Moderate 6N / 7D 12,000 ft

Har Ki Dun Trek

A wide Himalayan valley of ancient villages, alpine meadows, and Swargarohini's peaks — the mythic route the Pandavas are said to have walked to heaven.

Duration

6N / 7D

Max Altitude

12,000 ft

Grade

Easy–Moderate

Best Season

May–Jun, Sep–Nov

Starting Point

Dehradun

Group Size

Up to 15

The Trek

Overview

Har Ki Dun means "Valley of Lord Shiva," and it's one of the Himalaya's most storied trails — local legend holds that this was the route the Pandavas walked on their final journey to heaven via Swargarohini peak. Osla, one of the villages along the way, holds one of India's few temples dedicated to Duryodhana.

The route runs from Sankri through Taluka and the wooden-house village of Osla, climbing steadily through forest and meadow to the wide alpine valley of Har Ki Dun itself, ringed by the Swargarohini and Black Peak ranges — with the Jaundhar Glacier a short detour further up.

Wide alpine valley views of Swargarohini, Hata Peak, and Black Peak

Osla village — a hanging bridge, the ancient Someshwar temple, and a rare Duryodhana shrine

High-altitude Marinda Tal at 13,025 ft, framed by Hata and Swargarohini

Part of Govind Pashu Vihar National Park — orchids, monal, and dense forest

Day By Day

Itinerary

A long, scenic drive through the Yamuna and Tons valleys via Mussoorie, Damta, Mori, and Purola into the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary. Sankri is a small village of wooden huts and apple orchards — arrive in time to catch the Swargarohini range glowing at sunset before camping for the night. 210 km drive · 9–10 hrs · Altitude 6,400 ft

A short drive to Dharkoat via Taluka, home to the Himalayan Monal and the odd leopard or barking deer sighting. From there, the trail crosses rocky stretches and wooden bridges alongside the Supin river to Seema, a riverside camping meadow. 16 km drive + 4 km trek · Altitude 8,530 ft

Cross the Supin on Osla's hanging bridge into a village said to be home to a clan loyal to Duryodhana, centred on a Someshwar temple believed to be 2,000 years old. From Osla the trail climbs to Kalkatidhar meadow, with views across to Kedarkantha, before reaching camp at Boslo. 10 km trek · 6–7 hrs

The longest day of the trek — through glacier-carved meadows and moraine to the Har Ki Dun valley itself, with Swargarohini, Hata Peak, and Black Peak rising on every side. From there, a further climb reaches the high-altitude Marinda Tal before the return to camp at Boslo. 12 km round trip · Altitude 12,000 ft (Har Ki Dun) / 13,025 ft (Marinda Tal)

Retrace the trail back to Seema for a final night camped by the river. 10 km trek · 6–7 hrs

A last forest trek back to Dharkoat, then a drive back to Sankri for a proper night's rest before heading out. 4 km trek + 16 km drive

Early departure after breakfast for the drive back to Dehradun, arriving by evening in time for onward travel. 210 km drive · 8–9 hrs

Be Prepared

Things to Carry

Trekking shoes (ankle support, broken-in)
4–5 layers incl. thermal + down jacket
Waterproof gloves & woolen cap
UV-protection sunglasses
Headlamp/torch with spare batteries
1–2L water bottle + electrolytes
Daypack (40–50L) with rain cover
Trekking pole (recommended)
Sunscreen & lip balm (SPF 40+)
Personal medication + basic first aid
Power bank
Government-ID for permits

The Fine Print

What's Included

Included

All entry permits, forest fees & camping charges
All meals during the trek (vegetarian, hygienically prepared)
Accommodation per itinerary (tents/camps/guesthouses)
Experienced trek leader & local support staff
First-aid & basic emergency equipment
Shared camping infrastructure
All applicable taxes

Not Included

Transport to/from Dehradun (unless specified)
Personal trekking gear — see checklist above
Personal expenses & tips
Travel insurance
Costs from itinerary changes due to weather/roadblocks

In Pictures

Gallery

Supin river through the Har Ki Dun valley

Starting from₹14,500 / person

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Questions

Har Ki Dun FAQs

Yes — it's rated easy to moderate and is one of the most accessible multi-day Himalayan treks, suitable for children above 8–10 years with reasonable fitness. The trail is well-defined with a gradual altitude gain.

April to June for spring wildflowers and clearing snow, or September to November for golden autumn colour and the clearest mountain views. Avoid the June–August monsoon window.

Summer daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C, dropping to around 5°C at night. In shoulder-season autumn, nights can drop below freezing at the higher campsites — layering is still important.

Booking amount is non-refundable once a trek is confirmed. Cancel 30+ days before departure: 50% refund. 15–30 days before: 25% refund. Within 15 days: no refund. If Wildfern cancels a trek, you get a full refund or a free transfer to a future batch.

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