Pindari Glacier Trek

The origin of the Pindar River is the Pindari Glacier which meets with the river Alaknanda at Karnaprayag in the Garhwal district. A most accessible of all glacier treks is Pindari Glacier it is situated in the mesmerizing Kumaon Himalayas. Its unmatched beauty and accessibility due to the trek is a must do for all trekking enthusiasts. A series of remote places such as Phurkia, Dhakuri and Dwali after crossing and you will touch the final destination (zero point). If you have not trekked Pindari Glacier, your trekking is incomplete in India. Between snowcapped NANDA KOT and NANDA DEVI mountains, the Pindari Glacier is situated in the Bageshwar district of Uttrakhand.

One of the easiest accessible Himalyan glaciers is Pindari Glacier and lies on the edge of Nanda Devi (the highest peak of India). A must visit for nature lovers alike and adventure seekers is Pindari Glacier trek. From Loharkhet, Pindari Glacier your trek to this Himalayan storehouse is starts, from Bageshwar district a tiny village which is 20 km away. Get familiar with culture and lifestyle of region in the vicinity. Walk along path and trek crossing charming rhododendron forests that are linked with colorful flowers. Pindari Glacier doesn’t test your endurance at every level this is the best part of the trekking trail. Pindari Glacier trek is rich in Fauna and flora.

TARIFFS FOR GLACIER TREKKING TOURS

Package include:- Accommodation at camping sites in trekking routes of Glaciers, intent fooding , porters, cooks and our experienced guides, first aid facility etc. Days will be counted from the day of receiving you at the destination selected by you. Above rates also include railway or Bus reservation from Delhi- Kathgodam and Kathgodam- Delhi.

Pindari Glacier Trek Tour Ex Kathgodham - 09 Nights 10 Days

Tour Itinerary:

Day 01: Kathgodam – Loharkhet:
Drive to quaint hamlet called Loharkhet from Kathgodam after breakfast. Visit the old Bagnath Temple at the confluence of Gomti and Saryu river and explore the town of Bageshwar. Drive towards Loharkhet after lunch. Drive across the picturesque trek and narrow passes. Stay overnight at rest house.

Day 02: Loharkhet – Dhakuri:
Above sea level, Loharkhet is situated at an elevation of 1,760 mts. The gateway to Pindari is Dhakuri. First step of your trek is start to Kafni and Pindari Glacier. From Dhakuri Khal snow capped peaks of southern wall view of the Nanda Devi Sanctuary is visible. Before ascending to the small Temple at Taladhakri the trail winds come across an evergreen forest of horse and oak chest nut from Lokaharkhet. Stay overnight in tents.

Day 03: Dhakuri – Khati:
The biggest village that you will pass through on the trek to Pindari Glacier is Khati. Today, start with a walk crossing rhododendron forests and enjoy the exotic views of fauna and flora after breakfast. Khati village is the last village en route Kafni and Pindari Glacier, above sea level it is situated at an elevation of 2,210 mts. During their exile it is believed that this village served as the home to the Pandavas. Stay overnight in tents.

Day 04: Khati – Dwali:
Today, you will take a simple trek to Dwali from Khati. The trek to Dwali is full of natural and scenic beauty from Khati village. Stay overnight in tents.

Day 05: Dwali – Phurkia:
The trek to Phurkia is graded and steep at moderate level from Dwali. En route Pindari Glacier the place is Phurkiya. Before Phurkia, there is a pretty waterfall. Above sea level, it is situated at an elevation of 3,250 mts.

Day 06: Phurkiya – Pindari Glacier – Dwali:
Trek to Pindari Glacier is visually captivating as it offers spectacular view of the mighty Himalayan range from Phurkia. Zero point is the name of Pindari Glacier and above sea level at an elevation of 3,660 mts. Here, after spending some hours and to Dwali begin your descent. Stay overnight in camp.

Day 07: Dwali – Dhakuri:
Back to Dwali trek. From Dhakuri retrace your journey to Dwali as you descend. Stay overnight in camp.

