About Har Ki Dun Valley:
Har ki Dun, is a valley that is situated in Govind Wildlife sanctuary, Uttarkashi district in north-west Uttarakhand. It is a cradle shaped valley that can only be reached by trekking to the valley. The distance to the Har ki Dun valley is 25 km from the road head. Thus the total trek distance is 50 km. It takes 2 to 3 days to reach the valley and return in another 2 days. In 1937, Doon school master Jack Gibson along with Tenzing Norgay and his colleague John Martyn climbed Bandarpunch peak. Jack Gibson made several expeditions in the region and trained young Indian mountaineers. The flora, fauna and Garhwali culture of Har ki Dun region thus became known to the outside world. The name "Har Ki Dun" is interpreted in two different ways. First is the literal translation, i.e. Valley of Gods - Har is the name for Shiva, one of the trinity gods as per Hinduism. Dun means a valley. The other name has more resemblance with the local culture and traditions. The second translation is "The sound of Shiva or the Sound of God". Every year to welcome Lord Someshwara (a form of Shiva) a festival is held in the valley, where a Dhaki (drummer) plays the drum. It is said that ages ago a Dhaki had disappeared in the Valley above and every year during the festival month one can still occasionally hear the Dhaki playing drums far up in the valley in the early hours of the day. Many village elders mention of several accounts throughout their lives about hearing these drums.
- A picturesque trek that takes you through the beautiful Garhwal region of the Himalayas.
- Witness the stunning beauty of the Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, and Black Peak mountain ranges.
- Trek through charming villages that offer a glimpse into the local way of life.
- Experience the thrill of crossing the gushing Supin river over a swaying bridge.
- Explore the unique and ancient wooden architecture of the region, including the Morinda Lake, known for its mirror-like reflections of the surrounding peaks.
- See a wide range of flora and fauna, including oak and pine trees, and a variety of birds and animals.
- Visit the mesmerizing Jaundhar Glacier and witness its beauty and grandeur.
- Camp in the midst of nature surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas.
- Get an opportunity to experience the warmth and hospitality of the locals, who are known for their friendly nature and rich cultural heritage.
Day 1 – Delhi to Dehradun
- Reporting at New Delhi railway station at 02.00 pm and proceed to Dehradun by train.
- Reach Dehradun by 09.00 pm and check in at Hotel.
- Overnight stay at Hotel near railway station in Dehradun.
Day 2 - Dehradun to Sankri
- Drive Duration - 187 km in 7 Hours
- The drive to this village is as enchanting as the views of the Garhwal Himalayas from this little hamlet of Sankri.
- On the way to Sankri, you would also be passing by the famous hill station of Mussoorie. Also, there would be several waterfalls welcoming you on the roads.
- Overnight stay in Homestay.
Day 3 - Sankri to Talkua, Trek to Chillurgad.
- Drive Duration - 16 km in 1 Hour
- Trek Duration - 12 KM in 5-6 Hours
- Get ready to cross the stream and gushing waterfalls on your adventurous jeep ride. After a crazy ride on the topsy-turvy roads of the Garhwal Himalayas, you would be dropped near the Taluka Village.
- The trekking route doesn’t include much of a steep ascent. River Supin would be gushing-by all along your trekking route to the Har Ki Dun Valley. After a stiff climb by crossing the Seema-Osla Bridge over a stream, you would reach one of the ancient villages of Har Ki Dun Valley.
- Overnight stay in Tents.
Day 4 - Chillurgad to Boslo
- Trek Duration - 12 KM in 6-7 Hours
- As we start the days trek, we realize the magnificence of the landscape surrounding Osla – full of terraced farms. The colors of these lands differ in every season.
- The ascending path climbs high above the confluence of Supin river and the river from Ruinsara valley. From near this confluence, we get a view of the snow-clad peaks of Ruinsara valley including Black Peak, the highest peak in the region.
- The journey today is rather short, which gives the opportunity to acclimatize to the high altitude and prepare for the next days journey.
Day 5 - Boslo to Har ki Dun, and return trek to Boslo
- Trek Duration - 6 KM in 5 Hours
- The days trek can be considered to short as we today visit Har Ki Dun.
- After traversing higher up along the true right of the river, we enter the final stretch which is inside a forest. The forest opens up into the main camping area of Har ki Dun, right beside the gurgling stream. This is a very panoramic spot in Har ki Dun located at the junction of two valleys, one originating from Jaundhar glacier and the other from beyond Hata glacier.
- After visiting Har ki Dun we come back to Boslo Camp for Lunch.
- Rest of the day to relax and chill at campsite.
- Overnight at Boslo Campsite
Day 6 - Boslo to Chillargud
- Trek Duration - 12 KM in 5-6 Hours
- A moderate trek of around 6-7 km would first lead you to the same trail towards Osla village. It then moves downhill towards the Ruinsara Valley.
- A few kilometres of trail of this Ruinsara trek, before reaching the camping grounds near the waterfall, passes through the dense forest.
- The open grassy meadows with the whispering sound of the tumbling waterfall make for a perfect campsite. The sky, on a no moon, the night can be seen studded with twinkling stars.
- We came here some 1.5 km short of the lake.
Day 7: Chilargud to Taluka to Sankri
- Trek Distance - 14 KM in 5-6 hours.
- Early morning, we proceed to Taluka from Seema. This is a total 12 km trek that takes you through dense forests.
- By afternoon, we will reach Taluka and then proceed towards Sankri. The distance from Taluka to Sankri is approximately 10 km.
- Overnight stay at Sankri.
Day 8: Sankri to Dehradun
- Going back home always feels great. But the drive will not make it easy for we take the same alluring road back to Dehradun.
- The landscape slowly changes from pine forests to wider roads as we head back towards Dehradun, finally opening up into the bustling city life.
- Overnight stay at Hotel in Dehradun.
Day 9: Time to Say Good Bye and cherrish unforgettable memories of trek.
- Departure for Delhi by 05.00 am by train and reach New Delhi railway station by approx.12.30 pm.
- You can book your onward journey anytime after 15.00 pm on this day.
- There is an option to book flight directly from Jolly Grant Airport located near Dehradun and fly back home.
What is included in the tour
- Transportation from Delhi to Delhi.
- Stay is included from Day 1 to Day 8 (Dehradun to Dehradun). You will be staying in a Hotel/guest house at the base camp. The rest of the days will be camping when on the trek.
- Vegetarian meals along the trek route from the Base Camp to Base Camp.
- Sleeping bag, mattress, tents, kitchen tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required).
- Professional outdoor experts, guide, cook and support staff.
- All trekking permits and forest camping charges are included.
- First aid medical kit.
What is NOT included in the tour
- Personal luggage with mass not exceeding 12 kg per bag per person can be carried by porters/mules @ Rs 400 per day per bag (Total Rs. 2000/-).
- Meals during transit from Pune to Base Camp and back.
- Medical expenses (apart from first aid).
- Any kind of shopping, mineral water, optional sight-seeing, and any other expenses of personal nature.
- Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation / hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities or any emergency evacuation expenses.
- Clothing of personal nature like trek shoes, kit bags, day packs, down jackets and other special clothing etc. (You can rent out from us)
- Any other item not mentioned in the cost include section.
