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Is The Spiti Valley Circuit Doable In March?
No. The Manali-Spiti route gets closed when thick layers of snow blankets the Kunzum pass in November/December. The traffic movement resumes only after March month. Raacho TrekkersWe trudge on the least explored trails and terrains of Kinnaur, Spiti, Uttarkashi and Garhwal region. raachotrekkers.com
When Does Road To Spiti Valley Open?
Though the Manali to Spiti valley route gets closed — most often after November/early December till March — during winters, the Shimla-Narkanda-Rampur-Nako-Kaza road stays open even during wintertime. During long spells of snowfall, Shimla-Kaza road may get closed for a day or two. BRO team from Project Deepak and local administration employs dozers, snow cutters,…
How experienced is my trekking guide for Auden’s Col trek?
Our guides are certified and have been trekking the Himalayas for decades(all are local guides). They are well equipped and well versed with the terrain, the route, the people, the Himalayan wildlife and its culture. We were featured in the National Geographic Traveler magazine for the 3 passes expedition(i.e. Patangini – Auden’s Col – Mayali…
How will the Raacho Trekkers’ team deal with an emergency kind of situation during the Auden’s Col expedition
The guides and porters are adequately trained and skilled in handling emergencies. You will get immediate first aid and all necessary help if required. In case of a medical emergency, the porters & guides will carry you to a lower altitude and will contact the rescue authority by satellite phone. Raacho TrekkersWe trudge on the…
Can you list out the packing list for Auden’s Col & Mayali Pass trek?
The packing list for Auden’s Col trek are as follows: Clothing Trekking pants and jackets. Rainproof pants and jackets. Thermals underwear. A pair of gloves. Short-sleeved trekking shirts. Long-sleeved trekking shirts. Woolen cap/ beanies. Insulating jackets. fleece-lined jacket. Lightweight Sweaters. Trekking boots. First Aid. Sanitary pads/ Tampons. Toiletries. Sunscreen. Hand sanitizer. Water Bottle. Sunglasses. Chargers.…
What are the basic criteria for physical fitness?
Many people assume that they need to have athletic strength to complete a trek like Auden’s Col, which is not completely true. The athletic strength is needed but mental strength matters equally. Anyone with average physical strength and strong mental strength can negotiate the long stretches of Auden’s Col/Khatling glacier and complete the Auden’s Col…
What are the best seasons/time for Auden’s Col trek?
The best time for trekking Auden’s Col trek is from May(from 4th week) to September(barring monsoon period). During the spring season(in May & June month), wildflowers, including pink rhododendrons, Bhrama Kamal bloom in Gangotri valley in Uttarakhand. The clear skies and stable weather is the major attraction of the trek. The autumn month of September…
How safe is the water to drink en route Auden’s Col?
During the trek, numerous mountain streams originating from Gangotri glaciers(like Kedar Ganga, Bhilangana, and Vasuki Ganga etc.) are the main source of drinking water and water for cooking. Mountain stream water & snowmelt water is perfectly safe to drink though the problem of silt mixed water may arise during the rainy days. We filter water…
For how many hours do I need to walk during the Auden’s Col trek?
The trekking hours are not fixed. The prevailing weather conditions, terrain and walking pace will determine the daily trekking hours. In general, we plan the trek for five to six hours of daily walking on average. In a group trekking expedition, it is essential for us to gauge every individual’s stamina level and plan our…
What type of toilet facilities will there be available on Auden’s Col trek?
There will be toilet tents. Our crew will dig a hole in the ground then erect a toilet tent around it for privacy. We brief our guides to locate the toilet tent away from water sources and on departure the next morning the hole will be filled and covered with earth. We recommend you always…