tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post4413032071152608418..comments2024-03-27T22:40:36.876-07:00Comments on Travails and Travels: Kedar Tal Trek - Part 3 (Final)Sajish GPhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07745139617738277188noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-47888803863487110142018-06-12T00:55:20.793-07:002018-06-12T00:55:20.793-07:00Thanks a bunch Roy. Your comment made my day (or r...Thanks a bunch Roy. Your comment made my day (or rather, my year :). Yes, the area is still pristine. I made another visit in the previous year...the route was damaged due to landslides, but we still made it to the lake. Cheers and thanks again. SajishSajish GPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07745139617738277188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-2599630188555958432018-06-01T08:01:23.797-07:002018-06-01T08:01:23.797-07:00In 1979 I had the good fortune to make the first a...In 1979 I had the good fortune to make the first ascent of Thalay Sagar, along with my companions from England the USA John Thackray, Pete Thexton and Jon Waterman. In those early days we were very privileged to be among the first foreigners to visit this part of the Indian Himalayas. It is very satisfying to know that generations of Indian and other trekkers and climbers have since had the opportunity to visit this special place and appreciate its beauty. I hope that its unique scenery will remain intact as it is still for future generations to enjoy. --Roy KligfieldAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-1703491754544885212012-09-15T08:27:13.068-07:002012-09-15T08:27:13.068-07:00Wow! All by yourself!!! We got lost because we tri...Wow! All by yourself!!! We got lost because we tried to take detours or so-called shortcuts. Btw, the rocky maze back from KT looks all the same -it's easy to get lost. It's not a problem if you have the general direction in mind. All that said, all roads lead to Kedar kharak. Let me know how your trip goes. All the best Austin. Thanks!Sajish GPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07745139617738277188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-14054253838002890732012-09-09T04:26:14.529-07:002012-09-09T04:26:14.529-07:00Hi Sajish......thanks for a very informative.breez...Hi Sajish......thanks for a very informative.breezy blog. My wife n I, in mid 60s,experienced trekkers, will do Kt from 6th Oct on, just by ourselves, no guide/porter.<br />carrying our tent/bags/food/GPS. I imagine the trails are noticeable to follow. Howcome you got lost returning from KT to KdrKk?<br />.........thanks and Cheers......AustinAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05175347908052598306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-91329202826673669992012-07-23T10:35:39.621-07:002012-07-23T10:35:39.621-07:00Hi Anirban,
I would say just GO FOR IT. KT is beyo...Hi Anirban,<br />I would say just GO FOR IT. KT is beyond beautiful. As for October weather, the veterans at Indiamike.com should be able to give you a better response. As far as the hesitance of having done only the smaller treks is concerned, who cares? The mountains never care if you're a veteran or an amateur. I trekked to Tapovan on my first sojourn, in 1998 - I was a fool, but as they say, it's all in the mind. <br />Let us know when you're done with the trek! <br /><br />SajishSajish GPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07745139617738277188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-53617276369905352962012-07-22T23:54:57.733-07:002012-07-22T23:54:57.733-07:00Hi Sajish
This is the best Kedar Tal blog among...Hi Sajish<br /> This is the best Kedar Tal blog among all the blogs that I had read.Greatly inspired by your blog.I've plans for KT in the early Oct this year.Is that possible for me as a first timer? Have done some small treks like Vasudhara Falls ect..What do you suggest.?Anirbannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-16524322465894454262012-06-17T05:45:38.389-07:002012-06-17T05:45:38.389-07:00Thanks. Have you factored in the monsoons for the ...Thanks. Have you factored in the monsoons for the July trip? I'm not sure, but the season could get tricky.Sajish GPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07745139617738277188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-52263163960975407002012-06-10T20:37:24.407-07:002012-06-10T20:37:24.407-07:00hey sajish
beautiful blog ..planning this trek in...hey sajish <br />beautiful blog ..planning this trek in july end ...what do u think doable ...have trekked in the past but not for a long time now ...rubbersoulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08187961677572361219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-56708999755327897072012-06-05T08:10:55.035-07:002012-06-05T08:10:55.035-07:00And, forgot to add, please let me know how your tr...And, forgot to add, please let me know how your trip went. <br />Thanks,<br />SajishSajish GPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07745139617738277188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-3509513092143514682012-06-05T08:02:57.254-07:002012-06-05T08:02:57.254-07:00Hi Sudarshan,
