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Destinations Covered : Sankri, Govind Wild Life Sanctuary
Being one of the most beautiful valleys in the Western Himalayas, Har ki Dun is nestled in the middle of a cradle shaped vale just below the Har ki Dun Peak. A delight for the adventure geeks and trekkers, this trek can be done in both summer and winter. The valley can be assessed through Govind National Park which is popular for its rich flora and fauna.
The trail of the Har ki Dun trek passes through moraine ridges, alpine meadows, pine forests, glacier basins and ancient villages. It is a great opportunity to enjoy the spectacular views of the valley at the same time experiencing the slow paced local lifestyle.
Adorned with the title of “Valley of Gods” in Hindu mythology, one has to follow the trail which was taken by Pandavas to ascend to heaven via Swargarohini, the most dominating mountain of Har ki Dun Valley. The unique mountain views is what makes the Har ki Dun Trek cost a value for money. Har ki Dun is the only valley from where you can see Swargarohini – I, II, III, Blackpeak and Bandarpoonch all together.
Being a valley trek, you get to walk along the Supin River. As the trail is still not taken up very often, one can see the birds and animals strolling in the region. You can spot black bears, langoor families, Barasingha and wild boars. Populated with ancient villages some of which are over 3000 years old, this trek would take you back in time where things were simple and life was just as beautiful as the valley.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1 – Drive from Dehradun to Taluka via Mussoorie
Day 02 – Trek from Taluka to Osla
Day 03 – Trek from Osla to Har Ki Dun
Day 04 – Exploration Day at Har Ki Dun
Day 05 – Trek from Har Ki Dun to Osla
Day 06 – Trek from Osla to Sankri
Day 07 – Drive from Sankri to Dehradun
Trek Itinerary Detailed
Day 1 : Sankri : Drive from Dehradun to Sankri via Mussoorie (200Kms - 8 Hrs)
The very first day we will meet at Dehradun railway station at 6:00 in the morning for our journey through curvaceous roads of The Shivalik Himalayas. Today’s journey from Dehradun to Sankri/Taluka is about 220 Kms long and takes around 10 hours. Enroute we will stop for breakfast and also get fresh for the rest of the journey. Reach Sankri late in the evening and take full rest at the camp for the Har Ki Dun Trek.
Day 2 : Drive from Sankri – Taluka (12 km drive) ,Taluka – Osla (14 kms trek)
Today we will go trekking from Osla to Har Ki Doon to Har Ki Doon top and once you reach there you would not want to come back the beauty is such. The trek is rewarding through open meadows and views of snow capped peaks. After trekking for about 6 hours you will reach the camp relish on delicious lunch prepared by our team and enjoy the views of pristine trek in the Himalayas.
We will follow the same routine of morning exercise, breakfast and our trek leader will brief about today’s trek schedule. Today will trek for around 14 kms to Taluka campsite to Osla Village. There is a unique temple of Duryodhan of Mahabharatha in Osla village situated at an altitude of 2650m. Along the trek route you will cross bridges over Tons river, lush green valley covered with wild orchids of Himalayas and if you are lucky then you may encounter the rich wild life of Himalayas like barking deer, Bharal, Blue Sheep, Bear or Leopard too. Reach camp and immerse in the pristine beauty of Garhwal Himalayas. Pitch your tents and try your hand in Night Long exposure photography.
Today is our exploration day those who want to enjoy the most exotic book reading session can relax in the camp and rest can trek up to Jaundhar Glacier which is around 4 Kms and takes around 3 Hrs to reach but the view of the glacier is to die for. After our healthy breakfast and packed lunch we will start the today’s leg of Har Ki Dun trek the visit to Jaundhar Glacier. After spending few hours we will return to Har Ki Dun camp.
Today will the easy part of the Har Ki Dun trek but going downhill is always a tricky one. We will be trekking by the same route so you have an idea about the landscape. After a tiring day relax for some time have your sumptuous lunch and they explore the area.
Be ready to trek down the entire leg of Har Ki Dun Trek from Osla Village to Sankri in one go, though it will be long but it will not be that tiring as the entire route is downhill. Reach camp and relax …now onwards no more trekking.
Today will be the most complex day the on one side you will be happy that no more trekking on the other hand gloomy because the trek is going to end. We will start our drive early in the morning so that we reach on time at Dehradun Railway station to catch your train or flights for onward journey.
Things to get for Har Ki Dun Trek
