Pangarchula Trek

WINTER TREK | ALPINE MEADOWS | PANAROMIC MOUNTAIN PEAKS | ETHNOLOGICAL CHARM

INR 11500

per person

6 Days & 5 Nights

Duration

4,602 m / 15,100 ft

Max. Altitude

21,00 m / 6,900 ft

Min. Altitude

40 Km

Walking distance

WINTER TREK | ALPINE MEADOWS | PANAROMIC MOUNTAIN PEAKS | ETHNOLOGICAL CHARM

Pangarchula TREK

In the formidable embrace of the Garhwal Himalayas, Pangarchulla Peak stands as a true test of endurance, precision, and perseverance. Rising to an elevation of 15,100 feet (4,602 meters), this expedition is not simply a trek but an alpine pursuit that demands discipline, preparation, and respect for the mountain’s untamed rhythm. The trail unfolds through the Nanda Devi National Park region, a UNESCO World Heritage landscape where glacial contours, alpine meadows, and ancient forests converge to create an environment both magnificent and unforgiving.

Beginning from Joshimath, the journey ascends through traditional Himalayan settlements, oak and rhododendron forests, and the expansive meadows of Khullara. From here, the terrain transforms dramatically, slopes steepen, air thins, and the summit push becomes an exercise in technical balance and mental resilience. Every step toward Pangarchulla is deliberate; each ridge crossed is a measure of endurance against altitude, weather, and will.

At the summit, the panorama is absolute, a sweeping 360° horizon dominated by Nanda Devi, Dronagiri, Chaukhamba, Kamet, and Nilkanth, their summits piercing a sky sharpened by wind and silence. It is a vantage point that transcends physical achievement, offering a profound encounter with the scale and sanctity of the Himalayas.

Spanning approximately 35–40 kilometers, the Pangarchulla trek combines the serenity of high-altitude exploration with the thrill of a challenging ascent. In spring, the route comes alive with alpine bloom; in winter, it transforms into a snow-clad arena suited for experienced trekkers seeking a pure mountaineering experience.

Pangarchulla is not merely a destination but a statement of commitment, to the craft of climbing, to the spirit of exploration, and to the humility required to stand before nature at its most exacting. Here, every ascent is earned, and every view is a reminder that in the mountains, mastery begins with respect.

Summary

The journey begins from Joshimath (6,070 ft / 1,850 m), the bustling gateway to the Garhwal Himalayas and the starting point for many great Himalayan adventures. From here, a scenic drive leads you to Tugashi Village (7,050 ft / 2,600 m), where the trail to Pangarchulla Peak begins. The path winds through terraced fields and oak-pine forests, slowly revealing the raw beauty of the higher Himalayas.

As the ascent continues, trekkers pass Guling (8,530 ft / 2,600 m) and Khullara Camp (10,170 ft / 3,100 m) , both offering breathtaking views of Nanda Devi, Hathi-Ghoda, and Dronagiri. The trail is lined with blooming rhododendrons in spring and crisp alpine air year-round, setting the tone for the challenging yet rewarding summit ahead.

The highlight of the expedition is the final climb to Pangarchulla Peak (14,700 ft / 4,470 m), often blanketed in snow, demanding endurance, and rewarding trekkers with unmatched 360° views of Mt. Chaukhamba, Nilkanth, Kamet, and the Nanda Devi massif.

Spanning roughly 40 km round trip, the trek blends steep ascents, rocky ridges, and lush meadows, an ideal test for fit beginners and seasoned trekkers alike. Each section unfolds a new layer of Himalayan grandeur, where adventure meets serenity in the embrace of the high Garhwal ranges.

FEATURED

Panoramic Himalayan Scenery: From the Pangarchulla summit, witness a breathtaking 360° panorama of the Garhwal Himalayas, with mighty peaks like Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, Hathi Ghoda, Dronagiri, and Kamet piercing the horizon. Each snow-clad giant stands as both a geological marvel and a timeless symbol of Himalayan legend.

Cultural & Historical Echoes: Base towns like Joshimath, Karchon, Karchi, and villages along the way; the trail known historically (e.g. Lord Curzon’s travels); the interplay of local life and pilgrimage in the valleys.

