Deoban
Deodar forests and a 200-km Himalayan horizon
Why this trek is special
- ✦Cathedral-quiet deodar forests — 'Deoban' means forest of the gods
- ✦Vyas Shikhar viewpoint: Swargarohini to Kinnaur Kailash
- ✦Gentle forest trails perfect for beginners & birders
- ✦Crisp cantonment-town charm of old Chakrata
Difficulty: Easy
Rated 1/5 on the TrekNova Adventures scale — based on altitude gain, trail length, terrain and exit options.
Altitude profile
Day-wise itinerary
Tap a day to expand. Distances and timings are for an average fit trekker.
Drive up through the quiet cantonment town of Chakrata and into the deodar belt. A short walk brings you to camp in a forest clearing — silence, resin-scent, and koklass pheasants calling at dusk.
What's included
✓ Inclusions
- ✓ All meals on trek
- ✓ Alpine tents on twin sharing + sleeping bags
- ✓ Trek leader + local guide
- ✓ Forest permits & camping charges
- ✓ Bonfire (weather permitting)
✗ Exclusions
- ✗ Transport Dehradun ↔ Chakrata (shareable cab)
- ✗ Personal expenses
Permits & paperwork
Chakrata falls in a cantonment-controlled area — entry formalities and Kalsi forest division permits are handled by us. Indian nationals only on this trail; carry an original govt. photo ID.
Backpack offloading
Don't want to carry your rucksack? Our mules and porters will carry it camp-to-camp while you walk with a light daypack. Bags must be under 9 kg, soft-sided, without wheels.
Cancellation policy
When to do Deoban? Month-by-month guides
Weather, temperatures and packing for every month — green months are in season.
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