Kalindi khal is the most famous trekking pass in the Garhwal Himalaya. It a challenging high altitude glacial trek.
Kalindi khal is a high altitude mountain pass connecting Gangotri and Ghastoli. It is situated at 5,942 metres (19,495 ft) elevation. The pass is heavily glaciated. The glacier west of the pass flows into the Gangotri Glacier which forms the source of the Ganges.

On this trek expect a variety of landscapes, long glacier walks and amazing big mountain views!

The Area

This trek lies inside the Gangotri National park near Uttarkashi. The Char Dham lies in Uttarakhand and is thus called Dev Bhoomi (Gods abode).This area is a major Hindu tourist/pilgrim destination. The native language is Garhwali and the people are often referred as Pahadi (Mountain folk).

How are we making it different?

We take smaller groups. Our trip leaders (2 trip leaders for this one apart from 2 guides) are certified (NOLS) and experienced in handling medical emergencies. We will maintain a staff to trekker ratio of 2:1 while maneuvering the technical parts. We carry safety equipments like helmets, ropes, harness, Stretchers (for emergencies)and multiple oxygen cylinders. 

Expected weather 

May-June

• Chances of rain/Hail – Mild to moderate rain can be expected in June.(Though monsoon hits most parts of the country in June it reaches Uttrakhand properly only after the 15^th of June.
• Snow on trail – Less likely
• Temperatures: Afternoon upto 20 degrees, Nights around zero degrees (June) at higher camps

Sep-Oct

• Chances of Rain/ Hail – Mild to moderate rain can be expected in September.
• Snow on trail – Possible snowfall in October
• Temperatures: Afternoon upto 25 degrees, Nights Around -5 to -8 degrees (Oct) at higher camps

• Day 1: Drive from Dehradun/Rishikesh to Gangotri (Base village) (11,204 ft)
  Drive time: 9-10 hours
  Overnight stay in a Hotel/ homestay.
• Day 2: Trek from Gangotri to Chirbasa (11,630 ft)
  Trek Distance – 9 Kms; Trek time – 6 hours
  Overnight stay in camps.
• Day 3: Trek from Chirbasa to Bhojbasa (12,467 ft)
  Trek Distance – 5 Kms; Trek time – 4 hours
  Overnight stay in camps.
• Day 4: Trek from Bhojbasa to Nandanvan (14,271 ft)
  Trek Distance – 10 Kms; Trek time – 8 hours
  Overnight stay in camps.
• Day 5: Trek Nandanvan to Vasukital (16,010 ft)
  Trek Distance – 6 Kms; Trek time – 4 hours
  Overnight stay in camps.
• Day 6: Rest and acclimatization at Vasukital
  Overnight stay in camps.
• Day 7: Trek from Vasukital to Khara Patthar (17,060 ft)
  Trek Distance – 6 Kms; Trek time - 4 hours
  Overnight stay in camps.
• Day 8: Trek from Khara Patthar to Sweta Glacier (17,880 ft)
  Trek Distance – 8 Kms; Trek time – 6 hours
  Overnight stay in camps.
• Day 9: Trek from Sweta Glacier to Kalindi Base Camp (18,569 ft)
  Trek Distance – 6 Kms; Trek time – 5 hours
  Overnight stay in camps.
• Day 10: Trek from Kalindi Base Camp to Rajaparav (16,076 ft) via Kalindi Khal (19,488 ft)
  Trek Distance – 13 Kms; Trek time – 10 hours
  Overnight stay in camps.
• Day 11: Trek from Rajaparav to Arwa Tal (14,763 ft)
  Trek Distance – 13 Kms; Trek time – 7 hours
  Overnight stay in camps.
• Day 12: Trek from Arwa Tal to Badrinath (9842 ft) via roadhead at Ghastoli (12,467 ft)
  Trek Distance – 12 Kms; Trek time – 10 hours
  Overnight stay in hotel/campsite.
• Day 13: Drive from Badrinath to Rishikesh/Dehradun.
  Distance - 295 kms; Drive time - 10 hours
  Trek ends when we reach Rishikesh/Dehradun
• Day 14: Buffer day

Trip price includes:

• All accommodation and food from Gangotri to Badrinath.
• Rentals for all common gear provided to you like tent, sleeping bags etc.
• Forest entry permission charges.
• Guide and expertise charges.
• Transport to Gangotri and commute back from Badrinath

Trip price excludes:

• 5% GST
• Meals or drinks purchased by participants during the travel or trek (example biscuits, fruits etc)
• Rentals for personal gear
• Trek Insurance (Optional)
• Flight/Train/Bus ticket till Dehradun
• Backpack offloading charges. You are expected to carry your own backpack. Trekkers unable to do so can opt for a porterage service at ₹400/day.