Location
Uttarakhand | India
Average Trekking
21 km
Duration
6 Days
Difficulty
Easy to Moderate
Altitude
12,516 Ft
KAURI PASS TREK
A tri junction of meadows forest and mountain
Fixed Departure Dates
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- +5% GST (goods and services tax).
- Services Rishikesh to Rishikesh.
- Reporting Time: 6:00 a.m. Drop Time:6:30 pm to 7:30 pm (Timings are subject to change based on weather and road conditions). Please reach Rishikesh a day before to avoid any delays.
Add-ons
- Insurance 210
- Transport 1,600
₹10,510
₹8,500 with Add-ons and GST included
Rishikesh to Rishikesh (for transportation connect with us)
Trek Overview
Trek Name: Kuari Pass Trek
Days: 6
Adventure Type: Trekking
Base Camp: Kuari Pass
Season:Summer | Autumn |
Month:March | April | May | September | October | November |
Distance: 21 Km.
Trail Type: Circle trail | Camping in various locations, starting and ending at the same point.
Country: India
Altitude: 12,516 Ft.
Grade: Easy to Moderate
Stay: Hotel and teahouse
Food: Meals while on trek & at Hotel/Guesthouse (Veg & Eggs)
Highlights:
- USD 101 +5% GST for Non-Indians and OCI card holders
- +5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Highlights
Panoramic Views of Himalayan Peaks: From the Kuari Pass, you can enjoy breathtaking views of several high peaks, including Nanda Devi (7,816 m), Dronagiri, Kamet, Hathi-Ghodi Parvat, and Neelkanth.
Significance: The trek is also known as the Curzon Trail, named after Lord Curzon, who is believed to have explored this route in 1905. It has been a favorite among British explorers and mountaineers since then.
Lush Green Meadows: The trek passes through beautiful alpine meadows, known locally as “Bugyals,” such as the Gorson Bugyal, offering vast expanses of grassland surrounded by dense forests.
Dense Forests: Walk through dense oak, rhododendron, and pine forests that are rich in biodiversity and provide a serene environment.
Snow-Covered Landscape: During winter, the trek offers a magical experience with snow-covered trails, frozen streams, and white meadows, adding to the beauty and challenge of the trek.
Safety Tips
Physical Fitness: The Kuari Pass Trek is moderately challenging, so a basic level of fitness is required. Regular cardio exercises, leg strength training, and endurance-building activities will help you prepare.
Acclimatization: Although the trek doesn’t reach extreme altitudes, it’s still important to acclimatize properly. Spend some time in Joshimath or Auli before starting the trek.
Altitude Awareness: Be aware of symptoms of altitude sickness, such as headaches, dizziness, or nausea. If symptoms persist, descend immediately and consult your guide.
Weather Preparedness: The weather in the mountains can be unpredictable, especially in winter. Be prepared for sudden changes, including snowfall, cold winds, and rain.
Hydration and Nutrition: Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, and keep your energy levels up with nutritious snacks. Avoid consuming alcohol or smoking during the trek.
Start Early: Begin your trek early in the day to ensure you have enough daylight to reach your campsite. Early starts also provide better weather conditions and clearer views.
Respect Local Culture and Environment: Respect the local culture and traditions of the villages you pass through. Practice “Leave No Trace” principles—do not litter, respect wildlife, and avoid disturbing the natural environment.
Follow the Guide’s Instructions: The terrain can be challenging, especially in snowy or rocky sections. Always listen to your guide’s instructions and stay with the group.
Photography Tips: The landscape is stunning, but keep your electronics warm and carry extra batteries as cold weather can drain battery life quickly.
Who can participate
- Age; 10 years +.
- First-timers can apply.
- The climber must be fit and have sufficient stamina to cover a 4 km distance in 35 minutes without stress.
- Foreigners are not permitted on this journey. Indians with any Indian Id like a Passport, Adhaar, Driving license or Pan card are allowed.
