# Deoban Trek > Deoban Trek is a 2-day easy trek in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, reaching 2,900 m (9,514 ft). It covers about 19 km on foot and starts at Lokhandi and ends at Koti Kanasar. Best time: September to April. Trekkaro price: ₹3,800 per person + 5% GST, with Free Trekking Gear (Decathlon shoes, -10°C jacket, poles, gaiters and microspikes; ₹3,000 refundable deposit + ₹200 washing). Next batch: 24 Oct 2026 (31 upcoming batches). Source: https://www.trekkaro.com/trek/deoban-trek (Trekkaro Adventures Pvt. Ltd.). Last updated: 2026-10-14. Batch dates and prices are updated through the season: confirm them on the trek page before you book. ## Key facts - **Duration:** 2 days - **Difficulty:** Easy - **Highest point:** 2,900 m / 9,514 ft - **Trekking distance:** 19 km - **Region:** Dehradun, Uttarakhand - **Start / end:** Lokhandi / Koti Kanasar - **Best time:** September to April - **Temperature:** Spring (Mar-Apr): Day 10°C to 18°C, Night 0°C to 6°C | Autumn (Sep-Nov): Day 10°C to 18°C, Night 0°C to 8°C | Winter (Dec-Feb): Day 2°C to 10°C, Night -6°C to 0°C - **Price:** ₹3,800 per person + 5% GST - **Gear from Trekkaro:** Free Trekking Gear included (Decathlon trekking shoes, -10°C jacket, trekking poles, gaiters and microspikes; ₹3,000 refundable deposit + ₹200 washing) - **Next batch:** 24 Oct 2026 (31 upcoming) ## Overview Beyond Chakrata, the road runs out of houses and into deodar. Walk in from Lokhandi, spend one night in a forest that feels far older than the army town below it, and climb before dawn to Vyas Point, where the whole snow wall of the Garhwal Himalaya lines up across the north. Deoban is a weekend trek that trades crowds for silence, and you will have to look hard to find a quieter forest within a day of Delhi. The Deoban trek explores the deodar and oak forests above Chakrata in the Jaunsar-Bawar area of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. The name means ‘forest of the gods’, and the deodar itself takes its name from the same idea. The trek starts at Lokhandi, a hamlet on the road beyond Chakrata at 2,560 m (8,400 ft), spends a night at a forest camp at Saraswati at 2,500 m (8,202 ft), climbs through the Deoban forest past an old forest rest house to Vyas Point at 2,900 m (9,514 ft), and ends at Koti Kanasar at 1,980 m (6,496 ft). Total walking is about 19 km over 2 days. Local belief links the high ridge to the sage Ved Vyas, who is said to have meditated in these forests, and the area has its own living culture: Jaunsari villages with wooden houses, their own gods and festivals, and a way of life quite different from the rest of Garhwal. Chakrata itself is an Indian Army cantonment, which has kept the region free of big hotels and heavy traffic. It also means the trek is open only to Indian nationals, who carry original photo ID through the checkpoints. ### A Forest of the Gods – What Makes the Deoban Trek Unmissable Deoban is a trek about trees before it is a trek about views. The deodars here are tall, straight and old, and between them grow banj and kharsu oak, rhododendron and, higher up, open grassy clearings. The forest floor is soft with needles. In winter the snow settles on the branches and turns the whole ridge silent; in spring the rhododendrons add red to the green. Birds are everywhere: Himalayan woodpeckers, laughingthrushes, tits and, with luck, a pheasant crossing the path. Then there is Vyas Point. You leave camp in the dark on Day 2 and climb through the forest to the open top of the ridge, and as the light comes up the Himalaya appears across the whole northern horizon. On a clear morning you see Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini and Kala Nag (Black Peak), the Gangotri group, the Kedarnath peaks and Chaukhamba to the north-east, and the snow peaks of Kinnaur and the Shrikhand range in Himachal to the north-west. It is a wide view for a summit of under 3,000 m, because nothing higher stands between Deoban and the main range. Few trekkers come here. Most visitors to Chakrata stop at Tiger Falls or the town viewpoints, and the forests above stay empty, which is exactly why we like it. Expect a quiet trail, a camp with only your group around it, and an evening sky full of stars. The drive is part of the experience too: from the plains at Vikasnagar the road crosses