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Beyond roopkund lies the true himalayan high in the lap of nanda ghungti and the mighty trishul.

Quick Informations

• 📅 Duration: 12 days 12 nights
• 🔼 Highest Altitude: 5300m
• 🛑 Grade: Strenuous ( know trek grades )
• 👍 Best Time: May June, Sep Oct
• 🏃 Activity Type: Trek
• 🔄 Trail Type: Different Entry Exit Point
• 🚩 Starts From: Lohajung
• 🚩 Ends In: Ghat
• 🌏 Region: India - Uttrakhand
• 🎌 Country: India
• 🛪  Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehraoon, Uttrakhand
• 🚉 Nearest Rail Head: Kathgodam, Uttrakhand

Key Geographical Highlights

Daywise itinerary for ronti saddle trek, ▼day 1 arrival day lohajung.

Early morning, board your vehicle to get you to Lohajung Its a long journey and reaching Lohajung early will help

▼Day 2 Trekking Day Didina

Today after breakfast, we have a small briefing on the trek and most importantly the team introduction. After we wrap up formalities quicly, we get ready for the trek. Our loads are packed and there we are, ready to hit the trail.

Our trail for the day is easier as compared to the entire trek and soon we get lost in the beauty of it. We trek through the forest following the Neel Ganga. The trail is initially easy which then starts to climb up steadily.  As the trek continues, we get set into it and start negotiating the climb to Ali Bugiyal. After a good climb, we reach our destination for the day.

Didina is a beautiful campsite and we spend rest of the time exploring the place. 

▼Day 3 Trekking Day Bedni Bugiyal

As we start the day, to leave our campsite at Didina behind and begin with an easy trek up to Tolapani. Tolapani is a cluster of some 6/7 huts of shepherds. It makes the place very picturesque and we spend some time here.

After Tolapani, we now start to negotiate switch-backs through the forest for about 2 hour which brings us to one of the best Himalayan meadows - Ali Bugyal. Its a lovely meadow amidst the forest and takes our heart instantly. We spend some good time here depending upon the weather.

One more of a finest bugyals is waiting for us and we head towards i, yes - The Bedni Bugyal. It takes some good walk of around 2.5 hours to reach Bedni Bugyal from Ali Bugyal. Once we reach we know why it is regarded as one of the best campsites in the Himalayas.

In the evening, do not forget to click some reflection of the beautiful Trishul on the Bedni Kund, a small lake in the campsite.

▼Day 4 Trekking Day Baghuabasa

Our morning is delightful today with views of great number of Himalayan peaks like Trishul, Nandaghungti. Chaukhamba and Nilkantha. The sight definitely energizes us all as we prepare to start the trek for the day. We can see our route through the mountains as we are above tree line now. The trail is a easy walk and soon reach Ghora Lotani.

From Ghora Lotani, Patharnachauni is a gradual ascend. It is marked by the green trekker's hut built by the Forest Department for trekkers to rest for the night. From here our climb becomes tougher as we now start negotiating the switch backs to ascend Kullu Vinayak. Its a 2 hour steep climb. This stretch tests our mental stamina and physical health too. The Kalu Vinayaka top is marked by a small temple of lord Ganesha.

Baghua Basa is an easy walk from Kalu Vinayak top. The trail gently climbs down and take a slow left turn to reach the campsite of Baghua Basa, which too has green Trekker's hut.

Enjoy the beauty around !!

▼Day 5 Trekking Day Sheela Samudra

Today is a special day for us. We begin our climb to Roopkund which takes us around 3 hours. The trail climbs up steadily and the last stretch is a good steep climb for an hour. We will find many trekkers walking on this trail and once we reach, we spend some time resting and enjoying the place

We are to cross the Junargali and hence do not have much time to kill. Much difficult task is still to be completed and we get ready for it and that's climbing the Junairagali Pass. We are up against a very steep wall of hard snow and is difficult to climb without support of ice axe. The fall is exposed and a slip can be fatal. Hence rope is necessary. Anti slip traction crampons can help if there is too much hard snow. Its takes about an hour to climb to the top.

The descend from the pass top to Sheela Samudra is a sharp one initially which requires good concentration. Snow makes it further trickier. Its best advised to follow the trusted steps of your guide here. Around 2 hours of continuous descend brings us to our campsite marked by a huge boulder which acts like a wind shield.

Its been a tiring but rewarding day. So rest out the day glancing the beauty of Trishul which is so close by from here.

▼Day 6 Rest Day Sheela Samudra

Rest and local exploration day. 

Sheela Samudra, as the name means - sea of rocks. The name could not be perfect. The view of the glacier flowing down Trishul is nothing but a huge system with lots of broken tarns and huge boulders. Gushing wind, Sounds of cracking avalanches and waterfalls which starts flowing in afternoon and freezes out again by evening are very common here.

Sighting vultures and other birds are another common thing. Bring your camera to good use on this day. This day also helps us serve the important acclimatization.

▼Day 7 Trekking Day Dodang

We feel fresh after a rest day and are fully prepared to tackle the day. We start off slowly and soon find ourself crossing the boulders of Sheela Samudra. We witness numeric tarns of the once a mighty glacier. The route then follows the  Nandakini river climbing gradually upwards, though some part of the trail is unmarked and very slippery with almost no distinct trail. We need to be careful in these sections.

Our campsite is marked by a huge boulder forming a cave.  Look back at Junargali from here and you will be thrilled. Rest the day out.

▼Day 8 Trekking Day Dodang

Its a difficult, but most important day today for us, as we hit the trail to reach our goal for this trek - The Ronti Saddle .

We start our trek early. After some easy trek we come across a sharp ridge breaking down from its right hand side, almost like a 90 degree slab of mud. We take the trail little downside on the left side of the ridge which looks safer. The rigde slowly turns right to bring you to Homkund.

After offering prayers, we start to climb up the steep snowy climb to the Ronti Saddle. Initial scrambles and walk over the boulders for some 2 kilometers and then zig zakking through the snow field, we reach the top. Its a 2 hour steep and strenuous climb from Homkund to Ronti Saddle. 

The views offered from the top of Ronti Saddle is breath taking. Ronti Peaks 1, 2 ; Trishul 1, 2, 3 ; Nanda Ghungti ; Dronagiri looks just amazing and a sight only the lucky few gets. The summit of Nandaghungti looks quite teasing from this point. We spend as much time as possible keeping the weather in mind, as this is the day and the place we worked hard for, all these days !!

We start to descend the same route and it takes us couple of hours to reach back Do Dang from here. We have returned with a fulfilling experience. The sight and achievement does not leave our mind. 

▼Day 9 Trekking Day Latakhopri

This is an eventful day with a eventful river crossing to do. Its a long day and the river crossing is the trickier part. Once thats done, we take it easy to reach our campsite at Lata Khopri. The trek passes through some of the deep lush green forest of the Nanda Devi Biosphere. Its a beautiful campsite amidst the deep jungle.

With all views blocked by the jungle, today is the time to do some macro photography.

▼Day 10 Trekking Day Sutol

The descend down to Sutol is a picturesque one which descends down through the forest. Sutol is a beautiful village with a temple, shop and few homes. Do use your camera to the fullest as after a hard trek, you get to see some locals, houses, river, bridge, temples, domestic animals and conversations with the locals. You may chose to take a bath in the river as well.

▼Day 11 Trekking Day Ghat

Our descend back to civilization ends today as we hit the trail with great energy. There comes few shops on the way where we can satisfy our crunch for normal eateries. About 4 hours of walk get you down to the motor head where your cab will be waiting to take you down to Ghat, where our trek ends.

It has been a wonderful trek with wonderful people all around and offcourse the Mighty and Godly Himalayas were there always to motivate and support you. Congratulations for completing a wonderful trek. 

Yes Yes, we do have a blasting party to celebrate it.

▼Day 12 Trekking Day Rishikesh

Today we drive back to Rishikesh ending our beautiful trek

Ronti Saddle Trek - Package & Cost Details

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Must Read - Important Pre-Booking Information

▼ Fixed Departure Dates

We do not organize fixed departures for this trip.

If you want to do this trek with us, please fill this form to Request A Customized Private Trip Plan just for your team members. We will get back to you with all the details specific to your personalized requirements

▼ Cancellation Policy

When should you book.

We typically get booked about 3 - 6 months in advance. It is advisable to book this much in advance as you get early bird discounts and also your travel costs like flights/hotels/trains etc are much cheaper and confirmed if you book well in advance.

Rules Of Cancellation:  

If cancellation is done:

• Up to 30 days or more before the trek start date   - Full Refund of the total paid amount
• Between 30 days to 20 days before the trek start date  - 50% refund of the invoiced amount . 50% of the invoice amount will be charged as a cancellation penalty.
• Between 20 days to 0 days before the trek start date  - No refund. Free rescheduling or transfer of slots is allowed as specified below.
• Transfer Of Slot to a Different Batch/ Trek : No Loss Of Money, valid up to 1 year from the Invoice date. It can be availed up to 20 days before Trek Start Date by sending an email.
• Transfer of Slot to Friend/ Family For Same Batch:  No Loss Of Money, valid up to 1 year from Invoice date. It can be availed up to 7 days before Trek Start Date by sending an email.
• Validity : This rule is only applicable for treks between 4000 to 6000 meters of any grade

Find detailed info on  Cancellation & Refund Policy

Ronti Saddle is a saddle between the glorious Himalayan peaks of Nanda Ghungti and Trishul closer to the Nanda Devi ...

Ronti Saddle is a saddle between the glorious Himalayan peaks of Nanda Ghungti and Trishul closer to the Nanda Devi Inner Sanctuary.

