DARWA PASS TREK

DARWA PASS TREK

India, Uttarakhand


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This is a classic trek for first-timers keen to discover the outdoors and experience the mighty Himalayas at high altitude.  High up, beyond the valley of the Bhagirathi River, is the pristine and tranquil Dodital (tal means lake in Hindi). Beyond lies the Darwa Pass (3750m) between the major river valleys of the Ganga and the Yamuna. A little further up from the pass is Darwa Top (4150m), the highest point in the area from where it seems as though the mighty Bandarpunch, Swargarohini and other peaks are close enough to be touched by an outreached hand. The trek to the pass and beyond is the traditional route used by Gujjars (nomadic herdsmen), who take their cattle up to the meadows for grazing and also by sadhus (holy men) walking between the temples of Gangotri and Yamunotri.
 

Itinerary

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Arrive Dehradun airport and later drive to Kanataal (2.5hrs Drive). Overnight at Hotel
We start early in the morning and drive to our start-point a little ahead of Uttarkashi. We then start the trek to Bevra with a 2km stretch on the road along the banks of the gurgling Assiganga stream upto Sangamchatti, the roadhead. From Sangamchatti it is a steady uphill climb for the next 4 to 5 kms, as the trail winds through deciduous forests to Agoda Village. Bevra is just 1.5 kms from Agoda. Overnight Camp Bevra.
The well shaded trail take us upwards through beautiful forests of Himalayan Oak and Rhododendron. There is no permanent habitation beyond Bevra, only a few shepherd huts at Majhi, which are occasionally used by pilgrims travelling between Gangotri and Yamunotri. The views on the way are magnificent, with snow-capped mountains peeping out. Another hour and half walk brings us to the serene fresh waters of Dodital Lake. Overnight Camp Dodital.
The trail goes steadily uphill, crossing several small streams that feed Dodital, and gets quite steep as we reach the open alpine meadow just below the Darwa Pass. From the pass we will ascend a further 300m to Darwa Top just an hour away. The Top offers stunning 360 degree views of the snow capped Himalayan ranges. Overnight Camp Kanasar.
A considerably long day today. The trail to Seema is all downhill and the trail takes us across verdant alpine meadows, with brilliant, close-up views of the Bandarpunch range all day long. Overnight Camp at Seema
Its another long day today. From Kandoli we descend quickly along a thick forested path amidst Himalayan Oak & Rhododendron trees for a couple of hours before we reach the roadhead at Hanumanchatti. We then have a long 6 hours drive to reach the Dehradun airport. People flying out the same evening can look at flights departing Dehradun late evening. People boarding the train from Dehradun to Delhi will be dropped to Dehradun railway station.

Trip Cost

57750

DEHRADUN TO DEHRADUN , TWIN SHARING

Payment Schedule

20000 - Booking Amount

TRIP COST INCLUDES
  • - All transport in a non-ac car / Tempo Traveller as per the itinerary above
  • - Full board accommodation at a budget hotel/ guest house in Uttarkashi
  • - Accommodation in tents with foam sleeping pads for 4 nights on the mountain
  • - All meals on the trip 
  • - All permits & camping fee
  • - Full board camping arrangements on the mountain with a large mess tent, tables & stools
  • - White Magic Trip Leader assisted by certified, experienced local guides. 
  • - Porterage of luggage & camping gear.
  • - GST as applicable (Subject to change as per govt rules). 
TRIP COST EXCLUDES
  • - Any travel (air/ train/ road) to Dehradun or back from Dehradun 
  • - Sleeping Bag & Items of personal clothing
  • - Air Fares, Visas, Insurance, Airport taxes, laundry, phone calls, beverages and bottled water, souvenirs and other expenses of a personal nature
  • - Tips for guides, cooks & porters. 
  • - Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, landslides, road conditions and any other circumstances beyond our control.
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  • Note -
    - Single Room in Hotels and Single Tent while camping can be arranged at an additional cost.

 

Cancellation terms

If it becomes necessary to cancel your trip, you must notify the office immediately in writing. The following terms would be applicable.
 

• More than 45 days prior to departure - we will refund the entire amount received by us minus a processing fee.

• Less than 45 days prior to departure - 25% of the Trip Cost as the cancellation charges and we will refund the balance.

• Less than 30 days prior to departure - 50% of the Trip Cost as cancellation charges and we will refund the balance.

• Less than 21 days - the entire amount would be forfeited.
 

The tour price is quoted as a package. No partial refunds or credit will be given for services not used. We recommend that you obtain cancellation travel insurance upon booking. If you can replace your spot by getting someone else to take that seat cancellation charges would be waived completely.

Pls note that these cancellation terms may be amended from time to time.

What to expect

 

A trip graded as a Moderate Trek takes you to high altitude regions - above 3000m / 10,0000ft and will involve considerable altitude gain over the course of the trek. Altitude will have an effect, hence one would need to be careful about acclimatization. Moderate treks will have multiple days which involve considerable amount of ascents and descents  and would require walking for more than 6 hours. There might be a day or two of camping in relatively high altitudes above 4000m / 13,000ft. A typical trek will last around a week to ten days depending on the region and is a good step-up for people who have completed a beginner trek.

Good fitness level is needed to enjoy this trek. Some training up before the trip would help. Prior trekking experience is desirable.
 

 

Alpine glow on Bandarpunch peak Twin peaks of Bandarpunch visible in the background The trail going through vast meadows More of the beautiful grassy meadows with Mt.Bandarpunch Who wouldn't be jumping with joy when you reach the top & get that view? Our Seema campsite amidst the lush green meadows More views of Bandarpunch! A picturesque lake by the campsite Dodital Lake Another one of our pretty campsites on the trek Amaranth crop ready for harvest at Agora village in Assi Ganga valley

 

Photo Album - Fall Season 2017
Photo Album - June 2013
Photo Album - May 2012

 

 

 

57750

Trip cost
57750

57750

Trip cost
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