DifficultyHard
Duration8 Days
Max Altitude15,250 ft (4,650m)
Starting Price₹21,999/person
Best SeasonMay – June | September – October
RegionUttarkashi, Uttarakhand
Trek Highlights
- The iconic Rupin waterfall — a 1,500m tiered fall that dominates the valley
- Snow bridge crossings and moraine traverses
- Jakha and Dhaula hanging villages — stone houses built into cliff faces
- The dramatic snow wall approach to Rupin Pass (4,650m)
- One of the fastest elevation gains in Indian trekking — visually spectacular
- Rated by National Geographic as one of world's best adventure treks
Itinerary
Day 1
Mumbai → Dehradun. Drive to Dhaula/Sangla (departure side)
Day 2
Dhaula → Sewa (2,700m). Trek begins along Rupin river
Day 3
Sewa → Rupin Waterfall base (3,200m). View the iconic tiered fall
Day 4
Cross Rupin waterfall via snow bridge. Upper Waterfall camp (3,650m)
Day 5
Upper Waterfall → Snow Line camp (4,200m). Snow bridge crossings
Day 6
Summit Day — Rupin Pass (4,650m) → Descent to Ronti Gad
Day 7
Ronti Gad → Sangla/Chitkul
Day 8
Sangla → Shimla/Chandigarh → Mumbai departure
What's Included
Included ✓
- Complete transport
- Expert guide
- All 14 meals on trek
- Tents + sleeping bags
- Microspikes, poles (loan)
- Medical kit + emergency oxygen
Not Included ✗
- Flights
- Personal gear
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this for beginners?
No — Rupin Pass is Hard level. A minimum of 5+ completed treks including at least one multi-day Himalayan trek is required.
What is the snow wall?
The final approach to Rupin Pass involves a 45-degree snow slope. This is the most technically demanding section and is assisted with ropes and ice axes by our guides.