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- PHULARA RIDGE TREK
- Uttarakhand
- 6 Days
- 8 to 55 years
- Difficulty : Moderate
- Tour guide
Description
Phulara Ridge Trek lies in the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary. As you would know there are many pristine treks in this sanctuary of Uttarkashi district, Phulara is one of them! it is the rare ridge trek in Uttarakhand but unlike others, it has not seen many footsteps that differentiates it from other places.
Actually Phulara Ridge is a type of large spread forest (bugyals). Throughout the year this region is covered with greenery and beautiful flowers like Brahmakamal and Fankamal (many others species ).
The high mountain chain and the wonderful evergreen valleys lie here and that is the main reason behind the growth of a maximum number of natural vegetation in this high altitude region.
In winter Phulara Ridge is mostly covered with snow and little fog and that makes it much more interesting for visiting the next view after every step that takes you along with it to the forward.
Short Itinerary
Day 1 - Reach Sankri (6,397 ft)
Day 2 - Trek from Sankri to Sikolta
Day 3 - Trek from Sikolta to Bhoj Gadi
Day 4 - Trek from Bhoj Gadi to Pushtara via Phulara ridge
Day 5 - Trek from Pushtara to Taluka. Drive to Sankri
Day 6 - Drive from Sankri to Dehradun
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Reach Sankri (6,397 ft)
Drive distance: 190 km | Drive Duration: 9-10 hours | Pick up point for Dream Go India trekkers: Grand Legacy Hotel Lalpul, Dehradun or Library Chowk, Mussorie
Transport will be organised from 6.30 am. This costs Rs 6,500 per vehicle (for a 5-6 seater SUV) & Rs 10,000 per vehicle (for 11-12 seater Tempo Traveller) which is to be shared by trekkers and paid directly to the driver.
Day 2
Trek from Sankri to Sikolta
Trek Distance: 4.85 km | Trek Duration: 4-5 hours | Altitude gain: 6,520 ft to 8,925 ft
A gradual ascent through a well-marked trail and the lovely pine forests. The sunlight cutting across the canopy is beautiful while you hear the birds chirping in these woods.
Day 3
Trek from Sikolta to Bhoj Gadi
Trek Distance: 4.45 km | Trek Duration: 4-5 hours | Altitude gain: 8,925 ft to 11,170 ft
Another day of gradual ascent as you cross the tree line of pine, Deodhar, dwarf rhododendrons and enter the meadows of Bhoj Gadi. Watch out for the sunset where you get to witness the alpenglow of the mountain ranges.
Day 4
Trek from Bhoj Gadi to Pushtara via Phulara ridge
Trek Distance: 8.4 km | Trek Duration: 6-7 hours | Altitude gain and loss: 11,170 ft to 9,860 ft via 12,345 ft
The most exciting day with the walk on the ridge for about 2-3 hours. As you walk on the ridge, you get the sense that the mountains with 250 degrees are trekking along with you. From the ridge, you descend down towards the meadows of Pushtara.
Day 5
Trek from Pushtara to Taluka. Drive to Sankri
Trek Distance: 8.1 km | Trek Duration: 6-7 hours | Drive Duration: 1.5-2 hours | Altitude loss: 9,860 ft to 6,520 ft
Descent through the denser mixed forest section compared to your first day. The trail is much more secluded and can get a bit tricky. So watch out for the trails going across. Keep your eyes open and do not get lost on the trail.
Day 6
Drive from Sankri to Dehradun
Drive Distance: 190 km | Drive Duration: 9-10 hours
Drop off point: Hotel Grand Legacy, Dehradun
This transport cost again has to be borne by trekkers and paid directly to the driver. This costs Rs.6,500 per vehicle (for a 5-6 seater SUV) & Rs 10,000 per vehicle (for 11-12 seater Tempo Traveller) which is to be shared by trekkers and paid directly to the driver.
Please note: The distance between campsites may vary by 100 meters depending the weather conditions and the route you take. The altitude may also vary by 100 feet for similar reasons.
IMPORTANT POINTS
- It is mandatory for trekkers to carry a copy of their photo id along with the mandatory documents of the Medical Certificate and Disclaimer form. This is required for trek permissions.
- There are no facilities at Sankri. Do not leave this or any other gears till the end.
- The stay at Sankri will be on our campus where we have a lodge.
- On the trek, you will be staying 2 in a tent
- We have a Cloak Room facility at the base camp for excess luggage. Do not leave behind any valuables in the cloakroom.
Please note: Twin sharing tents may not be available in May, June, July and August. This is because raw materials for making tents are sourced from different countries. But their export has been affected due to international unrest. This has led to a global shortage of tents. Having said that, you'll still have comfortable space as these tents have been designed to accommodate three trekkers.