Kedarkantha is known for it's Snow laden paths in winters and Lush greenery during other seasons. Kedarkantha is located in Uttarakhand, the home to many beautiful treks. This trek is famous for its beautiful campsites and offers a amazing view of the Majestic Himalayan Peaks, snowy mountains, variety of flora and fauna. It's a very famous trek amongst the beginners.
| Location | Kedarkantha, Uttarakhand |
|---|---|
| Best time to visit | December to April |
| Difficulty Level | Easy-Moderate Trek |
| Duration | 5N6D |
| Booking Adv. | INR 5000 |
| Eligibility Condition | Click Here |
| Organised by | Mischief Treks |
| Category | Group Tour |
- Reaching the Kedarkantha peak offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas.
- In winter, the trek becomes a snowy paradise, providing a unique trekking experience.
- The trek features beautiful campsites like Juda-ka-Talab, known for its crystal clear frozen lake in winter.
- The trail goes through lush meadows, dense pine forests, and offers chances to spot a variety of birds and wildlife.
- Visit ancient villages and temples, getting a glimpse into the local life and traditions of Uttarakhand.
Kedarkantha Trek from Mumbai
Charges: for Kedarkantha Trek from Mumbai
- Option A: INR 5000
(Partial advance for Booking) - Option B: INR 9000
This is for Sankri to Sankri tour - Option C: INR 11000
This is for Dehradun to Dehradun tour - Option D: INR 14000
This is for Mumbai to Mumbai tour
For Flight bookings from Mumbai to Mumbai you can connect with us on WhatsApp.
Explanation of Charges:
If you opt for partial advance, you need to pay the balance amount 20 days prior to event date and time. The above charges are per person charges for this tour, please check inclusions section for details of things included and excluded in these charges.
⚠️ Eligibility condition
1. If you wish to apply for being part of our group, you need to "Read" and "Understand" the details such as About-us, Important Note, FAQ's etc... and be "Aware". Mischief Treks does not accept ignorant people.
2. Each participant needs to be mentally fit to participate. Do not book this event if the details mentioned on this page are not agreeable to you.
3. If you are from Delhi, or a social media influencer, or Celebrity, or you have short attention span, kindly avoid joining our group.
Booking closes once slots are sold out.
| Date | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Customised Date | Any Time | Available |
| Group Tour | NA | Not-Scheduled |
NOTE: If you wish to have a private tour customised as per dates of your preference, get in touch with us on WhatsApp
The team will be Boarding the Haridwar Spl train from Bandra terminus (train number) 09019 at 00:05 hrs, this train will reach Haridwar next day morning 8.30am. You can plan to travel with our crew in this train OR directly meet us at the meeting point i.e. Dehradun Railway Stn at 9.00 am.
Day 1: Rishikesh/ Haridwar/ Dehradun to Sankri Village
- The trek starts from Sankri village which is a 6-8 hours drive from Dehradun Station.
- Altitude: 6,400 feet.
- 220 km drive - approx 8hours.
Stay over in Sankri GuestHouse
Sankri is a stunning little village with Swargarohini serving as its backdrop. From Sankri the track is all around stamped and goes through thick woods with amazing perspectives of the valley sprawled beneath and the spouting stream Rupin streaming in all its strength. Taluka, a little village lays on the banks of the stream Supin, and is known for its lovely “Pahari cabins'' made out of a complex wood, stone and mud group – an absolute necessity see,
Day 2: Sankri Village - Juda ka talab
- Altitude: 6,400 feet to 9,100 feet.
- 4 kms trek, approx 5 hours.
- The trail passes through dense pine forests, maple trees, a few streams and finally opens out to beautiful meadows.
Stay in tents.