Day 08: Dhakuri – Loharkhet:
You will complete 11 km trek that will get you to Loharkhet, today. Stay overnight in camps.

Day 09: Loharkhet – Kathgodam:
From Loharkhet drive will take you to Kathgodam in an early morning. Pindari Glacier trek come to an end with great memories.

Pindari Glacier, Kafni Glacier & Sunderdhunga Glacier Trek Tour Ex Almora - 20 Nights 21 Days

Tour Itinerary:

Day 01 : Almora - Loharkhet
Song drive 120 kms. (by cab) Song to Loharkhet 4 kms. Trek

Day 02 : Loharkhet - Dhakuri
Take morning breakfast & then trek 11 Kms uphill to reach Dhakuri. Take Evening Bonfire at Dhakuri. Dinner & Overnight stay at Rest House / Tent.

Day 03 : Dhakuri - Dwali
Take morning breakfast & then trek 19 Kms uphill to reach Dwali (8216 metres)via forests & mountain villages. Upon arrival at Dwali, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Dwali.

Day 04 : Dwali - Phurikia
Take morning breakfast & then trek 05 Kms uphill to reach Phurikia. Upon arrival at Phurikia, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Phurikia.

Day 05 : Phurikia – Zero Point (Pindari Glacier) - Dwali
Take early morning breakfast & then trek 06 Kms uphill to reach Zero Point – Pindari Glacier (8217 metres), stay there & capture the Natural Beauty of Pindari Glacier. Then trek back to Dwali. check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Dwali.

Day 06 : Dwali - Kafni - Dwali
Take early morning breakfast & then trek 12 Kms uphill to reach Kafni Glacier, stay there for some time & capture the Natural Beauty of Kafni Glacier. Then trek back to Dwali. check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Dwali.

Day 07 : Dwali - Khati
Take morning breakfast & then trek 11 Kms uphill to reach Khati. Upon arrival at Khati, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Khati.

Day 08 : Khati - Jatoli
Take morning breakfast & then trek 08 Kms uphill to reach Jatoli. Upon arrival at Jatoli, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Jatoli.

Day 09 : Jatoli - Kathaliya
Take morning breakfast & then trek 12 Kms uphill to reach Kathaliya. Upon arrival at Kathaliya, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Kathaliya.

Day 10 : Kathaliya - Maiktoli Glacier - Kathaliya
Take early morning breakfast & then trek 07 Kms uphill to reach Maiktoli Glacier, stay there for some time & capture the Natural Beauty of Maiktoli Glacier. Then trek back to Kathaliya. check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Kathaliya.

Day 11 : Kathaliya - Sukhram Cave
Take morning breakfast & then trek 12 Kms uphill to reach Sukhram Cave. Upon arrival at Sukhram Cave, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Sukhram Cave.

Day 12 : Sukhram Cave - Durgakot Glacier - Kathaliya
Take early morning breakfast & then trek 10 Kms uphill to reach Durgakot Glacier, stay there for some time & capture the Natural Beauty of Durgakot Glacier. Then trek back to Kathaliya. check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Kathaliya.

Day 13 : Kathaliya - Jatoli
Take morning breakfast & then trek 12 Kms uphill to reach Jatoli. Upon arrival at Jatoli, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Jatoli.

Day 14 : Jatoli - Khati
Take morning breakfast & then trek 08 Kms uphill to reach Khati. Upon arrival at Khati, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Khati.

Day 15 : Khati - Sufi
Take morning breakfast & then trek 09 Kms uphill to reach Sufi. Upon arrival at Sufi, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Sufi.

Day 16 : Sufi - Badratunga
Take morning breakfast & then trek 06 Kms uphill to reach Badratunga. Upon arrival at Badratunga, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Badratunga.

Day 17 : Bhadra tunga - Riverside Camp 08 KM Trek
Take morning breakfast & then trek 08 Kms uphill to reach Camping at River side. Upon arrival, check in at Camp in riverside. Dinner & Overnight Stay.

