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Sar Pass, although a moderate trek, is a perfect one for beginners. The trek starts from 1650 meters and raises to an altitude of 4180 meters. Although the climb is tiring at some moments, but one gets rewarded by beautiful green meadows, quaint villages, views of snow-covered mountains and the amazing slide after the pass. This trail offers a gamut of experiences to trekkers. The trek demands a level...

Trekking

Whats Included?

Accommodation : Stay will be in tents on triple sharing basis at all camps. Stay for male and female is separate
Meals : Breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner. We provide simple, nutritious veg/Jain food on all days of the trek
• Rucksack : A 60 litre bag with rain cover is provided for using in trekking. You can deposit your extra luggage with your bags at our campsite.
• Camping charges : All trekking permits and forest camping charges are included.
Trekking equipment : High quality tents and sleeping bags in all the camps. Sleeping bags can withstand temperatures as low as -10 oC.
Gaiters : It prevent snow from entering inside your shoes.
Safety equipment : First aid kit, oxygen cylinders, oximeter etc. will be with guide/trek leader and at campsite as well to deal with emergencies.
• Expert trek Leaders : All our trek leaders are at least qualified in basic/ advanced mountaineering and first aid course.
Expert Trek support team: The mountain staff on this trek consists of certified guides, cooks, helpers and porters.
HAPO Chamber bag [Only for Expeditions]
Personal Insurance
• GST 5%.

Whats Excluded?

Cost of Emergency.
Bottled water.
Any personal expense.

Need to Know

Trekking shoes: Carry water proof trekking shoes with good grip and ankle support. Do not carry sports shoes.
Jackets: Carry three jackets - a hard shell type that can protect you against rain and cold wind, a warm jacket padded type for the camp and a fleece as an additional layer for warmth during the trek.
Three trek pants: Carry a minimum of 2 trek pants and 1 cotton pant. Trek pants should be quick dry material. Denim/jeans and shorts are not suitable for trekking
Three trek t-shirts (quick dry/dri-fit): Full sleeved t-shirts that prevent sun burns on the neck and arms and are quick dry will be recommended.
Thermals: Carry thermal base layer (top and bottom).
Sunglasses: Sunglasses are mandatory. There will be lot of snow on the trek and can cause snow blindness
Sun Cap: At high altitude, the sun is extra harsh so carry a cap to protect yourself. A woollen cap or scarf can be quite helpful for the cold nights.
Water proof hand gloves: Carry water proof gloves. Avoid woollen gloves as they will get wet if you touch snow.
Cotton Socks: (3-4 pairs) and a pair of woollen socks.
Headlamp/LED torch: Mandatory
Raincoat/Ponchos: At high altitudes, snowfall and rain are quite common and it’s mandatory to carry a poncho so that you don’t get wet. A poncho is made from a watertight material designed to keep the body dry from the rain. It covers the whole body with the backpack .We rent a Poncho at 300 INR per person .
Plastic Packet/Garbage Bag: Carry a minimum of 3-4. These can be quite helpful to give an extra protection to your clothing against getting wet during the rain. Theses can be also used to store garbage.
First Aid Kit: It is advisable to carry a basic medical kit comprising items like Cotton, Blister tape, savlon, antiseptic cream, band aids, crepe band aid, pain spray and few medicines like Diamox, Dexmethasone, Disprin and few antibiotics.
Toiletries: Carry a minimum of items like mouth wash, sun’s cream, hand sanitiser and a small towel.

Itinerary

Day 1

Report at Kasol. After freshening up and breakfast acclimatisation walk to Chalal village. Post lunch orientation for the trek.

Day 2

The trek commences for Grahan from Kasol at 7 AM. The trek is moderate with normal gradient and steep ascend in the end for Grahan village. Trek Duration: 6 hours. Level: Moderate.

Day 3

The trek from Grahan to Min Thach goes through some dense Himalayan Forest. Overnight in tents at Min Thach. Trek Duration: 6 hours. Level: Moderate..

Day 4

The trek from Min Thach to Nagaru is short but steep and gets above tree line. Trek Duration: 4 hours. Level: Moderate.

Day 5

The trek from Nagaru to Biskeri Thach is a long trek via Sar Pass and goes through long snow patch. Trek Duration: 7 to 8 hours. Level: Moderate

Day 6

Descend from Biskeri Thach to Barshaini takes around 5 hours and is a steep descend. Departure from Kasol by 3 PM.

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7,499/-

Booking Date:

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Booking is allowed before 2 days 0 hours

Minimum 1 quantity/person(s) needed to book

Maximum 50 quantity/person(s) allowed

Cancellation charges :

Cancellation before 20 days to the start of the event - Charges will be 20% of the Trek Fee. Cancellation less than 20 days to the start of the trek — no refund. If a trek is called off at the last moment due to a natural calamity/ unforeseen circumstances (like rains, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh etc) no amount will be refunded.If possible according to the circumstances we will try to arrange a substitute trek

Emergency during trek:

In case of any emergency Kailashrath will take necessary measures for your return to the base camp. A staff will accompany you. He may not be some trained personnel. Doctors do not go along with a team. ‘Kailashrath Treks’ leaders are trained to administer first aid and know how to deal with issues related to the mountains. Registering for this trek is an understanding that you are aware of AMS, HAPE and HACE related difficulties on a high-altitude trek

Safety: Our camp leaders will conduct routine health checks at all camps to measure oxygen saturation, bp. Camp leader reserves the right to exclude any trekker from climbing higher on the trek without refund if the trekker’s vital readings are below accepted norms for that altitude. These norms are available with our camp leaders. Your trek leader will also be carrying medical kit which includes basic first aid and high-altitude sickness medicines and will also be carrying a oxygen cylinder throughout the trek.

Sar Pass