Valley of flowers and Hemkund Sahib Trek

Overview

Har ki Dun trek is popular among nature enthusiasts for its exquisite beauty and immersive scenic landscape. The Har ki Dun valley is a paradise since entered from Taluka village. Situated in a cradle shaped hanging valley, it is admired for its prettiest campsite at the bank of ‘supin’ river. The stunning landscape full of small streams and the majestic view of Swargarohini, Banderpunch, Kalanag and many more peaks puts it high in the must visit Bucket list.

Admired as one of the best places to visit in uttarakhand, the moderate hike is a trekkers delight for faster accessibility to the rich endemic mix of flora and fauna. Har ki Dun trek is a part of Govind wildlife sanctuary and thus, encompassing the endangered wildlife. Hikers always have the opportunity to look out for fishing cat, musk deer, serow, himlayan tahr and sambar while it is overwhelming for the bird watchers to have the sight of monal, snow pigeon, green pigeon.

Mythologically, Har ki Dun is ‘valley of Gods’ from where Pandavas post Mahabharat ascended to the heaven via Swargarohini. It is an easy to moderate trek nestled up in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand and is located at an altitude of 3566m.

Har ki dun trek is draped in snow from November to April which makes it one of the best winter trek in India. It is also the best time to visit Har ki Doon trek. The local culture is a rich cultural heritage of the mountain people. The spellbound trail takes you to some of the unspoken and hidden villages of uttarakhand. The trek starts from Taluka village and passes through Gangaad, Osla and Seema. Intermingling with locals is always a wonderful experience and a lifetime memory.

Seasonal conditions:

Autumn trek:

Har ki dun trek in September/ October/ November

Har ki dun in the garhwal Himalayas is a must visit for avid trekkers and nature enthusiast during autumn. Cradle shaped valley situated at the border of uttarakhand and himachal pardesh is the widely recommended for landscape draped in snow along with abundant nature. Temperatures ranges from 10 degree Celsius in the day to -5 at night inside the valley. Retreating monsoon keeps weather condition dry assuring the clear nights for star gazers. It is also said as the best time visit the har ki dun trek.

Winter trek:

Har ki dun trek in December/ January/ February

It is admired as one of the best winter treks along with the closest kedarkantha trek. Rich vegetation thoroughly covered with the snow blanket during this season is very rewarding. Enjoying the scenic vistas at sub zero temperature is what persuades travelers for the perfect getaway. To keep yourself warm in the extreme cold, don’t forget to keep sufficient winter wear. Water availability is quite well throughout the trek. drink more to stay hydrated and prevent acute mountain sickness.

Spring trek:

Har ki dun trek in March/ April/ May

Dry period offers clear weather, predictability and lush green landscape. The snow capped mountain exhibits the majestic view throughout the trek. it is swargarohini peak which your eyes will behold. Temperature is conducive to hassle free hiking. It stays somewhere between 5 to 15 degree Celsius. Along the har ki dun trek there is ample water availability.

Almost no rainfall and good temperature is favorable for the trekkers who want to hike conveniently without weather complexities. Nature is abundant everywhere. Sublime water streams flows soft. No need to be anxious about drinking water availability.

Har Ki Dun Trek Map

Brief Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival at Sankri (197km drive from Dehradun).

Day 2
Sankri - Taluka (12km drive) - Puani Gharaat (13km trek).

Day 3
Puani Gharaat - kalkatiya Dhar (8km trek).

Day 4
Kalkatiya Dhar - Har ki Dun (6km trek).

Day 5
Har ki Dun - Maninda Tal (optional 3km trek) - Puani Gharaat (14km trek).

Day 6
Puani Gharaat - Taluka (13km trek) - Sankri (12km drive).

Day 7
Departure.

Trek Maps

Trek Cost

Rs. 9,600 per person and GST 5%

Inclusions-

 experienced trek staff: trek leader, support staff(cook, helper, paramedic)

 accommodation: hotel, homestay, guest house, tent

 all meals during trek

 trekking equipments: all tents(including kitchen, dining & toilet tent), sleeping bags, mattress, fleece inners, crampons, utensils

 charges: permit fee, forest camping charges

 medical kit: medicines, oxygen cylinder, first aid

 mules/ porters

Exclusions-

 Transport upto Sankri and back from Sankri

 Rucksack offloading charges for the trek

Note:

 We can also provide you transport from nearest airport/rail head/ city at a cost ranging from 4000rs to 6000rs. Depending upon the distance to base camp, the price is applicable for 8 persons. If you wish to negotiate yourself, we can also provide you the contacts of cab service providers.

 Offloading charges are 300/bag for one day on informing 7 days before the commencement of the trek, thereafter, 350/ bag for one day.

 In case of illness/ sickness/ injury, the trekker will be escorted back to base camp by the support staff.

Detailed Itinerary

How to reach Har ki dun / Har ki Doon

Trek services start from - Sankri

Rail head - Dehradun/ Haridwar

Air head - Jolly Grant in Dehradun

Inter state Bus terminal - Dehradun

Using Taxi :

From any of the stop as per request, we can arrange a pick and drop from Dehradun/Haridwar to basecamp. Cost will be shared by the travellers on equal basis. The fare is approximately 4500 rs. for sumo/bolero/max one way which can accommodate upto 8 people. While a Tempo traveler is a better choice for upto 14 people at cost of approximately 8000 rs. from Dehradun and 10000 rs. approximately from Haridwar. It is not the part of trek fee and to be paid directly to the taxi operator. We can also forward you the contacts of operators to negotiate yourself.

Note :

There may be surge in above mentioned prices at the time of Char Dham Yatra season.

Using public transport :

From the Mussoorie bus stand on Gandhi road near railway station of Dehradun, you can take Uttarakhand transport buses to Sankri. Roughly 200 kms journey will take 7-8 hrs. Buses are available as early at 5:30 AM. It is low on pocket at 300 rs per person.

How to reach Dehradun :

For the treks in Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag and Chamoli district, Dehardun/ Haridwar is closest city for road, rail and air connectivity. It includes Kedarknatha, Har ki Dun, Dayara Bugyal, Dodital, Tapovan, Kedartal, Panwali Kantha, Tungnath and Valley of Flowers trek. Public transport and taxis are available easily from here.
Dehradun is connected to all other cities of the country through these modes:

Dehradun is connected to all other cities of the country through these modes:

Train from	Train name	Train no.
Delhi	Dli Ddn Special	04053
Madurai Jn	Dehradun Express	12687
Allahabad Jn	Ald Ddn Link Express	14113
Amritsar Jn	Asr Ddn Express	14632
New Delhi	Nanda Devi Express	12205
New Delhi	Ddn Jan Shatabdi	12055
Bandra Terminus	Dehradun Express	19019
Kathgodam	Kgm Ddn Express	14119
Howrah Jn	Doon Express	13009
Indore Jn	Ind Ddn Express	14317

ISBT Dehradun is connected to Delhi and other cities. You can find bus scheduled throughout the day or visit www.utconline.com to book tickets.