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The Trek
Pindari is one of the oldest and most cherished trek trails in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. The Pindar river, the lifeblood of the valley, originates from the Pindari glacier, joining Alaknanda and eventually merging with Bhagirathi to form the mighty Ganga. The valley is a sanctuary for one of the densest Himalayan forests. As you ascend, witness the remarkable transformation of the forest from Oak and Maple to Bamboo, Rhododendron, and finally Juniper. A birdwatcher's paradise, this trail is home to over a hundred species of birds, many of which are endangered.
Expected Weather
March-May:
- Rain/ Hail: Less likely
- Snow: Possible in April
- Temperatures:
- Afternoon: Up to 20 degrees Celsius (May)
- Night: Around -5 degrees Celsius (April) at higher camps
September-December:
- Rain/ Hail: Mild to moderate rain can be expected in September.
- Snow: Possible snowfall in December
- Temperatures:
- Afternoon: Up to 20 degrees Celsius (September)
- Night: Around -5 to -8 degrees Celsius (October) at higher camps
Day 1: Drive from Haldwani/Kathgodam to Khaati
- Distance: 200kms, Time: 9 hrs
- Overnight: Stay overnight in a guesthouse in Khaati.
Day 2: Trek from Khaati to Dwali
- Distance: 13 kms, Time: 8 hrs
- Overnight: Stay overnight in a campsite in Dwali.
Day 3: Trek to Zero Point via Phurkiya
- Distance: 12 kms, Time: 7 hrs
- Overnight: Stay overnight in a campsite at Zero Point.
Day 4: Trek from Zero Point to Dwali
- Morning hike to view point and then trek downhill from Zero Point to Dwali
- Distance: 15 kms, Total Time 8 hrs.
- Overnight: Stay overnight in a guesthouse in Dwali.
Day 5: Trek downhill from Dwali to Khati
- Distance: 13 kms, Time: 6 hrs
- Overnight stay at guest house in Khaati
Day 6: Drive from Khaati to Haldwani/ Kathgodam.
- Distance: 200kms, Time: 7 hrs
- Transportation: Pickup and drop from Kathgodam/Haldwani.
- Accommodation: Complete stay and accommodation throughout the trek.
- Food: All meals starting from dinner on the 19th of October to lunch on the 24th of October.
- Equipment: Rental of essential common gear such as tents and sleeping bags.
- Permits: Forest entry permit fees.
- Guidance: Services of a professional guide and their expertise.
- Medical First Aid Kit: High altitude first aid kit, stretcher, oxygen cylinder.
- Personal Purchases: Meals or beverages purchased by participants during travel or the trek (e.g., snacks, fruits).
- Personal Gear: Rental fees for personal equipment (refer to the "Things to Carry" section for recommended items).
- Travel: Air/ Train ticket to Kathgodam.
- Porterage: Participants can carry their own backpacks. Those unable to do so can opt for a porterage service at ₹350 per day.
In all the camps where the accommodation is in tea houses/ home stays, there will be proper toilets. The toilets are mostly western, in case if they‘re Indian, then we try to provide a toilet seat most of the times.
On the day of camping, we will have toilet tents (with a dry pit toilet), the most hygienic way of answering nature’s call.
A dry pit toilet is an eco-friendly sanitation solution featuring a pit dug into the ground, topped with a toilet seat and a wrought iron stand. Near the toilet, a pile of mud, sand, or coco peat is provided for covering waste after use, facilitating rapid breakdown of fecal matter due to increased microbial activity. This method eliminates the need for water, thereby preventing contamination of nearby water sources, as water toilets are prohibited at campsites.
While toilet paper is available, please use it sparingly to avoid overloading the pit, which can take years to decompose. Please refrain from using wet wipes as they are not bio degradable or use bio-degradable wipes.
If you cancel –
– 60 days before the trip: we can process a complete refund minus minimum processing charges.
– Between 30-45 days before the trip: you will be refunded 50% of the trek fee.
– Within 30 days before trek starts: No refund.
– If your spot is replaced in a full batch: we will process a complete refund after cancelling minute operational charges. (For fixed departures only)
No. Guests are expected to carry power banks.
4-5 kms slow jog OR 6-7 kms Brisk walking OR 25 kms cycling. Pace is not important, consistency is important (non-stop jogging/running/cycling)
Squats 20 x 3, Lunges 20 x 3, Calf raises 20 x 3
All of the above at least 4 times a week
Climbing stairs 40 floors with backpack (Atleast once a week)
A certified trek leader, a guide, cook & porters will accompany you during the trek.
The common perception is that alcohol makes you feel warmer, however it also dehydrates you & dehydration can be fatal while trekking. Hence consumption of alcohol is prohibited. Smoking in camps is not allowed.
We’ve been organizing treks for over five years and have had many female trekkers trek with us. In fact, a lot of them come solo for treks. There has never been a complaint about the atmosphere of a trek, about other trekkers or our professionalism. They have all been kind enough to leave a review.
You will get bathing facilities at the home stays/ hotels/ guest houses. Through the rest of the trek, there are no bathing facilities at campsites.
Trekkers often take advantage of running streams to freshen themselves up.