10D 9N

Kuari Pass & Pangarchulla Trek

Himachal Pradesh

About the Trek

Kuari Pass is a spectacular Himalayan trek known for its peaceful trails, dense forests, panoramic mountain views, and wide-open alpine meadows. The trail takes you deep into the raw beauty of the Garhwal Himalayas, away from the usual tourist routes.

From charming campsites to dramatic ridgelines, every section of the trek offers breathtaking views of snow-covered Himalayan peaks. The changing landscapes, fresh mountain air, and serene surroundings make the journey truly memorable.

Trek Information

Duration10D 9N
Distance30 km
Altitude12,516 ft
DifficultyModerate
Age Group18-45

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Upcoming Dates

  • Available from October - Send WhatsApp Message for inquiry

Itinerary

Day 1 : Departure from Ahmedabad

Journey Starting Point

The journey will begin from Sabarmati Junction, located near Torrent Power, Dharamnagar.

Option 1: Ahmedabad–Rishikesh Yoga Express

Train: Ahmedabad–Rishikesh Yoga Express (19031)

Departure: 10:50 AM

Reporting Time: 09:45 AM

Reporting Location: Sabarmati BG Station, near Torrent Power, Dharamnagar

If seats are available on the Ahmedabad–Rishikesh Yoga Express, this train will be preferred for the journey to Rishikesh.

Option 2: If Yoga Express Tickets Are Unavailable

If tickets are not available on the Ahmedabad–Rishikesh Yoga Express, the

Day 2 : Arrival at Rishikesh & Sightseeing

Option 1: Arrival at Rishikesh

Arrival at Rishikesh: 12:00 pm Approx

Once we arrive in Rishikesh, the rest of the day is yours to explore, relax, and experience the vibrant atmosphere of this adventure and spiritual city.

You can explore Rishikesh at your own pace before returning for the night stay. Depending on your interests and available time, some popular places to explore include:

  • Laxman Jhula: Visit one of Rishikesh’s iconic landmarks and enjoy beautiful views of the Ganga.
Day 3 : Rishikesh to Karchi Village

Distance: 280 km
Drive Duration: 10–12 Hours
Altitude: 2,200 m
Stay: Karchi Village

  • Report at the designated pickup point in Rishikesh and begin the scenic drive towards Karchi Village.
  • Travel through Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag and Joshimath, witnessing the beautiful Himalayan landscapes along the way.
  • Arrive at Karchi Village, check in to the campsite and attend the trek orientation session.
  • Enjoy a warm dinner and overnight stay at Karchi Village, preparing for the adventure ahead.
Day 4 : Karchi Village to Khullara

Distance: 8 km
Trek Duration: 6–7 Hours
Altitude: 3,000 m
Stay: Aghorgeta

  • After breakfast, begin the trek through dense oak, rhododendron, and deodar forests, enjoying beautiful Himalayan scenery along the trail.
  • Take short breaks and enjoy a packed lunch before continuing through scenic forest sections towards Aghorgeta.
  • Arrive at the campsite by afternoon, relax with evening tea while enjoying the mountain views, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Aghorgeta.
Day 5 : Khullara to Kuari Pass & Back to Khullara

Distance: 12 km
Trek Duration: 8–9 Hours
Altitude: 3,680 m
Stay: Khullara

  • After breakfast, begin the trek towards the famous Kuari Pass through alpine meadows and high ridges, enjoying breathtaking Himalayan views along the trail.
  • Reach Kuari Pass and enjoy panoramic views of Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, Trishul, Kamet, and Dronagiri peaks. Relax, have a packed lunch, and capture memorable photographs.
  • Return to Khullara via the same trail. Enjoy refreshments at the campsite, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Khullara.
Day 6 : Khullara to Pangarchulla Peak & Back to Khullara

Distance: 14 km
Trek Duration: 9–10 Hours
Altitude: 4,590 m
Stay: Khullara

  • Begin the summit attempt very early in the morning. The trail becomes steeper as you move towards the higher ridges, with snow conditions often making the ascent physically demanding.
  • Continue towards the Pangarchulla Summit, reaching an altitude of approximately 4,590 m. From the summit, enjoy sweeping views of some of the major Garhwal Himalayan peaks, making the challenging climb highly rewarding.
  • After spending some time at
Day 7 : Khullara to Karchi Village

Distance: 8 km
Trek Duration: 5–6 Hours
Altitude: 2,500 m
Stay: Karchi Village

  • After breakfast, begin your descent from Khullara towards Karchi Village. The trail gradually loses altitude and passes through beautiful oak, rhododendron, and conifer forests, offering peaceful views of the surrounding mountains.
  • Continue descending through the forested trail towards the lower villages. The route becomes easier as you lose altitude, giving you time to relax and enjoy the final stretch of the trek.
  • Reach Karchi Village by
Day 8 : Karchi Village to Rishikesh
Distance: 280 km
Duration: 9–10 Hours
Altitude: 2,200 m
Stay: Rishikesh
  • After breakfast, begin your journey towards Rishikesh.
  • Enjoy the scenic Himalayan journey with short refreshment stops along the way.
  • Arrive in Rishikesh by evening, check in, relax, and enjoy the evening.
  • Overnight stay in Rishikesh.
Day 9 : Rishikesh Exploration and Return Journey to Ahmedabad

After completing your Kuari Pass Trek, you can choose how you would like to spend your remaining time before beginning the journey back to Ahmedabad.

