About Kafni Glacier Trek
Kumaon region, one of the most breathtaking areas of Himalaya, brings
pools of trekking trails for the adventure junkies. The lofty
mountains, remote villages, unbeatable charm, and pristine scenic beauty
of Kumaon captivate the adventurers and even those who are new to
trekking. One trek that leads to the remote regions of Uttarakhand, and
offers the opportunity to camp on huge grasslands, then it has to be the
Kafni Glacier trek. The landscapes keep on changing at every turn; the
trail throws many challenges, from beautiful river crossing and
sparkling waterfall on the way from Dhakuri to Dwali, to getting lost in
the forests en route to Phurkia to the breathtaking view of Nanda Khat
peak towering above. The final destination of the trek, Kafni Glacier
(3,860 meters), can be accessed during May -Jun and September-November.
One should avoid trekking during the monsoon season as the trails are
slippery.
Area : Kumaon Himalaya
Duration : 11 Days (4 days traveling/7 days trekking)
Best Season : Mid April - Mid October
Grade :Moderate
Altitude : 4150 mts/13612 ft
Total Trekking : 85 K.M
More or less Kafni Glacier route follows the same as the Pindari
Glacier Trek, but the best part of this trek is that trekkers will
encompass more regions. The trek commences from Song, after that, the
trail leads to Khati, Loharkhet, Phurkia, Dwali, to reach Kafni Glacier.
Spectacular view of Pindari Glacier, lush alpine meadows with sprinkled
wildflowers, and snow clad peaks kissing the sky, accompanies the
trekkers when they walk on the meandering unpaved roads. It's hard to
define the beauty of this trek. The trek is going to be a little
strenuous, but the view of the Nandakot (6860 m) and Nandabhnar (6236 m)
from the Kafni glacier is worth all the ache and bruises.
If you are planning for a trek to Kafni glacier, speak to the
trekkers at Tour My India. You can call us at +91-9212553109 for Kafni
glacier trekking tour packages in Kumaon .
Kafni Glacier Trekking Tour Highlights
- Savour the view of peaks like of peaks like Nandakot (6, 860 m) and Nandabhnar (6, 236 m).
- Experience the thrill of trekking to on of the largest glaciers in the country.
- Make your way through the dense subalpine forest.
Best Time to Visit Kafni Glacier Trek
Mid- March to Mid June & Mid-September to late October
Weather in Kafni Glacier:
Summer (Mid March to Mid June): Best time to go for trekking as the temperature remains mild.
Monsoon (Mid June to Mid September): Roads get slippery, thus, it becomes difficult for trekkers to go for trekking.
Autumn (Mid-September to late October): During this time of the year, trekkers will see lush green landscapes and experience charming weather.
Winter (September to February): Temperature reaches to below zero, thus, there are chances of snowfall.
Where is the Kafni Glacier Trek?
Located in the upper part of Kumaon Himalaya, towards the southeast
side of Nanda Devi, Kafni is a small glacier, which is the source of
water for Kafni River, a tributary of the Pindar River. Kafni is
situated left of Pindar Valley, beneath the famous peak of Nandkot. From
Kafni glacier, one can enjoy the view of peaks like Nandakot (6, 860 m)
and Nandabhnar (6, 236 m).
How to Reach Kafni Glacier Trek?
Airport: Pantnagar Airport is the nearest airport to reach Bageshwar, the base camp of the trek.
Railways: Kathgodam Railway Station, 157 from Bageshwar, is the closest railway station.
Road: Buses and taxis are easily available from all the neighboring cities to reach Bageshwar.
