Explore the Mystical SaptKund and Conquer the SaptKund Trek

Overview:

Discover the hidden gems of the Himalayas with Sapt Kund, a cluster of seven pristine lakes nestled at an awe-inspiring altitude of 5,000 meters in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district. Revered by Hindus for their spiritual significance, these lakes rest serenely at the foothills of the majestic Nanda Ghunti peak, offering a sacred sanctuary amidst breathtaking natural beauty.

The Sapt Kund Trek presents an exhilarating challenge for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts alike. A lesser-known trail in the Himalayas, this trek promises an unforgettable journey through diverse flora and fauna, awe-inspiring landscapes, and enchanting surprises awaiting at every turn. Embark on this journey of a lifetime, where every step brings you closer to the heart of the Himalayas and the soul-stirring experience of Sapt Kund. Whether you seek the thrill of conquering high-altitude terrain or the tranquility of pristine natural surroundings, the Sapt Kund Trek delivers an unmatched adventure that leaves a lasting impression.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Rishikesh → Pipalkoti

Board an early bus from Rishikesh to Joshimath and get a ticket up till Pipalkoti. If you are driving by your own vehicle it is suggested to leave early and reach the base point before sunset. The drive from Rishikesh to Pipalkoti is a beautiful one with Alakhnanda flowing beside throughout the journey, have lunch at a local restaurant to experience the local flavors and cuisines. On reaching Pipalkoti, our team member will escort you to the stay for the night. Your stay will be arranged in Biotourism Park Cottages. Take proper rest as the journey for next 5 days is not going to be as easy as imagined.

Day 2: Pipalkoti → Pagna Village → Jhinjhi Village

Day 2 will be an exciting one for which we will leave early in the morning and drive 29kms up to Pagna Village, a small hamlet in the nature’s lap. After grabbing our breakfast from the village, we will begin our trek towards Jhinjhi Village which is 6km from the previous one. Passing through the forests and vegetation and keeping a rhythmic speed we will reach the camp before the sunset. This would be last point to have shops and civilization to the closest. Buy your last minute purchases and sleep early because tomorrow is a challenging day.

Day 3: Jhinjhi Village → Gochal Gufa

Wake up early and wrap up your camps and bags and prepare yourself for a steep hike towards Gochal Gufa. Today we will walk about 10kms and witness nature in it’s various forms. Bugyals, fresh flower beds, lush green pastures and water sources making the loudest sound you could hear in the entire valley. Camp at Gochal Gufa and keep your spirits high. Keep up with the guide and follow his footsteps as mid way a trail diverts towards Lord Curson Pass as well and you may follow the wrong path.

Day 4: Gochal Gufa → Saat Taal →Gochal Gufa

Today we will reach our destination Saat Taal. Surrounded by huge mountains and at the base of Nanda Ghunti Peak rests a beautiful lake devoted to Lord Shiva. We can consider today to be an easy day, as we will camp back at Gochal Gufa and there will be no need to carry our camps and bags up till Saat Taal. Today we will have enough time on ourselves to relax and breathe at the final destination, take pictures, meditate, make memories, and maybe stretch a little while you see the mesmerizing view of Nanda Ghunti Peak. After spending enough time at the lake we will head back to Gochal Gufa and camp there after walking a total distance of 12kms.

Day 5: Gochal Gufa → Pagna Village → Pipalkoti

Walking down is easier than climbing uphill, so today we will head back to Pagna village and from there to Pipalkoti. Don’t forget to bring your trash back along with you as nature has a lot to give to us and we should respect it by not littering around and increasing the carbon footprint. Please, be responsible. Rest at Biotourism Park at Pipalkoti and cherish the days spent in the lap of the nature away from the hustle and bustle of regular days.

Day 6: Pipalkoti → Rishikesh

Today is the day when we say Goobyes to the team and leave for Rishikesh to head back to our lives but if you got some time in your hands and want to explore a little more then do visit Chopta, another beautiful hamlet.

Package Inclusions

• Conservation entry permits, fees for Trek
• Tent accommodation during the Trek days
• All meals in each day while on the trek /Journey All program according to itinerary on full board
• Fully escorted trek with fluent speaking license holder local trekking guide
• Mules/porter for trekking luggage
• Trekking crew charges (attractive salary and wages), equipment charges and other facilities to Uttarakhand trekking staff.
• All charges for tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, kitchen tents, camping stool, etc.

Package Exclusions

• Travel Insurance
• Any sort of transportation to reach Joshimath and back.
• Any other kind of insurance
• Costs and expenses for medical evacuation or otherwise in case of any emergency.
• Meals – other than breakfast lunch and dinner as indicated in the itinerary above
• Mineral water and other beverages/drinks
• Any kind of personal expenses/bills
• Any drinks, tips for the guide and porter, etc Anything which is not mentioned above.

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