Trekking > Pindari Trek

Pindari Glacier Trek                                                                                        

The trip to Pindari Glacier is well within the reach of anyone who wishes to go for a trek and is the most popular in Kumaon. The rewards are many fold; the grandeur of the Himalayas, beautiful mountain flora and fauna, water falls & snowy ranges a if the entire gamut that nature ha to offer is up for the taking.

The glacier over 3.2 km in length and 1.5 km. broad, is situated on the Nanda Devi and Nanda Kot peaks. Flanked by mighty peaks the impression that one gets looking at it is one of reverence and awe. The prominent peaks that can be seen from here are Baljuri, Panwalidwar, Nanda Khat, Changuch and Nanda Kot. Along this trip one can visit the Kafni Glacier as well.

Season: May - November Max Altitude: 3900 mts No. 0f Days:  12 Trek Grade : M

DELHI - NAINITAL
Depart by the night bus straight for Nainital, or catch the Kathgodam Exp to Kathgodam and take a cab to Nainital (560 km, 12-14 hrs).

Day 1: NAINITAL - BAGESHWAR (960 M/3168 FT)
In the morning drive to Bageshwar. According to legend Shiva blesses the place, and the Baijnath temple is worth a visit (137 km, 4 hrs). Overnight in guesthouse.

Day 2: BAGESHWAR - SONG - LOHARKHET(1750 M /5775 FT)
The drive to Song is 40 km followed by a 2 km trek to Loharkhet. You have reached the point where the main trek starts. Overnight in Tents / guesthouse.

Day 3: LOHARKHET - DHAKURI (2680 M / 8844 FT)
It is an 11 km trek today that takes you down into the depths of the valley and then a fair climb to Dhakuri. Overnight is tents / resthouse.

Day 4: DHAKURI - KHATI (2210 M / 7293 FT)
This is an 8 km trek; Khati is the largest village on this route and is on the banks of the Pinder Ganga. The people here are extremely hospitable and legend has it that they are the descendents of the race who provided shelter to the Pandavas during their exile. Overnight in Tents / Village huts.

Day 5: KHATI - DWALI (2575 M/8498 FT)
The trekking distance today is 11 km (5-6 hrs) with the roar of the Pinder Ganga not too far off. Along the way there are many a waterfalls and log bridges to be crossed. Overnight in tents / resthouse.

Day 6: DWALI - PHURKIA (3206 M/14300 FT)
A short 5 km trek takes you to Phurkia. The barren icy peaks seem to be your only companions for the day. Overnight in tent / resthouse

Day 7: PHURKIA - PINDARI GLACIER (3900 M/12870 FT)
Today is an early start as it is a 7 km trek each way. Touch zero point from where the Pindari glacier can be viewed in all its magnificence. The pinder valley is also prominent with its patches of lush greenery over the stark white landscape. Return to Phurkia.

Day 8: PURKHIA - DWALI
Its time to go back and the 5 km trek will take about 3 hrs. Overnight in tents / resthouse.

Day 9: DWALI - KHATI
Today's 11 km trek will take 4-5 hrs. Exploring Khati is a good idea as it has some beautiful sights to offer. Overnight in tents / resthouse.

Day 10: KHATI - DHAKURI
The trips coming to an end. 8 km of trek (3-4 hrs).

Day 11: DHAKURI - LOHARKHET- SONG - BAGESHWAR
Trek all the way to song today 13 km, 5-6 hrs and drive back to Bageshwar. Overnight at Resthouse. The trek has come to an end.

Day 12: BAGESHWAR - NAINITAL - DELHI
Take a taxi from Bageshwar to Nainital / Kathgodam to catch a Bus or train to Delhi. The trip ends here.

(Note: If one wants to do the Kafni Glacier as well add 3 days)