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Overview
Trek and Raft Combo, located in Uttaranchal, is a beautiful trek with great views. This trek is combined with two days of exciting white water river rafting on the Ganges. The best season to visit this place is September to November.
This short and easy trek runs parallel to the sky-scraping Himalayas. The views from the summit of Chandrashilla are cherished by the travellers. Our journey will take us from the panoramic views of great trekking in Himalaya throughout the way. Beautiful camping by the lake at Devariyatal will be a part of our tour. We will raft 40 kms from Kaudiyala to Rishikesh. We will surpass through some of the vast forests of the region. At Trekkinng in Uttaranchal and Raft Combo experience, we experience a world that is integral, peaceful, and almost everlasting.
Itinerary
Day 01: Drive Haridwar — Sari and trek to Devariyatal (2440m) 5-6 hrs drive and 2 hrs walk.
On the very first day we will drive our way to Haridwar from Delhi and then from Haridwar to Devariyatal, which will take 5-6 hrs to reach. We will take breakfast en route. On the way, the road parallels along the river called Alaknanda before entering the Mandakini valley. It is a gradual uphill all the way up to the beautiful lake of Devariyatal. We will have our dinner here followed by the stay in the hotel.
Day 02: Trek Devariyatal — Chopta (3000m) 6-7 hrs
On second day, after having breakfast, we will trek to Chopta, which is 6-7 hrs away. The track goes through the dense forest and stays on its edge all the way to Tali. From here we will move down to cross a stream and then clamber up slowly to reach Chopta. Chopta is situated in a serene location having beautiful meadows and is bounded by dense forests. At Chopta, a delicious dinner is accompanied by a comfortable stay in the hotel.
Day 03: Trek Chopta — Tungnath (3680m) — Chandrashilla Top (4130m)
Chopta & drive to Camp Silver Sands 4-5 hrs trek & 5 hrs drive.
After having an early breakfast, we will start early in the morning and mount up to the temple of Tungnath. Thereafter we will visit one of the Shiva temples. It is the highest temple in Garhwal. It has definitely a certain mystical/religious aspect which is quite based on the spectacular surrounding and views. We will explore the summit of the Chandrashilla peak, which provides an awe-inspiring 360 degree view. From here, drive for 5 hrs to reach Camp Silver Sands in the evening. In evening we can enjoy campfire and spend the night at camp side.
Day 04: Raft Camp Silver Sands – Rishikesh
After an early breakfast, we will move to Rishikesh. On reaching there, we will get into the rafting gear, and get a quick safety briefing to raft down big volume Ganga whitewater. We will do adventurous rapids like Three Blind Mice, Crossfire, Bodysurfing, and get back to Sender, Roller Coaster, Golf Course and loads more. Here we would end our trip near Laxman Jhula. Drive again for 30 minutes back to Camp for hot lunch. Afternoon is engaged for kayaking, volleyball or hike to a nearby village. Overnight follows at campfire/barbeque with dinner.
Day 05: Raft Kaudiyala — Camp Silver Sands
After breakfast at 8:30am, we will take a drive of 30 minutes to Kaudiyala. Here, again we raft down the two big rapids on this section called the Daniels Dip and The Wall. In the noon, after a hot lunch in the camp accommodation we will drive back to Haridwar to board the evening train towards Delhi.
