KALINDIKHAL TREK
For the most adventurous trekkers, with fundamental knowledge of the
mountains, this trek provides a rare experience. The trek provides a rare
experience. The trek takes one from Nandanvan to Vasuki Tal after due
acclimatization.
There is a gradual ascent of 10 kms, thereafter, the trek negotiates
Kharapathar at a height of 5456 m before camping at Kalindi base (5590 m.)
Crossing the Kalindi Pass, one treks down to Arwa glacier and Arwa Tal
(3980 M) to Badarinath via Ghastoli with two main rivers crossing on the
way.
GMVN arranges this trek for 12 days, under normal weather conditions.
| Place | Altitude (in m.) | District (in Kms.) | Accommodation |
| Gangotri | 3048 | TB, F, PWD, DS | |
| Nandanvan | 4500 | 24 (trek) | T |
| Vasuki Tal | 5300 | 10(trek) | T |
| Kharapathar | 5500 | 8 (trek) | T |
| Kalindi Base | 5590 | 6 (trek) | T |
| Arwa Tal | 3980 | 14 (trek) | T |
| Ghastoli | 3600 | 18 (trek) | T |
| Badrinath | 3110 | 17 (trek) | TB, H, DS, PWD |