Deoriatal-Chandrashila
₹8,449 (Flat 30% Off)
₹ 6,499
(Sari to Baniyakund)
Service Tax @ 5% (GST)
FTG (Refundable*): ₹ 3,000
Single Accommodation: ₹ 2,000
Backpack Offloading: ₹ 1,000
Inclusion/Exclusion:
Free Trekking Gear (FTG)
Accommodation
Meals
All Permits
Expert Trek Leader & Guide
Expenses to and from the base camp
District: Rudraprayag
Duration: 5 Days
Difficulty Level: Easy
Highest Altitude: 3,962 m / 13,000 ft.
Trekking Distance: 27 Kilometers
Temperature: In summer- Daytime temperature: 13°C to 18°C and Night time temperature: 7°C to 12°C. In winter- Daytime temperature: 5°C to 11°C and Night time temperature: -5°C to -3°C
The Deoriatal-Chandrashila Trek is a gorgeous trek in Uttarakhand that takes you through Deoriatal Lake, Chopta, Tungnath, and Chandrashila peak. You may embark upon this short trek to revitalize yourself with some of the elegant offerings of nature in the form of soothing climate, numerous species of birds, dense forests with maple, rhododendron, and oak trees, and captivating views of all the major summits of Western and Eastern Uttarakhand. Standing on top of the Chandrashila summit is a blessing. This five-day plan is unmatched in nature’s beauty, exhilarating challenges, time efficiency, and convenience. The Deoriatal Lake would mesmerize you with its charm and here you’d get to see animals and birds drinking and slurping its shimmering water. While the trail to Chopta is all about luxuriant meadows and mountainous dwellings amid the Himalayan ranges, the further trail takes you to the Tungnath peak which sits at a height of about 12,073 feet. Tungnath also features the highest Lord Shiva shrine in the world. Deoriatal-Chandrashila trek is recommended for the post-monsoon season where the snow-clad mountains would let you admire and experience the bliss of eternity. For the level of difficulty, the trek is considered quite easy, although some sudden climbs and rugged terrain may test your trekking skills from time to time. The trek to the summit of Chandrashila at about 13,000 ft. marks the last leg of your uphill journey, whereupon it would be a return to Baniyakund. This five-day trail would involve trekking almost 27 km and with salubrious weather in this region, one can always expect a great time here.
Best Time to Visit: Deoriatal-Chandrashila Trek is best for all the year to visit. The best time to visit Chandrashila is in the summers (April-May) and winters (October-December). The best time to trek on Snow to Chandrashila Peak is from January to March.
Trek Itinerary
Reach Sari, the base camp of the Deoriatal-Chandrashila trek. Transport will be arranged at an additional cost from Rishikesh Bus Station (Yoga Capital of the World and sacred town) at 06:30 AM. Cost of the cab – Rs. 6,500/- per vehicle. During the drive, you will be surpassing Devprayag where the confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi to form river Ganges. The river will keep you company throughout, reaching you at Sari by 04:00 in the evening where you will have an overnight stay at a Guest House/Camp/Homestay. Roam the village, learn some words of the local language, this is appreciated and often results in getting more out of the experience. Ask for permission before taking pictures from the respect of local people. Enjoy the areas you go to, but if possible, try and leave in a better state than you found them in.
The first day is easy and the shortest day of the trek with mixed ascends and descends which involves 3 km hike; this is about to take 2-3 hours to reach Deoriatal. Pass through the dense thickets thriving with abundant bird species and continue climbing upwards. As soon as the lake comes into your sight, you could see some beautiful reflection of the entire surroundings in the clear water of this lake. A splendid vista of Chaukhamba massifs is unveiled in the background of the lake. Deoriatal Lake is also referred to as ‘two worlds at one place’, the first one being the real world and the other one being the reflection of the beautiful surroundings on the lake. Settle down right here in the comfort of your camps and get a very good night time’s sleep.
This is the longest day of the trek has rolling terrain beginning with initial gradual ascends and then rapid descend which involves 16 kms trek; it takes about 7-8 hours to reach Baniyakund. Today’s trail will familiarize you more with the Mount Kedar and Chaukhamba massif Summit, rising closely as you process. It will be through dense forests of oldest oak, maple and rhododendron trees of the Kedarnath Sanctuary and trail moves to Chopta through the meadow of Rohini Bugyal may be quite an experience amid the enchanting weather. At the same time, the surrounding beautiful mountains are snow-clad that will provide a pleasing background to this captivating adventure. You may find yourself lucky enough if you manage to spot a local stunning bird named Monal. After a long day, overnight stay here that would rejuvenate you for the next days’ trek.
