Sinla Pass - Adi Kailash Trek

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  • 📅
    Duration
    11 Days, 10 Nights
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    Altitude:
    5323
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    Grade:
    Challenging
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    Best Time:
    May, Jun, Sep, Oct
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    Starts From:
    Dharchula
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    Airport:
    Pantnagar, Uttrakhand, Pithoragarh Raini Saini
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    Railway:
    Kathgodam, Uttrakhand

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17 Popular Peaks
Brammah Parvat (6321m), Chaudhara (6510m), Nagalaphu (6410m), Nanda Devi (7816m), Om Parvat (6191m), P. 6120 (6120m), P. 6172 (6172m), Panch Chuli I (6904m), Panch Chuli II (6355m), Panch Chuli III (6312m), Panch Chuli IV (6334m), Panch Chuli V (6437m), Rajrambha (6539m), Sangthang (6430m), Suj Tilla West (6333m), Bamchu (6266m), Suli Top (6268m)
1 High Passes
Sin La (5324m)
1 Lakes
Parvati Sarovar (4497m)
6 Glaciers
Nagalphu Glacier, Sona Glacier, Meola Glacier, Nipa Glacier, Baling Glacier, Nagling Glacier
3 Rivers
Darma Ganga, Kuthi Yankti, Mahakali River
16 Villages
New Sobla, Dhar, Bongling, Sela, Nagling, Baling, Saun, Tidang, Bidang, Duttu, Sosa, Sirkha, Gala, Budhi, Gunji, Kutti
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Robert McKenzie
★ 5.0/5
I can't speak highly enough about my experience with Himalayan High. My wife and I wanted to do the Har Ki Dun trek but didn't want to be part of one of the many larger trips most trekking companies plan. I reached out to Himalayan High about the "self guided option" they listed on their website and ended up getting a totally bespoke trip for just my wife and I. Planning and communication was excellent leading up to the trip ( thanks Suman!) and our guides (required in a national park) were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, not to mention great cooks. We are already thinking about our next Himalayan trek and will definitely be working with Himalayan High.
hkg tg
★ 5.0/5
We did a recent Sandakphu trek with Hinalayan High. Few months before the trip, inquiries made to the company were promptly replied by Mr Suman. He also offered different options that would fit our fitness level and schedule. Our many questions and concerns were addressed to enable us to decide on the itinerary that suited us. There was also transparency in the costs and added fees. We opted for private trek so that we could go at our own pace. The lodging arrangements were made with our needs taken into consideration. (We preferred private rooms, being both ladies). While we did not expect 3-4* star hotel accommodations, the rooms were comfortable enough with sufficient blankets to keep us warm at night. We were prepared for shared bathroom facilities in a couple of homestays, having experienced so in previous treks. Due to health issues, we were not able to do the original long trek. But in exchange, our altered trek itinerary gave us unexpected blessings, additional day at Sandakphu to marvel at the scenery and catch glimpse of Everest on clear mornings. The alternative trek led us to a relatively new and clean Homestay with ensuite rooms down at Gurdum. It was situated at a picturesque spot with sunrise view from our room. There was even hot water available for a good bath after few days of trek. What luxury! Food by the homestay host was also delicious - fried noodles, and dumplings, with their home-made chilli paste. The stay was so wonderful that we chose to stay an additional day. It certainly exceeded our expectations. We are thankful to our guide, G.D. for his thoughtfulness. He prioritised our safety, ensured that we were comfortable and well fed. Mr Raju of the trekking company also checked in on us a few times to ensure that we were alright especially at Sandakphu. We are also grateful in the quick adaptation of itinerary to make the trek more manageable for us. We had a good laugh when we learnt from other trekkers further on the route that they had heard about the group who had to alter trek route due to health reasons....how news passed, but also shows the connectedness of the trekking community in that area. What we also enjoyed were the opportunities to get to know the people and hear about the history of the places we visited. Their love for the land and passion in what they do certainly came through in the conversations with G.D. and Mr Suman. Will certainly recommend Himalayan High to my friends.
Maria Requena Lopez
★ 5.0/5
We had an unforgettable experience trekking in Sikkim with Himalayan High!! From start to finish, everything was impeccably organized, and each member of the team went above and beyond to make our journey up to Dzongri La truly memorable. Special thanks to Suman, the organizer, for ensuring that every detail was thought through, and to our trek leaders Raju and Durga, whose expertise, warmth, and patience made us feel safe and cared for every step of the way. The entire support team was fantastic – cook Raj, assistant cook Anand, and our Yak guy Pemba. They all added to the experience in meaningful ways. A huge highlight was the food, which was consistently delicious and energizing – it played a big part in keeping our spirits high throughout the trek. We were honestly amazed by the quality and variety, especially given the remote mountain setting. Overall, this team was professional, attentive, and genuinely dedicated to making sure we had an amazing time. We wholeheartedly recommend this company to anyone looking to explore the beauty of the Himalayas. We’re already looking forward to our next trek with them!
Mihai Caba
★ 5.0/5
So nice people and so nice organized trek in Ladakh with these incredible dedicated guys from Himalaya High!! I defenitely recommand them!! And for sure for the , next trip to Annapurna I will choose them again!!! Julley!!!
Daniela Fratila
★ 5.0/5
Perfect track with wonderful people, beautiful places, memories for lifetime. Thank you Suman, and also Montu!
Alina Eftenoiu
★ 5.0/5
We did the Kang Yatse 2 trek with Himalayan High and we were more than pleased about the care they have for the people. Montu was a really awesome guide and all the team from the chef, the boys that helped and everybody took so much care about us to feel comfortable. The food was awesome(we even had pizza and french fries some times), the tents and sleeping bags(we never felt cold at night), the toiletts, athmosphere and everything exceeded my expectations.
Nicusor Bobocea
★ 5.0/5
Professionalism...Flexible and solving new situations...Safety...Excellent
Charlotte Rispin-Dureuil
★ 5.0/5
I climbed Kang Yatse 1 with Himalayan High and honestly it was one of the best trips of my life. Being a solo female traveller I was nervous about the trip beforehand but I was so well looked after by the team at Himalayan High that my concerns faded very quickly. The first week of this trip was a rotation between different acclimatization walks in Leh and a homestay in Rumbak, which was absolutely beautiful and I really enjoyed having these experiences as part of my acclimatization journey because the experience then wasn't just about reaching the summit. The second week was spent at basecamp with rotations to camp 1 and summit camp. This bit was really well thought out to ensure I was acclimatized and ready for summit but also really adapted to my needs and the spare summit day was absolutely crucial to what I needed. The team who looked after me at base camp were absolutely amazing. Because I was travelling alone I really felt we got to know eachother really well and I left with some lovely new friends. I was so well fed for the whole trip - the food was always absolutely delicious and plentiful! The water situation was also perfect - the water was boiled and treated before I got it. I cannot fault Himalayan High - everything was thought about, I felt so safe and well looked after at all times and I had so much fun on this trip with the team and learned SO much from them. I would definitely not hesitate to book with Himalayan High again- in fact I will probbaly do another trip with them in the not-too-distant future.
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Day-by-day itinerary for Sinla Pass - Adi Kailash Trek (Standard 11D/10N)

