panpatia col

Panpatia Col

Panpatia Col is an extremely challenging, high-altitude mountain pass in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India, sitting at a staggering elevation of 5,260 meters (17,260 feet). It connects the holy shrines of Kedarnath and Badrinath. The trek spans roughly 60 kilometers and takes 10 to 15 days to complete.

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    Price

    ₹85,000/-

    Duration

    13 Days

    Distance

    61-80 km

    Altitude

    17,260 feet

    About Panpatia Col

    Panpatia Col is an extremely challenging, high-altitude mountain pass in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India, sitting at a staggering elevation of 5,260 meters (17,260 feet). It connects the holy shrines of Kedarnath and Badrinath. The trek spans roughly 60 kilometers and takes 10 to 15 days to complete. [1, 2, 3, 4]
    Key Facts and Route Details
    • Altitude: 5,260 meters (17,260 ft) at its highest point.
    • Difficulty Level: Very difficult and semi-technical; strictly restricted to experienced trekkers and mountaineers with prior high-altitude exposure.
    • Duration: 10 to 15 days.
    • Terrain: Massive glaciers, hidden crevasses, steep ice slopes, rocky moraines, and a 7-kilometer-long snowfield.
    • Required Gear: Crampons, ice axes, ropes, and proper sub-zero clothing.
    • Best Time to Visit: Pre-monsoon (May to June) or post-monsoon (September to October). [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
      History and Significance
      • Mythology: Legend says holy priests once crossed this route in a single day to travel between Badrinath and Kedarnath.
      • Exploration: The ancient route was lost over time before being rediscovered by legendary mountaineers Eric Shipton and Bill Tilman.
      • Views: Offers grand sights of major peaks like Nilkantha, Balakun, Chaukhamba, and Hathi Parvat, alongside the high-altitude glacial lake Sujal Sarovar.

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