The Kedarkantha Peak is one of the best snow trekking destinations in Uttarakhand with the view of the Mighty Himalayas from the trails on the top. Situated at a height of 3810 meters (about 12,500 feet) this is an ideal trekking trail which covers a total distance of 20 kms. kedarkantha trek is not very difficult which makes even the first time trekkers to set on trek adventure and enjoy the beauty of nature to the fullest With beautiful and captivating sights of snow covered Himalayas, the lush landscapes, countless collection of flora, frozen lakes, to the sights of mesmerizing white peaks, this trek has all the magical marvels of nature that a trekker wishes to experience in his journey. The adventure seekers can enjoy the thrilling challenges as the Kedarkantha Trek is an ideal destination for the nature lovers to bask in the beauty of undisturbed and untouched nature and witness the blissful moments with unforgettable experiences. Located in Western Garhwal of Uttarkashi district, the Kedarkantha Trek is known for being one of the easiest treks of the Himalayas which can be done by people who are just beginners trekking and have no prior knowledge of trekking. However physical fitness of the individual is required as one should be able to jog a minimum of 4 kms in 30 minutes before committing for the trekking journey. As the height rises, the air becomes thin and you need to carry backpacks too, which can all be very difficult, without proper physicalfitness of the trekker. Kedarkantha Trek is one of the most adventurous and thrilling trekking tours in Uttarakhand which provides all the excitement .It’s a week-long trek and can be done from Dehradun which is easily accessible from any part of India. The journey of Kedarkantha Trek is both magical and thrilling, you can dive into the scenic beauty and take back beautiful and adventure-filled memories with you. The Legend of Kedarkantha Kedarkantha means Throat of Lord Shiva. Apart from Kedarkantha, the major Shiva temples are : All these are known as “Panch Kedar” The story goes back to the time of Mahabharata. After the war the Pandavas went to himalayas to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva did not appear to meet them. But Lord Shiva took a disguise of abuffalo to mislead the Pandavas. Bheem saw a herd of buffalo decided toplay a trick. He stood on two rocks with his legs wide then the buffalo were made to pass under Bheem. One of the buffalo (disguised) refused to passresulting in a fight with Bheem. In the fight, Bheem ripped apart the buffalo in many pieces. After this, the places where the parts of the buffalo fell were made temples of Lord Shiva. Kedarkantha trek can be done the whole year but the beautiful views it provides in the winter months from December to April are incomparable tothe what is during summer times. The snow clad trekking trails and the massive snow at the base of the pine trees is a divine sight to observe and which happens mainly during the winter season. The trek is quite affordableand the best trek of uttrakhand, it is a treat to your eyes and your adventure – hungry, mountain lover soul. The JourneyKedarkantha trek starts from the city of Dehradun. From Dehradun it will be a long drive to Sankri located at an altitude of 6400 feet and takes about 10 hours. Sankri is 220 km from Dehradun. The trekking trip will start from Sankri the next day towards Juda Ka Talab which is based at 9100 feet and takes about 5 hours climbing to reach the destination. During the route you can experience the beauty of lush green meadows, dense pine forests,beautiful streams, and delightful maple trees. Jadu ka talabis the first campsite where the trekkers will stay in tents. From Juda ka talab on the following day you need to trek up to 11,250 feet towards Kedarkantha base which is again at a distance of approximately 4.5 kms. In this trail the trekkers will pass through lush meadows and will catch the view of multiple snow covered peaks standing tall all around the location. The destination is the Kedarkantha peak which is based at a height of 12,500 feet and this trek can be a little challenging as compared to others. However the views of the fascinating Himalayas will make up for all the hard work and tiredness with its breathtaking and unforgettable views. After conquering the peak it will be a journey back where the first stop would be at Hargaon camp at 8900 feet which can be reached on the same day by the evening. The next day trek back to Sankri through the dense pine forests. From Sankri it will be a journey back to Dehradun and way forward. If you are craving an adventure and want to experience the purest beauty of nature, then kick start your trekking plans and book this amazing and unforgettable trek of your lifetime. Get ready to witness the beauty of nature like never before, play with snow, drink tea and have the most thrilling week of this year.
