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The abode of Gods, Garhwal is rooted in antiquity, legend and mystique. One cannot be in doubt about why
Gods had chosen this land to reside. Ganga, the river of India, is a symbol of India's ancient culture and civilization.
The rivers Ganga and Yamuna that bring life to the plains have blessed Garhwal. The sight of the turbulent rivers tearing its way through
the plains from its source in the mountains is satisfying. Set high in the Garhwal Himalayas, this region now a separate state referred to as
the Uttarakhand abounds in myths and legends of the Indian Gods. A state of many great rivers of northern India in the land of lush valleys
and towering snow-ridged peaks, is indeed a trekker's delight. Mussourie, a hill station much used by the British to escape the searing heat
of the plains, is an excellent base for treks into the Gangotri and Yammunotri valleys. The source of the Ganga at Gaumukh can also
be reached from here. Another hill station, Rishikesh, is situated just north of the sacred city of Hardwar, and is the base for treks to the holy
shrine at Badrinath. A particularly rewarding stop en route to Badrinath is the breathtaking Valley of Flowers, which is in full bloom in
August. Other destinations include Hemkund Lake, Mandakini Valley, Har-Ki-Doon, Dodital Lake, Roop Kund, Kuari Pass,
Nandanvan, Tapovan, Kedarnath, Badrinath, Kedar Dome etc.etc.
Garhwal has been described as the "the most beautiful land in the mountains of the Asian subcontinent"
by Dr. T.L. Longstaff, world renowned mountaineer, naturalist and trekker.

The Kumaon Himalayas lie next to the Garhwal region and are situated on the Great Himalayan Range. Kumaon is often
confused with the Garhwal region itself. Kumaon comprises the three hill districts of Nainital, Almorah and Pithoragarh.
Garhwal and Kumaon compared to Switzerland. It is bordered by Mahakali (or Kali or Kali Nadi) in the east towards
Nepal and the districts of Pauri Garhwal and Chamoli to the west. Tibet lies to the north and the Terai to the south.
The Mahakali River, running along its eastern boundary, forms the Indo-Nepal international border. Moving westwards,
one comes across the Panchchuli Massif, the Gori Valley, and the Pindari and Sunderdungha valleys at the western
end of Kumaon. The Kali River and its valley are prominent in Kumaon. At one time, the Kali Valley was the standard
trade route from India to Tibet, crossing over the Lipu Lekh pass. The Mahakali originates north of the main Himalayan
range, carves its way through the Greater Himalayas and merges with the Ganga (Ganges) in the plains. The
Panchchuli Massif consists of five summits and forms the barrier between the Darma and Gori valleys. According
to the legends, the five peaks form the chulhas, or cooking pots, in which the Pandavas of the Indian epic
Mahabharata cooked their final meal on their way to heaven.

GRADE	TREK ROUTES	SEASON / HIGEST POINT	DAYS	COST PER DAY/ USD
4	Kedarnath / Vasukital Trek	May to September/ 19,000 ft	15	USD 55
2	Dodital / Darwa Top Trek	April & May/ September to November/ 13,000 ft	10	USD 59
3	Kuari Pass Trek	May to October/ 14,000 ft	10	USD 62
3	Har Ki Dun Trek	May to October/ 12,000 ft	09	USD 57
5	Roop Kund Trek	June to September/ 17,300 ft	12	USD 65
3	Mussorie/ Nagtibba Trek	June to September/ 11,000 ft	09	USD 59
4	Gangotri/ Nandanvan/ Tapovan	April to October/ 14 ,600 ft	12	USD 58
6	Kalindikhal /Badrinath Trek	May & June / August to October/ 19 ,400 ft	15	USD 85
5	Nanda Devi Basin Trek	May & June / August to October/ 13 ,400 ft	14	USD 70
3	Valley of Flowers / Hemkund	April to October/ 14 ,600 ft	10	USD 55

# All hights mentioned are approximate heights. This is for your information only

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WHY TREK WITH US

Include
# Accommodation on AP Plan (all meals) in best of hotels, guest houses and tents available in the region.
# Transportation ex trek starting point to Last roadhead & return, by bus/jeep, wherever applicable,
# Services of a Mountain Guide, Kitchen staff, porters & cooks.
# All trekking, climbing & kitchen gear/ equipment, with services of a personal porter for each member, with mules where required
(We advise you to carry your own sleeping bags & mattresses, for personal hygine sake)
The offers are subject to availability, prior reservations & a minimum 4 Adult persons travelling together
Any cancellation will require 30 days prior notice for a complete refund
TOUR COST VALIDITY -30 SEPTEMBER 2004 # PRICE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Rates quoted are in USDollars and are on per person/ per day basis # Permits are required for Certin Regions
Resident Indians - rates on request- Please Email us
NO ESCALATION * NO HIDDEN COSTS