Overview
Har Ki Doon is a cradle shaped valley nestled in Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarkashi district in Uttrakhanda. It is a part of Govind Wildlife Sanctuary. The height of Har Ki Doon trek is 3600 meters. The enchanting beauty of the Himalayas, their bracing climate and the soothing green leaves nothing more to be desired. The peaks and glaciers in the Bandarpoonch range are a mountaineer’s delight. The path follows the Tons river from Netwar village through villages of Gangad, Seema and Osla.
Experience the oldest trek route of the Himalayas and witness the beautiful ancient culture, mountain views, forests, grasslands, meadows, rivers, streams and even an alpine lake. The scenery and climate of the hills is ravishing.
There is a popular mythological story behind Har Ki Doon valley. In ancient times the Pandavas took the same route while their ascent to heaven and this is also known as “Valley of Gods”
From the top of Har Ki Doon valley Swargarohini (I) (II) (III), Bandarpoonch, Black Peak and Ruinsara peaks are visible.
About the Tour
Activity
Har Ki Dun Trek
Grade
Easy to moderate
Max Elevation
3800m (12000ft)
Duration
08D, 07N
Dates
15th to 22nd May 2024
Distance
47km
Accommodation
Hotel in Sankri/ Tents during trek
Activity Per Day
Approx. 4-7 hrs walking.
Transportation
Vehicle (Private), Mules.
Region
Uttarkashi, Uttarakhanda.
Tour Itinerary- Har Ki Dun Trek
Day 1: – Pickup from Dehradun at 07:00 am and drive to Sankri Base Camp Via Mussoorie (190 km) (7/8 Hrs) overnight stay at hotel in Sankri
Day 2: – Drive from Sankri to Taluka (11 km) by taxi start your trek on same the day to Cheludgad (12 km) (2700 m) (5/6 Hrs) overnight stay at Camp
Day 3: – Trek from Cheludgad to Halchai Camp (07 km) (3000 m) (4/5 Hrs) overnight stay at Camp
Day 4: – Trek from Halchai Camp to Har Ki Dun Camp (06 km) (3600 m) (3/4 Hrs) overnight stay at Camp
Day 5: – Today after Breakfast explore Har Ki Dun valley and its surroundings (Manida lake (7 km) (3780 m) (5/6 Hrs) back to Camp
Day 6: – TrekfromHar Ki Dun to Cheludgad(13 km) (6/7 Hrs)overnight stay at Camp
Day 7: – Trek from Cheludgad to Taluka (13 km) (5/6 Hrs) same day drive to Sankri by taxi (11 km) (1 Hrs) overnight stay at hotel
Day 8: – Drive from Sankri to Dehradun by taxi (190km) drop at 6 pm in Dehradun.
Cost and Service Details
| Har Ki Dun Valley Trek Premium Service Full Board | Cost Per Person |
| By Tempo Traveller By Innova (Min.5 pax) |
INR:20000/ INR: 24000/ |
Cost Includes
- Transport from Dehradun to Dehradun – Innova/Tempo Traveller
- Forest Permit and entrance fee
- Accommodation in The Grand Shiva home stay at Sankri (02 nights)
- Accommodation in tents on twin share basis during trek.
- All meals: Breakfast, lunch, tea, coffee, snacks, soup and dinner
- Radio Walkie Talkie for Communication
- High quality Dome tents.
- Sleeping bags, Good comfortable Mattress, Liner, Pillow
- Separate Toilet tents – Ladies and Gents
- Dining Tent, Dining table, Camping Chair.
- Cook, Guide, Porters, Helper
- Experienced Trek Leader, guide and technical guide
- Medical Kit, Oxygen Cylinders
- Technical Equipment for your safety, if required.
Cost Excludes
- Personal insurance.
- Personal toiletry Items
- Personal expenses like beverages, snacks etc.
- Tips to guides and other staff
Train Yourself
Best physical condition is required to trek in high altitude. Without some pre-trek preparation physically and mentally, it could be tough. But don’t worry about it. We would like to suggest you to start jogging, hiking in the hill, climbing stairs rather than using elevators to prepare for the trek. Include Pranayama, Yoga, strength training, swimming, biking in your daily base training
Basic fitness and strength required for Trekking
- One should be able to hike for 5-7 hours a day.
- One should be able to carry 4-5 kg in a backpack for preparation.
- We suggest you walk/run about 5-7km for the preparation with some load on your back for 1 month to make your trekking much easier. Or use a treadmill for everyday run/walk. Once a week, increase the mileage by 1km.
- If you have an uphill location/mountain then once a week you should go hiking with a loaded backpack on your back. If you do not have mountain and elevation then use stairs to go up/down than elevator/escalator.
- Regular Yoga, Pranayama, swimming, biking, is also a good way to maintain your physical fitness.
- Participants should not have any established medical conditions that requires continuous or immediate medical intervention.
- Participants having mild diabetes, BP, asthma which they can manage on their own should get their doctor’s certificate.
- Fitness certificate by a qualified doctor for trekkers above 50 yrs is mandatory.
Booking Details
Booking and Payment Policy
- Registration by payment of Rs.10,000/- by Bank transfer. Once you register, you will be included in an exclusive WhatsApp group of group members and you will receive regular fitness schedule, tips on yoga and pranayama, list of trekking gear etc. You also get peer group support in your fitness journey.
- Balance amount before 31st March 2024.
- Carry following documents for permits (a) 2 copies of Aadhaar Card/Voter’s ID/Passport (b) 1 Passport size Photos.
Cancellation Policy
- It is good to make your booking two months prior in advance. In the event of cancellation of any trek/adventure activity due to any reasons, it is compulsory to notify us in writing. Cancellation charges will only be effective from the date we receive your request in writing.
- If the trek is cancelled by us due to any reason (heavy snowfall, rainfall, natural disaster etc.) then the refund would not be initiated but you can go on another trek next year with us.
Cancellation fee
- More than 45 days, 10% deduction
- 31-44 days, 25% deduction
- 15-30 days prior 50% deduction
- Less than 15 days 100% deduction.
Know Your Trek Leader
Ms. Mala Honnatti
Ex-banker, accomplished, mountaineer, trekker, marathoner, ACE qualified Personal Trainer and a Masters in Yoga.
Accolades
- National Gold Medallist in long distance running (three consecutive years)
- Bronze Medal in 10,000 mtrs. in 7th Asian Veteran Athletic Championship, Singapore in 1992
- Brown Belt in Karate.
- International Marathon Runner (26 full marathons & 2 ultra marathons).
- Marathon at Everest Base Camp, Antarctica, Great Wall of China, Kilimanzaro, New York, San Franscisco, Miyazaki, Macao, to name a few.
- Podium Finisher in several prestigious National marathons.
- Accomplished mountaineer (veteran of 30 expeditions since 1986)
- Attempted Mt.Everest from North Face, in Tibet, in 2015, at the age of 62 yrs, aborted the expedition due to earthquake.
- Detailed as Liaison Officer for foreign himalayan expeditions from Japan, Czeck, Spain, France, Ireland on Defence Ministry (GOI) assignment.
- Rendered services as guest instructor at national mountaineering institutes.
- Organised over a dozen Himalayan Trekking expeditions since 2015
- Organised yoga and marathon training and other fitness activities.
- Office bearer in Sports, Cultural & Literary Organizations.
- Participated in several seminars on mountaineering & sports in India
- Literary contribution to print and electronic media.