Itinerary
- Day-1: Drive from Rishikesh to Pipalkoti
- Drive Distance:255 KM
- DRIVE DURATION :9-10Hr
- Day-2: Trek from Pipalkoti to Gullingtop
- TREK DISTANCE :7 KM
- Altitude Gain: 4,900 ft to 9,000 ft
- Trek Duration : 8-10Hrs
- Day-3: Trek from Gullingtop to Tali forest Camp
- TREK DISTANCE : 7 KM
- Altitude Gain: 9,000 ft to 11,000 ft
- Trek Duration : 8-10Hrs
- Day-4: Trek from Tali Foret Camp Kuari Pass and back to Khullara to
- TREK DISTAANCE : 15 KM
- Altitude Gain - 11,000 ft to 12,500 ft
- Trek Duration : 12-14Hrs
- Day-5:
- TREK DITANCE : 8 KM
- Altitude Loss - 12,500 ft to 4,950 ft
- Trek Duration : 8-10Hrs
- Day-6: Depart from Pipalkoti and reach Rishikesh
- DRIVE DISTANCE : 255 KM
- DRIVE DURATION : 9-10 Hr
Drive from Rishikesh to Pipalkoti
- Drive Distance:255 KM
- DRIVE DURATION :9-10Hr
Our team will pick you up from the assigned location at 6:00 AM in the morning and it will mark the starting of your beautiful trek journey, the way to reach lorem ipsum
Trek from Pipalkoti to Gullingtop
- TREK DISTANCE :7 KM
- Altitude Gain: 4,900 ft to 9,000 ft
Your trek will start from today, after a nutrition rich breakfast and a brief explanation by our trek leader you will begin your trek.
Your very first destination is Dhak Village (about 50km Drive), during this journey you'll experience the beautiful and breathtaking views, The serpentine roads, The Alaknanda river, joshimath and then finally reach to Dhak.
The second half journey would be covered by trekking from Dhak to Gulling top, through this journey you'll go through small villages like Bilagar, steep snow covered mountains, Dronagiri Ranges and finally reached to gulling top where you'll camp and rest.
Trek from Gullingtop to Tali forest Camp
- TREK DISTANCE : 7 KM
- Altitude Gain: 9,000 ft to 11,000 ft
Early in the morning after taking mouthwatering breakfast you'll off to Tali forest which is about 5km trek covering into5-6 hours. the Tali forest covered with beautiful conifers.
here you'll see the snow covered trees, Filtered sunlight through the tree gaps and very dense forest cover which is not green but a white beauty.
Hathigiri peaks are the major centre of attraction between the denser forest cover.
Trek from Tali Foret Camp Kuari Pass and back to Khullara to
- TREK DISTAANCE : 15 KM
- Altitude Gain - 11,000 ft to 12,500 ft
Today is the day when you will Finally Summit the Kauri Pass, leaving from Tali towards the Kauri Pass you'll facing some challenging path but as you'll reach the top the challenges will convert into experience!
The broken bridges and frozen stream makes this journey more spectacular. the climax of the trek is indelible.
When you look back, you will find all the mountains behind you like Nanda Ghunti, Hathi Ghoda Parvat, Neelkanth, Dronagiri, Mukut Parvat, Mana, Rishi Pahar and Changbang.
Trek from Tali to Pipalkoti via Auli and Gursan Bugyal.
- TREK DITANCE : 8 KM
Altitude Loss - 12,500 ft to 4,950 ft
The final day of your trek is here, retrace your step back to the Pipalkoti.
in the reverse of the journey you'll pass through Auli (The skiing capital of india) and The Gursan Bugyal (A large land of Green Pastures).
The return journey is quite easy and enjoyable physically but tough mentally as you'll going to leave the beauty of the mother nature behind you, but the footprints of the trek are there in your mind and heart for the rest of your life.
Depart from Pipalkoti and reach Rishikesh
- DRIVE DISTANCE : 255 KM
- DRIVE DURATION : 9-10 Hr
After a yummy and nutrition rich breakfast you’ll finally bid your final bye to the beautiful village of Pipalkoti, but you are not going alone a bag full of memories is coming with you too.
Health and Awareness
Pulse rate at rest must be in between (60 to 90 beats per minute).
Blood Pressure Reading must be in between (DIASTOLIC 70 – 90, SYSTOLIC 100 – 140 mm Hg).
Respiratory rate at rest must be in between (12 to 20 breaths per minute).
Should not have Liver and kidney issues.
Should not have Diabetes Mellitus, Bronchial Asthma, Heart problems, Hypertension, etc.
No pacemaker implant.
People with Sinus issues, Epilepsy please contact to trek coordinator before booking the trek.
If your BMI is not normal, Please contact our Trek coordinator before Trek booking.
Government Employess
- Government Employees can avail the benefit of Special Casual Leave (SCL) when they join us for a trekking expedition. As per the rules of the Pay Commission, Special Casual Leave can be availed for up to 30 days in a calendar year for trekking/mountaineering expeditions through a registered organization. Trek The Himalayas is a registered adventure tour operator by the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) and the Ministry Of Tourism (MOT).
- Trekkers have to apply for leave at least 20 days before the trek departure date.
- This service is exclusive to Indian government employees and is applicable only for treks within India.
- Do mail at info@trekthehimalayas to apply and mention your booked trek date and trek name.
