Kalindi Pass Expedition

Day 1 : Pickup from Dehradun Railway Station and Drive to Gangotri

Total distance – 258 km – 10/11 Hours journey

Mode of journey – – By taxi

Altitude – Gangotri – 3415 Meter

Night stay – Our Mandakini Hotel – on twin share basis

Himalayan Hikers organizes transport for trekkers from Dehradun Railway Station in the morning which will leave for Gangotri around 6:00 am to 7:00 am.

Get in the vehicle from Dehradun and enjoy the picturesque journey along Bhagirathi River’s bank and forest stretches to reach Gangotri base camp. It is the base camp of Tapovan trek

Dehradun is the capital of Uttarakhand and one of the most beautiful places in India. The main attraction of this place is Rajpur road go through it and get a glimpse of Dehradun’s beauty. Reach Mussoorie after an hour which is also known as “Queen of Hills”. People visit it heavily during vacations with their family and friends.

After half an hour, stop at Suwakholi Have breakfast there and witness people from different parts of the world. The break will be of maximum 1 hour. Ahead the peaks are visible and further you will come close

Further you will cross the small Chinyalisaur of Dharasu Reach Uttarkashi around 1:30 pm and take a break there for lunch. After having Go through the picturesque zig- zag road to Gangotri via Harshil

Freshen up and enjoy evening snacks in the open Garden with great views. You will be provided some details after which you can go for evening walk but be at the hotel, Mandakini at Gangotri for dinner.

Day 2 : Rest Day + Acclimatization

Today all the equipment will be checked and then go for short hikes nearby and rest for the night.

Day 3 :Trek from Gangotri to Bhojbasa camp via Chirbasa

Trek Distance – 14 km – 7/8 Hours journey

Mode of journey – On foot

Altitude – Bhojbasa – 3775 Meter

Night Stay – Camp – on twin share basis

The trek to Bhojbasa is long so start the day early. Go through the market then the trail is through forested area. Ahead reach a valley with pine trees, cross it and trek through boulder zone. On the way have a glance of Bhagirathi peaks Gomukh glacier.

The trail is wide and easy now. Pass through many landslide prone areas and encounter the breath-taking views of Bhagirathi peaks, and Mt. Shivling. Here Sanyasis and Sadhus can be seen in the caves. Cross ridges, and now the trail becomes rocky and barren. Bhojbasa is the widest point in the valley. Campsite is in a plain terrain from where you can get magnificent views of snow covered peaks and Bhagirathi River flows beside.

Bhojbasa has a small temple, explore the area in the afternoon. In the evening witness the sun setting behind the Bhagirathi group of Peaks which makes them look glorifying and extremely beautiful.

Relish the beauty, enjoy incredible scenery and sight of Mt. Shivling and retire for the night.

Day 4 : Trek from Bhojbasa camp to via Gomukh to Nandanvan camp

Trek Distance – 08 km – 5/6 Hours journey

Mode of journey – On foot

Altitude – Nandanvan – 4810 Meter

Night Stay – Camp – on twin share basis

Today the trail is steep and the climb is difficult from Gomukh to Nandanvan is a steep ascent and it will take 2 hours to reach there. You will be crossing Gangotri glacier to reach Nandanvan. Cross Akash Ganga stream, reach Gangotri Glacier and find a way to descent.

On glacier there is thick ice, remains of rocks and big boulders. Trekking on Gangotri glacier is difficult because of its slippery parts and the rocks can fall. Descent and climb up 100 meters to reach Nandanvan, the climb is through a landslide prone area.

This meadow is at the base of Bhagirathi. Reach Nandanvan and witness clear views of Mt. Shivling, Mt. Meru and Kedar Dome. Setup your tents here and retire for the night.

Day 5 : Trek from Nandanvan to Vasuki Tal

Trek Distance –06 km – 4/5 Hours journey

Mode of journey – On foot

Altitude – Vasuki Tal – 4978 Meter

Night Stay – Our campsite – on twin share basis

After breakfast trek from Vasuki Tal is the base camp of Mt. Satopanth and Mt. Vasuki. Today, you will be trekking along Chaturangi glacier to reach this sacred pristine lake, it is believed that Lord Vishnu took bath in it.

The aura here is divine, many of the places in Uttarakhand are of great significance to Hindus and Vasuki Tal is one of them. Pass through rocky terrain, ascent isn’t very steep but the distance is long so you may get tired. On the way get entrancing views of Chaturangi glacier.

Vasuki Tal lies amidst snow covered mountains and it remains frozen in winters. Witness rare Himalayan Brahma Kamals and other flowers growing in abundance around this exciting lake. Explore this and relish the beautiful views offered.

Setup your tents near nearby and enjoy your meal there afterwards retire for the night.

