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Daddy of all the treks in Garhwal Himalaya, The Kalindikhal Trek is a challenging trekking expedition as the route is an uneven one which involves trekking over glaciers and crevassed snowfields. This trek covers the entire distance from the Bhagirathi Valley to the Alaknanda Valley. The route begins from Gangotri onto Nandanvan which is the base of the Bhagirathi peaks from where one gets a great view of the high peaks of Gangotri area. The next stop is the Vasuki Tal Lake, surrounded by white peaks, the Shweta Glacier and then crossing the Kalindikhal Pass itself. After reaching the summit height of 5697 meters, the trail descends to Arwa Tal and Mana village. The best time for this trek is mid June to mid August. Kalindikhal Trek, kalindikhal trek itinerary, kalindikhal trek blog, kalindikhal trek best time, kalindikhal trek packages, kalindikhal trek itinerary, kalindikhal trekking, indiahikes, roopkund trek, stok kangri trek
The way involves a trek over rough glaciers, rocky screens and crevassed snowfields. Although past climbing experience is not required, this trip is one of our most demanding treks suited to only those who want to join a exploration style journey.
Day 01: Delhi-Rishikesh
Morning after breakfast drive (227 km) to reach Rishikesh. Stop at Haridwar for sightseeing of Ganga Ghats and Temples then proceed to Rishikesh. Arrive and check in at the hotel. Evening free in Rishikesh. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 2: Rishikesh - Uttarkashi
Morning after breakfast proceed for Uttarkashi (1150 mt), which takes 5-6 hrs. Upon arrival check-in at Shikhar Nature Resort. After lunch visit NIM (Nehru Institute of Mountaineering Institute) and Museum.
Day 3: Uttarkashi - Gangotri
Morning after breakfast drive to reach Gangotri via Harsil (approx 25 km before Gangotri (3048 mt) by covering approx 95 km in 4-5 hrs. On arrival check-into Hotel / Tourist Banglow.
Day 04: Gangotri - Bhojwasa
Morning after early breakfast start first days trek to Bhojbasa following the river Bhagirathi on right bank by covering approx 14 kms in 4-5 hrs. Trek is full of fascinating Himalayan sights and you can have beautiful views of snow clapped peaks around. Upon arrival at Bhojbasa, set up camp for overnight stay.
Day 05: Bhojwasa - Nandanvan
Morning trek 4-5 hrs to reach the beautiful base of Bhagirathi group of peaks, Nandanvan. The trek crosses Gangotri Glacier. From here view the Shivling, Bhagirathi, Sudarshan, Thelu peaks and Kedardome. Overnight stay in tents.
Day 06: Nandanvan - Vasuki Tal
Morning trek along with Chaturangi Glacier to reach Vasukital, a beautiful base for Mt Satopanth and Mt Vasuki Parbat with a small lake. The trek is steady upward. Arrive in 5-6 hours and overnight stay in tents.
Day 07: Vasuki Tal – Khara Pathar (Suralya Bamak)
Morning after breakfast start trek to Suraiaya Bamak (Khara Pathar) with packed lunch. Dinner and overnight in camp in Moraine .
Day 08: Khara Pathar - Kalindikhal Base
Morning after breakfast trek 10 Km to reach Kalindikhal Base (Sweta Glacier) (5500 mt). Dinner and overnight stay in the camp.
Day 09: Kalindikhal Base – Raja Parav
Morning after breakfast proceed your trek (12 km) to Kalindi Pass (5947 mt). Spend some time at the spot and then trek down to Rajparav for dinner and overnight stay in the camp.
Day 10: Raja Parav - Arwatal
Morning after breakfast proceed your trek to reach Arwatal (3910 mt) 13 km from Rajparav. Overnight stay in the camp.
Day 11: Arwatal – Ghastoli
Morning after breakfast proceed your trek to reach Ghastoli (3796 km), which is 16 Km from Arwatal. Dinner and overnight stay in the camp.
Day 12: Ghastoli - Mana – Badrinath
Morning after breakfast start trek to Badrinath situated on the bank of Alaknanda, standing like twin sentinels over the valley are the Nar and Naryana peaks, and in the distance soars the resplendent Neelkanth peak. A seven hrs walk brings you to Mana Village, the last village before the border, where you break for lunch. Later a 2 kms drive brings us to town of Badrinath. On arrival check into hotel. Afternoon visit the temple of Badrinath. Return to hotel for Dinner and Overnight. Badrinath, Badrinath Temple is the abode of Lord Vishnu. It is situated at an altitude of 3130 m at the banks of Alaknanda. In the backdrop, is the Neelkanth mountain peak situated between the twin peaks of Nar and Narayan. The name is derived from wild berries called Badri. Adi Shankarcharya established the idol of Vishnu in the temple. Near the temple is a hot water sulphur spring, Tapt Kund.
Day 13: Badrinath - Joshimath
Early in the morning visit the temple. After breakfast drive to Joshimath. Morning after breakfast drive down to reach Joshimath 44 Km from Badrinath. Overnight stay in the Hotel.
Day 14: Joshimath - Rishikesh
Morning after breakfast drive (257 km) down to reach Rishikesh. On arrival check-in the Hotel for overnight stay. In the evening after wash and change visit Laxman Jhula, Thirteen storied temple, Geeta Ashram, Parmarth Niketan and later join the Aarti ceremony at Triveni Ghat. Latter return back to the Hotel for overnight stay.
Day 15: Rishikesh-Delhi
Morning after breakfast drive to Delhi (227 km). lunch enroute. Upon arrival at Delhi transfer to airport for onwards journey.