Bali Pass Trek Highlights
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Take in the stunning views of the Southern Face as you follow its majestic outline from the peaceful shores of Ruinsara Lake to the high summits of Swargarohini I, II, and III.
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Explore the captivating Debshu Bugyal, where vivid alpine meadows accentuate the terrain, enriching your Bali Pass experience.
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Watch for rare bird species, like the beautiful golden eagle and the hard-to-find black eagle, flying high above the rough landscape.
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Marvel at the breathtaking Bandarpoonch and famous Black Peak/Kalanag as you make your way across the Himalayas.
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Enjoy the pure peace and verdant meadows at Devsu Thach, as well as the confluence of the Tons and Ruinsara rivers.
Bali Pass Trek Overview
About Bali Pass Trek:
The show up of the Bali Pass trek is its changing landscapes from pine and fir forests to riverside camps to the surreal villages of Har Ki Dun valley to connection to Yamunotri valley to beautiful waterfalls to the alpine lake of Ruinsara to meadows overlooking Swargarohini peak and Bandarpunch ranges to snow-capped mountain tops and base camp & a thrilling high altitude summit like crossing. You can spot some of the wildlife of the Uttarakhand Himalayas during Bali Pass trekking — monals, the Himalayan ibex, and the endangered brown bear. Also, see mighty Kalanag (Black Peak) up close. Spend a full day beside the glacial Ruinsara Lake and walk across the two delightfully pretty meadows of Devsu Thatch and Thanga.
Quick Facts About Bali Pass Trek:
• Bali Pass Trek Duration: 8N/9D
• Bali Pass Trek Altitude: 16076 ft.
• Bali Pass Trek difficulty: Moderate
• Trek distance: 60 Kms
• Temperature: 20°C to -2°C
• Bali Pass Trek Best Time: May, June, mid-August to October
• ATM: You will find ATM in Mussorie
• Start Point/End Point: Dehradun
How to Reach Dehradun:
- By Air: You can fly to Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport to get to Bali Pass in Uttarakhand. This is the closest airport to the hiking area. This flight is available from major cities such as Delhi and Mumbai. The flight from Delhi to the destination is about 235 kilometers long and takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Once you are in Dehradun, you can continue your journey by road to the Sankri base camp.
- By Train: You can take a train to the Dehradun Railway Station in Uttarakhand to get to Bali Pass. From Delhi, you can take a 5- to 6-hour rail ride (covering around 250 kilometers) on the Shatabdi Express or the Mussoorie Express. From Mumbai, you can take the Dehradun Express. On reaching Dehradun you can continue the onward journey to Sankri base camp and reach Bali Pass via road.
- By Road: To reach Bali Pass you can board the Uttarakhand Roadway buses, Volvos or taxis from big cities like Delhi, Dehradun, and Haridwar. It takes about 6 to 7 hours to get to Dehradun from Delhi on NH58 or NH7. On reaching Dehradun you can continue the onward journey to Sankri village, the trek's starting point in 8-9 hours via road.
Bali Pass Trekking Inclusions:
1. Accommodation – You will be staying in tents/guesthouses on sharing basis for the trek.
2. Meals – Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner. We provide simple, nutritious vegetarian food on all days of the trek
3. Camping charges – All trekking permits and forest camping charges are included in the Bali Pass trek package.
4. Trekking equipment – High-quality tents and sleeping bags in all the camps. Sleeping bags can withstand temperatures as low as -10 ºC.
5. Safety equipment – First aid kit, oxygen cylinders, oximeter, etc. will be with guide/trek leader and at the campsite as well to deal with emergencies.
6. Expert trek leaders – All our trek leaders are at least qualified in basic/advanced mountaineering and first aid course.
7. Expert trek support team – The mountain staff on this trek consists of certified guides, cooks, helpers, and porters.
8. Transfers - Transportation from Dehradun to Sankri on Day 1 to Yamunotri to Dehradun on day 9 is included.
Available Group Departures:
May- 15,22,29
June- 5,12,19,26
August- 15,21,28
September- 5,12,19,26
October- 2,9,16,23,30
[Note: If you are a group of 4 or more people then the dates can be customized]
Bali Pass Trek Itinerary
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More Details about Bali Pass Trek
Know Before You Go for Bali Pass Trek
- The exact location will be shared with you post-booking.
- Neat and clean vehicle for the journey with experienced driver especially for hilly terrains available.
- All the activities depend upon the weather.
- Keep your luggage minimum; the more you carry, the more you hassle.
- Camping is very basic in nature. One must not expect luxuries. Electricity will not be available at any campsite.
- Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains; take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes.
- The management reserves all the right to modify the trek during any emergencies or natural calamities.
- Carry dry snacks/food from home. Carry water bottles with you, so that you can refill.
- Professional Trek Leaders are available to ensure high safety and more information and personal attention which are necessary to appreciate a trek.
- The Bali Pass trek takes place through an eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites. Travellers littering may be fined.
Things To Carry for Bali Pass Trek
- Back pack (50-60l)
- Head torch
- Rain cover
- Water bottle
- Toilet paper & wipes
- Walking stick
- Fleece jackets and thermals
- Hiking shoes
- Mosquito & insect repellent
- Warm clothes