Raftaar Adventure

KEDARKANTHA TREK

"When everything feels like

an uphill struggle,
Just think of the view
from the top"

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 Description

Location: Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand.

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights.

Maximum Altitude: 3800M / 12500 Ft.

Grade: Easy to Moderate.
Basecamp: Sankri, Uttarkashi.

Why you'll love it

Snow Marvelous Photogenic

Trekking Sunrise Location

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 About Kedarkantha Trek

The climb to the peak of Kedarkantha starts from a small village

called as Sankri. There are a total of 13 peaks of the Himalayan
range visible from the Kedarkantha peak. The experience of the
summit climb is very special and stays with you for a long time.
There is a lake called Juda-ka-talab, the locals say that once upon
a time Lord Shiva meditated at Kedarkantha. Its name implies so
from the droplet fallen from Shiva's hair to form this lake named
as Juda-ka-talab. It usually takes 4 days to complete the climb of
Kedarkantha peak.

Why Kedarkantha Trek is famous?

One of the most popular winter treks in Uttarakhand,

Kedarkantha Trek is a trekker’s delight and rookie’s rite of passage
due to its relative ease. Covered in sparkling snow during winters,
this trek offers breathtaking view of the majestic Himalayan peaks.
It also offers trekkers a unique opportunity to experience the life
in the remotest of villages in dead winter! Kedarkantha trek gives
you the unsurpassed beauty, magnificent views of charming
villages, meadows, snow paths, dramatic landscape dotted with
lovely lakes, mountains, tranquil rivers and the great Himalayan
peaks.

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 Short Itinerary

Day 1:
Dehradun to Sankri; 2000M, 9 hours Drive.

Day 2:
Sankri(2000M) to Shepherd Camp(2900M);
3-4 hours.

Day 3:
Shepherd Camp(2900 M) to Base camp-
Kedarkantha(3400M), 5 hours.

Day 4:
Base camp-Kedarkantha Peak(3800 M) to
Juda Ka Talab, 2-3 hours.

Day 5:
Juda Ka Talab to Sankri to Dehradun; 2
hours Trek, 8 hours Drive.

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 Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Dehradun to Sankri

The Journey will start at 7.00 am from Dehradun
Railway Station to Sankri and it will take around 9 hrs.
We will drive via Dehradun & Mussoorie, alongside
the Yamuna and also passes by beautiful pine
forests. At Sankri, we will explore the scenic hamlet to
prepare for the trek. Over night stay at Sankri.

Day 2: Sankri to Shepherd Camp

After having breakfast, we will set out on a moderate
hike which, for the most part, goes through the
forest. We will walk to Saur Village and then climb up
till we reach a small pond, Juda Ka Talab, which is
frozen during winters. One more hour of hiking will
take us to the meadows where we will camp
overnight, in tents.

Day 3: Shepherd camp to Kedarkantha

Kedarkantha base becomes our destination for the
day and we start for it post breakfast. Our
destiantion is even more impressive. Imagine a vast
open, snow fields, the size of two football fields, a
stream running by and misty mountains. We will
stay overnight in tents.

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 Day 4: Base Camp (Kedarkantha)- Juda
Ka Talab
The distance to the summit is not long but the
climb is steep and depending upon the snow
conditions then, we will pick the best route- and it
will take about 2-3 hrs. As for the view from the top
- you will be able to see all the mountains of the
Yumnotri, Gangotri and the Kinner Kailash range,
plus the valleys.

Day 5: Juda Ka Talab- Sankri- Dehradun

We have a short trek and drive straight to Dehradun.
You will reach Dehradun at 9.00 pm. The glorious
trip ends here.

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 Trek Essentials

Basic Essentials

Original ID Card.
Personal Medical Kit.
Torch (With extra batteries).
Couple of water bottles.
Hiking Shoes (Should be water proof and ankle
support).
Glucose, Chocolates, Biscuits and Nuts.
Back Pack & Rain Cover (50-60 liter).
Day Pack & Rain Cover (20-30 liter), if you hire
mule or porter.

Clothing Essentials

Trek Pants-2 Nos.(Aviod Jeans,Shorts,Capri,Fitting, Denims).

T-Shirts-4 Nos. (2 Full Sleeves, 2 Half Sleeves).
Sweater-2 Nos. (1 Fleece, 1 Woolen).
Jacket-2Nos. (1 Fleece, 1 Down feather).
Thermal Wear-1 Nos.
Gloves-2 Nos. (1 Woolen, 1 Waterproof).
Socks-5 Nos. (3 Cotton, 2 Woolen).
Warm Inner wears.

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 Rain Coat / Poncho-1 Nos.
Handkerchief / Towels- 1Nos.
Slippers-1 Nos.

Protect Your Head

Balaclava- 1 Nos.
Caps- 2 Nos. (1 Sun Cap, 1 Woolen Cap).
UV Sunglasses.

Personal Utilities

Sunscreen Cream.
Body Lotion.
Lip Balm.
Sanitizer.
Cameras.
Toilet Paper & Wipes.
Tooth Brush & Paste.
Quick Dry Towel.
Books (If you like reading).
Music Instruments (Guitar, Flute).

