Kuari Pass Trek

• Altitude: 1,350m/4,400 ft
• Drive Distance: 220 km | 9–10 hours
• Depart early morning from Rishikesh and drive through picturesque valleys and quaint towns to reach Pipalkoti. Enjoy the scenic views of the Alaknanda River. Overnight stay in a guesthouse/hotel.

• Altitude:
  • Tugasi Village: 2,450m/8,000 ft
  • Gulling Top: 2,850m/9,400 ft
• Drive Distance: 50 km | 2–3 hours
• Trek Distance: 3 km | 2–3 hours
• After breakfast, drive to Tugasi Village and begin trekking through snow-covered trails and dense forests. Reach Gulling Top for stunning views of Dronagiri and Hathi Parbat. Overnight camping under the stars.

• Altitude: 3,350m/11,100 ft
• Trek Distance: 5 km | 4–5 hours
• Trek through a snowy trail surrounded by pine and oak trees to reach Tali Forest Camp. Enjoy the serene surroundings and relax at the campsite amidst nature.

• Altitude:
  • Khullara Top: 3,650m/12,000 ft
  • Kuari Pass: 3,900m/12,750 ft
• Trek Distance: 10–11 km | 8–9 hours
• Begin the ascent to Kuari Pass via Khullara Top, passing through meadows and ridges. Enjoy panoramic views of towering Himalayan peaks from the summit. Descend back to Tali Forest Camp for an overnight stay.

• Altitude:
  • Tali Lake: 3,550m/11,500 ft
  • Gorson Bugyal: 3,400m/11,150 ft
  • Auli: 2,900m/9,500 ft
• Trek Distance: 9 km | 6–7 hours
• Drive Distance: 45 km | 1.5 hours
• Trek through Gorson Bugyal, an alpine meadow offering sweeping views of Nanda Devi. Reach Auli, a famous ski destination, before driving back to Pipalkoti for the night.

• Drive Distance: 220 km | approx. 9 hours
• Conclude your journey with a drive back to Rishikesh. Arrive by evening and bid farewell to the group.

Basic Gear:

1. Backpack with rain cover (50-60 L) with comfortable shoulder straps
2. Day pack with rain cover (20-30 L) if off-load opted
3. Walking stick (at least one, advisable)

Food and Medical:

1. Small size tiffin/lunch box (1)
2. Snacks: Energy bars, dry fruits, electral/ORS
3. Personal Medical Kit (consult your doctor)

Clothing:

1. T-shirt (Synthetic quick dry) – 1 full sleeve, 2 half sleeves
2. Fleece T-shirt (1)
3. Wind stopper/Fleece jacket (1)
4. Windproof jacket (1)
5. Down feather/Hollow jacket (1)
6. Thermal inner (upper and lower, 1 pair)
7. Trek pant (Synthetic quick dry, 2)
8. Wind stopper/Fleece pant (1)
9. Waterproof gloves (1 pair)
10. Fleece/woolen gloves (1 pair)
11. Poncho/Waterproof jacket and pant (1)

Head Gear:

1. Head torch (1)
2. Sun cap (1)
3. Woolen cap (1)
4. Balaclava (1)
5. Buff/Neck-gaiters (1 synthetic, 1 woolen)

Foot Gear:

1. Trekking shoes (1 pair, waterproof, high ankle, good grip)
2. Floaters/Flip-flops (1 pair)
3. Cotton socks (6 pairs)
4. Woolen socks (1 pair)
5. Gaiters (1 pair, provided when required)
6. Micro spikes (1 pair, provided when required)

Utilities:

1. Sunscreen (1)
2. Moisturizer (1)
3. Chap-stick/Lip balm (1)
4. Toothbrush and toothpaste (1)
5. Toilet paper and wipes (1)
6. Soap/Hand sanitizers (1)
7. Antibacterial powder (1)
8. Quick dry towel (1)

Others:

• Sunglasses (UV with dark side cover, for those who wear spectacles: Use contact lenses or photochromatic glasses)
• Water bottle/Hydration pack (2 bottles of one liter each or 1 hydration pack and 1 one-liter bottle, plus one thermos flask)​

Cancellations prior to 25 days from the start of the trip:

• Refund options:
  • 5% deduction of trek fee
  • 100% cash voucher for any trip valid for one year
  • Transfer your trek (any trek, any date) to a friend

Cancellations between 24 to 15 days before the start of the trip:

• Refund options:
  • 30% deduction of trek fee
  • 100% cash voucher for the same trip valid for one year
  • 85% cash voucher for any trip valid for one year
  • Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to a friend

Cancellations between 14 to 10 days before the start of the trip:

• Refund options:
  • 50% deduction of trek fee
  • 80% cash voucher for the same trip valid for one year
  • 70% cash voucher for any trip valid for one year
  • Book the same trek in the same season with any other batch
  • Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to a friend

Cancellations less than 9 days before the start of the trek:

• Refund options:
  • No cash refund
  • 20% cash voucher for the same trip valid for one year
  • 10% cash voucher for any trip valid for one year
  • Transfer your trek (same trek, same date) to a friend

If Adventure Club Pune cancels a trek:

In the unlikely event of cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., natural disasters, safety risks, etc.), Adventure Club Pune will issue a voucher equivalent to the amount paid, redeemable for any of our treks within the next year.

Note:

• A voucher is not issued if you are required to descend from the trek due to health concerns, fitness issues, or rule violations (such as smoking, drinking, etc.).
• Batch changes depend on availability.
• Transferred treks must meet Adventure Club Pune’s requirements.
• Adventure Club Pune reserves the right to modify/cancel policies without prior notice.
• Cash refunds are only applicable for bookings made without using promotional codes or vouchers.

Cash Voucher Terms:

• Vouchers are non-transferable.
• Cannot be combined with other offers.
• Valid for treks booked directly with Adventure Club Pune.
• Redeem using your registered phone number or email ID.
• Adventure Club Pune may update terms without notice.