the Yamuna near Kalsi, home to an Ashokan rock edict, and climbs bend after bend through pine and oak to Chakrata, with the Doon valley falling away behind you. By the time you reach Lokhandi the town is behind you and the forest has taken over. ### The Trail Itself The Deoban trail is a forest walk on a well-defined path, with gentle ups and downs rather than one long climb. From Lokhandi the first day is short: about 4 km through deodar and oak, with the ground rolling along the side of the ridge, to the clearing at Saraswati. The second day is the long one. It climbs at a steady gradient through the Deoban forest to the old forest rest house and the open ridge at Vyas Point, returns through the forest past Saraswati, and then drops for a long stretch through thinning forest and village paths to Koti Kanasar. The final descent is the part that tests the knees. ### Who Is This Trek For? The Deoban trek is graded easy, and we recommend it for first-time trekkers, families with children who walk well, and working trekkers looking for a quiet weekend in the forest. Day 1 is a gentle 4 km walk of 2–3 hours. Day 2 is the hard day: about 15 km and 6–7 hours on foot, with an early start for Vyas Point and a long descent to Koti Kanasar, followed by a 4-hour drive back to Dehradun. We recommend three to four weeks of preparation with regular walks, jogging or stair climbing. Children aged 8 and above can join with a parent or guardian. Above 60: a doctor’s fitness certificate is needed, and an ECG or TMT report is recommended. Season: September to April. ### Key Highlights of the Deoban Trek - **The forest of the gods** – old deodar, oak and rhododendron forest above Chakrata, with almost no other trekkers - **Vyas Point at 2,900 m (9,514 ft)** – a ridge-top view of Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Kala Nag, the Gangotri group, the Kedarnath peaks and Chaukhamba - **Himachal on the horizon** – the Kinnaur and Shrikhand snow peaks to the north-west on clear mornings - **A night in the forest** – camping at Saraswati among deodar and oak at 2,500 m - **The old Deoban forest rest house** – a quiet stone building on the ridge, on the way to Vyas Point - **Snow within a weekend** – from December to February the forest and the ridge can lie under snow - **Jaunsari villages** – wooden houses and a culture of their own around Chakrata and Kanasar - **Birdwatching** – woodpeckers, laughingthrushes, tits and pheasants in the forest ### Best Time to Do the Deoban Trek The Deoban trek runs from September to April. We do not run it from May to August: the monsoon brings leeches, slippery forest paths and landslides on the hill roads, and the summer haze hides the peaks. Each window gives the forest a different mood. #### September to November – Autumn (Clearest Views) Autumn gives the sharpest mountain views from Vyas Point, with clean air after the monsoon and the forest still green. Days are 10°C to 18°C, and nights at camp fall to about 0°C to 8°C, the colder end in November. The first frost appears on the clearings late in the season. #### December to February – Winter (The Snow Season) This is Deoban at its most magical. Snow can cover the trail, the camp and the ridge, the deodars stand white against a blue sky and the forest goes quiet. Days are 2°C to 10°C, and nights at camp drop to about -6°C to 0°C. Microspikes and gaiters come with Free Trekking Gear, and warm layers are essential. Heavy snowfall can close the road above Chakrata for a day or two, so keep your return plans flexible. #### March and April – Spring (Rhododendron Season) As the snow melts from the lower slopes, rhododendrons bloom red through the forest, and patches of old snow can remain on the higher ground into March. Days are pleasant at 10°C to 18°C, and nights at camp are about 0°C to 6°C. The views of the high peaks are still good in the early morning before the haze builds. ### Deoban Trek Cost and Booking in 2026 The Deoban trek costs ₹3,800 + 5% GST per person, for 2 days from Lokhandi to Koti Kanasar, with Free Trekking Gear: Decathlon trekking shoes, a -10°C jacket, trekking poles, gaiters and microspikes. Meals, stays, permits and a certified trek leader are included; transport from Dehradun is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs, paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers. Book online on this page by choosing a batch date. Booking closes at 5 PM on the day before the trek, and you can reschedule once, free of charge, up to 8 days before departure. ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Dehradun to Lokhandi, Trek to Saraswati **Route Details:** **Drive: Dehradun → Lokhandi, 110 km, about 4 hrs | Trek: Lokhandi → Saraswati | Distance: 4 km | Duration: 2–3 hrs | Altitude: 2,560 m → 2,500 m** The group meets at Dehradun Railway Station at 06:30 AM and leaves in shared cabs for the hills. The road runs west through Vikasnagar and crosses the Yamuna plain to Kalsi, where it begins to climb, through Sahiya and up the long series of bends to Chakrata. Keep your original photo ID handy: Chakrata is an army cantonment and there are checkpoints on the way. Breakfast is at a roadside dhaba, at your own cost. Beyond Chakrata the road leaves the town behind and climbs into the deodar forest to Lokhandi, a small hamlet at 2,560 m (8,400 ft), about 110 km and 4 hours from Dehradun. Here you meet the trek team, collect your packed lunch and start walking. The trail sets off along the side of the ridge on a clear forest path, rolling gently up and down rather than climbing hard. The 4 km to Saraswati take 2–3 hours at an easy pace. Deodar and oak close in around the path, with rhododendron in the understorey, and openings in the trees give you glimpses across the valleys of Jaunsar. Listen for woodpeckers and laughingthrushes. In winter the path can be under snow from the start, which slows the walk a little but makes it beautiful. The trek leader keeps the pace relaxed so that everyone arrives fresh. Camp is a clearing in the forest at Saraswati, at 2,500 m (8,202 ft), with tents already pitched. There is time for tea and a walk around the camp as the light goes gold through the deodars. The trek leader checks everyone’s SpO2 and pulse and briefs the group on the early start for Vyas Point. Dinner is early, the cold comes in quickly after sunset, and the sky is full of stars. What to Expect: - 06:30 AM pickup at Dehradun Railway Station - Drive via Vikasnagar, Kalsi and Chakrata, with ID checks at the cantonment - Short, gentle forest walk from Lokhandi through deodar and oak - Birds and glimpses across the Jaunsar valleys - Evening health check and briefing for summit day - Overnight: camp at Saraswati ### Day 2: Saraswati to Vyas Point and Koti Kanasar **Route Details:** **Trek: Saraswati → Deoban → Vyas Point → Saraswati → Koti Kanasar | Distance: 15 km | Duration: 6–7 hrs | Altitude: 2,500 m → 2,900 m → 1,980 m | Drive: Koti Kanasar → Dehradun, 116 km, about 4 hrs** The day starts at about 5:00 AM with a hot drink, and the group leaves camp by headlamp. The trail climbs at a steady gradient through the Deoban forest, the oldest and densest stretch of the trek, where tall deodars and oaks shut out the sky. As the light grows, the path passes the old Deoban forest rest house, a quiet stone building in a clearing, and comes out onto the open top of the ridge. Vyas Point, at 2,900 m (9,514 ft), is the highest point of the trek. On a clear morning the Himalaya stands across the whole northern horizon: Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini and Kala Nag, the Gangotri group, the Kedarnath peaks and Chaukhamba, with the snow peaks of Kinnaur and the Shrikhand range in Himachal to the north-west. In winter the ridge can be under snow and the trek team helps you on the slippery sections. Spend time here before turning back. The group returns through the forest to Saraswati for breakfast and to pack up camp. From here the trail begins its long descent to Koti Kanasar, first through the forest and then through thinner woods and open slopes with views over the Jaunsari villages below. This is the longest stretch of the day and hard on the knees, so use your trekking poles and take it steadily. Packed lunch is eaten on the way. The trek ends at Koti Kanasar, at 1,980 m (6,496 ft), after about 15 km and 6–7 hours on foot. The cabs meet the group here for the drive back through Chakrata to Dehradun, about 116 km and 4 hours, reaching Dehradun Railway Station in the evening. Plan your onward train or bus for late night or the next day, in case of delays on the hill road. What to Expect: - Pre-dawn start at about 