The trek to Ronti Saddle is approached from the more popular Roopkund side and you enter the Sheela Samudra valley once you cross over the Junairagali Pass above Roopkund. A sharp descend from the Junairagali pass gets you to the vast and remote grassland of the Sheela Samudra. The name Sheela ( rocks ) Samudra ( sea ) translates to 'Sea of Rocks' and is given to the glacier coming down from the might Trishul. If there is some noise in this valley, it is of the frequent ice breaking and falling down from Trishul, feeding the Sheela Samudra glacier. Here, you will only find yourself and few 'Keeda Jadi, Yartse Gumba' pluckers during the months of June.

The trek after Sheela Samudra climbs up following the Nandakini river to the campsite of Do Dang ( 2 rocks ). It then treks over a broken ridge with sharp verticle fall on one side to takes us to Homkund - a small lake mostly under snow. From Homkund, the trek starts climbing to Ronti Saddle.

We can either cross over the Saddle ( recently a team of Bengali Trekkers has done that in September), but mostly will come back to Do Dang and exit via Ghat, trekking through the deep forest cover of Lata Khopri and the villages of Sutol and Sitel, following the Nandakini River.

Roopkund - The Skeletal Lake

The sight of the beautiful circular glacial lake, emerald in colour, in the covering of snow all round it with tall mountain walls rising over it. This sight inspires a mixed feeling - fearful, unbelievable, surprising, exquisite and what not !!

The Lake does look appealing to the eyes and is definitely photogenic, but what gives the lake its real worth is the name which it has got for itself - The Skeletal Lake . There are lots of other lakes in the Himalayas much beautiful than the Roopkund, but this lake is special. The mystery surrounding the lake due to lots of scattered human bones which are too big for the current generation of Indians, is what makes Roopkund one of the most sought after trek in the Himalayas. It took the World by its imaginations and lots of theories are available on the cause of the mass death around the lake. Recently, the theory reasoning a pilgrimage hit by a massive hail storm causing the tragic death is more believable as per a research study.

Bedni Bugyal - Ali Bugyal

In this trek, we come across 2 of the most beautiful meadows in Uttrakhand - the Bedni Bugyal and Ali Bugyal. The soft mattress of green grasses feels just wonderful, and is even beautiful with sheep grazing on them. Hovered by beautiful snow covered peaks of Chowkhambha, Trishul, and others, this is one of the most photogenic Bugyals you may come across.

The Sad Story Of Roopkund

Roopkund is perhaps one of the best treks to do in the Himalayas. Until recently, it was peaceful with few odd trekkers trekking in self organized small groups. The current scenario of this trek is very saddening. With unsurpassed and unregulated rise of irresponsible trekking agencies in India, and the false hype created by the online content marketing websites has made a huge negative impact on this trek. 

The situation is such that in the pre-monsoon season of May-Jun, atleast 100 trekkers camp on each campsite, everyday on this trek. Few of the bigger operators and some of the pioneers bring bulk of trekkers to this wonderland. Most of this crown is not Nature Friendly. The rush is such that the local operators and these big companies cannot meet the demand. So, there lots of other small operators who get their groups too, most of these are nonprofessionals. Also, there are self organized groups too.

Then there are local resources to add to, like mules, mules-men, guides, porters, cooks, helpers, etc which accompany the groups. The trekker's hut built by the Government for the trekkers permanently occupied by bigger companies to use as kitchen. What kind of push is it on the Nature to accommodate that huge rush ?? I have no imaginations for it, hence I leave it upto the readers.

All these spoil the ambiance of the trek and we don't like organizing the Roopkund trek until situation betters. We are more in favour of the Ronti Saddle Trek  which is much peaceful once we cross the tourist spot of the Roopkund trek.

Ronti Saddle Trek - Why Its A Must-Do

• Grand views of Nanda Ghungti(6309m), Trisul I (7120m), II (6690m), III (6007m)
• Ronti Saddle - a saddle between the 2 grand mountains stand at 5200 meters and offers you enough challenge to reach it. However, on reaching there, you may decide which of the 2 mountains to touch !!
• The mystery and history of the Skeletal Lake - Roopkund. Its a small circular high altitude glacial lake surrounded by snow on most part of the year. The lake is surrounded by human bones which reveals itself mostly when the snow cover is lesser.
• The best bugiyals or meadows of the Himalayas - Bedni Bugiyal and Ali Bugiyal.
• Sheela Samudra - the glacier of Mt Trishul. A glacier full of tarns and boulders. Witnessing avalanche is a normal thing here opposite to your camp in the glacier.
• Homkund is another high altitude glacial lake just below Mt. Nandaghungti and Ronti Saddle.
• Keeda Jadi or Yartsa Gumba and its crazy drive amongst the locals during June, July.
• The lovely villages of Sutol and Sitel and beautiful campsites and remoteness of the trail
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• detailed itinerary
• elevation profile
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Roopkund Homkund Ronti Saddle Trek

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Brief Description

Brief Itinerary

Detailed itinerary.

Dehradun (640M) to Sutol (2,200M)

Distance: 280 km

If you have signed up with Bikat for a drive from Dehradun to Sutol, our day starts early. All of us assemble at the meeting point by 7 in the morning so we can start our long drive up to Sutol – a small village in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. We reach Sutol through Rishikesh, Rudraprayag, Devprayag and Karnprayag. Although there’s nothing more on the agenda for today other than the 10 to 12-hour drive and settling into mountain air, it is better to leave as early as possible for two reasons:

One, so we can reach as early as possible and give our bodies enough rest for what’s coming the next day. And, two, roads on the mountains are unpredictable and it is always better to account for delays when we start. It is also better to reach before it gets dark.

Sutol (2,200M) to Tatra (2,680M)

Distance: 6 kms

We start our first day of trek towards Tatra which is 6 kms from Sutol. Sutol is the last motorable village towards our destination. The route takes us upstream into the valley through dense forests and bushes. Tatra is a small farming village at an altitude of 2,680M putting our elevation gain for the day at close to 480M.

Tatra (2,680M) to Lata Khopri (3,080M)

Distance: 9-10 km

Today will be a long day, but well within the tree line. We continue our trek through the forest to reach an opening which is called Lata Khopri. Here is where we set up camp for the night.

Lata Khopri (3,080M) to Chanimaghat

Distance: 10 km

It is as eventful a day as it is long as we pass through some of the deep lush green forests of the Nanda Devi Biosphere and cross multiple streams. The river crossing is the trickiest part of this otherwise pleasant day of hiking.

Chanimghat to Dodang (4,480M)

Distance: 6 km

We continue towards Dodang which is at an altitude of 4,480M. Do Dang literally translates to Two Boulders named so for the two huge boulders at the site. The campsite is marked by these boulders forming a cave. 

Dodang (4,480M) to Homkund (4,060M) and Ronti Saddle (5,300M) to Sila Samudra (4,000M)

Distance: 11 kms

We start our trek early. After some easy patches we come across a sharp ridge breaking down from its right hand side, almost like a 90 degree slab of mud. We take the trail that descends a bit on the left side of the ridge. The ridge slowly turns right to bring you to Homkund. After offering prayers, we start up the steep snowy climb to the Ronti Saddle. 

Initial scrambles and walk over the boulders for some 2 kilometers and then switchbacks through the snow field, bring us to the top. It’s a 2 hour steep and strenuous climb from Homkund to Ronti Saddle with an elevation gain of 1300 meters. You will mostly be walking on snow the entire time. The view from the top of Ronti Saddle is breathtaking. Ronti Peaks 1, 2, Trishul 1, 2, 3, Nanda Ghunti all stand tall around the saddle. Dronagiri looks mesmerizing made even more special by the fact that only a few get to experience this majestic peak due to its placement. 

From here, we head to our campsite for tonight which is on the boulders of Sila Samudra at a height of 4,000M. Sila means Rock and Samudra means Sea – the name of the campsite literally translates to a Sea of Rocks and it couldn’t be more accurate for the rocky moraines that make up the region. 

Sila Samudra (4,000M) to Junaragali (5,050M) to Sila Samudra (4,000M)

Distance: 8 km

Today is the day we go to Roopkund and it is also a day which will require a lot of concentration. It is a steep climb up to Junairagali Pass and a steep climb down from there, back to Sila Samudra with over 1000M elevation difference to be covered on each side. The snow makes these steep slopes even trickier. After a hard day of traverse, we are back to our old campsite of Sila Samudra.

Sila Samudra (4,000M) to Lata Khopri (3,080M)

Distance: 12 km

We trace our steps back the same way we had come and reach back down to Lata Khopri tonight covering a long distance of 12 kms through the day. But since we are losing altitude, it is a relatively easier day than some of our previous days on the trek.

Latakopdi (3,080M) to Sutol (2,200M)

Distance: 15 km

We give Tatra a skip and head straight back down to Sutol today.

Sutol (2,200M) to Dehradun (640M)

Distance: 280 kms drive 

Expect to reach Dehradun by later evening. We’d recommend that you plan your travel out of Dehradun late night or on the next day.

This day can be used on any of the days along the itinerary as per required – in case of bad weather or if a rest day is needed. The cost of this day is included in the total trek cost. 

What's Included

• Meals during the trek
• Forest/Camping Fee (Upto the amount charged for Indian nationals)
• Tents, Sleeping bags, mats
• Safety Equipment
• Trek guide, cook, helpers
• Porters or mules for carrying common supplies
• Services of a Certified Trek Leader
• 2 Nights Hotel/Guest House Stay in Lohajung

What's Not Included

• Meals during hotel stay and road journey
• Any kind of insurance
• Any expense of personal nature
• Offloading of personal rucksack
• Any expense not specified in the inclusion list

Are you Eligible for this Adventure?

Max Altitude

BRS Level Required

Roopkund Homkund Ronti Saddle Trek is a level 6 adventure on the Bikat Rating Scale.

This makes it mandatory for you to have high-altitude experience of preferably multiple treks marked at level 5 on the BRS. The altitude, the terrain and the nature of the climb demand a certain level of skill and a need for you to be aware of how your body reacts to the various features of high altitude environment.

