Pindari Glacier Trek

Kumaon region of Uttrakhand, bestowed with natural beauty in abundance, has always been an eye candy for trekkers from all around the globe. For many years, the area has been providing best baits in the form of retreats to adventure junkies to which no trekker on this earth can say no. The trek to Pindari Glacier is one such trekking trail that will take you through the spectacular landscapes, snow clad glaciers, and far-flung villages of the Kumaon region, which you might have only seen in the fairy tales and will remain etched in the mind for life! The best part of the trekking trail of Pindari Glacier is that it doesn’t test your endurance at every level, it’s smooth most of the times. But, don’t consider it as a cake walk as the degree difficulty sometimes increases so much that it pushes trekkers to put off their comfort zone. The trail becomes challenging and requires crossing mountain ridges, spider-walls, and streams. However, the unearthly beauty of the final point or Zero Point shall make you forget all the hardships. Trails that leads to the glacier, through rhododendron forests, transverse along the southern wilderness of the Nanda Devi Sanctuary offering impressive views of peaks like Panwali Dwar (6,683m), Nandadevi East, Nandakhat and Maiktoli (6,803m). If you are the one, whose feet has been itching all the timing, then book your seat now for the Pindari Glacier Trek, offered by ROCK LIZARD.

Region

Uttarakhand

Start

Kathgodam

Finish

Kathgodam

Season windows

Autumn (Sept–Nov), Spring (Mar–May), Summer (May–Jul)

1. Day 1

   Kathgodam to Khati

   2,200 m · 190 km

   o Enjoy a scenic drive through the Kumaon region, passing through lush forests and charming hill towns. o Arrive at Khati Village, where you'll have the rest of the day to acclimatize. o Evening briefing on the trek and some technical information to prepare you for the journey ahead.

2. Day 2

   Khati to Dwali

   2,575 m · 12 km

   o Begin your trek with a gradual ascent through dense forests and along the river. o The trail offers stunning views of the surrounding valleys and distant peaks. o Arrive at Dwali, a serene campsite nestled in the heart of the wilderness.

3. Day 3

   Dwali to Phurkiya

   3,200 m · 5 km

   o Continue your trek through a more rugged landscape, with steep ascents and rocky paths. o The trail opens up to reveal panoramic views of the towering Himalayan peaks. o Reach Phurkiya, where you’ll have time for an acclimatization walk to prepare for higher altitudes.

4. Day 4

   Furkiya to Zero Point & Back to Phurkiya

   3,680 m · 14 km

   o An early start for a challenging trek to Zero Point, the highlight of the expedition. o The ascent is steep and demanding, but the reward is the breathtaking view of the surrounding peaks and glaciers. o Spend some time at Zero Point before descending back to Phurkiya.

5. Day 5

   Phurkiya to Khati

   2,200 m · 17 km

   o Retrace your steps back through the stunning landscape, descending gradually to lower altitudes. o Enjoy the last moments of trekking in the serene wilderness before reaching Khati Village.

6. Day 6

   Khati to Kathgodam

   190 km

   After breakfast, begin the drive back to Kathgodam.