Har Ki Doon Trekking 2026

The Har-Ki-Doon Valley is located in the Western Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand. This trek offers stunning views of snowy peaks, lush forests, waterfalls, meadows, wildlife, and rare Himalayan birds. Key peaks like Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, and Kala Nag are visible up close. Known for its sacred temples and mythological significance, this trek is perfect for botanists, bird watchers, photographers, nature lovers, and anyone interested in exploring untouched landscapes. πŸŒ„πŸŒΏπŸ“Έ

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State:Β Uttarakhand

Location:Β sankari

Duration:Β 7N/8D

Valid Age:Β 18Β –Β 60

Support Contact:Β 01145999000

Reporting Point:Β Dehradun Prince Chowk

 
Overview
 

National Himalayan Har Ki Doon Trekking cum Training Expedition 2026

Program CoordinatorΒ πŸ“ž: YHA India – 01145999000, 01145999015

About the Program 🏞️:

TheΒ Har-Ki-Doon ValleyΒ is located in theΒ Western Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand. This trek offers stunning views of snowy peaks, lush forests, waterfalls, meadows, wildlife, and rare Himalayan birds. Key peaks likeΒ Swargarohini,Β Bandarpoonch, andΒ Kala NagΒ are visible up close. Known for its sacred temples and mythological significance, this trek is perfect forΒ botanists,Β bird watchers,Β photographers,Β nature lovers, and anyone interested in exploring untouched landscapes. πŸŒ„πŸŒΏπŸ“Έ

Who Can Participate?

  1. Age: 18-60 years (YHAI membership required)
  2. Documents Needed:
  3. 2 copies of ID proof (except Pan Card) πŸ†”
  4. Trekking medical certificate (30 days validity) πŸ₯
  5. 2 passport-size photos πŸ“Έ
  6. Membership Card πŸ…

How to Reach Base CampΒ πŸš—βœˆοΈ

  1. By Air: Nearest airport –Β Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun.
  2. By Road: Well-connected to Mussoorie (via buses/taxis from Dehradun).
  3. By Train:Β DehradunΒ has a well-connected train network. πŸš†

How to JoinΒ πŸ“:

  1. ApplyΒ onlineΒ atΒ YHAI Website.
  2. Payment: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards accepted.
  3. Medical Certificate: Required for booking. πŸ’³

Day Wise Schedule

Day 1:Β Reporting at Base Camp, Sankri/ motwar/kotgoan

Report at the scenic YHAI Base Camp. Complete your registration, settle in, and prepare for an unforgettable trekking journey. Transportation to the base camp at Sankri / Kotgaon will be available on a paid basis from Dehradun (Prince Chowk, near Dehradun Railway Station).

A private bus departs at 5:30 AM, and an Uttarakhand Roadways bus departs at 8:00 AM.

The distance from Dehradun Junction (Railway Station) to Sankri / Kotgaon is approximately 190–195 km. Due to the mountainous terrain, it generally takes about 8–9 hours to reach the base camp

Day 2:Β Acclimatisation walk, Orientation & Training

Day 3:Β Transfer from Base Camp to Osla village (approx. 30 km by transport), followed by trek of approx. 7 km to Kalkatiyadhar Camp

Day 4:Β Trek to Har Ki Dun summit/explore and return to Kalkatiyadhar Camp (approx.14 km)

Day 5:Β Trek from Kalkatiyadhar Camp to Osla village return ( 7 km), followed by transfer to Base Camp by transport

Day 6:Β Check-out after breakfast

Facts

AccommodationΒ πŸ•οΈ:

  1. Base Camp: Netwar
  2. Higher Camp: Tented accommodation

Food & WaterΒ πŸ½οΈπŸ’§:

  1. Nutritious vegetarian meals provided

What to BringΒ πŸŽ’:

