Pindari Glacier

Short Itinerary

1st Day: DRIVE FROM KATHGODAM TO Loharkhet VIA ALMORA (240 Kms, 7-8 HRS)
2nd Day: DRIVE FROM BAGESHWER TO KHARKIYA & TREK TO KHATI VILLAGE VIA KHARKIYA (60 KM, 5 KM. TREK) (2210Mtr.
3rd Day: TREK FROM KHATI TO DWALI (12 KM.) ( 2,575Mtr.)
4th Day: TREK FROM DWALI TO PHURKIYA (5KM.) (3,250Mtr.)
5th Day: TREK FROM PHURKIYA TO ZERO POIN AND BACK TO PHURKIYA BOTH SIDE (14KM.)
6th Day: TREK FROM PHURKIYA TO KHATI (17KM.)
7th Day: TREK FROM KHATI TO KHARKIYA AND Kathgodam Drive (5KM. TREK , DRIVE 240KM. BY JEEP)

Detailed Itinerary

1st Day: DRIVE FROM KATHGODAM TO Loharkhet VIA ALMORA (240 Kms, 7-8 HRS)
We pick you up early in the morning from Kathgodam Railway station and drive from Kathgodam to Bageshwar via almora.Bageshwar is situated at the confluence of river Saryu, Gomati. EexploreBageshwar& Drive for Loharkhet.Overnight in Loharkhet.

2nd Day: DRIVE FROM BAGESHWER TO KHARKIYA & TREK TO KHATI VILLAGE VIA KHARKIYA (60 KM, 5 KM. TREK) (2210Mtr.
We drive from Bageshwer to Kharkiya around 60km. Kharkiya is the last village on the road head. There are a few local dhabas here and you will find basic items for purchase. Trek from kharkiya to Khati village is around 5km. Khati is the largest and last village on the Kafni and Pindari Glacier trek. Khati village is situated on the banks of Pinder River at an altitude of 2210m. Enjoy your stay in Khati Village by interacting with villagers and visiting the Khati Village temple.

3rd Day: TREK FROM KHATI TO DWALI (12 KM.) ( 2,575Mtr.)
We start the trek with a good breakfast in Khati Village. Today’s trek is long but its easy one. The trek from Khati Village to Dwali is picturesque and full of natural beauty. Today’s trek goes along with Pindar River with two wooden bridges to cross. The trail passes through thick forest of Rhododendrons. Overnight stay at Dwali rest house / tents.

4th Day: TREK FROM DWALI TO PHURKIYA (5KM.) (3,250Mtr.)
The 5km trek from Dwali to Phurkia is steep and graded at moderate level. Cross the frozen stream and see the dwindling of forest as you climb. Phurkiya is the last place en route Pindari. There is beautiful
waterfall just before Phurkia where you can rest for a while. Phurkia is a picturesque place blessed with natural beauteousness. Overnight stay at Phurkiya rest house / tent.

5th Day: TREK FROM PHURKIYA TO ZERO POIN AND BACK TO PHURKIYA BOTH SIDE (14KM.)
Trek from Phurkia to Zero Point of Pindari Glacier is visually captivating as it offers spectacular view of the mighty Himalayan range. Start early if you want to spend more time at the Zero Point. The mouth of the Pindari Glacier is named as Zero Point and it situated at an astounding elevation of 3,660mts above sea level. One kilometre before the Zero Point you will see a Baba ji’s house who serves tea to the people who makes it upto there. Trekking further from Zero Point on Pindari Glacier requires special equipments and experience. After exploring the beauty of Pindari Glacier trek back to Phurkia. Overnight stay in Phurkia.

6th Day: TREK FROM PHURKIYA TO KHATI (17KM.)
After successfully reaching Pindari Glacier, it is time to head back. Take the trail back to Khati via Dwali. The descent from Phurkiya to Dwali can be done swiftly in 1 – 2 hours. From Dwali to Khati, follow the same route, It takes around 4 – 5 hours to complete this stretch. Stay in Tents/Guest House

7th Day: TREK FROM KHATI TO KHARKIYA AND Kathgodam Drive (5KM. TREK , DRIVE 240KM. BY JEEP)
Trek from Khati to Kharkiya and reach the road-head. Board pre-arranged jeeps for a drop to Bageshwar.Today Jeep will be waiting to drive you Kathgodam with treasured memories of the Pindari Glacier Trek. Start early in the morning if you plan on reaching Kathgodam by evening.

Inclusive / Exclusion

Inclusions
• Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping).
• All Meals while on trek & transits (Veg.) (Egg).
• Trek equipments.
• Permits.
• First aid medical kit.
• Qualified & experienced trek Leader, Guide and Support staff.
• All transportation during the trek program.
Exclusion
• Any kind of personal expenses.
• Insurance.
• Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
• Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Price Includes”.

Cancellation Policy:

Up to 30 Days :- 90% of Trek/adventure program cost will be refund.
Between 21 – 30 Days: – 60% of Trek/Adventure/Tour/Travel/Hotel program cost will be refund.
Between 20 – 11 Days: – 30% of Trek/Adventure/Tour/Travel/Hotel program cost will be refunded.
Less than 10 Days: – No refund. – See more at: http://gohimalayas.com/refund-policy/

Things to carry for Trekking:

1. Backpack of 50 -60 ltrs and Daypack of 20 ltrs.
2. Good Quality Trekking Shoes with extra pair of shoes
3. Sunglasses, Cap/Hat, towel etc.
4. Slippers
5. Undergarments
6. Full sleeve Sweater
7. Track pants
8. Water Bottle
9. Full sleeve warm Jacket
10. Rain coat lightweight
11. Warm Gloves
12. Camera, Memory Card,Batteries, Power bank
13. Head Light or torch
14. Personal toiletries & Sun lotion, vaslene etc.
15. Personal Medication if any
16. Sleek(light-weight) blanket

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