gorge at Bhairav Ghati. Overnight stay at Tourist Bungalow.

 

Day 05: GANGOTRI (3050 m)

With its famous Goddess GANGA , temple at Gangotri only inhabits during summer time. A boulde mark the spot where King Bhagirathi beseeched the goddess to descent to Earth. Temple dedicated to Ganga rises above the river. we explore around Gangotri.
 

Day 06: Gangotri Bhujbasa ( 3658m ),14 kms trek, 5 hrs.

Today we start the 2nd part of our trek to the source of Ganges. And follow a well defined trail of this pilgrimage route to Gangotri glacier. Enroute we stop for lunch at Chirbasa  was once a heavily forested area of Chir tree. Later continue trek  Bhujbasa following the river Bhagirathi.  Now we cross on a loose boulder a descent to Bhujbasa which named after a Bhuj tree. Enroute a magnificient view of Shivling and Meru peak. Overnight stay in camp.

 

Day 07: Bhujbasa Gaumukh (3900 m) Tapovan ( 4,463 m ) ,12 kms Trek. 4-5 hrs.
Today a fascinating day of  trek to Gaumukh the source of river Ganges. After Rajghat we will have the glimpse of Bhagirathi massif rising above 6500 mtrs. While the scene around is fascinating to see a Sadhu meditating half naked , pilgrims praying all around. Arrive at Gaumukh (cow mouth ) than cross the Gangotri glacier , climbing steadly arrive a meadows at Tapovan.Tapovan an open grassland and base camp of Mount Shivaling (6450m), Meru (6660m) and Gaumukh peaks . Overnight camp at Tapovan.

 

Day 08: Tapovan - Nandan Van (4500 m), 10 kms Trek.
After breakfast, ascent  towards Nandan Van along the left side of Gangotri glacier. The trek is little steep and challanging. Overnight camp.

 

Day 09: Nandanvan -Vasukital                                              

Today we trek along Chaturangi Glacier to Vasukital (4898 MT) 3-4 hours. The trek is steady upward. Overnight stay in camp situated by the side of the small lake.

 

Day 10: Vasukital - Khara Pathar  ( 5456 mtrs ) , 4-5 hrs.                     

Today after breakfast we start trek to Khara Pathar (5456 mtrs) which is named after sheer rock face of the slope. 4-5 hours from Vasukital. Overnight stay in the camp.

 

Day 11: Khara Pathar - Kalindikhal Base                                

An exhausting days of trek  10 Km to Kalindikhal Base -Sweta Glacier- (5500 mt). Enroute a view of Satopanth (7075 mtrs), Chandra (6739 mtrs) and other groups. A good view of Chandra Parvat . Overnight stay in the camp. 

 

Day 12: Kalindikhal Base Kalindi pass (5947 mtrs) - Rajparav   5/6 hrs.   

Trek to Rajparav (4910 mt) in 5-6 hours spending some time at the Kalindi Pass (5947 mt).  Cross the icefall and than  climb the Kalindi slopes and finally descend . Overnight stay in the camp.

 

Day 13: Rajparav - Arwatal                                    

Trek to Arwatal (3910 mt) 13 km 5-6 hours . Overnight stay in the camp.

 

Day 14: Arwatal -Gastoli                                           

Trek to Ghastoli (3796 km), 16 Km in 6-7 hours . On the way there is a ITBP (Indo Tibetan Border Police) check point existed for inner line permission check post  Overnight stay in the camp.

 

Day 15: Ghastoli - Mana Badrinath (3133m ),    trek 5-6 hrs.            

Trek to Mana village 14 Km in 5-6 hours on a good pony trail.  drive 2 Km to reach Badrinath. Overnight stay in the Hotel.

Badrinath is one of the four secred shrine (char Dham ) of Hindu, situated at 3133 mtrs. Nar and Narayan mountains are on both sides with Neel Kanth peak   providing a splendid back drop. Facing the back of temple by Alaknanda river. Where there is a hot water spring known as TaptKund. Badri Van forest of berries was once carpeted with wild berries. Badrinath temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu , the temple of Badrinath ji built in a 15 mtrs height in a form of cone. Overnight stay at hotel or camp.

