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Chipla Kedar Trek

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₹ 23,000 + 5% gst

“Not all those who wander are lost.”

Chipla Kedar Trek

via Kharkiya

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Kharkiya - 12 Days

Difficulty Level - 4

Kathgodam to Kathgodam

₹ 23,000 + 5% gst

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The Chipla Kedar Trek is a relatively lesser-known trek in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, India. The trek takes around 8 nights and 9 days to complete and starts from Kathgodam, which is a town located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand.

The trek passes through scenic villages, dense forests, and high-altitude meadows, offering stunning views of the Himalayan peaks. The highlight of the trek is the Chipla Kedar Peak, which is situated at an altitude of around 3,660 meters (12,008 feet) above sea level.

The trek involves moderate to challenging levels of difficulty and requires a good level of physical fitness and previous experience in high altitude trekking. The trek route is less frequented by trekkers, and it offers an opportunity to experience the local culture and traditions of the Kumaon region.

The trek package usually includes transportation from Kathgodam to the starting point of the trek, accommodation in tents or guesthouses, meals, camping equipment, and the services of an experienced guide or a local trekking agency for safety and support.

It's advisable to take necessary precautions and medications for altitude sickness and trek with the proper gear, including warm clothing, waterproof jackets and pants, sturdy trekking shoes, and camping equipment. It's also essential to follow the Leave No Trace principles and respect the local culture and environment while trekking.

Itinerary of Chipla Kedar Trek

Here is a more detailed itinerary for the Chipla Kedar trek:

Day 1: Arrival in Kathgodam
- Arrive in Kathgodam by train or bus from Delhi or other major cities.
- Meet the trek representative and transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Drive from Kathgodam to Kharkiya
- Have an early breakfast and drive to Kharkiya, the starting point of the trek.
- The drive takes around 10 hours and passes through scenic villages and towns.
- Overnight stay in a guesthouse or tented accommodation.

Day 3: Trek from Kharkiya to Baling Village (7 km)
- After breakfast, start the trek from Kharkiya to Baling Village.
- The trek takes around 5-6 hours and passes through dense forests and scenic meadows.
- Overnight stay in a guesthouse or tented accommodation.

Day 4: Trek from Baling Village to Khati Village (6 km)
- After breakfast, trek from Baling Village to Khati Village.
- The trek takes around 4-5 hours and passes through scenic forests and rivers.
- Overnight stay in a guesthouse or tented accommodation.

Day 5: Trek from Khati Village to Dwali Village (11 km)
- After breakfast, trek from Khati Village to Dwali Village.
- The trek takes around 5-6 hours and passes through scenic meadows and streams.
- Overnight stay in a guesthouse or tented accommodation.

Day 6: Trek from Dwali Village to Pukhriyana (9 km)
- After breakfast, start the trek from Dwali Village to Pukhriyana.
- The trek takes around 5-6 hours and offers stunning views of the Himalayan peaks.
- Overnight stay in tented accommodation.

Day 7: Trek from Pukhriyana to Chipla Kedar Base Camp (7 km)
- After breakfast, trek from Pukhriyana to Chipla Kedar Base Camp.
- The trek takes around 6-7 hours and involves a steep ascent.
- Overnight stay in tented accommodation.

Day 8: Trek to Chipla Kedar Peak (3 km) and back to Base Camp
- Early morning, trek to Chipla Kedar Peak and witness the stunning sunrise and views of the Himalayan peaks.
- Trek back to Chipla Kedar Base Camp and spend the day relaxing and exploring the surroundings.
- Overnight stay in tented accommodation.

Day 9: Trek back to Pukhriyana (7 km)
- After breakfast, trek back to Pukhriyana.
- The trek takes around 4-5 hours and offers stunning views of the Himalayan peaks.
- Overnight stay in tented accommodation.

Day 10: Trek back to Dwali Village (9 km)
- After breakfast, trek back to Dwali Village.
- The trek takes around 5-6 hours and passes through scenic meadows and streams.
- Overnight stay in a guesthouse or tented accommodation.