Somebody wise once said,'' Whenever you doubt the presence of god, take a trip to the Himalayas!” Juda ka talab is one such site in the Himalayas which will surely make you believe in the magic that only god can do. It is a picturesque lake in the Supin range of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand. It is elevated at a height of 9100 feet above the sea level. Juda ka talab is a large clearing adjacent to a dense pine and oak forest. The legend has it that Lord Shiva opened a little of his hair and water flowed out to form this small pond. Several trekkers use this spot as a campsite, spending the night here having fun near bonfires and sleeping under a blanket of twinkling stars. The lake looks absolutely divine during winters.
Day 3: Juda-ka-Talab to Kedarkantha Base
- Altitude: 9,100 feet to 11,250 feet.
- 4 kms trek, approx 2.5 hours.
- Most of today’s trail is on a ridge, under oak trees.
- You will also pass through some meadows where you can spot shepherd log huts.
- Peaks :- Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag and Ranglana stand among the others.
Stay in tents
The Sankri village is a small village located at a distance of 4kms below the Juda ka Talab. Several sheep or cattle herders from the village can be spotted here. While trekking from the village to the lake, through a trail from the dense forest of pine and maple trees and a few streams, look out for Langurs, wild boars and hares on your way up!
Day 4: Kedarkantha base to Kedarkantha peak; descend to Hargaon camp
- Altitude: 11,250 feet to 12,500 feet to 8,900 feet.
- 6 kms trek, approx 7 hours.
- Spend some time at the summit and descend back to the base camp by noon for lunch..
- Post lunch, descend down to Hargaon.
- Reach Hargaon by evening.
Stay in tents.
If you trek higher, you will reach the Kedarkantha peak which offers a panoramic view of the glistening snow covered peaks including the Bandarpunch peak, the Swargarohini , Kala nag, Ranglana to name a few. The snow peaks form a wide arc from left to right and create a perfect setting for some fantastic photographs!
Day 5: Hargaon camp to Sankri & Sankri to Dehradun
- Altitude: 8,900 feet to 6,400 feet.
- 6 kms trek, approx 4 hours.
- Descend 2500 feet through dense pine forests.
Hargoan is a quaint little village in Uttarakhand. It is known for its picturesque view of the Har-ki-dun valley and other peaks around. It is surrounded by a dense Pine and maple tree forest. It is located 2500 feet above the Sankri village.
(Sankri to Rishikesh)
Distance: 220 km drive, approx 10 hours.
You will be dropped at Dehradun station in a Tata Sumo or a similar vehicle. It's an open plan from here on. People can opt to stay with our plan or plan their journey.
What is included in the tour
- Transport from Dehradun to trek location and back (tempo traveler/Innova/Xylo)
- Accommodation. (Camping)
- Train tickets from Mumbai to Mumbai (If opted for)
- All Meals while on trek (Veg)
- Trekking equipment, Safety Equipment, Hiking Equipment
- Forest Permits
- First aid medical kits
- Mischief Treks Expertise
What is NOT included in the tour
- Meals during road Journeys
- Any expense of personal Nature
- Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals and beverages ordered
- Any expense not specified in the inclusion list
- Porters for carrying personal luggage.
- Carriage of personal baggage during the trek
- Any private individual Transfer Cost
- Insurance, laundry and phone calls, medical expenses
- Bottled water, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
- Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as roadblocks, accidents & any medical evacuations. Weather conditions. Any train delays, or re-scheduling etc.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Inclusions”
- Valid Identity Proof (Passport/Voter ID Card/Aadhaar card), along with 5 photocopies for each document.
- Water bottles
- A light-weighted Haversack or Backpack, and a smaller day pack
- Good pair of trekking shoes and a pair of flip-flops
- Thermal Inners
- Fleece Jackets
- Head Torch - Necessary for Caving
- Personal clothing
- Track pants, shorts
- Towel, napkins, etc.
- Cap, sunglasses, etc.
- Camera, binoculars, etc. (Optional)
- Toiletries – Sunscreen, Moisturizer, Light towel, Lip balm, Wet wipes, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Hand Sanitizer, etc.Extra Polythene Bags (To segregate clothes).)