All‑Season Variation: Depending on time of year, snow drapes higher trails; spring brings blossoms; post‑monsoon the meadows are green; winter offers crystalline silence

Diverse Forest Zones: Lower slopes rich with oak, rhododendron, deodar, walnut; flowering under canopies; the transition from dense cover to open meadow reminds you of nature’s gradation.

MEALS INCLUDED

Breakfast : 5

Lunch : 4

Dinner : 5

TRAVELING STAFF

Guide

Cook

Muleteer

TRANSPORT

Mini bus/Traveller

ACCOMODATION

3 nights of camping

DEGREE OF WALKING

Difficult

GROUP SIZE

Up to 10 people

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Dehradun/Hrishikesh to Joshimath

You rise before dawn, leaving behind the sacred confluences where rivers whisper their ancient tales, Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, each a hymn to the meeting of water and stone, faith and earth. The winding road begins its steady climb, carrying you upward through shifting light and cooling air, a slow unraveling of the world below. Over the course of approximately 280 kilometers, the journey unfolds through valleys stitched with pine and cedar, past ancient temples and mountain hamlets that breathe stories of time and tradition. Elevation climbs gently yet surely, from the foothills' warmth to the crisp breath of altitude, as you ascend from near 400 meters to the mountain town of Joshimath, perched between 1,900 and 2,000 meters (6,150–6,500 feet).

By evening, the bustling hum of the plains fades, replaced by the quiet pulse of highland life. Here, the scent of pine mingles with the cool mountain air, and the peaks stand sentinel, waiting. Rest well, for tomorrow you step beyond roads and into the wild embrace of the Himalayas

Meals

DINNER

Difficulty level

EASY

Distance

280 KM

Traveling time

7 TO 8 HOURS

Maximum height

2000 M / 6500 FT

Tavel Mode

Bus/ traveller

DAY

Tugashi Village to Gulling

The morning begins with a short, winding drive from Joshimath to Tugashi, a village perched at roughly 6,900 feet (2,100 meters), where the stone paths and terraced fields whisper the last remnants of human habitation. From here, your real ascent begins.

The trail winds upward for approximately 6 kilometers, gaining nearly 2,000 feet in elevation over the course of 4 to 5 hours. The first stretch carries you through sun-drenched ridges and scattered shepherd huts, but soon the terrain shifts, slate paths give way to soft earth, and the canopy of oak and rhododendron gathers above like a cathedral of green. The climb is gentle but constant, a quiet invitation to slow your pace and deepen your breath. As you ascend, the temperature cools and the forest deepens. The noise of roads and routines falls away behind you, replaced by birdsong, leaf-fall, and the rhythmic pulse of your footsteps.

By late afternoon, you reach Gulling Top at approximately 9,600 feet (2,925 meters), a serene forest clearing dappled in light and ringed by trees that seem to lean in, listening. Tents rise like quiet sanctuaries under the sky. As the air cools and the stars begin to appear, you realize: the journey has begun not just through landscape, but through layers of self.

Meals

BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER

Difficulty level

EASY

Distance

6 KM

Traveling time

4 TO 5 HOURS

Maximum height

2925 M / 9600 FT

Tavel Mode

HIKE

DAY

Gulling to Khullara

You rise with the trees, their dark silhouettes standing guard over the quiet valley. Morning light filters through mist, and the forest stirs to life, slow, reverent, and alive with possibility. From Gulling Top (≈ 9,600 ft / 2,925 m), the trail calls you higher into the realm where earth begins to loosen its hold and the sky expands with every step.

Today’s trek is about 4.5 to 5 kilometers, with a steady altitude gain of 1,100 to 1,300 feet. The gradient is not harsh, but persistent, a patient pull upward through increasingly open forest. The dense canopy of oaks and rhododendrons begins to thin. You begin to notice the sky more often, fragments of blue opening between branches, hints of snow-capped horizons appearing like distant promises.

With every turn, the landscape becomes more austere and spacious. In spring, rhododendrons may still burn crimson and pink along the slopes, a seasonal fire lingering in the cool air. In late autumn or winter, snow may already be dusting the edges of the trail, and your breath will carry the weight of frost and silence. You arrive by early afternoon at Khullara (≈ 10,800 ft / 3,292 m), a windswept alpine clearing that feels exposed yet deeply rooted. The surrounding ridgelines rise like waves frozen in motion. Peaks begin to reveal themselves, glimpses of Nanda Devi, Dronagiri, and Hathi Ghoda, their presence quiet but overwhelming.

