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Kuari Pass Trek
Kuari Pass Trek
Min Age
12+
Location
Uttarakhand
The Kuari Pass leads to one of the most beautiful places to trek in the Himalayas. It connects South Tibbit to the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve and lies in the Chamoli District of Uttarakhand's Garhwal Himalayas. During the British era, Lord Curzon was the first person to hike this famous Himalayan trail. Because of this, it became known as the Curzon trail.
The Kuari Pass is the perfect hike for you if you've ever wanted to stand on the brink of a mountain (12,516 feet) and see the snowy peaks all around you. The Kuari Pass climb is popular with both novices and experienced trekkers because it is not too hard and has amazing views. It is one of the top winter treks in the Uttarakhand Himalayas because it has great views of famous peaks including Nanda Devi, Trishul, Dronagiri, Kamet, and Chaukhamba.
The Tugasi settlement is where the Kuari Pass starts. The path goes through old oak and rhododendron forests, past broad meadows (bugyals) at high altitudes, and up to a peak with a view of the Indian Himalayas that stretches into the horizon.
But this walk isn't just about getting to the top. It's about the peaceful times between the whispering trees, the campsites lit by stars, and the warmth of the Himalayan settlements that are far away. You'll get to know the local culture, try traditional foods, and feel the heartbeat of Garhwali culture that still lives on in these distant regions.
Tour Plan
Day 1 Drive from Dehradun via Rishikesh to Joshimath Market Base Camp
Altitude Gain: 2,089 ft to 8,530 ft | Drive Distance: 280 km | Drive Duration: 9 to 10 hours | Overnight Stay: Joshimath Hotel Dhaneesh (Twin Sharing) | Pick-up point for Himalayan Hikers trekkers: Prince Chowk, nearby Dehradun Railway Station
| Route: Dehradun → Rishikesh → Devprayag → Srinagar (Garhwal) → Rudraprayag → Karnaprayag → Nandaprayag → Joshimath
Highlights
Begin your journey from Dehradun or Rishikesh with a picturesque drive to Joshimath, the base camp for the Kuari Pass climb. En route, experience the sacred river confluences at Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, and Vishnuprayag, each giving spectacular scenery and cultural significance.
