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Rupin Pass Trek – The High Altitude in Uttarakhand, India

Rupin Pass Trek a high altitude trek in the Himalayas


Rupin Pass Trek is a high altitude trek (4,650 Meters – 15250 ft.) , which starts from Dhaula camp in Uttarakhand and ends up at Sangla in Himachal Pradesh crossing Uttarakhand near Kinnaur valley, this route is also used by shepherds. There are different magnificent views and sceneries every km and at every turn, it is a journey full of surprises and thrills.


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Rupin pass Trek is an Enthralling valley in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand & Himachal Pradesh India, this trek come under Govind Wildlife Sanctuary National park. No doubt, the Himalayas have enchanting beauty, bracing climate, and desirable soothing green meadow. So, what else can be better than spending some days here in the serenity?


What is the Dhaula base camp in Rupin Pass Trek?


Dhaula is situated near the Rupin Riverbank. Dhaula is a beautiful campsite. The beauty of this place captivates everyone. Due to the flow of the Rupin River, this place looks more beautiful.


It seems that the beautiful Mountains are welcoming us. On the way to Dhaula, you will see beautiful views like pine forest, rivers, mountains, flora, and fauna.


In Dhaula you feel the sunrise over a wide-open field, morning rain glistering on forests trees.

After reaching the Dhaula campsite you will enjoy the tea or snacks.


In olden time’s people of Sewa, Jakha, Dodra- Kwar villagers used this route to bring luggage.


Witness the Dynamic sceneries of Rupin Pass

The changing trails and jungle walk would be relieving, this place will give you magnificent views, many unexplored places, and view of beautiful Rupin River.


You will go through dense forests to snow glaciers from small water streams to frozen waterfalls and here you can find an immense variety of nature which will make you admire and fall in love with it.


Rupin pass trek is a bit difficult but the views are extremely mesmerizing and beautiful.

Explore the spellbinding sights and Kinnauri and Dodra Kwar culture in Rupin Pass

You will see meadows, charming hamlets, snow-covered mountains, exotic fields, and big rivers so much of variety in a single trek, and this trek gives you a chance to explore the unexplored places. This place has many species of birds and animals you can have a glance of local culture and lives of the people living there, there is a uniquely positioned village “Jhaka village” which is at the extreme edge of a mountain cliff, which offers you beautiful scenery. There is a multi-floored Kinnaur temple where you can have a glimpse of Kinnauri culture.

Best Time to do Rupin Pass Trek

So, the best time to do the trek is the 1st week of May to last week of October because in pre-monsoon the trail remains covered in snow and the climb gets tough.

We are a local team in Uttarakhand so we have more experienced team Himalayan Hikers working this trek for 28 years

Why choose Rupin Pass Trek

Before heading towards the itinerary, it is really essential to perceive the reason behind choosing Rupin pass trek.


  • See firstly, the trekking distance is a total of by taxi 109 Km and on foot 64 km which is to be covered into 8 days. Dehradun to via Dhaula Sewa, jakha to Sangla.
  • Rupin pass trek is a high altitude mountain trek Altitudes is 4650 Meters.
  • The Starting trail is moderate as compared to other treks this is a difficult trek. So this trek is not for beginners.
  • Need proper gear & clothing for sub-zero temperature?
  • You got to see so many heavenly bodies at one place like the panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges, you can see pine forests, different variety of flora and fauna surpassing through bona fide Garhwali and Himachal, Kinnauri heritage and culture.
  • I think Do spare time in Interaction with our local’s team, and you will get to know about some of the ancient tales of Indian mythology and our local cultures, this is good ideas for trekkers
  • Beautiful landscapes so carry proper photo gear & Extra battery backup.
  • The backpack should not exceed 10 to 12 kg only