Here, you rest beneath a vast Himalayan sky, one foot still in the forest, the other on the edge of the alpine world. You are not yet at the pass, but you are well within the domain of the mountains. Tonight, the stars will feel impossibly close. Tomorrow, you will climb into them.

Meals

BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER

Difficulty level

EASY TO MODERATE

Distance

5 KM

Traveling time

4 to 5 HOURS

Maximum height

3292 M / 10800 FT

Tavel Mode

HIKE

DAY

Khullara to Kuari Pass and back to Khullara (Acclimatise)

The day begins before the sun, under a sky pale with anticipation. There is a hush in the air at Khullara (10,800 ft / 3,292 m), as if even the forest is holding its breath. Today, you ascend to the heart of this pilgrimage: Kuari Pass, perched at 12,516 feet (3,815 meters). The climb is both physical and philosophical.

The trail stretches 6 to 7 kilometers round-trip, with an altitude gain of roughly 1,700 feet. The path rises steadily, curling around steep ridgelines and open alpine slopes. Trees give way to grass, grass to snow (depending on the season), and the wind sharpens into something ancient, something that carries the memory of glaciers and gods. As you rise, the world changes shape. Peaks begin to appear not just as distant silhouettes, but as sovereign presences: Nanda Devi, quiet and monolithic; Dronagiri, fierce in her angles; Chaukhamba, Kamet, Neelkanth, and Hathi-Ghoda standing like sentinels of forgotten myth. In winter, the snowfield that leads to the pass becomes a white canvas upon which each step feels both daring and devotional.

Reaching Kuari Pass is not a dramatic arrival but a revelation. There is no summit marker, no flag, only silence and an unbroken sweep of Himalayan grandeur. It is here, in the presence of sky and snow, that something opens: a stillness, a clarity, a long exhale. You realize you have not conquered anything. Instead, you have been allowed a glimpse, brief, unspeakable, into something far larger than yourself.

After time spent in quiet awe, you descend, either retracing your steps back to Khullara or continuing onward to Tali campsite (11,070 ft / 3,374 m), depending on weather and route. The descent is lighter, not just on your legs but in your heart. You walk differently now, quieter, perhaps more aware of the rhythm of the wind, the crunch of earth beneath your boots, the breath of the mountain in your chest.

Night falls around the tents like a soft ritual. The stars above the pass seem closer now, as if they remember you. And maybe they do.

Meals

BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER

Difficulty level

MODERATE

Distance

7 KM

Traveling time

6 TO 7 HOURS

Maximum height

3815 M / 12516FT

Tavel Mode

HIKE

DAY

Khullara to Pangarchulla and back to Khullara (Summit day)

The day begins before dawn, under a sky alive with frost and anticipation. The camp at Khullara (10,800 ft / 3,292 m) hums quietly, the hiss of boiling tea, the snap of crampons, the rustle of gear. Today is the day you chase the summit of Pangarchulla Peak (15,100 ft / 4,602 m), a climb that demands grit, lungs, and the unshakable thrill of challenge. The wind bites early, and the darkness feels heavier than usual, as if the mountain itself is testing your resolve.

The trail starts deceptively calm, winding through meadows now frozen solid. But soon, the incline steepens. The terrain shifts from grass to rock, rock to ice, and every step bites back. Snow crunches beneath your boots; the cold burns your face raw. The silence is broken only by the rhythmic thud of your axe and the sound of your breath, sharp and shallow. Ahead, ridges rise like walls, daring you to go further. The slope turns cruelly steep near the shoulder, where the wind screams without mercy.

As the first light splits the horizon, the peaks erupt in color . Dronagiri ignites in gold, Nanda Devi glows like fire, and the Chaukhamba and Kamet ranges stand like distant titans. Each glance upward feels like staring into the soul of the Himalayas, wild, unforgiving, magnificent. The final push is an all-out battle. Knees tremble, lungs burn, but adrenaline takes over. There is no thought now, only the rhythm of survival and the hunger to stand atop the impossible.

