Kuari Pass Trek
Kuari Pass Trek
A Scenic Journey through the Himalayan Meadows
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Kuari Pass Trek
Are you planning a Himalayan trek and looking for something that gives you massive mountain forest walks, high altitude meadows and snow? All without needing technical skills? Then the Kuari Pass Trek is exactly like that. Located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, this trek sits inside the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve and is famous for something very specific. That is the view from the summit. From Kuari Pass at 12,516 ft, you can see Nanda Devi, Kamet, Chaukhamba, Trishul, Dronagiri and more. A wall of 7,000-meter-plus peaks stretched across the horizon. Most trekkers say it is the best mountain panorama they have seen on any beginner-level trail in India.
The trail also has a history worth knowing and attracts lots of trekkers from around the world. It is officially called the Lord Curzon Trail, named after the British viceroy George Curzon. He explored this route in 1905 and remarked on the beauty of the surrounding mountains. Over a centur...
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Dates from Kuari Pass Trek
Itinerary
- Day 1 30th Oct 2026
Departure from Pune
Train Name: Sampark Kranti / Duranto Express / Rajdhani Express
~Board your train from the Pune railway station at the respective time.
Note:
- Train tickets will be confirmed or RAC (half window seat) as per seat availability at the time of your booking.
- Train timings are subject to change as per IRCTC updates. Please check the schedule before departure:
- Sampark Kranti Express – 09:00 AM
- Duronto Express – 11:10 AM
- Rajdhani Express - 04:00 PM*
*For last-minute bookings, seats are not guaranteed, and adjustments may be required.
*People who have booked the Rajdhani option from Pune will be provided 2S pune Connecting Train.
Meals: None
- Day 2 31st Oct 2026
Arrival in Delhi | Overnight Departure to Rishikesh
- The group convenes at the pickup location by 10:00 PM and 11:00 PM.
- You'll meet our team captains and receive a quick briefing on the Kuari Pass Trip
- Following this, we embark on an overnight journey Rishikesh
Pick-up Location: ISBT Kashmere Gate/ Majnu Ka Tila
Meals: None
- Note: Bus timing will be updated one day prior.
- Day 3 1st Nov 2026
Rishikesh to Joshimath / Pipalkoti | Drive: 254 km (approx. 9–10 hours)
- Reach Rishikesh Early Morning Around 4.30 AM And Reach Natraj Chowk .
- Pick Up From Natraj Chowk At Around 06:00 AM .
- Drive 254 km via the Alaknanda Valley .
- Pass the sacred Panch Prayag confluences (Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, Nandprayag).
- Reach Joshimath And check in hotels .
- Overnight stay at a Homestay in Joshimath/Pipalkoti (6,150 ft).
Meals: Dinner
Stay : Homestay In Joshimath/Pipalkoti
- Day 4 2nd Nov 2026
Joshimath to Tugasi | Trek to Guling (4km, 5 hours)
- After breakfast, drive to Tugasi Village and start the trek.
- Trek through Himalayan hamlets to Guling.
- Lunch at the campsite, leisure time, team activities, and dinner.
- Overnight stay in tents at Guling campsite .
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Day 5 3rd Nov 2026
Guling to Khullara Trek | Trek 6 km (approx. 6–7 hours)
- After breakfast, trek to Khullara ascending above the tree line with a packed lunch en route.
- Altitude gain from 9,650 ft to 11,014 ft.
- Enjoy wide views of Dronagiri, Hathi Ghoda, and the Nanda Devi massif.
- Reach Khullara base camp by evening, relax, and enjoy the night sky.
- Dinner and overnight stay at Khullara.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Stay :Camp at Khullara
- Day 6 4th Nov 2026
Trek to Kuari Pass and Return to Khullara (Summit Day)
- Start early after breakfast, and trek to Kuari Pass.
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks.
- After spending time at the summit, descend back to Khullara.
- Dinner and overnight stay at Khullara base camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Stay : Camp at Khullara base camp
- Day 7 5th Nov 2026
Khullara to Tugasi | Drive to Joshimath / Pipalkoti
- After breakfast, Trek 12 km downhill (approx. 5–6 hours) retracing the trail through Guling to Tugasi.
- Drop 3,500 vertical feet to reach the roadhead.
- Packed lunch en route, followed by a drive to Joshimath / Pipalkoti
- Reach Joshimath / Pipalkoti and Check-in at homestay, dinner, and overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Stay : Homestay At Joshimath / Pipalkoti
- Day 8 6th Nov 2026
Joshimath / Pipalkoti to Rishikesh
- After breakfast, check out and drive to Rishikesh.
- Enjoy scenic views of Devprayag, Rudraprayag, and Karnaprayag.
- Free time in Rishikesh and overnight stay in Rishikesh
Meals: Brekfast and Dinner
Stay : Rishikesh
- Day 9 7th Nov 2026
Buffer Day | Explore Rishikesh
- Check out at 11:00 AM and explore Rishikesh at your own cost.
- Optional rafting experience available.
- Board the 10:00 PM bus back to Delhi.
Meals: Brekfast
- Day 10 8th Nov 2026
Arrival in Delhi | Return to Your City
- Arrive in Delhi early morning.
- If your train is in the afternoon, explore Delhi or wait at the station for departure.
Meals: None
- Day 11 9th Nov 2026
Arrival in Hometown
- Arrive back in Pune city as per your train schedule.
Meals: None
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