  1. Clothing: Woolens, cotton shirts, slacks, sun cap, trekking shoes, socks
  2. Essential Gear: Rucksack, packed lunch box, plate, spoon, water purifying tablets, penknife, needle & thread, spare buttons, goggles
  3. Personal Items: Cold cream, soap, toilet paper, towel, rain sheet, personal medications (Crepe bandage, micropore tape, paracetamol, Vicks, etc.)
  4. Extras: Camera with batteries, trekking boots (for snow)

CertificatesΒ πŸŽ–οΈ:

  1. Certificates awarded for successful completion

Important NotesΒ πŸ“:

  1. Documents: YHAI membership card, payment receipt, Admit Card, original Medical Certificate, 2 passport-size photos required for Base Camp entry
  2. Special Leave: Central Govt. employees can avail special casual leave for the expedition (up to 30 days)
  3. Scholarships:
  4. Justice TPS Chawla Scholarship: For underprivileged girls (family income < β‚Ή1,00,000/year)
  5. Siddharth Scholarship: 50% off for underprivileged youth (family income < β‚Ή2,50,000/year)

Safety & Security 🚨:

  1. Extensive safety measures in place, but YHAI and staff are not responsible for accidents or illnesses

Additional Notes ❗:

  1. No Smoking/Alcohol/Narcotics 🚭
  2. Stay on Route: Deviation is not allowed during the program
  3. No Outside Stay: Only YHAI camp accommodation allowed
  4. Environmentally Friendly: Do not litter; carry any trash found
  5. No Campfire Wood BurningΒ πŸ”₯🚫

Reporting Dates

15-05-2026 | 16-05-2026 | 17-05-2026 | 18-05-2026 | 19-05-2026 | 20-05-2026 | 21-05-2026 | 22-05-2026 | 23-05-2026 | 24-05-2026 | 25-05-2026

Cancellation Policy

βœ…Β Cancellation Method:

1️⃣ Participants booked online will do online cancellation minimum 10 days prior to your reporting date.

2️⃣ Participants booked offline will inform their cancellation by email to πŸ“§Β trekking@yhaindia.orgΒ minimum 10 days prior to your reporting date.

⚠️ Only cancellation done as per above method will be eligible for credit shell/refund. The below cancellation policy will however not be applicable if the request reaches short of 10 days prior to the reporting date and shall not be eligible for credit shell/refund.

πŸ“œΒ Cancellation Policy:

The Participant, who cancels the programme by serving request minimum 10 days prior to his/her reporting date as per above terms and conditions of “Cancellation Method”, is eligible to get the credit shell or refund as follows:

(a) Credit Shell:-

βœ”οΈ In case you are unable to join the programme due to any reason, you will get a 100% Credit Shell of the participation fees which will be valid till 31st December 2026.

βœ”οΈ If the next programme opted by you is cheaper, you may use the balance amount in any of the Trek till Dec 2026.

βœ”οΈ If the next opted programme is costlier, the trekker has to pay the differential amount.

β›” Program opted using the Credit Shell cannot be cancelled again.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ You may transfer your seat to your family members and friends also. The seats thus transferred cannot be retransferred or cancelled.

🎯 The credit shell can only be used in booking of adventure programs organised by YHAI. The credit shell will not be used in taking memberships and hostel bookings.

OR

(b) Refund:-

πŸ’΅ Participants can opt for a 50% refund instead of 100% credit shell if they wish to. The conditions of β€œCancellation Method” will be the same as mentioned above. The participant has to inform either offline or online minimum 10 days prior to his reporting date. If the request reaches short of 10 days prior to the reporting date the refund request shall not be considered.

πŸ“Β Note:Β If any program will be cancelled due to πŸŒͺ️ Natural Calamity / πŸ›οΈ Government Restriction / ❌ Cancellation of Permission or any other reasons, YHAI will be accountable only for program fees and not other expenses which participants have made for joining the program. In these circumstances the decision for participation fees will be considered by the YHAI and will be bound to all.

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