And then, it happens. You reach the Pangarchulla summit, where the earth falls away on every side and the sky feels close enough to break open. The wind howls, your heart pounds, and the panorama before you silences everything inside. From here, the Garhwal Himalayas stretch endlessly, waves of white and shadow, timeless and untamed. This is not just a summit; it’s a reckoning, between you and every fear you’ve ever carried.

Meals

BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER

Difficulty level

DIFFICULT

Distance

7 KM

Traveling time

6 TO 7 HOURS

Maximum height

4600 M / 15100 FT

Tavel Mode

HIKE

DAY

Khullara to Tugashi & Dehradun/Rishikesh

Morning breaks softly over Khullara (10,800 ft / 3,292 m), the golden light spilling over the meadows you’ve called home for days. The summit feels both near and distant now, a dream already fading into memory. After breakfast, you begin your descent through the whispering oak and rhododendron forests, retracing your path past Guling and into Tugashi Village (7,050 ft / 2,150 m).

By afternoon, the trail levels out, and the familiar hum of the road greets you at Dhak or Tugashi, where the trek began. There’s a bittersweet satisfaction in removing your pack, the strange weightlessness of ending something extraordinary. A vehicle awaits to take you down to Joshimath, and from there, the winding descent to Rishikesh or Dehradun begins.

As the road snakes along the Alaknanda River, you catch fleeting glimpses of peaks in the rearview mirror, faint, distant, eternal. The noise of the plains grows, but part of you stays behind: on the ridges of Khullara, in the biting wind of Pangarchulla, in the hush before dawn.

By the time city lights appear, you’ve crossed not just miles but thresholds, between wilderness and world, between ascent and arrival. And somewhere deep inside, the mountain still whispers, reminding you that adventure never really ends , it only changes altitude.

Meals

BREAKFAST

Difficulty level

EASY

Distance

280 KM

Traveling time

10 TO 11 HOURS

Maximum height

2000 M / 6500 FT

Bus

TRANSPORT

DAY

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WHAT IS INCLUDED?

High quality and safe service

1.Pre-Departure Briefing

On the evening before your trek, join us at 5:00 pm in our office for a detailed orientation session with your guide. This meeting will walk you through the route, safety protocols, equipment, and everything you need to know so you can step onto the trail with confidence.

2. Expert Guides

Our treks are led by highly trained, certified guides who bring both professional expertise and heartfelt passion. Fluent in English and Spanish, they are chosen for their knowledge, responsibility, and love for sharing stories of the land, its people, and its history. Beyond guiding, they ensure your safety, comfort, and peace of mind—so you can simply immerse yourself in the journey.

3. Camping & Outdoor Equipment

Your comfort in the wilderness is supported by carefully selected, expedition-grade gear:

Three-person tents with vestibule space for your backpack and gear.
Warm sleeping bags (temperature-appropriate for the season).
Sleeping bag liners for added hygiene and insulation.
Sleeping mats/foam pads to ensure restful nights.
A dining tent, where meals are served in a sheltered, comfortable setting.
Portable bathroom tent for hygiene in remote locations.
Complete kitchen setup with cookware, utensils, and equipment.

All equipment is carried by pack animals, so you trek light and free.

4. Safety & First Aid

Every trek is supported by a comprehensive first aid kit and oxygen supply, carried by your guide. They are trained to handle common altitude-related issues as well as minor injuries—ensuring help is always close at hand.

Accommodation & Food

Your journey begins with a night in a warm and welcoming village homestay or a comfortable hotel, allowing you to ease into the rhythm of mountain life before setting out on the trail. Once the trek begins, all accommodations are provided in high-quality expedition tents, carefully chosen to balance comfort and protection in rugged alpine conditions.

We use High quality tents such as Gipfel Fira and Gipfel High Mountain models, designed to endure the elements while ensuring restful nights. Each tent accommodates three trekkers comfortably, with ample space for sleeping and storing personal gear. Built for insulation and stability, these shelters offer safety, warmth, and reliable protection against the shifting moods of the high Himalayas—your secure haven after each day’s adventure.

Food & Dining

Our mountain chefs take pride in preparing wholesome, freshly cooked meals in the middle of the wilderness. Vegetarian, vegan, or other dietary needs are catered to at no additional cost.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily.
Hot drinks and snacks available throughout the day.
Wake-up tea delivered to your tent each morning—start the day with warmth and energy.
Evening tea time (“happy hour”) featuring popcorn, cookies, coffee, and tea—a cozy ritual after long hours on the trail.

