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Maldaru Tal Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
A 4-day immersive expedition traversing diverse Himalayan landscapes and alpine altitudes.
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
4 Days
Total Distance
26 KM
Max Altitude
13,200 FT
Trek Type
linear
Permits Required Before You Go
Permit Cost
Where to Get
Taluka checkpost
Documents
ID
Foreign Nationals
Additional fees apply.
Foreigner Process
Standard national park permits required.
Nearest Embassy Hub
New Delhi
Day by Day Breakdown
Camp Alt
8,000 ft
Day Gain
+5,808 ft
Drive to Taluka & Trek to Osla
Osla is an ancient Garhwali village with Mahabharata-era heritage.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
The vehicle route ends, transitioning into a densely forested river valley trail.
Field Notes
KEY ACTIONRiver Crossings
Plan to cross early in the day before snowmelt swells the water levels. Unclip backpack waist belts before crossing.
Camp Alt
11,000 ft
Day Gain
+3,000 ft
Reach Maldaru Base Camp
Branch off main Har Ki Dun trail. Guide essential from here.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
Vegetation gives way to barren glacial debris as the route enters the expansive moraine basin and ablation zone of the Jaundhar glacier moraine.
Camp Alt
11,000 ft
Day Gain
0 ft
Today's Objective
💧 Reach Maldaru Tal
Day hike to lake. Option to camp at lakeside.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
Crossing the high-altitude pass bridges two distinct watershed systems, shifting the expedition over the glaciated divide and down into a new river basin.
Field Notes
Use Trekking Poles
Trekking poles are highly recommended to save your knees on the descent.
INFOSlower Progress
Progress will be significantly slower and more taxing on your ankles than trail distance suggests.
Camp Alt
2,192 ft
Day Gain
-8,808 ft
Trek to Taluka & Drive to Dehradun
A relatively flat but long descent walking along the Supin riverbed toward the Taluka roadhead. The transition from remote alpine trails back to civilization concludes with a bumpy transit drive to Sankri.
Key Landmarks
The Maldaru alpine basin transitions steeply downward back into the forested river gorge.
Field Notes
KEY ACTIONRiver Crossings
Plan to cross early in the day before snowmelt swells the water levels. Unclip backpack waist belts before crossing.
Trek Extensions & Add-ons
Har Ki Dun Valley Extension
+3 DaysContinue from Osla on the main Har Ki Dun trail for a complete 7-day Govind Sanctuary experience.
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