Kedarkantha Trek with Camping in Rishikesh | Rs 4,880

Kedarkantha Trek with Rishikesh Highlights

Panoramic view of the mighty Himalayas!
Camp alongside a high-altitude lake.

Kedarkantha Trek with Rishikesh Overview

Kedarkantha is not just a trendsetter, but also one of India's most popular and best winter treks. This is due to a variety of factors. Its popularity stems from the views, topography, flora, and animals, as well as the ease with which it may be completed. The name Kedarkantha is a combination of the terms Kedar and Kantha, which means "Throat of Lord Shiva." This journey is intertwined with a plethora of fascinating mythical stories. Kedarkantha should not be confused with Kedarnath, as the two are quite different. Kedarkantha is a six-day hike through Govind PashuVihar National Park. As you begin your ascent, you will be able to see the peaks of Swargarohini, Bandarpunch, and Kalanag. Originally, the area served as a pasture site for shepherds and a temple for locals. Over time, it grew in popularity among hikers and became a bustling tourist destination. Kedarkantha peak, one of India's first commercial winter climbs, has captured the imagination and hearts of millions of Indian trekkers over the years. Its beauty captivates both your eyes and your heart. Trekking on Kedarkantha is much more than it appears in a few photos on your screen. It provides you with a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment.

Itinerary For Kedarkantha Trek with Rishikesh

Day 1 - Start Your Journey by travelling from Dehradun to Sankri

Dehradun

Pickup Point

After reaching Dehradun take a shared cab and reach Sankri, the beautiful remote area which is the base camp for many treks of Uttarakhand. Almost after travelling about 6-7 hours amidst the pine forest region and the melodious river Yamuna river on one side, you will reach Sankri at an altitude of 6,455 feet. For accommodation, a Guest house facility will be provided.
The most popular treks for which Sankri village as a base camp is popular, are Har ki Dun and Bali Pass.
On the way to Sankri village 22 km away, you will witness some of the most beautiful sites of Govind National Park popularly known for its keen collection of flora.
After observing the scenic beauty of the river, flora and the forest end up reaching Sankri, make yourself comfortable and step out of the guest house to view the locals of Sankri, the culture, people residing there, their food habits, lifestyle, etc.
Lastly have an exotic dinner and enjoy a peaceful sleep.

Day 2 - Head from Sankri to Juda Ka Talab

Sankri

Enjoy Beautiful Views Of Dense Forest

Have your breakfast in the morning at the guest house and prepare yourself for your next trek level. Head towards the altitude of 8,859 feet upwards from Sankri village.
The 4 Km long trek will end up at Juda Ka Talab after covering 4-5 hours of duration.
On your way to this beautiful lake named Juda Ka Talab, after crossing the Sorh, the trail will lead you towards the first climb after taking a wide and sharp curve moving along the stream.
The Climb will enrich your hearts by gifting you some beautiful views of dense forest having brownish leaves of maples and pine trees.
After the dense forest, you will finally reach your destination where you need to accommodate yourselves in the shared tents and serve yourself with the lunch provided and rest for a while.
The tents will be placed a few meters away from the lake where at night you will reside yourselves after having evening snacks and dinner.
Also, don’t forget to witness the once in lifetime visible beauty of the serene lake at Juda Ka Talab.

Day 3 - From Juda Ka Talab to Kedarkantha Base Camp

Juda Ka Talab

The Beautiful Views Of Snow

After having breakfast beside the most beautiful visuals of the calm and placid lake at Juda Ka Talab head towards the Kedarkantha Base camp having a height of 11,250 feet covering a 4 Km distance and a duration of 3-4 hours.
Almost after passing 10,400 feet, you will start seeing the snow traces and the winds blowing all around.
A few meters away from Kedarkantha Base Camp, the beautiful views of Snow wrapped mountains named Swaragrohini, Bandarpoonch, Rangala and Nag Tibba can be seen right before our eyes.
After reaching the destined place, pinch the tents, serve yourselves with a hot delicious meal and sleep as soon as possible as the next day’s journey will be starting early at 4 in the morning.

Day 4 - From Kedarkantha Base camp to Summit to Hargaon campsite

Kedarkantha Base Camp

Enjoy The Pleasure Of Climbing The Summit

Start your journey as early as possible from 4 AM in the morning after eating breakfast and cover the distance of 6 km from Kedarkantha Base Camp to Hargaon campsites.
Today is the day when you will be at the peak of your journey and end up on the Kedarkantha trek.
The journey to reach Hargaon will take 6-7 hours of your day and meanwhile, you will enjoy the last climb of your trek that is the Divine and the most famous Kedarkantha.
Enjoy the pleasure of climbing the summit, spare some time there, in serenity and peace and again head towards the Hargaon camp for filing the empty stomach with the hot tasty meals, waiting for you down.
The descending journey towards Hargaon camp will again make you see some beautiful Oak, Pine and Maple trees interfering the route.

Day 5 - From Hargaon to Sankri Village and then to Rishikesh

Hargaon

Enjoy The Splendid Views Of Har Ki Dun Valley

After having breakfast at Hargaon descend yourself to Sankri village at an altitude of 8,900 to 9,100 feet covering a distance of 4 Km within a duration of 2-4 hours.
After covering an hour in the trek, you will witness the splendid views of Har Ki Dun Valley, enjoy your moment by spending some photographic sessions.
After reaching the base get the taxi and head towards the Rishikesh covering 200 Km distance and get to the hotel in Dorm Beds and check-in there and get the dinner and relax yourselves.

Day 6 - Checking Out

Rishikesh

A Sunrise Walk To Laxman Jhula

Get up early in the morning, take a sunrise walk to Laxman Jhula or you can choose to stay in your rooms being a lazy bird.
Have breakfast at the hotel and then check out.
Either you can head towards your planned journey or can pay the additional cost to experience adventurous activities like Rafting, Bungee Jumping, etc.