Trek to Har Ki Dun

• Day 1: Arrive at Mussoorie 
• Day 2: Travel from Mussoorie to Sankri
• Day 3: Travel from Sankri to Taluka and then trek to Osla 
• Day 4: Trek from Osla to Har Ki Dun base camp
• Day 5: Trek from base camp to Har Ki Dun - Jaundhar Glacier/Hata Valley & back to Base Camp
• Day 6: Trek to Osla from Har Ki Dun Base Camp
• Day 7: Trek from Osla to Taluka & travel to Sankri
• Day 8: Travel from Sankri to Mussoorie
• Day 9: Travel back to home.

Detailed Itinerary:

Day 1: Mussoorie

Altitude: 6,170 ft (1880 m)
Travel: 6-7 Hours
Accommodation Type: Premier Hotel

On Day 1 you arrive in Mussoorie, you will now check-in to a 4-star hotel spend some time unwinding. Later, you meet your fellow Nomads for a quick introductory session after which you will have a short briefing on tomorrow's trek with your trek lead. You will stay the night in Mussoorie.

Day 2: Sankri

Altitude: 6,455 ft (1,920 m)
Travel Duration: 7-8 hours
Accommodation Type: Resort

On Day 2, you start traveling towards Sankri from Mussoorie. The beautiful drive takes you through banks of Yamuna river and later Tons river. You will also see picturesque pine trees on the route today. As you arrive in Sankri, you will notice that the air is crisper and extremely fresh, making this a refreshing change from your city life. You check in to a resort in Sankri post-arrival and spend some time relaxing. Sankri, is as gorgeous as can get giving you brilliant photo-opportunities. A good evening stroll around the village is perfect to fill up your Instagram feed & to get yourself warmed up for the trek the next morning. Stay the night at the resort in Sankri.

Day 3: Taluka & Osla

Taluka Altitude: 7,000 ft (2,133 m)
Osla Altitude: 8,202 ft (2,500 m)
Travel Duration: 30 minutes
Trek Duration: 4-5 hours
Accommodation Type: Homestay

Wake up early in the morning freshen up & start your journey towards Taluka. Taluka will be the starting point of your trek to Har Ki Dun which is approximately 27 kilometers from here. From Taluka, you start trekking to Osla (also known as Seema Village). You will be trekking on even terrain and passing through forests of Chinar, Chestnuts, Walnuts, Willows and other coniferous trees. This trek will also take you through various waterfalls and decide on taking one of the two routes - a steep climb to Dhaatmeer Village or a regular trek to Karmansha stream, both of which meet at Gangaar Village. From here, you trek directly to Osla. Reach Osla by late evening and you will find your homestay awaiting you. 

Day 4: Har Ki Dun Base Camp

Altitude: 11,318 ft (3,500 m)
Trek Duration: 5-6 hours
Accommodation Type: Camping

Post breakfast, you start trekking through the winding trails of the various fields of Osla. This trail will closely give you a glimpse of the local lifestyle and culture of the area. You will also get great glimpses of peaks such as - Black Peak & Bandar ki Poonch and the gorgeous jungles & meadows of the Ruinsara Valley. This trail is also a great way to explore the various wildflowers & birds of the region. To make this route even better, you will encounter a beautiful waterfall along with plenty of small streams and rivulets. This trek goes from easy to moderate here and there. At a steady pace, you should be able to reach Base Camp in 5-6 hours. Tonight you camp at Har Ki Dun base camp. 

Day 5: Har Ki Dun - Jaundhar Glacier/Hata Valley 

Altitude: 11,699 ft (3,566 m) / 12,631 ft (3,850 m)
Trek Duration: 5 hours
Accommodation Type: Camping

You start your day early today and after a sumptuous breakfast amidst the mountains. You can today start exploring the Har Ki Dun Valley and continue exploring the Hata Valley. The beauty of the untouched valley will leave you speechless adding to this, the undiluted view of the Swargarohini Peak makes for a picture-perfect scene. After exploring the valley, you return back to the base camp by late afternoon. You camp the night in the base camp today.  