The final day of trekking would mark the last leg of this eventful trek. Get up early morning preferably before sunrise, so that you can treat yourself to a sunrise view from Tungnath and the Chandrashila peak. Beginning from Baniyakund, you would be reaching a sacred place named Tungnath which has a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the Panch Kedar. It also features the highest Lord Shiva shrine in the world. Once you reach Tungnath Temple, take some time to admire the beauty of architecture and hard work put in by those Artisans who built it a millennium ago when there had been no modern tools and facilities available in the remotest part of the world. To get the 360° view of snow-clad peaks of Chaukhamba, Bandarpoonch and Kedar, then go ahead and climb to Chandrashila which forms the backdrop of Tungnath Temple on the eastern side. It takes an hour to reach the peak from here and the distance is around 1 Km. The climb is not so steep however the altitude makes is little difficult make quick advances to the summit. The entire trek is mesmerizingly beautiful and the views are simply breathtaking. This pretty easy trek would allow you to appreciate the natural beauty of the Himalayas while having a great time in the homestead of nature. This fateful day ends as you return to your camp at Baniyakund for night stay.
Depart from Baniyakund to Rishikesh Bus Station early in the morning. Expect to reach Rishikesh by late evening. Transport will be arranged at an additional cost from Baniyakund at 06:30 AM. Cost of the cab – Rs. 6,500/- per vehicle.
Jolly Grant airport is located 26 kilometers from the city, serving the capital of Uttarakhand, Dehradun. Daily flight from Delhi to Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun. From there Rishikesh is 26 Km far away and you have to come to Rishikesh Bus Station via Ola/Uber Cab/Private Taxi.
Regular bus service is available from Delhi (ISBT Kashmere Gate) to Rishikesh Bus Station. We suggest that you take only government buses from the ISBT Kashmere Gate. Private buses run from outside ISBT Kashmere Gate and they are not trustable.
There is no direct bus to Sari run by the Uttarakhand Government, so you have to share a cab with Trekkaro co-trekkers.
Take the train from Delhi to Haridwar overnight
• Nanda Devi Express(12205):- Departure:- 23:50; Arrival:- 03:52
After reaching Haridwar, take the bus/cab to reach Rishikesh.
• Backpack & Rain Cover (40-60 Litres)
• Trekking Shoes (included in FTG)
• Trekking Pole (included in FTG)
• LED Torch
• Two Water Bottle (one liter each)
• Basic Medications (or prescribed if any)
• Trekking Jacket (included in FTG)
• Three (Five in winter) Warm Layers
• Two trek pants (one Wear and one carry)
• Two collared t-shirts
• Thermals
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen Lotion (SPF 50/70)
• Lip Balm (SPF 30)
• Sun cap
• Synthetic hand gloves
• Two pairs of Socks
• Raincoat/Ponchos
• Daypack (20 liters), if you opt to offload your backpack
• Toiletries
• Cutlery
• Plastic cover (for wet clothes)
• Original and photocopy of government photo identity card- (Passport, Aadhaar Card, Driving license, or voter's ID)
A1. Except during the monsoon season, it is open all year (July and August). There will be more snow throughout the winter months (December to April).
A2. The difficulty of the Deoriatal-Chandrashila trek varies from easy to moderate depending on the snow level; otherwise, it is a simple walk.
A3. Optimum level of fitness is usually necessary for any trek in order to enjoy it.
A4. The temperature is average for the first two days as you don’t find snow. After that, you can see the snow, but the sunshine is bright and the weather is clear throughout the day, but you must wear in layers at night. The temperature will range from 10 to -8 degrees Celsius.
A5.The average daily walking distance is 4-5 kilometres, and trekkers finish in 5-6 hours. Walking will not be an issue for anyone due to the ease of the trek.
A6. Treks are always led by a professional trek leader who has completed a basic and advanced mountaineering course and is trained in first aid, as well as one local guide, chef, assistant, porter, and other personnel.
A7. Normally, we accept maximum 20 trekkers in one batch, including men and women. We require a minimum of 6 persons to execute a fixed departure, however group size is unimportant for private treks.
A8. Yes, the safety of the females is of the utmost importance to us. On treks, we constantly strive to provide a friendly environment. All of our guides and other support personnel are carefully selected for your travels. They are trustworthy and reliable, however we would urge you to protect your personal items.
A9. No, female trekker share tents with other female trekkers, and the same is applicable for other trekkers.
A10. We have three men's tents, however two persons will share one tent.
A11. Once you have booked your reservation, our team will give you the trek necessities list based on the trek.
A12. Yes, however you must notify us 15 days in advance so that we can provide for a porter or mule.
A13. At Trekkaro, you don’t need to buy or rent expensive trekking shoes as we are World’s only Free Trekking Gears Company. In Free Trekking Gears (FTG), we provide Decathlon Quechua Trek 100 Shoe, SH 100 Jacket (-10°C), Trekking Pole/Stick, Gaiters and Micro Spikes.