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 Why us?

We Raftaar Adventure are the leading adventure trips provi-

der company of India, A huge team to serve you in the moun-
tains, A knowledgeable and well experienced local guides are
there to help you with the directions and make you feel
comfortable with the surroundings. Our local knowledge and
Himalayan experiences ensures that we are the real people
who are operating trips in the Himalayan destinations and
also known about India and its reality.

You are very safe with us

We Raftaar Adventure meticulously tag along safety manag-

ement procedures and guidelines. Our leaders are well train-
ed. We have a skilled team of Outdoors Instructors lead by
mountaineer equivalence and unvarying enhancement of
skills and each guide is hand-picked for attitude & love for the
mountains as much as for absolute trekking excellence. The
porters along with one guide travel in front of the pack to
ensure that the trail is clear and to set up the camp site in
advance.

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 We use High Quality Equipments

We use tents that are water resistance, waterproof

Tents and validated in the laboratory test mission. Area
under roof breathable polyester double prevents
water droplets resulting from condensation, which
is deposited on the inner face of the double roof.
The ventilation element in the spare one and two
ventilation parts on both sides of the entry to limit
condensation and air fresheners.

This sleeping bag is comfortable in temperature-5

degree celcius / Limit temperature 11 degree
celcius & can be twisted to sleep 2 people. Link a Sleeping Bags
right zip bag to a leg zip bag. Inner fabric: 100%
polyamide. Outer fabric: 100% polyester insert:
100% polyamide and wadding: 100% polyester.
The minimum temperature at which a user feels
comfortable overall-neither hot nor cold-while
huddled up in the sleeping bag(as determined for
an average male user under normal conditions of
use).

Crampons A crampon is a traction device that is attached to

footwear to improve mobility on snow and ice
during ice climbing. Not only are crampons used
during ice climbing, but they are also used for
secure travel on snow and ice, such as crossing
glaciers, snowfields and ice fields, ascending snow
slopes, and scaling ice-covered rock.
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This is very important thing to have hiking pole
during trek. It give a support to hiker all along trek
Hiking Pole
with comfort. This high quality pole is made of
durable light weight aluminum-Poles extend from
25.5 to 53 inch (approximately). Pole contain anti-
shock springs for giving surfaces, rubber foot for
flat surfaces and optional snow disk for use on
soger ground coverings.

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 Frequently Asked Questions

1.What is the fitness level required for the Kedarkantha Trek and
how hard is the trek?
This trek is easy to moderate and meant for everyone, right from fit /
adventurous to seasoned hikers.

2.Which is the best time for Kedarkantha Trek?

December to April.

3.When to Book this Trek?

Its is advisable to book this trek before 15 days.

4.What is the maximum altitude point of Kedarkantha Trek?

Kedarkantha Peak - 3800m.

5.How to reach Dehradun?

Dehradun is around 250km from Delhi by road. So many trains are well
connected to Dehradun and as well Haridwar, which is 50km away from
Dehradun. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport.

6.Which transport you provide from Delhi to Sankri & Return?

Tempo Traveller / Tata Sumo / Bolero.

7.What will be the day time and night temperature?

During day time the temperature will be around 8 to 12 degree and during
night it will fall down to -5 degree.

8.Are trekking shoes are mandatory?

Trekking shoes are not mandatory but, it will make the trek comfortable. Take
a shoe with a good grip and high ankle support. It would better if the shoes
are waterproof.
9. Are there any provisions for taking bath?
There is bath facility at only our base camp Sankri.

10.What is the size of trekking group?

20 to 30 people.

11.How many guides are there in one group?

2 guides.

12.Are accommodation for men and women separate?

Yes, men and women will not be sharing tents, unless they want.

13.What kind of food you provide during the trek?

We provide food for 4 times in a day i.e. Breakfast, Lunch, Evening snacks
and Dinner.

14.Do you provide toilet tents?

Yes, we do provide toilet tents.
 Cost of the Trip

Per Person
Rs. 8500 Plus 5% GST
(Service Tax)

Inclusion

1. Accommodation (Guest house, Home stay)

2. Meals while on trek (Veg. + Egg).
3. All necessary entry fees and permits.
4. First aid medical kits and oxygen cylinder.
5. Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide, cook and
support staff.
6. Porters / mules to carry central equipment.

Exclusion

1. Any kind of personal expenses.

2. Food during the transit.
3. Insurance.
4. Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
5. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head Price
Includes.
6. Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.

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 Terms & Conditions

1. Full payment to be made in advance at the time of booking the trek.

2. Last Date of booking will be closed before 7 days prior.
3. Team RAFTAAR ADVENTURE has right to change the itinerary and
schedule without any notice.
4. Payment to be made by Bank Transfer/Cheque/DD in favor of
RAFTAAR ADVENTURE.
5. Payment for this trip will not be adjusted against any future trips.

Cancellation Policy

1. Before 30 days: 90% of total Land Package Cost is refundable.

2. Between 21-30 days: 75% of total Land Package Cost is refundable.
3. Between 11-20 days: 50% of total Land Package Cost is refundable.
4. Less than 10 days: No refund.

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