Event Details

BALPATA TOP WINTER TREK

(Feb 18, 2024 to Feb 22, 2024)

Balpata Top is a short trek in Chamoli, Uttarakhand and is fast becoming very popular amongst trekkers. It receives a very good snow fall in winter. The trek is ideal for all age group people with normal physical fitness level. Come and enjoy the beauty of Himalayas in winters.

This event is for registered STEP members only. If you're not a STEP member, you can become one by applying online here.

Date & Day Particulars
Sun, 18 Feb Reporting at Ghat (near Nandprayag,Chamoli), Uttarakhand in the afternoon by 3 PM Travel to Ghuni Village by jeeps. Night in homestay. 35 kms
Mon, 19 Feb Trek to Chechini Pass (9500 ft) trek. Around 5 4-5 hrs. Night stay in tents. 6 kms
Tue, 20 Feb Chechhini Pass to Balpata top (11500 ft) trek and back to Chechini Pass – 6- 7 hrs. Night stay in tents 6 kms both way
Wed, 21 Feb Chechini pass to Ghuni .. Trek. Night stay in Homestay. 6 kms
Thu, 22 Feb Drop to Ghat after breakfast and check out 35 kms

Other Details
Participation Fee Rs.10500.00
Difficulty Level Moderate
No. of Participants Minimum-10, Maximum-20
Registration Closes on 31 January, 2024
Group Management by Shri Vijay Pal
Mob.9717638104
For Queries Contact Shri Som Nath Pal (Mob.9891996441)
Inclusions inclusive of travel ex-Ghat, Accidental Group Insurance, simple accommodation in homestays and tents and vegetarian meals
Exclusions Doesnot include personal porterage and anything not included in inclusions.
Cancellations Charges Cancellations Charges: 10% if notice of cancellation is received 30 days, 25% on a notice between 15-29 days, 40% on a notice between 7-14 days before the commencement of programme. No fee is refundable on a notice of less than 7 days.
Other Important Instructions STEP takes every care for the safety of the participants during the trekking expeditions. However, it should not be held responsible in the event of any mishap and accident.
NOTE: Schedule is tentative and subject to change without any notice.

Important Instructions
  • The participation is open to the members of “SOCIETY FOR TREKKING AND ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVATION”. To learn more about how to become a member of our society, please click here.
  • Fee is payable by cash/cheque/DD in favour of “SOCIETY FOR TREKKING AND ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVATION” payable at New Delhi. Rs.250/- will be charged extra for dishonoured cheque and such members will have to pay fee by cash or DD only.
  • The members can also deposit fee in our Saving Bank A/c No. 012900 0100526284 with Punjab National Bank, Minto Road Branch, New Delhi and send us the scan/photo copy of deposit slip.
  • The desirous participants shall apply in prescribed participation form along with necessary risk certificate/medical certificate.
  • Please note that dates, schedule, duration, fee of any programme is subject to change without any notice.
  • The Management Committee reserves the right to reject any application for Membership/Participation without assigning any reasons thereof.

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