Day 6: Osla

Altitude: 8,202 ft (2,500 m)
Trek Duration: 4-5 hours
Accommodation Type: Homestay

On Day 6 after exploring the valley a little more, you start trekking back to Osla. Once you reach Osla, you can unwind and relax for the rest of the day.   

Day 7: Taluka & Sankri

Taluka Altitude: 7,000 ft (2,133 m)
Sankri Altitude: 6,455 ft (1,920 m)
Trek Duration: 4-5 hours
Travel Duration: 30 minutes
Accommodation Type: Resort

Today you start trekking down to Taluka from Osla. On reaching Taluka, you will see our vehicle ready to transport us back to Sankri. Upon reaching Sankri, you can either choose to relax in the resort or, you can take a stroll around the Sankri village.

Day 8: Mussoorie

Altitude: 6,170 ft (1880 m)
Travel: 6-7 Hours
Accommodation Type: Premier Hotel

On Day 8, after enjoying a great breakfast at the resort, you check out from the resort you start your journey from Sankri to Mussoorie. You will be reaching Mussoorie either late in the afternoon or mid-evening depending on the weather condition & traffic. Stay the night in Mussoorie. 

Day 9: Your City

Travel back to your city.

Trek Insurance

Trekking in the Himalayas comes with its own set of risks. While adventure is fun and can be extremely thrilling, nature can be unpredictable, and to help secure you during your trek, it is of utmost importance that you are covered with insurance.

We've gone a step ahead and made sure that you don't have to worry about scouting for the best insurance option out there. When you trek with us, your insurance comes as a part of your inclusions. To know more about the benefits covered and sum insured, click here.

Risk and Liability 

We will endeavor to make your program smooth and as pleasant as possible. However, the entire course of trekking depends on the ranges of the mighty mountains, physical health, and environmental conditions. Therefore, TrekNomads shall not be responsible for any changes in the itineraries due to unavoidable circumstances and natural disasters such as landslide, road blockage, flood, snowing, cancellation of flight and delay, any type of sickness including altitude sickness.

Fitness Criteria 

This trek requires a good level of fitness.

If you're not already following a fitness regime, you would need to follow the regime that will be shared with you. The training routine is spread over four months and you would be expected to work out at least 4 times a week. The regime is designed to help you climb smarter even in higher altitudes. The regime consists of a good combination of exercises that works on all parts of your body including - Upper Body, Core, Endurance, Lower Body, Shoulder strength and streamlining your breathing pattern. When followed religiously, you can rest assured that you will be ready for the trek. Not only does this regime help you with the trek, but it will also help you inculcate a sense of fitness in your day-to-day life. 

Do’s and Don’ts:

• We believe in leaving the mountains in a better condition, which is why we follow a no-litter policy on our treks. Each trekker will have to bring back the waste that is created during the trek.
• Trekking is best enjoyed when you’ve worn comfortable clothes. Try and avoid wearing Jeans, bright colors and heavy apparel as much as possible.
• A lighter backpack always helps you have a better trek, try and carry just as much as needed.
• Always be in sight of your trek lead, if you feel the need to stop for any reason at all, please keep the trek lead informed.
• If you do come across any reptiles, animals or even insects during the trek, please keep your calm and let it patiently pass by. Any kind of noise and panic will scare them as well.
• Do not venture out into the forest/waterfalls on your own as it may be dangerous.
• Trekking is a good adventure, having said that, it is our primary responsibility to take good care of ourselves and be compassionate towards fellow trekkers
• If, at any point, during the trek, you feel uneasy or unwell, please inform the trek lead immediately
• Tune in to the sounds of nature while on a trek and avoid carrying speakers or playing music during the course of the trek
• To help you enjoy the trek to the fullest, we avoid smoking and consumption of alcohol, and other intoxicants during the course of the trek