Overview
The Kuari Pass trek, also called the Curzon Trail, offers the widest panorama in the Garhwal Himalaya. Over six days you climb from Joshimath through oak forests and open meadows to a 12,750 ft pass facing Nanda Devi, Dronagiri, Kamet and Hathi-Ghodi Parvat.
- Lord Curzon's historic trail
- Front-row views of Nanda Devi and Dronagiri
- Oak and rhododendron forests
- Khullara meadow campsite
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Rishikesh to Joshimath / Pipalkoti
250 km scenic drive along the Alaknanda to the trek base.
- 2
Joshimath to Gulling Campsite
6 km trek through oak and rhododendron forest to the first camp.
- 3
Gulling to Khullara Campsite
6 km climb to the open meadow camp with big mountain views.
- 4
Khullara to Kuari Pass and back
10 km summit day to the 12,750 ft pass and return to Khullara.
- 5
Descend to Tugasi / Dhak, drive to Joshimath
Descend and drive 250 km toward Pipalkoti / Joshimath.
- 6
Joshimath to Rishikesh
250 km return drive.
Elevation profile
Peaks at 12,750 ftIndicative profile — actual daily gain depends on weather and acclimatization pace.
What's included
- Rishikesh to Rishikesh transport
- Camping with sleeping bags and mats
- All meals on trek
- Certified trek leader and local guide
- Forest and camping permits
- Medical kit with oximeter and oxygen
Not included
- 5% GST
- Personal trekking gear
- Personal expenses
- Insurance
- Anything not listed in inclusions
How to reach Uttarkashi region
Your base for this trek. Common pickup on Day 1 morning; drop-off on the last day evening.
- Airport — Jolly Grant (DED)
- Railhead — Dehradun / Haridwar
- Road — 8–10 hr from Dehradun. Shared Tempo Traveller included in the trek price.
Things to carry
The honest list — 8 kg on your back is plenty for this trek. Winter trek: pack for −15 °C at camp.
- Ankle-length waterproof trekking boots (worn in)
- Down or synthetic jacket rated to −10 °C
- Waterproof-breathable shell jacket
- Two full sets of thermal base layers
- Three pairs of merino or synthetic socks
- Insulated + liner gloves, wool cap, sun cap
- Category 3 UV sunglasses (Category 4 on snow above 4,000 m)
- One-litre insulated flask + one reusable water bottle
- Headlamp with fresh batteries
- Personal medication + basic strip (paracetamol, ORS, band-aids)
- Government photo ID (original)
- · Tents, sleeping bags and mats rated to trek altitude
- · Micro-spikes and gaiters on snow sections
- · Full medical kit with pulse oximeter and portable oxygen