The Khatlintg glacier is a lateral glacier, at the source of river Bhilangana. The trek to the Khatling Cave is moderate . However , beyond the cave, there are more strenuous sections over scree and boulders to reach the snout of the glacier.According to legends a celestial nymph tried to lure lord Shiva, while the almighty was at meditation. She was spurned by him and was dissolved into liquid form, thus originating the Bhilanganga. Nature has bestowed her bounty on the vale of Bhilanganga in abundance, and the rich pature lands are ideal camping sites. The enchanting beautiful valley of Bhilangana affords a panoramic view of Himalayan snow-capped peaks and hanging glaciers.Some of them are Jogin group, Kirti stambh and Meru which are sublime and magnificent. The trek commands through huge thick dense forests, while on the way one have to cross the beautiful lush green meadows, where one can relax and have a panoramic view with blooming beautiful different colours of flowers and butterflies. After crossing the meadow one have top cross passes near by Marsar Tal , the other pass come between Khatling and Chobia, the passes are negotiates glaciers, moraines and a snow patch. While on trek one have to cross some small streams on improvised log bridges, roaring river Bhilan Ganga. The moraines on the hanging glaciers look likes standing walls of gravel and mud. A semi-frozen lake, called Bhi Sarovar, is the central point on one of the moraines. The flat land on these moraines and the Kunali bughyals are excellent pasture lands during summer and rainy season.
KHATLING GLACIER – SAHASARATAL
Region : Garhwal Himalayas
Altitude : Max. 4600 m.
Grade : Difficult / Challenging
Place covered : Rishikesh : Ghuttu (1524m) : Reeh (2132m) : Khatling Glacier (3717m) : Masar tal (4590m) : Vasukital (4135m) : Kedarnath (3584m).
Best Season : May / June / August / September / October
DAY 01. RISHIKESH/GHUTTU DRIVE 6-7 HRS OVERNIGHT: HOTEL / CAMP
Early morning after breakfast drive to Ghuttu. Ghuttu is a small village and the starting point of the Khatling glaciers trek. Evening explore the tiny village and overnight Camp.
DAY 02. Ghuttu / REEH TREK 4-5 HRS OVERNIGHT : CAMP
Today is a steep climb of 10 km till Reeh, the entire trail passes in beginning while through river Devling, later steep climbing through chir pine, rhododendron, and bamboo. We camp near by inside a forest. O/N – Camp.
DAY 03. REEH / GANGI TREK 4-5 HRS OVERNIGHT : CAMP
Early morning after breakfast we commands our trek with very gradual steep trek through crossing a series of meadows high above the valley. After crossing the top of the ridge, one will enjoy fine view of Panwali Kantha and the region of south of Ghuttu.
DAY 04. GANGI / KHARSOLI TREK 5-6 HRS OVERNIGHT : CAMP
Today the trail passes through descends to the valley floor and Deordi (2450m), the last village in the valley. O/N – Camp.
DAY 05. KHARSOLI / KHATLING CAVE TREK 4-5 HRS OVERNIGHT : CAMP
The trail follows the river before entering a forest of oak, spruce and silver birch. Near by there is a impressive waterfalls on the opposite side of the valley. We trek through dense forest and reach to a flat and beautiful meadow Tambakund, the trail winds through alpine meadow , juniper and silver birch to the Khatling Cave. O/N – Camp.
DAY 06. KHATLING CAVE / KHATLING GLACIER / CHOBIA TREK 5-6 HRS OVERNIGHT : CAMP
Today is the most difficult treks till Khatling glacier, the trek commands descends steeply to the riverbank before ascending boulder and scree slopes beside the Bhilan Ganga. The Khatling glacier is associated with the giant hanging glaciers of Ratangian, Jogin and Phating. Explore the area and return back to KHATLING CAVE. O/ N – CAMP.
DAY 07. KHATLING CAVE – MASARTAL TREK 4-5 HRS OVERNIGHT : CAMP
Today the trail follow the ill-defined shepherds trail (steep in places) across boulder fields; be prepared for the occasional rock scramble. The view are magnificent : across the upper sections of the Khatling Glacier and towards the high pass – the Auden Col (5400m) – leading to Gangotri. The Jogin peaks are in view, as is Jaonli (6630m).
Further trek leads across high alpine pastures and scree slopes to the serene waters of Masar Tal (4590)m, which is waters frozen until at least mid-June. Explore the Lake and O/N -Camp.
DAY 08. MASARTAL – VASUKI TAL – MAYALI PASS TREK 5-6 HRS OVERNIGHT : CAMP
Today we trek to Mayali Pass (5400m) via Vasuki tal. Vasukital A picturesque lake, 4,135 mts. Above seas level is encircled by lofty mountains and offers a commanding view of the Chaukhamba peaks. O/N – Camp.
DAY 09. VASUKI TAL – KEDARNATH TREK 4-5 HRS OVERNIGHT : CAMP
Morning after breakfast our trek commands to Kedarnath. The trail passes through huge dense forest and beautiful meadow. After 4/5 hrs we reach to One of the Hindu Holy pilgrimage center, Kedarnath. The Kedarnath shrine is one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is a scenic spot situated, against the backdrop of the majestic Kedarnath range. At an altitude of 3,581mt.
DAY 10. KEDARNATH -Gaurikund TREK 4-5 HRS OVERNIGHT : HOTEL/CAMP
It’s a 15 km descend to Gaurikund from Kedarnath. Gaurikund a temple dedicated to Gauri and thermal springs of medicinal value are noteworthy.
DAY 10. KEDARNATH -Gaurikund TREK 4-5 HRS OVERNIGHT : HOTEL/CAMP
It’s a 15 km descend to Gaurikund from Kedarnath. Gaurikund a temple dedicated to Gauri and thermal springs of medicinal value are noteworthy.
Cost: Rs.49,989 per person (for group of 2)
4.08% government service tax is applicable on the given cost.
COSTS include: Road transportation from Rishikesh to Rishikesh by car, Accommodation in Medium Class Hotels (where applicable) on a twin sharing basis, all Meals, tents on twin share basis, cooking tent and utensils, table and chairs, permits and entrance fees, English speaking guide, cooks and porters/mules. We serve variety of food on our trips which includes Indian, western and Chinese.
COSTS exclude: Accommodation in Rishikesh, Personal Insurance, all alcoholic beverages and Expenses of personal nature. Good down sleeping bags can be provide at cost of Rs. 50 per day