Sinla Pass - Adi Kailash Trek itinerary (Standard 11D/10N) covers 11 days / 10 nights, reaching up to 5350m (starting around 950m). Expand each day for route briefing, elevation profile, time/distance and photos.

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Version: Standard 11D/10N
11 Days / 10 Nights Challenging Minimum Altitude: 950m Maximum Altitude: 5350m Starts At: Dharchula Ends At: Dharchula
Route
Dharchula Malpa Budhi Chiyalkekh Gunji Kuti Jolingkong Adi Kailash, Parvati Kund, Gauri Kund (excursion) Sinla (pass crossing) Bidang Tidang Dugtu Panchachuli Base Camp (excursion) Dharchula
Terrain
forestglacial moraineicemeadowsrockyscreesnow
9 Trekking Days
8 Camping | 2 Hotel | 0 Homestay Nights
1 Pass Crossing
250 Km Trekking Distance | 0 Km Driving Distance
Trekking avg 4.67 hrs
  • Arrive In Dharchula
    Overnight In: Dharchula (950m / 3117 ft )
    Accommodation: Hotel
    Meals Included: Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
    Cost Of Transport Included: YES
    How To Reach Dharchula

    Start early morning for a long but scenic drive to Dharchula

    Day 1
    560 - Kathgodam
    Day 1
    950 - Dharchula


    260Km, 9hrs.

    • From Dharchula (950m / 3117 ft ) To Budhi (2750m / 9022 ft ) Via Malpa (2500m / 8202 ft ) - 4 Hrs. 60 Kms
      Overnight In: Budhi (2750m / 9022 ft )
      Accommodation: Camping
      Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks

      After getting permit, drive to Budhi to stay for the night

      Day 2
      950 - Dharchula
      Day 2
      2500 - Malpa
      Day 2
      2750 - Budhi


      60Km, 4hrs.

