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8 Days
Specific Tour
30 people
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Bali Pass Trek is a cradle-shaped hanging valley in the Garhwal Himalayas. It is surrounded by snow-covered peaks and alpine vegetation. It is connected to Baspa Valley by the Borasu Pass. This valley is at an altitude of approx. 3500m above mean sea level and is snow-covered from October to March. The array of alpine flowers across the riverbank is astonishing. Bali Pass is a challenging trek, with a height of 16,076 feet.
Bali pass trek connects the Har ki dun valley to Ruinsara valley and is one of the highlights of the trek. You will get to experience the thrilling climb, alpine meadows, dense forest and alpine lakes along with a skyrocketed altitude. The difficulty of the trek makes people push the boundaries and wants to experience nature at its best.
Bali Pass Trek starts from Sankri Village in Uttarkashi District (Uttarakhand). It is an 8 days trek including travel from Dehradun. The total Bali Pass Trek distance is 64 km from Sankri Village to Janki Chatti.
Bali Pass is a moderate to difficult level trek. You need to be physically and mentally prepared for the trek and should stick to a proper fitness routine before coming on the trek. Read more – Fitness preparation for Himalayan trek.
Bali Pass Trek is best done between Mid-May to October.
The temperature at the Sankri basecamp in the daytime is pleasant between 15 to 20 degrees Celsius and at night it goes down to 0 to -5 Degree Celsius. During the trek, the day temperature will be 5 to 10 degrees and at night it goes down up to -10 degrees.
At Sankri trekkers will have to share the room on a triple and quad basis. The dormitory will also be there. During the trek, you will be provided with 3 person tent on a twin-sharing basis and 4 person tent on a triple-sharing basis. Female trekkers will share a room/tent with female trekkers only. Solo female trekkers will be provided with a separate tent.
Meals start from day 1 dinner to day 8 breakfast. On Day 8 early departure after breakfast. During the trek, you will be provided healthy hot meals, including breakfast, lunch, evening tea and snacks, hot soup, and dinner with daily different desserts. Hot drinking water will be provided daily at the campsite.
The lowest altitude will be 6,400 ft at Sankri and the highest at 16,268 ft. at Bali Pass Summit.
Route Via Dehradun
The nearest best railway station is Dehradun. From there 9-10hr journey takes us to Sankri via Dehradun, Nainbagh, Naugaon, Purola and Mori Naitwar. Dehradun to Sankri distance is around 187km and the distance from Delhi to Sankri via Dehradun is approx. 453 km.
We have fixed departures from Dehradun. The pickup point will be near Dehradun railway station.
May: 29, June 20th
By Train: The nearest best railway station is Dehradun. You can board Ddn Nzm Express(2205), Nanda Devi expresses or Dehradun Express from Delhi. People usually prefer trains over flights because it is more economical. Take a bus or cab to reach Rishikesh.
By Bus: There are regular buses from Delhi to Haridwar/Rishikesh, Delhi (ISBT Kashmiri Gate ). You can easily rely on government buses as they are also safe.
By Flight: Nearest Airport is Jolly Grant Airport – Dehradun. You can take a bus or local cab to reach Dehradun/Rishikesh. It just takes 30-40 min to reach Rishikesh from Dehradun Airport.
The key to staying comfortable while on an active trip is layering. To get maximum comfort with minimum weight, you need versatile layers that mix and match to create the right amount of insulation, ventilation, and weather protection. This gear list has been created to help you choose the proper equipment. Try to bring only what is necessary; this will help you and the field staff.
