5. Kuari Pass, Uttarakhand
The Kuari Pass in Uttarakhand or Curzon’s Trail as it is popularly known, is home to five rivers: the Pindar, Kaliganga, Mandakini, Bheriganga, and the Dhauliganga. The Curzon trail is also host to the routes to three lesser passes and has a spectacular view of the Himalayas, across the valleys.
The night sky accentuates the peaks at night time, garnishing it with a bevy of stars that mesmerize the trekker halting for a breather. Most youngsters are known to trek to this pass in search of one of the most beautiful night skies.Escaping the monsoon months to escape slippery way and untimely rainfall extending your trip, you can trek to Kuari Pass any time of the year. Temperature in summer remains between 19̊C to 29̊C while in winter the temperature falls upto -8̊C and the maximum temperature can go up to 12̊C.
Fresh air, majestic view of rivers, passes, green valley and Himalayas in Kuari Pass trek do not just refresh the tourists but also fills with extreme pleasure to forget all the stress and workload back home. Fun could be extended by involving in rock climbing and moon light trekking. In the route to Kuari Pass, trekkers may encounter shepherds with their flock and if interested, the trekkers can even rest in the shepherd’s hut treasuring the most memorable moments of life. Living the life of someone for even a few minutes give knowledge of the life they are living. Travelers no doubt rejuvenate. Or else, there is always the option of camping on tent. To the first timers, this will be the most exciting experience- living under the sky in an open area, smelling the earth and breathing the fresh air.