- Any medicines that you consume normally, post consulting a doctor.
- Mosquito repellent.
- Snacks & Biscuits to munch.
- Enerzyl or Glucon D powder.
Travel Information
- Coordination: We will be creating a WhatsApp group 3 days prior to event Date and time for coordination purposes. This group will contain information about field crew contact numbers, Last-minute instructions related to meeting the Trek leader. Apart from last-min details rest all details are available on this page.
- Joining the Group: The Group will be travelling from Mumbai. You can plan to join the group from Mumbai itself, or meet everyone at Meeting-Point.
- Flight/Train Ticket: Mischief Treks is there to assist you in getting tickets booked for you on your behalf. Our Ticketing agent will get the tickets booked for you. If you wish to book the tickets on your own you are free to do so. Check with us on WhatsApp 7719800777 for booking same flight/train being opted by other participants of the group and the Trek-Leader.
- Mischief Treks provides assistance in getting your tickets booked so that you don't have to go through the hassle and all the group members can travel together. As we do not have any control or authority on 3rd party services like train/flight tickets/operations, Our role in booking tickets is just that of a helping-hand.
Q. What is the procedure for getting train/Flight tickets booked?
Ans. Once you have made the payment for online booking, We will be sending you a KYC form (within 24-48 Hrs) to be submitted for yourself and participants in your group. After we receive the KYC details, if you wish to get the train/flight tickets booked by us, we will forward the relevant information to a ticketing agent for getting the train/flight tickets booked in your name. The ticketing agent takes minimum 1 working day to get the processing done.
Q. How many people will be coming for the tour?
Ans. Depends on the number of people booking the event. Generally, the batch size is approximately 10-15 participants.
Q. Is Tour safe for solo participants?
Ans. Yes is safe and comfortable. Mostly 40% of the participants come solo and blend in with the leaders and the rest of the group.
Q. Is this tour safe for girls?
Ans. Mischief Treks has a track record of making our events extremely safe for girls. Normally 60 – 75 % of our participants are females.
Q. Can we pay in cash?
Ans. Sorry we do not accept cash payments.
Q. What is the last date of booking the event?
Ans. Bookings close once tickets are sold out. Ideally you need to book at least 1 month advance.
Q. How do we get in touch after reaching meeting point?
Ans. We will be creating a whatsapp group for coordination where you will be provided all the necessary information regarding contact person, exact point to meet etc.
Q. Can someone read out details for me on phone?
Ans. We understand that you may have questions about the event, and we're here to help. However, we want to ensure that you have the most accurate and clear information. That's why we encourage you to at least once Read the details on this page. You'll find all the information you need to know, right on your screen.
If you find something on this page that is confusing, or not mentioned on the page, Click on the "WhatsApp icon on this page" and our team will be happy to provide clarification in writing.
We don't provide details over the phone because doing so can lead to misunderstandings and miscommunication. It's crucial to have a complete understanding of all the aspects of this event before making a booking to ensure you have absolute clarity.
For any questions or concerns that aren't covered on this website, we can arrange a callback from one of our experienced Trek leaders. All you need to do is, let us know your query (which is not already clarified on this page) and we shall get a callback arranged.
Q. What are the different ways to participate in Mischief Treks events?
Ans: Participation in Mischief Treks events/activities establishes a participatory relationship rather than a consumer relationship, because it involves engaging in group activities and the participation does not constitute to purchase of goods or services. Here are the detailed participation options:
As a Participant: You can join specific activities/events by carefully reading and understanding the event details carefully and registering through the event page, where a payment will be required. This option is for those who wish to join individual events without long-term commitments.
As a Permanent Member: After participating in 20 or more activities/events, a participant will qualify for permanent membership, which comes with distinct payment terms communicated directly to members. This status recognizes your continued engagement and offers benefits accordingly.
