Overview
The Kedarkantha Trek is one of the most popular Himalayan treks in India and is especially known for its snow-covered trails and consistent summit success rate. Located in Uttarakhand's Govind Wildlife Sanctuary, the trek reaches an altitude of approximately 12,500 ft and offers an ideal introduction to high-altitude trekking. With well-defined trails, scenic campsites, and gradual ascents, Kedarkantha is suitable for beginners while still providing a complete Himalayan trekking experience.
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 0
Delhi to Sankri
- Departure from Delhi at night around 9:00 pm
- Pick-up from Akshardham Metro Station
- Overnight journey towards Sankri via Dehradun
Day 1
Arrival at Sankri
- Arrival at Sankri village
- Check-in to guesthouse
- Evening briefing by trek leader
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Sankri to Juda Ka Talab
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek through pine and oak forests
- Lunch during the trek
- Reach Juda Ka Talab campsite
- Evening snacks
- Dinner and overnight stay in tents
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks & Dinner
Day 3
Juda Ka Talab to Kedarkantha Base Camp
- Breakfast at campsite
- Trek through snow trails and alpine clearings
- Lunch during the trek
- Reach Kedarkantha Base Camp by afternoon
- Evening snacks
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks & Dinner
Day 4
Kedarkantha Summit and Return to Sankri
- Early morning breakfast
- Summit push to Kedarkantha Summit
- Descend back towards Sankri
- Lunch during descent
- Evening snacks at Sankri
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks & Dinner
Day 5
Sankri to Delhi
- Early morning breakfast
- Departure for Delhi
- Return journey to Delhi
- Arrival in Delhi early morning next day (tentative)
Meals: Breakfast
Highlights
Snow trekking experience during winter months
High summit success rate
Sunrise views from Kedarkantha summit
Forest trails and scenic alpine camps
Beginner-friendly high-altitude trek
Night departure from Delhi