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Rupin Pass Trek
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Overview
One of the most magnificent treks in the Indian Himalayas is the Rupin Pass Trek. Every day is like a postcard, full of surprises. The Rupin Pass waterfall offers breathtaking views from 13,000 feet, leaving trekkers speechless. Every day, the panorama varies, which is why the walk is at the top of everyone’s bucket list.
You start the trek from a tranquil village Dhaula in Uttarakhand and the trek in Sangla valley of Kinnaur. The trek takes through the serene villages of Sewa known for its Shiva Temple then Jhakha (also known as the hanging villages) because it is located at the edge of a cliff. The trekkers and adventurers will be astonished to see the ever-changing landscapes from verdant meadows with wildflowers, dense jungles thundering waterfalls to the thrilling pass cross, The Rupin Pass.
The best time to do the Rupin Pass Trek is May to June and September. The trek also shows you the cultural difference between the two states Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh.
Heaven Riders India offers you an opportunity to conquer the Rupin Pass trek. The trip starts from Dehradun and ends at ‘Sangla’.
Highlights
- SHEPHERDS CROSSOVER FROM UTTARAKHAND TO SANGLA, HIMACHAL PRADESH
- AMAZING AND SERENE THREE STORY WATERFALL
- INCREDIBLE CHANGING ALPINE LANDSCAPES
- AMAZING CAMPSITES AND TYPICAL HIMALAYAN VILLAGES
- PICTURESQUE VERDANT MEADOWS OF KINNAUR
Tour Plan
Day 01
Dehradun to Dhaula (Drive 200 km)
• Altitude:- Dhaula 5,200 ft
• Meeting Point ISBT Dehradun, 6am
• 10 hour drive to Dhaula from Dehradun
• arrive Dhaula, Tea & snacks, meet the team
• enjoy the evening, followed by dinner
The team will welcome you by 6 am at ISBT Dehradun and get ready to board for Dhaula. It is a tranquil village in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. There are a dozen of homes in this small himalayan village adorned with lush woods and mountain slopes. Take a stroll around and spend the night in the local home stay in Dhaula. We will begin the trek next morning with yummy breakfast.
Day 02
Dhaula to Sewa (Trek 9 km)
• Altitude:- 5,200ft to 6,300ft
• 9Km, 6-7 hr trek, greet kids
• initially moderate trail, short climbs & drops
• Enough water on the way, refill from Rupin river
• experience the rich culture of himalayan village
Today you will be starting the trek early morning. The trail from Dhaula to Sewa is pretty easy except some climbs and drops where you will find lot of apricot trees and dense jungle.
Small water streams will pass by which give the trekkers some kind of refreshment. Refill your water bottles from Rupin river. Local kids greets you with 'Namastey'.
Once you reach Sewa, you will find an ancient Shiva temple at the heart of the village that opens once every 12 years to welcome the locals visiting God. Do visit the temple, this temple is looks like Kinnaur style architecture and return.
Soup & dinner would be served.
Day 03
Sewa to Jiskun (Trek 8km)
• Altitude: - 6,300ft to Jiskun 8,700ft
• 8 km, 6-7 hr trek
• Carry sufficient water from Sewa, refill at Jakha
• initial 3hr easy, 2hr challenging ascent to Jiskun
• several stream crossings on trail
The trek to the village Jiskun is not an easy one, but somewhere between moderate to challenging. The climb is rewarding. It is a surprising trail blessed with potato and barley fields. Eventually you will find yourself amidst the dense jungle with deodar and walnut trees.
Today you will be crossing several streams and you will be welcomed by a Iron bridge that flows over Rupin river. The trail to Jiskun is a challenging one after crossing a stream. Overnight in home stay with followed by dinner.
Day 04
Jiskun to Buraskandi (Trek 10 km)
• Altitude: - 8,700ft to 11,500ft
• 10 Km, 7 hr trek
• carry sufficient water, Refill from Rupin
• Jakha is highest & last village on trek
• initially steep ascent, gradual-easy walk
Today we will be trekking through deep gorge, dense forests , meadows and wooden bridges and forests. Hanging village of Jhakha will be seen, and Jhakha can be spotted through forests located high up on a mountain.
The Rupin pass trail will surely surprise you as you will walk through wildflowers carpeted with rhododendron all around. The walk through the endless meadows of Dhanteras Thatch of this trail will level up your adrenaline rush.
The thundering river awaits, the climb gets steeper. You have to cross the river carefully. Overnight camp stay at Buraskandi.
Day 05
Buraskandi to UWF Upper Water Fall (Trek 5 hr)
• Altitude: - 11,500ft to 13,200 ft
• 4 Km, 4 hr trek
• carry sufficient water, Refill at streams
• Moderate continuous climb, ascend slowly
• acclimatize walk, work high sleep low, drink liquids
Today you will get to witness the infamous high altitude Rupin Pass. It will be a challenging day, so we will start the trek after early breakfast. The trail will give you a good dose of adrenaline rush as you will be coming across snow slopes, cliffs, massive waterfalls. Entering into the
upper waterfall campsite is like entering into a new world.
Get your cameras ready to take scintillating snaps of the lower waterfall. You will feel elated because the Upper waterfall campsite is waiting for you at the top. The trekkers will leave the treeline far below and the landscapes turn into frozen landscapes embellished with black snow capped mountains all around.
Enjoy the evening with tea & hot snacks. Dinner will be served. Stay in camps.
Day 06
Upper Waterfall to Ronti Gad via Rupin Pass 15,200ft
Day 07
Ronti Gad to Sangla (Trek 6 hours)
Included/Excluded
- During the trek, you will be staying in communal campgrounds & rooms
- Transportation as per itinerary (Pick-Up at ISBT Dehradun & Drop at Sangla) rest depends on weather & road conditions.
- While on the walk, healthy and nutritious meals (Day 1 dinner to Day 7 Breakfast).
- Morning & Evening Tea with Cookies.
- Soup in the evening.
- Camping Equipment like Tents, Sleeping Bag, Mattress, Kitchen & Dining equipment, etc.
- All required Forest, Camping, and Trekking Permits, as well as entry fees.
- Basic First Aid Medical Kit.
- Trek leader and support staff that have completed a mountaineering course and are experts in their field (Local Guide, Cook, Porter, Mule & Helper).
- Any services not mentioned in the inclusions
- Any insurance, emergency evacuation or rescue charges, any cost of hospitalization.
- Any costs incurred as a result of bad weather, road closures, sudden halt, Snowfall, Rain, Strike, Bandh, Administrative or Govt Ban, Vehicle Breakdown, God Act or other factors beyond our control must be paid by YOU/TOURIST on the spot.
- Liability for or Insurance against injury, loss of life, accidents or loss of goods.
- Any personal expenses not included in the inclusions, such as tip, mineral water, and snacks/meals, Buffer Day.
- Taxes/GST.
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