As a Volunteer: If you're interested in supporting the events without participating financially, you can apply to be a volunteer with Mischief Treks. The volunteers are selected based on the needs of each event and they can join without making a payment, emphasizing the communal and supportive aspect of participation.
As an Affiliate Referral: Through this program, affiliates can refer individuals to participate in activities/events, supporting the community's growth. This option highlights the collaborative nature of Mischief Treks' activities.
Note: Customization of activities/events is available upon request, requiring separate registration. This ensures that all participants' unique needs and interests are accommodated, further underlining the participatory essence of Mischief Treks' operations.
Q: I have booked/paid for the event, is my booking confirmed?
Ans. No !, your booking can become invalid if you do not submit the "Most Important Details" required for emergency situations. For any Trek/Adventure event the organizers need to have your details at least 24 hours prior to the event. We do not allow anyone to the campsite until we have complete and authentic details of the person. This info is crucial in case of an emergency and is a mandatory KYC parameter. The link for the "personal details form" will be sent on WhatsApp immediately after you complete the booking instructions mentioned on the website. Submitting incomplete/incorrect/fake details in the form will make your booking invalid and no refund will be provided in such case.
Q. Why is submitting emergency contact details and KYC information mandatory?
Ans. Its a standard protocol and also a guideline by Govt of India. We are accountable for every "Human-Body" present at our campsite or trek is our responsibility and in case of any unfortunate event we will be asked by authorities to provide all relevant information about you. In order to comply with the authorities we have to take authentic information from you. Fake/Incomplete information or non-submission of the details will make your ticket (paid amount) invalid and no refund will be provided in such case. You will not be allowed to participate in the event.
Q. Does the cancellation policy/rescheduling policy apply if I book on last day?
Ans: Yes, the policy is applicable irrespective of the booking date. The cancellation / reschedule policy is applicable to everyone with immediate effect from the date and time of booking. The refunds/rescheduling requests will be processed based on the date and time of cancellation/reschedule request sent to us and the date and time of booking the event are irrelevant.
Q. What is the basis of cancellation/reschedule policy ?
Ans: The cancellation policy is based on fairness towards the participant and the organizing team. In case of medical/personal emergency, the loss arising out of cancellation/reschedule will be borne by the respective person. i.e. if the organizing team faces an emergency situation and the event gets canceled, the participant will not have to suffer financial loss. Similarly, if the participant faces an emergency situation, the organizing team will not have to suffer financial loss. The cancellation policy is designed with a completely unbiased approach towards the participant and organizing team and is aimed at fairness towards both.
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- 90% will be refunded if cancelled 30 days (720+ hrs) in advance.
- 75% will be refunded if cancelled 20 days (480+ hrs) in advance.
- 50% will be refunded if cancelled 10 days (240+ hrs) in advance.
- 0% refund if cancelled in less than 10 days (240 hours) of the event date and time.
- 0% refund if the participant drops out, misses bus pickup, does not reach the meeting point on scheduled date and time.
If the event itself gets cancelled, you will be given the option to switch to any other event or any other date, Or you can opt for 100% refund.
The 100% refund is applicable after deduction of third-party cancellation charges i.e. train and stay. The cancellation charges of train tickets and stay need to be paid by the participant. For this event the stay cancellation charges are 500/- and train cancellation charges will be as applicable as per Indian Railways rules.
If you need to reschedule your booking to any other date, it can be done free of cost if the rescheduling request is sent 720 hours prior to the event date and time. From 00 hrs - 720 hours prior to the event date and time, free rescheduling is not permitted. It will be counted as cancellation done in less than 720hours of event date and time. It's a humble request, please do not give medical reasons, crib, argue or try to threaten/blackmail us if you drop out or cancel/reschedule the trek in the last 10 days. This mutually agreed cancellation policy is applicable to you and us as well. The Date and time of cancellation request sent to us will be considered for calculation of the applicable slab given above. The date and time of booking the event are not relevant for calculating the number of days and hours remaining between the event date and cancellation request.
