# Har Ki Dun Trek > Har Ki Dun Trek is a 7-day easy–moderate trek in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, reaching 3,536 m (11,600 ft). It covers about 52 km on foot and starts and ends at Sankri. Best time: March to June and October to November. Trekkaro price: ₹10,500 per person + 5% GST, with free trekking gear (Decathlon shoes, -10°C jacket and poles). Next batch: 10 Oct 2026 (48 upcoming batches). Source: https://www.trekkaro.com/trek/har-ki-dun-trek (Trekkaro Adventures Pvt. Ltd.). Prices, dates and seats change often: always confirm on the trek page. ## Key facts - **Duration:** 7 days - **Difficulty:** Easy–Moderate - **Highest point:** 3,536 m / 11,600 ft - **Trekking distance:** 52 km - **Region:** Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand - **Start / end:** Sankri - **Best time:** March to June and October to November - **Temperature:** Summer (April–June): Daytime: 8°C to 15°C, Night: 0°C to 7°C, Winter (Dec–Jan): Daytime: -2°C to 5°C, Night: -12°C to -5°C - **Price:** ₹10,500 per person + 5% GST (was ₹14,000) - **Free trekking gear:** Included (Decathlon shoes, -10 C jacket, trekking poles; gaiters and microspikes when needed) - **Next batch:** 10 Oct 2026 (48 upcoming) ## Overview ### Har Ki Dun Trek: The Valley Of Gods There are valleys in the Garhwal Himalayas that are beautiful. And then there is Har Ki Dun – the Valley of the Gods, a glacially carved cradle at 3,536 metres enclosed by peaks that touch 6,000 metres, inhabited by communities who have lived here for generations, and surrounded by forests and meadows that remain among the most ecologically intact landscapes in the Indian Himalayan range. Har Ki Dun is not a summit trek and not a pass crossing. It is something rarer and, in its own way, more demanding: a journey into one of the few genuinely pristine high-altitude valleys remaining in Uttarakhand, through the Supin River gorge, across dense forests of oak, rhododendron, and pine, into a landscape that becomes more open and more extraordinary with every day of walking. The valley floor at 3,536 m is surrounded on three sides by peaks, Swargarohini (6,252 m), Bandarpunch (6,316 m), and Black Peak (6,387 m), that provide one of the most complete and dramatic mountain horizons available on an easy–moderate trek in India. In seven days from Dehradun, the Trekkaro team takes you from the road at Taluka into this valley and back out, an experience that is unhurried, deeply beautiful, and unlike anything else we operate. ### Overview Har Ki Dun – meaning 'Valley of the Gods' in the local Garhwali dialect – is a glacially carved hanging valley at 3,536 m (11,600 ft) in the Govind Pashu Vihar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. The valley is one of the oldest inhabited Himalayan valleys in the Indian subcontinent, with the surrounding Swargarohini massif identified in Hindu tradition as the stairway to heaven used by the Pandavas on their final ascent. The trek follows the Supin River upstream from Taluka through forest villages, gorge sections, open meadows, and alpine terrain before reaching the valley floor. ### The Valley Itself What distinguishes Har Ki Dun from almost every other trek of its grade in India is its completeness. The valley is enclosed on three sides by a mountain wall of extraordinary character: Swargarohini I (6,252 m), the mythological stairway to heaven; Bandarpunch (6,316 m), whose glacier is visible from the valley floor; and Black Peak (6,387 m) on the northern ridge. From the Har Ki Dun valley floor, trekkers have a 270-degree view of this mountain wall, a visual experience that very few moderate treks in India provide without requiring a technically demanding climb. The valley floor is wide, open, and covered in alpine meadow: a landscape that feels generous rather than austere and dramatic rather than intimidating. ### The Route – Through the Supin Valley The approach follows the Supin River upstream from Taluka (1,900 m) through one of the most ecologically rich corridors in Uttarakhand. The trail passes through dense oak and rhododendron forest, across suspension bridges above the roaring river, and through the living village of Osla, where the remarkable Duryadhana Temple, dedicated to the Mahabharata antagonist, provides a cultural dimension absent from most Himalayan trekking routes. The campsites at Puani Garaat and Kalkatiyadhaar are positioned in forest meadow clearings alongside the Supin, providing shelter and the specific quiet that only exists at walking distance from a road. ### Who Is This Trek For? Har Ki Dun is graded Easy–Moderate. It is an excellent first Himalayan trek for trekkers with a reasonable fitness base and equally rewarding for experienced trekkers who prioritise landscape depth over technical challenge. The maximum altitude of 3,536 m is accessible for well-prepared beginners. Daily distances of 8 to 14 km are achievable with consistent cardiovascular fitness. Minimum age: 8 years. Above 60: depends on fitness (medical certificate signed by a doctor). Daily trekking hours: 4 to 7 hours. Season: April to June and September to November. ### Key Highlights of the Har Ki Dun Trek - Har Ki Dun Valley floor (3,536 m / 11,600 ft) - 270-degree panorama of Swargarohini, Bandarpunch, and Black Peak - Swargarohini (6,252 m) – the mythological Pandava stairway to heaven, visible in full from the valley - Bandarpunch (6,316 m) glacier visible directly from the valley floor - Duryadhana Temple at Osla – one of the few temples in India dedicated to the Mahabharata antagonist - Supin River gorge trail – dense rhododendron and oak forest, roaring river, traditional Garhwali villages - Govind Pashu Vihar National Park – snow leopard, Himalayan black bear, and Himalayan monal habitat - Sankri gateway village (1,920 m) – established trek base with Swargarohini range views - Certified trekkaro trek leader and guides, twice-daily health monitoring, and **[FTG gear with no rental fee](gears.php)** ### Best Time to Visit Har Ki Dun Har Ki Dun has two trekking windows separated by the monsoon: a pre-monsoon spring window from April to June and a post-monsoon autumn window from September to November. The valley is accessible year-round in principle, but the monsoon brings waterlogged forest paths and swollen river crossings that significantly diminish the experience. Winter (December to March) sees the valley and upper trail snowbound. #### April to June — Spring Window (Rhododendrons & Snowmelt) The spring window opens as the lower trail dries after winter and the rhododendron forests between Taluka and Puani Garaat come into full bloom. April and May are the peak rhododendron months, the trail through the oak and rhododendron forest below Osla is carpeted in red and pink blooms at a density that transforms the forest entirely. The Har Ki Dun valley in May still carries residual snowpack at its upper edges, making the valley floor visually dramatic against the bloom of the lower forests. This is an excellent window for trekkers who prioritise wildflower and forest colour. - **Temperatures:** Taluka: 10°C to 22°C | Puani Garaat: 5°C to 18°C | Har Ki Dun: 0°C to 12°C - **Trail conditions:** Rhododendron bloom. Residual snow at valley edges. Warm days, cool nights. - **Best for:** Forest colour, rhododendron photography, and spring snowpack in the valley. #### July to August — Monsoon (Not Recommended) The monsoon brings waterlogged paths, swollen river crossings, and leeches in the lower forest sections. Trekkaro does not operate standard Har Ki Dun batches in July and August. The trail is passable, but the practical difficulties are disproportionate to the experience. - **Status:** Not recommended. No standard Trekkaro batches in July–August. #### September to November — Autumn Window (Most Recommended) This is Trekkaro's most recommended window for Har Ki Dun. September sees the monsoon clearing and the trail drying. October is the peak month: the oak and maple forests turn amber and gold, the air is crystal clear, the Swargarohini and Bandarpunch peaks stand in hard-edged definition, and the valley floor meadow is green and wide and completely open. Night temperatures at the valley begin dropping below zero in November, but October nights are cold and clear and reward trekkers with proper sleeping bags. - **Temperatures:** Taluka: 5°C to 18°C | Puani Garaat: 2°C to 12°C | Har Ki Dun: -3°C to 8°C - **Trail conditions:** Dry, well-defined trail. Autumn forest colour. Sharpest mountain visibility. - **Best for:** Peak mountain views, autumn colour, crystal air, and the best overall conditions. #### Trekkaro Recommendation For the best mountain clarity and autumn forest colour, book a late September to October batch. For the rhododendron bloom and spring snowpack in the valley, choose April to mid-May. Both windows offer a genuinely extraordinary version of Har Ki Dun – the decision is between the colour of spring and the clarity of autumn. ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Drive from Dehradun to Sankri **Route Details:** **Drive: Dehradun → Mussoorie → Purola → Mori → Sankri | Distance: ~200 km | Duration: 8–9 hrs | Altitude: 700 m (Dehradun) → 1,950 m (Sankri)** The drive from Dehradun to Sankri is one of the longer approach journeys in the Trekkaro portfolio, approximately 200 km and 8 to 9 hours, through some of the most scenic and progressively remote terrain in Uttarakhand. The road passes through Mussoorie (2,000 m) before descending into the Yamuna and then Tonnes River valleys, following roads that become narrower and quieter as they penetrate deeper into the Garhwal interior. The Tonnes Valley carries the Tonnes River, the largest tributary of the Yamuna by volume, through a landscape of forested ridges, terraced fields, and small market towns. The drive is a genuine introduction to the region you are entering. Sankri (1,950 m) is the departure point for several significant Uttarakhand treks, including Kedarkantha and Har Ki Dun. It is a small, well-organised trek gateway with the Swargarohini range visible above the village on clear days. The evening in Sankri is for rest, gear verification, and the trek briefing. Trekkaro's health baseline SpO₂, pulse, and blood pressure for every trekker is recorded here. The trek briefing covers the full route, daily structure, health monitoring protocol, and what to expect on the Supin