Har - Ki - Doon
is situated in the Western ganges of the Garhwal Himalayas,
at the base of the Fateh Parvat, at an elevation of
3,556 metres. This cradle shaped Valley, which is
surrounded by dense forests of pines and glittering
mountain peaks
The forests are rich in wildlife and are a veritable
paradise for bird-watchers and nature lovers. The
trek from Netwar to Osla is through dense forests
of chestnuts, walnuts, willows and chinars. The trek
from Osla to Har-ki-doon is through terraced mountain
fields, lush green grassy land and conifer forests.
Har-Ki-Doon , the hanging valley of gods is a treat
for trekkers. This moderate trek takes you to one
of the
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least explored regions of Garhwal. As Har-KI-Doon
falls within the Govind Pashu vihar , chances of seeing
wildlife here are very bright. Here , you have a beautifully
carved temple dedicated to Duryodhana , the Kaurava
Prince. And if you are interested in glaciers then
Jaundhar Glacier at 4300 mt. is just about five kilometers
from Har-Ki- Doon.
Har-Ki-Doon Valley is a base for Swargarohini ht.
21000 ft. There is legend our old granth (books) it
is mentioned that Pandav went to Swarga (Heavan) through
this mountain. This is a place where you can find
Trees of Bhojpatra flower Bramhakamal. Swargarohini
and Jaundar Glacier is at south-east of Har-ki-dun.Towards
west you can see Bandar Punch.
The local People survives on farming Rice, Rajma,
Charas. They use wood of Deodar tree for their house.
You can find many people using Hukka for smoking.
One can smell of pine while having hukka.
Itinerary
for Har Ki Doon Trekking Tour
01st
Day: Delhi/ Hardwar(200 kms.Drive)
Early morning drive to Hardwar, day at leisure to
explore this holy town visit the ‘Arti’
holy ceremony performance at the river Ghat (Har ki
Pauri) at sun set. O/N at the hotel.
02nd Day Haridwar /
Sankri(240 Km.)
Early morning drive to Sankri, this is the last village
which is connect by the motorable road. O/N in guest
house.
03rd
Day Sankri / Taluka(12 Km.Trek)
Morning after breakfast start trek to Taluka, is located
at the 1900Mtrs. Next to the Har-Ki-Doon river amidst
beautiful forest. O/n in Camp.
04th
Day Taluka / Osla (12 Km.)
Morning after breakfast trek to Osla, begin the trek
a gradual ascent brigs you to the picturesque Osla
village along the swift rivulet. O/N in Camp.
05th Day Osla /Har-Ki Doon (11 Km.)
morning after breakfast climb to the higher reaches
of the mountains to reach
Har-Ki-Doon (3566 Mtrs.) the beautiful valley of Gods.
O/N in Camp. |
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06th Day Har-Ki-Doon
Day at leisure to explore the surroundings. O/N in
Camp
07th
Day Har-Ki-Doon / Osla
Trace the route back to Osla. O/N in Camp.
08th Day Osla
/Taluka
Morning after breakfast trek to Taluka. O/N in Camp.
09th Day Taluka/ Sankri
Morning after breakfast trek to Sankri. O/N in Camp.
10th
Day Sankri / Mussoorie
Drive down to the hill station Mussoorie over looking
the Doon Valley enroute visit Lakha Mandal- a site
associated with the heroes of Epic ‘Mhabharata’-
there is an ancient temple and cave formations which
are of interest. O/n in hotel at Mussoorie.
11th
Day Mussorie / Delhi (270 Km.)
Day at leisure to explore the town, after lunch proceed
to Delhi.
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