A14. We always serve Simple nutritious vegetarian food and eggs during the trek.
A15. Himalayan water is considered pure and mineral water, however to be on the safe side, we use boil water / chlorine tablet in our camps. During the trek, ask the trek leader or guide where to fill water bottles once.
A16. We have Bolero, Max, Tempo Traveller or equivalent to that.
A17. No, however our trek leaders are trained in "Wilderness First Aid" and are aware of high attitude issues, and we carry a full first-aid kit and essential medications with us. Check your medical status before embarking on a trek, or get expert guidance if you believe you are unable to evaluate your own abilities.
A18. Yes, it is always advisable to bring your own medication on any trek, regardless of whether the organisers provide it.
A19. NO, but if you do, please consult your doctor because there are many MYTHS about Diamox.
A20. The minimum age requirement is 8 years old, while the maximum age depends on the trekker's fitness.
A21. After selecting the trek you want to go on, the first step is to fill out the booking form. A payment is required to finalise the reservation. To make it easier for you to book, all details will be emailed to you.
A22. However, regardless of the circumstances, the date of trek completion should always correspond with the planned schedule. Keep in mind that this is an adventure tour into the most remote location, where numerous unanticipated occurrences may need a change in schedule. In such instances, we or your trek leader would provide the best alternate schedule that is similar to your original itinerary.
A23. Yes, if you want to travel independently, you are welcome to select any of the treks at your leisure and for any number of individuals. The cost of a private trek is determined by the number of people in the group, the location of the trek, duration, and the type of trek.
A24. No. You should wait for booking confirmation from the Trekkaro executive after registering. When you get it, complete your registration by paying the cost and booking your trip at the same time.
1- Free Trekking Gear: Shoes, Jacket(-10°C), and Pole.
2- Accommodation: Full load camping arrangements on the mountain with a large mess and Kitchen tent. Stay from Day 1 to Day 4 (Sari to Baniyakund). In Sari and Baniyakund, Stay will be in the Guest House/Camp/Homestay on sharing basis. You will camp on the trek (3 people per tent/room).
3- Meals: All meals during the trek starting with dinner on Day 1 till Breakfast on Day 5. (Simple Nutritious Vegetarian food)
Tea/Coffee/Soups/Snacks will be served throughout.
4- Camping charges: All trekking permits and forest camping charges are included (if any).
5- Leaders & Guides: Trek leaders are assisted by certified and experienced local guides.
6- Trekking Equipment: High-quality tents, sleeping bags, ice axes, roped, microspikes, gaiters, etc. as required.
7- Safety Equipment: First aid, medical kit, oxygen cylinders, stretchers, etc. will be available at all the campsites to deal with emergencies.
1- Transport to and from the base camp: We arrange shared taxis for trekkers from Rishikesh Bus Station to Sari and drop you back from Baniyakund. This will cost approx. Rs. 6,500/- one way per 5-6 seat vehicles. You will have to share this value with the other trekkers.
2- Food during transit to and from the base camp.
3- Backpack offloading charges: Rs. 1,050/- for the full trek + 5% GST. The backpack cannot weigh more than 9 kg. Suitcases/trolleys/duffel bags will not be allowed. Please note that charges will vary for the last-minute offloading in case you decide to offload your bag after reaching Sari.
4- Anything apart from inclusions.
Cancellation requests are not taken over the phone.
In case you wish to cancel your trek please e-mail us at info@trekkaro.com
1- Cancellations up to 21 days prior to departure date - 70% refund
2- Between 21 days to 14 days prior to departure - 50% refund
3- Between 14 days to 10 days prior to departure- 30% refund
4- Less than 10 days of departure – No refund or you can transfer your trek (same batch date & same trek) to your dear one.
Note:-
a) Change of trek batch date is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch.
b) In case of transferring a trek to your dear one, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements laid down by Trekkaro.
c) Trekkaro holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice.
Refund Policy The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 working days.
If we have to cancel/suspend your trek before the date of departure or at the last moment due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rains, earthquake, landslides, strike, curfew, etc.), then you will get the TrekCash Voucher of the total fee you have paid to us and you can redeem it with lifetime validity on any trek but where this is of a higher price, you will be expected to pay the difference. The TrekCash voucher will be generated within 3 working days and sent to your email address by us.
Note: In the instance of exchanging a TrekCash Voucher to your dear one, he/she ought to fulfill all the obligatory necessities set around Trekkaro.
Trekkaro team will specifically ensure your safety with...
1. Daily oxygen saturation & pulse reading (if required in trek) We do treks which have a different environment than our daily life. We live in an environment where we less care about a healthy lifestyle. When it’s come to doing treks or surviving in a not-so-pure environment for more than a day our body should accept the changes. Oxygen saturation is the fraction of [oxygen]-saturated hemoglobin relative to total hemoglobin in the blood. So we ensure the specific balance of oxygen in your blood. Our team ensures the health condition by oxygen saturation and pulse reading before trekking so everyone should aware of their health.
