Har Ki Dun

On your next day of the journey, you will come one step closer to your destination. From Sankri Village after having a delightful breakfast you will move towards the Taluka. Taluka is located about 7,000 ft above sea level. It takes around 1 hour to reach taluka which is 12 km away from Sankri. While driving to Taluka you will come across a forest which contains pinewood trees, walnut trees, etc. There will be various natural water streams that will fill you with immense joy and excitement.

Meanwhile, you will be having lunch. From Taluka, now is the turn to reach Pauni Garrat which is at 8,200 ft altitude and takes approx 6 hours trekking time. The distance is 10 km from taluka. Not much difficulty is being faced while trekking here. During the trek, you will be amazed by the scenic beauty of the pathway. It will definitely make you forget about your worries and will fill you with enthusiast and freshness.

This is your third day of the trek and it's time to hit Kalkattiyadhaar which is at 9,000 ft above sea level. You will need to trek for about 6 hours to cover the 7km distance to reach here.The area is nicely distributed in levels over here. Soon, you will be at such a high-level altitude and you will get to know more about the area. It is said that Uttarakhand is also called Dev bhumi and hence spirituality is filled at each and every corner of the state. This gives positive energy to the body and mind.

The tranquil ambiance is definitely going to make you attached to this place forever. For nature lovers, it would prove to be the most amazing trek. Lunch will be done as per the timing. At the end of the day, you will take a rest at the camps from where you can have a glorious view of the mountains and clear sky with millions of stars.

The day to reach your destination,i.e. Har ki Dun. Har ki Dun is located at an altitude of 3,400m/ 11,800ft. From Kalkattiyadhaar, there is a 10km distance to Har ki Dun which takes approximately 9 hours of trek time. Har ki Dun Trek is one of the most popular treks of Uttarakhand. This would be the best time of the whole journey. Lunch and water bottles will be packed. Amid the trek, there is a gradual incline, forests with huge trees, a variety of flora and fauna, and many more. The trek just is not defined to complete the journey and reach the destination but it also makes many changes in your personality too. Like, you get involved with different kinds of people who are a part of the trek, you enjoy yourself, your childish nature comes out and helps you to enjoy at an apex level, your knowledge about the culture of the state increases, you become a happy soul after all. So, this time fills you with many optimistic vibes which help you in several ways.

After reaching Har ki Dun, you can see the snow peaks, Swargarhponi, Hata peak, Black peak, and whatnot. It would make your whole trek worth it after reaching here. Now, after relaxing and feeling nature over here, you will have to return to Kalkattiyadhaar. And the most interesting thing is that we provide the best Har ki Dun package in Uttarakhand,i.e.at the most economical rates.

On the fifth day, you will be moving to Pauni Garaat from Kalkattiyadhaar via Osla. The prescribed time is 5 hours to cover 8 km. Again you will come across various nature gifts. You will be spending the whole night at the camp where you can have a campfire and can even play games with your trek mates. These are of course your few last minutes to spend in this beautiful area, so utilize it as much as possible.

Time to come back to Sankri Village from Pauni Garaat via Taluka. Stepping towards a downward direction is easier than climbing up but this too needs to be done carefully by maintaining a limited speed. During the trek, you will get across the familiar area and can enjoy it there as well. In the whole journey, eatables and water bottles are always kept packed and are consumed as per the time or requirement. The night will be spent in the guest house.

Last but not the least, the journey comes to the starting point by traveling around 10 hours from Sankri Village to Dehradun.

Q: Is a guide necessary for Har Ki Dun Trek?

A: Har Ki Dun Trek is moderate and can be trek easily but if you are a beginner then it is a perfect idea to go with a guide. Because as a beginner you are not familiar with the conditions there, you can't find the right spot and shelter and it can make your trek difficult.

Q: Does it snow in the Har ki Dun by the middle of December?

A: Yes!! Har ki Dun is one of the best treks in the himalayas. It can be trekked easily by beginners as well as experienced trekkers.

Q: Which is the best season for the Har Ki Dun Trek?

A: The best season for the Har Ki Dun Trek is in Summers (April – June) and Post Monsoon (September – November).