What is the difficulty level of the Kuari Pass Trek?

The Kuari Pass Trek is categorized as an easy to moderate trek. It is ideal for both beginners looking to experience Himalayan trekking and experienced trekkers seeking stunning panoramic views of major peaks like Nanda Devi.

What is the best time to visit Kuari Pass?

The trek is highly accessible and beautiful for most of the year. September to November offers crisp, clear views of the snow-capped peaks, while December to March transforms the route into a magical winter wonderland perfect for snow trekking.

What kind of accommodation is provided during the trek?

Accommodation is provided on a sharing basis. You will spend 2 nights staying in a comfortable hotel/guesthouse in Joshimath, and 3 nights experiencing wilderness camping (1 night at Guling and 2 nights at Khullara) in high-quality Dome or Alpine tents.

Are meals included in the package? Are there non-vegetarian options?

Yes, all meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and complimentary Evening Tea & Snacks) are included from the evening of Day 1 until breakfast on Day 6. To ensure health and safety at high altitudes, all meals provided are strictly vegetarian (eggs are only available during your stay at the Joshimath guesthouse).

Where does the trek start and end?

The pickup and drop-off point for this tour is Rishikesh. Shared transportation (Tempo Traveler, Bolero, or similar vehicle) is provided from Rishikesh to Joshimath and back.

What is the difficulty level of the Kuari Pass Trek?

The Kuari Pass Trek is categorized as an easy to moderate trek. It is ideal for both beginners looking to experience Himalayan trekking and experienced trekkers seeking stunning panoramic views of major peaks like Nanda Devi.

What is the best time to visit Kuari Pass?

The trek is highly accessible and beautiful for most of the year. September to November offers crisp, clear views of the snow-capped peaks, while December to March transforms the route into a magical winter wonderland perfect for snow trekking.

What kind of accommodation is provided during the trek?

Accommodation is provided on a sharing basis. You will spend 2 nights staying in a comfortable hotel/guesthouse in Joshimath, and 3 nights experiencing wilderness camping (1 night at Guling and 2 nights at Khullara) in high-quality Dome or Alpine tents.

Are meals included in the package? Are there non-vegetarian options?

Yes, all meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and complimentary Evening Tea & Snacks) are included from the evening of Day 1 until breakfast on Day 6. To ensure health and safety at high altitudes, all meals provided are strictly vegetarian (eggs are only available during your stay at the Joshimath guesthouse).

Where does the trek start and end?

The pickup and drop-off point for this tour is Rishikesh. Shared transportation (Tempo Traveler, Bolero, or similar vehicle) is provided from Rishikesh to Joshimath and back.

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📅 Day-by-Day Itinerary

•Assemble at the boarding point in Rishikesh - ISBT Bus Stand and drive to Joshimath, enjoying the scenic drive offering breathtaking views of lush mountains.

•Enroute Joshimath, we will witness the four holy sangams (confluences of rivers) namely Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnprayag and Nandprayag.

•After arriving at Joshimath, check-in to our hotel/guesthouse, freshen-up and have some leisure.

•Feel free to take a stroll around this gorgeous Himalayan town and pack for your next day's trek.

•Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel/guesthouse at Joshimath.

What's Included

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Transportation: Tempo Traveler/Bolero or similar (from Rishikesh to Rishikesh).
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Accommodation on sharing basis: 2 nights in hotel/guesthouse (Joshimath), 1 night in camps (Guling) and 2 nights in camps (Khullara). Camps are Dome/Alpine.
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Meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner with complimentary Evening Tea & Snacks (starting from Evening Snacks on Day 1 till Breakfast on Day 6). All provided meals are vegetarian except egg in Joshimath only.
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Well qualified and experienced trek leader and support staff.
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All necessary entry fees and forest permits.
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First-Aid medical kits for emergencies.
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Camping & trekking equipment - sleeping bags, snow gaiters, microspikes & rope (if required).
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Driver allowances, toll taxes, parking, state taxes.

What's Excluded

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Any extra meals apart from the ones mentioned under inclusions.
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Travel Insurance, items of personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry etc.
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Any entry fees, extra expenses for optional activities or tickets, unless quoted in Inclusions.
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Cost of snow-chained or 4*4 Vehicle if needed due to heavy snowfall.
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Any other costing involved due to circumstances like natural calamity, weather conditions, riots, roadblocks, landslides or any other forced circumstances which are out of our control.
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GST (5%) is applicable extra.
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Anything which is not mentioned in the above inclusions.

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