At a glance
Kalanag Base Camp Trek – Standard 11D/10N is a 11-day / 10-night plan reaching up to 4375m. It starts and ends at Sankri, following the route: Dehradun → Sankri → Seema → Rain Basera → Ruinsara Lake → Kiarkoti( Kalanag BC) → Kiarkoti → Kalanag C1 → Devsu Thathch → Sankri → Dehradun → Sankri.
Key facts
- Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
- Start: Sankri
- End: Sankri
- Nights split: Camp: 8 night(s), Hotel: 2 night(s)
- Includes: Acclimatization: 1 day(s), Contingency: 1 day(s), Others: 1 day(s)
Terrain
ForestGlacial MoraineMeadowsRocky
▲ Day 1 Arrive in SankriArrival Day
Arrive In Sankri
Overnight In: Sankri (1920m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Evening Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
drive from Dehradun to Sankri
- Day 1
- 320 - Dehradun
- Day 1
- 2000 - Mussurie
- Day 1
- 1500 - Purola
- Day 1
- 1920 - Sankri
200Km, 8hrs.▲ Day 2 From Sankri to SeemaTrekking Day
From Sankri (1920m ) To Seema (2620m ), Via - Taluka (1800m ), Gangaad (1350m ) - 7 Hrs. 12 Kms
Overnight In: Seema (2620m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Drive to Taluka. Trek to Seema
- Day 2
- 1920 - Sankri
- Day 2
- 1800 - Taluka
- Day 2
- 1350 - Gangaad
- Day 2
- 2620 - Seema
12Km, 7hrs.▲ Day 3 From Seema to Rain BaseraTrekking Day
From Seema (2650m ) To Rain Basera (3000m ), Via - Devsu Bugyal (2930m ) - 3-4 Hrs. 5 Kms
Overnight In: Rain Basera (3000m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
trek to devsu bugyal and camp near rainbasera
- Day 3
- 2650 - Seema
- Day 3
- 2930 - Devsu Bugyal
- Day 3
- 3000 - Rain Basera
5Km, 3 -4hrs.▲ Day 4 From Rain Basera to Ruinsara LakeTrekking Day
From Rain Basera (2950m ) To Ruinsara Lake (3350m ) - 4-5hour Hrs.
Overnight In: Ruinsara Lake (3350m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
trek to ruinsara lake
- Day 4
- 2950 - Rain Basera
- Day 4
- 3350 - Ruinsara Lake
4 - 5 hourhrs.▲ Day 5 From Ruinsara to Kiarkoti( Kalanag BC)Trekking Day
From Ruinsara (3350m ) To Kiarkoti( Kalanag BC) (3989m ) - 5 Hrs.
Overnight In: Kiarkoti( Kalanag BC) (3989m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
trek top base camp
- Day 5
- 3350 - Ruinsara
- Day 5
- 3990 - Kiarkoti( Kalanag BC)
5hrs.▲ Day 6 Explore Bandarpoonch Glacier. Return to KiarkotiExploration Day - Trek
Excursion or Acclimatization walk to Bandarpoonch Glacier & Nearby.. Return To Kiarkoti - 5 Hrs.
Overnight In: Kiarkoti (3989m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Rest day
- Day 6
- 3990 - Kiarkoti
- Day 6
- 3990 - Kiarkoti
- Day 6
- 4300 - Bandarpoonch Glacier
- Day 6
- 3990 - Kiarkoti
5hrs.▲ Day 7 From Kiarkoti to Kalanag C1Acclimatization Day
Rest Well & Explore Kalanag Glacier / C1 & Nearby to acclimatize properly. - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Kalanag C1 (4375m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
exploreKkalanag glacier and Camp 1
- Day 7
- 3990 - Kiarkoti
- Day 7
- 4375 - Kalanag C1
- Day 7
- 4300 - Kalanag Glacier / C1
- Day 7
- 4375 - Kalanag C1
6hrs.▲ Day 8 From Kiarkoti to Devsu ThathchTrekking Day
From Kiarkoti (3989m ) To Devsu Thathch (2930m ), Via - Ruinsara (3350m ) - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Devsu Thathch (2930m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
trek back to Devsu Bugyal
- Day 8
- 3990 - Kiarkoti
- Day 8
- 3350 - Ruinsara
- Day 8
- 2930 - Devsu Thathch
6hrs.▲ Day 9 From Devsu Bugyal to SankriTrekking Day
From Devsu Bugyal (2930m ) To Sankri (1920m ), Via - Taluka (1800m ) - 7 Hrs.
Overnight In: Sankri (1920m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
return to sankri
- Day 9
- 2930 - Devsu Bugyal
- Day 9
- 1800 - Taluka
- Day 9
- 1920 - Sankri
7hrs.▲ Day 10 From Sankri to DehradunTrekking Day
From Sankri (1920m ) To Dehradun (316m ) - 8 Hrs.