2. Oxygen cylinders and medical kit When it comes to high-altitude trek the body doesn't get enough oxygen. It’s not always that you cannot survive in high-altitude treks but for a safer side if your body is not adjusted to the environment we are always ready with the oxygen cylinders. Our team member carries the portable oxygen cylinder and all the basic medicines on the trek.
To prevent high altitude conditions - do more exercise, cycle, and swim. The more you practice it’ll easier for you.
3. Stretchers on every campsite Although we are physically and mentally ready for the environment there are chances of accidents or uncertain things. In those situations, we have stretchers at every campsite so, in an emergency, the porter will safely drop you at base camp where we can do further treatment.
4. High-Quality Trek Gear and Equipment Trekkaro is the only trekking company in the world which is providing Free Trekking Gear (FTG) at no charge/rent only for use during the treks. Expensive FTG includes Decathlon Quechua Trek 100 Shoes, Quechua SH 100/300 Jackets, Hiking Pole/Stick, Gaiters, and Crampons. Now, before registering for the trek, there is no need to think about the expensive trekking gear, and also, do not need to buy or rent expensive trekking gear to go on a trek.
Trekkaro team will ensure you with quality tents and sleeping bags where you can survive in extreme cold. We provide sleeping bags that can hold cold up to -5 to -20 degrees Celsius. It’s always warmer in tents so we ensure you with quality shelter.
So even though we are ready for the storm you should tell us if anything bothers you regarding safety.
5. Radio (for communication between camps and guides) Our camps are a bit far from each other. But they connect through radio though the network is the issue in hills. Although you miss anything or the weather is not good or we need medical help from the base we can communicate through radios.
6. Technical team on all snowy slopes All the treks come up with an adventure. But safety is important in all trails and treks. Wherever we find risky slopes or areas we ensure the turn with the technical team. As we already mentioned earlier we have a well-trained team having knowledge of handling hustles in emergencies and even know how to take care of the trekkers.
When you take an adventurous trek with us, then be assured that whatever we do is more than your expectations. In fact, our wish to excel goes beyond the point where your boots hit the trail – it begins the moment that you get in contact with us, and it never ends. There is nothing more satisfying than hearing from our trekkers that they’ve just had “another trip of a lifetime with Trekkaro”.
Your Expectations
• Safety Of course, this is a non-negotiable. Safety is embedded in our business and it’s something that we take very seriously in all our treks. It's the primary reason we're very popular in just a year.
• Personalized Service, Care, and Attention to Detail For some organizations, this is, surprisingly, negotiable. But it isn’t for us. After safety, if we can do one thing right, every time, it’s to ensure that we sweat the small things.
• The Best Guides If you are already trekking with us, then you’d be forgiven for thinking our guides are superhuman. It doesn’t mean a feat to entertain, cook, guide, and facilitate, but our guides, handle it with grace, and all the while the attention is on you.
• The Best Itineraries It takes a lot of refinement to make a perfect trek, from dawn to dusk there are a lot of moving parts and the potential for things to go awry. For the last year, we’ve balanced on the tightrope of offering the right amount of activity, flexibility, and trek time. Whilst utilizing the best lodgings in the most unique places.
• Value We’re not in the business of making money and providing you with nothing. Our treks aren’t expensive, they represent excellent value for money, and for those seeking to maximize their time, there is no better way.
Our Expectations
It may come as a surprise, but the reality is that it is a two-way street (or trail), and you are ultimately responsible for the nature of the experience that you have with us. And not only that, but you also have an influence on the experience of others in your small group.
• Attitude This is your vacation, and the attitude that you bring will set the tone for your experience. We get that at times it’s difficult (we plan to challenge you) and we get that at times it’s a bit uncomfortable (this is not a cruise trip). All we ask you to keep an open mind, a big smile on your face, and readiness for the unexpected.
• Physical preparedness Our treks are designed for everyday people. You definitely don’t have to be an athlete, but to be fair to yourself and your group members, you do need to be ready. Worried about it? Do not stress it, our team is 100% dedicated to helping you pick the right trek, bring the right gear, and be physically and mentally prepared.
• Know who’s in charge As we’ve mentioned, you rightly expect when you join our trek to be in good, safe hands. For us to ensure the entire group’s safety, we suppose you, as our guest, to listen to your lead guide. They are the expert when it comes to decisions made on the trek.
Brief Description
Region: UttarakhandDistrict: Rudraprayag
Duration: 5 Days
Difficulty Level: Easy
Highest Altitude: 3,962 m / 13,000 ft.
