TREKS · 5-DAY · MODERATE · MAX 3876M
Kuari Pass Trek.
Kuari Pass Trek
Kuari Pass Trek is a moderate 5-day, 26 km trek, topping out at 3,876 m. The route takes in Nanda Devi panorama; Lord Curzon trail; Oak and rhodo forests. Best months: April–May and September–October. Watch points: Altitude acclimatize; cold nights; muddy post-monsoon. Fitness level: moderate, not recommended for children under 12. Nearest hospital: PHC Auli 5km. CHC Joshimath 10km. Serious cases: District Hospital Chamoli 60km. Network coverage: Jio/BSNL at Joshimath and Auli. Patchy at Gorson. No signal at Tali or Kuari Pass.
Warnings
⚠Altitude acclimatize
⚠Cold nights
⚠Muddy post-monsoon
Campsites
Gorson Bugyal
3,056mAlpine meadow, flat ground, shepherd huts nearby, basic camp area
Tali
3,350mForest clearing, stream, flat ground, campfire area, no facilities
Chitrakantha
3,820mHigh meadow, exposed, flat ground, no facilities
Cost Estimate
Budget = own gear, Auli ropeway Rs 750, Joshimath stay Rs 800/night. Guide Rs 1200/day. Operators include Rishikesh transport, camping, meals, guide.
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