How To Reach Kedarkantha Trek
Kedarkantha trek (Sankri Base Camp) is well connected by roads from Delhi and Dehradun. The journey for trek starts from Dehradun , Uttrakhand. There only one option to reach trek i.e by road till Sankri and then 10 kms trek from Sankari to kedarkantha and return trek of another 10km also. Total distance from sankari to Summit and return is 20 kms, which you have to cover in 4 days trek, that means you have to trek only 3 – 4 kms per day only. The distance of Base camp (Sankri) is 190 kms from Dehradun, from delhi is aproc 450 kms. If you want to do trek then you have to come Dehradun , Uttrakhand firstly to start your journey for your trek. Dehradun is well connected by Roads, Trains and flights, you can take any transportation medium to reach Dehradun from all over the country. Read this blog till last to know all details about “How To Reach Kedarkantha Trek”
About Sankri
Sankri is the small town in uttarkashi district of uttrakhand. Sankari is base camp of many treks like Kedarkantha, harkidoon, rupinpass, borasupass, balipass, devkyra, dhamdhar kandi pass, black peak expedition, phulara ridge trek and many more. For these treks you have to reach sankari first, then after you have to trek all these treks from sankari. The height of sankri from sea level is 1930 meters. Sankari is well connected by road. You can reach sankari by bus or by cab. We have mentioned all details how to reach trek below in this blog go through this blog to get all information about the same.
Kedarkantha trek distance from Delhi
Here is all information how to reach kedarkantha trek from Delhi. For trek from delhi you have to reach Dehradun first as we mentioned avobe. There are three types of ways to reach Base Camp Sankri from Delhi, 1 – By Road Aprox 450 kms. 2 – By Flight to Dehradun golygrant Airport and then by road drive 190 kms to Sankari. 3 – By Train from Delhi Railway station to Dehradun , there 3 -4 trains from Delhi to dehradun we will discuss these points further below in detailed information.
1. Kedarkantha Trek Distance From Delhi By Road
Trek Distance From Delhi By Road is Aprox 450 kms. There are many types of way by road to reach. Let discus these ways:-
By Bus – To reach from delhi you have to first reach dehradun, there are direct buses from delhi ISBT (kaishmri gate) to dehradun, total distance from delhi to dehradun by road is aprox 265 kms it will take aprox 7 to 8 hours by bus from delhi to dehradun. You can also take overnight bus from Delhi ISBT TO dehradun and then dehradun to sankari by cab or by bus, we will further dissuses buses from dehdradun to sankari in this article and bolg below and after reaching sankri base camp, you have to trek 20 kms total trek from sankari to kedarkantha and return.
2. Kedarkantha Trek Distance From Delhi By Trains –
The train from Delhi to Deharadun to reach kedarkantha trek are as follow :-
In case, you want to reach Dehradun from Delhi by train then two express trains are quite convenient. With the train, it is an overnight journey. The two trains are mentioned below:
Nandadevi Express – Train no: 12205 (Departure 11:50pm; Arrival – 5:40am)
Dehradun Express – Train no: 12687 (Departure – 9:10pm; Arrival – 5:00am)
Take these two overnight trains from delhi to dehradun on the trek date you have slected, so that you don’t have to stay for one more night at dehradun, for example your trek date is 24 Dec, then take overnight train from delhi to dehradun on 23rd Dec Night so that you will reach dehradun on 24th Dec morning after that we will pick you up from there to sankri or you can go also independently to sankari by bus or your own cab.
3. Kedarkantha Trek Distance From Delhi By Flight –
Jolly Grant Airport is common airport of three cities i.e dehradun, haridwar and rishikesh, the distance of this airport is 25 kms from dehradun. You can check online flights from different parts of country to reach dehradun for trek.
For delhi to dehradun take direct flight from Delhi Airport to DEhradun jolly grant airport.
Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest airport to reach Dehradun by flight that is located almost 25km away from the city. You can find regular flights from Delhi to Dehradun.
However, if you are planning to reach Dehradun by flight then it is better to come one day in advance.
Kedarkantha Trek Distance From Dehradun
The distance from dehtadun to kedarkantha trek is 210 kms , 90 kms drive from dehradun to sankri base camp of trek and then 20 kms trek, up and down, both sides
There are two types of mode of transportation from dehradun to sankri frist by Cab Or Taxi To Sankari If you book trek with us we will arrange all transportation from dehradun to sankri by cab or taxi that will be on sharing basis which costs you around Rs 750 to Rs 850. If you want personal taxi or cab then it will be Rs 3500 to Rs 5500 One Way BY cabs like sedan and SUVs and for tempo-travller it will be 9000 one side.
Second by Bus , there are 2-3 buses from dehradun to sankri, the timing of buses from dehradun to sankri starts from early in morning from 5.00 A.M to Last Bus of UTC 7.30 A.M the ticket of bus will be around 400 from dehradun to sankari.
Kedarkantha Trek Distance Chart From Different Locations :-
1.Distance from Dehradun is 190 kms.