      • From Budhi (2750m / 9022 ft ) To Gunji (3222m / 10571 ft ) Via Chiyalkekh (3100m / 10171 ft ) - 2 Hrs. 25 Kms
        Overnight In: Gunji (3222m / 10571 ft )
        Accommodation: Camping
        Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks

        Offroad drive parallel to the gushing kai river

        Day 3
        2750 - Budhi
        Day 3
        3100 - Chiyalkekh
        Day 3
        3225 - Gunji


        25Km, 2hrs.

        • From Gunji (3222m / 10571 ft ) To Kuti (3857m / 12654 ft ) - 5 Hrs. 20 Kms
          Overnight In: Kuti (3857m / 12654 ft )
          Accommodation: Camping
          Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks

          Trek to Kuti

          Day 4
          3225 - Gunji
          Day 4
          3860 - Kuti


          20Km, 5hrs.

          • From Kuti (3857m / 12654 ft ) To Jolingkong (4443m / 14577 ft ) - 5 Hrs. 13 Kms
            Overnight In: Jolingkong (4443m / 14577 ft )
            Accommodation: Camping
            Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks

            Trek to Jolingkong

            Day 5
            3860 - Kuti
            Day 5
            4445 - Jolingkong


            13Km, 5hrs.

            • From Jolingkong (4443m / 14577 ft ) To Jolingkong (4443m / 14577 ft ). Excursion To Adi Kailash, Parvati Kund, Gauri Kund (4550m / 14928 ft ) And Return To Jolingkong (4443m / 14577 ft ) - 6 Hrs. 12 Kms
              Overnight In: Jolingkong (4443m / 14577 ft )
              Accommodation: Camping
              Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks

              Trek to Parvati Kund, Adikailash Temple, Trek to Gaurikund

              Day 6
              4445 - Jolingkong
              Day 6
              4445 - Jolingkong
              Day 6
              4550 - Adi Kailash, Parvati Kund, Gau
              Day 6
              4445 - Jolingkong


              12Km, 6hrs.

              • Cross Sinla And Reach Bidang (3950m / 12959 ft ) - 6 Hrs. 13 Kms
                Overnight In: Bidang (3950m / 12959 ft )
                Accommodation: Camping
                Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks

                Cross Sinla to enter Darma Valley

                Day 7
                4445 - Jolingkong
                Day 7
                5350 - Sinla
                Day 7
                3950 - Bidang


                13Km, 6hrs.

                • From Bidang (3950m / 12959 ft ) To Dugtu (3250m / 10663 ft ) Via Tidang (3500m / 11483 ft ) - 5 Hrs. 17 Kms
                  Overnight In: Dugtu (3250m / 10663 ft )
                  Accommodation: Camping
                  Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks

                  Trek to Dugtu

                  Day 8
                  3950 - Bidang
                  Day 8
                  3500 - Tidang
                  Day 8
                  3250 - Dugtu


                  17Km, 5hrs.

                  • From Dugtu (3250m / 10663 ft ) To Dugtu (3250m / 10663 ft ). Excursion To Panchachuli Base Camp (3800m / 12467 ft ) And Return To Dugtu (3250m / 10663 ft ) - 5 Hrs. 10 Kms
                    Overnight In: Dugtu (3250m / 10663 ft )
                    Accommodation: Camping
                    Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks

                    Excursion trek to Panchachuli base camp

                    Day 9
                    3250 - Dugtu
                    Day 9
                    3250 - Dugtu
                    Day 9
                    3800 - Panchachuli Base Camp
                    Day 9
                    3250 - Dugtu


                    10Km, 5hrs.

                    • From Dugtu (3250m / 10663 ft ) To Dharchula (950m / 3117 ft ) - 4 Hrs. 80 Kms
                      Overnight In: Dharchula (950m / 3117 ft )
                      Accommodation: Hotel
                      Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks

                      Drive to Dharchula

                      Day 10
                      3250 - Dugtu
                      Day 10
                      950 - Dharchula


                      80Km, 4hrs.

                      • Departure and onward journey
                        Cost Of Transport Included: YES

                        Drive back to Kathgodam

                        Day 11
                        950 - Dharchula
                        Day 11
                        560 - Kathgodam


                        260Km, 8hrs.

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