Duration: 04 Nights / 05 Days
Region: Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
Difficulty: Easy–Moderate
Maximum Altitude: ~12,500 ft (≈ 3,810 m)

Day 01: Rishikesh → Sankri (1,920 m)
Drive: 8–9 hours
Early morning departure from Rishikesh through Mussoorie, Nainbagh, Purola, and Mori.
The drive runs alongside the Tons River and dense pine forests.
Reach Sankri, a beautiful Himalayan village and the starting point of the trek.
Evening acclimatization walk + gear check.
Overnight stay in homestay/guesthouse at Sankri.

Day 02: Sankri → Juda Ka Talab (2,700 m)
Trek: 4–5 km | 3–4 hours
Begin the trek through pine and maple forests.
Gradual ascent with scenic views of valley villages.
Reach Juda Ka Talab, a serene lake surrounded by tall trees.
In winter, the lake partially freezes, creating a magical setting.
Overnight stay in camps near the lake.

Day 03: Juda Ka Talab → Kedarkantha Base Camp (3,400 m)
Trek: 3–4 km | 3–4 hours
A steady but short climb through dense pine forests and snow patches (Dec–Feb).
Stunning views of Swargarohini, Kala Nag, and other Garhwal peaks.
Reach Base Camp, set in a wide open clearing with a clear skyline.
Relax, acclimatize, and prepare for the early morning summit attempt.
Overnight stay at Base Camp.

Day 04: Base Camp → Kedarkantha Summit (3,810 m) → Hargaon
Trek: 6–7 km | 6–7 hours
Begin the summit push around 3–4 AM under starry skies.
The final ridge climb offers a thrilling ascent.
Reach Kedarkantha Summit, known for its 360° Himalayan views:
Swargarohini, Bandarpunch, Kala Nag, Gangotri Range
Enjoy sunrise from the summit—one of the trek’s biggest highlights.
Descend back to Base Camp and continue down to Hargaon campsite.
Overnight stay in Hargaon.

Day 05: Hargaon → Sankri – Purola – Rishikesh
Trek: 4 km | 2–3 hours
A comfortable descent through forest trails to Sankri.
Depending on your plan, stay in Sankri or begin the return drive towards Rishikesh.
Scenic drive back to Rishikesh through mountains, rivers, and forests.
Arrive by evening, marking the end of the trek at Rishikesh.

Inclusions
* Accommodation in Hotel/Homestay/Campsite
* Meal (Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks & Dinner)
* Transpiration (Pickup & Drop)
* Tents, sleeping bags, sleeping mats
* Dining & toilet tents
* Permits
* Local guides
* Cook & support team