Question 1

What is the best time to go on Rupin Pass trek?

Accepted Answer

The months of May,June and September are the best time for Rupin Pass trek, a slight change in atmospheric pressure or a shift in the winds can bring rainfall or snowfall during the Rupin Pass trek.

Question 2

What is the level of fitness expected from the participants on Rupin Pass trek?

Accepted Answer

The fitter you are the more you'll take away from the experience. Take as much time as you can for cardio exercise and strength training, including core strength. This will make it far easier for you to trek and explore the terrain with your guide. Moreover, exercises aid in acclimatization for the trip. Experience of walking for long distances with heavy weights (at least 15 Kg) will be a useful preparation.

Question 3

What are the clothing and equipments which I should carry at my end for Rupin Pass trek?

Accepted Answer

Make sure to carry warm and comfortable clothing as temperature can drop, pack good quality trekking shoes, slippers and extra pair of socks. It’s advisable to carry sunscreen lotion or any other skin moisturizers as the sun at the top can be harsh. Water bottles and energy bars/snacks are advisable. A Flashlight (with spare batteries) will help once the sun goes down and it’s always smart to carry insect repellent and emergency medical kit.

Question 4

Which type of shoes should I carry for Rupin Pass trek?

Accepted Answer

While going for trekking towards the Rupin Pass, it is advisable to wear the shoe that fits you properly. Other than spikes and proper grip, there are various other aspects which need to be taken care of to enjoy the best trekking experience. The size of shoe needs to be exact, the shoes need to be waterproof and must have an ankle grip. Various famous brands like Quechua and Woodland offer similar trekking shoes at better prices.

Question 5

How much weight will I have to carry?

Accepted Answer

A 60 Ltr backpack is advisable to carry but amount of weight to be carried depends on your requirements and capacity.

Question 6

What kind of food will be provided during Rupin Pass trek? What about safe drinking water?

Accepted Answer

You will be served Indian vegetarian food and during this trek. Himalayan water is considered a clean and mineral water but to be on the safe side you will get boiled water with chlorine tablets.

Question 7

Can we have alcohol if it's really cold during the Rupin Pass trek?

Accepted Answer

One of the best things to keep your body warm while out on a trek is to have a rum or brandy. NO, IT IS A MYTH. No alcohol gives you body warmth. In fact contrary to this alcohol makes your body turn cold, internally. Alcohol consumption during trek can lead to AMS that is Acute Mountain sickness and Hypothermia. Both these can prove to be fatal when on a trek as lengthy as Rupin pass. So strictly avoid Alcohol.

Question 8

How to reach Dhauala?

Accepted Answer

Dhauala is located in Uttrakhand. It is base camp for Rupin pass trek. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant airport, Dehradun, Uttrakhand. The nearest rail head is Dehradun Uttarakhand. There are two buses that leave early morning 5:30 AM from railway station, you have to get down at Naitwar and can look for shared taxi from there to Dhauala. You can also hire a cab from Naitwar, it costs around 800 to 1000 rupees to book a cab. It’s a 40 mins drive from Naitwar.

Question 9

Will there be snow on Rupin Pass trek?

Accepted Answer

Rupin pass is famous for its crystal clear snow. Right from you Dhauala you will find snow as you trek up to Rupin pass. The highest altitude that you will get on your trek on Rupin pass is 15.250 ft. from the sea level. If you love snow you will find the purest and crystal clear snow on the top of Rupin pass. Carry your snow boots together for this adventure and memorable trek.

Question 10

How is the weather at Rupin Pass?

Accepted Answer

The temperature during the day at Rupin Pass is around range from 13-18ºC and night time temperature becomes 0-7ºC. The trek is from moderate to difficult the weather keeps changing. There will be a good amount of snow during the month of May from Saruwas Thatch. The snow decreases in June and remains moderate during this month. September has little snow. During the first week of October, there will be first winter snow in the upper reaches which usually melts in a few days.

Question 11

Can we do the Rupin pass trek in November?

Accepted Answer

Rupin Pass trek in November can only be done by extreme and experienced trekkers who can cover the said distance during chilly winter months. Yes, you can go for a session of trekking in November, however, to do so you are required to be physically fit and you must be able to bear some sudden chills.

Question 12

I am a first timer. Can I go for the Rupin Pass Trek ?

