Classic Garhwal pass route

Kuari Pass Trek

A classic Garhwal trek through oak and rhododendron country to open high meadows and wide views of Nanda Devi and surrounding peaks.

Kuari Pass Trek — Garhwal · Auli · Joshimath
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RegionGarhwal · Auli · Joshimath
DurationApprox. 13 days
DifficultyModerate to challenging
Best seasonSeasonal trekking window
AltitudeHigh-pass terrain

About the trek

What to expect on this route

Kuari Pass is one of Garhwal’s enduring trekking routes, moving from village paths and forest into broad high-country views.

The longer Curzon Trail approach gives the journey real depth, while the final format can be adjusted to the group’s time and road access.

Nanda Devi panoramaOak and rhododendron forestGarhwal village trailsHigh meadow campsAuli/Joshimath finish options

Day-wise itinerary

The route, day by day

Day 1

Arrive Delhi

Arrival, hotel and optional city sightseeing.

Day 2

Delhi to Rishikesh

Drive to Rishikesh and evening Ganga Aarti when practical.

Day 3

Rishikesh to Ghat

Drive through the Garhwal river confluences to Ghat.

Day 4

Ghat – Selu Bagar – Ghunni

Short drive to the trailhead followed by a climb to Ghunni.

Day 5

Ghunni – Vinayak Pass – Jhinjhi

Cross forested ridges and descend to Jhinjhi village.

Day 6

Jhinjhi to Pana

Trek to Pana, the last major village before the high pass section.

Day 7

Pana to Dhakwani

Climb through rhododendron forest and meadow country to Dhakwani.

Day 8

Dhakwani – Kuari Pass – Tali

Cross Kuari Pass early for wide Himalayan views, then descend to Tali.

Day 9

Tali – Auli – Joshimath

Traverse towards Gorson/Auli and continue by road to Joshimath.

Day 10

Joshimath to Rishikesh

Drive back through Garhwal to Rishikesh.

Day 11

Rishikesh local day

Flexible rest / sightseeing day.

Day 12

Rishikesh to Delhi

Drive to Delhi.

Day 13

Departure

Onward airport/rail transfer.

The day-wise plan shows the route Alpine Trek works with. Roadheads, overnight stops, permits and timings are confirmed again for the selected departure.

Safety & route reality

Conditions decide the final plan.

Snow, monsoon conditions and route access determine the best itinerary. Winter and shoulder-season departures require a separate equipment plan.

Before you book

Common questions

What is the best season for Kuari Pass Trek?

Seasonal trekking window. Exact dates are confirmed against current weather, road or trail access and local instructions.

How difficult is Kuari Pass Trek?

Alpine Trek currently classifies this route as moderate to challenging. Fitness, previous trekking experience and altitude readiness are reviewed before confirmation.

Is the itinerary fixed?

The day-wise plan reflects Alpine Trek’s established route, but roadheads, permits, weather, accommodation and local administration can require changes.

How do I book?

Send your preferred month, group size, ages and prior trekking experience. Alpine Trek will reply with current availability, inclusions and cost.

Trek enquiry

Tell us the group. We will confirm the workable plan.

Please include ages, preferred month, starting city and previous trekking experience.

Both options save the enquiry securely on the Alpine Trek website. The first also sends an email notification to the team.