Valley forest terrain. Sleep well. Day 2 begins early. What to Expect: - Drive from Dehradun to Sankri – ~200 km, 8–9 hrs via Mussoorie, Purola, and the Tonnes Valley road - Tonnes Valley scenery: forested ridges, terraced farms, and progressively remote Garhwal interior - Sankri (1,950 m): established trek gateway with Swargarohini views on clear days - FTG gear: Decathlon Quechua shoes, jacket, poles, etc. - Health baseline: SpO₂, pulse, and BP recorded for every trekker - Trek briefing: full route overview, daily structure, health protocol - Overnight: Sankri (1,950 m) – last road town before the trek begins ### Day 2: Drive Sankri to Taluka & Trek to Puani Garaat **Route Details:** **Drive: Sankri → Taluka (~12 km, ~45 min) | Trek: Taluka (2,107 m) → Puani Garaat (~2,440 m) | Distance: ~10 km | Duration: 6–7 hrs** Day 2 begins with the short morning drive from Sankri to Taluka, the last motorable point on the Har Ki Dun approach road. Taluka (2,107 m) is a small settlement at the point where the jeep track ends and the foot trail begins, marked by a bridge across the Supin River and the visible opening of the forested gorge ahead. From this bridge, on clear days, the snowpeaked wall at the head of the Har Ki Dun valley is visible as a distant white horizon above the forest canopy. You leave the road behind and begin the walk that will carry you 3,536 metres over the next three days. The trail from Taluka to Puani Garaat follows the right bank of the Supin River upstream through a gorge of exceptional character. The supine at this altitude is fast and loud, constrained between canyon walls that rise steeply on both sides. The forest above the trail is one of the ecological highlights of this route, with dense oak, deodar cedar, and rhododendron in the lower sections, giving way to blue pine and silver fir as altitude increases. In spring, the rhododendron bloom transforms the forest floor and canopy into layers of red and pink. In autumn, the oak and maple canopy turns amber and gold above a trail that remains dry and well-defined. Puani Garaat is a forest camp in a clearing above the Supin River at approximately 2,440 m, a sheltered, well-watered campsite surrounded by forest and the sound of the river below. This is the first genuine wilderness camp of the route. Beyond Taluka, there are no roads, and the sounds of the trail are the river, the forest, and the wind. The altitude gain from Taluka is modest, approximately 540 m across 10 km, making Day 2 an ideal introduction to the terrain and the specific rhythm of Supin Valley trekking. What to Expect: - Morning drive from Sankri to Taluka (~12 km, ~45 min) - last road before the trail begins - The trail begins at Taluka (2,107 m) across the Supin River bridge – a forest gorge opens ahead - Supin River gorge: dense oak, deodar, and rhododendron forest alongside the river - Altitude gain: ~540 m over ~10 km – measured gradient to settle into the route's rhythm - Puani Garaat camp (~2,440 m) - forest clearing above the Supin, first wilderness camp - Overnight: Puani Garaat – river sound, forest shelter, first night on the trail ### Day 3: Puani Garaat to Kalkatiyadhaar **Route Details:** **Altitude: ~2,440 m → ~2,740 m (Kalkatiyadhaar) | Distance: ~10 km | Duration: 5–6 hrs | Terrain: Forest trail, river crossings, Osla village, open meadow approach** Day 3 is the route's richest in cultural and ecological variety. The trail from Puani Garaat continues upstream along the Supin River, passing through the living village of Osla before climbing through progressively higher forest terrain to the meadow camp at Kalkatiyadhaar. Osla is one of the traditional villages of the Supin Valley, a settlement of stone and timber houses built in the distinctive Garhwali style with intricately carved wooden facades and stacked-stone construction that reflects centuries of craft adapted to the high-altitude climate. The village is genuinely inhabited and genuinely connected to an older version of Himalayan life. In Osla stands the Duryadhana Temple, one of the most unusual religious sites in Uttarakhand and one of the very few temples in India dedicated to Duryadhana, the primary antagonist of the Mahabharata. The local tradition holds that the Pandavas passed through the Har Ki Dun valley on their ascent to heaven via the Swargarohini peak and that the Kauravas maintained a protective presence over the valley in their absence. The temple is small, stone-built, and decorated in the carved wooden style of the valley. Standing in Osla beside this temple, at the base of the Swargarohini massif, the mythological landscape of the Mahabharata and the physical landscape of the Himalayas briefly become the same thing. Above Osla, the trail climbs through forest to Kalkatiyadhaar, a meadow camp at approximately 2,740 m where the forest gives way to the more open terrain of the upper Supin Valley. From Kalkatiyadhaar, the higher peaks of the Har Ki Dun enclosure become visible for the first time in their full extent: Swargarohini above and to the north, the Black Peak ridge to the east, and the valley corridor opening ahead toward the floor at 3,536 m. Tomorrow the valley reveals itself completely. What