Kids Guidelines
- Junior trekkers (below 15 years) should have a company of parents/guardians.
- Trekkers between 15 to 18 years can come solo with the disclaimer form signed by parent/guardian.
- Medical & Disclaimer Form (Mandatory Documents) Click here to download Medical & Disclaimer Form
Cost Terms
Inclusion :
Rishikesh to Rishikesh
• Veg meals: breakfast, Lunch, Evening snacks and dinner
• Tents(triple/double sharing), SleepingBags, Sleepingmatts
• Gears: Micro spikes and Gaiters as per snow conditions
• Accomodation in hostel / Guest house on Day1
• Experienced and Qualified Guides
• Friendly and Supportive staff
• Forest permits
• Medical Amenities: First Aid Kits, oximeter, oxygen cylinder
• Sanitised and Hygienic camp site and hostels
• Mode of Transportation
• Numbers of people (1-4): Hatch back - Alto, Swift or Equivalent Vehicle
• Numbers of people (5-8): tata sumo/Mahindra bolero or equivalent
vehicle
• Numbers of people (9-12): Temp travel
• Veg meals: breakfast, Lunch, Evening snacks and dinner
• Tents(triple/double sharing), SleepingBags, Sleepingmatts
• Gears: Micro spikes and Gaiters as per snow conditions
• Accomodation in hostel / Guest house on Day1
• Experienced and Qualified Guides
• Friendly and Supportive staff
• Forest permits
• Medical Amenities: First Aid Kits, oximeter, oxygen cylinder
• Sanitised and Hygienic camp site and hostels
• Mode of Transportation
• Numbers of people (1-4): Hatch back - Alto, Swift or Equivalent Vehicle
• Numbers of people (5-8): tata sumo/Mahindra bolero or equivalent
vehicle
• Numbers of people (9-12): Temp travel
Exclusion:
• Anything not mentioned in the list
• Meal during transportation
• Any kind of personal expenses during trek
• Porter/mule-charges (Personal), Backpack offloading charge
• Unscheduled or extended stay due to road blocks, landslides, bad weather, and snowfall
• Cost of evacuation in-case of an emergency
• Meal during transportation
• Any kind of personal expenses during trek
• Porter/mule-charges (Personal), Backpack offloading charge
• Unscheduled or extended stay due to road blocks, landslides, bad weather, and snowfall
• Cost of evacuation in-case of an emergency
The Mountain Vibes.
We get that a travel and adventure enthusiast like you will be as bumped about cancelling a trek as us but we also understand that you may have to cancel the trek for any unforeseen reason and therefore the Cancellation Service of The Mountain Vibes does not return the advance amount paid by the trekkers instead we provide a voucher for the exact amount which is equivalent to the amount paid by you.
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Terms & Conditions for the cash voucher:
- You can book any other trek of your choice with The Mountain Vibes including the one you cancelled at any other given point of time with the voucher.
- The voucher is only valid for treks directly booked with The Mountain Vibes
- Your Voucher will be valid for 24 months starting from the month you got your trek cancelled.
- To redeem the Voucher text us on our official TMV number or TMV e-mail id.
- The Mountain Vibes holds the right to add or remove any of the terms and conditions without notifying.
Trek Essentials
| Backpack with rain cover | (50 – 60 ltr) with comfortable shoulder straps |
| Day pack with rain cover | 20 – 30 ltr (If off-load opted) |
| Walking stick | Advisable (At least one) |
| Water Bottle / Hydration pack | 2 bottles of one liter each, People who use hydration pack 1 hydration pack and 1 bottle of one liter, Carry at least one thermos flask. |
| Small size tiffin/lunch box | 1 Nos |
| Snacks | Energy bars, dry fruits, electoral/ors |
| Personal Medical Kit | Consult your doctor |
| T-Shirt (Synthetic quick dry) | 1 Full & 2 Half sleeves |
| Fleece T-shirt | 1 Nos |
| Wind stopper / Fleece jacket | 1 Nos |
| Windproof Jacket | 1 Nos |
| Down feather / Hollow jacket | 1 Nos |
| Thermal inner (Upper and Lower) | 1 Pair |
| Trek Pant (Synthetic quick dry) | 2 Nos |
| Wind stopper / Fleece Pant | 1 Nos |
| Waterproof gloves | 1 Pair |
| Fleece / woollen gloves | 1 Pair |
| Poncho / waterproof Jacket and pant | 1 Nos |
| Head torch | 1 Nos. (Avoid Hand torch) |
| Sun Cap | 1 Nos |
| Woolen cap | 1 Nos. |
| Balaclava | 1 Nos. |
| Buff / Neck-gaiters | 1 Synthetic & 1 Woollen |
| Sunglasses | UV with dark side cover, People who wear spectacles – (A)- Use contact lenses | (B)- Photo chromatic glasses |
