Pindari Glacier Trek

Pindari Glacier Trek

The one trek where Zero is the epitome of success

Easy
6 Days
Uttrakhand
12000ft
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Trek Difficulty
Easy
Trek Duration
6 Days
Highest Altitude
12000 ft
Suitable For
above 10 years
Total Trek Distance
N/A
Basecamp
Khati Village
Accommodation
Tents
Meeting Point
Kathgodam Railway Station
Reporting Time
6:00 AM
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Trek Fee

13,125/- (including GST)

EX.Kathgodam to Kathgodam

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About Pindari Glacier Trek

The one trek where Zero is the epitome of success

Pindari Glacier situated between two snow capped mountains Nanda Devi and Nandakot in the Kumaon Himalayas region, Bageshwar District of Uttarakhand. The river Pindar originates from this glacier which meet with Alaknanada River at the confluence of Kranpryag. This trek one of the ancient trek in Himalaya which is paradise for trekker. This Glacier trek is easiest compare to any other glaciers. The entire trekking route is beautiful and very scenic. In this trek route two other treks also fall, Kafni Glacier and Sundar-dunga Galcer trek whose route divert from Dwali. Kafni Glacier situated at the root of Mt. Nandakot.

Quick Itinerary

Day 1: Drive From Kathgodam To Khati Village | Enjoy The Scenic Beauty Of Kumaon

Route: Kathgodam - Bheemtal - Almora - Bageshwar - Kapkot - Loharkhet - Kharkiya - Khati. Stay in tents.

Day 2: Trek From Khati To Dwali | Walk By The Beautiful Pindar River

Altitude: 2,600 m/ 8,600 ft. Trek Distance: 13 km Duration: 7-8 hr. Altitude Gain: 400 m/ 1,300 ft. Water Source: Multiple water sources on the trek. Cross 6 landslide zones. Stay in tents.

Day 3: Trek From Dwali To Phurkia | Cross Spiderwalls And Frozen Streams

Altitude: 3,200 m/ 10,500 ft | Distance: 5 km | Duration: 3 hr. Altitude Gain: 600 m/ 1,900 ft. Flora: Rhododendron, Oak. Fauna: Himalayan Ibex. Cross two frozen streams. Peak Views: Nanda Khat (6545 m), Nanda Devi East (7, 434 m). Stay in tents.

Day 4: Trek From Phurkia To Zero Point And Back To Phurkia | Summit Day

Altitude: 3,700 m/ 12,100 ft. Distance: 16 km | Duration: 6 to 7 hrs. Trek through the inner realms of Pindar Valley. Peak views: Nanda Khat (6545 m), Nanda Kot (6,861 m), Mt. Bauljuri (5,922 m), and Changuch Peak (6,322 m). Stay in tents.

Day 5: Trek From Phurkia To Khati Via Dwali | Begin Descending

Altitude: 2,200 m/ 7,300 ft. Trek Distance: 18 km | Duration: 7 to 8 hr. Altitude Loss: 1,000 m/ 3,200 ft. Stay in tents.

Day 6: Drive From Khati To Kathgodam | Say Goodbye To The Mountains

Altitude: 2,050 m/ 6,750 ft. Trek Distance: 4 km | Duration: 1 hr. Drive Distance: 210 km | Duration: 9 to 10 hrs.

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Detail Itinerary

Day 1: Kathgodam to Khati

For this trek nearest railway station Kathgodam hire a taxi and drive to Bageshwar via Almora. Almora is very beautiful hill station city attract traveler in all season then move to Bageshwar which also another beautiful hill station the attraction in this district is Bejnath temple which dedicated to Lord Shiva and situated in the bank of Gomati River. Crossing Bejnath we reach our base campsite Khati by evening. Overnight stay in Khati.

Day 2: Khati to Dwali

Today trek is long so take heavy breakfast. Khati is the largest village on this trek and Kafni Glacier trek. From Khati village other trek also start known as Sundardunga. Khati village is situated on the banks of Pindar Ganga River. One route from Dwali goes for Kafni Glacier trek which is 11 KM ahead. The route is ascends and descend and some area is land sliding zone so be careful put your step. Dwali is a very beautiful place for camping. Overnight stay in Dwali.

Day 3: Dwali to Phurkia

Dwali to Phurkia trek route is stiff ascending. In month of April to Mid-May this whole area and beyond cover with snow so at that time trekking little difficult but we can manage it with our endurance. You constantly gain height and wind chiller. Phurkia is the last campsite of this trek. Sleep early so we start our trek early in the morning. Overnight stay in here.

Day 4: Phurkia – Zero point- Phurkia

We start trek very early in the morning for Pindari Glacier Zero point after breakfast. You left your bag in camp with take only water bottle and packed lunch with you. The trek route not much difficult but due to thin air you face some problem. Which normal in High altitude trek. Once we reach Zero point we find the spellbound views of Mt Baljuri, Mt Panwali Dwar, Nanda Kot and full view of Pindari Glacier. After enjoying the beauty snow-capped mountain then visit Pindari Baba Ashram take some rest here and then trek back to Phurkia. Overnight stay in Tent.

Day 5: Phurkia to Khati Village

Today we take heavy breakfast to cover a long distance back to Khati village most of the part of trek is part is descent with the same route.

Day 6: Khati to Kathgodam

Start early in the morning our trek cover 4KM trek in 1 hr then take your taxi for Kathgodam.

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Accommodation

There will be lodge or homestay accommodation at the base camp, and during the trekking, there'll be shared tents arrangement, ensuring safety throughout your journey.

All Inner Line Permits

We take care of all necessary forest department permissions for your trek, ensuring a smooth and legally compliant journey through the designated areas.

Safety gear

First aid, medical kits, oxygen cylinders, stretchers, etc., will be accessible at all campsites for handling emergencies.

Meals

Enjoy hygienic and nourishing meals prepared by our local cooks, providing the energy you need to tackle each day of your trekking adventure.

Transportation

We arrange transportation from the pickup point to the base camp and any necessary transfers during the trek, ensuring convenient access to the trekking routes.

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