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Destinations Covered during during Khuliya Top Trek Trek : Khathgodam, Munsiyari, Almora
Here’s a short itinerary :
Day 1: Drive from Kathgodam to Munsiyari.
Day 2: Trek from Munsyari to Bhujani (10000Ft.).
Day 3: Trek from Bhujani to Khalia Top (11500Ft.).
Day 4: Khalia to Balanti (9600 Ft.).
Day 5: Drive from Balanti to Kathgodam.
Detailed trek itinerary
Day 1 : Drive from Kathgodam to Munsiyari
Arrive at Kathgodam Railway station and start the scenic drive to Munsiyari. Munsiyari is a small town located at an altitude of 2250 Metres (7380 Feet) above from sea level in Pithoragarh district and about 290 Kms from Kathgodam. Drive to Munsiyari from Kathgodam is scenic one. One can see various trees of Chir, Deodar, Pine, Oak and rhododendrons. You pass through Almora, Bageshwar Kausani, Choukhori and Thal. The road winds itself all the way up to Kalamuni top at a height of 9027 ft before descending into the glorious Munsiyari valley surrounded by snowcapped peaks.
Day 2 : Trek from Munsyari to Bhujani (10000Ft.)
The trek to Bhujani is 4 kms takes about 5 hours. We walk through rhododendron and oak forests and climb up to 10000 ft. The trek to Bhujani is a steep and gradual climb to the campsite. The Bhirti falls enroute is an added attraction. The campsite is amidst the oak forests with the stunning view of Panchachuli peak. You can experience the thrill of Valley crossing half up the trek. Overnight camp at Bhujani.
Day 3 : Trek from Bhujani to Khalia Top (11500Ft.)
The trek to Khalia Top is 6 kms long and takes 5 hours. As you leave Bhujani the open sky with vast meadows beckon you. Khalia top is a vast meadow in the Kumaon Himalayas and it offers a panoramic 360 degree view of the mountain ranges and the snowline that covers them. Overnight camp at Khalia top.
Day 4 : Khalia to Balanti (9600 Ft.)
The descend from Khalia top to Balanti is gradual. Once you leave the skyline the oak forest surrounds you and the greater Himalayan ranges loom ahead in front. Overnight camp at Balanti.
Day 5 : Drive from Balanti to Kathgodam
From Balanti the road head is 2 kms walk and takes about 2 hours to reach and you drive back to Kathgodam. Reach Kathgodam in the evening take return transport for your onward journey.