Transportation

Private vehicles ensure smooth transfers to and from Basecamp village to the nearest city, making the journey as seamless as the trek itself.

Cargo Mules-During the hike, pack mules carry all shared camping gear and your personal luggage (up to 7 kg / 15 lbs). Muleteers carefully handle your belongings, leaving you free to enjoy the trail with just a daypack.

Permits & Entry Fees

We take care of all permits and entrance fees, including: Access to the trail.

Around the clock support

Hopping Trails team is always just a call away—before, during, and after your trip—for any assistance or questions you may have.

OUR TREKKING TEAM

At the heart of every journey lies the people who guide it. Our team is composed of seasoned professionals who know these trails intimately—not only from years of guiding treks, but from living in these mountains and valleys for generations. Their deep connection to the land ensures that you are always in safe, capable, and knowledgeable hands.

What drives us is not only a love for hiking, but the joy of sharing these landscapes, stories, and experiences with you. Every step of the way, our guides, support staff, and local experts will walk beside you—ensuring your safety, enriching your journey with cultural and natural insights, and celebrating every milestone.

We warmly welcome you into this community of explorers. With us, you are not just a trekker—you become part of a team united by curiosity, resilience, and reverence for the wilderness.

Your journey will be led by a highly trained and deeply experienced professional, someone whose life has been shaped by years of hiking, exploration, and connection with nature. But what truly sets them apart is their passion for guiding people through transformative adventures—helping you not only reach your destination but also discover new perspectives along the way. With them, you are not just following a guide, you are walking beside a mentor who brings the mountains to life.

OUR TOUR GUIDES

After a long and demanding day on the trail, nothing restores the body and spirit quite like a hot, hearty meal.

That’s why every trek with us is accompanied by skilled mountain chefs, each with years of experience creating nourishing dishes in remote, rugged environments. With every meal, they bring a touch of home to the wilderness—turning simple ingredients into food that rejuvenates, uplifts, and prepares you for the journey ahead.

OUR CHEFS

On every trek, we serve nutritious, balanced meals—rich in energy-giving carbs, proteins, and healthy fats—designed to fuel you for the trail ahead. Ingredients are carefully chosen to stay fresh in the rugged Himalayas, ensuring strength where it’s needed most.

Beyond sustenance, our food carries flavors from both the mountains and across India, offering warmth, comfort, and a taste of home amidst the wild.

MEALS: WHAT TO EXPECT

Our muleteers and their steadfast horses are the quiet guardians of every journey. They carry tents, supplies, and baggage, allowing you to walk unburdened and fully present in the wilderness. Moving ahead of the group, they ensure that each camp is ready—safe, warm, and welcoming—so that your focus remains on the adventure itself.

OUR MULTEERS & MULES

THE BEST PACKING LIST FOR YOUR GAUMUKH TAPOVAN TREK

Getting Ready for Your Himalayan Adventure

Thinking about setting out on the legendary trek? Preparation is key—and it begins with what you pack.

We’ve put together a comprehensive packing guide to help you get ready for this journey through one of South America’s most spectacular mountain regions. Inside, you’ll find clear details about every essential item you’ll need for safety, comfort, and success in high-altitude conditions.Along with practical information, we’ve added our own tried-and-tested recommendations for gear we personally rely on in the outdoors. These suggestions balance performance, durability, and value for money, ensuring that you’re equipped with gear that truly works on the trail.

With this list in hand, you’ll step onto the path with confidence and clarity, ready to experience Ausangate the way it’s meant to be.

Trekking Essentials

Shoes & Backpack

Trekking boots with ankle support – sturdy enough for rough mountain terrain.
Backpack with a rain cover – spacious and weather-protected for your essentials.

Clothing & Warm Layers

Insulating layers – adjust according to season:
- Spring/Summer/Monsoon: 3 layers (wool sweater, fleece, padded jacket).
- Autumn: 4 layers (wool sweater, two fleeces, padded jacket).
- Winter: 5 layers (thermals, wool sweater, two fleeces, padded jacket).
3 collared T-shirts – breathable and trek-friendly.
2 quick-dry trekking trousers – lightweight and durable.

