Bageshwar-sunderdhunga-pindari-kafni Glacier Trek

36 km from kausani, at the confluence of the rivers Gomti and Saryu lays this religious town of Bageshwar. An important pilgrims centre of the Kumaon Himalayas, Bageshwar is adorned by temples and places of worship and is often equated, by pilgrims, with Varanasi in its divinity and religion. From Bageshwar to Song is a 40 Km motorable road and from Song and there is a trek of 14 km to Dhakuri, 8km trek to khati and 7km trek to jatoli from where the route diverges to Sunderdhunga Pindari and Kafni.

Panch Kedar Trek

Panch Kedar are the five different forms of the Hindu God Shivas, and are known as Kedarnath (3584m); Madmaheshwar (3289 m); Tungnath (3810 m); Rudranath (2134 m). The mountains cape from each temple is fascinating, the valley full of rich fauna & flora and the people hospitals.

Kedarnath - Vasuki Tal Trek

The trek starts from Gaurikumd, Where one can have a refreshing bath in the hot water sulphur springs. The trek from Gaurikund to Rambara winds along the river Mandakini forest and across beautiful waterfalls. The trek from Kedarnath to Vasuki Tal is a continuous Ascent along a goat track and it offers a panoramic view Of Chaukhamba peaks. The final trek to Vasuki Tal is Downhill for 1 km. At the bottom of this, one can see Rectangular slabs of rocks.
Best Season: May - Sept.

Dodi Tal

Situated at an elevation of 3024 m, north of Uttarkashi and surrounded by dense woods of oak, pine, Deodar and rhododendrons. The crystal clear lake is full of rare fishes and the Himalayan Golden routs. The trek to Dodi Tal condemned from Utarkashi to Kalyani and is Approachable by motor. Kalyani to Agoda is gradual climb through woods, fields and villages on a mule track the trek from Agoda to Dodi Tal is steep and through thick forests.
Best Season: The route is open throughout the year, though in winters it is quite cold.

Gangotri Kedarnath Trek

This trek is along the old pilgrim route from Gangotri to Kedarnath. From Gangotri one has to come down to Mala by motor. The actual trek starts from Mala, after crossing the river Bhagirathi. The trek is on level up to Sauri-ki-gad and from this point the climb to Belak is gradual. From Belak to Budha Kedar, to is downhill through dense forests full of birds and will life. From Budha Kedar to Panwali, it is an uphill climb through terraced fields and picturesque villages. The enchanting view of the Garhwal Himalaya is very refreshing and compensates the efforts of regular ascend and descend. The 'Bugyals' (alpine meadows) on this trek are most beautiful, specially the Kush-Kalyani and the Panwali bugyals.

Gangotri-Gaumukh-Nandavan-Tapovan Trek

This trek combines the experience of mountain climbing, rock climbing, boulder hopping and glacier traversing. The trek is not a very rigorous one and is easily negotiable by non-mountaineers too. It passes through orchards of coniferous pine trees at chir-basa and birch at Bhojasa. From Gaumukh to Nandanvan, one traverses along the Gangotri and Chatturangini glaciers. Pitch a camp at the junction of chatturangini and Bhagirathi gangotri glaciers. From Nandanvan, view the Shivling, Bhagirathi, Sudarshana, the peaks and Kedar Dome. Cross the Gangotri glacier and rocky face before arriving at the lush green meadows of tapovan, surrounded by many named and unnamed peaks of the Garhwal Himalayas.

Kalindikhal Trek

For the most adventurous trekkers, with fundamental knowledge of the mountains, this trek provides a rare experience. The trek takes on from Nandanvan to Vasuki Tal after due acclimatization. There is a gradual ascent of km, thereafter; the trek negotiates Kharapathar at a height of m before camping at Kalindi base (5590m.). Crossing the Kalindi Pass, one treks down to Arwa glacier and Arwatal (3980m) to Badrinath via Ghastoli with two main rivers crossing on the way.

Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Trek

Surrounded by the river Pushpavati and small streams, at an elevation ranging between 3000 to 4000 m the Valley is nearly l0 km in length and 2 km in width. The trek starts from Govindghat (19 km), on the way to Badrinath, having two major gradients, one initially from alaknanda suspension bridge of Govindghat to Pulana villages for 3 km and the other from Bhundar to Ghangharia. After trekking 3 km from Ghangharia, a bifurcation point is reached. The routes are well marked here.

