The drive from Dehradun to Sankri is an enchanting hill drive of 10-11 hour stretching over approx 200 Km ride via Mussoorie, Damta, Naugaon, Purola, Mori and Naitwar. A pick up will be arranged at Dehradun and the pick-up points and timings will be coordinated by email prior to your bookings of the trek. The booking excludes the lunch for the day and the transportation from Dehradun to Sankri. And from Sankri, we will be taking care of your fooding and lodging.

Dehradun to Sankri

<ul><li>Early start from Dehradun in the morning at 6-7:00 a.m.</li><li>Altitude 6,400 feet.</li><li>200 km drive</li><li>10 hours of Travelling, Expected arrival time at Sankri &ndash; 5:00 pm.</li><li>Accommodation and food in Guest House.</li></ul>

Arrival at Sankri From Dehradun

Day two is warmer with the scenes of waking up at dawn, locals walking around, mules, and friendly Himalayan Bhutia dogs. Post breakfast, it initiates from the road head at Sankri, then through the meadows and finally into the broadleaved oak trees.
The trail gradually leads up through Saud village where people including women and children are often seen herding woods and leaves for their livestock. The trails ranging from steep terrains and flat ground also with most parts of the forest being green. By late afternoon, we will cover maximum distance and reach our second campsite which is Juda Ka Talab and is a beautiful flat land with tall pine and oak trees all around. It is very calm and peaceful; one can watch a sunset in the evening and a sunrise early in the morning.

Sankri to Juda ka Talab

<ul>
<li>Altitude Gain From 6,400 feet to 9,100 feet.</li>
<li>4 kms Trekking</li>
<li>5 hours of Trekking</li>
<li>Camping at Juda Ka Talab</li>
<li>Accommodation &amp; Food in tents.</li>
</ul>

Start from Sankri to Juda ka Talab

Next day post breakfast at Juda Ka Talab, we start our trek through pine-oak forest and finally cross the tree line and enter alpine meadows on the lower slopes of the summit. As one gets out of the forest, one comes to an extensive ground full of mixed flora where one gets the wonderful sight of the Dhauladhar Ranges. This campsite is in the middle of lush green grasslands and has panoramic views towards the Pir Panjal range of Himachal. Have fun wandering around and observing the natural surroundings of the Pacific Northwest before making camp here for the evening.

Juda ka Talab to Kedarkantha Base Camp

<ul>
<li>Altitude Gain From 9,100 feet to 11,250 feet.</li>
<li>4 kms Trekking</li>
<li>2.5 hours of Trekking</li>
<li>Camping at Kedarkantha Base Camp</li>
<li>Accommodation &amp; Food in tents.</li>
</ul>

Today is a long day and is difficult as it involves ascending from the west ridge to the top. The excursion should start early in the morning after breakfast; we strive to arrive at the summit by first light. When ascending gradually, the ground gets covered with dense pines while following views open up. It does take over two hours in ascent though the view of the surrounding landscape keep one motivated and the anticipation of the climb. Finally at the top, one can get the panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges with the clouds like an artwork painting. In a while, we return to the ground level for lunch and later to the Hargaon camp site to spend the night in a tent.

Kedarkantha base to Kedarkantha peak; Descend to Sankri 

<ul>
<li>Altitude gain from 11,250 feet to 12,500 feet, then descend to 8,900 feet</li>
<li>6 kms Trekking</li>
<li>7 hours of Trekking</li>
<li>Reach the summit and then return to the base camp for lunch.</li>
<li>After lunch, descend down to Hargaon.</li><li>Reach Hargaon by evening.</li><li>Accommodation & Food in tents.</li>
</ul>

Kedarkantha base to Kedarkantha peak then descend to Hargaon

Today we will be heading towards Sankri from where it all started approximately 6 kms long trail counting about 4 hours. After breakfast, we will descend through a more marked well paved route, laden with stones. A trail further leading to a ridge from where you get a splendid view of Har ki Dun valley. And by the evening we reach Sankri. Small handmade goods, wooden toys and wooden home décor items can be bought from here. Local delicacies can be tasted here for a memorable experience. Overnight stay at the guesthouse.

Hargaon camp to Sankri

<ul><li>Altitude: 8,900 feet to 6,400 feet.</li><li>6 kms trek, approx 4 hours</li><li>Descend 2500 feet through dense pine forests.</li></ul>

We will be arranging a vehicle for you to drop at Dehradun if you have opted cab services with moxtain. Else you can take public transportation or shared taxi at Sankri.

Sankri to Dehradun


<ul><li>200 km drive, approximately 10 hours drive.</li><li>Travel Back from Sankri to Dehradun</li><li>You will be dropped at Dehradun station in a pre-booked vehicle or cab.</li><ul>

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Kedarkantha Trek

The Kedarkatha trek itinerary starts with an 8–9 hour long drive. If a trekker has booked a cab with moxtain the assembly time is 6-7 a.m at Prince Chowk near Dehradun Railway station. The exact timing will be conveyed to trekker a day prior by late evening in the WhatsApp group.
If a trekker has not reserved a cab with moxtain you can reach Sankri on your own from local public transport or take shared taxi from Mussoorie Bus station that is near the Dehradun Railway Station. The last bus leaves at around 7 a.m. Timings may vary so be sure you are aware of the updated timings.
On reaching Sankri your stay at Homestay and your evening meals are covered in the package. Rest for the day at Sankri and get ready for the 4 days long adventure ahead.

