Nandi Kund Trek

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₹ 100500

$ 1148

+ 5% GST
+ Rs 180 Trek Insurance

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TREK DIFFICULTY
Moderate
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TREK DURATION
15 Days
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HIGHEST ALTITUDE
14,000 ft
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GROUP SIZE
12 People
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TOTAL TREK DISTANCE
126 Km
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BASECAMP
Uttarakhand
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BEST TIME
May End - June, and Sep - Early October
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PICKUP POINT
Dehradun (Prince Chowk)
TREK DIFFICULTY
Moderate
TREK DURATION
15 days
HIGHEST ALTITUDE 14,000 ft GROUP SIZE 12 People
TOTAL TREK DISTANCE 126 Km BASECAMP Uttarakhand
BEST TIME May End - June, and Sep - Early October PICKUP POINT Dehradun (Prince Chowk)
 

Nandi Kund Trek Overview

Nandi Kund Trek is located in the northeast Garhwal area and combines natural beauty, religious feeling, and thrill. This trek is at a height of 8850 m and finds itself nestled with towering snow-capped peaks and enchanting greenery around, and all these are dominated by Chaukhamba all through the trek. Nandi Kund is calm water crystal clear which gives the majestic look of the peaks and thus, has a very soothing and tranquil atmosphere. The Nandi Kund trek is a spiritually rewarding trek situated in the Garhwal Himalayas part which is still not explored fully by the trekkers. Starting from the source of river Ganga known as Nandi Kund to the challenging Ghiya Vinayak Pass, this trek is going to be an experience on its own. No matter if one is an experienced trekker or a believer in spirituality, Nandi Kund Trek, is one of the commendable treks. 

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NandiKund Lake, PC: SUMIT WALIA

Trek Fee

$1148

₹100500 /Per person

+ 5% GST | + Rs 180 Trek Insurance

Inclusions and Exclusions, Scholarships & waivers, Cancellation policy


 

Mountain Summits and Pure Lakes

Nandi Kund is a high-altitude lake believed to be as deep as it is and stretches to a size of 1 ½ kilometers. It originated from the lake facilitating the Madhyamaheshwar Ganga; the river’s trekking trail contains several streams through which travelers trek. These woods are mythologically correlated to the Pandavas, the heroes of the ‘Indian epic’, Mahabharata, which makes the atmosphere of the lake a little mystic.

Challenging yet Rewarding

The Nandi Kund Trek falls under moderate to difficult trek mostly because of steep inclines. It comprises slopes, declines and trackless areas and therefore the walkers have to be physically strong and preferably accompanied by a guide. It is not technical; however, one has to be in good physical condition and possess map and compass skills, particularly from Kachni Khal to Pandavsera.

Mythology: Places Which Have Importance in the Ancient Religion

More than a nature trail, this trek is a mythology trail, a walk through the narrative weaved by the gods of the Hindu pantheon. Initially, the path to Nandi Kund is said to be the same path on which Pandavas had to walk. The trek includes visits to two important temples of the Panch Kedars: Sensed a peculiar ecstasy in visiting two of the twelve Jyotirlingas namely Madhyamaheshwar and Kalpeshwar both having their tales to tell. The kshetra is also having a sacred tank known as Nandi named after the bull of Lord Shiva for the benefit of the devotees.

Ghiya Vinayak Pass: An interesting story

Notably, this segment is particularly fascinating; Ghiya Vinayak Pass, which has an elevation of 15,500 feet. This route over the Roch’s moraines is quite dangerous but spectacular and provides a wonderful view of Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi, and other giants. This pass links Madhyamaheshwar and Kalpeshwar and crossing the pass is considered quite an accomplishment by the trekkers.

Picturesque Bugyals and Meadows

It also traverses some of the most virgin but most beautiful meadows such as the Barma Bugiyal, Manpai Bugiyal, and the Kachni Bugyal. These have a more enhanced natural beauty to offer and preventing you from the arduous climbing, the grass-carpeted terrains can be a reprieve. 

Advisory:

Going by the nature of this trek I do not recommend that one does it singly especially if one is a first-time trekker or has no prior experience in such treks. A local guide is an important aspect during the hiking since the castles’ location is a bit tricky especially due to the steep region

Additional Attractions:

Joshimath

One of the holiest places for Shaivite pilgrimage, Joshimath was founded by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century. A place of religious significance it encompasses the temples of Nav Durga and Narsingh.

Kalpeshwar

Kalpeshwar temple is another temple of Lord Shiva and is one of the Panch Kedar and it is located at Urgam valley. Located at an altitude of 2134 meters this temple gives a peaceful and spiritually charged experience.



The nearest airport to Nandi Kund Lake is the Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun. From there, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to Joshimath, which serves as the base camp for the trek to Nandi Kund Lake.

Pandavsera is located in the scenic region of Madmaheshwar in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India.

Package Inclusions

  1. Transport support from Dehradun to Dehradun or Rishikesh Onwards Pick-up Time: Around 6:30 am
  2. All vegetarian meals starting from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on the last day
  3. Professional Guide, Cook and Support staff
  4. First-Aid kit with Oximeter and Portable Oxygen Cylinder
  5. Kitchen tents, common tents, toilet tents with portable toilet seats
  6. Rent for camping equipment like Clean sleeping bags and foam mattresses, Good quality ‘A’ shaped or dome tents, Camping stools, Table and Crampons and gaiters if required
  7. Forest entry charges for Indian nationals (Additional charges will be applicable for international tourists)
  8. Porter and mule support to carry camping equipment and NOT personal luggage
  9. Accommodation throughout the trek on a twin/triple-sharing basis

Exclusions

  1. Personal expenses like tips, personal medicines, phone calls etc.
  2. Any transport support during the trek apart from what is included above
  3. Any cost or services not mentioned in the Inclusions
  4. Accommodation in Dehradun/Rishikesh
  5. Adventure Insurance
  6. Cost arising due to unforeseen incidents like bad weather, medical evacuation, roadblocks etc
  7. Porter and mule support to carry personal Luggage can be arranged at an additional cost of INR 350 per bag per day (weighing up to 12 kg)
  8. Please carry a lunch box for packed lunch/breakfast to avoid using polythenes and Aluminium foils. Keeping the Himalayas clean is our own responsibility. Reduce the use of Plastic when you are in the abode of the Sacred Himalaya. 🌱

 

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Trek Fee

$ 1148

₹ 100500 /Per serson

+ 5% GST | + Rs 180 Trek Insurance

Inclusions and Exclusions, Scholarships & waivers, Cancellation policy


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