The altitude we are going to cover in Rupin Pass Trek

  • Dhaula camp – 5100 Feet

  • Sewa village – 6300 feet

  • Jiskun/ Jhaka Village – 7700 Feet

  • Udaknal camp – 10,100 feet

  • Dhanteras Thach camp – 11,700 feet

  • Upper waterfall camp – 13,100 feet

  • Rupin pass Summit – 15380 Feet – 4650 Meters

  • Ronti Gad camp – 13,100 Feet

Key Points Rupin Pass Trek

  • Duration: – 7 Nights 8 Days

  • Base camp: – Dhaula camp

  • Summer Temperature:- Day 5°C to 12°C) Night – 2° C to – 5° C

  • Rupin pass Altitude: – 4650 Meters

  • Best Time: – May, June, September, October

  • Trek Level: – Difficult

  • Trek distance: – On foot 62 Km – By taxi 209 km

  • Group Size: – minimum of 5 people maximum of 15 people

Short Itinerary Rupin pass Trek

  • Day 1:Pickup to you from Dehradun railway station drive to Dhaula camp (209 km) (8/9 Hours) (5,100) feet)

  • Day 2:Trek from Dhaula camp to Sewa village (08 km) (5/6 Hours) (6,300 feet)

  • Day 3:Trek from Sewa village to Jiskun / Jhaka village (09 km) (5/6 Hours) (7,700 feet)

  • Day 4:Trek from Jhaka village to Udaknal camp (10 km) (6/7 Hours) (10,100 feet)

  • Day 5:Trek from Udaknal camp to Dhandaras thatch camp (8 km) (4/5 Hours) (11,700 feet) hours)

  • Day 6:Trek from Dhandaras thatch to Upper waterfall camp (4 km) (2/3 Hours) ((13,100 feet)

  • Day 7: Trek from Upper waterfall camp to Rupin Pass summit (15,380 feet) via Rati Pheri and Ronti Gad (13,100 feet) (13 Km) (10-11hours)

  • Day 8: Trek Ronti Gad camp to Sangla road head (11 km) (5/6 Hours) (8,600 feet) via Sangla Kanda

How to Reach Rupin Pass Trek?

  • First of all, you people have to come to Dehradun, Uttarakhand

  • From Dehradun itself, you will go with the Himalayan hikers for this Rupin pass trek.

  • In Dehradun, you will get our staff that will arrange transport for you. The contact no Transport coordinator or our office team will give you a  week ago to your departure

  • Train and flight are always available from where you will go to Dehradun

  • Himalayan Hikers arranged for your transport from Dehradun railway station or Airport Directly

Note:- Transport costs will include your package pickup Dehradun to Dhaula camp one way

Your Travel Plan for Rupin Pass Trek

If you are traveling from Kolkata, Bangalore, Chennai, Pune, Mumbai, or Gujarat any other city, so you will have to come to Delhi, you will get a train from Delhi for Dehradun comfortably.


Option 01:- By Train

All trekkers booked yourself :

  • Nanda Devi Express to Dehradun (Train no is 12206 Departure 11:30 pm: – Reached Dehradun 5:45

  • Dehradun Express- to Dehradun (Train no is 12687 Departure -9:10 pm:- Reached Dehradun 5:00 am

Take both overnight trains Dehradun to from new Delhi- Dehradun Special A/C train from Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station the best option to you. The train reached at Dehradun railway station morning 5:45 to 6:30 am if you Meet to Our office Member – joining to our upcoming batches and Group.


Option 02:- By Air

Jolly Grant airport is the nearest airport in Dehradun which is 27 km away from Dehradun city. There are flights available to Dehradun from all states in India and you can go online and book your tickets. This is the very easy way for saving your time and there are taxis also available in the airport for Dehradun city at all time and the one cost of a taxi is around Rs. 800 Rupees. You can pay directly to the taxi driver.


Option 03:- By Bus

You can reach Dehradun from Delhi by a bus, board it from (Delhi) ISBT, it is good if you are booking the seats.


(Reach Dehradun Railway Station between 5:00 am to 6:00 am and the vehicle will be arranged from there.)


ATM Point and Mobile Connectivity in Rupin Pass Trek


ATM Point

Before starting the journey to Rupin Pass, make sure that you need payments, and then take out the cash on the way, Dhaula base camp no bank and  no ATM., Purola  market is the last place where you can withdraw cash from ATM,   (If you want to withdraw money then do it in Dehradun.)


Mobile Connectivity

The phone does not work well on it. Therefore, you should ensure that you do not have to make any important calls. So make sure you finish all your important work and calls before starting the trek. Last Purola lunch point, your device will receive good networks.

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