Pindari Glacier & Kafni Glacier Trek

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Pindari Glacier & Kafni Glacier Trek
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10D/9N

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Trek Overview

Pindari Glacier with Kafni Glacier Trek is one trek where Zero is the epitome of success. The trail to the Pindari Glacier is like a full-course meal for trekkers.  For starters, there are level walks through peaceful rhododendron forests, where exotic birds thrive. Next, one has to traverse varied mountain ridges, spider-walls and stream crossings. The appetizing dessert comes in the form of the Pindari Glacier at Zero Point, whose unearthly beauty at 12,300 feet will fill you up with boundless joy. The best part of it? Pindari Glacier with Kafni Glacier trek is perfectly suited for families trek in kumoun.

Itinerary

  • After having breakfast, drive from Kathgodam to Bageshwar via Almora.
  • Explore the town of Bageshwar and visit the old Bagnath temple at the confluence of Saryu and Gomti River.
  • Buy all necessary things from the market of Bageshwar.
  • After lunch head towards Loharkhet and reach by evening.
  • Arrange for guide and porter the same day if required.
  • KMVN has Rest houses in Loharkhet.
  • Overnight in Loharkhet.

  • Loharkhet is situated at an elevation of 1,760mts above sea level.
  • Start first step of your trek to Pindari and Kafni Glacier.
  • The trek is easy but quite steep and goes through dense forest.
  • After following the trail for few more kilometers from Dhakuri Khal you reach Dhakuri.
  • View of snow capped peaks of southern wall of the Nanda Devi Sanctuary is visible from Dhakuri Khal.
  • Dhakuri is situated at an elevation of 2,680mts amidst dense forest.
  • Overnight in Dhakuri.

  • Khati is the biggest village that you will come across on the trek to Pindari Glacier.
  • The trail passes through thick forest of Rhododendrons.
  • It is the last village en route Pindari and Kafni glacier, situated at an elevation of 2,210mts above sea level.
  • You can charge your batteries by paying to run the generator.
  • KMVN rest house is situated 500mts ahead of Khati village.
  • Khati is situated on the banks of Pindar River.
  • It is believed that the hospitable villagers are descendents of the race who provided pandavas with shelter.
  • Overnight in Khati.

  • Start after having a good breakfast at Khati.
  • Today's trek goes along with Pindar River with two wooden bridges to cross.
  • You can have tea and maggi at Himalayan Hotel, a small dhabha en route.
  • Dwali is picturesquely situated at an elevation of 2,575mts above sea level.
  • Overnight in Dwali.

  • The 5km trek from Dwali to Phurkia is steep and graded at moderate level.
  • Cross the frozen stream and see the dwindling of forest as you climb.
  • Phurkiya is the last place en route Pindari Glacier where you can find KMVN hut.
  • There is beautiful waterfall just before Phurkia where you can rest for a while.
  • Phurkia is a picturesque place blessed with natural beauteousness.
  • It is situated at an elevation of 3,250mts above sea level.
  • Overnight in Phurkia.

  • trek from Phurkia to Zero Point of Pindari Glacier is visually captivating as it offers spectacular view of the mighty Himalayan range.
  • Start early if you want to spend more time at the Zero Point.
  • The mounth of the Pindari Glacier is named as Zero Point and it situated at an astounding elevation of 3,660mts above sea level.
  • One kilometer before the Zero Point you will see a Babaji's house who serves food to the people who makes it upto there.
  • Trekking further from Zero Point on Pindari Glacier requires special equipments and experience.
  • After exploring the praiseworthy beauty of Pindari Glacier trek back to Dwali. Overnight in Dwali.

  • The Kafni Glacier is situated to the left of Pindar valley.
  • The major Himalayan peaks visible from Kafni Glacier are Nanda Kot (6,806mts) and Nanda Bhanar (6,104mts).
  • Bayaligar is situated 2kms before Kafni Glacier at an altitude of 3,860mts above sea level.
  • The region or Kafni Glacier has its own charm and allures with the solitude terrain it presents.
  • Overnight in Kafni.

  • After exploring the beauty and surrounding area of Kafni Glacier, trek back to Dwali.
  • Return via Bayaligar with trail gradually descending to Dwali.
  • Overnight in Dwali.

  • Trek back downwards to Khati and then to Dhakuri the same day.
  • Carry back with you unforgettable memories and adventurous experience by giving your presence to mountains.
  • Overnight in Dhakuri.