to Expect: - Osla village – traditional Garhwali stone and timber architecture, lived-in and remarkable - Duryadhana Temple – one of the few temples in India dedicated to the Mahabharata antagonist - Forest trail with gradual gain – oak, deodar, and rhododendron through the upper Supin Valley - First full views of Swargarohini and the upper valley peaks from Kalkatiyadhaar meadow - Kalkatiyadhaar camp (~2,740 m) – open meadow at the forest edge, valley opening visible ahead - Distance: ~10 km | Duration: 5–6 hrs | Altitude gain: ~300 m - Overnight: Kalkatiyadhaar – the last camp before the valley floor ### Day 4: Kalkatiyadhaar to Har Ki Dun Valley & Back to Kalkatiyadhaar **Route Details:** **Altitude: 2,740 m → Har Ki Dun (3,536 m / 11,600 ft) → Return to Kalkatiyadhaar (2,740 m) | Distance: ~14 km round trip | Duration: 8–9 hrs | Terrain: Open valley trail, alpine meadow** Day 4 is the centrepiece of the Har Ki Dun trek, the day the entire route has been building toward. The trail from Kalkatiyadhaar to the Har Ki Dun valley floor gains approximately 770 m over 7 km of progressively opening terrain. The forest thins above camp, the valley walls recede on both sides, and the landscape transforms from an enclosed forest gorge to a wide, open, high-altitude basin in a transition that happens gradually enough to absorb but dramatically enough to stop most trekkers mid-stride when the valley fully opens. The Har Ki Dun valley at 3,536 m (11,600 ft) is an enclosed glacial basin of exceptional spaciousness. The valley floor is wide and flat in the summer and autumn seasons, a broad meadow of alpine grass and wildflowers crossed by the upper Supin River in clean, shallow channels that reflect the peaks above. On all three sides, the mountain wall rises: Swargarohini I (6,252 m) to the north-northwest, its upper snowfields brilliant white above the moraine at its base; Bandarpunch (6,316 m) directly north, its glacier visible as a grey-white river of ice between the rock ridges; and Black Peak (6,387 m) to the northeast. The 270-degree mountain panorama from the Har Ki Dun valley floor is among the most complete available on any moderate-grade trek in India. No pass crossing required. You simply walk into the valley and look up. The return from the valley floor to Kalkatiyadhaar descends the same 770 m across 7 km in the afternoon. Most trekkers spend 2 to 3 hours in the Har Ki Dun valley, time to walk the valley perimeter, photograph the mountain panorama from different positions, eat lunch at the riverbank, and be fully present with one of the finest valley views accessible on a moderate Himalayan trek. The afternoon light on the return illuminates the peaks and forest sections differently from the morning approach, and the two directions together give you a complete experience of the route's finest terrain. What to Expect: - Trek to Har Ki Dun (3,536 m / 11,600 ft) – ~7 km, ~4–5 hrs from Kalkatiyadhaar - Valley floor panorama: Swargarohini (6,252 m), Bandarpunch (6,316 m), and Black Peak (6,387 m) on three sides - Wide open alpine meadow with the upper Supin River crossing the valley floor in clean channels - Bandarpunch glacier visible from the valley floor between the northern ridgelines - 3–4 hours in the valley: walk the perimeter, photograph, lunch at the river, be present - Return ~7 km to Kalkatiyadhaar in the afternoon – same trail, different light - Overnight: Kalkatiyadhaar (2,740 m) - return camp after the valley day ### Day 5: Kalkatiyadhaar to Puani Garaat **Route Details:** **Altitude: ~2,740 m → ~2,440 m (Puani Garaat) | Distance: ~10 km | Duration: 4–5 hrs | Terrain: Forest descent, Supin Valley trail, Osla village on return** Day 5 reverses the Day 3 ascent: from Kalkatiyadhaar back through the Supin Valley forest to Puani Garaat, passing through Osla and along the riverside trail that carried you upward two days ago. The descent covers 10 km and loses approximately 300 m of altitude across 4 to 5 hours, a gentle, unhurried return through terrain that has become familiar but that reveals itself differently on the way down. The return through Osla on Day 5 often produces a different experience from the Day 3 passage. Two days in the mountains have settled the group into the rhythm of the route. The urgency of the approach and the goal of reaching the valley ahead have been replaced by the fuller attention that comes after the destination has been reached. The Duryadhana Temple and the traditional wooden architecture of the village are absorbed with a different quality on the return. If time allows, the Trekkaro guide will arrange a brief stop in the village. Puani Garaat, reached in the mid-afternoon, is the same forest camp as Night 2. But it feels different: warmer on the return and more settled. The Har Ki Dun valley is behind you. Taluka and the road are one day's walking ahead. The route has given you what it came with, and the forest camp on the final descent has a quality of completion that the camp on the ascent could not yet contain. What to Expect: - Descent through the Supin Valley forest – same trail as Day 3, reverse direction - Osla village on return – Duryadhana Temple and traditional architecture, brief