Trails pass is a high-altitude pass named after famous explorer and is on the head of Pindari glacier which is one of the most accessible Glacier & lies on the outer ring of the Nanda Devi Sanctuary in the Kumaon Himalaya. The Pindari Glacier forms the snout of the river Pindar which forms the main tributary of river Alaknanda which further joins the Bhagirathi to form The Ganges at DevPrayag. Trails pass bridges Pindari Valley with Lwa Valley (Nandadevi East Base camp).
MANDETORY DOCUMENTS
Aadhaar Card.
Passport size Photo.
Travel insurance Mandatory (No trek permit will be issued without insurance).
Medical fitness certificate must for every Participant.
Days: 16
Adventure Type: Expedition
Base Camp: Jaikuni Village
Season: June and September
Month: June | September
Country: India
Altitude: 5,315 m.
Grade: Expedition
Rail Head: Kathgudam
Stay: Homestay and Tent
Food: Veg
Location: Kumayun Himalaya, Uttarakhand
Expedition Distance: 150 Km.
Drive Distance: 560 Km.
Trail Type: Mix Terrain
AirPort: Panthnagar
Highlights:
• Minimum age limit 18 years.
• Anyone can join the trek must having prior experience and good physical conditions.
• The Trekker should have sufficient physical ability to complete a jogging activity of 5 km distance in 40 minutes or 7 km distance in 1 hour without stress.
• If a trekker prefers cycling, he/she has to be completed a distance of 15 km within 45 minutes.
• If a trekker wants to carry a backpack, then he/she should be able to carry an 8-10 kg backpack. If he/she is off-loading, then the trekker should be able to carry minimum 3 kg backpack.
Day 1: Kathgodam - Jaikuni village. Altitude: 2,225 m. Drive duration- 9 hours. Drive - 230 km. Accommodation in Homestay.
Day 2: Jaikuni village stay. Equipments check.
Day 3: Jaikuni village - Doyeli. Altitude: 2,726 m. Trek Duration- 8 hours. Trek- 16 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 4: Doyeli - Pindari Basecamp. Altitude: 3,600 m. Trek Duration- 10 hours. Trek- 28 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 5: Pindari Basecamp. Acclimatization walks. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 6: Pindari Basecamp - Suriya Kharak. Altitude: 4,251 m. Trek Duration- 7 hours. Trek- 13 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 7: Suriya kharak - Rock wall camp. Altitude: 4,466 m. Trek Duration- 9 hours. Trek- 14 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 8: Roekwall climb - Upper Pindari Glacier camp. Altitude: 4,937 m. Trek Duration- 6 hours. Trek- 7 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 9: Upper pindari - Trails pass Basecamp. Altitude: 5,056 m. Trek Duration 6 hours. Trek- 6 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 10: Trails pass (5,327 m.) Cross - Loan Gad camp. Altitude: 4,100 m. Trek Duration- 10 hours. Trek- 20 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 11: Loan Gad camp - Nasanpati Camp. Altitude: 3,867 m. Trek Duration- 8 hours. Trek 15 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 12: Nasanpati Camp - Rilkot. Altitude: 3,236 m. Trek Duration 6 hours. Trek- 14 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 13: Rilkot - Bugdiyar. Altitude: 2,866 m. Trek Duration- 7 hours. Trek- 16 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 14: Bugdiyar - Lilam. Altitude: 1,810 m. Trek Duration 6 hours. Trek- 11 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 15: Lilam - Munsiyari Stay. Altitude: 2,137 m. Drive duration- 1 hours. Drive- 19 km. Accommodation in Hotel.
Day 16: Munsiyari - kathgodam railway station. Drive duration- 10 hours. Drive- 278 km.
Medical Fitness & Self Declaration Form (Mandatory Documents).
Medical Fitness Form & Self Declaration Bond (Mandatory Documents) Medical Fitness Form
Self Declaration Bond
Junior trekkers (below 15 years) should have a company of parents/guardians. Trekkers between 15 to 18 years can come solo with the disclaimer form signed by parent/guardian. Medical & Disclaimer Form (Mandatory Documents).
