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Panpatia Col Trek is a challenging high-altitude trek in the Indian Himalayas, connecting the holy shrines of Badrinath and Kedarnath via a rarely explored glacial pass at over 5,200 meters. It's known for its rugged terrain, icy crevasses, and breathtaking views of peaks like Neelkanth, Parvati, and Nanda Devi. This trek is recommended for experienced mountaineers due to its technical difficulty and unpredictable weather conditions.
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: 12
Adventure Type: Trekking
Base Camp: Joshimath
Season: June and September
Month: June | September
Country: India
Altitude: 5,260 m.
Grade: Challenging
Rail Head: Haridwar / Rishikesh
Stay: Hotel and Tent
Food: Veg and non-veg as per availability
Location: Chamoli, Uttarakhand
Trek Distance: 70 Km.
Drive Distance: 510 Km.
Trail Type: Mix Terrain
AirPort: Jolly Grant (Dehradun)
Highlights:
• Minimum age limit 15 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: Team meet in Joshimath. Accommodation in Hotel.
Day 2: Joshimath – Binakuli. Drive Duration- 2 hours. Drive- 35 km.
Same day: Trek to Khirao. Altitude: 2,834 m. Trek Duration – 3/4 hours. Trek - 3 km. Accommodation in Tent.Day 3: Khirao – Shepherds camp. Altitude: 3,611 m. Trek Duration – 5 hours. Trek- 7 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 4: Shepherds Camp – Snout Camp. Altitude: 3,967 m. Trek Duration – 5/6 hours. Trek - 7 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 5: Acclimatize day at Snout Camp. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 6: Snout Camp – Morain Camp. Altitude: 4,450 m. Trek Duration - 6 hours. Trek - 6 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 7: Morain Camp – Parvati gully basecamp. Altitude: 4,983 m. Trek Duration – 8 hours. Tek - 7 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 8: Parvati gully – Panpatia icefield Camp. Altitude: 5,213 m. Trek Duration – 6 hours. Trek - 5 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 9: Panpatia icefield – Panpatia Col (5,260 m.) - Sujal sarover campsite. Altitude: 4,650 m. Trek Duration – 9 hours. Trek - 10 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 10: Sujal sarover Campsite – Kachni khal. Altitude: 4,317 m. Trek Duration – 7 hours. Trek - 8 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 11: Kachni khal – Madmaheswar. Altitude: 3,240 m. Trek Duration – 5 hours. Trek - 8 km. Accommodation in Tent.
Day 12: Madmaheswar – Ransi Village. Trek Duration-8 hours. Trek- 16 km. Accommodation in Hotel.
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 and Day 12th accommodation in Hotel.
Day 2nd to Day 11th accommodation in Tent.
2. Food (Veg + non-Veg)
Day 1st Dinner to Day 12th Dinner.
3. Medical Support
Strong Medical kit, Oxygen can, Oximeter.
4. Transportation
Joshimath – Binakuli by car.
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 - 860/- INR.
2. Any kind of personal expenses.
3. Transit food not included.
4.
5. Transport - 3,500/- INR. Haridwar / Rishikesh - Joshimath and Ransi village - Joshimath.
6. 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 ₹2,500/- (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 ₹2,500/- (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).
