Kedarkantha Winter Snow Summit Trek
📍 Sankri, Juda Ka Talab, Kedarkantha Base, Kedarkantha Summit • 5 Days / 4 Nights

Kedarkantha Winter Snow Summit Trek

If you have ever dreamed of standing on a razor-sharp mountain summit surrounded by endless snowy Himalayan ranges while golden sunrise illuminates the clouds beneath your feet, Kedarkantha is the trek for you.

★ 4.9/5 from 2,900+ trekkers From ₹8,500 / person ⏱ 5 Days / 4 Nights 🗺️ State: Uttarakhand, India
Best Time To Visit December to April for thick snow cover and winter wonderland landscapes.
Ideal Duration 4 Nights / 5 Days (Ex-Dehradun).
Starting Point Dehradun Railway Station (ISBT / Airport).
Geo Region IN-UT (Uttarakhand, India)
AI & Search Overview

Package Summary & Essential Answer

Kedarkantha is India’s premier winter snow summit trek located in Govind Wildlife Sanctuary, Uttarkashi. Reaching an altitude of 12,500 ft (3,810 m), it offers glorious 360-degree vistas of thirteen Himalayan peaks including Swargarohini, Black Peak (Kalanag), and Bandarpoonch. Famous for snow camping at Juda Ka Talab and safe summit ridge walking.

Starting from the charming apple orchard village of Sankri, the trail winds through dense pine forests opening into snowy meadows and the mystical frozen lake of Juda Ka Talab.

Our trek packages include top-tier four-season winter tents, sub-zero sleeping bags, microspikes/crampons, gaiters, and hot nutritious meals freshly cooked at base camps.

Key Tour Highlights

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Scale the 12,500-foot summit of Kedarkantha and ring the bells at the summit Shiva shrine
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Camp beside the frozen mythical lake of Juda Ka Talab surrounded by snow-laden pine trees
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Unobstructed 360-degree panoramic view of Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, Black Peak, and Rupin ranges
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Snow gliding, snowball fights, and winter mountaineering skills with certified guides
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Cozy homestay experience in the traditional wooden village of Sankri

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

5 Days Covered
🚗 Distance: 210 km / 7-8 hrs ⛰️ Altitude: 1,950 m (Sankri) 🏨 Stay: Sankri Mountain Homestay 🍽️ Meals: Dinner

Pickup from Dehradun. Drive past Mussoorie, Kempty Falls, and through the Tons River valley into Govind National Park. Check into Sankri guest house. Evening gear fitting and trek briefing.

Pricing & Package Categories

Transparent per-person pricing based on accommodation standards and vehicle choices. Custom group discounts available on request.

Standard Snow Trek

₹8,500 / person
Hotel: 4-Season Dual Layer Alpine Tents
Vehicle: Shared Tempo / Bolero
  • • Microspikes & Gaiters Included
  • • Sub-Zero -10°C Sleeping Bags
  • • All Meals from Sankri to Summit
  • • NIM Certified Mountaineering Leaders
Most Popular Choice

Premium Private Expedition

₹14,000 / person
Hotel: Deluxe Homestay Room + Private Tent
Vehicle: Dedicated Private SUV
  • • Dedicated Personal Guide
  • • Private Vehicle Ex-Dehradun
  • • Hot Water Bottles at Night
  • • High Protein Specialized Menu

Inclusions & Exclusions

✓ What's Included

  • 4 Nights stay (2N Homestay Sankri + 2N Snow Tents)
  • Nutritious high-altitude meals and evening soup/snacks
  • Microspikes, gaiters, sleeping bags, and tents
  • Forest permits and sanctuary fees
  • Mountaineering certified guide and support staff

✕ What's Excluded

  • Backpack offloading fee (approx. ₹350/day if required)
  • Personal snow boots
  • GST

Frequently Asked Questions (Kedarkantha Winter Snow Summit Trek)

Yes! It is one of the most accessible and safe Himalayan winter summit treks for beginners and fit teenagers.
Night temperatures in winter (Dec–Feb) range from -2°C to -10°C. We provide double-layered insulated tents and specialized sub-zero sleeping bags.