If you do not know what level of BRS trek would suit you best, worry not! Fill out this Form:

we will send you a progression chart to help you comfortably get out of your comfort zone in order to level up and ultimately reach your highest potential in the big, bad world of outdoor adventure.

Packing List

This is a list of essential items for individuals doing the trek with Bikat Adventures. This list contains only those items which the participants are required to bring with them. The list excludes those items which are provided by Bikat Adventures on the trek. We have divided the items into five categories. All the items in the list are essential except for those marked as optional.

Trekking Gear

• Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
• Day Pack Bag - Recommended for treks with summit day
• Head Torch with spare Batteries. Qty -1
• U V protection sunglasses. Qty -1 Here is how you can choose the best sunglasses for trekking.
• Water Bottles: 2 bottles of 1 liter each
• Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle trekking shoes Qty -1
• Pair of light weight Slipper/Sandals Qty -1
• Quick Dry Warm lower or Track Pants. Qty - 2
• Full sleeves T-shirts/ Sweatshirts. 1 for every 2 days of trekking
• Pair of thick woolen socks. 1 pair for every two days of trekking
• Thermal Body warmer Upper & Lower. Qty-1
• Undergarments. Qty - 1 for every day of trekking
• Warm jacket closed at wrist & neck .Qty-1
• Full sleeves sweater. Qty -1
• Rain wear ( Jacket & Pants ) . Qty-1
• Pair of waterproof, warm gloves. Qty-1
• Woolen cap. Qty-1
• Sun shielding Hat. Qty -1
• Personal toiletries kit (Small Towel, Toilet paper, paper soap, Bar soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, cold cream, etc.)
• Sun screen lotion small pack. Qty -1 Here is your Sun Protection 101 to stay safe in the bright sunny outdoors.
• Lip Balm small pack. Qty-1
• Small size, Light weight & Leak proof lunch box. Qty-1
• Plate. Qty- 1
• Spoon.Qty-1
• Tea/Coffee (plastic) Mug.Qty-1

Miscellaneous

• Camera (Optional)
• Carry your medicines in plenty in case you have any specific ailment. Consult your doctor before joining the trek.
• Dry fruits, Nuts, Chocolate bars (Optional)

Frequently Asked Questions

Eligibility, experience required, requisite skills, fitness benchmark.

• Jog/Run for 5 Kms in 25-30 mins Or Walk continuously for 10 kms (with 3-4 small breaks) on plain terrain (slight incline is better) and
• Hold your breath for 40 seconds and
• 3 sets of Climbing 30 – 40 steps in one stretch and
• Push Ups – 10 and
• Lunges & Squats – 15 X 2 sets

About the activity

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The trek begins from Lohajung which is about 200 km from Kathgodam/Haldwani. There are no direct buses from Kathgodam/Haldwani to Lohajung. But you can take a shared jeep which will cost you around INR 900. It takes around 12 hours to get to Lohajung from Haldwani/Kathgodam.

Kathgodam is well connected to Delhi through rail and road transport. Here is how you can reach:

Uttarakhand Roadways provides all kinds of bus services between Delhi ISBT to Haldwani. The distance between Delhi to Kathgodam is 294 km which takes about 7 hours to cover. You can book your bus tickets online through https://utconline.uk.gov.in/ or any other bus services available. You can also hire a private taxi or an outstation cab from Delhi. These taxis come at exorbitant prices.

Kathgodam is the last railhead before Lohajung. Board Ranikhet Express from Delhi which reaches Kathgodam early in the morning. Or you can take Delhi Sampark Kranti which reaches Kathgodam in the night in case you want to stay the night.  

Pantnagar Airport is the closest to Lohajung at a distance of 256 km. There is one Air India flight running every day between Delhi and Pantnagar. It is suggested to make your bookings well in advance due to a low frequency of flights. In case you are flying to Pantnagar, take a taxi from the airport to Kathgodam and then take one of those shared jeeps to reach Lohajung.

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Small Group Size

Our batch sizes are capped at 15 for smaller treks with the trek leader and trekker ratio of 1:8. This ratio, in our years of experience, has proven to deliver the best trekking experience for individuals as well as groups. Capping the size of the group ensures individual attention to each trekker so that no signs of distress or need during the trek go unnoticed. It also helps to form a more cohesive cohort with better group energy which helps define the rhythm and pace of days on the trek. As you go higher up on the BRS scale, since the stakes are higher, expeditions have an even smaller group size with the ratio of expedition leader to climber set at 1:2.

Qualified Trek Leaders

We follow a rigorous regime of hiring and training our experts in the field. Each trek leader is a certified mountaineer with years of experience in the field. In addition to their qualification, they also go through practical and situational training to tackle any and all kinds of sudden conditions that may present themselves on the ground. Being unpredictable is the core nature of the mountains but being ready for any circumstance as best as possible is a controllable asset that we try to nurture. Our field experts are also trained in basic medicine and first-aid response. Watch: Forerunners - The Making of A Trek Leader At Bikat Adventures

Guided Progression

Since Bikat Adventures is a learning-based organization, we help you climb up the ladder of difficulty within the sphere of outdoor adventure systematically. Our on-ground training modules are designed to handhold you through the upskilling process so that you are ready to take on bigger challenges.

Equipment Quality and Check

All the gear used on our treks and expeditions is tried and tested, maintained for good quality, and is overall top-notch in quality and condition. We are continually looking to obtain the best of everything there is in the market so as to ensure optimum safety.

Support Systems

Along with the staff you see on-ground, we have a team of superheroes working in the background to give you the best experience possible. Our background team also comprises local staff from each area who know the region best. Having local support helps with studying the area, pre-planning, execution, and in receiving timely support in case of emergencies in these remote locations.

Communication

Our on-field staff is in constant contact with our teams based in primary locations so as to eliminate any avoidable delay in reaching additional help and support when required. We try to use the best tools for communication available, including satellite phones, in regions where they are not restricted.

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Cancellation Policy

Cash refund

Cancellations up to 30 days prior to departure date

5% deduction

Cancellations between 30 days to 15 days prior to departure date

50% deduction

Cancellations within 15 days prior to departure date

Voucher refund

Cancellations up to 5 days prior to departure date

No Deduction

Cancellations within 5 days prior to departure date

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Ronti Saddle Trek

Ronti Saddle Trek – a saddle between the Himalayan peaks of Nanda Ghunti and Trishul. The trek offers grand views of Nanda Ghungti(6309 mtr), Trisul I (7120 mtr), II (6690 mtr), III (6007 mtr) mountauns. 

The Route of Ronti Saddle Trek passes through the trail of roopkund. Roopkund, comes on the fourth day of this trek. The trek further continues via Ronti Saddle & Channia ghat to end in Sithail. One will experience the best bugyals or meadows of Bedni and Ali. the seren view of Nanda Ghunti and Trishul

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Ronti Saddle trek is a relatively new trek that hasn’t been on many trekker’s radar. It offers breathtaking views of the Nanda Ghunti, Trisul I, II, III peaks. One comes across the mysterious Roopkund Lake where the skeletal remains of the unknown are still buried. In addition to that, you come across beautiful meadows of Ali Bugyal and Bedni Bugyal .

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Average Temperature : May — June (15C to 20C and night 7C to 2C) Sept — Oct (15C to 10C and night 5C to -5C) Best Season for Ronti Saddle Trekking Expedition: Pre Monsoon — May first week to June end Post monsoon — September 2nd week to Nov first week

Suggested Trekking Itinerary for Ronti Saddle Trek

Day 1: Kathgodam – Lohajung (225 kms / 8-9 hours) Pickup will be from Kathgodam Railway Station and then drive to Lohajung . The drive is a long one but the beautiful views of the hills and rivers should be rewarding enough.

Day 2: Lohajung – Didina (10 km) Post breakfast, we start our trek from Lohajung to Didina. We traverse through the forests with initial easy trail which then starts to climb up steadily. We camp at Didina for the night.

Day 3: Didina – Bedni Bugyal (12 km) We leave early for Bedni Bugyal via Tolapani which is a hamlet situated amidst the lush greenery high up in the mountains. After trekking for 2 hours we reach the beautiful Ali Bugyal. Bedni Bugyal is just 2.5 kms from Ai Bugyal. We camp at Bedni Bugyal.

Day 4: Bedni Bugyal - Baghubasa (12km) After paying our obeisance to the majestic Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhamba, Trishul, Nilkantha peaks from Bedni Bugyal, we move forward towards Baghubasa. We reach Baghubasa by evening which is a beautiful campsite. We halt for the night.

Day 5: Baghubasa – Roopkund – Junairgali Pass – Sheela Samudra (12 kms) We start early today for ascend to the famed Roopkund lake which will take around 3 hours. We spend some time among the skeletons resting and enjoying the lake. Trek to Junairgali top is a little difficult one that requires ice climbing. Once we reach the summit, the view is spellbinding. We descend to Sheela Samudra and camp for the night.

Day 6: Timeout (Rest) After a tiring day yesterday, we relax today. Explore the vicinity or just lie in the cool breeze. Hope you have your camera ready!

Day 7: Sheela Samudra – Dodang (8 km) After a refreshing Day 6, we once again start our journey amidst the mountains. We walk beside the Nandakini River as we reach Dodang. We call it a day at Dodang and camp overnight.

Day 8: Dodang – Homkund – Ronti Saddle (10 km) We start early for our destination – Ronti Saddle. The views offered from the top of Ronti Saddle is breath taking. Ronti Peaks 1, 2 and Trishul 1, 2, 3 and Nanda Ghungti looks amazing.

Day 9: Dodang – Chandaniya Ghat – Latakhopri (16 km) From today we make our way back to the civilization. We cross a river to reach Lata Khopri which will be our campsite. Overnight stay will be at tents.

Day 10: Lata Khopri – Sutol (12 km) The descent down to Sutol is a picturesque one which descends down through the forest. Sutol is a beautiful village with a temple, shop and few homes. Overnight stay will be at camps.

