Gulabi Kantha Trek Overview
About the Destination:
Yamuna Valley is a spectacular destination in Uttarakhand that holds great significance for the Hindus. The Yamuna river is considered the second largest tributary of the Ganga, and it originates from the Yamunotri Glacier. It is about 1,376 km long, and it has several canals in the Indo-Gangetic Plain.
You can have breathtaking views of the snow-capped range covering Panchachuli Group, Nanda Devi, Trishuli from Yamuna valley. Gulabi Kantha Trek is an easy to moderate trek in Yamuna valley in Uttarakhand, located at an altitude of three thousand seven hundred and eighty-nine meters above the sea level.
Gulabi Kantha Trek
Gulabi Kantha Trek is very famous trek in Yamuna valley in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, Gulabi kantha trek situated at an altitude of 3789 meters above the sea level. It is a lush green bugyal which lies on the way of dodital.
Gulabi Kantha provides 360 degree view of the Himalayan mountain range such as Bandarpunch peak, Shivalik mountains range, Bali pass, Sarutal range, fachu kandi pass, and Chaukhamba peaks.
The place offers Himalayan mountain range and a beautiful view of sunrise and sunset. Gulabi Kantha is a moderate trek. The Gulabi Kantha covered by wild flowers , lush green meadows , Oak ,deodorant trees, and vast variety of Flora and Fauna and Trekkers get to witness the beauty of this trek.
Now, it is in the league of India’s Top Most Winter or summer Trek! This magnificent place attracts people all across the globe. If you are in search of tranquility and beauty then no other place can beat Gulabi kantha.
Day 1: day- Deharadun to Barkot
(drive 120km) altitude 1250mt
Day 2:Barkot to Hanuman chatti
(drive 30km)
and trek to Kandola via Nishni village (
trek 5-6
km) altitude 3000mt
Day 3: Kandola to Seema thach (trek
4-5 km)
Basecamp of Gulabi Kantha altitude
3400mt
Day 4Seema thach to Gulabi
kanatha
summit and return to Seema thach
(3900mt
summit)
Day 5: Seema thach to Barkot
(9-10
km trek)
30 drive
Day 6:Barkot to Deharadun.
Depart for home after morning tea/coffee.
By Air :-
Jolly Grant Airport is the airport serving Dehradun, located about 25 km from the city. There is a daily flight from Delhi to Dehradun. Come one day early if planning to come by flight.
By Train :-
Take the overnight train to Haridwar from Delhi
- Nandadevi Express – Train no: 12205 (Departure 11:50pm; Arrival – 5:40am)
- Dehradun Express – Train no: 12687 (Departure – 9:10pm; Arrival – 5:00am)
By Bus:-
There is regular bus service from Delhi to Dehradun, from Delhi to ISBT Kashmere Gate. We would suggest you to take only government buses from ISBT Kashmere Gate. Private buses ply from outside ISBT and they are not trust worthiness. Usually buses drop you at Dehradun ISBT. From there you have to come to Dehradun Railway Station
Includes
- Meals during the trek
- Transportation from rishikesh/haridwar to joshimath and back to haridwar/rishikesh.
- Dinner on arrival day in Sankri
- Forest Permits/Camping Charges (only if availing transportation through A1 himalayas). Included only upto amount charged for Indian Nationals
- Tents, Sleeping bags, mats
- Safety Equipment includes static rescue rope, seat harness, carabiners, pulleys
- Trek guide, cook, helpers, porters & mules for carrying common luggage
- Services of a Certified Trek Leader
Excludes
- Meals during road journeys
- Carriage of Personal Bags during the trek
- Any kind of Insurance
- Any expense of personal nature
- Any expense not specified in the inclusion list.
1) Trekking Shoe/Snow Shoe
2) Rucksack/Back Pack
3) Rucksack cover (Waterproof)
4) Daypack/Knapsack
5) Undergarments/Innerwear
6)Woolen socks
7) Woolen gloves
8) Waterproof gloves
9) T-shirt
10) Trek pants
11) Camp sandal
12) Balaclava/Woolen skull
cap/Monkey Cap
13) Sun cap/Wide-brimmed
Hat/Bandana
14) Walking Sticks/Trekking
Poles/Ski Poles
15) Heavy Jacket
16) Windproof Jacket/Wind
Cheater
17)Raingear/Poncho/Waterproof clothing
18) Water bottle/Hydration pack
19) Sunscreen lotion
20) Sunglasses
21) ChapStick/Cold &
Moisturizing cream
22) Toothbrush and toothpaste
23) Towel
24) Hand sanitizer
25) Tissue roll ( Toilet)
26) Anti Fungal Powder
27) Torch/Head Lamp with extra batteries
28) Knee cap
29) Camera with extra cells
30) Dry food items
31) Personal first-aid kit
32) Medicines (This is a simple
guide line and a doctor’s
consultation is recommended.)
Altitude is a risk. Before you begin the trek, you should be aware of the effects of high altitude on your body. Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) symptoms include a moderate headache, nausea, and overall discomfort.
Reponse: If you have any of these symptoms, notify the trek leader immediately and follow his advice. To deal with the scenario, each campsite contains a stretcher, a fully prepared first aid kit, and oxygen cylinders.