stop if schedule allows - Distance: ~10 km | Duration: 4–5 hrs | Altitude loss: ~300 m - Supin River alongside the trail throughout – the sound and pace of the descent are shaped by the water - Puani Garaat camp (~2,440 m) – final wilderness camp before the return to Taluka and the road - Overnight: Puani Garaat – last camp on the trail ### Day 6: Puani Garaat to Taluka & Drive to Sankri **Route Details:** **Trek: Puani Garaat (~2,440 m) → Taluka (2,107 m) | Distance: ~8 km | Duration: 3–4 hrs | Then: Drive Taluka → Sankri (~12 km, ~45 min)** The final morning on the trail begins in the Puani Garaat forest camp. The walk back to Taluka is the shortest of the active trekking days, 8 km descending from 2,440 m to 2,107 m over 3 to 4 hours. The trail through the lower Supin Valley gorge on the return carries the same dramatic canyon walls and river sound as the approach, but now the body walking it has completed 38 km through the Garhwal interior and stood in the Har Ki Dun valley at 3,536 m with the Swargarohini range on three sides. The same forest, the same river, the same trail sections — all perceived through a different set of accumulated experience. The altitude drops steadily through the lower gorge, with the Supin growing louder as additional tributaries join it below the camp. By mid-morning, Taluka appears: the familiar stone buildings at the end of the jeep track, the bridge across the Supin, and the Trekkaro vehicles waiting on the far bank. The drive back to Sankri takes approximately 45 minutes along the jeep track. Sankri is reached in the early afternoon: mobile signal returns, devices can be charged, and the first road-town comforts in five days are available. The trek is not yet over; Dehradun and the city return tomorrow, but the walk is done. What to Expect: - Final trail section: ~8 km from Puani Garaat to Taluka through the lower Supin gorge - Altitude drops ~540 m from Puani Garaat to Taluka – steady, well-defined descent - Taluka bridge – the trail ends where it began, at the Supin River crossing - Drive from Taluka to Sankri (~12 km, ~45 min) - Trekkaro vehicles at Taluka for the return - Sankri: mobile signal, device charging, first road-town facilities after five days - Trek concludes at the Sankri starting point of the trek. Completion certificates issued. - Overnight: Sankri (1,950 m) - final night before the Dehradun return drive ### Day 7: Drive from Sankri to Dehradun **Route Details:** **Drive: Sankri (1,950 m) → Mori → Purola → Mussoorie → Dehradun | Distance: ~200 km | Duration: 8–9 hrs** The morning in Sankri before the return drive has a different quality from the morning six days ago when the village was the assembly point for a trek that had not yet begun. Then, the Swargarohini range visible above the village was a destination. Now, the body and mind that looked up at those peaks have walked to 3,536 m beneath them, stood in the valley at their base, and returned through the Supin River forest over five days of walking. The mountains above Sankri look the same. Everything else is different. The drive from Sankri to Dehradun retraces the approach road in reverse, back down the Tonnes Valley through Mori and Purola, then via Mussoorie and the Doon Valley. The 8- to 9-hour journey covers the same forested gorge road that the approach drive may have passed through in darkness or in anticipation. By the time Mussoorie appears above the Doon Valley, the transition from the mountain interior back to the city is nearly complete. The Har Ki Dun valley, the Duryadhana Temple, the Supin River gorge, and the mountain panorama from 11,600 feet are now part of the specific, permanent collection of experiences that the Himalayas are uniquely able to provide. What to Expect: - Morning in Sankri – final morning tea in the trek gateway village before the return drive - Drive Sankri to Dehradun – ~200 km, 8–9 hrs via Mori, Purola, and Mussoorie - Tonnes Valley on return: the forested gorge road in daylight, the approach in reverse - Same-day flights and trains from Dehradun are achievable with early Sankri departure - Recommended: one additional night in Dehradun before onwards travel if the schedule allows ## Inclusions - Decathlon Gear Quechua Trek 100 shoes, SH 100 (-10°C) jackets, and trekking poles with no rental fee (FTG Initiative: ₹3,000 refundable deposit + ₹200 washing charge) - All meals on trek: breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, and dinner from Day 1 dinner to Day 6 dinner - Accommodation: 2 nights in the guesthouse at Sankri and 4 nights camping on the trail at all designated campsites, on a triple-sharing basis. - High-quality tents (double-wall, rain-rated) and -20°C sleeping bags at all campsites - Trekking mattresses / sleeping pads at every campsite - Certified trek leader and guide throughout all 7 days - Mountain kitchen staff, camp helpers, and mule/porter support for equipment transport - Govind Pashu Vihar National Park entry permits and forest checkpost fees – fully arranged by Trekkaro - Daily SpO2, pulse, and blood pressure health monitoring at every campsite (twice daily) - Portable oxygen cylinder and emergency stretcher – standard on every Trekkaro Har Ki