Khatling Sahasratal Masartal Trek

The Khatlintg glacier is a lateral glacier, at the source of river Bhilangana. Sahasratal and Masartal are on the west and east of it. The valley of Bhilangana affords a panoramic view of snow-capped peaks and hanging glaciers, viz. Jogin group, Kirti stambh and Meru are sublime and magnificent. The whole trek passes through thick forests and beautiful lush green meadows. In the rainy season, the meadows burst with splendid flowers. Trekkers will have to cross scores of small streams on improvised log bridges on this route.

Har- Ki- Doon Trek

At an elevation of 3566 m sparkling peaks and dense forests surround it. The forests are rich in wildlife and are veritable paradise for birdwatchers and nature lovers. The trek from: Betwar to Olsa is through dense forests of chestnuts, walnuts, willows and chinarts. The trek from Osla to Har- Ki- Doon is through terraced mountain fields, lush green grassy land and conifer forests.
Best Season: The rainy season is ideal for this ideal for this trek.

Roopkund Trek

Situated at a height of 5029 m in the lap of Trisul Massif. This area is usually called the 'Mystery Lake' since human skeletons and remains of horses from the Paleolithic age were found here. The lake is surrounded by rock-strewn glaciers and snow clad peaks. The starting point of the trek is Tharali, easily approached by motor from Rishikesh. Roopkund can also can also be reached from Ghat, connected by a motorable; road with Nandpryag situated on the main highway to Badrinath. The route passes through lush green grassy land and conifer forests clinging onto the slopes of hills. The trek thereafter winds its way along the Pindar River. Then to round off this trek, one can approach Homekund via Shail Samudra glacier and then move on to ghat or Nandprayag. For the round trek, services of a guide are advisable.

Rishikesh-Pauri- Binsar Trek

The trek starts from Thalisain via Pauri, an enchanting hill station presenting a panoramic view of the Garhwal Himalaya snowy peaks, and on a clear day the sunset view is worth seeing from Kandolia, 5 km from Rishikesh, and Kotdwar (way to Pauri), from Thalisain the trek trails through a very rich forest of deodar, silver, fir, and oak & wildlife. Best Season: Winter when it is not difficult with its ascents and descents, the trek is full of life and the trekkers will enjoy the scenic beauty throughout.

Mussoorie - Nagtibba Trek

At the foothill of the Garhwal Himalaya rages, north east of Mussoorie, Nagtibba is at an altitude of 3048 m. The trek starts from Dhanaulti on a forest track up to Morina Dhar. This place is situated on a saddle and at sunrise it is a beautiful sight to watch the sun peeping from behind the mountains. From Morina Dhar the trek is o n a ridge, most of the time parallel to the Garhwal Himalaya ranges from Swaragaronini to Nandandevi. This part of the trek is very rich is flora and fauna. Only a few villages come reroute and even those are abandoned during winter months. From Nagtibba to Nainbagh is a downhill trek to the picturesque village of Panthwari, (motorable too) gay with life and presenting the culture of Jaunpur.

Kalsi- Lakhamandal Trek

Cultural and historical treks in the Jaunsar -Babar region at the foothills of the Garhwal Himalaya, between the rivers Yamuna and the Tons. This trek has great historical importance, for at Kalsi there is a rock edict of the Ashoka period in Pali script. At Birat Khoi is a fort, which according to the legendary epic, Mahabharat, belonged to Maharaja Birat. At Lakhamandal also there is an ancient palace of the Kauravas. It is now in ruins but is believed to have been made of lack for the Pandavas.

Kuari Pass Trek

The pass (khall) is approached through a narrow goat track at an elevation of 4265 m in the heart of Chamoli District on the northeastern part of Garhwal. The glorious view of the imposing eastern peaks of the Garhwal Himalayas is unforgettably enchanting. They appear so close with their grand glittering snowcaps that on feel like almost touching them. Of the weather is clear then the peaks visible from Kuari Pass are Nandan Devi, Dunagiri Bethartoli, Devathan, etc. the trek - trails are scenic specially around Ramni. Since Lord Curzon Road.