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Kuari Pass Trek — Uttarakhand
Moderate Treks

Kuari Pass Trek

Karchi, Joshimath, Uttarakhand

Duration

6 Days / 5 Nights

Difficulty

Moderate

Max altitude

3,650 m (11,975 ft)

Best season

December to March (snow) & April to November

Distance

~22 km round trip from Karchi

Guest rating

5 / 5

Region

Uttarakhand

Overview

The Kuari Pass trek in Uttarakhand's Garhwal Himalayas offers stunning views of peaks like Nanda Devi, Dronagiri and Chaukhamba. The trail showcases local Garhwali culture through traditional villages and diverse landscapes.

Trek highlights

  • Views of Nanda Devi, Hathi Ghori and Dronagiri peaks
  • Snow-dusted meadows and forests in winter
  • Wildlife spotting — Himalayan monals and musk deer
  • Camping under the stars

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Rishikesh to Karchi Village (260 km, 8–9 hours drive).

  2. Day 2

    Karchi to Akhorgheeta (9 km, 6–7 hours, 2,800 m).

  3. Day 3

    Akhorgheeta to Khullara (8 km, 5–6 hours, 3,350 m).

  4. Day 4

    Khullara to Kuari Pass and return (12 km round trip, 7–8 hours, 3,650 m).

  5. Day 5

    Khullara to Karchi Village (11 km, 6–7 hours descent).

  6. Day 6

    Karchi Village to Rishikesh (260 km, 8–9 hours drive).

What's included

  • Vegetarian meals during the trek
  • Experienced, certified trek guide
  • Camping gear — tents, sleeping bags & mats
  • First-aid kit on every departure
  • Evening bonfire
  • Crampons for snow sections
  • Round-trip transportation (Rishikesh option)

Not included

  • GST (5% additional)
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Costs arising from natural calamities
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

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