Kedarkantha Trek
Kedarkantha Trek
Kedarkantha Trek
Difficulty
EasyElevation
3,810mDistance
20kmBest Time
December, January, February, MarchAbout the Trek
One of the best winter treks in India, Kedarkantha offers a perfect blend of snow-covered trails, dense pine forests, and a rewarding 360-degree summit view. Located in the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary, this trek is ideal for beginners.
Highlights
- 360-degree panoramic summit views
- Snow-covered pine and oak forests
- Frozen Juda Ka Talab lake
- Charming Himalayan village of Sankri
Quick Facts
- Duration: 6 Days
- Min Age: 10 years
- Location: Sankri, Uttarakhand
Itinerary
Dehradun to Sankri
Drive from Dehradun to Sankri (6,400 ft). Explore the charming village. Overnight in guesthouse.
Sankri to Juda Ka Talab
Trek 4 km through oak and pine forests to the frozen lake campsite at 9,100 ft.
Juda Ka Talab to Kedarkantha Base
Trek 4 km through meadows to base camp at 11,250 ft.
Summit Day and descent to Hargaon
Early morning summit push to 12,500 ft. Enjoy 360° views. Descend to Hargaon campsite.
Hargaon to Sankri
Descend through forests back to Sankri village.
Sankri to Dehradun
Drive back to Dehradun. Trip ends.
Inclusions
- All meals during trek
- Camping equipment (tents, sleeping bags)
- Experienced trek leader and guide
- Permits and forest entry fees
Exclusions
- Transport to/from Dehradun
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Any item not mentioned in inclusions
What Trekkers Say
Vikram Mehta
New Delhi
Absolutely loved the trek! The guides were professional, the food was great, and the views were beyond words. YatraHikes made everything so easy.
October 2025
Sneha Iyer
Bangalore
This was my first Himalayan trek and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Safety was top-notch and the team was incredibly supportive.
September 2025
