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Bandarpoonch is an exquisite peak in the Western Himalayas of North India. It stands at the western edge of the High Himalayan Range where it turns northwest at an altitude of 20,720’ (6316 m.) and is easily accessible with a scenic three-day hike. The Southwest ridge offers a route of moderate difficulty with little technical climbing.
The expedition can be successfully concluded in 14 days in good conditions with a strong team from the staging and acclimatization area. The most common route is from the northeast and is easily climbed in good weather and snow conditions. It is usually climbed several times a year from the north.
The trail begins after crossing a wide footbridge and climbs to the village of Agora 2 hours away where 'furnished' rooms are available, and Bevara (7500') almost an hour further away where in addition to bare rooms good campsites are available. Most people stop here for the night. The next day is a 7 hour hike to Dodital Lake (10,000) where good campsites and a few rooms in a forest rest house are available with prior arrangements. Well acclimatized groups may move over the 13,000' Darwa Pass the next day and camp in the Hanuman Ganga River valley at 11,500'. Firewood is available at this stage and can still be used at current rates of traffic, but should be used frugally. The next day will put climbers near the base of the mountain and base camp.
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A trail fee of about $1.00 is to be paid at Dodital Lake for upkeep of the trail to the caretaker there. Camping fees are about 2 dollars at Dodital. Summit fees have recently been raised heavily to $2,400 for foreigners for a group of up to 12.
This area is a national preserve and no hunting or harvesting of plants is permitted though the indigenous population has free access to use what they need. In July and August some poaching of medicinal plants takes place.
When to Climb
The mountain is usually climbed in May or June when most of the snow storms have passed. However April has the advantage of snow covering approach difficulties, and fewer crowds at Dodital Lake which has become popular of late. Spring flowers are also blooming in abundance and animals are more visible. The plains of India are also less hot.
There is a risk of a spring snowstorm in April when a foot or two is not unusual. The post monsoon season in Sept., Oct. has the least snow but early season storms are a danger in late Oct. A winter climb should only be attempted with snowshoes.
Route Information
The southwest route that I have taken is up the left bank of the Hanuman Ganga River Valley through the Bugyal (alpine meadow) to the head of the valley called Beeaan. Climb the hills in a gully to the right at the end of the Bugyal and climb to a plateau known as Deodamni. Next descend one of the less steep gullies which meet the fork in the Hanuman Ganga and follow the main channel (to the right) which leads to the source of the Hanuman Ganga at the bottom of the face. This is filled with large boulders. Progress is aided by snow cover (like in mid-April).
As you approach the face you will see a prominent gully in the massif flanked on the left by a large buttress. Follow the gully and gain the top of the buttress to the left where a good campsite is available. Beware this gully is an avalanche chute
Sir Hotel at Chopta is very difficult for senior citizens to climb.One more suggestion if possible provide accommodation to drivers.Otherwise the tour was ok. Driver was polite and expirenced.Arihant Hotel at Haridwar was very good.I wish to continue travelling with your company.
We did attend aarti and had fabulous Kainchi dham darshan.Thanks for all your help and support!
We had an amazing experience with All Season Tour & Traveller. From planning to execution, everything was smooth and well-organised. Mr Rahul is very cooperative, professional, and always available for support. Our trip was comfortable, safe, and truly memorable. Highly recommended for anyone planning an stress-free holiday. Booked our family vacation with All Season Tour & Traveller and it turned out to be one of the best trips we’ve ever had. Hotels were excellent, travel arrangements were on time. Special thanks to the Rahul Ji for customising the trip exactly as per our needs..
It was a great tour and an amazing experience with All Season for Uttrakhand , we covered all places as per itinerary ( from 21.12.25 to 28.12.25). Special thanks to Mr. Rahul Malhotra for his excellent coordination and arrangements.” All Families are very Happy ...All The Best and Looking Forward for Many More Travel Packages from All Season, All The Best.....Cheer's.
Sir I have an honest feedback that the Nainital hotel was not at all good we had multiple issues .
Our trip was wonderful beyond our expectations. The driver was great and timely placed on our schedule, with exceptional vibes in Babaji Caves. The hotels B&Bs were all excellent locations with the top city attractions nearby in each case. From Arriving to departing everything was great.
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Trip and stay was comfortable !
Always and forever recomend for all type of travel at anytime. So friendly and very responsible for the tourist. It was an amazing experience of ours for Adi Kailash with greatful adventure. Thank you so much for giving us the best for our lifetime memory. Looking forward for more very soon 😊 Good luck!!
Arranged a honeymoon tour for my brother and his wife thru all seasons tour. I must say Mr Rahule the travel expert was very cooperative and patient in discussing the intricate travel arrangements with me. The hotels and rooms provided were quite good and clean. The driver was very cooperative and the vehicle was in excellent condition. Overall a very good experience and strongly recommend them.
We booked our Nainital–Kausani–Munsiyari trip, and it was a good experience overall. The tour was well organized, with comfortable hotels and a good car with experience driver. Everything went smoothly, and we had a relaxing and enjoyable trip.
Driver was good, hotel allocated was okay and few has to improve their service
Recently had a memorable solo trip arranged by Allseaons holidays. Allseasons Holidays, especially Mr. Avneet, went above and beyond to make your trip memorable. Hotels and vehicle driver specifically made my experience excellent, I would definitely recommend others to give chances to Allseasons holidays to plan your trip.
It was great service
great experience with all seasons , i always book my tour with them... everone should atleast try once to get most luxirious yet affordable resort , thanks to all there staff for making my holiday a life time experience.....
Me and my friend has completed 5 days/ 4 nights trip to Jageshwar. It was a very nice trip properly organised. Hotels and taxi service was excellent. Though I booked a budget tour but services were of standard class.😊
Had a good trip with family. The cab driver was polite throughout. But we faced a few issues: the hotel was under construction, breakfast and dinner options were limited compared to a buffet, and room cleanliness was a problem.All Seasons staff Shivam was courteous and arranged alternate hotel nearby which was good
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