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Kedarkantha Trek
Overview
The Kedarkantha Trek is one of the most popular Himalayan treks in India and is especially known for its snow-covered trails and consistent summit success rate. Located in Uttarakhand's Govind Wildlife Sanctuary, the trek reaches an altitude of approximately 12,500 ft and offers an ideal introduction to high-altitude trekking. With well-defined trails, scenic campsites, and gradual ascents, Kedarkantha is suitable for beginners while still providing a complete Himalayan trekking experience.
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 0
Delhi to Sankri
- Departure from Delhi at night around 9:00 pm
- Pick-up from Akshardham Metro Station
- Overnight journey towards Sankri via Dehradun
Day 1
Arrival at Sankri
- Arrival at Sankri village
- Check-in to guesthouse
- Evening briefing by trek leader
- Dinner and overnight stay
Day 2
Sankri to Juda Ka Talab
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek through pine and oak forests
- Lunch during the trek
- Reach Juda Ka Talab campsite
- Evening snacks
- Dinner and overnight stay in tents
Day 3
Juda Ka Talab to Kedarkantha Base Camp
- Breakfast at campsite
- Trek through snow trails and alpine clearings
- Lunch during the trek
- Reach Kedarkantha Base Camp by afternoon
- Evening snacks
- Dinner and overnight stay
Day 4
Kedarkantha Summit and Return to Sankri
- Early morning breakfast
- Summit push to Kedarkantha Summit
- Descend back towards Sankri
- Lunch during descent
- Evening snacks at Sankri
- Dinner and overnight stay
Day 5
Sankri to Delhi
- Early morning breakfast
- Departure for Delhi
- Return journey to Delhi
- Arrival in Delhi early morning next day (tentative)
Highlights
Snow trekking experience during winter months
High summit success rate
Sunrise views from Kedarkantha summit
Forest trails and scenic alpine camps
Beginner-friendly high-altitude trek
Night departure from Delhi