Kuari Pass Trek

5N/6DUttarakhandPickup & drop: Rishikesh → RishikeshHimalayan Treks

Overview

Kuari Pass is in the Chamoli district of the Garhwal Himalayas, and the route is also known as the Lord Curzon trail. The trek goes from Joshimath through the Auli and Gurson meadows, oak and deodar forest and snow to the pass. This 5 Nights / 6 Days trek starts and ends at Rishikesh Railway Station: you need to reach Rishikesh on your own, ideally a day before, and reporting is between 6:30 AM and 7:30 AM on Day 1. Batches run from May to September, with departures every day.

Day 1 is the 300 km drive to Joshimath and a lodge night. Day 2 is a short drive and a 6-7 km trek to Gulling campsite. Day 3 is a 6-7 km trek to Khullara. Day 4 climbs to Kuari Pass and walks down to camp. Day 5 treks down to Dhak and drives to Joshimath, and Day 6 is the drive back to Rishikesh. Transfers, camping, meals, permits, trekking equipment and a trek leader are included. Prices start at ₹9,999 per person (5% GST extra); dual sharing accommodation costs ₹1,000 extra per person.

Trip highlights

Trek to Kuari Pass in the Chamoli district of the Garhwal Himalayas
Walk through the Auli and Gurson meadows
Views of Nanda Devi, Trishul, Chaukhamba, Neelkanth and Dronagiri
Camps at Gulling, Khullara and Tali Top
Two lodge nights in Joshimath
All 3 meals plus snacks, permits, trekking equipment and a certified trek leader

Day-wise itinerary

01Day 1Drive to Joshimath (about 300 km)
Distance: approximately 300 km. Drive time: about 8 to 9 hours. Meet at the pickup point by 7:00 AM. Drive to Joshimath past Devprayag and Rudraprayag, with the Ganga and Alaknanda rivers alongside the road. Overnight stay in a lodge at Joshimath.
02Day 2Joshimath to Gulling | Trek
Trek distance: about 6-7 km. Trek duration: about 5-6 hours. After an early breakfast, take a short drive to the start of the trek. Hike through the green slopes of Gulling and across the Auli meadows. Pass through the woods, with views of Nanda Devi and other peaks, before the open meadows of Gurson. Descend through oak, chestnut, deodar and maple trees to the Gulling campsite. Overnight stay in tents.
03Day 3Gulling to Khullara | Trek
Trek distance: approximately 6-7 km. Trek duration: approximately 4-5 hours. After breakfast, start the climb to Khullara through sheep pastures. From Khullara you can see Chaukhamba, Kedarnath, Neelkanth, Dronagiri, Haathi-Ghodi and other mountains. Overnight stay in tents.
04Day 4Khullara to Kuari Pass and Tali Top | Trek
Trek distance: around 7-8 km. Trek duration: around 7-8 hours. Breakfast at 5:00 AM, then start the climb over steep, rocky terrain towards Kuari Pass. Walk through deep snow on the way up, with views of Nanda Devi and Trishul. After time at the pass, walk down to the camp. If you reach the base camp early, you can trek down to the Tali Top camp.
05Day 5Tali Top to Dhak | Drive to Joshimath
After breakfast, hike down through small villages and dense thickets to Dhak, on the road that connects Joshimath and the Niti-Malari valley. Stop at Tugasi and Kharsi to learn about the local culture. Drive from Dhak to Joshimath. Hot dinner, a hot shower and an overnight stay in a lodge at Joshimath.
06Day 6Joshimath to Rishikesh by road
Leave Joshimath at 7:00 AM. Drive to Rishikesh, where the trek ends. Drop between 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM (timings can change with weather and road conditions).

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

Pick-up and drop transfers
Camping stay during the trek
Dome tent on triple sharing or alpine tent on quad sharing
Campfire at the camps (if available)
All 3 meals plus snacks
Trekking permit, forest permit and campsite fees
Trekking equipment (tents, sleeping bags, ice axes, ropes, etc.)
Expert trek leader certified in basic/advanced mountaineering courses
Trek crew (guides, chefs, assistants, porters/mules)
Safety gear (first aid, medical kit, oxygen cylinders, stretcher, etc.)
Trek certificate of completion

Exclusions

5% GST
Mule offloading fee of ₹500 per day for a bag weighing up to 10 kg
Trek insurance (₹3,200 per person)
Single or double sharing tent (extra cost)
Food on the way during the pick-up and drop drives
Personal expenses
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Cancellation Policy

When you cancel	Refund
More than 10 days before the travel date	50% of the advance
5 to 10 days before the travel date	25% of the advance
Less than 5 days before the travel date	No refund

No refund for no-shows or early check-outs.
Meals, activities or services you don't use aren't adjusted or refunded.
If a trip is cancelled because of political unrest, government guidelines, extremely poor weather or unsafe conditions, you get a full credit (equal to the amount paid) to use on any future Travel Devils booking, not a cash refund.

