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Grade On these treks one can be required to trek continuously for more than a week through remote areas and at times trekking for more than 7 hrs a day. On most of these treks one has to cross passes or areas which are snow covered and involve camping at altitude of more than 4000m. Fit people with some kind of hiking experience & a spirit of adventure can contemplate going on these trails.
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Total TrekkingRiding on Asia’s longest and highest ropeway, savouring the view of some of the largest peaks in the world, and skiing on the longest ropeway in India It is no exaggeration to say that Bali Pass Trek in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, Himalayan Mountains is mountaineers’ delight. In this Trek (4800 meters above sea-level) one can enjoy and come across hilly-terrain, rough boulders, dense forests with greenery everywhere, smooth silky lush green meadows, snow-clad glaciers and ice-frozen trekking path etc. when crossing each stop of Bali Pass Trekking. Ball Pass Trek starts from the Tons River Valley and ends in Yamuna River Valley. History has it that in the 1940s a School Teacher by name Jack Gibson of Doon School made this trek popular. Many Trekkers now enjoy his same pleasures every year in crowds.
The breathtaking views of Himalayan Peaks namely Swargarohini, Kalanag and Banderpunch are highlights of Bali Pass Trek, along with the splendid view of Supine Valley, and taking a holy-dip in the sacred Ruinsara Lake and visiting Yamunotri Temple, as extra bonuses. Best season for enjoying this Trek most is May to October. Popular among Trekkers is the route taken from Dehradun to Sankri via Mussoorie, Kempty Falls, Naugaon, Purola, Mori and Netwar. The actual trekking starts from Sankri to pass through Govind National Park (beautiful wild-flowers can’t be missed in pine and deodar forest); Taluka; Seema; Roiltia Waterfall Camp; Ruinsara Lake; Godari Camp (4100 meters); Upper Dhamni via Bali Pass; Yamunotri and Hanumanchatti.
After enjoying rest at Sankri after 7 hours travel from Dehradun, trekkers can embark to Taluka and Seema (12 kms). Although motorable, the journey by walk through the forest range will be more enchanting. Walking along the River bank, crossing fields, and apple orchards and pine forest. Seema to Roiltia is ascending trail of 4 Kms, and when the walkers cross this trail enjoying the green fields and flora and fauna as donation of Tons River, they really like the trekking. Reaching at Roiltia Waterfall they camp happily during night.
The next lap of the trek is ascending trail again for 9 kms. Until reaching the Ruinsara valley and the Ruinsara Lake, your eyes are feasting the pine, fir, birch and rhododendron bushes and trees. These are lovely sights only for the enjoyment of trekkers in Himalayan Mountains. Beautiful green meadows abound alongside Ruinsara Lake. Kalanag Peak is clearly visible from here. Local people believe this Lake as a sacred one and taking a holy-dip is considered divine.
Trekkers rest for one more day at this Ruinsara Lake Camp, to visit Kyarkoti base-camp for Kalanag peak trekking and back to the camp. This rest also acts as rejuvenation for climbing uphill next day. Marching towards Godari (4100 meters) and camping in such a best location high over the Mountain and excellent view of the valley below are really fantastic experiences. Godari to Upper Damini via Bali Pass will also be thrilling, because you have to ascend first to reach 4800 meters and descend through the alpine zone to reach Upper Damini at 4000 meters. Fabulous views of Himalayan Peaks, especially Panchachuli will be unforgettable. The downward-trek to Yamunotri and Hanumanchatti begins thereafter. On the way visit Yamunotri temple, worshipped very piously by the local people. From Hanumanchatti back to Dehradun to carry home the sweet memories of adventurous and lovely Bali Pass Trek!
Best time to travel to Bali Pass Trek is in summers (May – June) and post monsoon (September – October).
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The weather of Bali Pass remains salubrious and pleasing during summers. The Himalayas are distinctly visible and the cool breeze adds charm to the vacation. Carry light woolens with you.
After Monsoon:
The greenery of Bali Pass welcomes the tourist to get lost into the wilderness of nature. Enjoy the sip of tea, gazing at the snow capped peaks at Bali Pass during monsoons. There are chances of getting roads blocked for a couple of hours due to landslides but the scenic beauty of Bali Pass during monsoons is worth taking the risk. Do carry raincoats.
At an elevation of 4950mts, Bala is a high altitude pass, which offers the view of Kala Nag, Banderpoonch & Swargarohini peaks. Trek to Bala Pass is not easy to walk; trekkers will require the assistance of technical gears like crampons and rope.