Day 11: Sutol – Sitel – Lohaghat (11 km trek, 1 km by road) We descent back to the civilization via Sitel village. From, Sitel we drive back to Lohaghat. Trek ends at Lohaghat.

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• Starts from Lohajung
• Trek grade Tough
• Trek duration 8 Days days
• Altitude range 5200 mts
• Located in Chamoli, Garhwal
• Railway Station Kathgodam, 220 kms
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Ronti Saddle is a saddle between the glorious Himalayan peaks of Nanda Ghunti and Trishul closer to the Nanda Devi Inner Sanctuary. The trek follows the Nandakini River and takes us through the villages of Sutol and Tatra to enter the deep forests of Lata Khopri to reach the moraines of Sila Samudra and the peculiar campsite of Dodang. The name Sila Samudra translates to 'Sea of Rocks' and is given to the glacier coming down from the mighty Trishul. If there is some noise in this valley, it is of the frequent ice breaking and falling down from Trishul, feeding the Sia Samudra glacier. Here, you will only find yourself and few 'Keeda Jadi, Yartse Gumba' pluckers during the months of June. Homkund is a small lake which mostly remains under snow. We get to this high altitude lake by trekking along a broken ridge with a sharp vertical fall to one side then climbing on towards the infamous Ronti Saddle which sits between Nanda Ghunti and Trishul.

This trek is a trek of many climaxes and definitely makes you sweat for all of its exquisite offerings. A perfect mix of challenge and beauty, it is a trek for anyone who wants to push their limits in the high-altitude terrain.

Day 1: Dehradun (640 m) to Sutol (2,200 m), Distance: 280 km

If you have signed up with Biktat for a drive from Dehradun to Sutol, our day starts early. We all gather at the meeting point by 7 am so that we can start our long drive to Sutol, a small village in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. We reach Sutol via Rishikesh, Rudraprayag, Devprayag and Karnaprayag. Although there's nothing else on the agenda today except a 10 to 12 hour drive and settling into the mountain air, it's better to leave as early as possible for two reasons:

One, so that we can arrive as early as possible and give our bodies adequate rest for the next day. And, two, roads in the mountains are unpredictable and it is always better to take into account delays when we start out. It is also better to reach before dark.

Day 2: Sutol (2,200M) to Tatra (2,680M), Distance: 6 km

We start the first day of our journey towards Tatra which is 6 kilometers away from Sutol. Sutol is the last motorable village towards our destination. This route takes us up into the valley through dense forests and bushes. Tatra is a small farming village at an altitude of 2,680 meters, making our altitude during the day around 480 meters.

Day 3: Tatra (2,680M) to Lata Khopri (3,080M), Distance: 9-10 km

Today will be a long day, but will remain within the work area. We continue our journey through the forest and reach an open space called Lata Khopri. This is where we set up camp for the night.

Day 4: Lata Khopri (3,080M) to Chanimaghat, Distance: 10 km

It's as eventful a day as it is long as we pass through some of the deep lush green forests of the Nanda Devi Biosphere and cross several streams. Crossing the river is the hardest part of this pleasant day of hiking.

Day 5: Chanimghat to Dodang (4,480 m), Distance: 6 km

We move towards Dodang which is at an altitude of 4,480M. Du Dang literally means Two Boulders, named for two huge boulders present at the site. The campsite is marked by these stones forming a cave.

Day 6: Dodang (4,480 m) to Homkund (4,060 m) and Ronti Saddle (5,300 m) to Sila Samudra (4,000 m), Distance: 11 km

We start our trek early. After a few easy patches we see a sharp rock break off to the right, almost like a 90 degree slab of clay. We follow the path that descends slightly to the left of the ridge. The ridge gradually turns to the right to bring you to Homkund. After praying, we begin the steep snowy climb to Ronti Saddle.

The initial struggle and walking over rocks for about 2 kilometers and then back through the snow field brings us to the top. It is a steep and arduous 2 hour climb from Homkund to Ronti Saddle with an elevation of 1300 metres. You will be walking on ice most of the time. The view from the top of Ronti Saddle is breathtaking. Ronti Peaks 1, 2, Trishul 1, 2, 3, Nanda Ghunti all stand tall around the saddle. Dronagiri looks mesmerizing, which is made even more special by the fact that due to its location only a few people are able to experience this majestic peak.

From here, we head to our camping site for tonight which is on the rocks of the Sila Sea at an altitude of 4,000 metres. Sila means rock and Samudra means sea – the name of the campsite literally translates as Sea of Rocks and this couldn't be more accurate for the rocky moraines that make up this area.

Day 7: Sila Samudra (4,000 m) to Junaragali (5,050 m) to Sila Samudra (4,000 m), Distance: 8 km

Today is the day we will go to Roopkund and it is also the day that will require a lot of concentration. There is a steep climb up to Junairagali Pass and from there a steep descent down to Sila Samudra, with a height difference of over 1000 meters on either side. Snow makes these steep slopes even more tricky.

After a hard day of travelling, we are back at our old camp site at Sila Sea.

Day 8: Sila Samudra (4,000M) to Lata Khopri (3,080M), Distance: 12 km

We return back the same way we came and cover a long distance of 12 kilometers during the day and reach Lata Khopri tonight. But since we are losing altitude, this is a relatively easy day compared to our last few days on the trek.

Day 9: Latakopadi (3,080M) to Sutol (2,200M), Distance: 15 km

We leave the Tatras and head straight to Sutol today.

Day 10: Sutol (2,200M) to Dehradun (640M), Distance: 280 km drive

Expected to reach Dehradun by late evening. We would recommend that you plan your journey out of Dehradun late at night or the next day.

Day 11: Buffer Day

This day can be used on any day of the itinerary as needed – in case of bad weather or if a rest day is required. The cost of this day is included in the total trek cost.

Package Inclusions

• Conservation entry permits, fees for Trek
• Tent accommodation during the Trek days
• All meals in each day while on the trek /Journey All program according to itinerary on full board
• Fully escorted trek with fluent speaking license holder local trekking guide
• Mules/porter for trekking luggage
• Trekking crew charges (attractive salary and wages), equipment charges and other facilities to Uttarakhand trekking staff.
• All charges for tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, kitchen tents, camping stool, etc.

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• Travel Insurance
• Any sort of transportation to reach Joshimath and back.
• Any other kind of insurance
• Costs and expenses for medical evacuation or otherwise in case of any emergency.
• Meals – other than breakfast lunch and dinner as indicated in the itinerary above
• Mineral water and other beverages/drinks
• Any kind of personal expenses/bills
• Any drinks, tips for the guide and porter, etc Anything which is not mentioned above.

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A saddle between two magnificent mountains

Ronti Saddle stands at an elevation of 5200 meters and serves as a challenging saddle between the magnificent Himalayan peaks of Nanda Ghungti and Trishul, situated close to the Nanda Devi Inner Sanctuary. The trek to Ronti Saddle typically starts from the popular Roopkund side, and to reach it, you traverse the Sheela Samudra valley after crossing the Junairagali Pass above Roopkund. The journey to Ronti Saddle also offers an encounter with the mystery and history of Roopkund, famously known as the Skeletal Lake. Roopkund is a small circular high-altitude glacial lake surrounded by snow for most of the year. The lake is known for its collection of human bones, which are more visible when the snow cover is less. The trek includes exploration of some of the best bugiyals or meadows in the Himalayas, namely Bedni Bugiyal and Ali Bugiyal. Additionally, you'll pass through Sheela Samudra, a glacier of Mount Trishul, characterized by tarns and boulders. Witnessing avalanches is a common occurrence in this region, often happening opposite to your camp in the glacier. The trail also takes you through the lovely villages of Sutol and Sitel, offering beautiful campsites and a sense of remoteness. Overall, the trek to Ronti Saddle provides a unique and adventurous experience, encompassing stunning landscapes, glacial lakes, and the rich cultural heritage of the region.

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The Trip Cost Includes

• All meals along the trek only veg.(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trek tents, home stay.
• Transportation, food, accommodation.
• Sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map.
• First Aid Medical Kit (Your guide will carry the Medical Kit but we also advise to bring yourself for your own use, as far as possible)
• All the required permits and paperwork

The Trip Cost Excludes

• International Airfare
• Visa Charges.
• Personal clothing and gears required for climbing (Personal Climbing equipment)
• Personal expenses such as table drinks, room’s services items, laundry, telephone calls at hotels or tip etc.
• Personal high altitude porter
• Any additional expenses caused by or liability for a disturbance in the trip program due to our circumstances, weather conditions, sickness, natural disasters, riots etc.
• Liability for or insurance against injury, loss of life, accidents or loss of goods
• Personal Belongings such as , walking sticks etc.

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Ronti Saddle Cross Trek: A Thrilling Descent into the Heart of the Himalayas

Embark on an extraordinary journey with the Ronti Saddle Cross Trek, a trail that connects the famous Roopkund and the revered Ronti Saddle to the Dhauli Ganga basin in the northeast direction. This unique route, also known as Ronti Pass, unveils an entirely new perspective as we descend from Ronti Saddle, negotiating steep rock sections, and boulders, and finally reaching the sacred temple of Bhabisya Badri on the Joshimath to Malari Road.

Brief Itinerary:

• Day 1: Early morning start from Rishikesh and reach Sutol (~2300 m/7545 ft) via Rishikesh, Karnaprayag, Nandaprayag, and Ghat. 240 Km by car – 10 to 11 hours – Lodge/Homestay accommodation.
• Day 2: The trek begins! Trek to Lata Khopri (3080 m/10100 ft) – 12 Km – 6/7 hours. Camp.
• Day 3: Continue the journey, trek to Bhujani (3550 m/11640 ft) – 8 Km – 4/5 hours. Camp.
• Day 4: Head to Sila Samudra (3900 m/12800 ft) – 5 Km – 2/3 hours. Camp.
• Day 5: Trek to Homkund (4620 m/15150 ft) via Dodang – 11 Km – 6/7 hours. Camp.
• Day 6: Ascend to Ronti Saddle (5200 m/17050 ft) – 2/3 hours and then descent over the glacier to camp on the moraine. Intermediate camp 1.
• Day 7: Trek down to the edge of the moraine and grassland. Intermediate camp 2.
• Day 8: Continue the descent to the cave camp. Intermediate camp 3.
• Day 9: Trek down to the first village on the trail, Subhai. Camp. Subhai village is adjacent to the Bhavishya Badri temple.
• Day 10: Descend to the road head and drive to Rishikesh via Joshimath. 10 hours.
• Day 11: Buffer day.