 

Day 16: Badrinath - Joshimath.                     

Visit the holy shrine of Badrinath and drive down to reach Joshimath 44 Km from Badrinath. Overnight stay in the Hotel. Visit Adi guru Shankracharaya temple, Narsimha temple. Visiting these places a  trip to Auli (winter sports centre and hill station  of Kumoun region. There is a lift way car at Auli. Overnight stay at hotel in Auli.

Auli : Auli the most popular ski resorts in India and winter sports destination of Garhwal hills of Uttranchal. It provides an excellent panoramic view of the giant mountain peaks like Nanda Devi, Kamet and Dunagiri     

 

Day 17: Joshimath - Rishikesh                                

Today drive through Nandprayag, Karanprayag, Rudraprayag, Devprayag to reach Rishikesh 253 km . Overnight stay at the hotel.    

           

Day 18: Rishikesh Delhi.

Morning after breakfast drive to  Delhi by covering 230 km. 6/7 hrs. Check in hotel for overnight stay. 

                                                                                             

Day 19: Fly back to hometown.

transfer to the IGI Airport to board the flight for onwards journey


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Manali: Solang valley and Beas Kund trek

Accommodation: “Sleeping bags were very high quality and tents were spacious. Shower facilities provided at end of trek were an added bonus. Food: Surpassed all expectations. We were fed huge portions and there were always enough snacks to get us up the last few hundred meters. Service: Everyone was very welcoming and helpful, always ready to answer our questions. The friendly campfires at night topped off the experience. Trek: The Beas Kund trek was exactly what we were looking for. The scenery was breathtaking and our guide Ravinder was always ready to accommodate our request and take us up to 4000m. Overall: the fantastic few days in the beautiful part of the country made better by booking our trek with Potala Adventurers Company. We would definitely recommend Potala Adventurers to our friends! ”.

Harriet M. & group. London, ENGLAND, 31 Oct. - 03 Nov. 2011.

 

Hamta Pass and Chandratal lake trek

Days: 4 nights 5 days. Guide: Ravinder, very informative, helpful and friendly. Took good care and guided well. Cook: Prem, cooked very delicious food, very fast. Did not say no to anything we asked. Horseman: Megh Singh. Nice guy, friendly. Equipment: Excellent, all in good conditions.

About Potala: Overall I was a beautiful, memorable experience. Service offered by Potala was very good and highly satisfactory. We would definitely recommend Potala to our friends. Thanks to Mr. Tenzin and his team, for organizing wonderful trek”. Mr. Karishnamurthy and Mrs. Shruti H - Bangalore - Karnataka. 19th Sep. - 23 Sep. 2011

 

Ladakh to Spiti trek and climb of Kanamo peak

“I have completed the Parang la trek from Karzok to Kibber and Kanamo peak from 08 Aug. 2011 to 20 Aug. 2011 organized by Potala Adventurers, with leading Guide Umesh and assistant Guide Ravinder. They are professional, experience, knowledgeable, friendly and helpful.  Umesh has assisted me several times on the river crossings and willing to wait for me, as I am always walking slowly. With no complaints, and also give me support with encouragement on passing the Parang la pass and on the Kanamo peak and give full support on during the road blocking on the Batal – Chatru. He also shared with me of his climbing experience and others about the regional history & culture to make the trip interesting.  Ravinder served as assistant guide but also acted as cook on the trek. He has done a good job on cooking includes breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and dinner. I like much of his fried rice and noodles, potato chips and mixed veg. He also clean up campsite area and burnoff the garbage before leaving, in support of the eco-tourism.

I also like to thank you Tenzin Ningbo to secure me the bus ticket New Del / Manali / Del and the booking on the sunshine guest house which provide me the comfortable and nice stay. As well as to Ningbo for all his support me during my stay in Manali.

Last but not least, I would like to thank you Mr. Prem Singh of Potala Adventurers to well organize of this trek, the trek is challenging and overall the trip is rewarding, especially on the Spiti valley tour. I would like to come back very soon in the near future for another trek”.

