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Kalindikhal Trek is an extremely challenging expedition-style traverse of the Kalindikhal Pass (5967m) in spectacular Garhwal Himalayas. The route involves a trek over rough glaciers, rocky screens and crevassed snowfields. At times we need to roped up and require the use of ice axes and crampons. Kalindi khal trek takes you half way round Garhwal from the Bhagirathi Valley to the Alaknanda Valley. Although prior climbing experience is not required, this trip is one of our most demanding treks suited to only those who want to join a reconnaissance style expedition.
The trek starts from Gangotri and takes you through Nandavan, the base of the Bhagirathi peaks, a place that offers an unparalled view of the Shivling peak. After gaining suitable acclimatization we ascend to Vasukital Lake, a stunning place to camp surrounded by towering snow-covered peaks. From here we climb on to Sweta Glacier and begin the challenging crossing of the Kalindikhal Pass. A tough climb from where you feel that there is little else left to be see. It is as if you are a part of this majestic setting of snow peaks. The trail then descends to Arwatal and to Mana the last village on the Chinese frontier. The trek fittingly ends at Badrinath with a visit to the holy temple and then travel via Rishikesh to Delhi.
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| Best time for Kalindi khal Trek : June End to Early September |
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Important Information Kalindikhal Trek
Route: Gangotri (3048 mts) - Bhojwassa (3729 mts) - Tapovan (4460 mts) - Nandanvan (4337 mts) - Vasukital (4880 mts) Khara Pathar (5480 mts) Sweta Glacier (5520 mts) - Kalindi Base (5570 mts) - Kalindikhal (5970 mts) Raj Parao (4920 mts) - Arwatal (3920 mts) - Ghastoli (3800 mts) Mana - Badrinath (3133 mts)
N.B:
1: The best time for this trek is Mid June to End of August
2: The inner line permit is a must for touring in this region.
3: Permit will issue from District Forest Officer (DFO) Uttarkashi & District Magistrate (DM) Uttarkashi.
4: The copy of the permit, list of the trekkers and guide, cook & porters and the photos should reach not only to the District Administration of Chamoli (DM of the district and SDM of Joshimath) but also to the In Charge of the ITBP camp at Ghastoli as after Gangotri that is the only human settlement.
5: All Trekkers, Guide, Porters, Cook & helper also go through medical test
.6: All trekkers, Guide, Porters, Cook & helper must be insured
7: Satellite Phone is must for this trek
8: All Trekkers, Guide, Porters, Cook & helper must be well equipped with the adventure gear like tents, sleeping bag, snow shoes, gloves, rain proof jacket etc
9: Always carry your Identity card along with you
10: Always use registered organisation for this trek |
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