DAY 1 : DEVPRAYAG | KEDARNATH BASE ARRIVAL & ACCLIMATIZATION
Catch some tourist attractions on the way to Tala Village.Enjoy the beautiful valleys, fresh air, and tall mountains on your long drive through the winding roads of the Himalayas towards Kedarnath.
Visit some famous tourist attractions like - Devprayag (Sangam of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda), Maa Dhari Devi Temple, and Sri Nagar Dam on your way to Chopta.
Reach Sonprayag and check-in to your rooms / camps. The rest of the day is left for your leisure to rest and to wake-up fresh the next day.

DAY 2 : KEDARNATH TEMPLE 
Wake up early to witness the beautiful sunrise and post breakfast check out from our hotel.
Drive to sonprayag and take a local jeep from there to Gaurikund (Included).
Begin your trek to Kedarnath Dham - one of the Char Dham of Uttarakhand.
You can also choose Pony/Doli/Helicopter for the trek at your own cost.
Reach Kedarnath Dham by late evening.
After arriving in Kedarnath, check in to our Guest House/Campsite, freshen up, and have some leisure time.
Take your dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 3 : KEDARNATH TEMPLE DARSHAN & BACK TO BASE
Wake up early morning to visit the Kedarnath Temple.
Witness the beautiful sunrise and the mesmerising view of the high altitude peaks behind Kedarnath.
Post breakfast, check out from our guest house and begin your trek down to Gaurikund.
Drive back to Chopta.
Warm bonfire along with light music.
Savor home-style cooked dinners and overnight stays

DAY 4 : CHOPTA TUNGNATH TREK
Wake up early to witness the beautiful sunrise and post breakfast check out from our property.
Begin your trek to Tungnath - one of the Panch Kedar and the World’s highest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Trek further to magnificent Chandrashila peak situated at 13,000 ft (if weather permits) and gather for an #InstaPerfect group picture.
Trek back to Chopta. 
Start your journey towards Delhi via Rishikesh. Reach Delhi by next morning.

✔️ Transportation from Delhi to Delhi: Tempo Traveler/Cab.
✔️ Accommodation on sharing basis: Cottages/Camps (Chopta), Guest House (Kedarnath).
✔️ Experienced and cool trip leader/trek guide.
✔️ Bonfire (if weather permits) and evening snacks - only at Chopta.
✔️ Meals: Lunch (1), Dinner (4), Breakfast (4).
✔️ Driver allowances, toll taxes, parking, state taxes.

❌ Tips to guide, helper, cook or any staff member
❌ Any other expense not mentioned in the inclusions
❌ GST (5%) is applicable extra
❌ Any meals during travel from New Delhi to Chopta and vice versa.
❌ Any expenses for optional activities or tickets, unless quoted in Inclusions.
❌ Insurance, Items of personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry, etc
❌ Any Entry Fees
❌ Any additional expenses caused by a disturbance in the trip program due to circumstances like weather conditions, sickness, natural disasters, riots, etc.
❌ Any additional expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like cancellation/roadblocks/landslides/strike or any other natural causes out of human control or any emergency evacuation expenses.
❌ Anything not mentioned in Inclusions
❌Any kind of Expense for Loss / Misplaced / Theft of personal belongings.

📋 No cancellations will be taken over call or whatsapp msg. Please reply to the email of payment receipt that you have received at the time of booking.
📋 Free Cancellation up to 45 days before the departure date
📋 Booking amount is Non Refundable
📋 44 Days to 30 days of Departure date. 10% of the total Trip cost along with the booking amount will be charged as cancellation fee. 
📋 29 Days to 20 Days of Departure date. 25% of the total trip cost along with the booking amount will be charged as a cancellation fee.
📋 19 Days to 10 Days of Departure date. 50% of the total trip cost along with the booking amount will be charged as a cancellation fee.
📋 10 Days to 6 Days of Departure date. 75% of the total trip cost will be charged as cancellation fee.
📋 6 Days of Trip Departure date. 100% of the total trip cost will be charged as a cancellation fee.
📋 No Show. No refund.
📋 In case of government orders, harsh weather conditions , protests , landslides, or any other unforseen circumstances , we work out the best possible alternate plans or trips/treks. At times even if certain activities are canceled, the organization provides the best alternative, but no refunds are provided.
📋 If a trek is called off at the last moment due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.), AquillaHikes will issue a trek voucher for the full amount and if possible will provide an alternate trek. The voucher can be redeemed upto the same amount for the same trek or another trek in the next 365 days from the trek departure date.
📋 If a trek or trip cannot be completed due to natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.). No refund will be provided.
📋 Any extra expenses coming due to any natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.), will be beared by the customer. The Company will not be liable.
📋 Cancellation policies will differ during peak season and in popular places.

• Down Jacket (Main jacket)
• Raincoat/ Poncho
• Inner Layer
• Tshirt or Fleece
• Track Pant
• Extra pair of Socks
• Trekking/ Hiking Shoes (Forclaz 100 and above or Arpenaz 100. Checkout in Decathlon stores)
• Woolen Cap
• Rucksack (At least 40L)
• Mufflers/ Neck Warmer
• Extra pair of Clothes
• Undergarments
• Slippers
• Power Bank
• Sunscreen Lotion
• Sunglasses
• Torch
• Water Bottle
• Tissue Roll
• Hand Sanitizer
• Personal Toiletries
• Medicines
• First Aid Kit
  
  *Add extra thermal layers and sweater during the winter season

Q. What will be the group size of Kedarnath Temple trek?
Usually, we take a maximum of 15-18 people in one group. We believe bigger groups have less fun and less coordination so that’s why we prefer smaller groups.
We need at least 6 people to operate our fixed departure tours/treks.

