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About Bali Pass Trek

8 Days
16,207 FT
Challenging

The Bali Pass Trek is a demanding crossover expedition connecting the Har Ki Dun valley with the Yamunotri region in the Garhwal Himalayas. Crossing the 16,207 ft Bali Pass, it combines remote valleys, alpine lakes, glaciers, and high mountain terrain suited to experienced trekkers.

Trek Highlights

Bali Pass Peak (16,200 ft)

Knife-edge bridge between two massive Himalayan river valleys.

Ruinsara Tal

A pristine glacial lake reflecting the Kalanag (Black Peak) massif.

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Common Questions

Is Bali Pass a technical trek?
It is non-technical but the final ridge crossing at 16,200 ft is very narrow and steep, requiring steady nerves.
What is the crossover route?
It connects the Tons river valley (Har Ki Dun side) to the Yamuna river valley (Yamunotri side).
Can we see the Ruinsara lake?
Yes, Ruinsara lake is a major and beautiful camping highlight on the first half of the trek.
Are microspikes needed?
Yes, absolutely. The descent on the Yamunotri side is extremely steep and icy; microspikes and trekking poles are mandatory.
Is it suitable for beginners?
No. It is a hard trek and requires prior high-altitude experience and excellent endurance.
Where is the nearest medical aid?
Janki Chatti at the end of the trek or Purola back at the base.
What is the "Odari" campsite?
Odari means "cave". It is a rocky shelter used as a camp before the final pass crossing.
Is there any mobile signal?
None. You are in deep wilderness for 6-7 days until you reach Janki Chatti.
Is Bali Pass a technical trek?
It is non-technical but the final ridge crossing at 16,200 ft is very narrow and steep, requiring steady nerves.
What is the crossover route?
It connects the Tons river valley (Har Ki Dun side) to the Yamuna river valley (Yamunotri side).
Can we see the Ruinsara lake?
Yes, Ruinsara lake is a major and beautiful camping highlight on the first half of the trek.
Are microspikes needed?
Yes, absolutely. The descent on the Yamunotri side is extremely steep and icy; microspikes and trekking poles are mandatory.
Is it suitable for beginners?
No. It is a hard trek and requires prior high-altitude experience and excellent endurance.
Where is the nearest medical aid?
Janki Chatti at the end of the trek or Purola back at the base.
What is the "Odari" campsite?
Odari means "cave". It is a rocky shelter used as a camp before the final pass crossing.
Is there any mobile signal?
None. You are in deep wilderness for 6-7 days until you reach Janki Chatti.

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