Trekking Distance: 27 Kilometers
Temperature: In summer- Daytime temperature: 13°C to 18°C and Night time temperature: 7°C to 12°C. In winter- Daytime temperature: 5°C to 11°C and Night time temperature: -5°C to -3°C
The Deoriatal-Chandrashila Trek is a gorgeous trek in Uttarakhand that takes you through Deoriatal Lake, Chopta, Tungnath, and Chandrashila peak. You may embark upon this short trek to revitalize yourself with some of the elegant offerings of nature in the form of soothing climate, numerous species of birds, dense forests with maple, rhododendron, and oak trees, and captivating views of all the major summits of Western and Eastern Uttarakhand. Standing on top of the Chandrashila summit is a blessing. This five-day plan is unmatched in nature’s beauty, exhilarating challenges, time efficiency, and convenience. The Deoriatal Lake would mesmerize you with its charm and here you’d get to see animals and birds drinking and slurping its shimmering water. While the trail to Chopta is all about luxuriant meadows and mountainous dwellings amid the Himalayan ranges, the further trail takes you to the Tungnath peak which sits at a height of about 12,073 feet. Tungnath also features the highest Lord Shiva shrine in the world. Deoriatal-Chandrashila trek is recommended for the post-monsoon season where the snow-clad mountains would let you admire and experience the bliss of eternity. For the level of difficulty, the trek is considered quite easy, although some sudden climbs and rugged terrain may test your trekking skills from time to time. The trek to the summit of Chandrashila at about 13,000 ft. marks the last leg of your uphill journey, whereupon it would be a return to Baniyakund. This five-day trail would involve trekking almost 27 km and with salubrious weather in this region, one can always expect a great time here.
Best Time to Visit: Deoriatal-Chandrashila Trek is best for all the year to visit. The best time to visit Chandrashila is in the summers (April-May) and winters (October-December). The best time to trek on Snow to Chandrashila Peak is from January to March.
Trek Itinerary
Reach Sari, the base camp of the Deoriatal-Chandrashila trek. Transport will be arranged at an additional cost from Rishikesh Bus Station (Yoga Capital of the World and sacred town) at 06:30 AM. Cost of the cab – Rs. 6,500/- per vehicle. During the drive, you will be surpassing Devprayag where the confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi to form river Ganges. The river will keep you company throughout, reaching you at Sari by 04:00 in the evening where you will have an overnight stay at a Guest House/Camp/Homestay. Roam the village, learn some words of the local language, this is appreciated and often results in getting more out of the experience. Ask for permission before taking pictures from the respect of local people. Enjoy the areas you go to, but if possible, try and leave in a better state than you found them in.
The first day is easy and the shortest day of the trek with mixed ascends and descends which involves 3 km hike; this is about to take 2-3 hours to reach Deoriatal. Pass through the dense thickets thriving with abundant bird species and continue climbing upwards. As soon as the lake comes into your sight, you could see some beautiful reflection of the entire surroundings in the clear water of this lake. A splendid vista of Chaukhamba massifs is unveiled in the background of the lake. Deoriatal Lake is also referred to as ‘two worlds at one place’, the first one being the real world and the other one being the reflection of the beautiful surroundings on the lake. Settle down right here in the comfort of your camps and get a very good night time’s sleep.
This is the longest day of the trek has rolling terrain beginning with initial gradual ascends and then rapid descend which involves 16 kms trek; it takes about 7-8 hours to reach Baniyakund. Today’s trail will familiarize you more with the Mount Kedar and Chaukhamba massif Summit, rising closely as you process. It will be through dense forests of oldest oak, maple and rhododendron trees of the Kedarnath Sanctuary and trail moves to Chopta through the meadow of Rohini Bugyal may be quite an experience amid the enchanting weather. At the same time, the surrounding beautiful mountains are snow-clad that will provide a pleasing background to this captivating adventure. You may find yourself lucky enough if you manage to spot a local stunning bird named Monal. After a long day, overnight stay here that would rejuvenate you for the next days’ trek.
The final day of trekking would mark the last leg of this eventful trek. Get up early morning preferably before sunrise, so that you can treat yourself to a sunrise view from Tungnath and the Chandrashila peak. Beginning from Baniyakund, you would be reaching a sacred place named Tungnath which has a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the Panch Kedar. It also features the highest Lord Shiva shrine in the world. Once you reach Tungnath Temple, take some time to admire the beauty of architecture and hard work put in by those Artisans who built it a millennium ago when there had been no modern tools and facilities available in the remotest part of the world. To get the 360° view of snow-clad peaks of Chaukhamba, Bandarpoonch and Kedar, then go ahead and climb to Chandrashila which forms the backdrop of Tungnath Temple on the eastern side. It takes an hour to reach the peak from here and the distance is around 1 Km. The climb is not so steep however the altitude makes is little difficult make quick advances to the summit. The entire trek is mesmerizingly beautiful and the views are simply breathtaking. This pretty easy trek would allow you to appreciate the natural beauty of the Himalayas while having a great time in the homestead of nature. This fateful day ends as you return to your camp at Baniyakund for night stay.
