About the trip
A beautiful trek in an unspoilt area of the Kumaon Himalaya. Spectacular views of Nanda Devi (7817m), Nanda Khat (6611m), Nanda Devi East ( 7434m) , Panwali Duar ( 6663m) , Mt. Baljuri(5912m) , Maiktoli (6803m), Nanda Kot (6861m) , Mt. Lamcheer (5700m.) and Laspadhura (5700m) peaks are in store for you.
These majestic peaks form a backdrop of stark rocky mountainside with deep wind blown snow. Glaciers flowing southwards in great sheets of ice are as spectacular as any in the whole Himalayan range and the domain of the endangered snow leopard. This is also the watershed of the many great rivers which irrigate the plains of Northern India.
Hiking during the day and Camping out under the stars b night allows one to admire unspoilt vistas with brilliant sunrises and sunsets. After all, this is what trekking is all about!
Trekking in these mountains gives the traveller an opportunity to experience a varied culture with considerable influence from Nepal and Tibet especially in the higher reaches. Though not so common these days traders still ply the high passes, and one may come across packmen with huge herds of goats and sheep.
While trekking you pass isolated villages spread over grassy meadows and hillsides. Here and there are areas of dense Oak and Rhododendron forest and in places glacial lakes and hot springs. Wildlife is scattered at these altitudes, but you may see Leopard, Goral (Mountain Goat, Musk Deer, Himalayan Black Bear, Hill Fox and Sambar. Close to the snow line Musk Deer, Bharal (Blue Sheep) Monal Pheasants and Snow pigeons are in evidence and occassionaly the rare Snow Leopard.
Note: A detailed packing list will be shared with you once you have signed up for the trip
Duration – 13 days | Trekking days – 10 days | Max Altitude – 3140 mts
Acco - Alpine Camping - 09 Nights | Fixed Camp - 2 Nights | Train - 2 Nights
