Dhakuri – Khati Winter Trek

Description

Dhakuri used to be a stop on the Pindari glacier trek route. However, due to construction of a road to Khati that bypasses Dhakuri, the lovely high-altitude meadows has passed into oblivion, for all practical purposes. But we believe Dhakuri is not to be ignored! The panoramic view of the lofty peaks of the southern rim of Nanda Devi sanctuary are simply irresistible. What’s more – Dhakuri serves as a base for hikes to other spots with stupefying views such as Chiltha Mai, Karmi Chiltha and Jaikuni bugyal. Being at 2900m, Dhakuri receives a fair amount of snow in the winter months to make it a memorable moderate winter trek. Khati is considered one among the most beautiful villages of Asia. Khati too is on the route to Pindari glacier. You will stay 2 nights at this enchanted village and hike to nearby spots

Itinerary

• Day 1Kathgodam - Petshal / Kasar Devi

  Reach Kathgodam by noon. Our vehicle will pick you up and drive you to Petshal/Kasar Devi, about 100 km away. You should reach at around 4 pm. Settle into a comfortable heritage property there.

• Day 2Petshal - Dhoor Wachham - Dhakuri (2900 m)

  Start after an early breakfast as it takes about 5 to 6 hours to reach Dhoor Wachham in Bageshwar district. From there the hike to Dhakuri should take around 2 hours. The campsite is a lovely meadow set amidst dense forests. Check into KMVN or PWD guesthouse there.

• Day 3Dhakuri - Chiltha Mai (3200 m) - Dhakuri

  Trek to Chiltha Mai, a temple dedicated to goddess Nanda Devi. The uphill climb to this little-known is totally worth it! It offers a panoramic view of the peaks in Kumaon including Trishul, Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot and all the way up to Panchachuli in the east. Trek back to Dhakuri by evening. The total trekking distance for the day is about 9 km.

• Day 4Dhakuri - Khati (2200 m)

  The trek from Dhakuri to Khati is about 8 km and should take around 4 to 5 hours. Khati (2200 m) is a village that is considered among the most beautiful in Asia. It is situated on the banks of Pindar Ganga and is the starting point of treks to many glaciers – Pindari, Kafni, Sunderdunga etc. This will be your stop for the next two nights.

• Day 5Khati - Pindar river - Khati

  Trek along the route to Pindari up to the bridge across Pindar river (4 km) and return after having a picnic lunch.

• Day 6Khati - Kharkhiya - Kausani

  The 4 km trek to Kharkhiya should take around 2 to 3 hours. From Kharkhiya, the drive to Kausani takes about 5 hours.

• Day 7Kausani - Kathgodam

  The drive to Kathgodam should take around 4 to 5 hours. Start early in the morning so that you can catch the afternoon Shatabdi back to Delhi.

Inclusions

• – 2 nights stay in a lodge in Dhakuri
• – 2 nights stay in a lodge in Khati
• – 1 night stay in a resort in Kausani
• – 1 night stay in a heritage property in Petsal / or a resort in Kasar Devi
• – All meals starting with dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 7
• – Ground transport – Kathgodam to Kathgodam
• – Porterage for personal luggage – one 12 kg bag per person
• – Trekking permits
• – Guide charges

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