Thanks for the encouraging feedback....Hi Sudarshan,<br />Thanks for the encouraging feedback. We used 2 guides (they are relatives) and a bunch of porters, as our team was bigger.<br />7579057128 - Kishan - was the lead guide. You might not be able to reach him, as he is in Har ki Dun right now. Traipan, his relative, and a very reliable guide and climber, was also with us on our trek- 9756623875. He is based out of Uttarkashi and should be able to arrange things for you. (please drop my name if you speak to him - he knows me as Sajish from Bangalore - I could use some brownie points for some of my future treks:) <br /><br />As for your plan, Day 2 could be rather strenuous, but possible. <br /><br />Have a safe and successful trek Sudarshan! Personally, I'm itching to go somewhere in July!!! :)Sajish GPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07745139617738277188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-35670402843326947282012-06-04T12:41:28.128-07:002012-06-04T12:41:28.128-07:00Hi Sajish
It;s very well-written.A vivid depicti...Hi Sajish <br /><br />It;s very well-written.A vivid depiction of mountains, trekking routes...one gets the ambiance of such altitudes right from your words only...truly a remarkable travelogue based on a thrilling trekking trip....loved it!<br /><br />I'm also planning a trekking trip like this.My itinerary would be like this - <br /><br />Day 1: Uttarkashi to Gangotri, trek to Bhoj Kharak (11th June)<br />Day 2: Bhoj Kharak to Kedar Taal<br />Day 3: Kedar Taal to Thalay sagar BC<br />Day 4: Thalay sagar BC to Kedar Taal<br />Day 5: Kedar Tal to Bhoj Kharak<br />Day 6: Bhoj Kharak to Gangotri <br /><br />I want to hire a guide and one porter personally for 6 days as I'll be traveling solo.Do you have any contacts of any guide based out of Uttarkashi or Gangotri? Any information will be highly appreciated :) <br /><br />Thanks in advance <br /><br />SudarshanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-4869983091151184192012-06-03T06:50:24.867-07:002012-06-03T06:50:24.867-07:00Thanks Kannan. The places keep adding up don't...Thanks Kannan. The places keep adding up don't they? :) Incidentally, I just went to your blog and saw Dodital, a place I want to visit in the next 12 months!Sajish GPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07745139617738277188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-67340632950220283682012-06-03T05:27:41.036-07:002012-06-03T05:27:41.036-07:00Thoroughly enjoyed reading your travelogue. Yet an...Thoroughly enjoyed reading your travelogue. Yet another place I must visit before I die :)Kannanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14199123100552248765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-36911991818506285822012-05-27T04:52:09.160-07:002012-05-27T04:52:09.160-07:00Hi Kanchan,
The descent is something that we actua...Hi Kanchan,<br />The descent is something that we actually zoomed through in a day, which is why the blog reflects it. We came back the same route we trekked up. All the way from Kedartal, we literally scrambled back and reached Gangotri by 5 in the evening, after taking sufficient breaks. The part from Kedartal to Bhoj Kharak was pretty easy - the rocky stretch between Kedar Kharak and Bhoj Kharak is the only part where we took it slow. From Bhoj Kharak to Gangotri is a downhill knee-breaker. A punishing reminder of the first day's steep climb. I remember massaging both my knees that evening. All the best for a successful trek. Let me know if you have any further questions.<br />SajishSajish GPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07745139617738277188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-89009800523770468592012-05-26T13:10:00.143-07:002012-05-26T13:10:00.143-07:00I m planning a Kedartal trek this year... Can I ge...I m planning a Kedartal trek this year... Can I get any additional info on the descent as its something u have just zoomed thru?Kanchanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05849086371857312127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-34904517108520255982011-08-07T13:50:16.986-07:002011-08-07T13:50:16.986-07:00Very informative and well written...Very informative and well written...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8391357482043413895.post-404490490681633522011-07-27T22:21:32.086-07:002011-07-27T22:21:32.086-07:00The red pill...is breathtaking.The red pill...is breathtaking.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com