Accessories

Polarized sunglasses – essential for snow glare.
Sun cap with protective flaps.
Waterproof gloves and socks – especially valuable in snowy conditions.
Balaclava for wind and cold protection.
Wool socks – two pairs of dry-fit plus one warm woollen pair.
Headlamp for night use.
Trekking pole for stability on steep or uneven trails.
Rain jacket with pants or a poncho.

Personal Toiletries

Sunscreen and moisturizer for UV and dry air.
Lightweight quick-dry towel.
Lip balm for chapped lips.
Toilet paper (strictly avoid wet wipes).
Toothbrush and toothpaste.
Reusable covers for separating used clothes.

Cutlery & Hydration

Steel lunch box, mug, and spoon – durable and eco-friendly.
Two water bottles or a hydration pack – minimum 2 liters capacity recommended.

Essential Personal Medicines to Carry on Trek

Always keep your medicines within easy reach. Remember: do not self-medicate—consult your trek leader before taking anything.

Diamox (1 strip): This is used to prevent altitude-related issues. Keep a close watch on how your body feels—symptoms like nausea, indigestion, unusual fatigue, or restlessness should never be ignored. If you experience any of these, speak to your trek leader immediately. Do not take Diamox on your own.
Dolo 650 (5 tablets): A basic paracetamol, useful for bringing down fever or managing mild aches and pains.
Avomine (4 tablets): If you are prone to motion sickness, carry this. Take one tablet about 30 minutes before your road journey starts.
Combiflam (5 tablets): Handy for sudden sprains, muscle strains, or sharp pains. It combines a pain reliever with paracetamol.
Digene (4 tablets): Helpful if you feel heaviness or indigestion. However, indigestion at altitude can sometimes be an early sign of AMS, so inform your trek leader if you experience this.
ORS (6 sachets): Dissolve one sachet in water and drink once a day while trekking—preferably around mid-day. It replaces essential salts and makes hydration easier in cold weather.
Knee Brace (optional): Carry this if you have weak knees or a past injury, especially for long descents.

Mandatory Documents for the Trek

For both legal and safety reasons, certain documents must be submitted before you are allowed to begin the trek. These are required by the forest department as well as our team, and missing paperwork may prevent you from joining the expedition.

Government Photo ID (Original + Photocopy): A valid identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, passport, or driver’s license is required for verification by the forest department.
Treadmill Test (for trekkers 58+ years): A stress test conducted within the last 12 months must be provided within one week of trek registration. This helps us assess your preparedness for high-altitude trekking.
Disclaimer Form: At the base camp, your Trek Leader will hand over the disclaimer form. Simply sign and return it. Note: If you are a minor traveling without parents, please carry a printed and signed copy of the disclaimer from your parent/guardian.
Medical Certificate: This must be completed and signed by a certified MBBS doctor. It is essential for forest department permissions and ensures your fitness for high-altitude conditions.

Day 1: Dehradun/Rishikesh → Joshimath (2,000 m)→ Tugashi (2,100 m)

Drive 9–10 hours via Srinagar and Karnaprayag. Joshimath is the base camp with stunning views of Nanda Devi. Overnight stay in guesthouse.

Day 2: Tugashi → Gulling Top(2,925 m)

Trek 3.5 km (3–4 hrs). A gradual climb through oak and rhododendron forest to Gulling Top Stay in tents

Day 3: Gulling Top → Khullara(3,292 m)

Trek 5 km (6–7 hrs). A steady climb through oak and rhododendron forest till Khullara. Camp on the meadow.

Day 4: Khullara → Kuari Pass (3,815)→ Khullara

Gradual 3.5 km climb to Kuari Pass. Descend back past khullara to camp, early dinner for the summit next day.

Day 5: Khullara → Pangarchulla (4,602 m)→ Khullara

Trek 10–11 km (8–9 hrs). Begin your summit push early from Khullara (10,800 ft / 3,292 m) before dawn ( 3 am), ascending steadily over snowfields and steep ridgelines toward Pangarchulla Peak (15,100 ft / 4,602 m).Careful descent along the same trail back to Khullara Camp.

Day 6: Khullara →Joshimath → Rishikesh / Dehradun

Trek 8 km back to Tugashi, Drive 9–10 hours. Trek ends.

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