Rupin Pass Trek

One of India's most stunning and diverse treks — the Rupin Pass route takes you through waterfalls, snow bridges, hanging villages, and a dramatic 4,650m snow wall crossing.

Hard 8 Days 15,250 ft (4,650m)
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.

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