5:00 AM through the Deoban forest - The old Deoban forest rest house on the ridge - Sunrise view from Vyas Point across the Garhwal and Himachal peaks - Breakfast back at the Saraswati camp - Long descent through forest and village paths to Koti Kanasar - Drive back to Dehradun, arriving in the evening - Overnight: no stay (trek ends in Dehradun) ## Inclusions #### 1. Free Trekking Gear (FTG) - Decathlon trekking shoes - Decathlon jacket rated to -10°C - Trekking poles, gaiters and microspikes - No rental fee: ₹3,000 refundable deposit + ₹200 washing charge #### 2. Accommodation - Day 1: camping in 3-person tents at Saraswati, in the forest below Deoban #### 3. Meals - All meals from Day 1 lunch at Lokhandi to Day 2 lunch - Simple, freshly cooked vegetarian food - Tea, coffee, soup and snacks on the trail and at camp #### 4. Permits & Camping Fees - All forest permits and entry charges for the trek #### 5. Camping & Safety Equipment - Tents, sleeping bags and mats for the nights at camp - Dining tent and toilet tent at the campsite - First-aid kit on the trek - Pulse oximeter and blood-pressure checks during the trek #### 6. Trek Team - Certified trek leader and local guide throughout the 2-day trek - Cook, helpers and support staff ## Exclusions #### 1. Transport - Not included: Dehradun to Lokhandi, and Koti Kanasar back to Dehradun - Transport is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs, paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers. Your trek coordinator will confirm the cab fare. - Travel to and from Dehradun, arranged by you #### 2. Food During Transit - Meals on the drive between Dehradun and Lokhandi #### 3. Backpack Offloading (optional) - ₹800 + 5% GST for the entire trek - Maximum weight: 9 kg; no suitcases, trolleys or duffel bags #### 4. Single Tent Occupancy (optional) - ₹1,000 + 5% GST per tent for the entire trek #### 5. Personal Equipment - Your backpack, clothing and other personal gear (trekking shoes, jacket, poles, gaiters and microspikes come with Free Trekking Gear) #### 6. Trek Insurance - Travel insurance is mandatory and not included. It must cover high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation. #### 7. Anything Not Mentioned Under Inclusions - Personal expenses and tips ## How to reach ### By air **Nearest airport:** Jolly Grant Airport (DED), about 25 km / 45–60 min from Dehradun city, with direct flights from Delhi and other metros. The cab leaves Dehradun Railway Station at 06:30 AM, so fly in the day before and stay near the station. **From Dehradun to Lokhandi:** 110 km, about 4 hrs by road via Vikasnagar, Kalsi and Chakrata. Transport is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs from Dehradun Railway Station at 06:30 AM, paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers. Your trek coordinator will confirm the cab fare. **Return:** After the trek ends at Koti Kanasar on Day 2, the cab takes about 4 hrs (116 km) and is expected at Dehradun Railway Station in the evening. Book your flight home for the next day. ### By train **Nearest railway station:** Dehradun (DDN), which is also the pickup point, with direct trains from Delhi. For a weekend batch that leaves Dehradun on Saturday morning, the overnight train on Friday night is the easiest option. - **Nanda Devi Express** – overnight from Delhi, arriving early in the morning. - **Dehradun Shatabdi, Jan Shatabdi and Vande Bharat** – day trains; take them the day before the trek. Check current timings before you book. **From Dehradun to Lokhandi:** 110 km, about 4 hrs by road. Transport is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs, paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers. Your trek coordinator will confirm the cab fare. **Return:** The cab from Koti Kanasar reaches Dehradun Railway Station in the evening on Day 2. Plan your train home for late night on Day 2 or the next day. ### By road **By bus:** Ordinary and Volvo buses run through the night from Delhi ISBT Kashmere Gate to Dehradun ISBT, about 6–7 hrs. Prefer Uttarakhand Roadways (government) buses from inside the ISBT, and from Dehradun ISBT take an auto or cab to the railway station for the 06:30 AM pickup. **From Dehradun to Lokhandi:** 110 km, about 4 hrs by road via Vikasnagar, Kalsi and Chakrata. Transport