🏔 Altitude: 3,810 m / 12,500 ft
⏳ Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
🥾 Trek Difficulty: Easy – Moderate
🗺 Route: Dehradun → Dehradun

About the Trek

Kedarkantha, located in the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary, Uttarakhand, is one of India’s most loved beginner-friendly Himalayan treks. Famous as the “Queen of Winter Treks,” it offers panoramic views of snow-capped peaks like Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, and Yamunotri. The trek begins at Sankri village and passes through lush forests, serene alpine lakes, and vibrant meadows before culminating at the Kedarkantha summit (12,500 ft). Rich in mythology, the region is associated with Lord Shiva and the Mahabharata, adding a spiritual dimension to your adventure.

Trek Highlights

❄ Snow Adventures: Winter trekking with snow-covered trails and pristine alpine landscapes.
🌸 Summer Blooms: Lush meadows and wildflowers in warmer months.
🏔 Himalayan Views: Panoramic vistas of Kedarkantha, Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, and Yamunotri peaks.
🌲 Forest Trails: Walks through cedar, oak, and pine forests.
👣 Easy-Moderate Trek: Perfect for beginners, families, and first-time trekkers.
🏕 Scenic Campsites: Stay at Juda Ka Talab and Kedarkantha Base Camp amidst tranquil natural beauty.

Price Includes ✅

• Accommodation

• Meals

• Experienced Guide

• Sightseeing

• Permits

• Transportation

• Supportive Team

• Add-On: Unique Himalayan experiences✨

Price Excludes ❌

• Anything not mentioned in inclusion list

• Meals during transportation

• Unscheduled or extended stay due to roadblocks/landslides

• Porter/Mule charges (personal), backpack offloading charges

• Trekking gears/equipment

Trek Itinerary

Day 1: Dehradun → Sankri
Start your journey early from Dehradun at 7:00 AM. Enjoy a scenic 220 km drive (approx. 10 hours) passing Mussoorie, Mori, and Naitwar, along the Yamuna and Tons rivers. Enter Govind National Park and reach Sankri, a quaint Himalayan village that serves as the starting point for several iconic treks. Explore the village, enjoy dinner, and stay overnight at a comfortable hotel.

Day 2: Sankri → Juda Ka Talab (6,400 → 9,100 ft, 4 km)

Trek through dense pine and maple forests, crossing small streams and wooden bridges. Stop at forest clearings for rest and panoramic views of Swargarohini peaks. Reach Juda Ka Talab, a serene alpine lake surrounded by forests and snow-covered meadows. Set up camp, enjoy a bonfire, and stargaze in the clear mountain sky.

Day 3: Juda Ka Talab → Kedarkantha Base Camp (9,100 → 11,500 ft, 4 km)
Start early to enjoy the sunrise over the Himalayan peaks. Trek through cedar, oak, and maple forests, then emerge into open alpine meadows with breathtaking vistas. Arrive at Kedarkantha Base Camp and relax in tents while soaking in the spectacular surroundings.

Day 4: Kedarkantha Base Camp → Kedarkantha Summit → Juda Ka Talab (12,500 → 9,100 ft, 8 km round trip)
Summit Kedarkantha early in the morning and enjoy panoramic views of the Garhwal Himalayas, including Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, and Yamunotri peaks. Descend carefully to Juda Ka Talab, passing through forests and meadows. Spend the night at camp, enjoying a warm meal and the serene alpine lake.

Day 5: Juda Ka Talab → Sankri → Dehradun (9,100 → 6,400 ft, 4 km trek + 220 km drive)
Descend to Sankri through scenic trails, reflecting on your Himalayan adventure. After lunch in Sankri, drive back to Dehradun (approx. 10 hours), retracing the stunning landscapes you passed earlier. Arrive in Dehradun in the evening with unforgettable memories of Kedarkantha.