Important Notes:

• Commencing from Rishikesh, the trek takes you through picturesque landscapes, quaint villages, and challenging terrains.
• Accommodations include homestays and camps, offering an immersive experience of the local culture.
• The trail demands a mix of endurance and agility as you navigate through varying altitudes and terrains.
• A buffer day is provided for flexibility in case of unexpected conditions or for leisurely exploration.

Why Ronti Saddle Cross Trek?

• Unique Descent Route: Distinguishable from the usual Ronti Saddle route, this trek unveils an entirely new descent path, adding an element of exploration and adventure.
• Sacred Temples: The trail leads to the revered Bhavishya Badri temple, providing a cultural and spiritual dimension to the trek.
• Diverse Landscapes: Traverse through alpine meadows, rocky terrains, and glaciers, offering a diverse and immersive Himalayan experience.

Who Can Embark on This Trek?

• The trek is suitable for enthusiasts seeking a challenging yet rewarding adventure.
• Participants should possess a good level of physical fitness and stamina.
• Age range: 18 to 60 years.

Clothing and Gear:

• Proper clothing for varying temperatures, including warm layers for higher altitudes.
• Trekking shoes with a good grip, trekking poles for stability, and a comfortable backpack.
• Three layers of clothing for camping, including a thermal base layer, a warm insulation layer, and a weatherproof outer layer.

Access to Ronti Saddle Cross Trek Base – Sutol Village:

• The journey begins from Rishikesh, covering approximately 240 km by car through breathtaking landscapes.
• Homestays and lodges in Sutol provide a comfortable start to the trek.

Embark on the Ronti Saddle Cross Trek, where every step takes you deeper into the heart of the Himalayas, unveiling new vistas, cultural richness, and the thrill of exploration. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Duration: Rishikesh to Rishikesh in 10 days plus a buffer day.

Prerequisite:  At least 2 Himalayan treks, one of which must be a high-altitude trek (~4500m), involving walking on snow and negotiating rough rocky terrain.

Grade: Difficult

Physicality: 8.5/10

Trail Length: 8 days of trekking; Walking from Sutol to Ronti Saddle via Dodang and Homkund. Descend to Bhabisya Badri on the Dhauli Ganga valley (on Joshimath Malari road). Distance around 90 km.

Highest Point: Ronty Saddle ~ 5200m/17050ft

Seasons: June & September

Access: The Trek starting point (trek base) is Rishikesh.

Railway station: Haridwar (STN Code: HW). Rishikesh is 1 hour from here, 25 Km

 Airport:  Dehradun (DED) or Delhi

Upcoming Scheduled Dates for Ronti Saddle Cross Trek:

• You can easily find the scheduled Fixed Departure dates in the calendar provided inside the Booking Form or the REGISTER NOW form. The starting dates of the tour are highlighted as per our 6-day itinerary.
• To receive all the necessary information, simply submit the REGISTER NOW form, and it will be sent to your email.
• In case you are part of a group and the available dates do not align with your schedule, you have the option to select the Custom date mode by clicking on “Select your custom date” and filling out the displayed form accordingly.
• Alternatively, you can conveniently view all the available dates at a glance on our TREK CALENDAR.
• Trekkers are required to arrive in Rishikesh on Day 1 morning, ideally no later than 6 am. The return to Rishikesh is scheduled for Day 10 evening, around 6 to 7 pm. Please make arrangements for your tickets for the inward journey and return accordingly.

Arranged Pickup Service: Depending on the trek members, we facilitate a pickup from Kathgodam to Lohajung and from Joshimath to Haridwar back. The cost is shared equally among team members.

Public Transportation Options:

• From Rishikesh: Travelers can reach Rishikesh by night, which is 23 km from Haridwar, and catch the early morning bus for Mandoli/Lohajung. Departing at 5 am, this privately operated bus takes approximately 12 to 14 hours to reach Lohajung, passing through Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karanprayag, Tharali, and Deval.
• From Delhi: Another option is the regular Uttarakhand Parivahan state-operated bus service from Delhi to Lohajung, known as the Delhi Deval service. Departing from ISBT Anand Vihar in Delhi around 4 pm, this journey is lengthy, taking about 24 hours to reach Lohajung. The route passes through Haldwani, Kathgodam, Almora, Kausani, Gwaldam, Tharali, and Deval. Presently, the bus runs until Tharali.
• From Joshimath: Buses for Rishikesh/Haridwar depart early in the morning, around 6 am, reaching their respective destinations by 7/8 pm.

These options provide flexibility for travelers to choose the most suitable mode of transportation based on their preferences and schedules.

Drive from Rishikesh to Sutol

Trek to lata khopri, trek to bhujani, trek to sila samudra, trek to homkund via dodang, trek to ronti saddle, descent to intermediate camp 2, descent to intermediate camp 3, trek to subhai village, return journey to rishikesh.

TREK FEE: ₹ 39,500 (Sutol to Subhai) per person + 5% GST

Please note that the mentioned cost is valid for a group consisting of 6 to 8 individuals. It’s important to highlight that this fee does not cover transportation, personal porterage, or the expenses related to a buffer day.

• We assume that you have read and understood our “Terms & Conditions”  ( https://greenvalleyhimalayas.com/terms-and-conditions )  before Booking a trek/tour.
• To reserve your place in a scheduled Fixed Departure trek or a Customised/Private trek  pay 25% of the TREK/TOUR FEE  as the initial  “Booking Deposit” . You can pay by Net banking/Draft/Cheque/Credit/Debit/AMEX cards. This will ensure your participation in the desired trek and we will reserve your place on the scheduled date. You need to pay the remaining amount at least 15 days before the Trek Starting Date .
• If you book a Trek/Tour before 14 days or less from the Trek/Tour Starting Date, you need to pay the full TREK/TOUR FEE .

  Cancellations:

• “Booking Amount” i.e. 25% of the TREK/TOUR FEE is Non-Refundable  at any stage.
• If in case you are not able to make it due to unavoidable reasons (s), we provide you a very flexible choice of Shifting to another trek within the next one year . One year is counted from the starting date of the trek/tour you booked initially with us.
• In case you postpone your trip you need to inform a minimum  of 15 days before the trek/tour starting date. (Though we suggest to inform us earlier if know)
• In case you postpone a  trek/tour 15 days before the scheduled Trek/Tour Starting date or prior , you may shift to another group of the same trek/tour scheduled in the same season or within the next one year. You may shift to another suitable route also. For changing any, you need our approval first. Your request must be in written communication through your registered email with us.
• If you cancel/postpone a trek/tour from 14 days to 8 days before the tour starting date , your Booking Amount is Non-Refundable. We will not take any requests for shifting dates. We will charge 50% of the amount as Cancellation Charges and process a refund of the remaining 50%. You may also shift to another group within next year but 25% Booking Amount will be deemed as Cancellation Charge and the rest amount will be transferred to the shifted group.
• If you cancel a trek/tour  7 days (i.e. a week) before the Trek/Tour Starting Date or later , there will be  NO REFUND.
• In case of any unforeseen incident including but not limited to natural calamities like flood, earthquake, landslide, forest fire, or any political unrest, if we are compelled to cancel the trek/trip, you will be entitled to redeem the full amount for the same/similar kind of trek/trip within next one year.

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Ronti Saddle Trek

One of the most picturesque and challenging treks of the Uttarakhand region is the Ronti Saddle Trek . The Ronti Saddle is a saddle between the two glorious Himalayan peaks of Trishul and Nanda Ghunti standing at an altitude of 5,200 metres. You must have heard eons about the mysterious Roopkund Trek and might have also done it. The Ronti saddle trek is approached from the Roopkund side and after crossing the Junargali Pass above Roopkund, you enter the Sheela Samudra Valley .

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After crossing the Junargali Pass, there is a sharp descent to the vast and remote grassland of Sheela samudra. Sheela Samudra literally means the “sea of rocks” (Sheela means rocks and samudra means sea). The name is given to the glacier coming down from the magnificent Trishul. The vast grassland is almost isolated and silent. The only noise you might here is of the frequent breaking of ice from the Trishul while it falls down to feed the Sheela Samudra glacier.

After crossing the Sheela Samudra, you will pass the Do dang campsite and then the Homkund, another glacial lake. Thus, in this challenging trek, you are going to encounter two very beautiful lakes – the Roopkund and the Homkund. And the remoteness of the trek also adds to its beauty.

Detailed Itinerary

Lohajung - wan road, day 1: lohajung to gehroli patal via wan (5 - 6 hrs).

Lohajung is the basecamp. From Lohajung, drive to Wan, a small village on the lap of the mountains. The initial trail passes through a cemented path with a brief ascent and then a gradual descent until you come to the gurgling waters of Neel Ganga. This place is a perfect place to take a breather because first day of the trek is always tiring. You can refill your bottle sat the cool and refreshing waters of the Neel Ganga.

Next, ascent begins towards the first campsite Gehroli Patal. The trail is through the forests of oak and rhododendrons. After a hard trek, you will come across one of the most beautiful camping sites amidst the canopy of large trees - Gehroli Patal. This campsite is a rewarding place after a hard day of trek.

