The Kyarkoti Trek is one of Uttarkashi’s most breathtaking alpine adventures, pure, untouched, and perfect for trekkers who want to explore a hidden valley surrounded by snowy peaks, crystal-blue lakes, and lush meadows. Known for its scenic campsites and peaceful trails, the trek offers a rare combination of wilderness, serenity, and Himalayan grandeur, without the crowds seen on popular routes.
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Home Stay, Camp Stay
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As Per Requirement
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Approx. 4,500 meters
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Uttarkashi → Trailhead near Gangnani / Hanuman Chatti
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May–June (Summer) September–October (Autumn)
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All Meals During Trek
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10
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65
Itinerary of Kyarkoti Trek
Arrive in Uttarkashi and check in to your stay. Spend the day resting and adjusting to the altitude. In the evening, meet your trek leader for a detailed briefing, gear check, and safety instructions. Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
- Drive: 2–3 hours
- Trek Duration: 3–4 hours
Start the morning with a scenic drive to the trek’s starting point near Gangnani/Hanuman Chatti. The trek begins with a gentle ascent through dense pine and oak forests. Enjoy the freshness of mountain air and the sound of flowing streams. Reach Forest Camp, settle in, and enjoy your first night under the stars.
- Trek Duration: 5–6 hours
Continue through mixed forests as the trail opens into wide meadows. The landscape changes beautifully with lush grasslands, distant peaks, and flowing water channels. Set up camp in the expansive meadow with stunning evening views.
- Trek Duration: 4–5 hours
Today’s trek gradually climbs toward the heart of the Kyarkoti Valley. The terrain becomes more alpine with boulder sections, glacial streams, and dramatic mountain backdrops. Reach Kyarkoti Base Camp, one of the most scenic campsites of the trek. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and panoramic Himalayan views.
Spend the day exploring the breathtaking Kyarkoti Valley. Visit the glacial lakes, wander along turquoise streams, and capture close views of Black Peak (Kalanag) and the Bandarpunch Range. Optional short hikes to nearby ridges offer spectacular photo opportunities. Return to base camp for the night.
- Trek Duration: 5–6 hours
Begin the return journey by retracing your path to Forest Camp. Enjoy descending through meadows and forest trails with beautiful valley views. Evening relaxation and overnight stay at Forest Camp.
- Trek Duration: 3–4 hours
Descend to the trailhead through the serene forest section. After reaching the road, drive back to Uttarkashi. Trip ends with warm memories of the Kyarkoti Valley.