Q. Who will all go along with us on the Kedarnath Temple trek?
All our treks are led by professional trek leaders who are certified, mountaineers. Apart from them, there will be one local guide, cook, helper, porters, and other staff.

Q. I am the only girl in the group. Is it safe for Kedarnath Temple trek solo ?
Yes it definitely is, the safety of girls is most important for us. All our guides and other staff are carefully chosen for trips/treks. They are honest and reliable but we also advise you to take care of your personal belongings.

Q. What are the things that we need to carry on the Deoriatal Chopta Chandrashila trek?
Once you confirm the trip/trek and are done with the booking, we will send you the packing list according to the trip/trek.

Q. What type of ground transportation will be used on the trip?
We hire taxis such as Innova, Tempo Traveller, Bolero, Tata Sumo, etc. from our vendors.

Q. I cannot carry my rucksack/bag on the trek, can I offload it?
We always recommend that you carry your rucksack during the trek because it helps in maintaining your body posture. In case if you cannot, then we can provide you with a mule/porter to carry your rucksack. You will have to tell us at least 1 week before the trek. The charges for offloading would be INR 300 per person per day.

Q. Which shoes should I buy?
Shoes are your lifeline on the trek. It is highly advisable to buy trekking shoes for a good and well-known brand. You can consider companies like Quechua, Columbia, etc. Waterproof shoes with ankle support will work well.

Q. What are the washroom/toilet facilities like on the Kedarnath Temple trek?
During the treks, separate toilet tents will be set up on each campsite.

Q. What will be the type of accommodation?
There will be homestays / Camps.

Q. How can I book a Kedarnath Temple trek with you?
After selecting the trip/trek, you can book by clicking on the book now button or you can contact us and we will guide you in the booking.

Q. What type of food is served during the Kedarnath Temple trek?
We provide nutritious and healthy food during the treks. We always serve Indian vegetarian food and eggs.

Q. How to get safe drinking water on the trek?
Himalayan water is considered the purest water and safe to drink. But for safety purposes, we sometimes boil the water and then use it for drinking and cooking.
In case you find any clean water on the trek, always fill your water where the water is running not where the water is stable or is at rest.

Q. Can we change the itinerary?
Yes, you can give suggestions. We will look into it and if we find it feasible then we will apply it.

Q. Can you customize the trip/trek?
Yes, we can customize any trip/trek as per your needs and as per the feasibility.

Q. Will the doctor accompany us on the Kedarnath Temple trek?
No, but our trek leaders are certified in Wildlife First Aid courses and they always carry first aid kits and oxygen cylinders on high altitude treks.

Q. Do you prefer I should bring some medicine with me?
Yes, it is advisable that you carry your own medication on the Deoriatal Chopta Chandrashila trek.

Q. Can I take my child along on this trek? What is the age limit?
It depends on the difficulty level of the trek. The minimum age for eligibility is 14 years.

Q. What will we do if it rains?
If it starts raining slowly while trekking then we will continue our trek as per the plan. Your poncho will keep you dry. In case if it is raining heavily then we will try to find any shelter and wait for the rain to stop or slow. If it rains at the campsite then there would not be any problem because all our living tents, kitchen tents and toilet tents are waterproof. You will stay dry inside.

Q. Is trekking pole necessary for Kedarnath Temple trek?
It differs from person to person. If you think that it would help you maintaining balance while trekking then do bring the pole. Some people think that the trekking pole disturbs the walking rhythm. So it’s up to you.

Priyasha Aggarwal
I went with Aquilla hikes for my first trek to Kedarnath. It was one of the best experiences of my life. Highly professional and supportive they are. Being a solo traveler travelling in a group of unknown people felt safe and all the arrangements were taken care of by Aquilla hikes. Kudos to their team for managing things so well. I would love to travel with them more often. 😃I went with Aquilla hikes for my first trek to Kedarnath. It was one of the best experiences of my life. Highly professional and supportive they are. Being a solo traveler travelling in a group of unknown people felt safe and all the arrangements were taken care of by Aquilla hikes. Kudos to their team for managing things so well. I would love to travel with them more often. 😃

Ankit Yadav
As they say "Climb mountains not so the world can see you, but so you can see the world.", Well i would like to add to it that not only the world, my recent trip at Kedarnath made me experience the existence of Lord Shiva. I could barely resist myself from experiencing that feeling. It was full of enthusiasm, courage above all I got to know myself a lot more.Being a fauji, I must say the climb was not that easy I had thought. But, as the saying goes where there is a will, there is way. I found my way with Aquilla Hikes to reach Kedarnath. With unknown members in the group, thus with many unknown stories, I got gelled with the group just like that. And I was surprised and consider myself lucky enough that Bholenath was so overwhelming that I had someone to look for and to care for. I won't disclose much but my comrades at that trip know well what I am saying here. Yes, I got lucky and all the credit goes to Bholenath as well as Akash and Aquilla Hikes.Aquilla Hikes, I wish to plan my many upcoming trips from your side. At last, I thank all of my teammates and Aquilla Hikes for being part of this great journey.Love 💗💗

Ruchi
It was great!! Enjoyed a lot !!!Coordinator was great!!! Food was awesome!!It was my first solo trip and it was fun, met a lot of strangers and now they r like family....#i will surely recommend Aquilla Hikes