is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs, paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers. Your trek coordinator will confirm the cab fare. **Return:** The cab from Koti Kanasar reaches Dehradun in the evening on Day 2. Plan your bus home for late night on Day 2 or the next day. ## ATM and mobile network #### 1. Last ATM - Last reliable ATMs: Vikasnagar and Dehradun; Chakrata has a bank ATM but do not depend on it - There is no ATM at Lokhandi, on the trail or at Koti Kanasar - Carry small notes: cards are not accepted on the trail #### 2. Mobile Network - Jio, Airtel and BSNL work in Chakrata; signal is patchy at Lokhandi - Little or no signal at the Saraswati camp and in the Deoban forest; it can return in patches on the open ridge - Make your important calls and tell your family about the limited connectivity before you leave Chakrata ## Frequently asked questions ### Where is the Deoban trek, and where does it start? The Deoban trek is in the forests above Chakrata, in the Jaunsar-Bawar area of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It starts at Lokhandi, a hamlet on the road beyond Chakrata at 2,560 m (8,400 ft), camps at Saraswati, climbs to Vyas Point and ends at Koti Kanasar. Trekkaro picks up the group at Dehradun Railway Station at 06:30 AM on Day 1, and the drive to Lokhandi is 110 km and about 4 hours. ### How many days does the Deoban trek take from Dehradun? The Deoban trek takes 2 days from Dehradun, which makes it a good weekend trek. Day 1 is the drive to Lokhandi and a gentle 4 km walk to the forest camp at Saraswati. Day 2 is the climb to Vyas Point at dawn, the return to camp and the long descent to Koti Kanasar, about 15 km in all, followed by the drive back to Dehradun by evening. Total walking is about 19 km. ### What is the highest altitude reached on the Deoban trek? The highest point of the Deoban trek is Vyas Point at 2,900 m (9,514 ft). The camp at Saraswati is at 2,500 m (8,202 ft), the start at Lokhandi is at 2,560 m (8,400 ft) and the trek ends lower down at Koti Kanasar, 1,980 m (6,496 ft). At these heights Acute Mountain Sickness is uncommon, but the trek leader checks your SpO2 and pulse every day, and you should report any headache or dizziness at once. ### What is the difficulty level of the Deoban trek for beginners? The Deoban trek is graded easy and suits beginners. Day 1 is a gentle 4 km forest walk of 2–3 hours. Day 2 is harder: about 15 km and 6–7 hours, with a pre-dawn climb to Vyas Point and a long descent to Koti Kanasar that tests the knees. We recommend three to four weeks of preparation with regular walks, jogging or stair climbing, so the long second day feels comfortable. ### What is the best time to do the Deoban trek? The Deoban trek runs from September to April. September to November gives the clearest views of the snow peaks from Vyas Point; December to February brings snow to the forest and the ridge; March and April bring rhododendron blooms. We do not run it from May to August, when summer haze hides the peaks and the monsoon brings leeches, slippery paths and landslides on the hill roads. ### Does the Deoban trek have snow, and in which months? Yes, the Deoban trek can have snow from December to February, and patches of old snow can remain on the higher ground into March. Snow can cover the trail from Lokhandi, the camp at Saraswati and the ridge at Vyas Point. Microspikes and gaiters come with Trekkaro’s Free Trekking Gear. Heavy snowfall can close the road above Chakrata for a day or two, so keep your return plans flexible in winter. ### How cold does it get at night on the Deoban trek? Nights at the Saraswati camp on the Deoban trek are about 0°C to 8°C from September to November, -6°C to 0°C from December to February and 0°C to 6°C in March and April. Days are 10°C to 18°C in autumn and spring and 2°C to 10°C in winter. The pre-dawn climb to Vyas Point is the coldest part of the trek, so carry your warmest layer and gloves. ### What is the minimum age for the Deoban trek? The minimum age for the Deoban trek is 8 years, for children who already walk regularly, as Day 2 is about 15 km. Trekkers under 18 must come with a parent or guardian. There is no upper age limit: trekkers above 60 are welcome if they are fit and in good cardiovascular health, with a doctor’s fitness certificate, and we recommend an ECG or