Overview
Bali Pass Trek is one of the most adventurous and challenging high-altitude treks in the Indian Himalayas, connecting the Har Ki Dun valley to the Yamunotri region via the Bali Pass. Situated in Uttarakhand’s Govind Wildlife Sanctuary, this trek takes you through dense forests, alpine meadows, remote villages, high-altitude camps, and finally to the steep and thrilling Bali Pass crossing at around 16,200 ft. The trek offers stunning views of Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, Kala Nag, and other Himalayan peaks. Due to its high altitude, long trekking days, and technical pass crossing, Bali Pass is recommended for experienced trekkers with good physical endurance and prior high-altitude trekking experience.
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 0
Delhi → Dehradun
- Departure from Delhi at 9:00 pm
- Pick-up from Akshardham Metro Station
- Overnight journey to Dehradun
Meals: Not included
Day 1
Dehradun → Sankri
- Early morning arrival at Dehradun
- Freshen up and breakfast
- Scenic drive to Sankri village via Mussoorie and Purola
- Lunch en route
- Arrival at Sankri by evening
- Check-in to guesthouse
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: dinner
Day 2
Sankri → Taluka → Seema
- Early morning breakfast
- Drive from Sankri to Taluka
- Begin trek towards Seema village
- Walk along the Supin River
- Lunch during the trek
- Reach Seema campsite by evening
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3
Seema → Har Ki Dun
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek through alpine meadows and forests
- Reach Har Ki Dun valley by afternoon
- Lunch during the trek
- Explore the valley and nearby viewpoints
- Dinner and overnight stay in tents
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner
Day 4
Har Ki Dun → Ruinsara Tal
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek towards Ruinsara Tal lake
- Walk through lush meadows and river crossings
- Reach Ruinsara Tal campsite by evening
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5
Ruinsara Tal → Bali Pass Base Camp
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek to Bali Pass Base Camp
- Steep ascents and high-altitude terrain
- Lunch during the trek
- Reach base camp by afternoon
- Rest and acclimatize
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6
Bali Pass Summit → Yamunotri Base
- Early morning breakfast
- Summit push towards Bali Pass
- Cross the pass and descend carefully
- Reach Yamunotri base camp by evening
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7
Yamunotri Base → Dehradun → Delhi
- Early morning breakfast
- Drive back to Dehradun
- Lunch en route
- Begin overnight return journey to Delhi
- Arrival in Delhi early morning, tentative
Meals: Breakfast
Highlights
Thrilling Bali Pass crossing at 16,200 ft
Connects Har Ki Dun valley with Yamunotri region
Stunning views of Swargarohini and Bandarpoonch peaks
Remote villages and high-altitude camps
Challenging trek ideal for experienced trekkers
Fixed 9:00 pm night departure from Delhi