INTRODUCTION:

At a high altitude of 15010 ft, the Pangarchulla peak trek has one of the most breath-taking views from the top. This trek can be done by a beginner or any experienced trekker. It has moderate level difficulty but sometimes it might become a little more difficult for you to keep up with the pace of the nature. This trek is situated in Joshimath district of Uttarakhand, it is 280 kms drive away from Haridwar. If you are lucky enough, you will be able to see Himalayan bears and leopards while you trek in the middle of dense forests on your way up. You will be able to have a sight of Mt.Nnada Devi, Chaukhamba, Hathi Parbat and other astonishing mountain peaks. You can also witness some shepherds grazing their sheep on the lush green meadows. This trek is an absolute adrenaline rush trek. This trek takes about 6-7 days, and one of the best things about this trek is that you will have enough time to appreciate the things you see around yourself, you will have enough time to adore the green meadows, the dense forests, the upward trail of the trek. In a nutshell, Pangarchulla peak trek is one of the best treks in the Himalayan region and yet it is underrated. But we all know; all the underrated things are better then the hyped ones. This trek will provide you both, thrill as well as peace form within.  

ITINERARY 

1.HARIDWAR TO AULI 

You will have to drive through a distance of 285 Kms, for about 8-9 hours to reach Auli from Haridwar. The journey will also be memorable as you will be travelling through the mountains alongside the holy river Ganga. You will be passing Rishikesh, Dev Prayag and Rudra Prayag on your way to Auli. You will be seeing the place of intersection of 2 holy rivers of India i.e., Bhagirati and Alakananda which makes a very famous and unique pilgrimage here. 

 

2.AULI TO TALI

A total of 5-6 hours of trek, passing through lush green meadows and a wonderful view of Mt. Nanda Devi. There’s a drive of about 5Kms to reach the starting point of the trek. You will be crossing forests of oak, deodhar, maple and chestnut trees in which you might be able to spot a bear or two. 

 

3.TALI TO KAURI PASS 

3500 meters of trek, would take about 3-4 hours. A straight walk from Tali to Kauri pass which won’t tire you. And if you want to see mesmerising peaks, you can go to another pass, and have amazing views from there too. Here, you will be able to see peaks of Kedarnath, Neelkanth, Dronagri. If you are a Bhole Bhagat, you will absolutely love the view. Read Also Travel news At travelmozi

 

4.KAURI PASS TO SUMMIT OF PANGARCHULLA PEAK 

Take about 6-7 hours, if started early, you will be able to witness the most beautiful sunrise of all times. It is covered in snow, and it would be easier for you all to walk on hard snow early morning rather then waling on melted snow. 

 

5.KHULARA TO DHAK 

Now the journey will start descending. It is about 3-4 hours of trek downwards. A marketplace, Dhak, is the end point of you trek. You will cover a lot of dense forests on you way down. From dhak, it’s a 45-1-hour drive to Auli. 

6.AULI TO HARIDWAR

A massive distance of 280 Kms, about 7-8 hours, you will be taking back thousand of memories with you. Beautiful forests, greenery around you, local practices and local culture of this trek will all be inside you for the rest of your life. Your journey of the trek will be ending here. 

7.BEST TIME TO DO THIS TREK 

The best time to travel to Pangarchulla trek is from the month of May to October. You will be able to see snow capped peaks, and also walk on one. The risk and difficulty of the trek also depends on the month you choose to travel to the peak. Post-monsoon season is also considered a very good time for this trek. As in winters, mountains receive high snowfalls and in monsoon it becomes tricky and slippery for people to move.

  8.DIFFICULTY LEVEL 

It can be considered a difficult trek as the terrain is not suitable for beginner trekkers. It has a high altitude, so some people might face difficulty in breathing. In between the meadows and forests, there is also a rocky and sedimented path which can prove to be difficult for experienced trekkers too. You must come prepared if you are willing to go on a trek at such a high altitude.  

 

 

THE MAJESTIC MOUNTAINS, THE GOLDEN SUNSETS AND THE SNOW- CAPPED PEAKS ARE TO DIE FOR.