Dodital Trek

Price From * ₹ 16,500   16,000 /person
* Discounts may vary across departures
Region :
Uttarakhand, India
Duration :
08 Days
Difficulty :
Moderate
Group Size :
06 to 12
Starts From :
Rishikesh
Ends At :
Rishikesh

Dodital lake is a circular lake located in the midst of a forest at an altitude of nearly 10,000 feet. The approach to the trek is from Sangamchatti ( 4500 feet ) near Uttarkashi. A day hike to Darwa top ( 13,300 feet ) from the lake rewards the trekkers with a beautiful panoramic view of Himalayas.

The trek route goes through quaint Garhwali villages, thick forests of oak and rhododendron. It is truly a nature lover’s delight. Apart from few sections of stiff climbs, most of the route is of moderate difficulty.

ITINERARY

Day 01 : Drive to Uttarkashi

Early morning pickup from Haridwar/Rishikesh, drive about 7 hours to reach Uttarkashi, overnight at guest house near Uttarkashi.

Day 02 : Trek Sangamchatti to Bevra

Gradual ascent from Sangamchatti till Agoda village after which the path eases out. Camp is a little ahead of Agoda near the Bevra village. Total distance around 9 kms which would take about 4-5 hours. Overnight camp.

Day 03 : Trek Bevra to Manjhi

Walk through thick oak and pine forest, the route is clearly marked and gradually climbs most of the way. Total distance would be around 8 kms, duration taking approximately 4 hours. Overnight camp.

Day 04 : Manjhi to Dodital

The trail would go through forest of Rhododendron, pine and oak. Today it would be a relaxed walk and one should reach by afternoon at the lake. Dodital is considered as the birth place of lord Ganesha. Total distance is around 7 kms, duration of around 4 hours. Overnight camp.

Day 05 : Dodital to Darwa top and back

We would do a day hike to Darwa top, from where one can get an amazing view of the Himalayan ranges. Bandarpoonch range is one of the most prominent. The hike to Darwa top would be a constant and stiff climb. Return to camp for hot lunch. Post afternoon relax. Overnight camp.

Day 06 : Trek Dodital to Bevra

The trek back to Bevra would be long but less demanding as it would have large sections of gradual downhill walks. Overnight camp at Bevra.

Day 07 : Bevra to Sangamchatti

Trek back to Sangamchatti, from where a short drive to guest house/hotel at Uttarkashi. Overnight Hotel/Guest house.

Day 08 : Drive Uttarkashi to Rishikesh

Drive to Rishikesh.

INCLUSIONS

  • Travel arrangements ( non AC ) ex Rishikesh.
  • Two nights stay at guest house and five nights in camp on twin share basis.
  • All meals during trek.
  • Suitable camping gear including tents, sleeping bags, and cooking/mess arrangements.
  • Trekking/camping permits, Forest/National parks entry fees/permits, all necessary legal paperwork & documentation.
  • Porters/mules for luggage transfer of guests
  • Comprehensive first aid kit.

EXCLUSIONS

  • Train/Air fares up to and from the starting and ending points.
  • Meals and refreshments during the road journey and during hotel stays.
  • Insurance of any kind
  • Expenses of personal nature, alcoholic drinks etc.
  • Anything not mentioned explicitly in the schedule/program.

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Tour name: Dodital Trek

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Participant should be minimum 08 years of age.
  • People with past history/ailment of heart, asthma, epilepsy should take doctor’s advice.
  • If prospective participant is on any support medication or device, they need to discuss with us in advance prior to enrolling for this tour.
  • One should have basic level of fitness and preferably some comfort in water to get the best experience of this tour.
  • Additionally please read and understand the Disclaimers.

CANCELLATION CHARGES FOR THIS TOUR are levied as per the following schedule

Last 12 day(s) excluding departure date : 25 %
Last 08 day(s) excluding departure date : 50 %
Last 04 day(s) excluding departure date : 100 %

+ Charges are calculated excluding the departure date
+ Date is computed till 5 PM of the day of cancellation ( IST )
+ Schedule of cancellation charges may vary across different tours

Example of a charge calculation:
If departure date is 10-March-2020 and cancellation was done on 6-March-2020 at 4:30 PM, then charges will be calculated as per last 04 days excluding departure date.However if cancellation was done on 6-March-2020 at 6 PM, then it is understood as last 03 days excluding departure date


This tour is operated from October to June months. Best experience can be had from October to December and from March to May. Snow experience is possible from late December to late March.


Personal torch, small daypack/backpack to hold the day walk necessities, all clothing/luggage in rucksack/soft bags suitable to be carried on ponies, warm clothing, inner fleece body warmer lining, comfortable shoes suitable for hikes/treks, windproof jacket, warm headgear/balaclava, gloves, trekking pole, cameras, personal medication ( first aid would be provided ), sun protection and moisturizing cream etc.

Please pack compact and only necessary items. Do NOT bring any stroller bags or any hard suitcases. Ideally you should have a backpack for your day requirements carrying water bottle, jacket, cap, lunch, gloves etc. and a duffel bag for your main luggage which is to be transferred by ponies.


This tour starts and ends at Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India

Nearest railway station- Haridwar ( 25 kms )
Nearest airport- Dehradun ( Jolly Grant ) 25 kms
Rishikesh is well connected by road.

We can provide pick & drop ex Haridwar or Dehradun at additional expense.


Guests will be picked up from Tapovan, Rishikesh, NH58, Badrinath Highway.
More accurate pickup location and timing would be coordinated closer to the departure date.

We can organize pickup/drop from Dehradun airport or Haridwar railway station at additional expense.


INDEMNITY/DISCLAIMER AGREEMENT

All participants are compulsorily required to sign a disclaimer form that legally indemnifies TEAM 4 ADVENTURE and all team members against any mishappening on the tour. Prospective participants are required to understand this, and enroll for the tour only if they consent to the same.

CAMPING AND WILDERNESS DISCLAIMER
  • This tour involves camping in the wilderness, and guests are expected to rough it out, if situation so demands.
  • During most of the tour period, we would away from road support and any formal medical facilities. Communication to the outside world would also be severely limited.
  • Any evacuation would be demanding and costs for the same would be borne by the participants concerned.
  • Due to weather disruptions, road blocks, land slides and other situations which may not be under our control, the tour can get delayed or modified. Any costs or losses arising due to such unforeseen situations would be borne by the participants.
  • No personalized/room service is possible.
  • All meals and refreshments would be served in the common mess area at decided timings.
  • Toilets are tented dry pit based.
  • Bathing facility may not be possible.