Depart from Baniyakund to Rishikesh Bus Station early in the morning. Expect to reach Rishikesh by late evening. Transport will be arranged at an additional cost from Baniyakund at 06:30 AM. Cost of the cab – Rs. 6,500/- per vehicle.
How To Reach
Jolly Grant airport is located 26 kilometers from the city, serving the capital of Uttarakhand, Dehradun. Daily flight from Delhi to Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun. From there Rishikesh is 26 Km far away and you have to come to Rishikesh Bus Station via Ola/Uber Cab/Private Taxi.
Regular bus service is available from Delhi (ISBT Kashmere Gate) to Rishikesh Bus Station. We suggest that you take only government buses from the ISBT Kashmere Gate. Private buses run from outside ISBT Kashmere Gate and they are not trustable.
There is no direct bus to Sari run by the Uttarakhand Government, so you have to share a cab with Trekkaro co-trekkers.
Take the train from Delhi to Haridwar overnight
• Nanda Devi Express(12205):- Departure:- 23:50; Arrival:- 03:52
After reaching Haridwar, take the bus/cab to reach Rishikesh.
Things To Carry
• Backpack & Rain Cover (40-60 Litres)
• Trekking Shoes (included in FTG)
• Trekking Pole (included in FTG)
• LED Torch
• Two Water Bottle (one liter each)
• Basic Medications (or prescribed if any)
• Trekking Jacket (included in FTG)
• Three (Five in winter) Warm Layers
• Two trek pants (one Wear and one carry)
• Two collared t-shirts
• Thermals
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen Lotion (SPF 50/70)
• Lip Balm (SPF 30)
• Sun cap
• Synthetic hand gloves
• Two pairs of Socks
• Raincoat/Ponchos
• Daypack (20 liters), if you opt to offload your backpack
• Toiletries
• Cutlery
• Plastic cover (for wet clothes)
• Original and photocopy of government photo identity card- (Passport, Aadhaar Card, Driving license, or voter's ID)
FAQ's
A1. Except during the monsoon season, it is open all year (July and August). There will be more snow throughout the winter months (December to April).
A2. The difficulty of the Deoriatal-Chandrashila trek varies from easy to moderate depending on the snow level; otherwise, it is a simple walk.
A3. Optimum level of fitness is usually necessary for any trek in order to enjoy it.
A4. The temperature is average for the first two days as you don’t find snow. After that, you can see the snow, but the sunshine is bright and the weather is clear throughout the day, but you must wear in layers at night. The temperature will range from 10 to -8 degrees Celsius.
A5.The average daily walking distance is 4-5 kilometres, and trekkers finish in 5-6 hours. Walking will not be an issue for anyone due to the ease of the trek.
A6. Treks are always led by a professional trek leader who has completed a basic and advanced mountaineering course and is trained in first aid, as well as one local guide, chef, assistant, porter, and other personnel.
A7. Normally, we accept maximum 20 trekkers in one batch, including men and women. We require a minimum of 6 persons to execute a fixed departure, however group size is unimportant for private treks.
A8. Yes, the safety of the females is of the utmost importance to us. On treks, we constantly strive to provide a friendly environment. All of our guides and other support personnel are carefully selected for your travels. They are trustworthy and reliable, however we would urge you to protect your personal items.
A9. No, female trekker share tents with other female trekkers, and the same is applicable for other trekkers.
A10. We have three men's tents, however two persons will share one tent.
A11. Once you have booked your reservation, our team will give you the trek necessities list based on the trek.
A12. Yes, however you must notify us 15 days in advance so that we can provide for a porter or mule.
A13. At Trekkaro, you don’t need to buy or rent expensive trekking shoes as we are World’s only Free Trekking Gears Company. In Free Trekking Gears (FTG), we provide Decathlon Quechua Trek 100 Shoe, SH 100 Jacket (-10°C), Trekking Pole/Stick, Gaiters and Micro Spikes.
A14. We always serve Simple nutritious vegetarian food and eggs during the trek.
A15. Himalayan water is considered pure and mineral water, however to be on the safe side, we use boil water / chlorine tablet in our camps. During the trek, ask the trek leader or guide where to fill water bottles once.
A16. We have Bolero, Max, Tempo Traveller or equivalent to that.
A17. No, however our trek leaders are trained in "Wilderness First Aid" and are aware of high attitude issues, and we carry a full first-aid kit and essential medications with us. Check your medical status before embarking on a trek, or get expert guidance if you believe you are unable to evaluate your own abilities.
