Kuari Pass Trek

A 6-day moderate trek to the historic 'Curzon Trail' pass at 12,516 ft, with a 180-degree view of Mt. Nanda Devi and Dronagiri.

6 Days 5 Nights Duration

12,516 ft Max Altitude

About This Trip

Kuari Pass sits in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand's Garhwal Himalayas, connecting the region to the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve. First explored by Lord Curzon during the British era, it is still popularly known as the "Curzon Trail." At 12,516 ft, the pass offers one of the most complete Himalayan panoramas anywhere in Uttarakhand - Nanda Devi, Trishul, Dronagiri, Kamet and Chaukhamba all visible from a single viewpoint, making this moderate 6-day trek a favourite for both beginners and experienced trekkers.

Itinerary

Day 1 : Drive from Dehradun/Rishikesh to Joshimath

A full day's drive from Dehradun/Rishikesh along the Alaknanda valley to Joshimath, the base town for the trek. Evening at leisure.

Day 2 : Drive to Tugasi / Dhak Village & Trek to Gulling

A short drive to Tugasi / Dhak village, followed by a trek through oak and rhododendron forest to the Gulling campsite.

Day 3 : Trek from Gulling to Khullara Campsite

The trail opens into wide meadows (bugyals) en route to the scenic Khullara campsite, with your first clear views of the surrounding peaks.

Day 4 : Summit Kuari Pass & Return to Khullara

An early start for the summit push to Kuari Pass (12,516 ft) for a stunning 180-degree view of Mt. Nanda Devi and Dronagiri, before returning to Khullara for the night.

Day 5 : Trek down from Khullara to Dhak & Drive to Joshimath

Descend through forest trails back to Dhak village, then drive to Joshimath for an overnight stay.

Day 6 : Drive back from Joshimath to Dehradun/Rishikesh

Drive back from Joshimath to Dehradun/Rishikesh, arriving by evening.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Included

Transportation from Dehradun/Rishikesh to Dehradun/Rishikesh
Accommodation in hotel at Joshimath and tents on the trail
All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Experienced trek leader and support/kitchen staff
Forest permits and camping charges
Basic first aid kit and safety equipment

Excluded

Personal expenses of any kind
Meals during transit to/from Joshimath
Backpack offloading (available on request, extra cost)
Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions

Trip Highlights

A 180-degree summit view of Mt. Nanda Devi and Dronagiri from the historic "Curzon Trail"
Wide alpine meadows (bugyals) and dense oak-rhododendron forest trails
Moderate difficulty makes it accessible to both beginners and experienced trekkers
Base camp at the historic town of Joshimath