Phulara Ridge Trek
Cities Covered Sankri-1Day(s) Sikolta camp-2Day(s) Gadi camp-3Day(s) Phulara ridge-4Day(s) Taluka-5Day(s) Dehradun-6Day(s)
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Starting From
₹ 11500/-
Price per person
Valid Travel Dates:
31 December - 31 December
- Flight
- Hotel Stay
- Meals
- Transfers
- Sightseeing
- Cruise
Overview
Itinerary
Day 1 : (Sankri) Pick up from Dehradun Railway Station and Drive to Sankri
Osm Vacation organizes transport for trekkers from Dehradun Railway Station in the morning which will leave for Sankri around 6:00 am to 7:00 am. Dehradun is the capital of Uttarakhand and one of the most beautiful places in India. The main attraction of this place is Rajpur road go through it and get a glimpse of Dehradun’s beauty. Reach Mussoorie after an hour which is also known as “Queen of Hills”.
Day 2 : (Sikolta camp) Trek from Sankri to Sikolta camp
Today, the heartwarming morning is eagerly waiting for you to wake up. Feel the peace amid the mountains; no connectivity and no materialistic thing is here to disturb you, the only thing is peace.Relish the hot cup of coffee/tea at 6:00 am and get ready for your breakfast at 7:30 am.You have to strictly leave at 8:30 am after the instructions of your guide.The trek starts from Sankri to Sikolta which is 7 km away. After a little walk from the main market witness Swargarohini peaks (I, II, III) bandarpunch peak, the black peak which will mesmerize you. Ascent through dense pine forest and it is a pleasure to walk under the shade of trees, there you can spot some rare species of Himalayan birds. At the ending, you will reach Jaional Thach which offers views of the Dhuda peak. Stand there and spot Phulara Ridge your destination. Now, the trail bifurcates, one goes through “Juda Ka Talab” and the other through dense forests. Ahead streams and splendid mountain views await you!Keep trekking for another 1 hour, take some rest breaks and reach your campsite. It is a wide and alluring meadow “Sikolta”. There are broken shepherd huts and multiple streams flow nearby.
Day 3 : ( Gadi camp) Trek from Sikolta to Bhoj Gadi camp
After having a salubrious breakfast leave Sikolta and head towards Bhoj Gadi. Climb through a forest for thirty minutes and you will reach a bridge which separates the valley. Ahead is a beautiful blooming small clearing named “Karsu Thach”.From this Thach you can clearly see the receding treeline and the surprising sight of Kedarkantha peak welcomes you.Now, enter a different section of undulating meadows, from this point campsite lies half an hour away.Reach “Bhoj Gadi” a leveled meadow with stunning views of Kedarkantha, Vijay Top, Devkiyaara and Swargarohini.Kedarkantha from this campsite is at a long but walkable distance.It’s your wish to go there. Have your dinner and rest for the night.
Day 4 : (Phulara ridge) Trek from Bhoj Gadi camp to Phulara ridge summit (3700 Meters) Pushtara thach
Phulara Ridge is clearly visible from Bhoj Gadi campsite and you can reach the top in 45 minutes.Today, the climb will be a a pleasant one because of scenic vistas and rich Flora and Fauna, spot rare Himalayan birds on the way.After a steep ascent reach the ridge top and witness majestic panorama views of high Himalayan peaks.The peaks which can be clearly seen from the ridge top are – Swargarohini, Kala Nag, Devkiyara, Bandarpoonch, Rangnala, Hanuman Top, Top of Sarutal, Vijay Top and Kedarkantha.They all together are a feast for the eyes. Spend time there, relish such extraordinary sight and surrounding then leave for Pushtara Thach. The trail is a mixture of ascents and descents.Cross the base of Sarutal and reach the other side of the hill. After a short descent from here reaches Pushtara Thach.There are lavish wide meadows with abundant wildflowers and foliage. Multiple streams flow around this Thach and it’s a great camping spot.Further is a beautiful Lake, formed by the melting glaciers, go ahead and explore the Lake area or rest in your tents.
Day 5 : (Taluka) Trek from Pushtara thach to Taluka (8km) (4/5 Hours) same day Drive to Sankri Hotel
Descent till Taluka is easy but is careful while coming downhills because most of the people get their ankles twisted. Enter a thick forest, the trails are very confusing so follow your guide.The Langoors are easily spotted here hanging from trees to trees. After a short trek, come across a village and you can see there are cows and goats at every house.Reach Taluka after half an hour, it is a village with some shops. Vehicle will be arranged from here to reach Sankri and the arrangements will be made in a hotel there.
Day 6 : (Dehradun) Sankri to Dehradun by taxi (210 km)(8/9 Hours)
Today – It is your last breakfast on this trek with the Osm Vacation team. The certificates will be given and after some beautiful photos we will bid you all a goodbye from Sankri.
Other Info
- Forest Permit and entrance fee
- Accommodation in Hotel Sankri
- Accommodation in tents on twin share basis
- All meals: breakfast, packed lunch, tea, coffee, snacks, soup and dinner
- (All camping gears)
- High quality tents
- Sleeping bags
- Radio Walkie Talkie for Communication
- Good Experience Trek Leader guide and Technical guide
- Medical Kit
- Oxygen Cylinders
- Crampons and Gaiter