A18. Yes, it is always advisable to bring your own medication on any trek, regardless of whether the organisers provide it.
A19. NO, but if you do, please consult your doctor because there are many MYTHS about Diamox.
A20. The minimum age requirement is 8 years old, while the maximum age depends on the trekker's fitness.
A21. After selecting the trek you want to go on, the first step is to fill out the booking form. A payment is required to finalise the reservation. To make it easier for you to book, all details will be emailed to you.
A22. However, regardless of the circumstances, the date of trek completion should always correspond with the planned schedule. Keep in mind that this is an adventure tour into the most remote location, where numerous unanticipated occurrences may need a change in schedule. In such instances, we or your trek leader would provide the best alternate schedule that is similar to your original itinerary.
A23. Yes, if you want to travel independently, you are welcome to select any of the treks at your leisure and for any number of individuals. The cost of a private trek is determined by the number of people in the group, the location of the trek, duration, and the type of trek.
A24. No. You should wait for booking confirmation from the Trekkaro executive after registering. When you get it, complete your registration by paying the cost and booking your trip at the same time.
Terms & Conditions
1- Free Trekking Gear: Shoes, Jacket(-10°C), and Pole.
2- Accommodation: Full load camping arrangements on the mountain with a large mess and Kitchen tent. Stay from Day 1 to Day 4 (Sari to Baniyakund). In Sari and Baniyakund, Stay will be in the Guest House/Camp/Homestay on sharing basis. You will camp on the trek (3 people per tent/room).
3- Meals: All meals during the trek starting with dinner on Day 1 till Breakfast on Day 5. (Simple Nutritious Vegetarian food)
Tea/Coffee/Soups/Snacks will be served throughout.
4- Camping charges: All trekking permits and forest camping charges are included (if any).
5- Leaders & Guides: Trek leaders are assisted by certified and experienced local guides.
6- Trekking Equipment: High-quality tents, sleeping bags, ice axes, roped, microspikes, gaiters, etc. as required.
7- Safety Equipment: First aid, medical kit, oxygen cylinders, stretchers, etc. will be available at all the campsites to deal with emergencies.
1- Transport to and from the base camp: We arrange shared taxis for trekkers from Rishikesh Bus Station to Sari and drop you back from Baniyakund. This will cost approx. Rs. 6,500/- one way per 5-6 seat vehicles. You will have to share this value with the other trekkers.
2- Food during transit to and from the base camp.
3- Backpack offloading charges: Rs. 1,050/- for the full trek + 5% GST. The backpack cannot weigh more than 9 kg. Suitcases/trolleys/duffel bags will not be allowed. Please note that charges will vary for the last-minute offloading in case you decide to offload your bag after reaching Sari.
4- Anything apart from inclusions.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation requests are not taken over the phone.
In case you wish to cancel your trek please e-mail us at info@trekkaro.com
1- Cancellations up to 21 days prior to departure date - 70% refund
2- Between 21 days to 14 days prior to departure - 50% refund
3- Between 14 days to 10 days prior to departure- 30% refund
4- Less than 10 days of departure – No refund or you can transfer your trek (same batch date & same trek) to your dear one.
Note:-
a) Change of trek batch date is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch.
b) In case of transferring a trek to your dear one, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements laid down by Trekkaro.
c) Trekkaro holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice.
Refund Policy The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 working days.
If we have to cancel/suspend your trek before the date of departure or at the last moment due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rains, earthquake, landslides, strike, curfew, etc.), then you will get the TrekCash Voucher of the total fee you have paid to us and you can redeem it with lifetime validity on any trek but where this is of a higher price, you will be expected to pay the difference. The TrekCash voucher will be generated within 3 working days and sent to your email address by us.
Note: In the instance of exchanging a TrekCash Voucher to your dear one, he/she ought to fulfill all the obligatory necessities set around Trekkaro.
Expectations
When you take an adventurous trek with us, then be assured that whatever we do is more than your expectations. In fact, our wish to excel goes beyond the point where your boots hit the trail – it begins the moment that you get in contact with us, and it never ends. There is nothing more satisfying than hearing from our trekkers that they’ve just had “another trip of a lifetime with Trekkaro”.
Your Expectations
• Safety Of course, this is a non-negotiable. Safety is embedded in our business and it’s something that we take very seriously in all our treks. It's the primary reason we're very popular in just a year.
• Personalized Service, Care, and Attention to Detail For some organizations, this is, surprisingly, negotiable. But it isn’t for us. After safety, if we can do one thing right, every time, it’s to ensure that we sweat the small things.
• The Best Guides If you are already trekking with us, then you’d be forgiven for thinking our guides are superhuman. It doesn’t mean a feat to entertain, cook, guide, and facilitate, but our guides, handle it with grace, and all the while the attention is on you.
