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Rupin Pass
Brief Overview
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Located on the border of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, India, nearest towns are Mori and Purola from Dhaula base
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This phenomenal trek begins in Uttarakhand with vast majority of trek running through Himachal Pradesh. This trek offers stupendous views at every turn and makes anyone awestruck with its pulchritude
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Along the way you will encounter a plethora of startled waterfalls, ample snow bridges, lush forests of fir, rhododendron and oak, glacial meadows and ravishing glimpses of Kailash Peak
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The trail runs along the turquoise waters of Rupin River, concluding with an ultimate view of the famous three stage waterfall
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The final stretch takes you through a narrow, snow-laden gully, which echoes every sound, making for a unique experience that most trekkers have never had
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Best time to visit is May to June (more snow and hazy weather) and September to October (colorful meadows and clear skies)
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Last ATM points are available in Mori, Purola and Dehradun
Itinerary
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Day 1 - Pick-up from Dehradun Railway Station (6:30 AM), drive to Dhaula camp and overnight stay in tents – 220 km (10/11 hrs)
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Day 2 - Trek to Sewa from Dhaula – 9 km (6/7 hrs)
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Day 3 - Trek to Jiskun from Sewa – 8 km (5/6 hrs)
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Day 4 - Trek to Udaknal from Jiskun – 7 km (6/7 hrs)
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Day 5 - Trek to Dhanderas Thatch from Udaknal – 10 km (7/8 hrs)
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Day 6 - Trek to Upper Waterfall camp from Dhanderas Thatch – 3 km (3/4 hrs)
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Day 7 - Trek to Rupin Pass via Rati Pheri from Upper Waterfall & descent to Ronti Gad – 9 km (10/11 hrs)
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Day 8 - Trek to Sangla via Sangla Kanda from Ronti Gad – 11 km (6/7 hrs)
How to Reach
By Train
Overnight train to Dehradun from Delhi
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Recommended – Nanda Devi Express – 12205 - runs daily
Dep. Time – 23:50
Arr. Time – 5:40
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Dehradun Express – 12687 - runs on Tuesday & Friday
Dep. Time – 21:10
Arr. Time – 4:45
By Road
Overnight bus to ISBT, Dehradun from ISBT, Kashmere Gate, Delhi (see bus chart)
Suggestion: To take Uttarakhand Govt. buses from Delhi ISBT as they are punctual and quicker to reach than Pvt. Buses. They will drop you at Dehradun ISBT which is 6 km from Railway Station
By Air
Direct flights are available from-
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DEL - DED
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BLR - DED
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BOM - DED
Airport is around 35 km from Dehradun railway station (meeting point). Daily schedule of flights from Delhi to Dehradun
Inclusions
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Accommodation in tents during trek on twin share basis
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Forest permit and entrance fee
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All meals – breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, tea, coffee and soup
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Camping gear like – spacious tents, sleeping bag, liner, mattress and pillow
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Micro crampon, gaiters & oxygen cylinder, if required
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Separate toilet tents – gents and ladies
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Kitchen team, dining tent and table
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Porters, helpers and mules for common camping materials
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High altitude trek expert
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Tour leader from CYT
Exclusions
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Government tax – GST 5%
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Any kind of personal expenses
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Transportation between Dehradun and Dhaula/Sangla and Shimla
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Meals during transit
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Personal insurance
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Personal toiletries and personal medication kit
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Porter or mules to carry personal luggage
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Anything not specifically mentioned under the head Inclusions
Instructions
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Smoking cigarettes makes you lethargic & can potentially shortened your breath during the trek, we recommend not to smoke for your own good
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Drinking alcohol is not allowed since it results in dehydration and can cause AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness), it eventually reduces the oxygen level from the body
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Buying drugs or any illegal material is strictly prohibited
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Instructions from guide should be paid attention to and followed
Do's & Don'ts
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Don't carry denims - they are uncomfortable for treks and add weight (unless you want to do modeling :p)
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Don't carry cola, alcohol and personal food
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Do not litter - leave the surroundings clean and beautiful for next generation
Trek Essentials
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Rain wear/poncho (must) [available at Decathlon] -
Trekking shoes (with good grip) [recommended : Forclaz Trek 100/500 - available at Decathlon] -
Backpack + raincover (50 - 60 litres) [available at Decathlon] -
Day pack + raincover (20 litres) [available at Decathlon] -
Head torch or LED torch (with pair of extra batteries) [available at Decathlon] -
Sunglasses (category 3 or 4) [available at Decathlon] -
Sun cap (UV protected or SPF 40+) [available at Decathlon] -
Buffs/bandanas [available at Decathlon] -
Woolen cap/balaclava [available at Decathlon] -
Neck warmer/scarf [available at Decathlon] -
Light towel [available at Decathlon] -
Thermals (upper + lower) [available at Decathlon] -
Undergarments -
Quick dry shirt or T-shirt (full sleeves) [available at Decathlon] -
Trekking pants (light weight) [available at Decathlon] -
Fleece jacket [available at Decathlon] -
Down jacket (light weight feather jacket) [available at Decathlon] -
Hand gloves (warm + waterproof) [available at Decathlon] -
Trekking pole/walking stick [available at Decathlon] -
Quick dry socks (preferably thick to prevent blisters) [available at Decathlon] -
Woolen socks [available at Decathlon] -
Toiletries -
Energy bars, dry fruit pouches -
Water bladder or water bottle [available at Decathlon] -
Slippers or sandals [available at Decathlon] -
Sunscreen, cold cream and lip balm -
Dry bag/extra poly bags for wet & dirty clothes -
Whistle [available at Decathlon]
Mandatory Personal Medical Kit
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Diamox – 10 tablets (to prevent AMS - Acute Mountain Sickness)
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Dexamethasone – one strip (breathing disorders)
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Nifedipine – 5 tablets (high blood pressure & chest pain)
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Crocin – 6 tablets (fever)
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Avomine – 4 tablets (motion sickness)
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Avil 25mg – 4 tablets (allergies)
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Combiflam – 4 tablets (pain killer)
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Norflox TZ & Lomofen– 6 tablets each (diarrhea)
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Digene – 10 tablets (acidity)
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Domperidone – 6 tablets (vomiting)
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Omez/ Rantadine – 10 tablets (antacids)
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Crepe bandage – 3 to 5 meters
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Gauze – 1 small roll
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Band aid – 10 strips
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Cotton – 1 small roll
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ORS – 10 packets
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Betadine or any antiseptic cream
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Moov spray (aches & sprains)
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Knee cap, if you are prone to knee injury
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Anti fungal powder
Cancellation & Refund Policy
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Cancellations made 10 days before the commencement of the trip, 100% of total cost will be refunded -
Cancellations made 5-9 days before the commencement of the trip, 50% of total cost will be refunded -
Cancellations made 0-4 days before the commencement of the trip, a bit too late for any return