Dodital & Darwa Top Trek:

• Upcoming group fixed departure to Dodital trek starting on 17th MARCH, 28th MARCH, 15th APRIL, 30 APRIL, 5th MAY, 17th MAY from Dehradun.
• Private/customised treks for your own group/family is open from 15th October.

COVID update and guidelines:

1) As per the COVID protocols laid by Uttarakhand state, the requirement of a COVID-19 -ive test is no longer needed for a tourist. As of date an interstate tourist entering Uttarakhand needs to fill in the details following the below COVID REGISTRATION – (COVID-19) link and it is MANDATORY:
http://smartcitydehradun.uk.gov.in/pravasi-registration
Also check the rules/requirements of your origin state while you re-enter after travelling.
2) Please update/enquire with us about any kind of COVID symptoms or concerns before you travel. Let us know whether you have already exposed or maybe to the virus. Safety primarily depends on the person travelling amid COVID and distancing is not really feasible on a trek in various conditions. Travelling by flight, train or car will have risks associated to it and try to reduce “connections” to a minimum. Once you are in a trek base, we think you are fairly safe.
3) Guidelines for COVID related social distancing and general hygiene norms are to be followed in the lodge/homestay/hotel, especially in the common areas. Carrying masks and sanitiser are a must for all trekkers. Both your tour operator and you need to follow certain COVID SoP/advisories as prescribed by Uttarakhand state and MoHFW, GOI. Download Aragya Setu App in your mobile.
4) With travel opening up, govt. advisories and state/UT guidelines are constantly evolving. Also there are COVID rules for airlines/train/public/private transport. Do check the updates from the respective websites.

For any queries or clarification do consult with us.

About Dodital trek

Dodital trek is sweet trail to delight you year-round. Be it summer, winter or even monsoon, this trek is easy to access. Dodital at an altitude ~ 3100 m/10170 ft (Geo Coordinate (30.8913359 N,78.5176831 E), is a medium to large freshwater lake in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. The emerald green lake is nestled inside thick Oak, pine, cedar and rhododendron forest. It has formed due to accumulation of  natural streams coming down from the surrounding mountains. An outward stream from this lake keeps the balance of the water level and referred to as Assi Ganga.

According to the mythology, this is the birthplace of Lord Ganesha. The name originated from Dhundi-Tal meaning lake of Ganesh. You will locate a neat small temple beside lake on your left, once you reach. Dodital lake is also one of the habitats of introduced Brown Trout species widespread in Indian Himalayas. In summer or fall, it provides a near perfect set up for rest and recreational activities like angling, boating and bird-watching. In winter, it becomes a fairyland, with snow covered conifer forests and snow-capped ridges on the horizon. Camping beside this idyllic and quite setup is surely a delight.

The easy walk along the trail to Dodital, through dense forest, grasslands on the mountain slope, by the river gorges and remote hamlets, reaches the climax at the Darwa Top. From this top you can see both the Gangotri and Yamunotri side with peaks unfolding on both valleys. On our way we will cross villages of Dhandakla, Agoda, Bhebra and the summer-monsoon settlement (locally called Chhani) at Manjhi. This wide valley is formed by Assi Ganga/Dodital Ganga River and you can locate villages and settlements on the other side as well.

Wide valley on the way to DoditalFor the beginners, the trek is an ideal one, in these 6 days, you can get the essence of a proper Himalayan trek. Walking amidst dense forest, trading narrow trail by deep river gorge, crossing streams, camping in wilderness, negotiating steep climb and finally trading knee-deep snow in winter all of these experiences staying within 10000 ft is rare. Though the trail is steep at places, but the altitude being not so high, with ample amount of oxygen in the air, anyone can savour the beauty of this trek.

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Dehradun to Agoda drive – 170 Km – 7/8 hours. Lodge
Day 2:  Trek to Manjhi –  8 Km – 4/5 hours. Camp
Day 3: Trek to Dodital – 7 Km –3/4 hours.  Explore the lake and temple in the afternoon. Camp
Day 4: Climb to Darwa top and back to Dodital – 10 Km – 7/8 hours. Camp
Day 5: Trek back to Agoda – 15 Km – 6/7 hours. Lodge
Day 6: Drive from Agoda to Dehradun – 7/8 hours

Note: You need to reach Dehradun on Day 1 morning (by 9 am)  Return to Dehradun on Day 6 evening (by 7 pm). Arrange your tickets for inward journey and back to home from Dehradun accordingly.

 TREK FEE: ₹ 9950 (Uttarkashi to Uttarkashi) + 5% GST

• Above TREK FEE is applicable for a minimum of 6 members and you can choose any date for your trip.
• TREK FEE includes tented or  homestay/lodge accommodation at Uttarkashi, Agoda, Bhebra and Dodital.
• All meals during the trek.
• Entry fee and permits, trekking guide, support staff during the trek.
• Personal travel insurance for 7 days.
• Transportation to Uttarkashi and return are not included and  is ₹ 5000 for a Tata Sumo one way.
• For detailed inclusions and exclusions check the COST INCLUSIONS tab.

Access to Dodital trek base (Uttarkashi):

Based upon your request we will arrange a pick up and drop from Dehradun to Uttarkashi and back. This will be shared equally by the team members on actual basis. You pay directly to the driver/transporter. The fare is ₹5000 for a Tata Sumo/Mahindra Maxx one way. This can accommodate 6 to 8 people. A Tempo Traveller charges ₹ 8000 (12-14 seat) one way.

To reach the trek base Uttarkashi independently/public transportation check the details in GETTING THERE TAB.