Panwali Kantha Trek, Uttarakhand
Know Before You Go
- Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains; take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes.
- The management reserves all the right to modify the trek during any emergencies or natural calamities.
- Consult a physician before undertaking the Panwali Kantha trek. Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the trek.
- Pay heed to the trek guides and instructors in order to enjoy a safe and sound trek.
- The Panwali Kantha trek takes place through an eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites. Travelers littering may be fined.
- Water is very precious, so conservation is appreciated.
- Do not encourage trekking during the night unless it is a part of the itinerary and a guide is with you; this might lead to unforeseen mishaps.
- Avoid using earphones during the trek; this might hinder your audibility.
- Avoid using plastic bags and maintain the ecological balance of the destinations.
- In case, the trek needs to be canceled, the authorities should be informed beforehand.
- Guidelines issued by the State-Government are to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of masks is recommended.
- Please provide a valid ID at the time of check-in.
- Professional guide(s) are available to ensure high safety and more information and personal attention which are necessary to appreciate a trek.
- The exact location will be shared with you post-booking.
- Neat and clean vehicle for the journey with experienced drivers especially for hilly terrains available.
- Camping is very basic in nature. One must not expect luxuries. Electricity may be available only at a few locations.
- Mobile & laptop charging points may/may not be available on campsites at a common point.
- Any personal expenses, items of personal nature, meals not mentioned, etc. will not be in part of the package.
- Carry dry snacks/food from home (you will save a lot of money). Carry water bottles with you, so that you can refill.
- Keep your luggage minimum; the more you carry, the more you hassle.
- It is recommended to carry enough warm clothes and the right kind of shoes for the Panwali Kantha trek.
- Children below the age of 7 years are not recommended for the trek.
Additional Information
About Panwali Kantha Trek:
Reach the Rishikesh bus stand at around 5 AM and take the taxi to Ghuttu, which is the starting point for the Panwali Kantha trek. Reach Ghuttu at around 11 AM and enjoy a lip-smacking breakfast and relax a bit.
Afterwards, start your trek from Ghuttu, which will last for 4-5 hours and pass through the Ghuttu's summer shelters. Visit the Bruansh forest, which is one of the most beautiful forests in the region.
Next day after the breakfast trek to the Panwali Kantha. Witness the beautiful landscape and the vast grasslands on your trek. After reaching Panwali Kantha, relax a bit and continue your journey by taking a walk up to Gaurmanda.
On the last day of your Panwali Kantha trek, start from Gaurmanda and descent to reach the Ghuttu, from where the Tempo traveller will take you to Dehradun, reaching in the evening.
As a part of daily hygiene protocol, proper care of hygiene and sanitation is maintained all through to ensure utmost care and personal safety of the guests.
About the Destination:
The Panwali kantha trek route is a mesmerising one that is replete with different beauties in different seasons. It is positioned at a height of 11,500 feet (3500 meters) and offers the rarest views of the entire range of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri peaks. During the Panwali Kantha trek, you pass through Panwali Kantha’s seven bugyals (meadows) and if you are blessed, you may catch sightings of the blue mountain goats (bharal), Himalayan bear, musk deer, and Ghoral too.
Right from the velvety green meadows in summers to the gently-sloped snow-laden bugyals in winters, this trek seems like a painted landscape. You can reach this trekking spot from Sonprayag or Ghuttu from Rishikesh, visit the stunning Buransh Forest and continue your journey up to Gourmand.
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What kind of fitness is expected for Panwali Kantha trek?
Is camping allowed in Panwali Kantha trek?
What is the difficulty level of Panwali Kantha trek?
The Panwali Kantha trek is of easy to moderate difficulty level as the altitude is not that much which is about 3965 meters above sea level and that makes a perfect experience for the next treks.
This trek gives a complete view of Kedarnath, Badrinath and even Gangotri with Yamunotri and encounter to the high altitude animals like Bharal, Ghoral, Himalayan Bear, and many others. And, witness the variety of flowering herbs, along with scenic landscape views.
What is the best time for Panwali Kantha trek?
How to reach to Panwali Kantha trek?
If you book the Panwali Kantha trek package with Thrillophilia, it includes one-way transfer from Ghuttu to Dehradun at the end in a tempo traveller for you to avoid the hassle of reaching the location. The start point of the Trek is Ghuttu and you will have to reach the starting point.
You can start the trip from Rishikesh which is at a distance of 232 km from Delhi by hiring a taxi or by taking a bus to Ghuttu which takes around 4-5 hours to reach. There are other modes of transportations that are available to reach the starting point of trek:
By Road: You can hire a taxi or catch a bus that is available from Rishikesh, Hardwar, and Dehradun at a distance of 186 km, 206 km and 225 km respectively. Both private vehicle and public transport is easily accessible to reach the destination.
By Railway: If you are choosing to travel via Train then the nearest station is Haridwar Railway Station at a distance of 145 km from Ghuttu.
By Air: If you are travelling by air then the nearest airport is Jolly Grant Aiport at a distance of 160 KM which takes approximately 5 hours 2 minutes to reach. After reaching airport, you can hire a taxi to reach Ghuttu.
What type of accomodation will be included in Panwali Kantha trek package?
Which activities will be included in Panwali Kantha trek?
During your Panwali Kantha trek, trekking and camping will be included. you will witness several lost beauties and highlights. Firstly, you will enjoy your trek from Ghuttu which will last for 4-5 hours and get to pass through Ghuttu's summer shelters. Witness one of the most beautiful forests in the region, the Bruansh forest, and a pleasant view with beautiful landscape and the vast grasslands on your trek.
Also, get the chance to visit Gaurmanda where you can amidst the picturesque landscapes. In addition, your eyes will start loving the stunning scenic views during the trek. The lush green and dense forests and random waterfalls are something that you can sit and admire for hours. Witness exotic birds and multiple colored flowers that make the environment even more charming and enthusiastic.
Will I be provided with a guide?
Yes, a professional guide will be provided who will take care of everything throughout the trip. All the safety instructions will be provided by a tour guide before the trekking starts. So, you are requested to attentively listen to the instructions provided by the guide.
In any case, the additional support needed to be required, you will be accompanied by a tour guide throughout the trekking.
Will the transportation be included in Panwali Kantha trek package?
Yes, the transportation is included but only one-way transfer from Ghuttu to Dehradun at the end in a tempo traveler in the Panwali Kantha trek package. You will have to reach the starting point by own. Hence, you are requested to plan your trip accordingly so that you can stick to the reporting and trek timings.
You can begin your trip from Rishikesh which is at a distance of 232 km from Delhi by hiring a taxi or by taking a bus to Ghuttu which takes around 4-5 hours to reach.
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