Overnight In: Dehradun (316m )
Accommodation: None
Meals Included: Morning tea, Breakfast
return to dehraun
- Day 10
- 1920 - Sankri
- Day 10
- 320 - Dehradun
8hrs.▲ Day 11 From Sankri to SankriContingency Day
Explore, Rest or Prepare
Overnight In: Sankri (1920m )
Accommodation: Camping
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
This is a planned reserved day to keep a window for bad weather and other contingencies. If unutilized, we can spend this day at any other campsite of our liking. The cost of this day is included in the trek package. If you decide to finish your trek instead of utilizing this reserved day, no money will be refunded as the local resources and other expenses will be paid in full as planned for initially
- Day 11
- 1920 - Sankri
- Day 11
- 1920 - Sankri
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Other Customizable Variations of the Kalanag Base Camp Trek
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Altitude and Acclimatization Profile For The Kalanag Base Camp Trek
- Day 1
- D1Dehradun
- Day 1
- Mussurie
- Day 1
- Purola
- Day 2
- D2Sankri
- Day 2
- Taluka
- Day 2
- Gangaad
- Day 3
- D3Seema
- Day 3
- Devsu Bugyal
- Day 4
- D4Rain Basera
- Day 5
- D5Ruinsara Lake
- Day 6
- D6Kiarkoti( Kalanag BC)
- Day 6
- Kiarkoti
- Day 6
- Bandarpoonch Glacier
- Day 7
- D7Kiarkoti
- Day 7
- Kalanag C1
- Day 7
- Kalanag Glacier / C1
- Day 8
- D8Kalanag C1
- Day 8
- Ruinsara
- Day 9
- D9Devsu Thathch
- Day 9
- Taluka
- Day 10
- D10Sankri
- Day 11
- D11Dehradun
- Day 12
- Sankri
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to do the Kalanag Base Camp Trek?
Best months: Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct, Nov
Is mobile network available on the Kalanag Base Camp Trek?
Quick answer: Vodafone till Mori. BSNL till Sankri and Taluka
Is internet available on the Kalanag Base Camp Trek?
Quick answer: 3G on BSNL till Mori and 2G on Vodafone. Occasional 2G in Sankri
What type of trek is this?
Return Type Trek
In this type of trek, the entry point and exit point is same. You trek to a particular destination and return back to the same point
What is the accommodation type on this trek?
Camping
Camping treks are those where nights are spent in tents pitched at designated campsites. Camps are chosen for safety and practicality (stable ground, water availability, weather exposure, and minimal ecological impact). This style offers the most raw mountain experience and flexible route planning, but comfort depends on terrain and conditions.
What kind of toilet facilities can I expect on this trek?
Toilet tents are used at campsites (dry-pit / cat-hole system as per terrain and local regulations). Some camps may have basic fixed toilets near village camps, but do not expect permanent facilities.
How is food served during the trek?
Fresh meals are cooked by the trek staff at camp. Food is served hot in a common dining setup (dining tent or open area). Meals are generally simple, nutritious, and high-energy; menu depends on package and logistics.
How is human waste managed on this trek?
Human waste is handled using toilet tents and designated pits/cat-holes at safe distance from water sources. Sites are selected and managed to reduce contamination; toilet paper and hygiene waste are carried out where feasible or disposed as per local guidelines.
How is food waste managed on this trek?
Food waste is minimized through planned portions. Biodegradable waste is disposed responsibly away from water sources or carried down where required. Leftovers are avoided; nothing is dumped into streams.
How is plastic waste handled on this trek?
Plastic waste is segregated and carried back to the roadhead for proper disposal. Trekkers are encouraged to use refillable bottles; single-use plastics are discouraged/controlled.
How do you follow Leave No Trace principles on this trek?
Camps are left cleaner than found. Waste is segregated and carried out, trails are respected, water sources are protected, and noise is kept low. No littering, no washing with soap near streams, and no disturbance to wildlife or local culture.
What type of terrain can I expect on the Kalanag Base Camp Trek?
Meadows, Forest, Rocky, Glacial Moraine
Is cloakroom / luggage storage available for the Kalanag Base Camp Trek?
Yes. Basic luggage storage is available.
Please note that this is not a secured locker facility.
Do not leave valuables, cash, jewelry, fragile items, or important documents.
Luggage is usually kept on a trust basis at the same hotel, homestay, or with known local contacts where we stay before and after the trek.
What kind of food is served on the Kalanag Base Camp Trek?
India, Garhwali, Nepali
We serve a mix of continental-style trek meals as well as simple, freshly cooked home-style food.
The exact menu and style of meals may vary depending on the trek itinerary, region, and the package you are booked on.
Meal inclusions typically cover:
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (BLD)
- Two tea breaks daily (morning and evening)
- Soup in the evening
- Fresh salads where feasible
- Dessert on select days
- Hot night beverage / tonic before sleeping
Please note that detailed, day-wise meal information is mentioned in the respective day’s itinerary wherever applicable.
Where does the Kalanag Base Camp Trek start?
Where does the Kalanag Base Camp Trek end?
What is the grade / difficulty of the Kalanag Base Camp Trek?
Moderate+
This type of treks are bit more demanding than the moderate ones. It might involve few days of very long walks at higher altitude, or serious gradients, exposures, more remote or involves sleeping at higher altitudes for more days.
What is the duration of the Kalanag Base Camp Trek?
11 Days, 10 Nights Sankri to Sankri
Is the Kalanag Base Camp Trek inside or near a national park?
Govind Pashu Vihar National Park and Sanctuary
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