Himalayan Ecological Trekking

Kumaon Trekking/Tour

Trekking tours in Kumaon can be undertaken all the year round, Every region of Kumaon has it's own uniqueness and that can be clearly seen in trekking tours of kumaon given below. Traditionally popular periods for trekking in kumaon are April-June and September-November. The Uttaranchal Himalayas of the Kumaon region are among the most popular in the country and situated at an elevation is surrounded by glittering peaks and dense forests. The lush forest cover is abundant in wildlife, and is a veritable paradise for bird watchers and nature lovers. Uttaranchal is a place of natural beauty , Wide Himalayan mountain range , Rich in heritage , Colour full in culture, peaceful and loving in people's nature. Every part , every town, every river, every mountain  every city,  every village, and every thing of Kumaon region has it's own uniqueness for Tourist it's a place adorned by temples,forest .it offers a clear picture of the imposing Himalayas.For pilgrims it's a buzz with festivals during chait and ashwin months of Navarats.For students and research's Kumaon has it's significance from historical ,archaeological and sculptural aspects.Apart from their unique family set ups, the people of Kumaon have a rich culture which manifests itself in colorful festivals. The Kumaonis have also bras hardy Mountaineers who provide very dependable an essential assistance to climbing and trekking expeditions to the area. In Kumaon are situated some of the finest hill stations in not only India but also in the world which combine the amusements and comforts of the modern hill resorts with easy access to the most magnificent natural surroundings. 

Itinerary

Day 01  : Arrive in Delhi : Check into your choice of hotel, preferably in Central Delhi.
Day 02 : Take the overnight train from  Delhi railway station to Kathgodam.
Day 03 : Arrive at Kathgodam , Received by Wayfarer escort and transferred to waiting vehicle after brief rest. Drive to Vijaypur (210 kms, 6 hrs). Check in at Way farer Retreat.
Day 04 : After breakfast drive to Munsyari( 4 hrs) along a road that winds itself up to a height of 2748 mts before descending into the glorious Munsyari valley. Check in at Wayfarer Mountain Resort for a good rest.
Day 05 : After breakfast drive for 6kms to Dumar and then the trek begins. Our destination is past Lilam village to Rargari (10 kms) where we camp for the night.
Day 06 : Today is a strenous walk along a gorge past the Gori Ganga river. The route is fairly up and down but generally eases off before reaching the camp site at Mapang(3100 mts, 9 kms).
Day 07 : You are in high mountain country now and the tree line disappears giving access to vast stretches of Alpine pastures. The day's walk is past Lhaspa and Rilkot to a magnificent and deserted hamlet called Martoli(3385 mts, 12 kms)
Day 08 : Martoli to Sumdu (3070 mts, 10 kms). The walk is pleasant today and we have excellent views of a good number of major peaks as we descend through the Gori Ganga gorge . To night we camp on a plateau near the village of Sumdu.
Day 09 : Sumdu to Ralam village 
Day 11 : Sarpudyar to Pantu (2100 mts, 10 kms): The day's walk is through several meadows with constant ups and downs till we reach the village Pantu where we camp for the night.
Day 12 : We descend along the Gori Ganga gorge upto Suringarh and then climb steadily to Dumar where we get on to a waiting jeep that takes us to Wayfarer Mountain Resort.
Day 13 : Munsyari to Ranikhet (240 kms).
Day 14 : Ranikhet to Kathgodam (90 kms). Today is another day when we can chill out and relax. Late afternoon we board a vehicle that drives us to Kathgodam. There is also the option of leaving Ranikhet after breakfast and driving to the legendary Jim Corbett Park. The train to Delhi departs from Kathgodam at 20:40 hrs.

News & Events

Tibet travel permit
Monday, 14 May 2012
Tibet Travel permit rule is slightly changed recently but the authentic noticed has not come out yet.   
Tsum, hidden or, Separated valley
Sunday, 25 March 2012
Tsum means Separated and hidden. Actually this newly opened area for the foreign visitors and in fact it is as separated valley in between Tibetan Plateau and Trans Himalaya. This valley is located north of Mt. Ganesh Himal. It's main fact is non violent and very deep in Buddhist religion, countless Stupas and Mani walls along and through the valley. All people are Buddhist with Tibetan customs & Language.Even though it is newly opened for Tourist this Himalayan Ecological Trekking (P.) Ltd is already launched this area as home stay tours in this valley. 2-3 weeks duration is recommendable  to complete this un-touched nature.  
Tsum, hidden or, Separated valley
Sunday, 25 March 2012
Tsum means Separated and hidden. Actually this newly opened area for the foreign visitors and in fact it is as separated valley in between Tibetan Plateau and Trans Himalaya. This valley is located north of Mt. Ganesh Himal. It's main fact is non violent and very deep in Buddhist religion, countless Stupas and Mani walls along and through the valley. All people are Buddhist with Tibetan customs & Language.Even though it is newly opened for Tourist this Himalayan Ecological Trekking (P.) Ltd is already launched this area as home stay tours in this valley. 2-3 weeks duration is recommendable  to complete this un-touched nature.  
Budget airlines may shift to Tarai
Sunday, 05 June 2011
Usually, dry & sunny spring passed with weekly heavy rain this year. So, high snowing in the Mountain and greenery is grown in the earliest than usual. 
New nature in the Himalaya
Saturday, 09 April 2011
HET has just launched a new program in the remote area behind the Himalaya named Tsum Valley, which is a fragile land of heaven of Buddhist culture and deep beauty & silence of nature.   No scarify of living beings, and countless stupas/Chorten , peace and happy people, landscapes and Charming Himalayas of Ganesh Himala are the major attraction of this valley. Probably this is only the valley where any one smells of untouched nature.