9 Days Ruinsara Lake Trek Tour

7 hours' drive
200 km
Take a bus, train or flight to reach Dehradun.
Once in Dehradun, you can find a bus or taxi to Sankri.
Enjoy the scenic view on your way to Sankri.
You can take a few short breaks in the local food stalls and refresh.
It is 196 km and will take approx 8-9 hours.
Once you are in Sankri, find campsite accommodation or a homestay.
Get refreshed and have time to explore the Sankri village.
In the late evening, enjoy a nice dinner and learn more about the trek tomorrow.
Head back to your accommodation and rest for the night to rejuvenate your body for tomorrow's hike.

Activities : Trekking

1 hour drive
5-6 hours' hike:
14 km
You will start your day with a healthy breakfast and get ready to head to Taluka in a taxi. Taluka is just 12 km from here.
After you reach Taluka, flex your muscles and get ready to start your hike.
Today you will hike to Bheduka, which is at 1815 metres.
The trails to this trek descend to the riverside valley.
You will walk through the thick forest with chestnuts, walnuts, willows, chinars and conifer trees.
Get a chance to encounter wildlife in its natural habitat.
When you reach Bheduka village, find campsite accommodation.
Enjoy a warm dinner under the starry sky, sitting beside a bonfire.
Now head back to your tent and sleep for the night.

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6-7 hours' hike:
13 km
Eat your breakfast and get ready to head towards Dev Thach at the height of 3000 metres.
On the way to this trek, you will walk through the forest opposite Osla village.
On this trail, you will also see a lot of tea stalls where you can take short breaks.
Once you reach Dev Thach, you will get welcomed by the large alpine meadows.
In Dev Thach, find camp accommodation, rest for a while and get ready to explore the nearby area.
You will get a majestic view of Mt. Kalanag and the Black peak mountains from your campsite.
Now it's time to enjoy another meal under the starry sky and head back to your tent to sleep.

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2 hours' hike:
4 km
Start your day with the sight of magnificent sunlight and get freshen up to eat your breakfast.
Now it's time to get ready to head towards the Ruinsara Lake camp accommodation at 3500 metres.
Walk through the lush green field and scenic route.
There are some local food stalls on the way where you can take short breaks and fill your water bottles.
Halfway through the trek, you will see floral pastures where shepherds from the nearby villages bring their sheep.
As Ruinsara lake is considered sacred, you will find great peace and calm there.
Once you are in Ruinsara lake, you will have to trek up to the central valley, where you will stay for the night.
After you get settled in your tent accommodation, it's time to take out your camera and capture some majestic mountain images.
Today you will enjoy an exceptional meal under the starry sky with the mighty mountains guarding you in all directions.
Once you are tired, head back to your tent and rest.

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Today you will spend your day in Ruinsara, so get ready to explore this majestic valley.
After breakfast, head to the lake and spend some time relaxing.
You can also visit Bandarpunch Peak, another excellent location to explore nearby.
Enjoy your lunch on the Bandarpunch Peak and relax till late afternoon.
Later it's time to head back to the Runisara campsite, where you will enjoy a nice bonfire.
Eat your dinner and head to your tent to sleep as you start your return trip tomorrow.

Activities : Trekking

6 hours' hike:
17 km
Start your day with a beautiful sunrise falling on your face.
Next, enjoy a great breakfast with an incredible view.
Fill your bottles from the nearby water stream and get ready to head back to the Dev Thach village.
On your way around, spend some extra time near the river sides and soak in nature's fragrance.
After you reach the Dev Thach village, get your campsite accommodation.
Enjoy your dinner and sleep through the night to get energised

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4-5 hours' of trekking : 14 km
1 hour drive : 10 km
Wake to another beautiful sunrise and enjoy breakfast with some pleasant scenic sights.
Start your journey downwards and enjoy the trails of the forest and mighty mountain ranges.
Take short breaks to eat snacks and click incredibly awesome landscape images.
Keep your walking sticks handy as the way may get slippery, and you would want a firm grip while walking.
Once you reach the Bhedka village, find campsite accommodation and relax.
Spend another night under the starry sky enjoying your dinner and the warmth of the bonfire.

Activities : Trekking

8 hours' Drive
200 km
After you eat your breakfast, it's time to head towards Taluka village.
Enjoy walking through the beautiful trails as it is your last hike day.
Interact with the local people in the towns you cross and get to know some local stories.
You can even buy some small souvenirs from local shops on the way.
From Taluka, get a taxi to Sankri village, as you will stay here for the night.
At Sankri, enjoy your dinner and rest for the night.

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Wake up early to the mountains' beautiful view and enjoy breakfast.
Later, wrap up stuff, bundle up your memories, and board a bus or taxi to Dehradun.
Keep your snacks handy for the route, and take small breaks to make this return journey fun.
You will reach Dehradun in the afternoon; now, you can either spend a night here or return to your home.
If you stay in Dehradun, you can visit all the famous spots in the city like the Budha temple, Tapkeshwar temple, Robber's cave, Pacific mall, Clock tower etc.
If you extend your stay in Dehradun, you can visit nearby places like Mussoorie, Rishikesh, and Haridwar.

Activities : Trekking