Dun batch - HF radio communication across the full trek team throughout the route - Trek completion certificate on successful completion to Tapovan and return to Gangotri ## Exclusions - Food During Transit Meals during travel to and from the base camp - Transport – Basecamp Transfers Shared taxi transfers from Dehradun to Sankri and from Sankri back to Dehradun upon trek completion are not included in the package. Trekkaro can arrange these transfers on your behalf; the cost is approximately ₹6,500 (one way) per vehicle (5-6 seater, tentative), shared equally among trekkers in the same vehicle. - Travel to/from Dehradun: flights, trains, buses – arranged independently by trekker - Accommodation in Dehradun before or after the trek - Personal trekking gear: clothing, backpack, sunglasses, etc. (shoes, jacket, poles, gaiters and microspikes come with Free Trekking Gear) - Travel insurance: mandatory for this route. Must include high-altitude cover and helicopter evacuation. - Personal expenses: tips, calls, laundry, additional snacks - Backpack Offloading: ₹1,800 + 5% GST for the entire trek (max. 9 kg). No suitcases, trolleys, or duffel bags allowed. Charges may be higher for last-minute offloading requests made at Sankri - Single Tent Occupancy: ₹2,000 + 5% GST per tent for the entire trek - Costs from early exit, evacuation, or itinerary change due to weather or medical reasons - Anything Not Mentioned Under Inclusions ## How to reach **By Air:- ** Jolly Grant airport is located 25 kilometers from the city, serving Dehradun. Daily flight from Delhi to Dehradun. **By Train:-** Take the train from Delhi to Dehradun overnight Nanda Devi Express(12205):- Departure:- 23:50; Arrival:- 05:40 Dehradun Express(12687):- Departure:- 21:10; Arrival:- 05:00 **By Bus:-** Regular bus service is available from Delhi (ISBT Kashmere Gate) to Dehradun. 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. Usually, the buses left you in the Dehradun ISBT. From there you have to come to Dehradun railway station via Ola/Uber Cab/Auto Rickshaw/Shared Three Wheeler. There is only one bus run by the Uttarakhand Government on a daily basis from Dehradun Railway Station to Sankri. The timing of the bus: 08:00 AM. You would reach the Sankri by 06:00 PM. ## ATM and mobile network Important Pre-Trek Information - Last ATM - Purola Purola is the last reliable ATM stop before reaching Sankri (basecamp). Be sure to withdraw cash here, as you may not find any ATMs working after this point. - Mobile Network - Sankri Sankri is the last place with a stable mobile signal, and only Jio works consistently. Please make all important calls and inform your family about the poor or no connectivity during the trek. After leaving Sankri, there is no mobile signal. ## Frequently asked questions ### Where is the Har Ki Dun trek? The Har Ki Dun trek is in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, in the Supin River valley of Garhwal. It starts from Sankri (1,950 m), about 200 km and 8–9 hours by road from Dehradun, and the trail begins at Taluka, a 45-minute drive beyond Sankri. From Taluka the route follows the Supin River through forest and past Osla village to the Har Ki Dun valley at 3,536 m (11,600 ft). ### How many days is the Har Ki Dun trek? The Har Ki Dun trek takes 7 days from Dehradun to Dehradun, with 5 trekking days covering about 52 km. - **Day 1 and Day 7:** drive between Dehradun and Sankri (about 200 km, 8–9 hours) - **Days 2–6:** trekking, 8–14 km a day - **Longest day:** Day 4, about 14 km and 8–9 hours to the Har Ki Dun valley and back ### What is the altitude of the Har Ki Dun trek? The highest point of the Har Ki Dun trek is the Har Ki Dun valley at 3,536 m (11,600 ft). The trail starts at Taluka (2,107 m / 6,913 ft), and the highest camp is Kalkatiyadhaar at 2,740 m (8,990 ft), because you visit the valley and return to camp the same day. - **Sankri (base village):** 1,950 m / 6,400 ft - **Puani Garaat camp:** 2,440 m / 8,010 ft - **Kalkatiyadhaar camp:** 2,740 m / 8,990 ft ### How difficult is the Har Ki Dun trek? The Har Ki Dun trek is graded Easy–Moderate, and how hard it feels depends mainly on how much snow is on the upper trail. Most of the route is a gradual forest trail along the Supin River, but the walking days are long. - **Daily distance:** 8–14 km, with 3–9 hours of walking - **Day 4:** about 14 km round trip to the Har Ki Dun valley, 8–9 hours - **Snow:** early-season snow on the upper trail makes the walk slower and colder ### Is the Har Ki Dun trek good for beginners? Yes, the Har Ki Dun trek is a good choice for fit beginners. The gradient is gentle, the highest camp is only 2,740 m, and the trek is graded Easy–Moderate. Be ready for long days: Day 2 is about 10 km in 6–7 hours, and Day 4 is about 14 km in 8–9 hours. ### What fitness level do I need for the Har Ki Dun trek? For the Har Ki Dun trek you should be comfortable walking 6–9 hours a day on uneven forest trails, with steady climbs and long descents. Start building stamina several weeks before the trek. - **Cardio:** regular brisk walks, jogging or stair climbing - **Strength:** squats and lunges help on the descents back to Taluka - **Practice:** walk with a loaded