Detailed Route
Audens Col Expedition Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
14-day grueling traverse from Gangotri to Kedarnath, requiring multiple acclimatization days.
Standard RouteThis is the standard mountain pacing for this trek. Specific operators may add an acclimatization day or alter the starting point. Check individual operator schedules for their exact logistics.
Duration
14 Days
Total Distance
75 KM
Max Altitude
18,010 FT
Trek Type
linear
Altitude Profile
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Points show end-of-day camp altitude. Summit days show peak altitude reached.
Permits Required Before You Go
Permit Cost
Foreigner Process
Strict IMF clearance and X-Visa requirements.
Nearest Embassy Hub
New Delhi
One-Way Traverse Logistics
Day by Day Breakdown
Drive Dehradun to Gangotri
Long drive to the holy town.
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Acclimatization at Gangotri
Acclimatization walk towards Bhojbasa.
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Trek Gangotri to Nala Camp
Steep climb through pine and birch forests.
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Trek Nala Camp to Rudugaira BC
Trek over moraine ridges.
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Acclimatization at Rudugaira BC
Essential rest day and short height-gain walk.
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Trek Rudugaira BC to Auden's Col BC
Rough moraine walking to reach the foot of the Col.
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Trek Auden's Col BC to Advanced BC
Move closer to the pass to shorten the massive summit day.
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Pass Day: ABC to Auden's Col to Khatling Camp
Start at 1 AM. Roped climb to 18,011ft. Terrifying rappel down the ice wall.
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Trek Khatling Glacier to Waterfall Camp
Navigate the maze of deep crevasses on the massive Khatling glacier.
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Reserve Day / Weather Buffer
Buffer day.
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Trek Waterfall Camp to Chowki
Descent along the Bhilangna river.
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Trek Chowki to Masar Tal
Steep climb to the high-altitude lake.
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Trek Masar Tal to Vasuki Tal
Cross Mayali Pass (16,400ft).
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Trek Vasuki Tal to Kedarnath
Descend to the Kedarnath shrine.
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Trek Kedarnath to Gaurikund, Drive out
Descend the pilgrim trail.
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Trek Extensions & Add-ons
Mayali Pass Integration
+2 DaysThe standard route already involves climbing back up to cross Mayali Pass to exit toward Kedarnath.
Camp-by-Camp Details
Start Town
Navigation & Route Data
GPX Track Available
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Critical Navigation Notes
Khatling glacier requires visual crevasse tracking.
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This encyclopedia entry for Audens Col Expedition is curated from a mix of public survey records, first-hand climber accounts, and official permit logs. However, mountains are dynamic. If you have been on this route recently and noticed a change in terrain, water availability, or local regulations, we want to hear from you.
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Last Verified: May 2026
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