Bali Pass Trek

Bali Pass trek starts from Sankri village in Uttarakhand and ends at Janki Chatti. This trek offers splendid panoramic views of Bandarpoonch, Kalanag, and Swargarohini peaks. The alpine meadows of Dev Thach in the middle of the Ruinsara forest is something to look out for.

Bali pass History

Bali Pass is named after Bali, the king of monkeys, ruler of Kishkindha Mountain and the guy who defeated even Ravan. There is a festival in India called Dusshera, which is a celebration of good over evil and the death of Ravan. So, Bali plays an important role in Hindu mythology. But here’s the thing, Kishkindha Mountain is in south India (Karnataka to be specific), so I am not really sure why a pass in Uttrakhand (located in north India) is named after Bali. When we asked around, the only answer we got was that Bali had traversed through these mountains, and killed a demon at Odari and so this pass is named after him.

why you should go for bali pass treks

This arresting high altitude pass offers unobstructed views of the sublime Himalayan peaks such as Kala Nag, Bandarpoonch, and Swargarohini. The Bali Pass trek is full of adventures and mystical views that will make your trip nostalgic. The trek starts from Sankri village and ends at Jankichatti.

What is special about Bali Pass Trek?

Trekking to this enthralling Bali pass can be a spiritual experience for a lifetime. Bali Pass Trek comes in the category of epic historic adventure treks where you can find the essence of mythology Chardham.
Yamunotri temple is the best part of this trek, with rich meadows, grasslands, mountain ridges, pine forests, glacial ranges, and jaw-dropping views of the Great Himalayas.
In addition, this is the only valley from where you can have a glimpse of elevated peaks like Bandarpoonch Peak -6300 Meters), Black peak -6387 Meters, Kalanag, Ruinsara lake – 3500 Meters, Bali pass 4950 Meters, and Swargarohini – I, II, and III – 6300 Meters Many others peaks!

During the trek, explore a sacred glacial lake “Ruinsara Tal” and further, pass through the route over Yamunotri pass to the holy pilgrimage site Yamunotri temple. Moreover, it included in the list of virgin treks in Uttarakhand Himalayas. So, here are some attractions of this Trek – Ruinsara Lake, Govind Pashu National Park, rich meadows of Devshu Bugyal and Damini, Odari Yamunotri Temple.

Adventurous Bali Pass Trek

Most importantly, the trek is a difficult one and not for beginners because the trail is exhilarating and includes crossing risky areas and steep ascents.

Therefore, the trek involves associated challenges but is great for adventure seekers and avid trekkers. In addition to the adventure and beauty, the marvelous panorama views in the Himalayas Therefore, Bali Pass is a tremendous offbeat crossover trek in Uttarakhand.

Best Time to do Bali Pass Trek

Bali Pass is a very beautiful and an uphill & after summit downhill trek in the Himalayas, The Bali Pass Trek is great for those people who have a great passion for high altitude mountaineering and consider it a special purpose in their life.

The right time to do this trek is from 5th May to the last of June and then from the last of August to the last month of October.

specially in the months of May and June, snow  is found in abundance here, which makes your trek very memorable and also a little difficult. So this trek should not be considered too easy.

 Why to Choose Bali Pass Trek ?

Before heading towards the itinerary, it is really essential to perceive the reason behind choosing Bali pass trek.

See, firstly, the trekking distance is a total of by taxi 425 Km and on foot 64 km, which is to cover into eight days.

Bali pass is a high altitude mountain trek Altitudes is 4950 Meters

The Starting trail is not that abrupt and sheer as compared to other treks. So this trek is not for beginners

Need proper gear & clothing for sub-zero temperature?

Finally, You got to see so many heavenly bodies at one place like the panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges, meadows, one of the beautiful Ruinsara lakes, pine forests, different varieties of flora and fauna surpassing through bona fide Garhwali heritage and culture.

Do spare time in Interaction with locals, and you will get to know about some of the ancient tales of Indian mythology.

And, in summers, the Bali pass valley turns different and amusing because of meadows, wildflowers, and woods blooming in different colors.

Beautiful landscapes so carry proper photo gear & Extra battery backup.

The backpack should not exceed 10 to 12 kg only

Altitude we are going to cover in Bali Pass Trek

Sankri – 1920 Meters

Cheludgad camp – 2600 Meters

Devsu Bugyal Camp – 3000 Meters

Ruinsara Tal – 3500 Meters

Odari camp – 4100 Meters

Bali Pass – 4950 Meters

Key Points Bali Pass Trek

Duration: – 7 Nights 8 Days from Dehradun to Dehradun

Base camp: – Sankri base Camp

Summer Temperature: – Day 5°C to 15°C = Night -2° C to 5° C

Bali Pass Trek Altitude: – 4950 m

Best Time: – May, June, September, October, November

Trek Level: – Difficult

Trek distance: – On foot 64 Kms – By taxi 425 Kms

Short Itinerary of Bali Pass Trek

Day 1- Pick up to you from Dehradun railway station – Drive to Sankri Market – 192 Km (8/9 Hours (1920 Meters) night home stay

Day 2 – Trek from Sankri to taluka by taxi – 11 km same day trek to Cheludgad camp (11.9 km) (4/5 Hours) (2590 Meters) night stay camp

Day 3 – Trek from Cheludgad camp to Devsu Bugyal (07.1 km) (3/4 Hours) (2890 Meters) night stay Camp

Day 4 – Trek from Devsu Bugyal to Ruinsara Tal (12 km) (5/6 Hours) (3500 Meters) night stay camp

Day 5 – Trek from Ruinsara Lake to Odari camp (7 km) (4/5 Hours) (3815 Meters) night stay camp

Day 6 – Trek from Odari camp to Bali pass Summit – down to upper Damni (11 km) (3800 Meters) (4/5 Hours)

Day 7 – Trek from Upper Damni to Yamunotri temple or Jankichatti (10.8km) (2650 Meters) (6/7 Hours) night stay in hotel

Day 8 – Drive from Jankichatti to Dehradun by taxi (180 km) (8/9 Hours)