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Stay IncludedIn the morning catch an AC train to Dehradun (scheduled at 06:50 hrs). Arrival at Dehradun by 12:30 hrs and meet our representative who will assist you to reach Mussoorie, which is a popular hill station in Uttarakhand. On arrival at Mussoorie, check-in to a hotel. Evening is free to explore the nearby places. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Today, we shall drive from Mussoorie to Sankri, which will be our starting point of the trek. The route from Mussoorie to Sankri passes through Yamuna Bridge and Naitwar at Tons valley. Driving continue to Naitwar, which is an entrance of Govind Wildlife Sanctuary. The wildlife sanctuary is a home to large number of mammal species like Snow leopard, Black bear, Brown bear, Musk deer, Bharal, Himalayan Thar. A few endangered birds like Monal pheasant, Koklas pheasant, Western Tragopan, Himalayan Snow cock, Golden eagle, Bearded Vulture, Cuckoo, Owl and Bulbul can be found in the wildlife Sanctuary. Overnight stay in Sankri.
Our day will start with a trek to Taluka village along the Supin River. The trail is a motorable road, therefore it is an easy trek day done for merely acclimatisation. We shall cross through remote village that has two-storied houses that overlook the streams. There are about 42 fairly populated villages in the area of sanctuary; some are situated at a height of 2900 mts. The people are living a primitive life are dependent on forests for provision of basic needs. The villagers worship the Kauravas and Duryodhana of the epic Mahabharata. The temples have beautiful wood carvings here. Overnight stay in Taluka.
After the breakfast, we will be crossing Sian Gad by a bridge, further we will climb to Dhatmir village. From Dhatmir, we shall cross the river towards right side of Ton river. The entire route is dotted with tea-shops and Dhabas. Our destination Osla, has a dense forest of Walnut, Chestnut, Willow and Chinar. Overnight stay in a camp in Osla.
Today, we will trek to Har Ki Dun, which has a backdrop of snowy mountain peaks and it is said to be one of the best places to see in Uttarakhand. As the trekking trail ascends the lush green mountain fields can be seen dotted with wild flowers. Enroute we will have a lovely views of Kalanag Peak (6387 mts), Bandar punch (6316 mts), Swargarohini (6252 mts) and Juandhar glacier. Little streams shall also cross our path. Overnight stay in a camp in Har Ki Dun.
In the morning, after the breakfast, we shall ascend towards Borasu Pass, which divides Har Ki dun and Sangla Valley in Himachal Pradesh. We shall trek above the pass to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Later in the afternoon, we will descend to the campsite. Overnight stay in Har Ki Dun.
Today, we will trek 14 kms to reach Debshu Bugyal. It shall take 4-5 hrs to reach as most of the trek requires walking downhill. Overnight stay in tents.
Early in the morning, we will trek towards Ruinsara Tal. The Trek from Debshu Bugyal to Ruinsara Tal is through terraced fields, lush grasslands and conifer forest. The climbing required on moderate slopes, thus it will take about 5 – 6 hrs to finally reach the lake. On arrival at Ruinsara Tal, we shall set out our camp for an overnight stay.
The day will be free for acclimatization and exploration of the surrounding area. The place is a photographer’s delight. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.
Post breakfast, we will climb to the base of Bali Pass. An imposing trio of Kalanaag, Bander Punch and Swargarohini peaks stands in front of the base camp. Overnight stay in the camp.
Early in the morning, we shall start our exciting trek to Bali Pass, which is about 4800m, and it is not one of the glaciated passes but a rocky and scree-filled pass. The pass divides the Tons valley and the Yamunotri valleys and offers magnificent views of Swargarohini peak and Ruinsara Gad. After spending some time at the Pass, we shall trek through an open meadow and a forest to reach Yamunotri. The place is said to be the source of the River Yamuna and it is one of the four Dhams for Hindu pilgrimage. Overnight camping in Yamunotri.
After breakfast, we shall trek 14 kms with packed lunch along River Yamuna to reach Janakichatti (2575 mts). From here, we will trek to Hanumanchatti (2400 mts), it is here that two holy rivers Yamuna and Hanuman Ganga confluence. Dinner and overnight stay in camp/hotel.
Post breakfast, we will drive to Dehradun. Lunch will be provided on the way. Arrive in Dehradun by evening and then go to the railway station to catch AC train for Delhi at 17:00 hrs. Arrival at Delhi by 22:45 hrs.
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