Day 2: Gehroli Patal – Bedni Bugyal (2 - 3 hrs)

The day starts with steep ascent through the oak and rhododendron forests. After an hour of steepascent, the trail will open up to a hude meadow. You are at Ali Bugyal. All your tiredness will be forgotten at the sight of the vast stretches of the meadow. Endless, undulating meadow will be just in front of you at whatever direction you lay your eyes on. All your tiredness is sure to be forgotten after such a sight. And the Trishul and Nandaghunti peaks will seem just at a stones throw. Clouds drift in from below, glide over the ridge and slide down the either side, all in a slow swift motion.

From the Ali Bugyal, you will then trek to the Bedni Bugyal, 5 km away. This is a mild walk with gradual ascent and descent and through the lush green meadows. You may even be tempted to open your shoes and walk barefoot on the carpet of green grasses of the meadows. Towards the end of Ali Bugyal there's a short switchback climb of 20 minutes before the trail levels out to a gentle trail to Bedni Bugyal. It takes about an hour to get to Bedni Bugyal from this point.

Day 3: Bedni Bugiyal – Baghuabasa (6 - 7 hrs)

The morning starts with the view of the beautiful sunrise on the Trishul. You can view the Himalayan peaks of Trishul, Nandaghunti, Chaukhamba, Kedardome and Nilkantha from your campsite at Bedni Bugyal. The trail starts with gradual ascent and then a flat trail till Ghora Lotani. From here, the trail is a gradual ascent to Pathar Nachauni. Pathar Nachauni can be easily identified by the green trekkers’ hut.

After Pathar Nachauni, the trail becomes difficult and tests your stamina as well as mental strength. You have to take a steep zig-zag ascent towards Kalu Vinayak. This part of the trail is really difficult till you reach the small temple of Lord Ganesha. Once you reach the temple, seek blessings of the God. Spend some time here for the worst part of the trek is over. Bhaguabasa is an easy trail from here. There is a mild ascent to the campsite of Bhaguabasa marked by green huts. Bhaguabasa is your campsite for the day. Rest and enjoy the beauty around for the rest of the day.

Day 4: Baghuabasa – Roopkund – Junairagali Pass – Sheela Samudra (6 – 7 hrs)

Today, start as early as possible. Start your climb towards Roopkund, the Skeletal Lake. Trek to Roopkund is an ascent and you have to negotiate some stone steps to reach there. It will take about 3 hours to reach Roopkund and the last hour of the trek is a steep climb. Once you reach Roopkund, enjoy the serenity of the place. you can see the circular lake and also the skeletons scattered around. Spend some time there and then start your ascent towards Junargali.

Climb to Junargali is not an easy one; it is a steep climb against a wall of hard snow. Hence, proper guidance and equipment are required to negotiate the Junargali Pass. Once you are at the Junargali top at 5150 metres, you will be greeted with majestic views of the mountain ranges. From here, you will get a panoramic view of the Trishul massif, the Nandaghunti and Ronti Saddle. This is the grandest views you can see at the trek.

The descent from the Junargali Pass to Sheela Samudra is also a steep one and snow makes it much trickier. Follow the advice of your guides well here. After 2 hours of trek, you will come across a huge boulder. That is your campsite for the day. The Trishul will be seen much closer now. Enjoy the views of the nature.

Day 5: Sheela Samudra – Dodang (5 hrs)

Start you trek by crossing the boulders of the Sheela Samudra. The route then follows the Nandakini River. there is a gradual climb which can get slippery at times with almost no trail. Soon you will reach a huge boulder near a cave. This is your campsite for the day – Dodang.

Day 6: Dodang – Homkund – Ronti Saddle – Dodang (5-6 hrs)

This is another difficult day of the trek. Start early this day. The trail starts with an easy climb after which you will come across a sharp ridge. Take the trail that is a little downside on the left of the ridge. After trekking for sometime, you will come to the Homkund. Offer your prayers at the Homkund and then start your climb towards the Ronti Saddle.initially, the climb is through the rocky boulders and then you have to zig-zag your way through the snow field. It is a steep and strenuous climb of 2 hours from Homkund to the Ronti Saddle.

But you will get the most breathtaking views from the top of the Ronti saddle. The Ronti peaks 1,2,3, the Nandaghunti and Dronagiri simply looks magnificent and spectacular just in front of you. after spending some time up there, retrace your steps back through the same route to reach Dodang.

Day 7: Dodang – Chandaniya Ghat – Latakhopri (6 hrs)

Today is a long day. The trekking part is easy, but you have to cross the river that turns out to be a bit tricky. After crossing the river, an easy trek will take you to Latakhopri, your campsite for the day. It is a beautiful campsite amidst the deep jungle.

Day 8: Lata Khopri – Sutol (4 hrs)

Today, there is a gradual descent through the picturesque forests to an equally picturesque village, Sutol. It is a small village with a few houses, shops and a temple. Spend your time here exploring the village or you might take rest after the hard days of trekking.

Day 9: Sutol – Sitel – Ghat (5 hrs)

Today is the last day of the trek. 4 hours of trek will bring you to Sitel. From there, you have to take a vehicle to reach Ghat.

Day 10: Ghat – Rishikesh

Drive back to Rishikesh from Ghat.

How to reach the Base Camp, Lohajung:

The nearest Railway Head is Kathgodam, Uttarakhand. Lohajung is 230 km from Kathgodam. Kathgodam is well connected by train from Delhi and Kolkata.

Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, Uttrakhand

Best Time to do the Trek:

May, June and September, October are the best time to do the trek. You will definitely find snow on your way as well as the passes during May and June. Due to snow, crossing the passes will be more technical using ice axes and ropes. During September and October, snow will be lesser and you will get clear views of the mountain ranges.

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Why are You reading this? Somehow reading gives life to our imagination, still why do you need to read this? Because deep inside you know that "I need a break from all these undesirable incidents happening around me" Aren't you? So pack your bags with all your crucial and dive into the colors of Ronti Saddle used by its nature itself.

About Ronti Saddle Trek

It is one of the sierra points of Garhwal Himalayas that lies in between the crest of two gigantic ranges, Nanda Ghunti, and Mt. Trisul in Chamoli District of Uttarakhand. This ridge is also classified as a 164th highest place of a lot. This long jagged chain of Himalayas comprises Nanda Devi(7800m)- highest of its kind followed by Nanda Ghunti (6272m), Mt. Trisul(7120m), and Mt. Bethartoli(6400m) veiled in the blanket of glaciers.

Recherche Beauty

Ronti Saddle and its subsidiary peaks grant you an inexpressible pleasure. The mountain lies at the height of 6029m above sea level inspire to keep going through all thick and thin till not reach your success point. The environs has a capability to fill you up with an ultimate relish to have more scoop of it again and again. The aesthetic landscaping viewpoint of sunrise and sunset gives a new definition of dual face that never demoralize the living soul, rather uphold them to amalgamate into tranquility and explore the unexplored side in terms of physical nature surrounded by as well as internal nature lies within.

How to reach?

As mentioned, it is situated in Uttarakhand, so have to broad on from your nearby station to Dehradun railway station or can landed at Jolly Grant( Dehradun Airport). If anybody can’t get direct means then have to break the distance in two – your native station to New Delhi and rest by Bus up to Dehradun. This place has proper accommodation to catch one- breath.

Time to schedule

Summer/:-(March-June) all the winter attacked places will be converted to beautiful pastoral land may gift you a chance to capture the vivid species of flora and fauna except those snow-capped mountains. Daytime temperature 16-20°c drop to 2°c at night. Autumn/Winter:-(September-November end) the consequences of post-monsoon are visible as grassland transforms into frozen valley. Even the differences in the temperature also felt from 14-10°c at day suddenly falls to minus at night.

Amenities for Trekkers

 In this Easy-Moderate trek, the health of the trekkers are our topmost priority and be valued. Nearest village hospital are informed for any instant emergency.

 Our attendant and all tents are fully facilitated with first-aid kit. Trekkers are suggested carry their own pills for Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Stomach related issue or AMS.

 Vegetarian repast including eggs in the morning vitalize the body during trek.

 Trekking essentials will be provided like Micro spikes for shoes and Gaiters for trekking in the snow, even many more are there in the list. You have carry few things like gears, sticks for own convenience.

 It is advisory to take help from local or package guide as they are knowledge carriers of the place. Travel with familiar peoples are always helpful.

 Carry lightweight trek bags with proper amounts of clothes according to the season but for night, have to be filled with winter-proof. Clothes that are carrying must be waterproof.

Day 1: Dehradun-Lohajung;300kms.

The trip started from Dehradun with a rising sun and a hot cup of refreshment tonic at 05:30 headed towards the Lohajung a place known as launching and closing point all the trekking in Uttarakhand. It takes around 8-9 hrs more or less depending on your acceleration. Finally, before the first minute of twilight, we reached there and had an opportunity to witness the blue converted into Mocktail colors of sunset. Lohajung is a small residential area situated at a height of 2330m in Chamoli district with so many ancient fables. In summer the temperature is up to 16-24°c (day) and 9-1°c (night) whereas in winter it is around 14-22°c (day) and descends up to minus in night. Except Monsoon this place always welcome you with furnished accommodations like lavish room for resting, ATM for transactions and restaurant for appetite. Haridwar and Kathgodam are nearby railway station and Pantnagar airport closely to it around 250km can take your 8-9hrs.

Day 2: Lohajung - Didina village; 8-9 kms.

A new day always bring new hopes, opportunities to explore differently than usual in vacation. Day was planned to ascent the trek to Didina Village. We commenced it with another sun rise at Lohajung at 5am. Total distance is about 8-9 km may take 5-6 hrs. We walked through the forest and landed in front of Neel Ganga. To continue the trek, have to cross the river by balancing over a tapered as well as meagre logs acting like bridge. To avoid that , many trekkers take distant route to Ronti Saddle via Wan Village. Through that spellbinding bridge we reached at Didina Village lies at a 2450m height, comprising of 50- 60 hamlets. In between, there is scope for getting place for camping.

Day 3: Didina village - Ali Bugyal; 10-12kms.