• The Best Itineraries It takes a lot of refinement to make a perfect trek, from dawn to dusk there are a lot of moving parts and the potential for things to go awry. For the last year, we’ve balanced on the tightrope of offering the right amount of activity, flexibility, and trek time. Whilst utilizing the best lodgings in the most unique places.
• Value We’re not in the business of making money and providing you with nothing. Our treks aren’t expensive, they represent excellent value for money, and for those seeking to maximize their time, there is no better way.
Our Expectations
It may come as a surprise, but the reality is that it is a two-way street (or trail), and you are ultimately responsible for the nature of the experience that you have with us. And not only that, but you also have an influence on the experience of others in your small group.
• Attitude This is your vacation, and the attitude that you bring will set the tone for your experience. We get that at times it’s difficult (we plan to challenge you) and we get that at times it’s a bit uncomfortable (this is not a cruise trip). All we ask you to keep an open mind, a big smile on your face, and readiness for the unexpected.
• Physical preparedness Our treks are designed for everyday people. You definitely don’t have to be an athlete, but to be fair to yourself and your group members, you do need to be ready. Worried about it? Do not stress it, our team is 100% dedicated to helping you pick the right trek, bring the right gear, and be physically and mentally prepared.
• Know who’s in charge As we’ve mentioned, you rightly expect when you join our trek to be in good, safe hands. For us to ensure the entire group’s safety, we suppose you, as our guest, to listen to your lead guide. They are the expert when it comes to decisions made on the trek.
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Safety
Trekkaro team will specifically ensure your safety with...
1. Daily oxygen saturation & pulse reading (if required in trek) We do treks which have a different environment than our daily life. We live in an environment where we less care about a healthy lifestyle. When it’s come to doing treks or surviving in a not-so-pure environment for more than a day our body should accept the changes. Oxygen saturation is the fraction of [oxygen]-saturated hemoglobin relative to total hemoglobin in the blood. So we ensure the specific balance of oxygen in your blood. Our team ensures the health condition by oxygen saturation and pulse reading before trekking so everyone should aware of their health.
2. Oxygen cylinders and medical kit When it comes to high-altitude trek the body doesn't get enough oxygen. It’s not always that you cannot survive in high-altitude treks but for a safer side if your body is not adjusted to the environment we are always ready with the oxygen cylinders. Our team member carries the portable oxygen cylinder and all the basic medicines on the trek.
To prevent high altitude conditions - do more exercise, cycle, and swim. The more you practice it’ll easier for you.
3. Stretchers on every campsite Although we are physically and mentally ready for the environment there are chances of accidents or uncertain things. In those situations, we have stretchers at every campsite so, in an emergency, the porter will safely drop you at base camp where we can do further treatment.
4. High-Quality Trek Gear and Equipment Trekkaro is the only trekking company in the world which is providing Free Trekking Gear (FTG) at no charge/rent only for use during the treks. Expensive FTG includes Decathlon Quechua Trek 100 Shoes, Quechua SH 100/300 Jackets, Hiking Pole/Stick, Gaiters, and Crampons. Now, before registering for the trek, there is no need to think about the expensive trekking gear, and also, do not need to buy or rent expensive trekking gear to go on a trek.
Trekkaro team will ensure you with quality tents and sleeping bags where you can survive in extreme cold. We provide sleeping bags that can hold cold up to -5 to -20 degrees Celsius. It’s always warmer in tents so we ensure you with quality shelter.
So even though we are ready for the storm you should tell us if anything bothers you regarding safety.
5. Radio (for communication between camps and guides) Our camps are a bit far from each other. But they connect through radio though the network is the issue in hills. Although you miss anything or the weather is not good or we need medical help from the base we can communicate through radios.
6. Technical team on all snowy slopes All the treks come up with an adventure. But safety is important in all trails and treks. Wherever we find risky slopes or areas we ensure the turn with the technical team. As we already mentioned earlier we have a well-trained team having knowledge of handling hustles in emergencies and even know how to take care of the trekkers.
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Short itinerary
The cab will be arranged at an additional cost from Rishikesh to Sari and drop you back from Chopta. This will cost approx. Rs. 6,500/- one way per 5-6 seat vehicle. You will have to share this value with the other trekkers.
The cab costs approx.. Rs. 6,500 per vehicle (5-6 seaters) and Rs. 10,000 per tempo traveller (12 seaters). You will reach Rishikesh between 16:00 and 17:00 hrs.
ATM point and Mobile connectivity
Rudraprayag has the last ATM point before you reach Sari (Basecamp) if you need to withdraw money.
Sari is the last place before starting your trek where you’re likely to get a stable mobile signal. Finish all your important phone calls here and inform anxious family members about limited phone connectivity.