Accepted Answer

Since the trek to Rupin Pass requires you to trek for 52 KM and conquer a height of 15,250 ft, a first timer cannot complete this trek. A previous experience of trekking is required to finish the Rupin Pass Trek as the path to the top is difficult to cover with high chances of skidding.

Question 13

What will be the Rupin pass trek route?

Accepted Answer

The trek route to Rupin Pass begins from Dehradun and ends in Shimla. From Dehradun you will be covering a 195 km long drive to Mori and then to Dhaula.From Dhaula, a 3 to 4 hour long trek will be done to Sewa.On the third day of this trek, you will be covering the distance between Sewa and Jakha within 6 to 7 hours.The next stop will be Suruwad Thach which will be reached by trekking for 6 hours.After this, you will reach the Waterfall Camp by covering a 7 hour long trek. From Waterfall Camp, a nine hour trek will be followed, which will take you to the Rupin Pass and then Ronti Gad. Next stop of the itinerary will be Sangla which will be reached after a trekking session of 6 hours. From Sangla, you will be driven to Shimla, which will be the final stop of this trek.

Question 14

How should I prepare myself for Rupin Pass trek?

Accepted Answer

This trek has a difficulty level of medium to hard. The terrain is variable - with slippery roads, muddy grounds, and snowy trails. For somebody who has a desk job, or does not indulge in routine physical activities, this can be a difficult trail.Also, start with brisk 10 minutes walk every day and then some physical exercise like stretching. You can also do some yoga every day to regulate your breathing properly. Do three sets of squats, with 8 squats in each set. Apart from this, you can include planks and crunches in your routine. Those who have a medical condition should consult with their physician to ensure they are medically fit to go trekking at such a high altitude.

Question 15

Is Rupin Pass trek safe to do?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is safe to do Rupin Pass Trek. If all the rules are followed then the trek can become the safest trek you might have encountered. With proper trekking gear like shoes and poles, you can cross the rocky pathways easily, thus eliminating any danger. Any trek is dangerous if we consider the safety aspect, however it totally depends on the guide and how one behaves. If you follow proper guidelines, have perfect physical and mental strength and are following proper directions, the Rupin Pass Trek will not be unsafe for you.

Question 16

What should I keep in mind before going for trek to Rupin Pass?

Accepted Answer

Before embarking on the trip, it is best to indulge in some physical workout to prepare for the trek. Additionally, one should carry essential items like raincoats, walking stick, food and water, first aid kit, trekking shoes, torch, sunglasses etc. Since it can get quite cold in the mountains, woolen clothes are a must. At such a high altitude, some people may feel dizziness and headache because of altitude sickness, so carry medication for that. It should also be kept in mind that the weather can be quite unpredictable when in the mountains. If you are traveling solo, it would be wise to take a guide with you who will help you in case of an emergency.

Question 17

How difficult is Rupin Pass Trek?

Accepted Answer

Trek to Rupin Pass has been termed as “Moderately-difficult” trek as it’s got one of the highest altitude i.e. 15000 feet. As the altitude becomes high the oxygen become less and that what makes this trek difficult to complete. The Rupin Pass trek trekking is full of surprises in scenery in every hour. The trek will take you through difficult terrains and windy tracks along with steep ascents and steep descents having loose rocks on it.  Initial two days are easy to cover but as the days will pass-by the difficulty of this trek will rise up. One thing you need to make sure is to be physically fit to cover Rupin Pass Trek trekking distance.

Question 18

Where is Rupin Valley located?

Accepted Answer

It’s a gigantic pass located across the lap of Himalayan mountain range in the state of Uttarakhand, India. The trek falls on the route that begins from Dhaula in Uttarakhand and ends in Sangla in Himachal Pradesh.

Question 19

What is the height of Rupin Pass Trek?

Accepted Answer

The elevation of the Rupin Pass Trek is 15,250 ft above sea level. Having this great height, the pass manages to offer some of the most mesmerizing views of the surrounding hills and the low lying valley.

Question 20

Which are the other best Uttarakhand treks that we can book from Thrillophilia?

Accepted Answer

Here is the list of best Uttarakhand treks that you can book from Thrillophilia:Kedarkantha TrekValley Of Flowers TrekTungnath TrekRudranath TrekPindari Glacier TrekKalindi Khal TrekPanch Kedar Trek