Max Altitude
5,807 m
Grade
Difficult
Duration
13 Days - 12 Nights
Trekking KM.
70 Km
Base camp : --
Duration
Max Group Size
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The Gupt Khal Trek begins from Gangotri, one of the four sacred shrines in Hinduism. The trek takes you through dense forests of rhododendron and oak, cascading waterfalls, and scenic meadows like Kedar Kharak, Kedar Tal, and Pachhu Glacier. The trail passes through remote villages like Gangi and Jhala, providing an insight into the local culture and traditions. The trek reaches its climax at the Gupt Khal pass, located at an altitude of 16,800 feet, offering majestic views of the surrounding peaks like Kedarnath, Chaukhamba, and Neelkanth.
Pickup to you from Haridwar via Rishikesh Drive to Joshimath by taxi (296 km) (10/11 Hours) overnight stays Hotel.
Travel for 84 km (3/4 hours) through Niti Village to reach Ghamsali Village, where you can spend the night in a tent or house.
Trekking from the village of Ghamsali to Eri Udiyar (12 km; 5–6 hours) (3880 m). camping for one night.
Trekking takes four to five hours from Eri Udyar to Ratanban Glacier (4200 m). overnight camping.
Trekking (5 km) in 4 to 5 hours from Rataban Glacier to Bankund Lake and day hiking there (4480m). camping for one night.
Bankund Bend is a 0.5-kilometer hike that takes around three and a half hours (4780m). camping for one night.
Trek from Bank Kund bend to Garh camping ground (06 km) (4/5 Hours) (5260 m). Overnight stay camp.
Trekking takes about five to six hours from Garh Camp to Gupt Khal Base Camp (5700m). camping for one night.
Hike from Gupt Khal Base to Gupt Khal Summit (5,804 metres), cross, and then descend to Nakthani Hanging Glaciers Camp (05 km) (5/6 Hours) (5075 metres) and spend the night at camp.
Trek from Nakthani hanging glacier campsite to Shepherd campsite near musa pani (08 km) (5/6 Hours) (4130m) overnight stay camp.
Trek from Shepherd camp / musa pani to mana village (14 km) (6/7 Hours) (3200 m) evening join to Shree Badrinath Aarti darshan –back to the hotel – overnight stay Hotel.
Drive from Early morning Badrinath to Haridwar via Rishikesh (315 km) (11/12 Hours).
When booking a trek, it's important to understand what is included in the package to ensure you have everything you need for your adventure. Here are some common inclusions to look out for:
Hotel, Camps, Resorts
Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners
Public bus, Taxi, Train, Tram, Metro
While it's important to understand what is included in a trip, it's equally important to understand what is not included. Here are some common exclusions to be aware of when booking a trip:
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