After some rest in Didina Village we move ahead towards the direction of Ali Bugyal. “Words from researchers, that it can strike pose differently with changing season.” The distance is all about 10-12km takes about 6-7 hrs to climb up 3400m. This grassland lies amid of Mt.Trisul, Mt.Nanda Ghunti on it’s right ahead and Mt.Chaukhamba, Neel Kantha, Hati Ghoda on it’s left. The silken plush grasses will definitely comple to cross off a wish from the list to have camping surrounded with these type esoteric landscape consisting of mystic mountains, enigmatic coniferous forest, though this place proves it’s worth aptly.

Day 4: Ali Bugyal - Baghupasa; 12-13kms.

Spending a night in such a calmness, disclose so many caskets of true wanting . Partially visible of Mt. Nanda Ghunti and Mt.Trisul gives a craving to touch. So with spirit we focus to walked at 7am in the direction of Baghupasa by covering distance of 12-13km take 6-7.5hrs. At 2pm we reached and set our camps.

Day 5: Baghupasa-Sheela samudra; 11-12kms.

Having a quality sleep , we waked up early, gathered our belonging and hiked up to Sheela Samudra by crossing Roopkund- mysterious glaciated lake with a buried secret of all those skeletons around and inside it. Taking a Pass named Jaunairgali at 5150m, takes around 8-9 hrs due to its rigid topography. Your trek bags must be well equipped . As we reached the top, the ambiance roared its significance- “the sea of rocks”. In winter, this land is fully covered with snow whereas in summer, melted snow gives birth to velvety grass apt for halting to set camps.

Day 6: Sheela samudra - Homkund; 17-18kms.

After a satisfying night, our eyes were opened at 6 with a mesmerizing sunrise add a distinct level of beauty. We moved ahead to Homkund walked beside the Nanakini river, reached there at an elevation of 4484m above the sea level and grab the chance to spend the night with thrill via Dodang ( it is about 8km from Sheela Samudra is a decent place for resting at night. Trek plans can be altered according to convenience) Trekkers can approach through Suto Village – Lata Khopri- Chandaniya Ghat.

Day 7: Homkund - Ronti Saddle - Homkund.

With the past thrilling delectation, soul get energize to have more action- packed records of Ronti Saddle is about 10km from Homkund and nearly takes 5-6 hrs more or less depends upon the pace. To cover that distance we started at 5 and reached there around 10:45- 11am. At Ronti Saddle you perceived the glimpse of Mt. Nanda Ghunti, Mt. Bethartoli and the peaks of Mt. Trisul I, II, III standing in front of you, will surely fill your heart with an emotion of accomplishment. The sophisticated beauty are worth product of your lens as well as for the reminiscence. After occupying all the exquisite thrilling memories we descend back to Homkund.

Day 8: Homkund - Sheela Samudra.

In the morning, we started to stuff our trekking bags with all the necessities and loads of memories walking down to Sheela Samudra for taking rest.

Day 9: Sheela Samudra-Baghupasa.

Well-rested bodies are ready to trek down to another photogenic camping site at Baghupasa. We started sharp at 9 from sheela samudra and reached there at around 3:30-4pm and slept inside our hamlet in tranquility.

Day 10: Baghupasa - Ghairoli Patel; 8kms.

We perambulate back to Ghairoli Patel through Bedni Bugyal(believed to have religious importance) takes around 6-7 hrs to cover up the distance of 8km. This meadow is ideal for campfire.

Day 11: Ghairoli Patel - Lohajung; 7-8kms.

We finished our journey to Lohajung via Wan Village walked back through the trek route surrounded by Oak and Rhododendron forest nearly takes 5-6hrs to cover up the distance.

Day 12: Lohajung - Dehradun.

With a note of indebtedness, we traveled back to Dehradun to catch our means of transport.

•  Accommodation (Guest house, Home stay).
•  Meals while on trek (Veg. + Egg).
•  All necessary entry fees and permits.
•  First aid medical kits and oxygen cylinder.
•  Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide, cook and support staff.
•  Porters / mules to carry central equipment.
•  Any kind of personal expenses.
•  Food during the transit.
•  Insurance.
•  Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
•  Anything not specifically mentioned under the head Price Includes.
•  Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.

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•  Full payment to be made in advance at the time of booking the trek.
•  Last Date of booking will be closed before 7 days prior.
•  Team RAFTAAR ADVENTURE has right to change the itinerary and schedule without any notice.
•  Payment to be made by Bank Transfer/Cheque/DD in favor of RAFTAAR ADVENTURE.
•  Payment for this trip will not be adjusted against any future trips.
•  Before 30 days: 90% of total Land Package Cost is refundable.
•  Between 21-30 days: 75% of total Land Package Cost is refundable.
•  Between 11-20 days: 50% of total Land Package Cost is refundable.
•  Less than 10 days: No refund.

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• Ronti Saddle Expedition

Ronti Saddle Expedition is beautiful trail starting from Lohajung which moves from  Roopkund  to crossing the Junargali Pass and entering the Sheela Samundra Valley. The trek is widely known to the trekkers but is not at all crowded which makes it an ideal flawless trekking route in Uttarakhand Himalayas. Ronti saddle trek via roopkund is famous trek route for  Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra . This festival is popular in Uttarakhand which takes place once every twelve years during which Goddess Nanda Devi is worshipped. Trekkers can experience the world’s largest bugyals or meadows of Ali and Bedni.

Ronti Saddle Expedition is a beautiful place to visit in Uttarakhand Himalayas and is also one of the most challenging treks. Ronti Saddle is a place located between Mt. Nanda Ghunti and Mt. Trishul. Trekkers find the human skeletons at the Roopkund lake during the month of August to October. You can Experience the true essence of natural beauty with two beautiful lakes at high altitudes such as Roopkund lake and Homekund lake.

From the top of Ronti Saddle, you get a magnificent 360-degree view of the mountains which simply is breathtaking. While trekking in  Uttarakhand Himalayas , you may explore the unique trekking experience with the fantastic view. Trekkers may see the snowy peaks like Mt. Trishul, Mt. Nanda Ghunti, Mt. bhatartoli and Ronti peaks. One may also get an opportunity to see the Himalayan black bear, snow leopards, serow and cheer pheasants on the way to Ronti Saddle Trek. You can enjoy some of the rarest flora and fauna all along the trekking trail.

There are many good reasons to leave home for a few days. You can make Ronti Saddle Trek videos with the beautiful scenery.

• Region :-  Uttarakhand (Chamoli)
• Duration :-  11Night/12Day
• Grade :-  moderate to difficult
• Max Altitude :-  17,400feet
• Best Season :-  Sept- Nov
• Food:  Meals while on trek (Veg + egg.)
• Stay :-  Guest house/Home stay/Camping
• Starting point:-  Kathgodam to Kathgodam

Things To carry on Trek (Basics Gears)

• Backpack & Rain Cover (40-60 Liters)
• Trekking Shoes
• One Water Bottle (one litre)
• Basic Medications (or prescribed if any)
• Trekking Jacket
• Three (Five in winter) Warm Layers
• Two trek pants (one Wear and one carry)
• Two collared t-shirts
• Extra Pair of Clothes
• woolen sweater
• Accessories
• Sunscreens Lotion (SPF 50/70)
• Lip Balm (SPF 30)
• Sun cap/Normal Cap
• Synthetic hand gloves
• Five pair of Socks
• Raincoat/Ponchos
• Plastic cover (for wet clothes)

Short Itinerary of RONTI SADDLE EXPEDITION

• Day 1:  Kathgodam to Lohajung.
• Day 02:  Loharjung to Didna
• Day 3:  Didna to Ali Bugyal.
• Day 4:  Ali to Bhagwabasa
• Day 5:  Bhagwabasa to Roopkund summit to Sheela samundar
• Day 6:  sheela samudra rest/acclimatization
• Day 7:  Sheela Samudra to Dodang base camp.
• Day 8:  Dodang to Ronti Saddle to Dodang Base Camp.
• Day 9:  Dodang to Lata Kopri
• Day 10:  Lata Kopri to Sotol.
• Day 12: lohajung to Kathgodam

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Trek with the Locals

Ronti Saddle Trek

This is a trek for real mountain lovers since this trek goes beyond Roopkund and extends all the way to Ronti Saddle a stunning pass between two mighty mountains. The view you command from this saddle is stupendous and one that you tend not to forget that easy. This is a challenging trek. We recommend you have previous trekking experience under your belt before you attempt this one.

Trek Itinerary:

Total Trek – 8 Days

Trek Cost – 10000/-

Day  1: Wan to Bedni Bugyal

After a sumptuous home-cooked breakfast, we leave around 8 am from Wan with packed lunch. We trek for about 6 hours with breaks to reach the beautiful high-altitude meadow of Bedni. We camp in tents at Bedni Bugyal. You also get to see Uday’s Tea Stall located near our camp site.

Day 2: Bedni Bugyal to Pathar Nachuni

Again we leave at 8am after a hot breakfast at Uday’s tea stall. Today we leave the beautiful meadows to trek up the mountains along a snaking path to Gharoli Patal and then to Pathar Nachuni. Camp in tents at Pathar Nachuni.

Day 3: Pathar Nachuni to Bhagubasa

Today we leave once more at 8am to reach the high-altitude campsite at Bhagubasa. Today’s climb could be a little challenging, especially on the steep climb to Kalu Vinayak. We camp in tents at Bhagubasa.

Day 4: Bhagubasa to Roopkund to Junargali Pass to Silasamundar

We start out to Roopkund first. Then from Roopkund to Junargali pass where you can find majestic views of Mount Trishul as well as other glacial peaks around. We trek on to Silasamundar. We camp there for the night in tents.

Day 5: Silasamundar to Do Dang

We start around 8am from Silasaundar to reach Do Dang campsite via Gheetapan around 3pm. We camp at Do Dang for the day.

Day 6: Do Dang to Homekund to Ronti Saddle to Do Dang

Today we head out to Homekund and from there to Ronti Saddle. We return the same day to Do Dang campsite.

