Sunderdhunga Base Camp Trek, Kumaon Uttarakhand
A trek into the lap of pristine nature can be the best description
given for the Sunderdhunga Base Camp Trek. The virgin trails and the
unexploited nature's beauty prepares an inviting ambiance for anyone who
digs trekking and nature. Sunderdhunga Base Camp is perched at an
altitude of 4100m above sea level; it is a moderate trek, so one should
expect to encounter lot of steep climbing and descents, winding trails,
less habited villages and a few unknown tracks. However, this trekking
expedition guarantees unprecedented adventure, views and experience.
The trek for Sunderdhunga Base Camp begins from Loharkhet and further
heads up to Khati (via Dhakuri), which is the last largest village near
Pindari Glacier. The trekking trail of Sunderdhunga Base Camp is same
till Pindari and from there it cuts towards other lesser explored route
that leads to Kathalia and Jatoli. Passing through thick alpine forests
and crossing and walking along rivers like Pindari and Saria one reaches
Sunderdhunga Base Camp, where the reward is the panoramic view of
majestic peaks like Tharkot (6,100 meters), Mrigthuni (6,856 meters),
Maiktoil (6,803 meters) and Panwalidwar (6,663 meters). Here is the
detailed itinerary for Sunderdhunga Base Camp Trek.
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Delhi you will be received by our representative. Transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 2: Delhi – Almora
Today you need to wake up early as we will drive to Ranikhet via
Kathgodam and Bhimtal. On arrival at Ranikhet by the evening check in to
the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3: Almora - Loharkhet – Dhakuri
Post breakfast drive to Loharkhet. Trekking will start from here and
we will trek up to Dhakuri. Today's trek is 11 km long and it takes you
down into the depths of the valley followed by a fair climb to Dhakuri.
Dinner and overnight stay in tents/rest house.
Day 4: Dhakuri – Khati
This is an 8 km trek. Khati is the largest village on the
Sunderdhunga Base Camp Trekking route. It is on the banks of the Pinder
Ganga. The inhabitants of Khati Village are very hospitable.
Day 5: Khati – Jatoli
Today morning trek to Jatoli village. From Khati we will take the
route passing through the Pinder River up to Warbham. Warbhum is the
confluence of Pinder River and Sunderdhunga stream. Now walking through
the Sunderdhunga stream, reach Jatoli. Dinner & overnight stay in
camps.
Day 6: Jatoli – Kathalia
Today's trek is 12 km long and it passes through the thick alpine
forest for more than half the journey. Today, we will get to see the
Saria River. Kathalia is the last inhabited village. Overnight stay in
tents.
Day 7: Kathalia - Sukhram Cave - Sunderdhunga View Point - Kathalia
Today we will trek up to Sunderdhunga view point that passes through
the Sukhram Cave. This trek is 10 km and it will take around 4-5 hrs to
reach over there. On arrival we will pitch tent for dinner and overnight
stay.
Day 8: Kathalia - Maiktoli Top – Kathalia
Post breakfast start trekking with a steep climb of 4km to reach
Sunderdhunga Base Camp Trek. Once you reach Maiktoli top you would feel
like touching the peak. Back to Kathalia for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 9: Kathalia – Jatoli
Today we will trek back to Jatoli. Dinner and night stay in tents.
Day 10: Jatoli – Khati
Trekking back to Khati we will set up camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 11: Khati – Dhakuri
Trek back to Dhakuri in the morning. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.
Day 12: Dhakuri - Loharkhet - Song – Bageshwar
Today morning we will trek (13 kms/ 5-6 hrs) followed by a drive to
Bageshwar. On arrival check in to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 13: Bageshwar - Delhi
After breakfast we will drive to Delhi via Kathgodam. Arrival at Delhi by the evening.
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