Yours - Stanley Lai, Singapore, 25 Aug. 2011

 

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1) We loved the trip; it was very well organized by Tenzin and his team. Ravinder was our Guide, and he took great care of us through the entire trip. We loved POTALA Adventurers and will come back for more next year. We love Lakpa Ji, Prem ji and Chotu helped with excellent cooking. Shanti Sunder- Mumbai - 20.7.11 – 24.7.11

2) It was a fabulous, out of the world experience. It was very well organized by the Potala team. A special mention to our guide Ravinder, who turned out to our friend and philosopher. Our drive Mr. Lakpa Seth, and other Mr. Prem Ji and Chotu were also a great team. We completely enjoyed the whole trip and hope to keep coming back. Hema Ambadan- Mumbai. 25.7.11

3) An excellent, adventurous and beautiful trip. We had an excellent team with us. The guide Ravinder was the best person to accompany us, he help us all the way. The cook Prem made excellent food. Mr. Lakpa who drove us from Chandratal to Manali was one of the best and trusted guy to drive on this mountainous road. To sure it, we had a great trip. Thanks to Potala Adventurers.

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4) I totally agree with this, it was really super excellent adventurous trip.

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Manali: Hamta Pass Trek

Hi Prem,

Our Hamta Pass trek was awesome. The entire Potala Adventurers team- Kenjil (your brother), Ravinder (Guide), Dinesh (Cook), and the porters were very friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed the trek and the company of your team right from booking till the end.

The trek was beautiful and adventurous. Ravinder and his team made the whole treking experience wonderful. We were really impressed by Ravinder's knowledge and passion for the mountains. He was very friendly and caring which made the whole treking experience even more beautiful. He also mastered his team (cook and porters) very well. All the staff was very nice, committed and cheerful. The food and camping arrangements throughout five days were excellent.

Attached are few memories

We would definitely like to do many more treks with you (Potala Adeventurers) in future.

A big thank you to the Potala team.

Keep it up and wishing you the very best.

Cheers

Neha & Avnish – New Delhi, 20 - 24 June 2011

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Mr. Prem Singh,

Thanks for organising the trek - from our perspective it was very enjoyable and met our objective of a light and comfortable trek. I would definitely like to recommend your name to anyone going for a trek starting from Manali and especially highlight the flexibility you offered in organising a cost effective trek for only two people, the good and hot food and courteous and helpful staff.

We are currently planning another trek (after 1-2 months), may be to Hamta pass, with a group of 2-4 people. Will be in touch with you for the same.

Once again thanks very much for a memorable experience.

regards,

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Potala Adventurers has gone out of the way to make my Hamta pass trek truly memorable.  The Guide and porters were true professionals. They were able to assist me in providing information to questions I have and also helped me cross steep glaciers along the way. This is crucial for me, having little experience walking in ice. I also wish to compliment them on the elaborated food dished out everyday and appreciate the extra blankets when weather turns cold. I also deeply appreciate the company for helping me make pre and post trip accommodation and onward travel arrangements without being asked and providing invaluable advice.

David L. – SINGAPORE – 11 June 2011

I went on the Hamta pass trek in early June.  I had not read much about the trek before I left, so I didn’t know what I had coming. I was positively surprised with the good knowledge the Guide had about the areas we were passing through.  He seems to have real passion for mountains and trekking, which was really encouraging for me. The cook did his best to provide us with the nice dishes as far as it could be done.  All the staff on the trek acted professionally in every situation, even when my trek partner was forced to make decision to return with the porters. The cook and the Guide did their best to serve me the food I needed on the last two days of the trek, although we didn’t carry any cooking equipment with us. The tent and sleeping bags we were given were also just right for the wind and weather conditions. Altogether an amazing experience I won’t forget.

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2) Prem cook – Very hard working, excellent cook who made our trip enjoyable. Very nice and polite person.

3) Dinesh – helper also very hard working.  Ever smiling – ready to help anytime and very sincere and very polite.

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