Kedarkantha

The journey

Snow-laden oak and pine forests, camps beside frozen Juda ka Talab and a pre-dawn summit push that ends with a 360° wall of Himalayan peaks — Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, Kala Nag. The ideal first Himalayan summit.

• Summit sunrise over 13 named peaks
• Camp by a frozen alpine lake
• Snow trekking from day two
• Village stay culture in Sankri

Day by day

1. D1

   Dehradun → Sankri

   A 7–8 hour drive along the Tons valley to the village of Sankri (6,400 ft). Briefing, gear check and dinner.

2. D2

   Sankri → Juda ka Talab

   4 km through dense pine and oak forest to a lake that freezes solid by December. First taste of snow.

3. D3

   Juda ka Talab → Kedarkantha Base

   4 km climb to the base camp meadow with sweeping views of the summit ridge. Early night.

4. D4

   Summit Day

   Start at 3 AM, reach the 12,500 ft summit for sunrise, then descend to Hargaon camp. 6 km, the big day.

5. D5

   Hargaon → Sankri

   A gentle 6 km descent through forest back to Sankri. Celebration dinner.

6. D6

   Sankri → Dehradun

   Drive back, reaching Dehradun by evening (8 PM).

Where you'll stay

Boutique stays. Hand-picked camps, lodges and boutique hotels, chosen for their setting and their welcome.

What's included

Safety & good to know

• Each day begins with a briefing on the route, weather and what to carry.
• Local guides who know the terrain walk with you throughout.
• Permits and transfers are arranged before you arrive.
• This journey reaches high altitude — see what thin air does in our altitude explorer, and tell your trip planner about any health conditions.
• Your trip planner sends a packing list and preparation advice before you travel.

Questions