Kuari Pass Lord Curzon Trail
Kuari Pass ("Doorway") was pioneered by Lord Curzon in 1905. It provides the single grandest view of Mount Nanda Devi (7,816m)—India’s second highest peak—alongside Kamet, Dronagiri, and Bethartoli.
Max Altitude12,516 ft
Duration6 Days / 5 Nights
Starting BaseRishikesh / Joshimath
Best SeasonNovember to June
Expedition Highlights
Unrivaled views of Mount Nanda Devi (7,816m) summit pyramid
Camp at Gorson Bugyal high alpine vast grasslands
Walk through ancient oak and rhododendron wilderness
Includes optional visit to Auli Ski Resort
DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE MAP
Detailed Trek Itinerary
01
Drive Rishikesh to Joshimath
🏔️ 6,150 ft🚶 Drive
Drive along Alaknanda River to Joshimath base town (6,150 ft).
02
Drive Joshimath to Dhak → Trek to Gulling Top
🏔️ 9,600 ft🚶 6 km
Short drive to Dhak village, trekking past Tugasi to Gulling camp (9,600 ft).
03
Gulling Top to Tali Forest Camp
🏔️ 11,000 ft🚶 5 km
Trek through dense ancient oak forests to Tali campsite (11,000 ft).
04
Tali Camp to Kuari Pass Summit (12,516 ft) & Back via Gorson Bugyal
🏔️ 12,516 ft🚶 12 km
Climb to Kuari Pass for 360° view of Nanda Devi, returning via Gorson Bugyal.
05
Tali to Auli Ski Resort → Drive to Joshimath
🏔️ 6,150 ft🚶 8 km
Descend through Gorson Bugyal to Auli cable car station and drive to Joshimath.
06
Drive Joshimath to Rishikesh
🏔️ 1,100 ft🚶 Drive
Return drive arriving Rishikesh by 6:00 PM.
What's Included in Package
Rishikesh Transport Pick & Drop
Joshimath Hotel Stay & Tali Camping Equipment
Certified Guides & Forest Entry Fees
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