| Trekking in the Garwal Himalaya |
| Here we have a very interesting itinerary for people keen on mountains and adventure. This region of the Garhwal Himalaya has some of the highest mountains of the world, viz. Nandadevi, Shivling, Bhagirathi etc. It also has some very inviting valleys and meadows interspersed with many sparkling rivers and lakes at altitudes between 5000 - 12000 ft which are easily accessible by the ordinary but energetic person of any age, who loves to trek/ride a pony. At most spots of scenic beauty tented camps may be set up easily, and our experienced staff shall provide hot and tasty meals. An experienced mountain guide will always accompany and supervise all arrangements besides being very educative on the region's flora and fauna. This is the region of the Himalaya whose sheer beauty is credited by Hindu mythology of being the abode of the Gods and the source of the holy river Ganga.Tiny villages dot the mountainsides in apparent isolation and the people are warm and welcoming to those who venture near. |
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| Day 1 |
Bombay/Delhi - Rishikesh |
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Arrive Delhi. Meet our escort/representative and board your awaitingvehicle for the journey to Rishikesh, 225 km/6 hours. Arrive Rishikesh and check into hotel. Evening short tour of Rishikesh and ashrams on the banks of the holy Ganga. Dinner and overnight. |
| Day 2 |
Rishikesh - Uttarkashi |
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After breakfast drive to Uttarkashi, 160 km/5 hours over the mountain roads overlooking the deep Bhagirathi river valley. Late lunch, afternoon free. Dinner and overnight at the Tourist Rest House on the river banks. |
| Day 3 |
Uttarkashi - Kalyani - Agoda Village |
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Early breakfast and depart for a short drive, 13 km, to Kalyani and commence your trekking expedition to Agoda village, 7 km enroute to Dodital - a beautiful high altitude lake. Lunch, dinner and night halt in camp/trekkers hut. Ponies for the children will be provided, alongwith porters, guide and cook. |
| Day 4 |
Agoda - Dodital |
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After hot breakfast leave on foot/pony - 13 km through dense forest for Dodital. Packed lunch enroute. Arrive at your picturesque lakeside camp that is truly breathtaking. Your camp is approx 10,500 ft above sea level! Dinner and overnight. |
| Day 5 |
Dodital |
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Day free to relax/explore Dodital. All meals and overnight in camp. |
| Day 6 |
Dodital - Kalyani - Uttarkashi |
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After breakfast, return on foot/pony 21 km downhill with packed lunch to Kalyani to board your coach for Uttarkashi. Dinner and restful night at the Tourist Rest House. |
| Day 7 |
Uttarkashi - Lata/Malla Belak (8,000 ft) |
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After breakfast depart for short 25 km drive to Lata/Malla village. Then commence your trek uphill 11 km from across the river through lush forest to Belak. Packed lunch enroute. Dinner and overnight at your beautiful campsite. |
| Day 8 |
Belak - Budakedar (5,000 ft) |
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After breakfast resume your trek 14 km downhill amidst typical Himalayan scenery. Packed lunch enroute, dinner and overnight at Budakedar village. |
| Day 9 |
Budakedar - Ghutu (5,000 ft) |
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After breakfast trek 15 km to Ghutu village in the Bhilangana river valley. Packed lunch enroute, dinner and overnight at Tourist Rest House, Ghutu. |
| Day 10 |
Ghutu - Kaudiala |
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After breakfast rejoin your vehicle for the trip to Kaudiala River Camp on the Ganga, about 150 km/6 hours. Lunch, dinner and overnight at the riverfront camp. |
| Day 11 |
Kaudiala |
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Day free to relax by the river, kayak or raft the rapids if so inclined. All meals and overnight at camp. |
| Day 12 |
Kaudiala - Delhi |
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After breakfast depart for Delhi, 265 km/7 hours with hot lunch enroute. Your tour ends with lasting impressions of a fantastic Himalayan odyssey. |