backpack to get used to the weight ### What is the best time for the Har Ki Dun trek? The best time for the Har Ki Dun trek is March to June and October to November. The trek does not run in the July–August monsoon. - **March–April:** cold nights and possible snow on the upper trail - **May–June:** milder days of 8–15°C - **October–November:** post-monsoon season; November nights are among the coldest ### Is there snow on the Har Ki Dun trek? Snow on the Har Ki Dun trek is most likely early in the season, in March and April, when it can lie on the upper trail towards the valley. The first two trekking days through the lower forest are usually free of snow. When there is snow on the trail, microspikes and gaiters are provided free with Trekkaro’s Free Trekking Gear. ### How cold does it get on the Har Ki Dun trek? From April to June the Har Ki Dun trek has daytime temperatures of 8–15°C and night temperatures of 0–7°C. Nights in March–April and November are the coldest of the season. - **Layers:** 3–4 warm layers, and 4 in March–April and November - **Outer jacket:** a padded -10°C jacket is part of the Free Trekking Gear - **At night:** thermals, a woollen cap, gloves and woollen socks ### Which mountains can you see on the Har Ki Dun trek? From the Har Ki Dun valley you see Swargarohini (6,252 m), Bandarpunch (6,316 m) and Black Peak (6,387 m), which rise on three sides of the valley floor. The Bandarpunch glacier is also visible between the northern ridgelines. - **Swargarohini:** first full views from the Kalkatiyadhaar meadow on Day 3, and from Sankri on clear days - **Supin River:** runs across the valley floor in clean channels - **Valley time:** 3–4 hours on Day 4 to walk the meadow and take photographs ### What is the terrain like on the Har Ki Dun trek? The Har Ki Dun trek is mostly a forest and river-valley trail that ends in an open alpine meadow at 3,536 m. The path follows the Supin River almost the whole way. - **Forest:** oak, deodar and rhododendron along the Supin gorge - **Villages:** the trail passes Osla, a traditional Garhwali village - **River crossings:** on the Day 3 section to Kalkatiyadhaar - **Upper valley:** open valley trail and alpine meadow ### Is there a risk of altitude sickness on the Har Ki Dun trek? The risk of altitude sickness on the Har Ki Dun trek is relatively low, because the highest camp is 2,740 m and you visit the 3,536 m valley and come back down the same day. The gain is gradual, about 540 m on Day 2 and 300 m on Day 3. - **Health checks:** SpO2, pulse and blood pressure are recorded for every trekker at Sankri - **Briefing:** the health protocol is explained before the trek starts - **Medicines:** ask your doctor about altitude medicine before the trek ### How do I reach the Har Ki Dun trek base camp? To reach the Har Ki Dun trek, travel to Dehradun; the cab to Sankri leaves Dehradun Railway Station at 06:30 AM for the 200 km, 8–9 hour drive. Reach Dehradun the evening before. - **By air:** Jolly Grant Airport (DED), about 25 km and 45–60 minutes from Dehradun city - **By train:** Dehradun Railway Station (DDN) is the pickup point; the Nanda Devi Express runs overnight from Delhi - **By bus:** Uttarakhand Roadways buses from Delhi ISBT Kashmere Gate to Dehradun ISBT take about 6–7 hours - **Return:** the cab leaves Sankri around 06:30 AM and reaches Dehradun by about 05:00 PM, so book onward travel for the next day ### Is transport from Dehradun included in the Har Ki Dun trek? No, transport between Dehradun and Sankri is not included in the Har Ki Dun trek fee. Trekkaro arranges a shared cab from Dehradun Railway Station at an additional cost of about ₹6,500 per vehicle (5–6 seater) each way, split among trekkers and paid directly to the driver. - **Onward:** 06:30 AM from Dehradun Railway Station on Day 1 - **Return:** around 06:30 AM from Sankri on Day 7, arriving by about 05:00 PM - **Taluka transfer:** the 12 km, 45-minute drive between Sankri and Taluka on Days 2 and 6 is part of the itinerary ### Where do we stay on the Har Ki Dun trek? On the Har Ki Dun trek you stay two nights in Sankri, the base village, and four nights in tents at two trail camps. Four-person tents are shared by three trekkers. - **Day 1 and Day 6:** Sankri (1,950 m) - **Day 2 and Day 5:** Puani Garaat camp (2,440 m), a forest clearing above the Supin River - **Day 3 and Day 4:** Kalkatiyadhaar camp (2,740 m), an open meadow at the forest edge - **Tent sharing:** women share tents only with women ### What is the group size on the Har Ki Dun trek and who leads it? A Har Ki Dun trek batch has up to 20 trekkers, and a fixed departure needs at least 6 people. Each batch is led by a professional trek leader who has completed basic and advanced mountaineering courses and is trained in first aid. - **Support team:** a local guide, chef, assistant, porters and other staff - **Private treks:** run for any group size ### Is the Har Ki Dun trek safe for women trekking alone? Yes, the Har Ki Dun trek is safe for women trekking alone, and the safety of women trekkers is a top priority. Guides and support staff are carefully selected and are trustworthy and reliable. - **Tents:** women share tents only with other women - **Batches:** groups of up to 20 include both men and women - **Valuables:** keep your personal belongings secure ### What food is served on the Har Ki Dun trek? Simple, nutritious vegetarian meals are served throughout the Har Ki Dun trek, with eggs available on request at the campsites. On trekking days you carry a packed lunch on the trail. - **Lunch box:** bring a reusable one for packed lunches - **Snacks:** carry trail mix, energy bars, dates and electrolyte sachets ### How much drinking water should I carry on the Har Ki Dun trek? On the Har Ki Dun trek, carry two 1-litre water bottles and keep both filled for each day’s walk; an insulated bottle helps on cold mornings. Walking days last 3–9 hours, so drink regularly. Add electrolyte or ORS sachets to your water on long days such as Day 4. ### Is Free Trekking Gear included in the Har Ki Dun trek? Yes, the Har Ki Dun trek includes Trekkaro’s Free Trekking Gear, so you do not need to buy or rent shoes or a jacket. The kit is handed over at Sankri on Day 1 against one refundable deposit of ₹3,000 plus a ₹200 washing charge. - **Shoes:** waterproof trekking shoes with ankle support - **Jacket:** padded jacket rated to -10°C - **Trekking pole:** saves your knees on the long descents - **Snow gear:** gaiters and microspikes when there is snow ### Can I offload my backpack on the Har Ki Dun trek? Yes, backpack offloading is available on the Har Ki Dun trek for ₹1,800 + 5% GST. Tell the team at least 15 days in advance so that a porter or mule can be arranged. If you offload, carry a 20–30 L day pack for water, snacks and a warm layer. ### Is there a doctor or medical support on the Har Ki Dun trek? Medical support on the Har Ki Dun trek comes from the trek leader, who is trained in first aid, and every trekker’s SpO2, pulse and blood pressure are recorded at Sankri before the trek. The health protocol is explained at the trek briefing. - **Fitness certificate:** a medical certificate signed by a doctor is required - **Insurance:** travel insurance with emergency evacuation cover is mandatory - **Your kit:** carry your regular medicines, blister plasters and ORS ### What documents do I need for the Har Ki Dun trek? For the Har Ki Dun trek you need an original government photo ID, a medical fitness certificate signed by a doctor and a travel insurance policy with emergency evacuation cover. - **ID:** Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID or driving licence, plus a photocopy - **International trekkers:** passport, needed for forest entry permits and in case of medical evacuation - **Booking:** your Trekkaro booking confirmation (e-ticket or tax invoice) - **Disclaimer form:** filled in with your emergency contact details ### Do I need a permit for the Har Ki Dun trek? Yes, the Har Ki Dun trek requires forest entry permits, so carry your original government photo ID and a photocopy. International trekkers must carry their passport for the permit. Keep the original and the photocopy together in a waterproof pouch. ### Is there mobile network and an ATM on the Har Ki Dun trek? There is no reliable mobile network or charging on the Har Ki Dun trail; Sankri is the last place with mobile signal and device charging. ATMs are few in the hills, so withdraw enough cash in Dehradun. - **Cash:** carry small notes for the shared cab fare and small expenses, as cards are not accepted in the mountains - **Power bank:** carry one and keep it close to your body, as cold drains batteries fast ### What is special about Osla village on the Har Ki Dun trek? Osla, passed on Day 3 of the Har Ki Dun trek, is a traditional Garhwali village of stone and timber houses that is still lived in. It has a temple dedicated to Duryodhana, the Mahabharata antagonist, one of the few such temples in India. You pass Osla again on the way down on Day 5, with a short stop if the schedule allows. ### How much time do you get in the Har Ki Dun valley? On Day 4 of the Har Ki Dun trek you get about 3–4 hours in the valley, after a 7 km, 4–5 hour walk from Kalkatiyadhaar. You can walk the meadow, take photographs and have lunch by the Supin River before returning to camp. The round trip is about 14 km and takes 8–9 hours, making it the longest day of the trek. ### What should I pack for the Har Ki Dun trek? For the Har Ki Dun trek, pack a 50–60 L backpack with a rain cover, 3–4 warm layers and sun protection; shoes, jacket, pole and snow gear come with the Free Trekking Gear. - **Clothing:** thermals, 1–2 fleece layers, 2 quick-dry trek pants, 3 full-sleeved T-shirts and a rain jacket - **Accessories:** UV sunglasses, sun cap, woollen cap, gloves and 4 pairs of socks - **Essentials:** headlamp, two 1 L water bottles, power bank, personal medicines and cash - **Waste:** ziploc bags to carry your waste back down under the zero-waste policy ### What is the minimum age for the Har Ki Dun trek? The minimum age for the Har Ki Dun trek is 8 years. 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; along with the medical certificate signed by a doctor that every trekker brings, we recommend an ECG or TMT report. --- Book or ask questions: https://www.trekkaro.com/trek/har-ki-dun-trek · WhatsApp +91 80576 54321