Day 7: Do Dang to Lathkopri

This is a shorter trek day. We start at 8am from Do Dang and reach Lathkopri at 11 am via Chandna Ghat.

Day 8: Lathkopri to Sutol Gaun

The last day of our trek we head to the village of Sutol where the trek ends at around 5 pm.

Additional Details:

Trek arrangements provided by us include three delicious home-cooked meals, tents, sleeping bags and sleeping mats, mules to carry your backpacks, local guide charges, and forest permit fee. Please make sure your backpacks do not exceed 10 kg per person. Any snacks or other items you may purchase at Uday Shetty Tea Stall or any other places is not included in the trek cost and must be borne by the purchaser.

Please  get in touch for booking and availability.

Note 1: We can arrange home stay in Wan and Sutol Gaun at additional costs. Please check the Home Stay page for the home stay charges and amenities provided.

Note 2: Transportation can also be arranged to and from Wan village to your town of departure (to Kathgodam, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Lohajung, or Haldwani). The transportation charges are not included in the trek cost. They are to be paid by the trekker directly to the vehicle driver.

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Ronti Saddle Cross Trek:

This trail connects famous Roopkund and much revered Ronty Saddle to Dhauli Ganga basin in the north east direction. To distinguish, we prefer to call it as Ronti Pass and is a completely new  route for descending from Ronty Saddle. The usual Ronty Saddle ends at Sutol in the Nandakini basin, tracing back to Silasamudra then then to Lata Khopri and Sutol. Here we descent from the saddle to the other side, negotiating steep rock section and boulders and then finally to the temple of Bhabisya Badri, situated on the Joshimath to Malari road.

Brief Itinerary for Ronti Saddle cross trek:

Day 1: Early morning start from Rishikesh and reach Sutol (~ 2300 m/7545 ft) via Rishikesh, Karnaprayag, Nandaprayag and Ghat.  240 Km by car – 10 to 11 hours –  Lodge/Homestay accommodation. Day 2:  Trek starts, trek to Lata Khopri (3080 m/10100 ft)- 12 Km – 6/7 hours. Camp. Day 3:  Trek to Bhujani (3550 m/11640 ft) – 8 Km – 4/5 hours. Camp. Day 4:  Trek to Sila Samudra (3900 m/12800 ft) – 5 Km – 2/3 hours. Camp. Day 5 : Trek to Homkund (4620 m/15150 ft) via Dodang – 11 Km – 6/7 hours. Camp. Day 6: Trek to Ronti Saddle (5200 m/17050 ft)- 2/3 hours and then descent over glacier to camp on moraine. Internediate camp 1. Day 7: Trek down to the esge of the moraine and grassland. Intermediate camp 2. Day 8: Trek down to the cave camp. Internediate camp 3. Day 9: Trek down to the first village on the trail, Subhai. Camp. Subhai village is adjacent to Bhavishya Badri temple. Day 10: Get down to the road head and drive to Rishikesh via Joshimath. 10 hours. Day 11: Buffer day.

Why treks with HT?

 Length: 8 days of trekking; Walking from Sutol to Ronti Saddle via Dodang and Homkund. Descend to Bhabisya Badri on the Dhauli Ganga valley (on Joshimath Malari road). Distance around 90Km. Rishikesh to Rishikesh in 10 days plus a buffer day.

 Access: Trek starting point (trek base) is Sutol, 240 Km from Rishikesh.

 Highest Point: Ronty Saddle ~ 5200m/17050ft ;

 Grade: Difficult

 Prerequisite:   At least 2 Himalayan treks of which one must be high altitude one (~ 4500m) involving walking on snow and negotiating rough rocky terrain.

 Seasons: June & September

Further Option: An alternate descent from Ronti Saddle to Sutol via Silasmudra.

Access to Lohajung (The trek base):  Depending upon the trek members we will arrange a pick up from Kathgodam to Lohajung and from Joshimath to Haridwar back. This will be shared equally by the team members on actual basis.

Otherwise if a trekker wants to reach Lohajung by public vehicle then there are two options:

1)Reach Rishikesh by night (23 Km from Haridwar) and board the bus for Mandoli/Lohajung which starts from Rishikesh at 5 am in the morning and takes around 12/14 hrs to reach Lohajung. This is a privately operated bus and may not operate during the high Chardham yatra season. The route is via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karanprayag, Tharali and Deval. 2)There is a regular Uttarakhand Parivahan state operated bus service from Delhi to Lohajung (named as Delhi Deval service) which starts from ISBT Anand Vihar ( In Delhi ) around 4 pm in the afternoon and reaches next day in the evening to Lohajung. The journey is a tedious and hectic as it takes around 24 hours. The route of this bus is from Delhi via Haldwani, Kathgodam, Alomora, Kaushani, Gwaldam, Tharali and Deval. Present days this bus runs till Tharali. 3) From Joshimath the bus for  Rishikesh/Haridwar start early in the morning by 6 am and reach by 7/8  pm respectively.

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 TREK FEE: ₹ 39,500 (Sutol to Subhai) per person + 5% GST

Note that the above cost is applicable for a group of 6 to 8 people. Any kind of transportation, personal porterage, or the cost of a buffer day are not included.

• We assume that you have read and understood the “ Terms & Conditions ” before any payment.
• To book for a Fixed Departure or Customised Trek you need to pay 25% of the Trek Cost as the initial “Booking Amount”. You can pay by Online Transfer/Draft. This will ensure your participation in the desired trek. You need to pay the remaining amount at a later stage.

  Cancellation:

• “Booking Amount” i.e. 25% of the Trek Cost is Non-Refundable at any stage.
• If you cancel a trek before 15 days, we will refund 75% of the Trek Cost.
• If you cancel a trek before 14 days to 7 days, we will refund 50% of the Trek Cost.
• If you cancel a trek before 6 to 1 days there will be NO REFUND.
• In case of any unforeseen incident including but not limited to natural calamities like flood, earthquake, landslide, forest fire or any political unrest, if we are compelled to cancel the trek/trip, you will be entitled to redeem the full amount for the same/similar kind of trek/trip within next one year.

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The Ronti Saddle Trek is a captivating adventure in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, offering a unique experience for seasoned trekkers. This trek, situated at an altitude of 5200m/17055ft, traverses between the towering peaks of Mt. Trishul and Mt. Nanda Ghunti, providing breathtaking views of these majestic mountains. The route of the trek takes you through a river gorge nestled within dense forests, gradually leading to the glaciated saddle, promising an enthralling journey for those seeking pristine high mountain trails

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Key Highlights

• Location: Uttarakhand, India, in the Garhwal Himalayas.
• Route: Passes through diverse landscapes like Roopkund, Bedni Bugyal, and Ali Bugyal.
• Altitude: Reaches 17,388 feet at Ronti Saddle.
• Duration: Spans over 10 nights and 11 days, covering approximately 110km.
• Package: Costs around Rs. 25,000/person, inclusive of meals, accommodation, and transportation.
• Best Season: Recommended round the year except during monsoon; more snow from December to April.
• Accommodation: Options include home stays, and camping facilities, etc.
• Cultural Significance: Encounters with ancient temples and cultural events like Raj Jat Yatra at Homekund that occur every 12 years (Next yatra in 2026).
• Logistics: Trek starts from Wan village, accessible by road from the nearest railway station in Rishikesh.
• Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, with regular flights from major cities in India.
• Base Camp: Wan village, a small village at an elevation of 7,000 feet; approximately 9-10 hours by road from Dehradun.
• Flora and Fauna: Opportunity to witness diverse plant life like rhododendrons and wildlife such as Himalayan birds and possibly mountain goats.
• Guides: Experienced guides provided by trek operators for navigation, safety, and enriching the trekking experience.
• Bird Watching: Spot a variety of Himalayan bird species along the trail, enhancing the trekking experience with birdwatching opportunities.

Rishikesh to Wan Village- 250km (7000ft.)

Wan Village to Gehroli Patal- 9km (10000ft.)

Gehroli Patal to Pathar Nachuni- 6km (12800 ft.)

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Baghuwabasa to Sheela Samudra- 12km (16568ft.)

Sheela Samudra to Dodang- 8km (14698 ft.)

Dodang to Homekund and Ronti Saddle / return Dodang- 10km (17388ft.)

Dodang to Latakhopri 14km- (10170 ft.)

Latakhopri to Sutol Village- 16km (7212ft.)

Sutol village to Nand Prayag/Nanda Nagar- 45 km

Nandprayag / Nanda Nagar to Rishikesh- 190 km

Cost Include

• Food provided according to the menu throughout the trek.
• Charges for camping in the forest.
• Safety gear.
• Equipment for hiking.
• Services of a trek guide, cook, helpers, and mules for carrying common belongings.
• Transportation specified in the itinerary.
• Accommodation in tents or homestays.
• All meals from lunch on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 7.
• Group transfers in a tempo traveler, Innova, or Xylo.
• All logistics and provisions during the trek, including tents, guides, cooks, and porters.
• All applicable taxes, including service tax.

Cost Exclude

• Meals during road journeys.
• Any type of insurance coverage.
• Personal expenses.
• Expenses not specified in the inclusion list.
• Transportation of personal luggage during the trek.
• Cost of private individual transfers.
• Personal expenses or optional activities, additional meals, and drinks.
• Insurance, laundry, phone calls, and medical expenses.
• Water bottle, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages.
• Any items not included in the inclusions list mentioned above.
• Expenses resulting from factors beyond our control such as road closures, accidents, medical evacuations, weather conditions, train delays, or rescheduling.

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• Maximum Altitude 12,250 feet
• Fitness level Good and Healthy
• Best season April, May, June, July
• Tour type Group
• Meals Included
• Difficulty Hard
• Budget travel
• Child-friendly
• Dog-friendly
• Nature Walk
• Volunteer Travel
• Peak Climbing
• Sightseeing

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