DIFFICULTY
Moderate
DURATION
8 Days
BEST TIME
May – June
Sept – Oct
COST
Cost on Enquiry
OVERVIEW
The Bali Pass trek is an exciting and challenging trail that connects the Har Ki Dun valley with Yamunotri, offering trekkers a unique and spiritual experience. The journey begins at Sankri village, which serves as the base for more than 25 treks in Uttarakhand, and concludes at Janki Chatti. Along the way, hikers can explore a variety of natural wonders, including rich grasslands, mountain ridges, pine forests, and glacial ranges. The trek provides stunning views of the Bandarpoonch, Kalanag, and Swargarohini peaks.
The highlight of the trek is the opportunity to visit the Yamunotri temple, one of the major attractions of the region. In addition, the Dev Thach alpine meadows located in the middle of the Ruinsara forest are a sight to behold. The trek also includes a visit to the sacred Ruinsara Tal glacial lake, which is renowned for its unmatched beauty and grandeur and is accompanied by a mythological story.
However, the Bali Pass trek is not for the faint-hearted. It includes challenging terrains, steep ascents and descents, exhilarating pass crossings, and narrow trails, which require a great deal of physical and mental endurance to complete successfully. Nevertheless, for those who are up for the challenge, the Bali Pass trek is a must-do for experiencing nature at its best and pushing personal limits.
INCLUSIONS
- Travel from Sankari to Taluka
- Accommodation – 1 night in Sankri. 6 nights in tents on the trek.
- Highly nutritious Veg Food. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on all days. (Only Dinner on D1, Breakfast on D7)
- Medical Safety – stretcher, oxygen cylinder, medical kits.
- Qualified mountaineer and certified trek leaders, guides, and support staff
- Trek Equipments – Sleeping bags, foam mats, tents, kitchen tents, dining tents, toilet tents.
- All the necessary technical equipment required for the expedition
- All fees & Permits
- Participants will get an exclusive 15% discount on all Fast&Up products.
EXCLUSIONS
- Food during transit
- Mules/Porters to carry personal luggage (Pack as much as you need)
- Traveling from Dehradun to Sankri and from Yamnotri to Dehradun
- Food during travel
- Offloading bag charges
- Hotels charges at Yamnotri, if required.
- Personal clothing, shoes, backpacks, Toiletries, etc.
- Any kind of personal expenses
- Tips to guide/porter
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions of the package
- Personal Insurance
PREPARATION GUIDE
- This is a moderate to hard-level trek. Thus, you need to have previous trekking experience.
- You shall be fit, healthy, and willing to make an extra effort.
- Training for 3-4 weeks would be enough.
- Walk uphill or stairs steps with a backpack.
- It’d be great if you build a healthy amount of cardiovascular endurance. Jogging is the best exercise to increase your stamina.
- For detailed advice and coordination, we’ll have a WhatsApp group.
THINGS TO PACK
For Your Head:
- Woolen warm cap to protect against cold winds
- Balaclava for extra warmth
- Bandana (can be used as a sweatband or to cover your face from dust)
For Your Feet:
- 2-3 pairs of regular socks
- 1 pair of thick woolen socks for warmth
- Trekking boots with ankle support and good grip
- Extra pair of comfortable sneakers or shoes to wear at the campsite
For Your Hands:
- 1-2 pairs of warm inner gloves
- 1 pair of waterproof gloves to keep your hands dry
- Hand warmers (optional, but useful in very cold weather)
- A pair of fleece gloves for extra insulation
Clothing: The Armor of the Adventurer:
- 1 pair of thermal innerwear (top and bottom) for base warmth
- 2 pairs of lightweight, quick-dry trekking pants
- 1 pair of windproof and waterproof Gore-Tex trousers
- 1 Gore-Tex or waterproof jacket for wind and rain protection
- 1 poncho (optional) for sudden rain
- 1 fleece jacket for light warmth
- 3–4 full-sleeve dry-fit T-shirts for layering
- 1 heavy down or padded jacket for extreme cold
Navigational & Survival Gear:
- 20L backpack (for water, snacks, fleece, etc.)
- Duffel bag (provided by us; carried by mules/porters)
- 1 trekking pole (or 2 for better balance)
- Tiffin box for packed lunch
- Filter water bottle
- Thermos flask (for warm water or tea)
Personal Care Compact:
- Toothbrush & toothpaste
- Face towel, tissues & wet wipes
- Hand sanitizer & lip balm
- Moisturizer (optional but helpful in dry climate)
- Personal medication kit
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Illumination & Eye Protection:
- Headlamp with extra batteries – a must-have for night treks and early morning starts
- Sunglasses – Polarized, Category 4 with 100% UV protection and a wrap-around fit to guard your eyes from harsh sun glare and snowy reflections. Carry a backup pair just in case.
Soul Nourishment:
- Camera – capture the beauty and magic of the mountains
- Music player or earphones – enjoy peaceful moments with your favorite tunes
- Books or playing cards – perfect for downtime and relaxing at camp