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This lateral Khatling Glacier situated in Tehri district is the source of river Bhilangna. The glacier is surrounded by snow peaks of the Jogin Group (6466 m), Sphetic Pristwar (6905 m), Barte Kauter (6579 m), Kirti Stambh (6902 m) and Meru. The moraines on the side of the glaciers look like standing walls of gravel mud.
The trek which starts from Ghuttu. One has to trek about 45 km and pass through remote villages with thick Kharsao forest and wide open beautiful lush grassy meadows. The entry to the Bhilangna valley provides excellent spots for camping.
| Details | |
| Duration | 13 Nights / 14 Days |
| Max Altitude | 4000 Mts |
| Best Time | April-Mid June & Sep.-Mid Oct |
| Difficulty | Moderate Trek |
| Places Visit | Arrive Delhi- Haridwar-Rishikesh-Ghuttu - Gangi- Kharsali - Bhedikharg-Descend trek till Ghuttu-Rishikesh-Delhi Dep. |
Day 01: Arrive Delhi - Upon arrival meet to assistance drive to hotel for overnight.
Day 02 : Delhi Sightseeing - Morning leisure for get relax, after lunch half day Old Delhi sightseeing, visit Red Fort, Chadani Chowck, Jama Masjid and Raj Ghat (Gandhi memorial) rest of the time local market. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Delhi – Haridwar-Rishikesh (Train+24 km drive) - Early morning board train to Haridwar, by Shtabadi Exp. on arrival meet to guide visit full day Haridwar later 24 km drive to Rishikesh. On arrival check in hotel for overnight.
Day 04: Rishikesh - Ghuttu (1534 m) (223 km/ 8-9 hrs drive) - After early breakfast drive to Ghuttu via Rudraprayag, and Tilwara. En route visit small traditional villages and markets. On arrival at Ghuttu pitch tent or guest (local house) for overnight.
Day 05: Ghuttu - Gangi (5-6 hrs trekking) - After breakfast commence trek to From Ghuttu the trek begins. The trail initially cuts through terraed first to Deolang village. From there it's an easy 1.30 hours climb through the forest to Reeh Channi village and a step climb for an hour to Buranschauri. From Buranschuari its a two hour climb to Gangi village at 2585 mts. Overnight Camp.
Day 06: Gangi - Kharsali 3110 mts. (5-6 hrs trekking) - The trail drops initially for an hour to Deokhri Channi, another winter settlement for the villagers from Gangi. From there its half an hour through the forest to where the trail forks, just beyond the Kalyani stream. The left trail leads to Sahastratal lake 4872 mts. which the trail to Khatling continues straight an open area known locally as Birodh. Legend has it that this place was either the site of the old Gangi village or a meeting place for all the Bhilong villagers. From here it is two hours to Kharsali, which is a large meadow surrounded by giant conifers and Oaks, and an ideal camping place. Overnight in camp.
Day 07: Kharsali - Bhedikharg 3700 mts (6 hrs trekking) - Cross the bridge over the Kharsali stream and continue further along the forest trek to Bhelbagi. Trail follows the river for about two Km. then rises steeply through thick bush passing Bhumkodaar cave to the left of the trail. A further 2 to 3 km. of climbing brings you to Tamakund cave in an area known for its Wild flowers. From there it is just an hour walk to another good camping ground at Bhedikharg.
Day 08: Around Khatling Glacier - It takes a full day to get to the glacier and back. There are a number of spectacular hanging glacier above the main glacial floor and good view of the peaks. Overnight Camp
Day 09: Bhediklang - Gangi - After breakfast descending trek to Gangi village. Overnight at tent.
Day 10: Gangi - Ghuttu - After breakfast same way return trek to Ghuttu. Overnight tent or camp.
Day 11: Ghuttu – Rishikesh - Early in the morning after breakfast commence drive to Rishikesh, on arrival check in hotel for overnight.
Day 12: Rishikesh - After breakfast full day local sightseeing, visiti Temples, Ashrams and Ghats visit, evening witness the Ganga Ceremony "Arti" at Parmarth Niketal overnight at hotel.
Day 13: Rishikesh-Delhi - After breakfast drive to Delhi en route visit Haridwar. Drive through the plane Ganges and Yamuna. This is the most cultivated side of India. On arrival at Delhi, check in hotel.
Day 14: Delhi Dep. - After breakfast half day New Delhi sightseeing, visit Qutab Minar, Humayu's Tombe, Government Building and Lotus Temple, after farewell dinner and later drive to initernational airport. End the tour.
