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Mighty snow-capped peaks of Nanda Devi, Kalanka, etc. can be spotted. A gorgeous peak near Kauri Pass at the height of ft. the Himalayan Peaks is the Pangarchulla in Uttarakhand. Pangarchulla peak is at ft height above sea level and can have a lot of snow till as late as May. Trek to the top of the forest hut which is almost 1km. From forest hut to tali top forest camp, it will take 3 km to reach the second destination. While trekking you will get to witness some of the scenic views of forests, and mountains embedded with walnut, rhododendron and oak trees.
Once you have covered Gorson Bugyal, it will take 4 hours to reach Auli. The trail will pass through the lush vegetation of apple, orchids, and oak forests. After reaching Auli you will be taken back to Joshimath by a shared cab. Once reached, checkin with the guest house and rest for the day.
We shall trek dense forests of oak and rhododendron to reach Gorson Meadow. On arrival, we will set out our camp, later explore Gorson. To start the Kuari Pass trek we first drive to Dhak village.At this village we will start our trekking adventure to the Kuari Pass. We trek through a hemlock, oak and rhododendron forest for 3km before a short descent to the meadow and campsite at Chitra Kantha .
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We will start at the first light of the morning on fresh snow by 4 am. Prepare yourself for multiple steep and rigid climbs. It is advised to fill your water bottles beforehand. You may be even required to cut snow as you progress, to make a path. You must be extra careful as your foot may dig deep into the snow making it rather.
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Also, we did have adventure treks before, but this was our first Summit Climb. A huge thanks to the team of Moustache Escapes, who gave us all the major heads up for the next 6 days on the trek. Also, their ground team deserves a cannon salute for brilliantly handling the entire summit climb. I'm not a morning person nor my friend, but the summit climb started early at 3AM . Our trek guide explained us later that, apart from UV rays, summit in daylight causes snow to melt and form puddles that can lead to frostbite. Though the climb was hectic and long, we arrived just in time for the watching the sunrise of our lifetime.
- From Lush green farms to dense jungle and then a pristine white snow-covered landscape.
- Highly nutritious Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on all days.
- Thermals –You will only require 1 pair of this in the Winter, Summer is optional.
- We will eat packed lunch, which is going to taste extra delicious after all that hard work.
- These small towns are considered sacred places by devotees where you can feel the divine peace of mind.
- All guide and porter accommodation, meals, drinks, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, local tax during the trek.
The Pangarchulla peak is a beautiful introductory peak. The trek poses just the right amount of challenge and is ideal for hikers who want to get a taste of climbing. The peak is at ft and can have a lot of snow till as late as May. The trail to Pangarchulla Peak has a variety of terrains. The views of peaks like Vasudhara falls, Mana, Mandir, Ghodi, Hathi, Barmal, Lampak Massif, Dronagiri, Nanda-Devi, and Bertholi can leave you feeling modest. And here comes the much-awaited day – SUMMIT DAY. You will start early at 4 AM as the summit needs to be reached before 11 AM.
The Pangarchulla peak trek in December demands the trekker to be fit enough to brave all the odds on the challenging summit day. Regular jogging, cycling, walking, swimming, and squatting will help build the stamina and endurance required. A few gym sessions per week to increase core strength and flexibility will be helpful. An important trick to avoid catching a cold in frigid conditions is to prevent any heat loss from the head at a high altitude.
The participant has to follow the instruction and guidelines set by Discovery Hike and submit the necessary documents to the trek leader at base camps. We will assemble early morning in Dehradun by 7 AM and drive towards Joshimath. We retrace our track today and reach Somtoli, where we will camp for the night. If you are cancelling your trek prior 15 days from your trek date, then we provide you with the FULL REFUND. 15 days before the trek date, 50% refund of the paid amount. All guide and porter accommodation, meals, drinks, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, local tax during the trek.
It was kinda magical scene to watch the clouds changing its colors. From dark to crimson and then to red, then Sun begins to show up from horizon afar. And, once its all daylight, we can clearly witness the magnificent 360-degree view of Garhwal peaks, including Nanda Ghunti and Trishul ranges standing right next to us. It was altogether an experience bot emotional and ethereal at the same time that i'll never forget. Like i said, i'm not a morning person and 3Am is night for me. But, now I'm sure the end result, the final summit view is something worth waking up that early.
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All meals included from Day 1 dinner to Day 6 breakfast. Vegetarian meals will be served throughout the trek. After reaching Dhak village, ride on a shared cab to Joshimath. Treat your eyes with a 360° view of Garhwal peaks including Nanda Ghunti and Trishul ranges right next to you. Start your trek, hiking on the steep ascent into Oak and Rhododendron forest, followed by an open large ridge.
How much does it cost to walk in Amarnath?
Though, there is no entry fee for Amarnath Cave, but if you are availing the services of helipad, it can cost you about INR 3000 per person. Again, as you avail a tour package for this sacred journey, the Amarnath Yatra cost can be about INR 9200 per person.
If any trekker feels problem due to less level of oxygen, he/she should immediately inform the trek leader or decent down to lower campsite for immediate remedy. The situation becomes serious any point of time due to any reason, as due to AMS, Cramps , illness , breathing congestion and need to rescue to trekker. The team leader and trek staff will immediately movalise the resources accompanying the team as well as a team which is standing by at different campsite will help to rescue the trekker.
Cost of accommodation in Huts
This summit trek is the best upgrade to your normal trekking expeditions which started with small Har Ki Dun Trek and easier mountains. The thrill will leave you asking for more, and Pangarchulla has everything to satiate your desire of trekking. Anything less is considered easier than Pangarchulla, anything more is called difficult than Pasngarchulla by the locals. Senior or experienced trekkers relish Pangarchulla is because it meets all requirements of a perfect summit trek.
There are three things about the trek that will stay with you. In the lower altitudes, the trekkers can camp in the grassy meadows comfortably, basking in the beautiful scenery of spring blossoms all around. The days are mostly bright and sunny, perfect for capturing spectacular photographs with the temperature around 15°C. You also need the right kind of equipment for this trek.