👉 Thermals – Tops and Bottoms
👉 Day Pack (20L-30L) and Rucksack 50-60L
👉 Bag Rain Cover
👉 Fleece pants
👉 Woollen gloves and woollen cap
👉 Fleece/Wool Jacket or Sweater
👉 Headlamp with Fresh Batteries
👉 Hiking Pants (Warm, Convertible, Quick-Dry, Lightweight)
👉 Woollen Socks (4-5 pairs)
👉 Insulated Jacket
👉 Long Sleeve Shirts (Synthetic, Lightweight)
👉 Rain-Coat/Poncho
👉 Sport Sunglasses and Sun cap
👉 Trekking shoes
👉 Sun Block and Lip Balm
👉 Water Bottles
✖ Altimeter
✖ Camera and Accessories
✖ Compass
✖ Ear Plugs
✖ Glacier Glasses
✖ Reading and Writing Materials
Arrive early at Dehradun railway station (6:30 am) and drive to Sankri (transportation included) which will take approximately 9 to 10 hours. The drive from Dehradun to Sankri is a beautiful one. The route passes through Mussoorie- the “Queen of the Hills” and many mesmerizing views and drive goes along hugging the mountainside and you see the forests and valleys of Garhwal below you. Breakfast and Lunch will be on the way at a roadside inn, exclusive of charges. 🏔️ Altitude: 6,300 feet. 🏠 Stay: Guest House. 🚗 Drive: 220 km (10-11 hrs drive). ⌚ Pick up time: 06:00 am near Dehradun railway station.
After an early breakfast, we will drive to Takula which is around 12 km from Sankri. Taluka is a small village with concrete houses. Start trekking to Seema with packed lunch. 🏔️ Altitude: 8,399 feet. 🏠 Stay: Tents. 🚗 Drive: 12 km (50 min drive). 🚶♂️ Trek: 12 km - 6 to 7 hours trek 🍱 Lunch: Packed.
Seema to Rainbasera is a distance of 9 km over 5 hours which we start early morning after breakfast. The Campsite of Rainbasera is by the riverside and will take your breath away. The hum of the river will keep you company through the night. Stay overnight in the tents. 🏔️ Altitude: 10,100 feet. 🏠 Stay: Tents. 🚶♂️ Trek: 9 km - 4-5 hours trek 🍱 Lunch: At Camp.
Rainbasera to Ruinsara Tal is a distance of 7 km spanning over 4 hours of trekking time. 🏔️ Altitude: 11,700 feet. 🏠 Stay: Tents. 🚶♂️ Trek: 7 km - 4 hours trek 🍱 Lunch: At Camp.
The trek today is a short and easy one and we’ll start off towards Ruinsara Tal to Odari after breakfast. 🏔️ Altitude: 13,100 feet. 🏠 Stay: Tents. 🚶♂️ Trek: 4 km - 3 hours trek 🍱 Lunch: Packed Lunch.
A 3-hour trek to Taluka sets off this morning, today’s trekking distance covers only 3-4 km but the trek is still very challenging. The trail today is a steep one and you will be camping overnight in camps at an elevation of 15,350 feet. 🏔️ Altitude: 15,350 feet. 🏠 Stay: Tents. 🚶♂️ Trek: 3-4 km - 3 hours trek 🍱 Lunch: At Camp.
Today is the most challenging and exciting day of the trek and also the longest trek route in the Bali Pass trekking itinerary. Today, you will be crossing the majestic Bali Pass at an altitude of 16,240 feet. 🏔️ Altitude: 16,240 feet - Bali Pass & lower Dhamni - 11,200 feet. 🏠 Stay: Tents. 🚶♂️ Trek: 10 km - 8 to 10 hours trek 🍱 Lunch: At Camp.
Today is the last day of the trek. The journey concludes with a 4-5 hour easy trek and a 7-hour drive from Yamunotri to Dehradun. Lunch will be on the way at a roadside inn, exclusive of charges. Reaching time at Dehradun station will be 6-7 pm, suitable for an overnight journey to Delhi. 🏔️ Altitude: 8,695 feet - Yamunotri 🚶♂️ Trek: 9 km - 4 to 5 hours trek 🚗 Drive: 88 km (3-4 hr drive).
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