On this day, you start from Sankri to Taluka around 7 in the morning. It is a short drive through forests that gradually thicken and many freshwater streams cutting paths through rocks, this will introduce you to your trekking terrain which will be mostly rock, with forests along the way and small streams accompanying you through the trail. After reaching Taluka you will come across a small village settlement where you can take a short break, have some refreshments before getting on with your big journey to Har ki dun. The trek begins with a descent to the bank of Tons, the river will accompany you to the right, soon the trails will change its terrain and you will find yourself entering a canopy of conifer forest followed by a bridge built of cement which you will easily be able to spot in the wilderness.

After crossing the bridge, you will head on to find a wooden bridge where a smooth slope will take you down the water. People who’ve already emptied their water bottles can refill this freshwater, but it is always better to use a purifier or filter of some sort. The scenery around the trail from here is worth capturing on your camera, the shade and lighting are perfect for a swooning shot of the massif. The trek is full of flowers like irises, roses, bamboo, chestnut, cedar (deodar) trees.

By lunchtime you will be halting at the edge of Supin Tributary, a small food shack can be seen from here, these shacks are common throughout the trek, people tend to eat and drink tea/coffee a lot, these shacks can also provide you with bottled water. If you want to eat something other than the packed lunch you can taste the local dishes and snacks available here, you can also buy some for the way ahead.

On your way forward there are wide agricultural fields filled with crops such as millet, potato, and maize and it seems like you are on a much lower terrain. You will see a green clearing at the end of river Supin which is without a doubt Pauni Garaat your base camp for the night, the best time to arrive is during dusk, when the sun is low and the colours of the sky is mild, you can then take out your cameras and capture nature’s magic.

The usual trek will take you to the Village of Sankri, Osla and Gangad, these villages are very old almost about 300 years old, from here the trek moves on to Bhida Ka Thach from Taluka. The trail will next descend on to the river valley of Thamsa and you will continue to a forest and the river Thamsa will be your constant companion. There is a long slope which ends to a level walk followed by a wooden bridge, you will also find a drinking water spot here, so don’t forget to fill your bottles. Move on with the trail and after 15 to 20 minutes you will see a clearing, here emergency camp can be set in case you want to halt for the night or for a few hours rest. Next stop is Dhatmir village which you will pass on in the trail moving on towards Gangaad which is a 30 to 4- minute trek from Puani Graat. You will find a dhaba on the way where you can eat or pack food for later. Osla village has a famous Someshwar temple whose architecture is one to admire. The villagers are extremely proud of the temple and worship it with love and devotion.

The distance of the trek is about 7 km which is covered in 7 hours so it is better to start the trek in the early morning. You will cross at least 3 hydroelectric run chafing units which are widely used by the villagers for separating millet, maize followed by grounding to flour. The trek proceeds through harvest lands, cattle grazing and slant roofed huts used as storages.

As you ascend higher you will start to see beautiful Himlayan ranges which are lit with the rays of the sun, the view is breathtaking. Here you will find yourself standing in Simatra when you will camp for the night. As you put tents to make sure they are sturdy, properly assembled and will not fall if strong gushes of wind started blowing. A temporary bathroom is set and food is also heated out on a stove. The night sky from here is something you will cherish forever, with beautiful stars visible away from pollution and dust which would otherwise fill the sky with smoke.
It is a great opportunity to practice astrophotography and capture the stars when they are at their best. You can also get up early in the morning to click mesmerizing photos of the sunrise.

This is the day all of your hard work adds up to reaching the destination. The trek is filled with alpine meadows, glaciers, and views that will leave you spellbound. The forests on the way are covered with overshadowing pine trees which will go on for a while.

The ascent and descent are mixed up here, you will find an irregularity in slopes and therefore need to have all the stamina and energy to catch up with time and finally reach Har Ki Dun. During winters the trek can be seen covered in deep snow. Once you reach the higher ground you will begin to see patches of a frozen waterfall. The peaks of Swargarohini, Black Peak, Hata Peak, etc are visible from this point and beautifully emerge from all the directions and the light of the sun plays with the peak’s natural carvings. The valley has it all, meadows, coniferous forests, glacier moraines and Himalayan peaks surrounding this small haven. Here you will complete your journey of Har Ki Dun peak trek and now prepare to trace your journey back home.

Today’s trek will take you through ancient Indian Villages who have been withstanding time and people for centuries. The forests thick with chir pine and needle pine along with ferns filling the way and trees with small flowers, beautify the way along the trail. trail. If you look towards your side, you will see trekkers traveling towards Har Ki Dun as the trails to go up and come back down run parallel to each other.

Both of these trails have a common mid-point, the Seema bridge which brings you back on the route to Chilurgaad which is just 2 km away from the bridge, from there you descend further and reach Gangaad village, which will be your campsite for the night. The village will give you an opportunity to mingle with the local people residing there for generations who have been a guiding hand to many trekkers, you can learn about the culture, the food and the lifestyle of these people and how their traditions have shaped them over the years. You can visit the temples to get a sense of spiritual healing and get your blessing from the deities these people believe in so much. Remember to draw a line somewhere and don’t be too intruding, be very respectful and humble while speaking to them, because if they get offended by you it could be a problem for all the trekkers who ever set foot. You are on their soil, sharing their food, be thankful to them.

The trek will mostly be full of gradual descends as you move towards Taluka, be careful because the mountains can be slippery when climbing down and you don’t want to hurt yourself, better safe than sorry. You should use the help of a trekking pole for better support. We strictly advise our trekkers to carry a trekking pole. Carrying a trekking pole does not, in any case, mean that you are not fit enough. It makes the trek easier and safer for you.

Once you bid farewell to the friendly villagers of Gungaad you start your trek to Taluka, the route is exactly the same as when you ascended the slope. If you maintain an average pace you will reach Taluka within 3 to 4 hours and once you reach Taluka you will take a taxi from Taluka to Sankri because the road is motorable and well-maintained roadways is preferred, it will also save time and you reach Taluka around 3 to 3:30 in the afternoon. You can then go for a shopping spree and buy local goods like Wool, Honey, Herbs, Organic Rajma, Rice etcetera. Other than that, handmade goodies are a good option to buy in the form of souvenirs and can later be used as gifts or you could simply take one for yourself to remind you of this pleasant journey.

You will then stay the night at Sankri in a guest house and gave a good rest as next you will have to head on to Dehradun and then head back to your home, you can take a refreshing bath and have the local tea along with some snacks, those who want to spend more time enjoying their stay can have a short walk in the local market at night, when everything looks ten times brighter and charming. Some great photos of the locals can be clicked here in action and you can gather more memories out of this place in the process.

So the next day you will start early if you want to reach Dehradun on time, it is advisable to not book tickets for departure in advance because you may never know if a road gets blocked on the way to Dehradun, so keep in mind that you can book a guest house for the night so then you can go in peace the next day.

However, once you start from Sankri it is a long 10-hour drive to Dehradun and breakfast and lunch served on the way, you can choose from a dhaba to a restaurant to a café, all are available. If the journey goes on the time you will reach Dehradun at sharp 6 in the evening and can then board your train or plane. But in case you’ve been cautious and are spending the night in Dehradun, this can be a great chance for you to explore the place, the people, the culture and the market all is wonderful here, you can do loads of shopping or simply just roam around in the nice weather, all in all, you will remember this trip for the rest of your life, that’s how good it’ll be.

Har Ki Doon Trek’s Height is at a toppling altitude of 12,000 ft and Distance is about 56 km which is covered in approximately a span of 7 to 9 days.