Panchachuli Glacier Trek
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STYLE
:
Trekking
GRADE
:
Moderate
Dates
:
Oct 19-25, 2008
NO. OF DAYS
:
7
NO. OF TREKKING DAYS
:
7
MAXIMUM ALTITUDE
:
9000 ft
REPORTING
:
at Dharchula (in the map)

Nestled snugly in the lap of the snow capped peaks of Panchachuli, the Darma Valley in Phithoragarh district is endowed with abundant scenic grandeur. 135 kms from Phithoragarh and 35 kms from Dharchula is the last bus terminal, Dar. From Dar to Panchachuli Glacier is a 31 kms trek. The route to the glacier abounds in exotic scenery, snow capped mountains, gushing streams, Alpine meadows and a rich variety of flora and fauna. From the glacier one can see the Panchachuli peaks towering in the Himalayan glory.

What to Expect
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Vast stretches of glaciers. Him Khand, Yuli river.
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Untouched meadows around Panchachuli glacier.
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Majestic spectacle of Panchachuli that derives its name from the Five Peaks, after the legendary Pandavas.
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Bhojpatra and Deodar tree forests and native settlements, taking one a couple of decades back in the Himalayan past.
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Mountain goats and a spectrum of migratory birds.
   
Naglin Bugyal (meadow)
Campsite at Urthing
DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY
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Day 1
:
Dharchula – Dar (35 kms/drive) – Urthing (8 kms/Trek) (3500 ft – 7000 ft – 6000 ft)
Day 2
:
Urthing – Naglin (8 kms/Trek) (7500 ft)
Day 3
:
Naglin – Dugtu/Sone Camp (9 kms/Trek) (9000 ft)
Day 4
:
Sone Camp – Panchachuli (2kms/Trek) – Sone Camp (2kms/Trek)
Day 5
:
Sone Camp – Naglin
Day 6
:
Naglin – Urthing (8 kms/Trek)
Day 7
:
Urthing – Dar (8kms/Trek) - Dharchula (35 kms/drive)
 
Glacier near Bailing

Bugyal near Panchachuli.
The Five peaks form the backdrop.
   
Native
Adi Kailash
   
The Five Pandava peaks
COST OF THE TRIP
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Rs. 20,300 per person*
*3.09 % Service Tax extra
 
Cost Includes
Transport: All road transfers by a Toyota Qualis/Mahindra Scorpio from and back to Dharchula.
Accommodation in campsites on twin sharing basis
Meals: All meals beginning with breakfast on Day 1 till lunch on Day 7.
Camping equipment like tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, camping stools, etc.
Professional and experienced guides
Wetsuits during the rafting trip
Experienced chef and service staff.
 
Cost Does Not Include
Any airfare (Delhi to Leh fares begin at Rs. 5450 per person)
Sleeping bag (can be be hired from us)
Any meals/services not mentioned above
Any charges for video cameras, still cameras, etc.
Alcohol, soft drinks, beverages, etc.
Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc.
Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
Travel insurance
 
Payment Terms & Conditions
Full payment to be made in advance at the time of booking the trek
Payment to be made by Cheque/DD in favour of GREAT INDIAN OUTDOORS (P) LTD. payable at New Delhi/Gurgaon
Payment for this trip will not be adjusted against any future trips
Cancellation policy
 
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>30 days: Full refund (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for hotel bookings, transport, etc.)
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21-30 days: 75% of trip cost will be refunded (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for hotel bookings, transport, etc.)
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14-21 days: 50% of trip cost will be refunded (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for hotel bookings, transport, etc.)
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<14 days: No refund
 
Disclaimer
Great Indian Outdoors (P) Ltd. takes utmost care to ensure safety of its clients. However in the case of any unforeseen mishaps, Great Indian Outdoors (P) Ltd. will not be liable for any injuries caused or for loss of life. All disputes rising due to the above are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in New Delhi/Delhi only.
 
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