Weather Risk : No one can guarantee snow, rain, or sunlight, even if we keep a constant eye on the weather. Please keep in mind that your safety is our primary priority, and if the weather isn’t cooperating, we won’t leave the campsite.
Response: The choice to go or wait for better weather will be made solely by the Trek Leaders and Guides.
Risk: Injury is a possibility. While trekking across difficult terrains, minor injuries such as calf sprains, bruising, and other minor ailments are prevalent. Serious injuries, such as fractures or significant cuts, are quite uncommon.
Response: All of our Trek Leaders are trained in wilderness first aid. They’ve been taught to deal with emergencies and have a well-stocked first-aid equipment to deal with minor injuries. In the event of major injuries, the patient is carried to the nearest road-head on a stretcher and taken to the nearest medical facility.
DO’S AND DON’TS ON A TREK
1. Alcohols or any other intoxicating products ‘’STRICTLY PROHIBHITED’’
during the trek.
2. Always pay heed to the trek guides or instructors.
3. Try not to leave the group under any circumstances.
4. Avoid trekking during the nights as it is extremely dangerous.
5. Avoid using earphones as that might hinder your hearing.
6. Do not participate or encourage littering of the places in any form.
7. While visiting the local villages and tourist sites, obey the local guidelines
and instructions.
8. Do not harm or interrupt the local sentiments of the places.
IMPORTANT:
Your safety is of paramount concern while traveling with A1 Himalayas.
Please note that your leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of
the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Since adventure
entails traveling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we
will not deviate from it. Weather conditions, health condition of a group
member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in
the itinerary. The leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan,
but please be prepared to be flexible if required.
Day 1-Haridwar to Joshimath
Your adventure with us start from Haridwar Railway Station. On achieving the railway station, you may acquire a heat welcome from our excursion consultant who will then accompany you in transferring closer to destination. Starting the pressure from Haridwar from the appointed pickup point (Haridwar railway station), we can take the fabled Badrinath Road. We might be crossing Rishikesh and readily set up pickup from there too. Alternatively, you may set up your live at those first rate locations in your manner lower back after the trek as well.
The nine-hour pressure to Joshimath will certainly be lengthy and arduous, however you’re by no means going to expire of captivating views. The tremendous river jogging with us on parallel gets wilder and greater charming as we trudge uphill. We might be passing via way of means of the four of the Panchprayag or the 5 holy confluence of Ganga—Devaprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, and Nandaprayag. So, hold your cameras geared up and continue to be unsleeping for maximum of the adventure!
Day 2-Joshimath - Ghangaria Trek
Many snack stores promoting the beverage, warm noodles, omelets with bread, paratha, etc may be determined in this path. So, you’ll in no way pass hungry. The trek may be on a definitely described stone-paved path, effortlessly constructed with stairs. After five km walk, you’ll arrive at Bhyundar village. This village marks an remarkable perspective for clean Hathi Parvat attractions. Enjoy the incredible attractions as an awful lot as you may, due to the fact the strainful steep ascent will start henceforth. You will attain Gangharia earlier than nightfall, accomplishing an altitude of 10, 000 feet. The live may be at a guest-hour.
Day 3- Ghangaria - Valley of Flower - Ghangaria
Right, while you begin from Ghangaria in half-hour wooded area take a look at submit arrives. The take a look at submit may not be an appeal however proper earlier than take a look at submit, there may be a gushing waterfall referred to as Laxman waterfall. Another 20 mins into the greenery and subsequent livid appeal comes. At this point, the Pushpavati river flows furiously beneath a wood bridge. It is pretty a not unusual place but a completely unique and enthralling capture. The path is steep and stone paved just like the preceding day. You can discover many bridges and landslide regions while you input the valley.
The valley is thousand instances stupendous than you may have imagined. It virtually makes the Himalayan peaks active and cherishing. Blue Poppy, Snake Foil, White Leaf Hog Foot, Himalayan Rose, Meadow Geranium, Dog Flower, Hooked Stick Seed are the local flowers. These amazing colorful blossoms quit after five km stretch at a glacier. If the climate is obvious the amazing Himalayan peaks of Nilgiri Parvat, Bhyundar Khal, Rattaban, Gauri Parvat etc. with inside the background. Today`s adventure will finish together along with your coming returned to Ghangaria earlier than nightfall.
Day 4- Ghangaria - Hemkund - Ghangaria
Watch out for the uncommon flower Brahmakamal a good way to be noticed beside pathways.The Gurudwara is positioned magically beside the replicate like glacial lake Hemkund. During clean skies, possible witness the ideal reflections of the adjacent Saptrishi peaks. The lake is fed via way of means of melting glaciers of Hathi Parvat and Saptrishi peaks. Religious Laxman temple is likewise observed close to the lake. In the afternoon trek right all the way down to attain Ghangariya for an in a single day stay. The nighttime is unfastened for rest & relaxation.
Day 5- Ghangaria to Govindghat and drive to Joshimath
Note :
Govindghat to Badrinath is landslide inclined vicinity in monsoon time so if our leaders discover that your protection is in threat because of climate circumstance/landslide or street blockage we will bypass Badrinath altogether and force to Joshimath directly.
On arrival, test into hotel. Overnight: Hotel.
Day 6- Joshimath to Haridwar
We desire you had a high-quality time and travelling revel in with us and we desire you a secure and cushy adventure ahead.
