Har Ki Dun Trek
Explore the Har Ki Dun Trek in Uttarakhand — a scenic 7-day valley trek through ancient villages, alpine meadows, and stunning views of Swargarohini peaks.
₹ 6,499 / per person
Trek Highlights
Difficult
Easy to Moderate
Durations
7 Days/6 Nights
Altiude
125,000 Ft.
Best Time
Dec to Feb
Trek Distance
44 Km
Age Limit
8 - 62+
Pickup Point
Sankri
Max People
40
Overview
Har Ki Dun, also known as the Valley of Gods, is situated deep inside Govind Pashu National Park in Uttarakhand. The valley is rich in flora and fauna, with trails often covered in different shades of orchids and other wildflowers.
The trek follows the Supin River through the scenic Garhwali villages of Taluka, Gangad, and Osla. Legends associated with it say that Swargarohini is the path to heaven followed by the Pandavas in the epic Mahabharata. However, the same story is also associated with the Swargarohini steps seen from Satopanth Lake, which lies ahead of Badrinath.
The beautiful Marinda Tal, formed by a huge boulder obstructing the river, can be trekked in an hour from Har Ki Dun, or we can explore the Hata Valley to the north of Har Ki Dun. It will be a long trek, but the hike to the Jaundhar Glacier viewpoint that takes us to the Swargarohini base is also feasible.
Har Ki Dun Trek - Details Itinerary
- The Har Ki Dun Trek starts from Dehradun early in the morning, around 6:30 AM, with a drive towards Purty via Sankri.
- You'll travel along National Highway 123, covering approximately 210 kilometers in about 9 hours.
- The journey offers scenic views and picturesque locations throughout the route.
- The twisting roads will take you through beautiful spots like Mussoorie, Kempty Falls, and Purola.
- You’ll camp at a quaint village located 13 kilometers inside Govind National Park.
- On Day 2, the journey continues from Purty to Taluka.
- Begin with a drive to Taluka (approx. 7 km, 1 hour).
- From Taluka, start your trek to Puani Garaat.
- Trekking across a wooden bridge and along a river gives an ancient, rustic feel.
- Enjoy scenic views of the Himalayan mountains and the small village of Taluka with a few houses.
- Cross a bridge over a tributary of the Supin River and reach the designated campsite.
- Set up your tent and enjoy activities like climbing at the campsite.
- Explore the nearby village of Gangaad, known for its majestic views, lush greenery, wild orchids, and snow-capped peaks.
- Although the trek is challenging, the pleasant night under the stars makes it worthwhile.
- Begin the day by exploring Osla village, a small settlement located at an altitude of 8,500 feet above sea level, reached after about an hour of hiking.
- Visit the Lord Shiva temple in Osla to receive blessings and admire its miraculous architecture.
- Start the trek from Osla by crossing two streams—the second one has a wooden bridge that leads to a mountain bend.
- Along the way, you’ll come across two meadows lying below the Supin Valley.
- The trail leads through grasslands of Dev Thach, Bali Pass, and alongside the Ruinsara River.
- Walk past scenic wheat fields as you approach inhabited regions.
- Witness the confluence of the Supin and Ruinsara Rivers, a truly picturesque spot.
- Enjoy majestic views of Black Peak and Bandarpoonch, enhancing the trekking experience.
- After a steady climb, you’ll reach a flat meadow known as Kalkatiyadhaar, which will be your next campsite.
- Today is the most important day as you will start trekking to Kalkatiyadhaar along with mesmerizing views on the way.
- We will keep our eyes on the glacier basin, which has moraines and alpine meadows. Here, swaying and tall pine trees will make your day while crossing the pastures of Dev Thach.
- Here is a place where two rivers meet and then further bifurcate into two ways. One way brings us to Har Ki Dun and the other takes us to Ruinsara Taal, Bali Pass. The peaks of Har Ki Dun and Hata Peak will propel you while climbing.
- We will keep climbing by putting more and more enthusiasm. After the gradual incline on a wooden bridge, you will reach Har Ki Dun. Maninda Taal, Borasu Pass, Jaundar Glacier, and Swargarohini peaks are giving you sufficient locations to explore as a bonus of a trekking trip.
- After collecting all the gems in memories, this is the time to return to your camp located at Kalkatiyadhaar
- After a tiring yesterday, we will travel back to the village Puani Garaat. This returning trek will include Osla on the way.
- After around 3,500 feet of downhill, you will reach the required place in 5 hours.
- The next 6.5 kilometers are easy trekking experiences that you can enjoy after having a relishing breakfast.
- The enticing charm of the Himalayan range will encourage you to walk more.
- You can again collect the random moments with snow-clad peaks while reaching your camp at Puani Garaat.
- Today, we embark on our trek towards Puani Garaat, commencing our journey from Taluka. This 10-kilometer trail, following the course of the river, is anticipated to take approximately 5 hours to traverse.
- Along the way, as we pass through verdant forests and traverse various bridges, we will steadily approach the destination of Taluka.
- Upon arrival in Taluka, we will transition to a scenic drive leading us to Purty, where we will spend the night.
- This provides an excellent opportunity to immerse ourselves in the local language, cuisine, customs, and culture.
- It’s your desire to do so, as there is much to explore and appreciate in just one night in this enriching environment.
- All vegetarian meals during the camping
- Camping gear including sleeping bags, tents, thick mattresses, a separate kitchen tent, dining tent, and utensils
- First aid medical kits and an oxygen cylinder
- Forest entry charges (for Indian nationals only)
- Guesthouse/Hotel stay for 2 nights
- Please note: Personal luggage can be carried by mules and/or porters on a chargeable basis
- Porter and mule support for carrying camping equipment
- Tented accommodation throughout the trek for 4 nights
- Transport from Dehradun to Basecamp and vice versa
- Accommodation in Dehradun
- Any transport support during the trek apart from what is included above
- Anything not mentioned in Inclusions
- Personal expenses like tips, personal medicines, phone calls, etc
- Porter to carry personal luggage
- Transport to reach Dehradun to Sankri
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How to reach
Har Ki Dun Trek
By Air
Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun From the airport, take a taxi or cab to Dehradun Railway Station or directly to Sankri, the base village for the trek Dehradun to Sankri is approximately 200–210 km (8–9 hours by road)
By Train
Nearest Railway Station: Dehradun Railway Station Well connected to cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Lucknow From the station, hire a taxi or take a shared vehicle to reach Sankri
By Road
You can take a direct bus or shared cab from Dehradun to Sankri Route: Dehradun → Mussoorie → Purola → Mori → Netwar → Sankri Distance: Approx. 200–210 km, Travel Time: 8–10 hours
Har Ki Dun Trek - FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)
The best time is from April to June and September to November. The summer months offer lush greenery, while autumn gives clear mountain views.
Har Ki Dun is a moderate trek, suitable for beginners with good fitness. The trail includes gradual ascents, forest paths, and some long trekking hours.
The highest point of the trek is around 3,566 meters (11,700 feet) above sea level.
Mobile network is available only up to Sankri (mostly BSNL or Jio). There is no network once the trek begins.
The trek offers views of Swargarohini and Bandarpoonch peaks, scenic villages like Osla, alpine forests, meadows, and rich local culture.