Panchachuli trek
Introduction -
Panchachuli Peak, one of the enormous snow-capped Himalayan peaks, is a well-known Uttarakhand tourist destination. It is located at the easternmost tip of the Kumaon area. For the locals, the peaks have religious importance, and for adventurers, its Base Camp is a great alternative for a quick climb. Between May and September, hikers typically flocked to the Panchachuli Peak base camp. The hiking route commences at Almora and travels via Dharchula, Tawaghat, Dhar, Sela, Balling, and Duktu before coming to an end at Panchachuli. Trekkers will pass through the stunning Darma Valley, which provides a magnificent view of the Panchachuli peaks, along the way.
The Panchachuli Glacier path passes through breathtaking terrain with snow-capped mountains, rushing streams, alpine meadows, and a diverse range of flora and wildlife.
Trekking Tour Highlights-
The Panchachuli Glacier path passes through breathtaking terrain with snow-capped mountains, rushing streams, alpine meadows, and a diverse range of flora and wildlife. The path also passes through a number of tribal communities, including Bongling, Sela, Nagling, Baaling, and Duktu. It also crosses Dhauliganga and runs through dense deodar, bhojpatra, and coniferous woods. This trip stands out from others due to its overall ethereal atmosphere. This walk cannot be adequately described in a few words; to do so would be to do the panorama that unfolds before hikers' eyes harm. Basecamp of Panchachuli peak is located quite close to the Dantu Bugyal. A strenuous walk through the narrow trails of Son will take you to the Basecamp of Panchachuli. Wildflowers and wild strawberries grow on either side of the narrow path, which has steep climbs and descends till you reach the Basecamp of Panchachuli peak.
Maximum Altitude: 13,975 Ft.
By Road: Journy from Kathodgam to Dharachula, 290 km, takes around 9 to 10 hours.
Railway Station: Kathgodam is the nearest railway station, 290 Km from Dharachula. Tanakpur Railway Station at a distance of 240 km from Dharchula.
Airport: nearest airport to Dharchula is Pantnagar Airport located at a distance of approximately 335 km