Start you day with a long drive and scenic from Dehradun to Sankri.

<ul>
<li>Start your day early on the morning from Dehradun</li>
</ul>
<li>Pick up time is around 6-7 a.m. (If you have booked a cab with moxtain)</li>
<li>Reach Sankri by early evening</li>
<li>Rest for the night at Sankri Homestay. Meals and stay are covered in package</li>

Drive from Dehradun to Sankri

Today is the day your trek to Kedarkatha actually starts. Being an easy trek, today is an easy trek trail of around 4 km. This takes around 5-6 hours. The trek trail is surrounded by pine and oak trees. In peak winter season the trees are devoid of leaves and covered in snow mostly. If planning Kedarkatha trek in the peak winter months which is the best time you will find snow from Sankri itself.
Good water-resistant shoes and proper winter clothing is a prerequisite. Enjoy the trail as the tree line will be in the backdrop tomorrow. Reach the first campsite of Kedarkatha trek by afternoon. Have hot lunch at the campsite and relax and soak in the beauty of your surroundings. An acclimatization walk will be done today. Evening snack and dinner will be served hot at the campsite.

Trek from Sankri to Juda ka Talab, the first campsite of Kedarkantha Trek.

<ul>
<li>Your trekking starts today, leave all you extra luggage at Sankri basecamp and carry only limited and required things and essentials for your trek ahead.</li>
<li>After breakfast and briefing start trekking from Sankri to Juda Ka Talab.</li>
<li>Total trek distance is 4 km and it takes around 5-6 hours.</li>
<li>An easy day, reach the Juda K a Talab campsite by afternoon. Lunch, evening snacks and dinner at the campsite.</li></ul>

Trek from Sankri to Juda Ka Talab

Day 3 starts after breakfast at Juda Ka Talab Campsite. Today is also an easy day of 4 km trek distance from Juda Ka Talab to Kedarkantha Basecamp. The Trail starts with a tree line and as you progress ahead you leave the trees behind and reach a vast meadow like campsite which is covered in white sheet of snow in the peak winter season. This will be your day 3 campsite Kedarkantha basecamp.
Since there is an altitude is gained the climb can be tiring and you will have to push yourself. If you are carrying your own luggage from day 1 make sure you have packed light that will help you to trek easily than with a heavy luggage. The acclimatization walk will be done in the evening. Hot lunch, evening snacks and dinner will be served at the campsite. Rest well and early as tomorrow is the day when you scale the summit. Sleep early as the trek will start really early in the morning.

Your day 3 trekking from Juda Ka Talab Campsite to Kedarkantha Basecamp

<ul>
<li>Another easy day with 4 km trek from Juda Ka Talab to Kedarkantha Basecamp.</li>
<li>Time taken to cover this distance is 5-6 hours.</li>
<li>Hot Lunch, evening snacks and dinner will be served at the campsite.</li>
<li>Altitude gain - Juda ka Talab altitude 6400 ft to Kedarkatha Basecamp altitude 9100 ft.</li>
</ul>

Trek from Juda Ka Talab to Kedarkantha Basecamp

The trek leader will inform in the briefing that your day will start really early in the morning. At around 3 a.m. you start your summit climb to Kedarkatha after breakfast. 
Today you will be given packed lunch as you will be trekking for the day. First is the summit climb followed by descent to Hargaon campsite. You reach Hargaon campsite by later afternoon or early evening. Ascend will be tough and descend will be fun as you can do snow slides on the way down. Make sure you have the guides and trek leader around you guiding you for snow slides.
Altitude drop is from 12,500 ft to 10334 ft. Hot evening snacks and dinner will be served at Hargaon campsite. Retire early for the night as tomorrow is a long day as you trek down to Sankri and drive back to Dehradun.

Day 4 start really early in the morning - trekking from Kedarkantha Basecamp to Kedarkantha Summit to Hargaon Campsite.

<ul>
<li>Today is the day when you reach the summit. Start really early around 3 a.m. in the morning.</li>
<li>Trek from Kedarkantha basecamp to Kedarkantha Summit.</li>
<li>Witness the sunrise at Kedarkantha summit with 360-degree view of the mountain ranges.</li>
<li>You reach from 11,250 ft to 12,250 ft. The climb is steep and quite challenging for first timers.</li>
<li>Spend some time at summit click pictures and descend down to Hargaon campsite.</li>
<li>Evening snacks and dinner at the Hargaon Campsite.</li>
</ul>

Trek from Kedarkantha Basecamp to Kedarkantha Summit to Hargaon

Today is the last day of your Kedarkantha trek. You again start your day early as it is a long day. First after breakfast trek down from Hargaon campsite to Sankri. The descend is easy. The total trek distance is 6 km and time taken is around 3-4 hours.
Once you reach Sankri, freshen up and start your drive back from Sankri to Dehradun. The distance is around 200 km and time taken is again 8-9 hours.

Trek down from Hargaon Campsite to Sankri and Drive back from Sankri to Dehradun

<ul>
<li>An easy day as you descend to Sankri basecamp today after breakfast. The trek distance is 6 km and is easy.</li>
<li>From Sankri you drive back to Dehradun.</li>
<li>If you have booked a cab with moxtain it will arranged for you. Else you can look from shared taxi.</li>
</ul>

Descend from Hargaon to Sankri to Dehradun

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