Day 11: Trek back to Kharkiya (17 km) and drive to Kathgodam
- After breakfast, trek back to Kharkiya.
- The trek takes around 8-9 hours and passes through scenic meadows, forests, and rivers.
- Drive back to Kathgodam and spend the night in a hotel.

Day 12: Departure
- After breakfast, depart from Kathgodam and continue your onward journey.

Note: The itinerary may be subject to change depending on weather conditions, group size, and the discretion of the trek leader.

Q&A

How to reach Chipla Kedar?

Chipla Kedar trek starts from Kharkiya village which is located in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand. Here's how to reach Kharkiya village:

By Air:
The nearest airport to Kharkiya is Pantnagar Airport, which is around 200 km away. From there, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Kharkiya.

By Train:
The nearest railway station is Kathgodam Railway Station, which is around 180 km away. From there, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Kharkiya.

By Road:
Kharkiya is well-connected by road. You can take a taxi or bus from Kathgodam or other nearby towns like Almora or Pithoragarh. The distance from Kathgodam to Kharkiya is around 220 km.

Once you reach Kharkiya, the trek to Chipla Kedar starts. You can hire a local guide or join a trekking group for a more organized experience.

Which district is Chipla Kedar in?

Chipla Kedar is a popular trekking destination located in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.

Included in the package

Certified Trek Leaders are provided to you by Walking The Himalayas.
All the trekking essentials like Tents, Sleeping Bags, Gaiters, Crampons, Liners, Cutlery, etc.
All the staff members from the team Walking The Himalayas are experienced that includes Guides, Cooking Staff, Helpers, and Porters.
We promise our travelers to provide delicious, hygienic & nutritious meals during the trek that includes morning tea, breakfast, lunch, evening snacks & dinner).
Fully equipped medical kit, oxygen, and safety equipment.
All forest permits and camping charges.

Not included in the package

Transport to and from Kathgodam– Walking The Himalayas will arrange shared taxis for trekkers. These shared taxis will pick you up from Kathgodam Railway Station or Pant Nagar Airport. Taxi from Kathgodam to Kharkiya will cost around Rs. 8000 - 9000 per taxi and Rs. 14000 - 16000 per tempo one way.
Food during transit to and from the base camp – Walking the Himalayas doesn't include meals purchased during the journey to Dharchula and back.
Backpack offloading charges – If you wish to offload your backpack, there will be an additional charge of Rs. 2100 - 2500. The backpack cannot weigh more than 9 - 10 kg. Walking The Himalayas does not allow Suitcases/Strollers/Duffel bags during the trek, so if you are bringing these then you have to take care on your own. These charges can vary for last-minute offloading in case you decide to offload your bag after reaching Dharchula (Rs.350 per day inclusive of taxes).
Personal expenses - Your trekking package doesn't include any kind of personal expenses.

Cancellation

If your trek gets called off at the last moment due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rains, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh etc.) we will not refund your money. Instead of money, Walking The Himalayas will issue a trek voucher for the full amount. You can easily redeem that voucher for the same amount for any of the treks available at the same price.

In case you wish to cancel your trek please email us at help@walkingthehimalayas.com

Cancellation charges are based on the total trek fee, irrespective of the amount paid either full or partial.

The cancellation policy of Walking The Himalayas is based on the original booking time and the original start date of the trek.

If you cancel a trek before 30 days of trek start date and get a full refund after deduction of 1.99% payment processing fee.
If you cancel a trek before 15 days of the trek start date and get a refund after a deduction of 20% of the total trek fee.
If you cancel a trek before 10 days of the trek start date and get a refund after a deduction of 40% of the total trek fee.
If you cancel a trek before 5 days of the trek start date and get a refund after a deduction of 60% of the total trek fee.
The Trek fee is non-refundable if you cancel within 4 days before the trek start date.

Trek cancellation due to weather:

In case of an incomplete trek due to weather conditions, you can opt for the same trek again throughout your lifetime on all our fixed departures for the same trek.
This attempt only covers the trek fee and will not include any rentals or the transportation amount paid earlier.
This is non-transferable.