Enter your details to calculate BMI
| BMI Range | Category | Trek Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 16.5 | Severely Underweight | Not recommended |
| 16.5 - 18.5 | Underweight | Consult coordinator |
| 18.5 - 25 | Normal | You're fit! |
| 25 - 30 | Overweight | Consult coordinator |
| Above 30 | Obese | Not recommended |
Mandatory Documents to Bring on A Trek How to pay Add-ons, Submit Medical Forms, and Dietary Preferences.
Inclusions
1.Accommodation
Day 1st & 2nd in Jaikuni village stay at Homestay.
Day 15th in Munsiyari stay at Hotel.
Day 3rd to Day 14th accommodation at Tent.
2. Food (Veg + non-Veg)
Day 1st Dinner to Day 15th Dinner.
3. Medical Support
Strong Medical kit, Oxygen can, Oximeter.
4. Transportation
Kathgodam - Jaikuni village.
Lilam - Munsiyari Stay.
Munsiyari - kathgodam.
5. Permit
All necessary Trek Permit.
6. Group Leader
Experienced Trek Leader.
7. Safety Equipment
Micro Spike and Gaiter (as per snow condition)
8. Additional Service
Trek Completion Certificate.
Exclusion
1. Personal insurance Mandatory (No trek permit will be issued without insurance). Insurance Charges - 260/- INR.
2. Any kind of personal expenses.
3. Offloading Charges – 10,000/- INR for entire trek per backpack up to 7kg.
4. Any buffer day for unforseen weather added 2500/- INR.
5. Emergency evacuation and hospitalization charges.
Any additional expense arising from various / unforeseen circumstance:
** In the event that an extra day is required for the trekking itinerary due to unforeseen weather conditions, government orders, socio political unrest, self-injury or any others illness during trek. Additional cost of ₹2500/- (Two Thousand Five Hundred Indian Rupees) per day will be incurred. This cost must be paid by the trekkers.
In case any Trekker is injured or medically not fit to carry out the Trek, He or She has to descend. We could be arranged for the same however the Trekkers have to bear the expenses for the descend or discontinue. The same is applicable for someone wiling not to continue the Trek.
Payment Structure
30% of the entire amount as Advance for Booking.
Rest amount will be paid 15 days before date of journey.
Cancellation Policy
30 Days Prior: Full Refund as a voucher.
15-29 Days Prior: 75% Refund as a voucher.
08-14 Days Prior: 50% Refund as a voucher.
0-7 Days Prior: No Refund.
Reschedule Policy
30 Days Prior: No Reschedule Charges.
15 – 29 Days Prior: 10% Charges will apply from Trek cost.
08 – 14 Days Prior: 20% Charges will apply from Trek cost.
0 – 7 Days Prior: No Reschedule or No Refund.
Non - appearance on the trek start day No refund.
Any additional expense arising from various / unforeseen circumstance:
** In the event that an extra day is required for the trekking itinerary due to unforeseen weather conditions, government orders, socio political unrest, self-injury or any others illness during trek. Additional cost of ₹2500/- (Two Thousand Five Hundred Indian Rupees) per day will be incurred. This cost must be paid by the trekkers.
In case any Trekker is injured or medically not fit to carry out the Trek, He or She has to descend. We could be arranged for the same however the Trekkers have to bear the expenses for the descend or discontinue. The same is applicable for someone wiling not to continue the Trek.
Backpack
1. Rucksack with Rain cover, 2. Knapsack.Footwear
1. Trekking Shoe (consult trek manager/trek leader), 2. Back belt Sandal.Accesories
1. Sunglass (UV Protected), 2. Head Torch (with Extra batteries), 3. Water bottle, 4. Trekking Poles, 5. Power Bank, 6. Lunch Box & Spoon.Clothing
1. Sun Cap, 2. Woolen Cap, 3. Buff/Balaclava, 4. Full sleeve T-shirts (2), 5. Half Sleeve T-shirts (2), 6. Fleece (1), 7. Feather Jacket (1), 8. Trek Pants (2), 9. Rain pants (1), 10. Socks (Cotton 4 + Woolen 1), 11. Gloves.Personal Items
1. Sunscreen, 2. Toothbrush, 3. Toothpaste, 4. Paper soap/Sanitizer, 5. Lip Balm, 6. Toilet tissue (Roll).
