Situated
at an altitude of around 6,000 metres above sea level, Kumaon region in
Uttarnchal consists of the popular districts of Nainital, Almora and
Pithoragarh. The region is a veritable paradise for nature lovers,
bird-watchers as well as trek enthusiasts. Of the various adventure sports
options in Uttaranchal, Trekking in Kumaon region holds a high rank. Due to
its immense popularity, this adventure sport draws large number of adventure
enthusiasts to this region. In fact, trekking in Kumaon Himalyas has helped
Uttaranchal in making it a hot destination among adventure freaks all over
the world.
Trekking in Kumaon takes you the far areas of Himalayas mountains and you
get a good chance to discover the untouched beauty of the majestic peaks.
Besides, trekking in Kumaon will take you through dense forests abundant in
wildlife, magnificent temples, meandering lakes and rivers.
Popular Treks
Pindari Glacier Trek is considered as the best trekking route in Kumaon
region, other noted trekking routes are Kumaon-Garhwal high altitude link
and the Gori Glacier. You can combine the Pindari Glacier Trek with the
famous Corbett National Park and Garhwal-Kumaon Jeep Safari.
- Pindari Glacier - Kafni - Sunderdhunga Base Camp Trek
(Duration - 9 Days)
Route covers : Bageshwar -
Song - Dhakuri Khati - Dwali - Phurkia.
- Millam Glacier Trek (Duration - 10 Days)
Route covers : Munsiary -
Lillam - Bugdiar - Rialkot - Martoli - Millam - Ikualari Glacier.
- Nanda Devi East Base Camp Trek (Duration - 10 Days)
Route covers : Munsiary -
Lillam - Budgiyar - Martolo Base Camp.
- Panch Chuli Base Camp Trek (Duration - 7 Days)
Route covers : Munsiary-
Damol - Balati - Balati Glacier.
- Kalabaland Glacier Trek (Duration - 11 Days)
Route covers : Munsiary-
Lillam- Pilthi - Sapodiar - Ralam - Sankalpa Glacier - Kalabaland
Glacier.
Other Trek Routes
- Sinla Pass Trek
- Devi Kund- Nag Kund Trek
- Adi Kailash Trek
Essential Gears Required
Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam (KMVN) and several private tour agents provide
necessary items like tents and trek-route maps. Besides, you have to carry a
backpack, in which you can keep basic stuff like eatables, sufficient
clothes, first-aid kit, medicines, torch, lights and many other items of
daily usage.
Climate of Kumaon
The climate of Kumaon is pleasant, the summers are not too hot, while the
winters are cool and comfortable. During the summer months of April - June,
temperature soars to a high of 37°C. In winters the mercury lowers to a
minimum of 0°C. Best time to trek in the Kumaon region is between
April-June and September-November. During winters, you can also enjoy
trekking at lower altitudes of Kumaon Himalayas.
Transportation for Kumaon
Nearest airport is located at Pant Nagar (Nainital). During summers regular
flights ply to Pant Nagar from Delhi and important places of India.
Kathgodam railway station is the nearest rail-head, which has trains from
Delhi and other parts of the country. Good motorable roads connect Kumaon
with imporatant cities and town of India. Frequest buses are available from
Delhi to Nainital, Kathgodam, Kausani and Almora.
