Activity Location: Uttrakhand

Pick-up/ Drop locations: Panchachuli

Trek Duration: 10 Days

Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate

Altitude: 13,975ft

Trekking distance: 61 Km

About Panchachuli Trek

Panchachuli trek is filled with enthralling water streams, grassy meadows surrounded by flowers, villages with their rustic charm, a wide range of wildlife, and vibrant flora. Panchachuli is located in the Darma Valley, Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand. It is a series of five impressive snow-capped cliffs with an altitude of 6,904m. The five peaks are Panchachuli 1at an elevation of 6,355, Panchachuli 2 has the highest elevation at 6,904mts, 3rd at 6,312mts, 4th at 6,334mts and 5th at 6,437mts. Trekking through the path filled with beautiful picturesque, taking in the lifestyle of the locals. There are numerous camping sites during the trek, Panchachuli Base Camp, you can camp whether you want alongside the villages or between the meadows while grazing at night. Panchachuli grow interested among adventurists. The trek starts from the wonderful Dar village and goes through the Data valley, the alpine grassland, wildlife, dense deodar, breathtaking glaciers, and the River Dhauliganga escorting you throughout the trekking. It also holds special importance for spiritual people.

About the  Trekking Activity

Trekking is an aspect of walking undertaken with the distinct purpose of exploring and admiring the scenery.it usually carries place on tracks in regions of relatively unspoiled nature. Trekking is comparable to meditation when you climb up to a mountain peak.it somehow calms you down. You are with yourself for that sudden moment and there is no other belief that can match that serenity and nearness to oneself.
Trekking is a positive walking experience that is a blend of hiking and walking activity in which one can take a multi-day excursion admiring the panorama of rural areas, rugged ridges & regions, valleys, and palaces.

Best Time to Visit Panchachuli

• Summer: Mid-March till mid-June is the best time to trek to Panchachuli Base Camp Trek. The sun warms up the cool region and trekkers find it easy to adjust to the climate.
• Monsoon: During monsoon season, the route gets very slippery and trekkers find it very problematic to make it through the route.
• Spring: During mid-September to late October, the pleasant spring boon trekkers make way to Panchachuli Base Camp Trek.
• Winter: November till late February, the temperature falls relatively low and thus trekkers cannot trek in Panchachuli Base Camp.

How to Reach Panchachuli

Panchachuli By Air

• The closest airport to Dharchula is Pantnagar Airport located at a distance of approximately 335 km or you will get a taxi from the airport to Dharchula.

Panchachuli By Train

• The nearest railway station from Dharchula is Tanakpur Railway Station at a distance of approximately 239 km or Kathgodam at a distance of approximately 270 km. You can easily get buses or taxis from Tanakpur to Dharchula.

Panchachuli By Road

• Can we connect with the major cities of Pithoragarh and the Kumaon region through Dharchula, which is the nearest town? Buses or taxis are easily available for the Pithoragarh district from Delhi and the major cities of Uttarakhand. Pithoragarh is 92 km from Dharachula, you can easily book a taxi or bus to Pithoragarh, Tanakpur, Almora, or other cities in Pithoragarh and then hire a taxi to reach Dharchula. The trek start for Dar which lies approximately 37 km from Dharchula.

Things to Carry in Panchachuli

• ID Proof: Valid ID card issued by Government.
• Clothing: Warm clothing (Down Jacket/Fleece Jacket, Woollen Cap/Scarf, Hat, Lowers, Woollen & Cotton Socks, Thermal wears), Cotton Towels, Trekking/Hiking shoes & other comfortable regular wears.
• Toiletries: Lip balm, Wet wipes, Skin Moisturizer, Sunscreen.
• Medical Related: Personal medicines (if any), Mosquito repellent, prescribed medicines for high altitude sickness, Dehydration salt
• Other Optional: Sunglasses, Rubber Slipper, Power Bank, Candy, Dust Mask, etc.

Do`s & Dont`s in Panchachuli

                Do’s                                                                                                            

• Do keep heavy jackets if you are visiting in March.                                                         
•  Do carry energy drinks and nuts as they will give you energy.
• Do wear clothes in layers.         

   Don’ts     

• Do not argue with the tour leader.
• Do not litter anywhere on your path
• Do not walk alone always with a group.