Day 18 : Riverside Camp - Girgaon 08 kms. Trek
Take morning breakfast & then trek 08 Kms uphill to reach Girgaon. Upon arrival at Girgaon, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Girgaon.
Day 19 : Girgaon - Munsiyari
Take morning breakfast & then trek 12 Kms uphill to reach Munsiyari. Upon arrival at Munsiyari, check in at Hotel. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Munsiyari.

Day 20 : Munsiyari
Day is Free for Rest.

Day 21 : Munsiyari to Almora
Take Cab from Munsiyari to Almora. Tour concludes in Almora.

Pindari Glacier Trek Tour Ex Almora - 09 Nights 10 Days

Tour Itinerary:

Day 01 : Almora - Loharkhet
Arrive at Almora, take breakfast & then proceed to Song (110 KM)Via Kausani, Someshwar Valley & Katyur Valley. On the Way Visit Baijnath Temple & then again Move to Song Via Saryu & Gomti River. Upon Arrival at Song, do trek of 03 KM which is covered with backpacks to reach Loharkhet. Upon Arriival at Loharkhet, Check in at Rest House/ tent/ Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay.

Day 02 : Loharkhet – Dhakuri (2690 metres)
Take morning breakfast & then trek 11 Kms uphill to reach Dhakuri. Take Evening Bonfire at Dhakuri. Dinner & Overnight stay at Rest House / Tent.

Day 03 : Dhakuri – Khati
Take morning breakfast & then trek 09 Kms uphill to reach Khati via forests & mountain villages. Upon arrival at Khati, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Khati.

Day 04 : Kahti - Dwali
Take morning breakfast & then trek 11 Kms uphill to reach Dwali. Upon arrival at Dwali, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Dwali.

Day 05 : Dwali - Phurikia
Take morning breakfast & then trek 05 Kms uphill to reach Phurikia. Upon arrival at Phurikia, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Phurikia.

Day 06 : Phurikia – Zero Point (Pindari Glacier) - Phurikia
Take early morning breakfast & then trek 06 Kms uphill to reach Zero Point – Pindari Glacier, stay there & capture the Natural Beauty of Pindari Glacier. Then trek back to Phurakia. check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Phurikia.

Day 07 : Phurikia - Khati
Take morning breakfast & then downhill trek to Khati. Upon arrival at Khati, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Khati.

Day 08 : Khati - Dhakuri
Take morning breakfast & then downhill trek to Dhakuri. Upon arrival at Dhakuri, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Dhakuri.

Day 09 : Dhakuri - Song - Kausani
Take morning breakfast & then downhill trek to Song. Take Cab from Song to Kausani. Upon arrival at Kausani, check in at Hotel. Dinner & Overnight Stay.

Day 10 : Kausani - Almora
Take Cab from Kausani to Almora. Tour concludes in Almora.

Pindari Glacier Trek Tour Ex Bageshwar - 08 Nights 09 Days

Tour Itinerary:

Day 01 : Bageshwar - Loharkhet (1750 metres)
Arrive at Almora, take breakfast & then proceed to Song (110 KM)Via Kausani, Someshwar Valley & Katyur Valley. On the Way Visit Baijnath Temple & then again Move to Song Via Saryu & Gomti River. Upon Arrival at Song, do trek of 03 KM which is covered with backpacks to reach Loharkhet. Upon Arriival at Loharkhet, Check in at Rest House/ tent/ Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay.

Day 02 : Loharkhet – Dhakuri (2690 metres)
Take morning breakfast & then trek 11 Kms uphill to reach Dhakuri. Take Evening Bonfire at Dhakuri. Dinner & Overnight stay at Rest House / Tent.

Day 03 : Dhakuri – Khati
Take morning breakfast & then trek 09 Kms uphill to reach Khati via forests & mountain villages. Upon arrival at Khati, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Khati.

Day 04 : Kahti - Dwali
Take morning breakfast & then trek 11 Kms uphill to reach Dwali. Upon arrival at Dwali, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Dwali.

