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.
Choose Your Package Tier
Basecamp Tier (Joshimath)
Ex-Joshimath: All-inclusive trek, alpine tents, nutritious meals, permits, NIM/WFR guide & medical kit.
- ✓ Reporting at Joshimath Basecamp
- ✓ 4-Season alpine tents & sleeping bags
- ✓ All hot vegetarian mountain meals
- ✓ Forest permits, oxygen & oximeter checks
With Transit (Rishikesh)
Most PopularIncludes round-trip basecamp transport (Rishikesh) plus all trek inclusions, permits & gear.
- ✓ Round-trip shared SUV/Tempo (Rishikesh)
- ✓ Basecamp homestay/hotel night included
- ✓ 4-Season alpine tents & sleeping bags
- ✓ Forest permits, oxygen & NIM/WFR guide
Upcoming Fixed Departures
Live Strapi Inventory| Departure Dates | Batch Status | Base Price / Climber | 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 |
Day-by-Day Trail Itinerary
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.
Camp-to-Camp Elevation Profile
Altitude Gradient & Waypoint Profile
Himalayan Weather & Micro-Climate Index
Typical seasonal ranges from basecamp field logs — not a live sensor feed.
Feels like 11°C (Clear Alpine Sky)
North-Westerly Breeze
Mild acclimatization required
Cat 3/4 Polarized Lenses Required
5-Day Seasonal Outlook
High-Altitude Physiology & Acclimatization Lab
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.
Included in Package
- ✓ 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
Exclusions
- × Personal backpack offloading charges (available @ ₹350/day)
- × Personal trekking gear (shoes, jackets, gloves)
- × Buffer day expenses if weather delays trek
- × GST (5%)
How to Reach Basecamp & FAQs
Basecamp Reporting: Joshimath, Uttarakhand
Shared taxis available daily at 6:00 AM from Rishikesh bus stand to Joshimath (₹800/seat).