Rupin Pass Trek

This trek to the Rupin Pass offers you the perfect chance to witness the true beauty of the snowy Himalayas. Over 8 days, you will travel through a variety of beautiful landscapes and stay in tents pitched at stunning campsites. En route, catch magnificent views of the Rupin River and the Kinner Kailash Mountain Ranges. On this trek, you will begin trekking through dense forests of pine and oak trees with lush grasslands all around you. As you reach closer to your destination of Rupin Pass, the landscape will get increasingly beautiful with patches of snow layered over the forests and grasslands.

Destination

Located at an altitude of 15,250 feet, the Rupin Pass is one of the most popular trekking destinations in the Indian Himalayas. With breathtaking views of the entire Kinner Kailash Mountain Range, the trail to Rupin Pass leads you through several Himachali villages populated by local shepherds and farmers. Populated with brightly coloured flowers and vast expanses of lush grasslands, your campsites are located at scenic locations under star-studded Himalayan skies. As the trail cross from Uttarakhand and into Himachal Pradesh, you may also need to hike through patches of deep snow.

Destination highlights

Trek up to an altitude of 15,250 ft to reach the Rupin Pass. | Trek through thick snow on your way to Rupin Pass. | Stay in tents pitched at scenic campsites. | Catch breathtaking views of the Himalayas.

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51 kms

42 hrs

7 kms

There is no pick-up for this trek.

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There is no drop-off for this trek.

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Dhaula

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07:00

18:30

Arrive at Dhaula in the evening. From the Dehradun Railway station, it's a beautiful 8 hour drive that will take you by rivers, valleys and small towns such as Purola and Mori. Overnight at Dhaula in home stay.

Overnight at Dhaula in home stay.

You will be accommodated at a home stay on a triple/multi-sharing basis. Clean beds and linen will be provided for a restful night's sleep. Today's meal package includes dinner upon arrival at Dhaula.

Food

Dinner

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Day 1 Milestone

Dehradun

Dhaula

16:00 PM

Wake up early and embark on your first trek of the trip to Sewa. Along the way, you will get spectacular views of the Rupin River that flows parallel to your trekking route. The route also passes through apple and apricot orchards and ends at Sewa. Reach Sewa by evening. Overnight at Sewa in home stay.

Overnight at Sewa in home stay.

You will be accommodated at a home stay on a triple/multi-sharing basis. Clean beds and linen will be provided for a restful night's sleep. Today's meal package includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Veg

Day 2 Milestone

Dhaula

Sewa

06:00 AM

After having a restful night's sleep, today's trek to Jhaka will be a notch above your previous day's trek. Begin by crossing a wooden bridge marking your entry into Himachal Pradesh from Uttarakhand. You will pass the villages of Kwar and Jiksun and continue towards Jhaka. Patches of the trail require you to be careful as it will lead you through narrow walkways cut into mountain edges and surrounded by dense forests. Overnight at Jhaka in home stay.

Overnight at Jhaka in home stay.

You will be accommodated at a home stay on a triple/multi-sharing basis. Clean beds and linen will be provided for a restful night's sleep. Today's meal package includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Veg

Day 3 Milestone

Sewa

Jhaka

06:00 AM

Today's trek will take you to Saruwas Thach. It is a scenic route that passes through streams, snowy patches and bushes of rhododendron flowers. Crossing a few giant boulders, you will reach a 'U' shaped valley with a waterfall. Set up camp here to spend the night in tents. Overnight at Saruwas Thach in tents.

Overnight at Saruwas Thach in tents.

You will be accommodated at in tents on a triple/multi-sharing basis. Clean sleeping bags and mattresses will be provided for a restful night's sleep. The campsite will be equipped with common kitchen/dining and toilet tents. Today's meal package includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Veg

Day 4 Milestone

Jhaka

Saruwas Thach

06:00 AM

Today, you will begin trekking towards Dhanderas Thach. Trail through forests lined with silver birch, pine and oak trees and cross small river streams and waterfalls. You will reach Dhanderas Thach by evening. Overnight at Dhanderas Thach in tents.

Overnight at Dhanderas Thach in tents.

You will be accommodated at in tents on a triple/multi-sharing basis. Clean sleeping bags and mattresses will be provided for a restful night's sleep. The campsite will be equipped with common kitchen/dining and toilet tents. Today's meal package includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Veg

Day 5 Milestone

Saruwas Thach

Dhanderas Thach

06:00 AM

Before you begin trekking, you will have a short briefing session to learn the basic skills of trekking through snow. You will encounter patches of deep snow on the short trail to the Upper Waterfall camp. Trek through a snow bridge followed by a steep climb to reach your campsite. Overnight at Upper Waterfall Camp in tents.