Day 05 : Dwali - Phurikia
Take morning breakfast & then trek 05 Kms uphill to reach Phurikia. Upon arrival at Phurikia, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Phurikia.

Day 06 : Phurikia – Zero Point (Pindari Glacier - 3820 metres) - Phurikia
Take early morning breakfast & then trek 06 Kms uphill to reach Zero Point – Pindari Glacier, stay there & capture the Natural Beauty of Pindari Glacier. Then trek back to Phurakia. check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Phurikia.

Day 07 : Phurikia - Khati
Take morning breakfast & then downhill trek to Khati. Upon arrival at Khati, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Khati.

Day 08 : Khati - Dhakuri
Take morning breakfast & then downhill trek to Dhakuri. Upon arrival at Dhakuri, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Dhakuri.

Day 09 : Dhakuri - Song - Bageshwar
Take morning breakfast & then downhill trek to Song. Take Cab from Song to Bageshwar. Upon arrival at Bageshwar, Tour to Pindari Glacier ends here.

Pindari Glacier Trek Tour Ex Delhi - 11 Nights 12 Days

Tour Itinerary:

Day 01 : Delhi - Kathgodam
Departure from Delhi in the deveining by train/ luxury bus or car.

Day 02 : Kathgodam - Bageshwar
Upon arrival at Kathgodam, Take cab & proceed to Bageshwar. Upon arrival, Check in at hotel. Dinner & Overnight Stay.

Day 03 : Bageshwar - Loharkhet (1750 metres)
Arrive at Almora, take breakfast & then proceed to Song (110 KM)Via Kausani, Someshwar Valley & Katyur Valley. On the Way Visit Baijnath Temple & then again Move to Song Via Saryu & Gomti River. Upon Arrival at Song, do trek of 03 KM which is covered with backpacks to reach Loharkhet. Upon Arriival at Loharkhet, Check in at Rest House/ tent/ Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay.

Day 04 : Loharkhet – Dhakuri (2690 metres)
Take morning breakfast & then trek 11 Kms uphill to reach Dhakuri. Take Evening Bonfire at Dhakuri. Dinner & Overnight stay at Rest House / Tent.

Day 05 : Dhakuri – Khati
Take morning breakfast & then trek 09 Kms uphill to reach Khati via forests & mountain villages. Upon arrival at Khati, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Khati.

Day 06 : Kahti - Dwali
Take morning breakfast & then trek 11 Kms uphill to reach Dwali. Upon arrival at Dwali, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Dwali.

Day 07 : Dwali - Phurikia
Take morning breakfast & then trek 05 Kms uphill to reach Phurikia. Upon arrival at Phurikia, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Phurikia.

Day 08 : Phurikia – Zero Point (Pindari Glacier - 3820 metres) - Phurikia
Take early morning breakfast & then trek 06 Kms uphill to reach Zero Point – Pindari Glacier, stay there & capture the Natural Beauty of Pindari Glacier. Then trek back to Phurakia. check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Phurikia.

Day 09 : Phurikia - Khati
Take morning breakfast & then downhill trek to Khati. Upon arrival at Khati, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Khati.

Day 10 : Khati - Dhakuri
Take morning breakfast & then downhill trek to Dhakuri. Upon arrival at Dhakuri, check in at Rest House/ Tent / Tea House. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Dhakuri.

Day 11 : Dhakuri - Song - Bageshwar
Take morning breakfast & then downhill trek to Song. Take Cab from Song to Bageshwar. Upon arrival at Bageshwar, Check in at hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay.

Day 12 : Bageshwar - Kathgodam
Take Cab from Bageshwar to Kathgodam. Upon arrival Depart at Kathgodam Railway Station. Tour Ends.

How to Reach Pindari Glacier Trek

By Road: From Bageshwar, Bamsera is 25.8 km and come across Munsiyari, Bageshwar and Almora road. Tourists reach Saung Village from Bamsera.
By Train: From Bageshawar, the nearest railway station is Kathgodam (171 km).
By Air: From Bageshwar, the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport (205 km).