11,000.00 INR ₹ Other currencies Top 5 Winter Treks in Uttarakhand Dehradun

Winter trekking in the Himalayas is worth a try if you have never done it. The fresh snow, the enormous white meadows, dried maple, pine and oak leaves, and intense weather are unforgettable memories of winter treks in India. Moreover, it is an unmeasured fun to peg snowballs on your kith and kins.

1. Nag Tibba Trek.
Region: Uttarakhand
Altitude: 3020 meters
Base camp: Pantwari
No. of Days: 2 to 3
Grade: Easy

Nag Tibba trek is a manageable terrain but offers one of the sumptuous and wondrous views. Nag Tibba is a low altitude peak located in the northeast of Mussoorie. Reaching Dehradun from Delhi, it is a 3 to 4 hours drive to the base camp of Pantwari. From Pantwari, we trek to fascinating Kathian campsite. The next day we head to summit this easier peak. The weather throughout the trek is cold while the temperature can drop below -10 degrees owing to the season.


2. Dayara Bugyal Trek.
Region: Uttarakhand
Altitude: 3657 meters
Base camp: Barsu
No. of Days: 3 to 4
Grade: Easy

Dayara Bugyal trek is exclusively known for its elegant and expansive alpine meadows. The route offers one of the exotic Rhododendrons, Pine, Maple, and Oak forests. At the same time, during the winter, when the weather is cold and snowfall is wild, the same zone is covered in snow. It looks spooky snow-white. Moreover, it is altogether a pretty sight to click endless selfies and landscapes.
From Dehradun, reaching Barsu is an approximately 6 hours drive. One of the easy-moderate treks of Uttarakhand, Dayara Bugyal offers jaw-dropping views of fantastic peaks. Shrikanth, Draupadi ka Danda, Jaonli, Bhagirathi, Bandarponch and many more comprise the list. In addition, Dodital trek could also be coupled with Dayara Bugyal as the Dodital is located in the same region.

3. Kedarkantha Trek.
Region: Uttarakhand
Altitude: 3810 meters
Base camp: Sankri
No. of Days: 5 to 6
Grade: Easy

Kedarkantha is one of the most popular treks in India. Owing to the extreme cold weather throughout the beautiful campsites, the trek definitely needs you to be well prepared with your gear. Kedarkantha trek not only delivers a thrill to summit the peak but also lets you enjoy the easy terrain until the Kedarkantha base. The first camp of Juda ka talab lends you to camp along this lake that could be fully or partially frozen during winters. The temperature drops until -15 degrees or more during the nights. Make sure you carry your thermals to keep you warm during the sleep.

4. Chopta Chandrashila Deoriatal.
Region: Uttarakhand
Altitude: 3950 meters(Chandrashila Peak)
Base camp: Sari
No. of Days: 5
Grade: Easy

This is a power-packed Chopta Chandrashila Deorital trek that lets you worship the great Lord Shiva at the Tungnath temple. The temple is one of the highest located shrines. While you tread through the snowy terrains, you pass the Deorital, an amazing lake for a stopover, to summit the Chandrashila peak. The Chandrashila peak height makes it is an easy, enjoyable, and doable winter trek of Himalaya. At the same time, the Chandrashila temperature is pleasant in summers and extremely chilly during winters. Do not forget to pack your bags with gloves and mufflers.

5. Kuari Pass Trek.
Region: Uttarakhand
Altitude: 3820 metres
Base camp: Joshimath
No. of Days: 6
Grade: Easy

Also popularly known as the Curzon trail, Kuari Pass trek will present you with incredible views of Nandadevi, Dunagiri, Chaukhamba massif, Neelkanth, Mana, Kameth, Trishul and many other Himalayan peaks. While you trek, you could also have glimpses of grand Nandadevi National park and Rishi Ganga gorge. In addition, to summit the Pangarchula peak, the comfortable terrain of the Kuari pass is chosen. The Pangarchulla peak height is 15,049 feet. The seasoned trekkers could opt for this trek!

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