Har Ki Dun Trek (Detailed Itinerary)
Day 01: Delhi – Dehradun – Mussoorie
AC train from New Delhi railway station will arrive at Dehradun by
noon. On arrival, you will meet your travel guide, who will transfer you
to the hotel in Mussoorie for an overnight stay. During the drive, you
can enjoy the majestic beauty of Dehradun and Mussoorie.
Day 02: Mussoorie – Sankri (166 kms/ 5-6 hrs)
After breakfast, on the second day, you will drive to Sankri, which
is starting point of our trek. On a journey to Sankri, you will pass
through attractions like Kempty Falls, Purola and Mori. Before embarking
on the trek, ensure that you have enough of bottled drinking water and
energy bars to keep you going. After your arrival in the vicinity, you
will check in a hotel or tourist rest house.
Day 03: Sankri – Taluka (1900 m/6232 ft) 14 kms/4-5 hrs
The day will start with healthy breakfast and then go for a drive to
Taluka, which is 14 km/4-5 hours away from Sankri. During the drive, one
can witness the magical beauty of the surroundings and also enjoy the
stunning views of the towering mountains and dense forest. You will be
transferred to a hotel, once you will arrive at Taluka. Taluka has guest
houses and a few shack shops providing daily provisions to the local
inhabitants. Overnight in tourist rest house/tent.
Day 04: Taluka – Osla (2560 m / 8400 ft) (13 kms/6-7 hrs)
Wake up in the morning, enjoy the breakfast and start your trekking
expedition to the Osla Village, a tiny hamlet on one side of the Rupin
River. Initially, the trail descends, further it will lead to left side
of the valley, which later adjoins the Rupin River. After trekking for
few kilometers, tourists will see the dense forest of Chestnut, Walnut
and Willows trees. Further, the trail will take you to the Gangar
village, and after crossing streams and climbing, you will reach a point
from where they can enjoy the panoramic view of Oslo village. Next
stopover point will be Seema Village, a small town on the opposite side
of Osla village, separated by the swift river. Overnight in tourist rest
house/tent.
Day 05: Osla – Har – Ki Dun (3566 m / 11700 ft) (12 kms/6-7 hrs)
The trekking trail to Har – Ki Dun from Oslo starts from the left
side of the valley and further passes through the fields, followed by a
bridge that crosses the Rupin River. Next stopover point is Kalkatti
Dhar, from where one can enjoy the view of Har Ki Dun valley. Look out
for Kalang (black peak) and Bandarpoonch ranges when you are close to
Kalkatti Dhar. From Kalkatti Dhar, there is an uphill climb to Har KI
Dun valley. After about 6 to 7 hours, finally arrive at Har Ki Dun
valley; overnight stay in Har Ki Dun valley.
Day 06: Har Ki Dun
The sixth day is meant for relaxing. After the healthy breakfast, you
can explore the valley, capture some magnificent views on the camera,
or just chill at the campsite. Also, you can see the rarely found Brahma
Kamal flower around Morinda Lake, a beautiful alpine lake that can be
covered with a short trek from the campsite. If you are still up for
exercise and stiff climbing, you head northeast up the valley 4 km to
the Jaundar glacier. This may require technical skills and it may be
better to walk up just a couple of kilometers there and back. Overnight
in Har Ki Dun campsite.
Day 07: Har Ki Dun – Osla
Return the same way to civilization. Overnight stay in Osla village tourist rest house/ tent.
Day 08: Osla – Taluka (13 kms/3-4 hrs)
The eight-day is the second last day of the trek, covering a distance
of 13 km through steeper terrains and stunning environs with sights of
migratory birds disappearing in the snow-peaked mountains. Overnight
stay at the guest house or hotel in Taluka.
Day 09: Taluka (13 kms/3-4 hrs) – Sankri - Dehradun (215 Kms, 6 hrs) - Delhi
The trek for the last day is relaxing and fun walk through the forest
and on manmade roads. This day is highlighted by a back drive to
Dehradun. Following your arrival in Dehradun; at about 05 pm, the
adventure of the Har Ki Dun trekking comes to an end.
Tour & Services End.
Things to Carry
- Windproof jacket
- Warm and thick Fleece / Full-sleeve
- Woolen sweater
- Thermal inner wear (upper & lower)
- Woolen cap, Woolen gloves
- Woolen socks and regular socks (3-4 pairs)
- Scarf/muffler (optional)
- Comfortable Trekking/Hiking shoes
- Lightweight floaters/sandals/slippers
- Raincoat / Poncho
- Small light weight towel
- Sturdy Water bottle
- Cap / Hat
- Sun glasses
- Walking stick / Trekking pole
- Sunscreen Lotion
- Lip Balm
- Torch / Flashlight (with extra batteries)
- Personal medications
- Personal toiletries
Fixed Departure Dates 2018
| 23 March, 2018 | 06 April, 2018 | 20 April, 2018 |
| 11 May, 2018 | 25 May, 2018 | 01 June, 2018 |
| 15 June, 2018 | 14 September, 2018 | 28 September, 2018 |
| 05 October, 2018 | 19 October, 2018 | 02 November, 2018 |
| 16 November, 2018 | 30 November, 2018 | 07 December, 2018 |
| 14 December, 2018 | 21 December, 2018 | 28 December, 2018 |