Things To Pack

Non-skid, deep-treaded hiking shoes (1 pair)
Lightweight slippers or sandals (1 pair)
Personal toiletries kit (small towel, toilet paper, paper soap, bar soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, cold cream and similar items)
Track pants
Full-sleeve T-shirts (1 for every two days of trekking)
Undergarments (1 per day of trekking)
Rainwear (jacket and pants), raincoat and umbrella
Sun cap
Dry fruits, nuts and chocolate bars
Personal medicines, if any (consult your doctor before joining the trek)
Sunscreen lotion and lip balm
Plastic bags
Power bank
Camera

Things to know

Reporting point

Rishikesh Railway Station. Reporting time: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM on Day 1. Drop at the same point between 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM on Day 6. Please reach Rishikesh a day before.

Pickup points

Rishikesh Railway Station

The meeting and drop point is Rishikesh Railway Station. Please reach Rishikesh a day before to avoid any delays.
Reporting and drop timings can change with weather and road conditions.
Mule offloading costs ₹500 per day for a bag weighing up to 10 kg.
Consult your doctor before joining the trek, and carry your own medicines.
Carry a valid government-approved photo ID. There is no boarding without it.
The departure time is fixed. Keep your phone reachable and update your trip coordinator; they will try calling you, but we can't hold the bus.
The itinerary can change because of weather, road conditions or safety. All sightseeing is subject to weather and local authority guidelines.
Travel insurance isn't included. We recommend buying it before the trip.
Any increase in entry fees, taxes or fuel costs by the government after booking is charged extra.
Extra costs from delays outside our control (natural calamity, vehicle breakdown, road closures) are borne by travellers.
Damage to room or camp furnishings is payable by the guest responsible.

FAQs

Where and when does the trek start?

The meeting point is Rishikesh Railway Station. Reporting time is 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM on Day 1, and the drop on Day 6 is between 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM. Timings can change with weather and road conditions.

Do I need to reach Rishikesh on my own?

Yes. You travel to and from the meeting point yourself. Please reach Rishikesh a day before to avoid any delays.

How much does the Kuari Pass Trek cost?

₹9,999 per person. Dual sharing accommodation is ₹1,000 extra per person, which makes it ₹10,999. 5% GST is extra.

How long are the trek days?

Day 2 is about 6-7 km in 5-6 hours to Gulling. Day 3 is about 6-7 km in 4-5 hours to Khullara. Day 4, the pass day, is around 7-8 km in 7-8 hours and starts with a 5:00 AM breakfast. Day 5 is the walk down to Dhak, followed by the drive to Joshimath.

What is included?

Pick-up and drop transfers, camping in dome tents (triple sharing) or alpine tents (quad sharing), lodge nights in Joshimath, all 3 meals plus snacks, trekking and forest permits, campsite fees, trekking equipment, a certified trek leader, a trek crew, safety gear and a trek certificate of completion. Trek insurance (₹3,200 per person) and mule offloading (₹500 per day) are not included.

What do I need to carry?

Non-skid, deep-treaded hiking shoes, slippers or sandals, track pants, full-sleeve T-shirts, rainwear, a sun cap, sunscreen and lip balm, a toiletries kit, dry fruits and chocolate bars, a power bank and your personal medicines. Carry a valid government-approved photo ID as well. The full list is under Things To Pack.

How do I book and pay?

Reserve your seat by paying 50% of the trip cost, and pay the rest at least 4 days before the trip. 5% GST is added to the price.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancel more than 10 days before the travel date and 50% of the advance is refunded; 5 to 10 days before, 25% of the advance; less than 5 days before, there is no refund. There is no refund for no-shows or early check-outs.

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Overview

Trip highlights

Day-wise itinerary

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

Exclusions

Cancellation Policy

Things To Pack

Things to know

FAQs

What travellers say

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