Kedarkantha Winter Trek – A fresh snow summit in winters
- Upcoming group fixed departures to Kedarkantha trek starting on
- Nov-: 7th, 16th, 19th, 24th, 27th, 28th
- Dec-: 1, 2, 8, 9, 14, 16, 20, 21, 26, 27, 29,
- from EX. Dehradun. and every saturday and sunday fixed departure
- Private/customised treks for your own group/family is open as per your preferred date.
TREK FEE: ₹ 8499 + 5% GST per person, Dehradun to Dehradun
Cost Includes
- Book for 10 or more persons and avail flat 5% Group Discount on TREK FEE.
- Inclusions:
- 2 night’s accommodation at Sankri (Day 1 & Day 5) in lodge on twin sharing basis and dinner. We will provide separate room(s) for male and female member(s).
- All meals during the trek. Regular Indian style nutritious vegetarian food during the trek (including occasional eggs), breakfast packed/hot lunch (depending upon the time you reach a campsite), snacks, dinner along with coffee/tea/soup.
- Excellent Trekking Guide, who will be a local to this particular area and has profound knowledge of the trekking trails around.
- Specialised Cook, Support staff, Porters/Packed Animals for carrying the central logistics of the trek.
- All nights stay in tents on twin sharing basis during the trek. We will provide separate tent(s) for male and female member(s).
- Camping equipment/gears like Sleeping bag, Carry mattress, Gaiters, Micro spikes/Crampon. (If you have a high altitude specific personal Sleeping Bag use it for better hygiene). You need to bring personal rucksack, trekking shoes and suitable clothing for the trek.
- Kitchen tent, dinning tent and toilet tent as required during the trek.
- All permit fee, camping charges, forest levy required for the trek.
- Basic Medical & First Aid kit. Always bring your personal medicines kit.
Cost Excludes
- Transportation from Dehradun to Sankri and back (₹ 6,500 for Tata Sumo/Bolero and ₹ 9,000 for a Tempo Traveller. Approximately ₹ 750-1000 per person one way for the pick up or drop when shared with fellow trekkers). One way bus ride is ~ ₹ 450.
- We assume that you will carry your personal Rucksack/Backpack with all your personal belongings. If you want to offload your Rucksack and be carried by our Pack Animal/Porter then you need to pay additional ₹ 1400 for the entire duration of the trek. The Rucksack should not weigh more than 10 Kg. Always carry your personal daypack in case of you opted for rucksack offloading.
- Anything is is NOT mentioned in the “Inclusions” or personal in nature.
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6D/5N
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12500ft
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Easy
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5.5/10
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25 km
Kedarkantha Winter Trek – A fresh snow summit in winters
Upcoming group fixed departures to Kedarkantha trek starting on
Nov-: 7th, 16th, 19th, 24th, 27th, 28th
Dec-: 1, 2, 8, 9, 14, 16, 20, 21, 26, 27, 29,
from EX. Dehradun. and every saturday and sunday fixed departure
Private/customised treks for your own group/family is open as per your preferred date.
Best Winter Trek In Uttarakhand
Get Ready to trek the most popular and adventurous Kedarkantha Trek located in Uttarkashi, Uttrakhand, India. Fringed with pine trees and decked with the prettiness of snow, Peak is often considered the best snow-trekking destination across the globe. Located at an altitude of 12,500 ft. above sea level, the trek to this mountain pass in Uttarakhand provides diverse levels of challenges to the voyagers. If you want to experience nature at its best and enjoy a wonderful trek then this Winter Snow Trek is definitely for you. During the trek, you will pass through mesmerizing picturesque views, rich forests, fields as well as snow trails. You need to know that Kedarkantha Summit is nestled in Govind wild life National santuary Park of Uttarkashi. This beautiful peak is encircled by several scenic river valleys, this valley is also known as upper valley of garwal, remotely situated villages the villagers of these villages are living here since Mahabharat Period. Kedarkantha is considered as top most winter snow trek in India, beginners can also do this trek in the Himalayas that you need to experience at least once in your life. Best time to do this trek is from the first week of November to the last week of April, you can find a lot of snowfall here. The campsites of this trek are beautifull all camps are covered with snow after mid november.
Very few treks offer the same adventure, making it popular among beginners for its finest summit climb.
Ever since green valley himalayas explored and opened up Kedarkantha as a winter trek in 2009, many other organisers have followed suit. Having explored and trekked this route for over a decade, we know every nook and corner on the trail.
About the trek:
Kedarkantha Trek is a renowned winter trek in Uttarakhand, India, known for its stunning snow-covered landscapes and panoramic views of the Himalayas. The trek starts from Sankri village and takes around 5 days to complete, covering approximately 20 kilometres. The trail passes through dense pine forests, meadows, and quaint villages, offering a unique experience for trekkers. With a maximum altitude of around 12,500 feet, it provides a moderate level of challenge, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced trekkers.
Trekkers witness breathtaking snowy panoramas, making it a dream trek for those seeking an unforgettable winter experience. Thrillophilia’s Kedar Kantha trek packages are often chosen for their inclusions, accessibility, beautiful trails and experienced guides.
