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Title:
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Dodital Trek
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Duration:
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7 days
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Location:
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Uttaranchal
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Sept - May |
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Grade:
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Easy
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This is a classic trek that begins in the beautiful Bhagirathi river valley, a major tributary of the Ganges. From the valley the trek takes us to the beautiful wilderness area of Dodital Lake and the surrounding Alpine meadows. We continue past the lake over the Darwa Pass (4150 m) to the Yamuna River watershed. Traditionally, this route is mainly used by the Gujjars (nomadic herdsmen) who graze their buffalo on the high meadows every summer. It is also frequented by Sadhus (Hindu pilgrims) on their way to the sacred shrine at Gangotri, the source of the Ganges.
This trip reaches an altitude of 4150 m. If you
have not been to this level of altitude before
please contact us
to discuss your level of fitness.
On arrival to India you will be met at the international airport. Depending on your itinerary you will be transferred to the train station, or hotel.
Day 1:Delhi to Camp Kuflon (1550 m): 12hrs
Board the train to Dehradun leaving Delhi at 6:55 a.m. Arrive into Dehradun and transfer to Camp Kuflon. Located on the banks of the Bhagirathi river, it is a beautiful fixed camp and a great fishing spot. Overnight Camp.
Day 2: Camp Kuflon to Bevra (2400 m): 4/5 hrs
After breakfast depart for Bevra. The walk is eight km over about five hours following the Assiganga stream. We pass through Agoda Village to camp at Bevra. A dip in the stream in Bevra is the best way to wash out the first day's body aches.
Day 3: Bevra to Dodital (3310 m): 6/7 hrs
After and early morning breakfast we start
walking to Dodital, a 16 km gradual walk.
Dodital is a fresh-water lake set amidst thick
jungle, containing brown trout and many other
species of fish. Rhododendron Oak and
Rhododendron trees are common on the trail and
we also see some Seabuck thorn bushes. Beyond
Bevra village there is no habitation except for
the shepherd hut in Majhi.
Day 4: Dodital to Darwa Pass (4150 m) to Kanasar (3900 m): 4/5 hrs
The day starts with an uphill climb breaking into thick birch forests before opening into the high meadows. The pass at 4150 m offers a spectacular view of the snow capped Bandarpunch Range. We proceed to camp at Kanasar (3900 m) which is just below the Darwa Pass. Overnight Camp.
Day 5: Kanasar to Kandoli (2800 m): 6/7 hrs
A long traverse in the meadow below the pass with impressive views of the Banderpunch peaks brings one to the beautiful grazing ground of Seema. After lunch we begin our descent through the forest to the campsite at Kandoli. Overnight Camp.
Day 6: Kandoli to Hunumanchatti (2400 m) to Delhi
Trek two hours to reach the road-head at Hanumanchatti. Drive six hours to Dehradun to board the overnight Mussoorie Express to Delhi. We travel by A/C sleeper train, the most comfortable way to travel overland in India. Overnight on board.
Day 7: Arrival Delhi
Early morning arrival (6:00 a.m.) into Delhi. Trip ends.
Note: Please contact us for sightseeing in Delhi, or a visit to the Taj Mahal at the start or end of this trip. We can also tailor this trip with a rafting expedition or wildlife safari
All itineraries exclude international flight days. The duration of this trip is calculated from Delhi back to Delhi again.
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