Option 1 | Explore Rishikesh & Board the Train to Ahmedabad

Participants can spend the morning exploring the vibrant town of Rishikesh,

Depending on your interests and available time, you can explore some of Rishikesh’s popular attractions and

activities:

  • Laxman Jhula: Visit one of Rishikesh’s iconic landmarks and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the
Day 10 : Arrival at Ahmedabad

Option 1 | Back to Ahmedabad

Arrival Time: 03:40 PM

Your Unscripted Thrills adventure officially comes to an end upon arrival in Ahmedabad. After collecting your luggage and belongings, participants can disperse and continue their onward journey.

Before you leave, don’t forget to tag @unscriptedthrills in your travel photos, stories, and reels. We’d love to see the memories you created with us!📸

And remember — one adventure ends, but another is already waiting. We invite you to join us

on

Day 1 : Rishikesh to Karchi Village

Distance: 280 km
Drive Duration: 10–12 Hours
Altitude: 2,200 m
Stay: Karchi Village

  • Report at the designated pickup point in Rishikesh and begin the scenic drive towards Karchi Village.
  • Travel through Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag and Joshimath, witnessing the beautiful Himalayan landscapes along the way.
  • Arrive at Karchi Village, check in to the campsite and attend the trek orientation session.
  • Enjoy a warm dinner and overnight stay at Karchi Village, preparing for the adventure ahead.
Day 2 : Karchi Village to Khullara

Distance: 8 km
Trek Duration: 6–7 Hours
Altitude: 3,000 m
Stay: Aghorgeta

  • After breakfast, begin the trek through dense oak, rhododendron, and deodar forests, enjoying beautiful Himalayan scenery along the trail.
  • Take short breaks and enjoy a packed lunch before continuing through scenic forest sections towards Aghorgeta.
  • Arrive at the campsite by afternoon, relax with evening tea while enjoying the mountain views, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Aghorgeta.
Day 3 : Khullara to Kuari Pass & Back to Khullara

Distance: 12 km
Trek Duration: 8–9 Hours
Altitude: 3,680 m
Stay: Khullara

  • After breakfast, begin the trek towards the famous Kuari Pass through alpine meadows and high ridges, enjoying breathtaking Himalayan views along the trail.
  • Reach Kuari Pass and enjoy panoramic views of Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, Trishul, Kamet, and Dronagiri peaks. Relax, have a packed lunch, and capture memorable photographs.
  • Return to Khullara via the same trail. Enjoy refreshments at the campsite, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Khullara.
Day 4 : Khullara to Pangarchulla and Back to Khullara

Distance: 14 km
Trek Duration: 9–10 Hours
Altitude: 4,590 m
Stay: Khullara

  • Begin the summit attempt very early in the morning. The trail becomes steeper as you move towards the higher ridges, with snow conditions often making the ascent physically demanding.
  • Continue towards the Pangarchulla Summit, reaching an altitude of approximately 4,590 m. From the summit, enjoy sweeping views of some of the major Garhwal Himalayan peaks, making the challenging climb highly rewarding.
  • After spending some time at
Day 5 : Khullara to Karchi Village

Distance: 8 km
Trek Duration: 5–6 Hours
Altitude: 2,500 m
Stay: Karchi Village

  • After breakfast, begin your descent from Khullara towards Karchi Village. The trail gradually loses altitude and passes through beautiful oak, rhododendron, and conifer forests, offering peaceful views of the surrounding mountains.
  • Continue descending through the forested trail towards the lower villages. The route becomes easier as you lose altitude, giving you time to relax and enjoy the final stretch of the trek.
  • Reach Karchi Village by
Day 6 : Karchi Village to Rishikesh
Distance: 280 km
Duration: 9–10 Hours
Altitude: 2,200 m
Stay: Rishikesh
  • After breakfast, begin your journey towards Rishikesh.
  • Enjoy the scenic Himalayan journey with short refreshment stops along the way.
  • Arrive in Rishikesh by evening, check in, relax, and enjoy the evening.
  • Your Unscripted Thrills adventure officially comes to an end upon arrival in Ahmedabad. After collecting your luggage and belongings, participants can disperse and continue their onward journey.
  • Before you leave, don’t forget to tag @unscriptedthrills in
Day 1 : Departure from Delhi

Journey Details | Delhi to Rishikesh

Participants will start their journey from Delhi.

  • Train Name: DDN JANSHTBDI (12055)
  • Departure Time: 03:20 PM
  • Reporting Time: 02:30 PM
  • Reporting Place: New Delhi Railway Station
  • Arrival at Haridwar: 07:33 PM Approx

Please ensure you reach the reporting point on time to avoid any inconvenience.

