Pangarchulla Peak
A snow-laden summit climb over the Kuari trail
Why this trek is special
- ✦A proper 15,000 ft summit push with snow climbs
- ✦Nanda Devi, Dronagiri & Hathi-Ghoda peaks in your face
- ✦Long snow ridge walks in spring
- ✦The thrill of a peak, not just a pass
Difficulty: Moderate-Difficult
Rated 4/5 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.
A full day's drive along the Alaknanda through Devprayag, Rudraprayag and Karnaprayag.
What's included
✓ Inclusions
- ✓ All meals on trek
- ✓ Alpine tents, -15°C sleeping bags & mats
- ✓ Micro-spikes, gaiters & summit-day ropes
- ✓ Trek leader + technical guide for summit
- ✓ Forest permits & camping charges
✗ Exclusions
- ✗ Transport Rishikesh ↔ Joshimath (shareable cab)
- ✗ Backpack offloading
- ✗ Personal expenses & insurance
Permits & paperwork
Nanda Devi forest division permits are arranged and included. One prior Himalayan trek is strongly recommended before attempting the summit day.
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 Pangarchulla Peak? Month-by-month guides
Weather, temperatures and packing for every month — green months are in season.