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Sarthal Pass-4N/5D

🗺️ Destinations Covered: Pathankot – Bhaderwah – Sarthal – Sarthal Pass – Guldanda – Kishtwar

Pickup & Drop:   Pathankot Railway Station / Bhaderwah

Price: ₹17,999/- per person (Minimum 10 Pax)

🌄 Tour Highlights

Crossover trek through Sarthal Pass (12,000 ft) connecting Bhaderwah to Kishtwar-Dense deodar forests, alpine meadows & remote mountain villages-Experience the scenic beauty of Sarthal Valley, offbeat and unspoiled-Authentic stay experiences in local homes & tents-Suitable for nature lovers, photography enthusiasts & cultural explorers

🗺️ Tour Itinerary

🗺️ Destinations Covered: Pathankot – Bhaderwah – Sarthal – Sarthal Pass – Guldanda – Kishtwar


🚙 Day 1: Pickup from Pathankot – Transfer to Bhaderwah (200 KM / 6 hrs)

  • Scenic drive through the Chenab Valley
  • Visit Gupt Ganga and Bhaderwah Fort
    Stay: Guesthouse / Hotel in Bhaderwah

🏞️ Day 2: Bhaderwah – Sarthal Valley Drive + Local Acclimatization

  • Drive to Sarthal (2 hrs), setup camp
  • Acclimatization hike to nearby ridges, sunset photography
    Stay: Alpine tents / Campsite

🥾 Day 3: Trek from Sarthal to Sarthal Pass (12,000 ft) – Camp at Guldanda

  • Full-day moderate ascent through meadows, ridges, and pine forests
  • Cross Sarthal Pass with panoramic views of Kishtwar and Bhaderwah valleys
    Stay: Camp at Guldanda meadow

🏕️ Day 4: Trek to Lower Kishtwar Village

  • Gradual descent into lower Kishtwar villages
  • Cultural immersion with locals, village-style dinner
    Stay: Homestay in village

🚐 Day 5: Drive to Pathankot – Departure

  • Early morning drive from Kishtwar to Pathankot (7 hrs)
  • Trip concludes by evening


💳 Payment Policy

  • 30% at booking
  • 40% before departure
  • 30% during the trek (Day 2)

📅 Best Time to Visit

Mid-May to early July and Mid-September to mid-October

(Avoid monsoon months due to landslides)

✅ Inclusions

  • Pickup/drop from Pathankot
  • All meals (veg) from Day 1 dinner to Day 5 lunch
  • Local transport (tempo/sumo)
  • Tents, sleeping bags, mats, trek permits
  • Guide, cook, helper team
  • Basic first aid & oxygen support

❌ Exclusions

  • Personal snacks, bottled drinks
  • Mule/porter for personal luggage (extra on request)
  • Medical insurance / emergency evacuation
  • Anything not listed in inclusions


📜 Terms & Conditions

  • 30% booking amount in advance
  • No refund for cancellations within 7 days
  • Weather-based itinerary changes possible
  • Trekker's safety is top priority — follow guide's instructions

🎒 Must Carry List

  • Trekking shoes & woolen socks
  • Thermals, jacket, gloves, raincoat
  • Power bank, flashlight/headlamp
  • ID proof (Aadhar/Driving License)
  • Water bottle, dry snacks
  • Sunscreen, lip balm, sunglasses
  • Personal medications/toiletries

✅ Do’s & Don’ts

✅ Do’s

  • Carry a refillable bottle – avoid plastic
  • Respect local customs & culture
  • Listen to guides on terrain/weather safety

❌ Don’ts

  • Avoid alcohol & smoking during trek
  • Don’t wander alone without a guide
  • No loud music or campfires near forests