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KEDARKANTHA WINTER TREK

Winter Trek • Snow Adventure • Summit Trail

5 Days / 4 Nights

24,500

/ Person

Quick Overview (Above the Fold)

PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS

  • Winter trekking through pine and oak forests
  • Snow camping at high-altitude clearings
  • 12,500 ft Kedarkantha summit climb
  • Wide Himalayan views at sunrise
  • Gradual ascent suitable for fit beginners
  • Option for small-group or private winter batches

PACKAGE OVERVIEW

The KedarKantha Winter Journey, curated by Ferrantelli Tours and Travels (OPC) Private Limited is a trail that begins in a quiet mountain village, where wooden houses sit low under winter skies. As you climb, snow appears slowly — first in shaded patches, then across the trail itself.

Days are shaped by movement and cold air. Forests feel dense and protective, opening occasionally into clearings where campsites sit wrapped in silence. Nights are spent in tents under heavy layers, listening to wind move through the trees.

This trek stays with you not for how extreme it is, but for how clearly it introduces you to winter in the mountains — one step at a time.

PACKAGE PRICE OPTIONS

₹24,500

Standard Winter Trek (3 ★)

  • Group trek (larger winter batches)
  • Shared tents & standard winter gear
  • Certified trek leader
  • All meals during the trek
  • Best for: First-time winter trekkers

₹34,000

Deluxe Winter Trek (4 ★)

  • Smaller group size
  • Better sleeping bags & tents
  • Improved camp management
  • Higher guide-to-trekker ratio
  • Best for: Comfort-seeking trekkers in snow

₹46,000

Premium Winter Trek

  • Very small group or private trek
  • Senior winter trek leader
  • Highest staff-to-trekker ratio
  • Flexible pacing where conditions allow
  • Best for: Private groups, couples

ACCOMMODATION DETAILS

  • Sankri: Local guesthouses
  • Trek: Dome tents (shared / private as per tier)

Facilities are basic and winter-appropriate. Warm sleeping bags and mats provided.

DAY–BY–DAY ITINERARY

Day 1: Dehradun → Sankri
  • Early morning drive from Dehradun to Sankri village
  • Scenic mountain drive via Mussoorie / Purola
  • Arrival at Sankri, check-in to guesthouse
  • Evening trek briefing, gear check, and acclimatisation

🏨 Overnight: Sankri (guesthouse)

  • Breakfast at guesthouse
  • Begin trek through dense pine and oak forests
  • Gradual ascent with occasional snow patches (seasonal)
  • Reach the frozen high-altitude lake of Juda Ka Talab

🏕️ Overnight: Juda Ka Talab campsite

  • Trek through open clearings and snow-covered trails
  • Stunning views of surrounding Himalayan ranges
  • Arrival at Kedarkantha Base Camp by afternoon
  • Rest and early dinner in preparation for summit day

🏕️ Overnight: Kedarkantha Base Camp

  • Very early start (pre-dawn)
  • Summit climb to Kedarkantha Peak (12,500 ft)
  • Panoramic sunrise views of Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch & Kinner Kailash
  • Descend carefully back to Juda Ka Talab

🏕️ Overnight: Juda Ka Talab campsite

  • Breakfast at campsite
  • Descend trek back to Sankri village
  • Drive back to Dehradun
  • Trek concludes

🏁 End of Trek

TRANSPORT & TRANSFERS

  • Road transfers: Dehradun ↔ Sankri
  • Trek conducted on foot
  • Local support staff throughout

TRAVEL TO DEHRADUN (OPTIONAL ADD-ON)

  • Departures available from Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru & other Indian cities
  • Fly to Dehradun
  • Train to Dehradun station
  • Road travel from Delhi / Chandigarh

Travel assistance available on request.

✅ PACKAGE INCLUSIONS

  • 4 nights accommodation (guesthouse + camps)
  • All meals during the trek
  • Certified trek leader & support staff
  • Basic winter safety gear
  • First-aid & emergency support

❌ PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS

  • Travel to/from Dehradun
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Porter services (unless added)
  • Personal expenses
  • Anything not mentioned under inclusions

Ideal For

Fit beginners
Snow lovers
Small trekking groups
First summit experiences

Best Time To Visit

December to March. Snow conditions vary through the season.

Important Notes

  • Winter conditions can change rapidly
  • Helicopter services available (subject to weather & availability)
  • Warm clothing, rain protection & basic medical kit recommended
  • Flexibility is essential in the Himalayas
  • Fitness preparation is required
  • Temperatures can drop well below zero
  • Summit attempts depend on weather & safety

❌ CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

  • 15+ days before travel: Minimal charges
  • 7–14 days: Partial retention
  • Less than 7 days / No-show: No refund

Frequently Asked Questions FAQs

Is Kedarkantha suitable for beginners?

Yes, with good fitness and winter readiness.

Snow depends on timing and weather patterns.

Yes. Premium batches allow private or very small groups.

Contact & Bookings

Hiddensee Tours and Travels (OPC) Private Limited Gurgaon, Haryana - India