TMT report. ### How do I reach the Deoban trek pickup point in Dehradun? The pickup for the Deoban trek is at Dehradun Railway Station at 06:30 AM on Day 1. Reach Dehradun the night before or early that morning: - **Train:** the overnight Nanda Devi Express from Delhi, or a day train the day before - **Bus:** overnight buses from Delhi ISBT Kashmere Gate to Dehradun ISBT, about 6–7 hrs - **Air:** Jolly Grant Airport, about 25 km from the city; arrive the day before ### What does the Deoban trek cost in 2026, and what is included? The Deoban trek costs ₹3,800 + 5% GST per person, for 2 days from Lokhandi to Koti Kanasar. It includes Free Trekking Gear (Decathlon trekking shoes, a -10°C jacket, trekking poles, gaiters and microspikes, against a ₹3,000 refundable deposit and ₹200 washing charge), the night’s camping in 3-person tents with sleeping bags, meals from Day 1 lunch to Day 2 lunch, forest permits, a certified trek leader and the safety kit. Transport, backpack offloading (₹800) and a single tent (₹1,000) are extra. ### How do I book the Deoban trek online with Trekkaro, and when does booking close? You can book the Deoban trek online on this page: choose a batch date, add the trekkers and any add-ons, and pay securely. Booking for a batch closes at 5 PM on the day before the trek starts. - **Price:** ₹3,800 + 5% GST per person, with EMI options shown in the price box - **Pickup:** Dehradun Railway Station at 06:30 AM - **Free Trekking Gear:** shoes, -10°C jacket, poles, gaiters and microspikes, with a ₹3,000 refundable deposit + ₹200 washing charge - **Change of plans:** one free reschedule to another batch, a booking transfer or a 100% TrekCash voucher (valid 1 year), up to 8 days before departure After booking you get a confirmation with the batch details, the medical certificate format and the packing list. ### Is transport included in the Deoban trek fee? No, transport is not included in the Deoban trek fee. We help the group book shared cabs from Dehradun Railway Station at 06:30 AM to Lokhandi, and from Koti Kanasar back to Dehradun; the fare is paid directly to the driver and split among the trekkers. Your trek coordinator will confirm the cab fare before departure. The drive is 110 km and about 4 hours on the way up, and 116 km and about 4 hours on the way back. ### Do foreigners need a permit for the Deoban trek near Chakrata? The Deoban trek is open to Indian nationals only, because Chakrata is an access-restricted Indian Army cantonment where foreign nationals face strict restrictions. Indian trekkers need no special permit; Trekkaro arranges the forest entry permit at the forest barrier, included in the trek fee. Carry an original government photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence) for the checkpoints around Chakrata and the forest barrier, and avoid photographing army areas. ### Is there mobile network and an ATM on the Deoban trek? There is limited mobile network and no ATM on the Deoban trek. Jio, Airtel and BSNL work in Chakrata, signal is patchy at Lokhandi, and there is little or no signal at the Saraswati camp and in the Deoban forest, with patches on the open ridge. The last reliable ATMs are in Vikasnagar and Dehradun, so carry cash in small notes from Dehradun. ### What should I carry on the Deoban trek, and is gear provided? For the Deoban trek, carry warm layers, a headlamp and water; the main gear comes with Free Trekking Gear. Pack: - Thermal inners and 2–3 fleece or woollen layers (more in winter) - Headlamp with spare batteries for the 5:00 AM start - Two 1-litre water bottles and a lunch box - Woollen cap, gloves, sunglasses and sunscreen Trekking shoes, a -10°C jacket, poles, gaiters and microspikes are part of Free Trekking Gear. ### Where do we stay and what food is served on the Deoban trek? On the Deoban trek you spend one night camping at Saraswati, in the forest below Deoban, in 3-person tents with sleeping bags and mats, with a dining tent and a toilet tent at camp. Meals run from Day 1 lunch at Lokhandi to Day 2 lunch: simple, freshly cooked vegetarian food, with tea, soup and snacks. Breakfast on the drive up from Dehradun is at a roadside dhaba at your own cost. --- Book or ask questions: https://www.trekkaro.com/trek/deoban-trek · WhatsApp +91 75056 26675 · Calls +91 80576 54321 (main), +91 75056 26675