Overview:
Jiwala trek is a trek to such a place, where the residents of Pinswar village grow many kinds of vegetables grown in cold places for themselves. It is a very lovely place, whose elevation above sea level is about 9,000 feet. This place itself is very quiet and cold. This place is one of the most useful places in the summer and rainy season for the people of Pinswar Village.
About location:
Jiwala trek is situated in Pinswar village, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand and is about 9,000 feet above sea level. It is located at a distance of about 205 km from the capital Dehradun. The route here comes from Mussoorie, Dhanaulti and Chamba or Rishikesh, Narendra Nagar and Chamba then via Ghansali town to Budhakedar village to Pinswar village.
History & recent tales:
Jiwala trek is a place for the Pinswar villagers to live in summer and rain, or to keep animals. The villagers of Pinswar village have a relationship with the villagers of Bhatwadi village in Uttarkashi district for centuries. So the villagers go directly to Bhatwadi village crossing Kush Kalyan Bugyal via Jiwala. Villagers from here also travel to Sahastratal to worship Bhole. These people have settled in this village for centuries, no road was ever provided by the government nor any facility.
Jiwala Trek area has been away from the eyes of all the lovers who love nature. Travelers come here for long time to visit and spend their holidays and enjoy the beauty of this village in the lap of nature. Today, the road up to the village of Pinswar has been constructed. Jiwala Trek is only 21 kilometers away from Bhoodhakedar village, but there is so much height to drive. You can also come here with your car or train fare. Jiwala is and will remain a very exciting and fascinating place for all travelers.
Trek information:
- Region: Tehri district (Uttarakhand)
- Trek duration: 2 Night / 3 Days
- Difficulty Grade: Easy
- Max. altitude: 9,000 Feet
- Hike distance: 1 km
- Driving distance: 205 km
Journey Route:
Driving: Dehradun / Rishikesh – Ghansali – Boodha Kedar – Pinswar village
Trekking: Pinswar village – Jiwala Point
Additional information:
| ALL MEALS | Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch |
|---|---|
| PACKAGE INCLUSIONS | Accommodation, All Meals, First Aid Medical Help, Forest Permits, Entry Fees, Local Guide, Cook & Support Staff, Local Transport, Trek Equipment |
| PACKAGE EXCLUDES | Anything Except Package, Food During the Transit, Insurance, Mules or Porter for personal luggage, Personal expenses, transportation |
| PLACES COVERED | Rishikesh, Chamba, Tehri lake, Ghansali, Hulanakhal village |
| THINGS TO CARRY | Back Pack & Rain Cover (50/60 liter)., Personal Medical Kit, Snacks (Energy bars, ORS and dry fruits), Torch, Trek pants, T-shirts(Full sleeves), Wind and waterproof Jacket (Light and warm), Woolen Gloves and Thermal Inners., Walking stick (Advisable at least one)., Water Bottle (Two bottles of 1 liter each) |
Short Itinerary
Day 1: Dehradun / Rishikesh to Pinswar Village
- Altitude: 8,500 feet
- 205 km drive – approx. 08 hours
- During the journey you can also see the Tehri lake and can also visit the Budhakedar temple. On reaching the first day we will roam the village.
- Dinner
- Stay in village Home or guest house.
Day 2: Pinswar Village To Jiwala Point
- Breakfast
- Altitude 9,000 ft.
- 1 Km Trek and roam around the place full day in Jungle.
- Today we will go to Jiwala.
- Lunch will be provided at Homestay or in Jiwala.
- Stay at camps.
Day 3: Jiwala To Pinswar To Dehradun / Rishikesh
- Return from Pinswar Village to Dehradun / Rishikesh.
- Travel 205 km approx. (08 hours for traveling).
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1:- Dehradun / Rishikesh – Bhoodhakedar Village – Pinswar Village (205 km / approx. 8 hrs.)
Today we will begin the journey to Pinswar village, and in the meantime you can also do boating in Tehri Dam, which is the tallest dam in India and one of the tallest in the world. It is a multi-purpose rock and earth-fill embankment dam on the Bhagirathi River. On arrival our representative takes to the Village Home. You will reach there in 7-8 hrs & then you can see get refreshed & take some rest. Have dinner and enjoy the Homestay night which is gripped with forests all around.
Day 2:- Pinswar Village – Jiwala Exploring Day (1 km trek)
Wake up early and feel the fresh air with Sunrise and get refresh, later have your breakfast and let’s go Jiwala. Now, we will do trek of 1 km to reach Jiwala. Once at the Top, you get a view of the snowy mountains. Today we explore the whole area of Jiwala and Later we will camp here in Jiwala and enjoy the party whole night with bonfire. Dinner & overnight stay at Camps.
Day 3:- Pinswar Village – Dehradun / Rishikesh (205 km / 87 hrs.approx.)
Good morning to Last day of Trip!! Have Breakfast and move to:
Travel back to Dehradun / Rishikesh with happy memories of Jiwala tour & trek.
!! An Unforgettable Journey will be ended here!!
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- Note
- Inclusion
- Exclusions
- Need To Carry
- Advisory
- Confirmation Policy
- Cancellation Policy
- In case of a NO–SHOW the entire amount will be charged as retention.
- The amount received is Non Refundable.
- If reservation is cancelled minimum 15 days prior to Arrival we will give 3 months time to utilize the booking.
- Any cancellation /amendments done less than 15 days prior to arrival, then the total cost of the total number of rooms booked for the total number of nights will be charged as cancellation charges & no refund or credit note will be given.
- Accommodation for 2 Night / 3 Days (Camps or Homestay or Guest house).
- Meals while on trek (Organic traditional food + Egg)
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Bonfire & Music Night.
- Games and activity.
- Any kind of personal expenses.
- Transport (pick & drop).
- Food during the transit.
- Insurance.
- Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
- Anything not specifically mentioned in Itinerary.
- Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.
- Back pack and rain cover (50/60 liter).
- Trek pants, T-shirts(Full sleeves), Wind and waterproof Jacket (Light and warm), Woolen Gloves and Thermal Inner.
- Walking stick (Advisable at least one).
- Torch.
- Water Bottle (Two bottles of 1 liter each).
- Snacks (Energy bars, ORS and dry fruits).
- Personal Medical Kit (at least some needy stuff).
- Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains; take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes.
- Pay heed to the trek leader or instructor in order to enjoy a safe and sound trekking experience.
- Do not consume alcohol or any other intoxicants during the trek.
- Avoid trekking during the nights.
- Before undertaking the trek, consult a physician.
- Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the trek.
- The trek takes place through Eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites.
- The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
- In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
- Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking and a full refund will be processed.
- In case of a NO–SHOW the entire amount will be charged as retention.
- The amount received is Non Refundable.
- If reservation is cancelled minimum 15 days prior to Arrival we will give 3 months time to utilize the booking.
- Any cancellation /amendments done less than 15 days prior to arrival, then the total cost of the total number of rooms booked for the total number of nights will be charged as cancellation charges & no refund or credit note will be given.
