Trek Fee: ₹ 99,999 (Joshimath to Ransi) per person + 5% GST.
Cost Includes
- Book for 5 persons or more and get a flat 10% discount on TREK FEE on our any scheduled group departure date.
- Inclusions:
- One night’s accommodation at Joshimath (Day 1) and dinner.
- All meals during the trek (starting from Day 2 breakfast and ending with Day 11 lunch), including vegetarian options with occasional servings of eggs.
- Excellent trekking guide, who will be a local with profound knowledge of the trekking trails. One guide is provided for every 5 trekkers.
- Specialised Cook, Support staff, and High Altitude Porters (HAP) for carrying the central logistics of the trek.
- Stay in tents (2/3 persons dome-shaped tents) on a sharing basis during the trek.
- Camping equipment like Sleeping bag, Carry mattress, and technical equipment like static/dynamic rope, carabiners, sling, ice axe, gaiters, micro spikes/crampon, etc.
- Kitchen tent and toilet tent as required during the trek.
- All permit fees, camping charges, and forest levies required for the trek.
- Basic Medical & First Aid kit.
- Travel and Medical insurance policy covering high-altitude trekking and mountaineering up to 6500 m.
Cost Excludes
- Transportation from Haridwar to Joshimath and return from trek end point Ransi (₹ 2000 – 3000 per person for the pickup and drop when shared with fellow trekkers).
- Offloading of rucksacks is NOT permitted on this trek. You need to carry your backpack along with all your personal belongings, sleeping bag, and sleeping mattress.
- Cost of buffer/reserve day, i.e. Day 16. If used during trekking, an additional ₹ 5000 will be collected at Ransi after the trek.
- Any tip/gratuity to the HT support staff.
- Anything that is NOT mentioned in the “Inclusions” or personal.
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12D/11N
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5200 m/17050 ft
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Hard
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9/10
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80 Km
Embark on an Epic Himalayan Odyssey: Panpatia Col Trek
Embark on an Epic Himalayan Odyssey: Panpatia Col Trek
Get ready for a legendary adventure on the Panpatia Col trek, a fascinating route connecting Badrinath to Kedarnath over high glaciers and passes. Unraveling the secrets of this mystical region, the trek ventures into the heartland of central Garhwal, revealing the raw beauty of the core Himalayas.
Historical Curiosity
In 1934, legendary mountaineers Eric Shipton and Bill Tilman embarked on a curious journey to determine the feasibility of performing rituals and Puja by the same priest at Kedar and Badri on the same day. This arduous exploration concluded at the Panpatia Col, setting the stage for an unforgettable trekking experience.
Key Highlights:
- Panpatia Col (5200 m/17056 ft): This narrow passage on the southwest corner of the Panpatia glacier serves as the watershed between the Alaknanda and Mandakini river systems. The trek begins from Badrinath, taking you to the very base of Chaukhamba pillars, traversing the Panpatia glacier’s snow and ice fields.
Trail Overview:
- Leaving the main Alaknanda river valley near Khirao village, the journey unfolds through lush green forests and traverses a ridge, reaching the meadows until Madmaheshwar.
- Ascending through boulder and moraine zones, the trail continues along the Panpatia glacier, showcasing breathtaking views of the surrounding high mountains.
- Negotiating the rocky Parvati Gully and ascending to the base of Parvati Peak, the trek leads to the Panpatia glacier, where you camp before the thrilling crossing of the Panpatia Col.
- Descending from the col involves rappelling on snow, followed by a traverse to Sujal Sarovar. The trail leads to Kachni Khal and onward to Madmaheshwar, finally descending through Rhododendron and Oak forests to Ransi village.
Prerequisites for Panpatia Col Trek:
- Completion of at least 4 high altitude treks going above ~ 4500 m/15000 ft.
- Minimum of 2 Difficult grade treks beyond 5000 m/16500 ft (e.g., Pin Parvati Pass, Ronti Saddle, Parang La, Stok Kangri, etc.).
- Excellent physical condition with no prior acclimatization issues at high altitude.
Brief Itinerary:
- Day 01: Drive from Haridwar to Joshimath – 280 km – 11/12 hours. Lodge.
- Day 02: Stay at Joshimath. Acclimatization and height gain to Auli and back – 4/5 hours. Lodge.
- Day 03: Drive to Benkuli – 30 Km – 1 hour – trek to Khiraon village – 5 Km – 3/4 hours. Camp.
- Day 04: Trek from Shepherd’s camp – 10 Km – 5/6 hours. Camp.
- Day 05: Trek to snout camp – 4 Km – 3 hours. Camp.
- Day 06: Trek to upper moraine area – 5 Km – 4/5 hours. Camp.
- Day 07: Trek to rock below Parvati Gully – 4 Km – 4 hours. Camp.
- Day 08: Trek to Panpatia Glacier snowfield camp via Parvati Gully – 6 Km – 5/6 hours. Camp.
- Day 09: Trek to Sujal Sarovar via Panpatia Col – 10 Km – 8/10 hours. Camp.
- Day 10: Trek to Kachni Khal and descent to Madmaheshwar – 20 Km – 9/10 hours. Lodge/camp.
- Day 11: Trek to Ransi village – 16 Km – 5/6 hours. Drive to Haridwar – 235 Km – 9/10 hours.
- Day 12: Mandatory buffer/reserve day (will be utilized if required during the trek).
Important Notes on the itinerary:
- Arrive at Haridwar on Day 1 by 6 am. Arrange return train/bus tickets from Haridwar on Day 12 night after 10 pm.
- Campsites are indicative and subject to weather and team conditions.
- Approximate trekking distance: 80 Km.
Seasons for Panpatia Col Trek
Choose between two narrow windows suitable for this challenging and remote trail:
- Summer: Mid-May to Mid June
- Post Monsoon/Fall: September
Each season has its pros and cons, so decide carefully based on your preferences. Summer brings snow from snout or moraine camp, while post-monsoon offers minimal snow but extensive moraine/boulder walk.
Access to Trek Base (Joshimath, 280 Km from Haridwar)
Depending on the number of trekkers, a car pickup from Haridwar to Joshimath and a return from Ransi to Haridwar can be arranged. Pay directly to the driver, sharing equally.
If reaching Joshimath independently:
- Direct buses from Haridwar (Roadways bus stand) to Joshimath start at 4 am. The 280 Km journey can take 12/13 hours.
Duration: 10 days of trekking including a buffer day; Haridwar to Haridwar in 12 days.
- Prerequisite: Prior multiple high-altitude trekking experiences along with good physical fitness and no reported acclimatization issues.
- Grade: Difficult, often referred “Trekking Expedition”
- Physicality: 9/10
- Trail Length: 80 Km
- Highest Point: Panpatia Col ~ 5200 m/ 17050 ft
- Seasons: Mid-May to Mid June (summer) and September (Post monsoon/fall)
- Further Option: From Madhyamaheshwar further trek to Kedarnath in 3/4 days.
- Access: Trek starting point (trek base) is Gangotri, 245 Km from Dehradun.
- Railway station: Haridwar (STN Code: HW)
- Airport: Dehradun, Jolly Grant in Dehradun (Airport Code: DED)