Day 6 : Acclimatization Day at Vasuki Tal

Let your body adjust according to the environment to prevent altitude sickness, you can relax today or go for a short hikes nearby. From tomorrow the difficult part of this expedition starts.
Have healthy food and retire for the night early.

Day 7 : Trek from Vasuki Tal to Khara Patthar

Trek Distance –10 km – 4/5 Hours journey

Mode of journey – On Foot.

Altitude – Khara Patthar – 17979 feet

Night Stay – Our camp – on twin share basis

The trek today is through moraine area and boulder zone, the views of mountains chain will be the phenomenal part of the journey. Some parts will need energy so be sure you have healthy breakfast for good energy.

The chain of mountains will not leave your side until you reach Khara Patthar. From this campsite Mt. Satopanth the second biggest mountain in Gangotri siblings will be visible. Setup your camps here and retire for the night.

Day 8: Trek from Khara Patthar to Shweta Glacier

Distance – 05 km – 4/5 Hours journey

Mode of journey –On foot

Altitude – Shweta Glacier – 18044 feet

Night Stay – Camp site – on twin share basis

The trek will be challenging because of the glaciers and moraines, but they can be crossed using technical skills.

The landscapes will change and setting of these will show you different sides of the places, you can experience the thrill and adventure both.

Reach your campsite Shweta glacier and find a place where you can set your tents and retire for the night.

Day 9: Trek from Shweta Glacier to Kalindi base

Distance – 04 km – 4/5 Hours journey

Mode of journey –On foot

Altitude – Kalindi base – 18, 372feet

Night Stay – Camp site – on twin share basis

Today you have to reach Kalindi Base Camp, the trails are thrilling and scary but the glaciers and chain of mountains will accompany you because it is all glaciated.

Have glimpse of Chaturangi glacier (4 colors) en route and most of the time you will be trekking through the moraine area. After a long hike reach Kalindi Base Camp.

From the Base Camp you can catch the views of Kalindi Peak, this sight will energize for the trek further. Pitch your tents here and get the briefing for tomorrow, the safest route and techniques will be discussed.
After having food retires for the night.

Day 10: Acclimatization Day

Go on short hikes, acclimatization prevents altitude sickness. Overnight stay in camp

Day 11: Trek from Kalindi base to Kalindi Pass (19685 feet) and descent to Arwatal

Distance – 07 km – 8/9 Hours journey

Mode of journey –On foot

Altitude – Kalindi Pass – 19,685 feet

Night Stay – Camp site – on twin share basis

You have come to the main day of this expedition and today is going to be the longest and toughest day. Get up early and leave for Kalindi Pass (19685 feet). Keep one thing in mind that weather can change so you need to be prepared and add up extra day in the itinerary for summit attempt.

Ascend through the thrilling trail and you will see some crevasses which are not visible, use the ropes for ascending and descending both and be aware and very careful. Use your skills and follow the instructions of professional guide and you can reach the summit.

Standing at the top of Kalindi Pass will be joyous and ecstatic because of the successful climb. The mountain views will be very close and mind boggling. Do not spend much time there because descent is going to be time consuming.

Your campsite is Arwatal, descend using ropes when you reach the levelled part, take rest breaks and come to the campsite. Celebrate the success of traversing this huge pass, it will boost your confidence to next level fill your heart with happiness and joy.

Wait for the food to be served and retire for the night.

Day 12: Trek from Arwatal to Ghastoli camp

Distance – 08 km – 5/6 Hours journey

Mode of journey –On foot

Altitude – Ghastoli camp – 12,454 feet

Night Stay – Camp site – on twin share basis

The trek will surprise you with three to four rivers you have to cross on the way to reach Ghastoli. The hike is surely going to be amazing and it will offer new rewards.

Ghastoli has an Army establishment and the security level is high there because it is the border between Tibet and China. Your campsite is beside River Arwa.

The camps will be pitched at peaceful setting and in the reviving environment. So set up the tents, have food after relaxing and retire for the night.

Day 13: Trek from Ghastoli to Mana (5/6 hours) Drive from Mana to Badrinath

Distance – 09 km – 5/6 Hours journey

Mode of journey –On foot

Altitude – Badrinath – 10,830 feet

Night Stay – Camp site – on twin share basis

Leave Ghastoli and descent to India’s last village Mana. Reach there and vehicles will be arranged.

Drive is towards Badrinath and you can visit Lord Vishnu’s Temple which is a famous pilgrimage site and one of Char Dhams. Arrangements will be made in a hotel there.

Day 14: Trek from Badrinath to Dehradun

Distance – 380 km – 11/12 Hours journey

Mode of journey –By Taxi

The expedition ends here, post breakfast depart to Dehradun.