Overnight at Upper Waterfall camp in tents.

You will be accommodated at in tents on a triple/multi-sharing basis. Clean sleeping bags and mattresses will be provided for a restful night's sleep. The campsite will be equipped with common kitchen/dining and toilet tents. Today's meal package includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Veg

Day 6 Milestone

Dhanderas Thach

Upper Waterfall camp

06:00 AM

Today, you'll climb up to the highest and most awaited point of this trek, the Rupin Pass. Begin on your trail through patches of thick snow. As you make your way up, you can catch increasingly breathtaking views of the lower Himalayas. Once you reach the Rupin Pass, spend some time admiring its scenic beauty and head down towards Ronti Gad. Overnight at Ronti Gad in tents.

Overnight at Ronti Gad in tents.

You will be accommodated at in tents on a triple/multi-sharing basis. Clean sleeping bags and mattresses will be provided for a restful night's sleep. The campsite will be equipped with common kitchen/dining and toilet tents. Today's meal package includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Veg

Day 7 Milestone

Upper Waterfall Camp

Ronti Gad

06:00 AM

Embark on a long downhill trek from Ronti Gad to Sangla. Starting with a small ascent followed by a sharp descent, you will pass several vantage points that offer clear views of the entire Kinner Kailash mountain range and the Sangla Kanda Lake. You will reach Sangla by late afternoon. Your trip ends here.

Your trip ends before nightfall.

Today's meal package includes breakfast before departure from Ronti Gad.

Food

Breakfast

Veg

Day 8 Milestone

Ronti Gad

Sangla

06:00 AM

Includes / Excludes

Includes

  • Accommodation in home stays and tents on triple/multi-sharing basis
  • All camping equipment required for the trek
  • Alpine tents, sleeping bags and mattresses
  • Common kitchen/dining and toilet tents
  • All meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 8
  • Permit charges, entry fees and camping charges (for Indian citizens only)
  • Services of an experienced trekking guide and camping crew
  • First Aid kit (including oxygen cylinder)
  • All applicable taxes

Excludes

  • Travel costs from base city to Dhaula (Dehradun-Dhaula transfers can be arranged for INR 6,000, shared by all passengers)
  • Permit charges, entry fees and camping charges (for non-Indian citizens)
  • Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, road blocks etc.
  • Personal expenses such as tips to staff, alcohol or beverages etc.
  • Travel or medical insurance
  • Any item not mentioned in inclusions

What to Wear

What to Wear

  • Comfortable, quick-dry apparel
  • Trekking footwear
  • Woollen socks and gloves
  • Windcheater or jacket
  • Sweater and thermal wear
  • Raincoat or poncho
  • Full-sleeved shirts/t-shirts
  • Full length trekking/track pants
  • Not to wear - Expensive jewellery or gadgets
  • Sandals or slippers (while trekking)
  • Hard luggage like suitcases

What not to Wear

  • Loose clothing that will tangle around you while swimming
  • Restrictive clothing
  • Flip-flops

Equipment / Gear

We Provide

  • All camping equipment required for the trek
  • Alpine tents, sleeping bags and mattresses
  • Common kitchen/dining and toilet tents
  • First Aid kit (including oxygen cylinders)

You need to get

  • Rucksack (with rain cover)
  • ID proof
  • Water bottle
  • Toilet paper
  • Trekking poles and knee cap (optional)
  • Sunglasses (polarised, anti-glare)
  • Torch (extra batteries)
  • Sunscreen lotion and lip balm
  • Personal toiletries

Medical Kit

  • Please carry your specific personal or prescribed medication, personal first-aid kit.

Cancellation policy

For cancellations made more than 24 days before departure of the Rupin Pass trek: 95% refund.

For cancellations made between 14 to 24 days before departure of the Rupin Pass trek: 70% refund.

For cancellations made between 13 to 8 days before departure of the Rupin Pass trek: 50% refund.

For cancellations made less than 8 days before departure of the Rupin Pass trek: No refund.

No show: No refund.

All refunds will be processed after deducting any transaction charges.

Rules on trip

Travellers are required to adhere to the instructions of the trip leader/tour guide during the trek to Rupin Pass.

Consumption of alcohol and narcotics is strictly prohibited during or before the trek.

Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions

The tour operator takes utmost care to ensure safety of the travellers and shall not be held responsible for any mishap, accident or loss of life during the trek to Rupin Pass.

Travellers will be required bear any additional costs arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, road blocks etc.

Transport from Dehradun to Dhaula is not included in the Rupin Pass trek. Transport options can be arranged at an additional cost of INR 6,000, shared by all passengers.