Aadi Kailash and Om Parvat Trek – Your Ultimate Himalayan Experience With Himalayan Dhoora

Trek Overview

Aadi Kailash (also known as Chhota Kailash) and Om Parvat are among the most sacred and spiritually powerful destinations in the Indian Himalayas, located near the Indo–Tibet border in Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. Om Parvat is world-famous for the natural formation of ॐ (Om) on its snow-clad face.

This journey is a perfect blend of spirituality, nature, adventure, and Himalayan culture, carefully designed and operated by Himalayan Dhoora, a professional trekking & adventure travel company.

Pickup & Drop Details

• Pickup Time (Day 1): 05:00 AM
• Drop Point: Rishikesh (Day 6 – Evening)
• Drop Point: Rishikesh (Day 6 – Evening)
• Trek Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights – Rishikesh to Rishikesh
• Note: 1 Plus Optional Buffer / Contingency Day (for bad weather, road block, landslide, heavy traffic or army movement).

Trek Itinerary

Day 1: Rishikesh → Karnaprayag → Bageshwar → Patal Bhuvaneshwar → Dharchula

• Early morning pickup from Rishikesh
• Scenic drive via Devprayag, Rudraprayag & Karnaprayag
• Lunch halt near Bageshwar
• Visit Patal Bhuvaneshwar Cave Temple, an
• Ancient underground shrine of Lord Shiva
• Continue journey via Ghat–Dharchula road
• Evening arrival at Dharchula
• Dinner & overnight stay
• Distance: ~520 km
• Travel Time: 14–15 hrs
• Temperature: 10–20°C
• Altitude: 940 m

Day 2: Dharchula → Gunji

• Breakfast at hotel
• Inner Line Permit & document verification
• Drive along the Kali River (India–Nepal border)
• Reach Gunji village
• Acclimatization walk
• Dinner & overnight stay at besic homestay
• Distance: ~70 km | 5–6 hrs
• Temperature: 5–15°C
• Altitude: 3,200 m
• Gunji is a remote army-controlled village. Only basic homestays are available. Luxury hotels, strong electricity, and hot water facilities are limited.

Day 3: Gunji → Kalapani → Om Parvat → Nabi Village

• Early breakfast
• Drive to Kalapani
• Visit Om Parvat View Point for sacred ॐ Darshan
• Continue drive to Nabi village
• Evening village walk & local interaction
• Dinner & overnight stay
• Distance: ~45 km | 4–5 hrs
• Temperature: 3–12°C
• Altitude: 3,600 m

Om Parvat Darshan Information:

• Om Parvat is visible from approximately 1.5–2 km distance from the designated viewpoint.
• Climbing or going close to the mountain is not permitted.
• Darshan depends on weather; fog or clouds may block the ॐ shape.

Day 4: Nabi → Jyolingkong (Aadi Kailash) → Gunji

• Morning drive / short trek to Jyolingkong
• Aadi Kailash (Chhota Kailash) Darshan
• Visit Parvati Sarovar & Gauri Kund
• Return to Gunji by evening
• Dinner & overnight stay
• Distance: ~40 km | 5–6 hrs (including walk)
• Temperature: 0–10°C
• Altitude: 4,200 m

Aadi Kailash Darshan Information:

• Aadi Kailash is visible from approximately 300–400 meters distance.
• Going close to the mountain is not allowed.
• This is a darshan-based trekking yatra, not a temple visit.

Day 5: Gunji → Dharchula

• Breakfast
• Return journey via the same scenic route
• Free evening at Dharchula
• Dinner & overnight stay
• Distance: ~70 km | 5–6 hrs
• Temperature: 10–18°C

Day 6: Dharchula → Bageshwar → Karnaprayag → Rishikesh

• Early breakfast
• Drive back via Ghat – Bageshwar – Karnaprayag – Devprayag
• Evening arrival at Rishikesh
• Tour concludes with divine memories
• Distance: ~520 km | 14–15 hrs
• Temperature: 15–25°C

Optional Buffer / Contingency Day (If Required)

This day is reserved only as a backup day and will be used only in case of:

• Bad weather conditions
• Landslides or road blockages
• Heavy traffic or army movement
• Extra acclimatization or rest requirement
• Normally, the tour is completed within 6 days but in some case like trek fatique and weather conditions it may take 8 days.

Itinerary Change Disclaimer:

• Due to weather conditions, road blocks, landslides, army permissions, or guest health, the itinerary may change, delay, or be modified, it may take 8 days to complete the trek.
• Himalayan Dhoora reserves the right to make necessary changes in the interest of guest safety.

Best Time to Visit

• May to June
• September to October
• July – August (monsoon) may cause landslides and road blocks
• November to April – Tour remains closed due to heavy snowfall

Weather Conditions

• Aadi Kailash region is a high-altitude Himalayan area:
• Cold and windy during the day
• Freezing temperatures at night
• Sudden weather changes are common
• Rain, snowfall, or fog can occur anytime.

Kumaon Famous Temples (Optional – Extra Cost)

• Neem Karoli Baba (Kainchi Dham)
• Jageshwar Dham
• Baijnath Temple
• Golu Devta Temple
• Other local deity temples
• ⚠ These places are not included in the main itinerary
• ⚠ Visiting them requires extra days and additional cost

Accommodation & Meals

• Clean homestay / guest house accommodation
• Pure vegetarian meals (Breakfast & Dinner)

Transportation

• Comfortable local vehicles suitable for mountain roads
• Vehicle type: Bolero / Tempo Traveller (as per group size)

Accommodation & Meals

• Basic homestay / guest house accommodation
• Breakfast & Dinner included
• Pure vegetarian meals

Permits & Documents

• Inner Line Permit (mandatory)
• Valid Government ID proof
• Medical fitness declaration

Personal Gear/ Packing List

• Heavy warm jacket & thermals
• Trekking shoes with good grip
• Woollen cap, gloves & socks
• Rain jacket / poncho
• Torch / headlamp
• Personal medicines
• Sunglasses & sunscreen
• Power bank

Fitness & Medical Advisory

• Moderate physical fitness required
• Recommended age: 12–65 years
• Guests with BP, asthma, heart issues must inform in advance

Mobile Network & ATM Info

• Mobile Network: BSNL (limited availability) till Gunji
• ATM facility available till Dharchula only

Safety, Responsibility & Disclaimer

• Experienced local guide & drivers
• Basic first-aid support available
• Weather and road conditions may change suddenly in high-altitude regions
• Himalayan Dhoora reserves the right to modify the itinerary in the interest of guest safety
• Drone usage may be restricted due to army areas
• We promote responsible & plastic-free tourism

Inclusions

• Accommodation (Homestay / Guest House)
• Breakfast & Dinner
• Local experienced guide
• Inner Line Permit & local taxes
• Transportation as per itinerary

Exclusions

• Lunch
• Personal expenses
• Medical or emergency evacuation costs
• Extra stay due to weather or road conditions
• Pony, porter, additional vehicle
• Any service not mentioned in inclusions
• ⚠ Any arrangement outside the itinerary, even if arranged by Himalayan Dhoora, will be chargeable extra.

Important Note

• This is a remote, high-altitude Himalayan yatra.
• Guests must be mentally and physically prepared for cold weather, basic facilities, and possible delays.

Who Should Not Join

This tour is not recommended for:

• Pregnant women
• Guests with serious heart, lung, or breathing problems
• Guests who are unable to walk at high altitude

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