  • After breakfast follow the downward trail all the way to Loharkhet.
  • Drive to Kathgodam via town of Almora.
  • Our services will end at Kathgodam.

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Trek Notes

People with below conditions are not allowed
  • High blood pressure or higher BMI.
  • People suffering from Bronchitis, Asthma, TB, Epilepsy(got faints)
Please note: If you had any medical history, please let us know.

Transport

Transport to and from the base camp

Trek Equipment

The above trek cost includes transport to and from base camp.

Safety equipment

First aid, medical kit, oxygen cylinders, stretchers, Walkie-Talkie etc. will be available at campsite.

Accommodation

Stay is included from Day 1 to Last Day. Tents/Home-stays/lodges will be provided. Tripple sharing Accommodation and separate accommodation for girls/ladies will be provided.

Meals

All meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast at Last day are included. Veg food will be provided during the trek.

Camping Charges

Permits/ Forest fees. UTT will arrange trekking permits and forest passes.

Experienced Trek Leader & Team

Qualified trek leaders having basic / advanced mountaineering courses certificates/ degrees will assist on trek. Other staff member includes qualified cooks, helpers and porters.

Food during transit

Food during transit to and from the base camp.Food would not be provided during transit and trekkers have to bear the cost at their own.

Backpack Offloading

Mule and Porter charges. Generally we expect trekkers to carry their bag-pack and luggage themselves. For those who wish to use Mule/Porter need to pay Rs 350 per day for same.

Personal Expense

Personal Expense of any kind. The trek cost does not include stay at any location on last day<br />*Anything apart from inclusions.

Trek Inclusions

Transport

Transport to and from the base camp

Trek Equipment

The above trek cost includes transport to and from base camp.

Safety equipment

First aid, medical kit, oxygen cylinders, stretchers, Walkie-Talkie etc. will be available at campsite.

Accommodation

Stay is included from Day 1 to Last Day. Tents/Home-stays/lodges will be provided. Tripple sharing Accommodation and separate accommodation for girls/ladies will be provided.

Meals

All meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast at Last day are included. Veg food will be provided during the trek.

Camping Charges

Permits/ Forest fees. UTT will arrange trekking permits and forest passes.

Experienced Trek Leader & Team

Qualified trek leaders having basic / advanced mountaineering courses certificates/ degrees will assist on trek. Other staff member includes qualified cooks, helpers and porters.

Trek Exclusions

Food during transit

Food during transit to and from the base camp.Food would not be provided during transit and trekkers have to bear the cost at their own.

Backpack Offloading

Mule and Porter charges. Generally we expect trekkers to carry their bag-pack and luggage themselves. For those who wish to use Mule/Porter need to pay Rs 350 per day for same.

Personal Expense

Personal Expense of any kind. The trek cost does not include stay at any location on last day<br />*Anything apart from inclusions.

Trek Policies

Confirmation Policy

Once the amount is paid in full, a confirmation mail will be sent. For Partial payment the complete amount needs to be sent before trek start.

For Payments done using Bank Transfer, The Trekker needs to share the transaction details over email,

Cancellation policy

  • Cancellations prior to 30 days from the start of the trek — full refund.
  • Cancellation between 30 days and 20 days to the start of the trek — 50% refund.
  • Cancellation less than 20 days and 10 days to the start of the trek — 25 % refund.
  • Cancellation less than 10 days to the start of the trek :- No refund.

Refund Policy

In case of an unforeseen event UTT reserves the right to cancel the same. UTT will do its best to inform the trekkers about this. However refund due to cancellation or trek change or date change is followed under following rules

  • No Refund if trekker agrees on date change of trek change but does not turns up
  • Refund may be adjusted to some other trek in future on some urgent and need basis.

Trek Change Policy

In case of an unforseen event UTT reserves the right to change the trek to other trek. Such decesions will be pre infromed to the trekkers and will olny take into into effect if trekkers want the same.

  • Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch.
  • The trekker needs to pay the diference of the amount if the trek cost is more then the previeous trek cose.
  • In case of the new trek cost is less then the provious trek cost, the difference will be adjusted in ter of cashback/discount/vouchers.

Date Change Policy

  • Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch.
  • In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by UTT.
  • UTT holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice.

General Policies

  • Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch.
  • In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by UTT.
  • UTT holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice

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