2.Distance from Delhi is 450 kms.
3.Distance from Sankari is 10 kms
4.Distance from Mori is 35 kms
5.Distance from Purola is 65 kms
6.Distance from Mussoorie is 164 kms
7.Distance from Haridwar is 240 kms
8.Distance from Rishikesh is 238 kms
9.Distance from Jolly grant airport is 223 kms
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Special Casual Leave (SCL) for Government Employees
Government employees joining our trekking expeditions can avail of Special Casual Leave (SCL) under the following conditions:
- Eligibility Criteria:
- SCL is available exclusively to Indian government employees.
- Applicable only for treks conducted within India.
- Leave Details:
- As per Pay Commission rules, government employees are entitled to up to 30 days of SCL in a calendar year for trekking or mountaineering expeditions.
- Treks must be organized by a registered organization, such as Trekup India, recognized by the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF).
- Application Process:
- You need to apply for leave at least 20 days before the trek departure date.
- How to Apply: The following details are required to apply for IMF certification through the IMF.
- Email info@trekupindia.com with the following details:
- Your booked trek date.
- The trek name.
- Aadhar Card
- Designation
- Office Address
- Additional Fee of Rs. 250/ per person will be applicable.
- Note: It might take 20-25 days to receive a certificate from the IMF, subject to their approval.
- Email info@trekupindia.com with the following details:
- Documentation Support:
- Trekup India will provide the necessary documents to facilitate your SCL application.
Age-Based Requirements for Junior Trekkers
- A parent or guardian must accompany trekkers below 15 years of age.
- Trekkers Aged 15 to 18 or above Years: Can trek solo but require a Disclaimer Form signed by a parent or guardian. And Medical Form that Provides health details and confirms fitness for trekking by MBBS Doctor
- Trekkers Aged above 18 Years: Require a Disclaimer Form self-signed. And Medical Form that Provides health details and confirms fitness for trekking, Signed with an MBBS Doctor stamp.
Medical Fitness Required for Trek
If you’re planning a trek, you must ensure that your health parameters meet the fitness requirements for physical exertion at high altitudes or rugged terrains. Below are guidelines for each of the parameters mentioned:
1. Pulse Rate (Heart Rate at Rest):
- Normal: 60 to 100 (bpm) beats per minute.
- Required Fitness: Physically fit person may have a resting heart rate closer to 50 bpm, which shows that he have good cardiovascular efficiency.
2. Blood Pressure (BP):
- Required BP: 120/80 mmHg. A Bolood Pressure within this Range ensures adequate oxygen delivery to muscles and organs during physical exertion, especially at high altitudes.
- Your specified blood pressure (BP) Range—Systolic: 100–140 mmHg and Diastolic: 70–90 mmHg—is appropriate and generally considered safe for trekking activities.
- Acceptable Range: <140/90 mmHg for trekking. Elevated BP could increase risks during strenuous activity or at high altitudes.
Recommendations:
- Pre-Trek Checkup: Monitor your BP multiple times & ensure that it should be normal.
- Stay Hydrated: Dehydration affect BP, so maintain proper fluid intake during your trek.
- Avoid Alcohol & Excess Salt: These can destabilize BP, especially at altitude.
- BP Monitor: If you have a history of BP issues, regularly check your BP during the trek. Our Trek Leaders are equipped with a BP machine.
3. Respiratory Rate at Rest:
- Required Rate: 12–20 breaths per minute.
4. Diabetes Mellitus:
- Acceptable: Well-controlled blood sugar levels (HbA1c <7% or fasting blood glucose <126 mg/dL).
- Fitness Requirement: Carry quick glucose sources and monitor regularly during the trek.
5. Bronchial Asthma:
- Acceptable: Only when your doctors allow it & you have to submit an MBBS doctor NOC that you can undergo this trek.
- Fitness Requirement: Bring prescribed inhalers/medications and consult your doctor about high-altitude risks.
6. Heart Problems:
- Acceptable: Individuals without recent cardiac events (e.g., heart attack within the past 2 years).
- Fitness Requirement: Clearance from an MBBS Doctor (cardiologist) is required.
7. Hypertension:
- Acceptable: Controlled hypertension (BP <140/90 mmHg) with no recent complications like hypertensive crisis.
8. Pacemaker Implant:
- Generally not recommended for high-altitude treks.
9. Body Mass Index (BMI):
- Required BMI: 18 – 26 kg/m² for a good trekking fitness.
- Overweight or underweight individuals may face additional strain on joints or fatigue.
Additional Recommendations:
- High Altitude Acclimatization: For treks above 10,000 feet, ensure have some acclimatization Trekup India have designed Itinary of this trek accordingly to it but its not granted that this itinary works fine with acclimatization. For more information, click here.
- Fitness Level: Regular aerobic and strength training exercises before the trek are essential. For more information, click here.
- Medical Clearance: Consult a healthcare professional (MBBS Doctor) to assess your suitability before coming on this trek.
Would you like assistance preparing for your trek or calculating specific health metrics? Call Your Trek Co-Ordinator