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Strict Max 12-15 Trekkers
All Permits Managed
Forest & Wildlife Clearance
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No Surprise Add-on Fees
Expedition Telemetry
Altitude Gradient & Waypoint Profile
Himalayan Weather & Micro-Climate Index
Feels like 11°C (Clear Alpine Sky)
North-Westerly Breeze
Mild acclimatization required
Cat 3/4 Polarized Lenses Required
5-Day High-Altitude Outlook
Safety Protocol 4B Active
High altitude moraine crossing requires twice-daily pulse oximeter monitoring. Effective O2 saturation drops significantly above 14,000 ft.
High-Altitude Physiology & Acclimatization Lab
Interactive barometric telemetry and Lake Louise AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) clinical screener.
Relative to Sea Level
Standard 1013 hPa
Minimum Required
Affects Digestion & Heat
Lake Louise AMS Clinical Screener (2018 Consensus)
Self-evaluate altitude symptom severity before or during high moraine crossings.
Zero significant acute mountain symptoms recorded. Maintain hydration pace of 4+ liters/day and proceed with standard ascent schedule.
Expedition Overview
Kuari Pass (the 'Lord Curzon Trail') is renowned as one of India's finest winter ridge treks. Walking through ancient oak forests and high alpine meadows (bugyals), you are constantly escorted by India's highest summits.
Fixed Departures
| Dates | Availability | Price / Person | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Oct 2027 - 15 Oct 2027 | Available (12 seats) | ₹9,500 | |
| 24 Oct 2027 - 29 Oct 2027 | Available (6 seats) | ₹9,500 | |
| 5 Nov 2027 - 10 Nov 2027 | Full | ₹9,500 | |
| 20 Dec 2027 - 25 Dec 2027 | Available (12 seats) | ₹10,500 |
Daily Itinerary Log
Day 1 Drive from Rishikesh to Joshimath
1,900 m
Drive from Rishikesh to Joshimath
Scenic 8-hour drive along Alaknanda river passing Panch Prayag (Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag).
Day 2 Drive to Dhak & Trek to Gulling Top
2,750 m · 6 km trek
Drive to Dhak & Trek to Gulling Top
Trek through terraced villages into hemlock & oak forests.
Day 3 Gulling Top to Tali Forest Camp
3,350 m · 5 km trek
Gulling Top to Tali Forest Camp
Ascend past Khullara meadows with towering views of Dronagiri peak.
Day 4 Tali to Kuari Pass Summit & back to Khullara
3,876 m · 12 km trek
Tali to Kuari Pass Summit & back to Khullara
Summit day along the ridge with Nanda Devi (7,816m) standing right in front.
Day 5 Khullara to Auli via Tali Lake & drive to Joshimath
2,550 m · 10 km trek
Khullara to Auli via Tali Lake & drive to Joshimath
Descent through snow slopes ending at Auli ski resort.
Day 6 Drive from Joshimath back to Rishikesh
340 m
Drive from Joshimath back to Rishikesh
Departure day after breakfast.
Included
- All meals during the trek (Nutritious vegetarian food & hot drinks)
- High-altitude tents, sub-zero sleeping bags, and insulated mattresses
- Certified Wilderness First Responder trek leader & experienced local guides
- Forest permits, camping charges & safety gear (microspikes, gaiters, oxygen cylinder)
- Transport from Rishikesh to Joshimath and back
Excluded
- Personal backpack offloading charges (available @ ₹350/day)
- Personal trekking gear (shoes, jackets, gloves)
- Buffer day expenses if weather delays trek
- GST (5%)
Logistics & FAQs
Basecamp Routing: Joshimath, Uttarakhand
Nearest Airport
Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (268 km)
Nearest Railway
Yog Nagari Rishikesh Railway Station (250 km)
Shared taxis available daily at 6:00 AM from Rishikesh bus stand to Joshimath (₹800/seat).