Pangarchulla Trek, Uttarakhand
Trip Highlights
Trek through the steep ridge at an altitude of 15,069 ft and make your way to the enchanting summit
Witness the Nanda Devi Sanctuary which is a treat for your eyes- a landscape that changes with each uphill heave and downward scurry
Enjoy the pleasurable sights of scintillating peaks such as Mt. Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, Donagiri, Kedarnath, Neelkanth, Haathi-Parbat, Ghori Parbat, and much more
Get a chance to come across some of the majestic sights of dense woods of the forests, valleys and the verdant mountains
Know Before You Go
- General precautions and steps are to be taken to initiate good acclimatization with the assistance of guides.
- Those suffering from an ailment or heart disease, diabetes, breathing problems, high altitude sickness or is pregnant cannot participate in this trek.
- Guidelines issued by the State-Government is to be followed.
- Please provide a valid ID at the time of check-in.
- The exact location will be shared with you post-booking.
- Ensure proper waste disposal.
- Respect local cultures and be sensitive to wildlife.
- One can even opt for personal trekking gear and extra oxygen can at an additional cost.
- For extra porters, an additional fee can be paid per day to avail their services and carry personal belongings throughout the trek.
- If you prefer your own sleeping bag you can buy new sleeping bags at good rates from the store
- Transportation from haridwar to joshimath can be availed at extra cost.
Additional Information
About Pangarchulla Peak Trek:
Adorning the Lord Curzon circuit- one of Garhwal Himalaya’s most fabled trails, Pangarchulla Peak Trek. The peak is usually covered with snow and rugged mountain terrains. The one dominant characteristic of your winter adventure to the Pangarchulla Peak will be the threat of snow.
The paves are swaddled with alluring lush greenery, dense jungles, and pristine snow-capped landscapes around. A close-up look of the Garhwal region can be discovered through this trek with the sunshine falling on its summit. Travelers choose to head out on this Trek just to behold the remarkable sights of Nanda Devi, Mana, Hathi, Lampak, and Dronagiri.
Pangarchulla Peak Trek Quick Facts:
Duration: 6D/5N
Maximum Altitude: 15,069 ft.
Pangarchulla Peak Trek Difficulty Level: Moderate to Difficult
Trekking distance: 38 km
Temperature: Day 18°C to 12°C & Night -3°C to -6°C
Pangarchulla Peak Trek Best Time: April, May, October, November
Start point/Endpoint: Joshimath
ATM: Joshimath
Railway Station: Haridwar
Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun
Pangarchulla Trek Package Inclusions:
- Accommodation on a sharing basis (Guesthouse, Homestay, Camping)
- Meals- All veg nutritious meals from dinner at Joshimath on Day 1st to breakfast at Joshimath on Day 6th. Morning and evening tea is served with light snacks.
- Camping charges – All trekking permits and forest camping charges are included for Indians.
- Trekking equipment – High-quality tents, ropes, and sleeping bags in all the camps. Sleeping bags can withstand temperatures as low as -10 ºC.
- Safety equipment – First aid kit, oxygen cylinders, oximeter, etc. will be with the guide/trek leader and at the campsite as well to deal with emergencies.
- Expert Trek Leaders – All our trek leaders are at least qualified in basic/advanced mountaineering and first aid courses.
- Expert Trek support team – The mountain staff on this trek consists of certified guides, cooks, helpers, and porters.
Available Group Departure Dates:
May: 1,8,15,22
October: 2,9,16,23,30
November: 6,13,20
April 2022: 2,3,9,10,16,17,23,24,30
How to reach Joshimath:
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun serves as the nearest airport to Haridwar. Visitors can take a direct flight to Dehradun from Mumbai or Delhi or connecting flights from anywhere in India. Local vehicles can be availed from outside the airport to reach Haridwar by road from Dehradun.
By Rail: Reaching Haridwar By Trains - Haridwar Junction Railway Station (IR station code: HW) is well-connected by train, with frequent trains to Delhi (4-5 hours) and Dehradun (1 hour). There are also a few trains per day to Rishikesh.
By Road: Haridwar is well connected by roads to all major cities and towns, so people as per their choice and comfort can take the bus to reach Haridwar smoothly. Haridwar is connected to Chandigarh (205km), Delhi (210km), Dehradun (59km), and Nainital (223km) through a good network of roads.
Note:
- You can get to Joshimath from Haridwar by bus or by hiring a taxi. Transportation from Thrillophilia can be availed at extra cost.
- If you are a group of 5 or more people then the dates can be customized.
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