Adi Kailash Trek
Overview
The Adi Kailash Trek is a popular trekking route in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, near the border with Tibet. This trek takes you to the sacred Adi Kailash mountain, which resembles the famous Mount Kailash in Tibet and is considered holy by Hindus. The trek offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas and takes you through remote and beautiful landscapes.
Detailed Itinerary
- Start your journey from Haridwar and drive to Dharchula, which is the base for the Adi Kailash trek.
- The drive takes approximately 10-12 hours, so it's a long journey.
- You'll pass through beautiful towns like Pithoragarh along the way.
- Upon reaching Dharchula, check into a guesthouse or hotel for the night.
- After an early breakfast, begin your trek from Dharchula.
- The trek to Lamari is relatively easy and takes about 5-6 hours.
- You'll walk through picturesque villages and lush forests.
- Camp for the night at Lamari, near the river.
- Continue your trek to Sirkha.
- The trail offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.
- The trek to Sirkha takes about 5-6 hours.
- Camp for the night at Sirkha.
- Trek from Sirkha to Gala, which is another scenic location.
- This part of the trail is more challenging and will take about 6-7 hours.
- The terrain becomes steeper as you gain elevation.
- Set up your camp at Gala for the night.
- Trek to Budhi, a crucial point in the Adi Kailash trek.
- The trek is challenging, and you'll gain significant altitude.
- It takes about 6-7 hours to reach Budhi.
- Camp at Budhi for the night.
- This day is for acclimatization and rest.
- Explore the surroundings and enjoy the breathtaking views.
- Rest well to prepare for the challenging days ahead.
- Resume your trek and head to Kuti, which is an important stop.
- The trek is demanding and takes about 6-7 hours.
- Kuti is a small settlement with a beautiful monastery.
- Camp for the night in Kuti.
- Trek from Kuti to Gunji, another picturesque location.
- The trek is moderate and takes about 5-6 hours.
- Gunji is a village located at a higher altitude.
- Camp for the night in Gunji.
- Start early in the morning and trek to Adi Kailash.
- This is the highlight of the trek, and the route is challenging.
- It takes about 8-9 hours to reach Adi Kailash.
- Adi Kailash is a sacred mountain, and you'll visit the temple.
- Camp for the night at Adi Kailash.
- Trek back to Gala, retracing your steps.
- The trek is relatively easier as you descend.
- It takes about 5-6 hours to reach Gala.
- Camp for the night in Gala.
- Trek back to Gala, retracing your steps.
- The trek is relatively easier as you descend.
- It takes about 5-6 hours to reach Gala.
- Camp for the night in Gala.
- Descend to Sirkha, enjoying the familiar trail.
- The trek takes about 5-6 hours.
- Camp for the night in Sirkha.
- Trek back to Dharchula, the starting point.
- This part of the trek takes about 5-6 hours.
- Rest in Dharchula for the night.
- Drive back to Haridwar from Dharchula.
- Your Adi Kailash trek concludes in Haridwar.
Included/Exclude
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner
- Vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per mentioned itinerary
- All tolls, parking charges and driver allowance
- All Taxes
- Neat, clean, hygienic accommodation on or Double Sharing as per your preferences
- Any specific component not mentioned in inclusions
- Meals unless mentioned in inclusions
- Expenses of Personal Nature
- Camera Fees or monument fees
- Travel Insurance
- Good & Service tax (Gst)
- Helicopter ticket for Kedarnath/horse/Doli/Palki
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