Kuari Pass Trek - Lord Curzon Trail
By commencing the Kuari Pass Trek, the avid trekkers can explore the Himalayan areas that are waiting to be discovered. With every climb, a totally different hue of the natural vista unfolds in front of your eyes. From the rosy rhododendrons, the green meadows to the pristine snow-shrouded lakes, one can see everything here.
The Kuari Pass offers spellbinding views of the imposing Himalayas. From here, one can behold a magnificent sight of the Chaukhamba Range, Mana (7272m), Kamet (7756m) and Abl Gamin (7355m), extending to the Tibet border. In the middle foreground, a number of spectacular peaks including Dunagiri (7066m) and Changabang (6864m) enclose the Nanda Devi Sanctuary while the snowcapped ranges extend to Gangotri, on its west. Apart from these, Nanda Ghunti, Hathi Ghoda Parbat, Neelkanth, Dronagiri, Mukut Parbat, Mana, Rishi Pahad, and Changbang are some of the peaks that can also be seen from here.
The trek to Kauri Pass begins from Joshimath, which has evolved into the hub for trekkers and pilgrims. The best of the Kuari Pass is that you get to visit the most remarkable Gorson Bugyal (meadows), consisting of vast green pastures with Himalaya Views. On this trek, you will also visit Auli, which is famous for its beautiful skiing slopes in the winter.
Kuari Pass Winter Trek: The snow-clad Kuari pass winter trek is also equally popular among trekkers. It offers totally a different scenic beauty when the meaodws are covered with snow and lakes are frozen. Also, you get to visit Auli in its best season and you can also enjoy skiing in Auli as well.
There are four routes to reach Kuari Pass
Trek Route 1 or Curzon Trail: Ghat, Ramni, Sanatoli to Kuari Pass ( 06 days)
Ghat is a small friendly settlement in the Nandakini Valley and located about 19 km from Nandprayag. From Ghat, the trekking route goes via Ramni, Sarkot, Jhenjipatni, Pana, Irani, Sanatoli, and Domabhiti to the Kuari Pass.
Trek Route 2 : Joshimath, Auli, and Gorson to Kuari Pass (05 days)
From Auli, the trekking route trails its way though the bugyals and rich green forests, with the Himalayas always in view, to Gailgarh and Kuari. The camping grounds are an absolute delight – areas of undulating slopes, carpeted with rich, green grass and set in beautiful natural surroundings. From Tali to Chitrakantha, there is only a goat track and horses and mules cannot go along here.
Trek Route 3 : Joshimath, Mirag, Tugasi and Khulara to Kuari Pass (05 days)
This trek starts from Joshimath via Mirag, Tugasi and Khulara to Gailgarh and Kuari pass is popular with those who have no interest in the bugyals of Auli and Gorson.
Trek Route 4 : Tapovan, Khulara to Kuari Pass (05 days)
This trek starts from Tapovan, which is 16 km from Joshimath on the main road to Malari. The trek begins and ends with a climb and takes one through the glorious Tapovan Valley. Although it is the shortest route and meets the third trek at Khulara the climb on this route is very steep and tiring. It is always better to climb down on this route.
Staying in Kuari Pass Trek
Situated in the vast Garhwal Himalayas, Kuari Pass is a trek to remember due to its breathtaking views of some of the majestic peaks in Uttarakhand. Trekkers tend to take camping equipment along with them and set up camps at a suitable location at night. Tour and trek operators usually provide tents and other equipment to the trekkers.
Kuari Pass Trek Food Guide
Again, it is not possible for anyone find a restaurant at Kuari Pass as the place is uninhabitable. Trekkers take some snacks with themselves that they can purchase at lower altitudes, preferably before starting the trek. A cook can prepare a delicious cooked meal provided the ration is taken along with. Packaged food is usually the best option when traveling to higher altitudes.
History of Kuari Pass Trek
The Kuari Pass Trek got famous after Lord Curzon, Eric Shipton and Bill Tilman used the passage in their pioneering explorations of the region in 1905. The Kuari Pass trek is also known as The Curzon Trail (named after the former British Viceroy Of India Lord Curzon) and it is said that the path was specially improved so that he could do the trek.
In 1905 Lord Curzon reached Kuari pass from Ghat via Ramni, crossing few lesser passes (Vinayak Pass, Tali Top) and five major rivers - the Pindar, Kaliganga, Mandakini, Bheriganga and the Dhauliganga. This trek is very popular among European and American Travelers.
Kuari Pass Trek Weather
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Kuari Pass Trek Weather in December
The minimun and maximum temperature in December in Kuari Pass Trek is -10°C and 4°C respectively. The weather is generally covered with snow in December and you would feel chilling cold throughout the day. Heavy Woolen clothes are recommended for Kuari Pass Trek in December.
What is Kuari Pass Trek famous for?
Kuari Pass Trek is famous among tourist as Trekking, Pass, Expedition, Snow Trek, Winter Trek, Lord Curzon Trail, Viceroy Hunting Trail.
Kuari Pass Trek is recommended destination for Foreigners, Groups, Solo.
Kuari Pass Trek is popular destination for following activities/ interests - Adventure, Camping, Christmas and New Year, High Altitude Mountain Pass, Trekking, Winter Treks.