Winter summit to the Kedarkantha peak is indeed special. You will remember the summit push while breaking the dawn for long in your memory. Pictures can give you some feel, but not all
Kedarkantha trek brief itinerary:
Day 1: Dehradun to Sankri drive – 200 Km – 9/10 hrs
Day 2: Trek to Juda Tal – 4 Km- 4/5 hours
Day 3: Trek to Kedarkantha base – 3 Km – 3 hours
Day 4: Trek to Kedarkantha peak and back to Kedarkantha base – 4 Km – 4/5 hours
Day 5: Trek to Sankri — 4 Km – 4/5 hours
Day 6: Drive from Sankri to Dehradun – 200 Km – 8/9 hours
Important note:
You need to reach on your own to Dehradun on Day 1 morning (latest by 7 am) or the previous night. Return to Dehradun on Day 6 evening (by 7 pm). Arrange your tickets for inward journey and return from Dehradun accordingly. We will arrange transport to reach Sankri and return which is included in the TREK FEE.
Last ATM is at Mori, 25 Km before Sankri but don’t depend till you reach here. Withdraw cash well in advance either in Dehradun, Naugaon or Purola.
Only BSNL and Vodafone network may work at trek base Sankri, that too very limited connections. Make a phone call back to home from Mori while reaching Sankri. After Sankri there is no presence of network.
Kedarkantha TREK FEE: ₹ 8499 + 5% GST
Above TREK FEE essentially includes everything that you need, once you reach Sankri. 2 night’s accommodation in lodge(twin sharing, men and women separate rooms), 4 days of trek, all camping equipment, 3 nights accommodation in tent , all meals, Sankri to Sankri. Your personal clothing and
Your trek is guaranteed once we accept your booking. Furthermore the tour is insured for a maximum duration of 7 days, including Dehradun to Dehradun against any accidents or natural calamities.
Transportation to reach and return from Sankri are not included. It is around ₹ 750 – 1000 one way. You may take a bus from Dehradun to Sankri, fare is around ₹ 400 one way.
For more detailed inclusions & exclusions, check the COST INCLUSIONS tab.
Temperature & clothing:
Winter temperature: From December to February during winter the daytime temp remains cool and nights are cold. Night/early morning temperatures (when it usually reaches minimum) will be approximately as following
Sankri: 2°C to 0°C
Juda Tal: -2°C to -5°C
Kedarkantha base: -5°C to -10° C.
Spring & Autumn/Fall temperature: Day time weather remains pleasant and nights are cooler.
Night/early morning temperatures at camp sites can be from 8-10°C (lower camps/Juda Tal) to 0-2°C (higher camps/Kedarkantha base)
It is important to carry proper clothing in winter as the campsite temperatures are sub zero in winter. Also it is fairly cold during early spring or late autumn . Three layers of clothing is mandatory in the campsite while outside tent.
a) A thermal base layer (warm woolly-cot material).
b) A heavy jacket (Double layer or Fleece jacket ) as middle layer.
c) A windproof cum waterproof with hood as the outer layer.
You will not require the thermal base layer from May to October.
We provide triple sharing tents, which remain much warmer inside. Normally it is 8°C to 10°C warmer than outside measured temperatures. Still it may remain around or below freezing inside tent! Don’t worry, we will provide -5°C rated sleeping bag.
Do we get snow in Kedarkantha trek during spring (March/April)?
Being in Uttarkashi district and due to proximity with the Himachal border, Kedarkantha trail normally receives moderate to heavy snowfall from December to February. Quite naturally winter snow deposition remains as late as April. Also a fresh snowfall in not rare even in spring on altitude around ~ 3000 m/10000 ft or above. In general you will get patches of snow in and around Juda Tal campsite. As you climb higher, you will encounter more snow. From Kedarkantha base to the summit, normally the trail will be covered with moderate snow (around 6 inches). Another advantage of Kedarkantha spring trek is that the temperature will be warmer comparing to winter months and more conducive to trekkers who don’t feel like getting into subzero temperature throughout. Plus blooming of Rhododendron in the stretch between Sankri to Juda Ka Talao is definitely a bonus in spring :-).
Finally Kedarkantha summit opened again on 18th March’19, as the first team after a long break reached the summit of Kedarkantha. Entire February and till mid of March snow was just too much to deal with and no team was able to reach summit. These are the pictures of our team who summit Kedarkantha on 24th March’19. This year snow will remain on summit till May beginning for sure.
Available Dates
DEC 2024 -: 29, 30, 31,
JAN 2025 -: 4, 7, 9, 13, 14, 17, 20, 21, 26, 28
FEV 2025-: 5, 8, 11, 14, 16, 18, 19, 22, 26, 28,
https://youtube.com/shorts/7IwVRnsno-0?si=TBLNBs0zPNTRrWQE
Highlights
- Duration: 4 days of trekking; Walking from Sankri to Kedarkantha summit and back to Sankri. 6 days from Dehradun to Dehradun.
- Prerequisite: No prior trekking experience is required. Good physical fitness is always desired in any trek.
- Grade: Easy
- Physicality: 5.5/10
- Trail Length: 25 Km
- Highest Point: Kedarkantha peak ~ 3820 m/12500 ft
- Seasons: March/April (Spring/Snow), October/November (Post Monsoon/Fall), & December to February (Winter/Snow)
- Further Option: Har Ki Dun trek can be combined.
- Access: Trek starting point (trek base) is Sankri, 200 Km from Dehradun.
- Rail station: Dehradun (Station Code: DDN)
- Airport: Delhi, Jolly Grant in Dehradun (Airport Code: DED)