JUNIPER WINTER 2012

T R E K TO C H U R D H A R
A PR I L 12 -1 5 , 2012

This is as far as we got in 2007.

Our 2007 group was badly equipped.

Aborted Trip in April 2007

The above photographs was taken on the 8th of April 2007 at a height of 3300m on
Churdhar Peak. We were in terms of height about 350 meters below the summit and
could not climb further due to heavy snow and some slippery sections enroute. It was
also snowing and many in the group were not equipped to trek in snow. Our learning
from the 2007 experience is that while Churdhar is not a high peak it should not be
viewed as a leisurely walk up. This year the snow fall has been the highest in many
years. By April the snow should have melted to some extend but it will still pose a stiff
challenge.
 TREK SCHEDULE

Day Starting Point Ending Point

Thursday 12th of April 5.30 am drive out from Project arrival by 3 pm.
Delhi by car to
Chandigarh, Kalka
continue on to Solan
and drive to resort near
village of Nauradhar.

Friday 13th April Start the trek from Reach Tesari (3000m)
Nauradhar ( 2100m) to by 3pm and camp out.
intermediate camp.

Saturday 14th April Start final climb to Reach resort post the
summit of Churdhar climb and enjoy a
( 3650m), post which celebratory dinner.
start climb down.Reach
Nauradhar by evening.

Sunday 15th April Post breakfast start Project arrival in Delhi

drive back to Delhi. by 3pm.
 Village Girl from
Nauradhar

Nauradhar Village

Nauradhar - Starting Point of the Trek

The beauty of Churdhar is the short drive to the starting point. Chandigarh is now three
hours away from Delhi. From Chandigarh one needs to drive to Solan on the route to
Shimla and then take a right. Within a couple of hours we reach the small town of
Nauradhar ( 2100m), the starting point of the trek to Churdhar.

Views from Nauradhar

 Views on the trail to Tesari.
Nauradhar Village, 2100m

Rhododendron Trail to Tesari

On day 1 we will cover the first leg to Tesari ( 3000m ) This should take about 5 to 6
hours. The highlight of this walk is passing through endless Rhododendron forest on a
broad trail.

Village girl from Nauradhar

Campsite at Tesari is on a wide meadow.

 Final section to the top of Churdhar

Nauradhar Village, 2100m

Interesting Facts about Churdhar

Churdhar is the highest peak in the lower Himalaya at 3650m. From the summit you can
see three cities, Dehra Dun, Chandigarh and Shimla apart from a wide expanse of peaks
stretching from Kashmir to Kinnaur and onwards to Uttrakhand where Nada Devi is visible.

Views on the climb to Churdhar,

looking north towards Shimla,
 Views from Nauradhar
Himgiri Resort

Himgiri Resort
Himgiri Resort near Nauradhar is a comfortable facility which comes in handy on the day
of arrival and post the climb. The resort offers a choice of accommodation from tented
options to small cottages.

Village Girl from

Nauradhar

Nauradhar Village
 D E TA I L S

Last 300m of the route to the top

Location of Churdhar in terms of height gain.
of temple on the
highest point of the
ridge. Excellent views
towards the north
from this point.

Grading : Moderate in April but an easy trek in summer.

Trip Date : 12th to 15th April, 2012.

Cost : The following cost covers 3 nights accommodation, 2 night at Himgiri and
trekking costs spread over 2 days. We will camp out for one night. There are two
options to stay at Himgiri in tents or in a cottage. The following are costs per
person based on double occupancy : Tent Option Rs. 7,500 or Cottage Option Rs.
9,500. This cost covers all meals at Himgiri as well as on the trek.

Transportation : The plan is to drive up in cars, park at the resort, climb the
peak and drive back. Those not bringing a car can hitch a ride.

Confirmation : For conformations please write in on info@juniperopc.com, call

RS Mehta on 011-26216111/2/4 or visit www.juniperopc.com.