| Trekking shoes | 1 Pair (Waterproof, high ankle, good grip) |
| Floaters / flip-flops | 1 Pair |
| Cotton socks | 6 pairs |
| Woollen socks | 1 pairs |
| Gaiters | 1 Pair (TTH provides when required) |
| Micro spikes | 1 Pair (TTH provides when required) |
| Sunscreen | 1 Nos |
| Moisturiser | 1 Nos |
| Chap-stick / Lip balm | 1 Nos |
| Toothbrush and toothpaste | 1 Nos |
| Toilet paper & Wipes | 1 Nos |
| Soap / hand sanitizers | 1 Nos |
| Antibacterial powder | 1 Nos |
| Quick dry towel | 1 Nos |
Trek Essentials
• An identity card-original (MANDATORY)
• Bagpack and Rain cover(50-60 liter )
• Day pack And Rain cover (if you hire mule or porter)
• 1liter of Water Bottle
•Slipper and TrekKing Shoes (Waterprof is Preferred)
•LED Torch/Headlamp(With extra batteries)
•Poncho, Raincoat or Umbrella any one is must.(Poncho is preferred, since it is light weighted)
• 2 pairs of Quick Dry T-shirt and Trek Pants (DENIM ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR TREKS)
• 1 pairs of T-SHIRTS for (Full Sleeves or Half Sleeves)
• 3 Pair of Cotton Socks And 2 Pair of Woollen Socks
• 2 weater OR 1 Fleece Jacket
• Thermals (1 is must 2 if going on a long trek)
• Sun Cap, Scarf, Light Towel, Snow Gloves
• Woolen Cap or Balaclava that cover Your ears (For the protection from coldwaves)
• UV sunglasses
• Carry few plastic bags incase your clothes get wet.
• Wind sheeter, Snow Jackets, One Down Feather Jacket (Carry any one from the mentioned)
• Personal Toilet kit, Toilet Paper, Sanitizer, Tooth Brush and Paste
• Lip balm , Cold Creame , Mistiriser and Sun Screen Lotion(SPF 40)
•Personal Medicine Kit (With basic First Aid kit and your regular medicine)
•Anti Fungal Creame : Carry an Anti Fungle Creame if you are sensitive to Sweating and prone to skin irritations around genital or groin area due to lack of bathing.
| Sunscreen | 1 Nos |
| Moisturiser | 1 Nos |
| Chap-stick / Lip balm | 1 Nos |
| Toothbrush and toothpaste | 1 Nos |
| Toilet paper & Wipes | 1 Nos |
| Soap / hand sanitizers | 1 Nos |
| Antibacterial powder | 1 Nos |
| Quick dry towel | 1 Nos |
KAURI PASS TREK location in Map
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Frequently Asked Question(FAQ)
What kind of accommodation will you get on the trek?
You’ll be accommodated in a clean and hygienic guest house for the first two and the last two days of the trek and for the remaining you’ll be accommodated in tents and sleep bags will also be provided.
How many trekkers do we take in a group ?
We’ll dispatch daily batches (almost all days) in the months of August, September and October. Where we welcome large groups and small groups likewise. Though if you want to trek solo or in a small group the trek can be customised according to your need. (Charges may differ according to your needs)
Do we provide accommodation if you come prior to the trek date ?
No it is not in our policy though we might help you in finding accommodation, however we are not responsible if there are no guest houses/hotels available, also the charges for accommodation for days before the trekking date and after the trekking date are NOT INCLUDED and the trekker is accountable to bear all the expenses for the same.
Are the required trekking gears available for rent by the Mountain vibes?
Yes, we provide all the necessary trekking gears on rent for which the trekker may pay after completing the trek. We also provide mule and poter services the cost of which is totally exclusive from the package and you will have to pay additional charges for the same
What is the age limit ?
There is no particular age bar we welcome anyone and everyone who is a travel enthusiast, but children below the age of 16 are preferred to come along with their parents or gurdain and if they want to do a solo trek a non objection go ahead will be required from their parents end.
How safe is it to trek with The Mountain Vibes ?
The sole purpose of The Mountain Vibes is to provide its trekkers with the best trekking experience with quality as well as safety. We take extra percautions when it comes to the safety of our trekkers.
- We have a team of well trained and certified trek leaders.
- We have high end quality trekking gears and equipment.
- We have 24*7 medical assistance.
- Our staff is not only well behaved but also good at heart and will be available at your service 24*7
- We can proudly assure you that our team is the best in the field work it conducts to ensure you don’t go through any problem.