After Reaching Haridwar

After reaching Haridwar, participants will have to make their own way to Rishikesh. The transfer from Haridwar to Rishikesh is not included and

Day 2 : Rishikesh to Karchi Village

Distance: 280 km
Drive Duration: 10–12 Hours
Altitude: 2,200 m
Stay: Karchi Village

  • Report at the designated pickup point in Rishikesh and begin the scenic drive towards Karchi Village.
  • Travel through Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag and Joshimath, witnessing the beautiful Himalayan landscapes along the way.
  • Arrive at Karchi Village, check in to the campsite and attend the trek orientation session.
  • Enjoy a warm dinner and overnight stay at Karchi Village, preparing for the adventure ahead.
Day 3 : Karchi Village to Khullara

Distance: 8 km
Trek Duration: 6–7 Hours
Altitude: 3,000 m
Stay: Aghorgeta

  • After breakfast, begin the trek through dense oak, rhododendron, and deodar forests, enjoying beautiful Himalayan scenery along the trail.
  • Take short breaks and enjoy a packed lunch before continuing through scenic forest sections towards Aghorgeta.
  • Arrive at the campsite by afternoon, relax with evening tea while enjoying the mountain views, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Aghorgeta.
Day 4 : Khullara to Kuari Pass & Back to Khullara

Distance: 12 km
Trek Duration: 8–9 Hours
Altitude: 3,680 m
Stay: Khullara

  • After breakfast, begin the trek towards the famous Kuari Pass through alpine meadows and high ridges, enjoying breathtaking Himalayan views along the trail.
  • Reach Kuari Pass and enjoy panoramic views of Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, Trishul, Kamet, and Dronagiri peaks. Relax, have a packed lunch, and capture memorable photographs.
  • Return to Khullara via the same trail. Enjoy refreshments at the campsite, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Khullara.
Day 5 : Khullara to Pangarchulla and Back to Khullara

Distance: 14 km
Trek Duration: 9–10 Hours
Altitude: 4,590 m
Stay: Khullara

  • Begin the summit attempt very early in the morning. The trail becomes steeper as you move towards the higher ridges, with snow conditions often making the ascent physically demanding.
  • Continue towards the Pangarchulla Summit, reaching an altitude of approximately 4,590 m. From the summit, enjoy sweeping views of some of the major Garhwal Himalayan peaks, making the challenging climb highly rewarding.
  • After spending some time at
Day 6 : Khullara to Karchi Village

Distance: 8 km
Trek Duration: 5–6 Hours
Altitude: 2,500 m
Stay: Karchi Village

  • After breakfast, begin your descent from Khullara towards Karchi Village. The trail gradually loses altitude and passes through beautiful oak, rhododendron, and conifer forests, offering peaceful views of the surrounding mountains.
  • Continue descending through the forested trail towards the lower villages. The route becomes easier as you lose altitude, giving you time to relax and enjoy the final stretch of the trek.
  • Reach Karchi Village by
Day 7 : Karchi Village to Rishikesh
Distance: 280 km
Duration: 9–10 Hours
Altitude: 2,200 m
Stay: Rishikesh
  • After breakfast, begin your journey towards Rishikesh.
  • Enjoy the scenic Himalayan journey with short refreshment stops along the way.
  • Arrive in Rishikesh by evening, check in, relax, and enjoy the evening.
  • Overnight stay in Rishikesh.
Day 8 : Departure to Delhi

Return Journey | Haridwar to New Delhi

Participants will have to reach Haridwar Junction on their own from Rishikesh and board the scheduled train.

  • Train: NDLS Janshtabdi (12056)
  • Departure: 06:30 AM
  • Reporting Time: 06:00 AM
  • Reporting Location: Haridwar Junction
  • Arrival at New Delhi: 11:05 AM

Important: Transportation from Rishikesh to Haridwar is not included and must be arranged by participants at their own cost.

Once the train departs from Haridwar, the camp/trek itinerary with Unscripted Thrills officially comes to an

Places to Visit

Key highlights and landmarks along the route

  • Pangarchulla Peak
  • Kuari Pass
  • Khullara
  • Karchi Village
  • Gorson Bugyal
  • Nanda Devi & Himalayan Peak Views
  • Ancient Oak & Rhododendron Forests

Note: Attractions, activities, routes, and viewpoints are subject to weather conditions, local permissions, forest regulations, government guidelines, and safety considerations. Unscripted Thrills reserves the right to modify the itinerary based on actual ground conditions.

Inclusions

  • Travelling as per Package
  • Stay in Tents, Homestay & Hotels
  • Food at Campsites
  • Instructor & Guide
  • Forest Entry Fees
  • First Aid Support

Exclusions

  • Travelling for Haridwar & Rishikesh Sightseeing
  • Food at Haridwar stay
  • Trekking Gears
  • Anything not listed in Inlcusions