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Mukta Top Trek Overview
Mukta Top Trek Itinerary
Drive from Dehradun to Kuflon Base Camp
Altitude: around 4,600 ft.
Duration: around 7 – 8 Hours
The escort agents will pick the trekkers form Dehradun either in a car or a tempo traveller to reach the Kuflon Base Camp, from where the trek will start. The duration of the drive will be around 8 hours.
The drive will be extremely memorable and scenic and you will be passing through dense and serene forests. Rejoice as you pass by beautiful attractions like Bhagirathi River, River Ganges and the town of Uttarkashi.
Spend the night in a campfire.
TREK FROM KUFLON TO SHILDHA
Altitude: 6,780 ft.
Duration and Distance Covered: 4 hrs (4 km)
The ultimate beginning of the trek will take place from Kuflon Base Camp to Shildhuni on the second day.
Start your trek and as you make way through the villages, you will find a steep path of about a kilometre and a half.
Next, you will encounter an ascent of about 2 km.
On your trail, encounter a rich amount of flora like pine trees, oaks, maples, etc-. You will also spot a number of rare birds and mysterious creatures.
Shiladhuni to Chaithathar
Altitude: 9,600 ft.
Duration and Distance: 5 to 6 hrs, 5 km
On the third day, you will encounter a trail with increased difficulty and grading.
As you reach the Kuari (around 7,700 ft), pass through abundant forest stretches, filled and covered in snow.
Take the ascent from Kuari to reach the Valley viewpoint, from where you can soak up some really great picturesque views of Uttarakhand.
Lastly, continue the trail to reach Chathathar, which will be the stop for the day.
Chaithatar to Mukta Thal
Altitude: 10,800 ft.
Duration and Distance: 4 hrs (4 km)
Again, you will be encountering difficult trails ascending slowly upto Mukta Tal.
Encounter some awesome wild creatures, birds and beautiful trees as you make our way across the trail.
Walk upto the viewpoint from where you will get glimpses of Mt. Bandarpoonch, Nag Tibba and Kalang.
Mukta Thal to Mukta Top to Kuari
Altitude: Ascend upto 11,838 ft. and then descend upto 7,781 ft.
Duration and Distance: 6-7 hrs, 9 km
On the fifth day, you will ultimately reach the Mukta Top. Earlier, the trek used to be a little rugged and uncleared, however you will wind a well-maintained ascending trail upto the top.
Upon reaching the top, soak up the views of Bandarpoonch, Gangotri III, Nag Tibba and Kalanag Ranges.
Kuari to Kuflon- Drive to Dehradun
Altitude: 4,600 ft.
Duration and Distance: 4 hrs, 6 km
Drive Duration : 6-8 hrs (covering 155 km with stops in between)
On the final day, descend from Kuari on the steep trail through the meadows and forests.
Come across a rich variety of flora and fauna like the Black Bear, Deer, Swamp Deer, Snow leopard and so on.
Once you arrive back at the Kuflon Camp, spend some time rejoicing the final moments and then take the transport to Dehradun (ISBT Dehradun).
What to Pack for Mukta Top Trek
Warm Clothing - Since you will be doing the Mukta Top Itinerary in December or other winter months, the weather will be extremely chilly and freezing. As such, you will have to pack some of the most warm clothes, thermal inners, woollen caps, woollen socks, mufflers, scarfs and mittens.
Hiking Shoes - Make sure to purchase some really great hiking shoes for the best experience of Mukta Top Trek in December. Ensure that your shoes are lightweight and have amazing cushioning and stiffness.
Emergency Stuff - Carry things needed in an emergency like medical kits, masks, torches, flashlights and so on.
Medicines - You must mandatorily pack medicines for your trek, the list of which will be given to you. Essentially, you will need medicines required for motion sickness, acclimatisation, etc-.
Essentials -
Towels
Napkins
Sunscreens
Water bottles
Know Before You go to Mukta Top Trek
By Air: You may take a flight to Jolly Grant Airport which is Dehradun's main airport. Many people also take flights via Delhi to reach Dehradun, from where one can take a bus or cab to Kuflon.
By Bus: There are a number of bus facilities that go up to Uttarkashi, from where you can take a sharing taxi up to Sangamchatti.
By Cab: One of the most convenient ways to reach Kuflon is by hiring a private car or booking a taxi from Dehradun.
Others: If included in the package, you can also expect pickup facility from Dehradun (Station and ISDB) upto Kuflon, which is 155 kms away from Dehradun.
A trek to the magnificent Mukta Top is not only one of the most affordable ones, but will also be a great challenge considering its steep ascents and descents. It stands at a height of about 11,800 ft and as such, there are a number of things you must keep in mind regarding it.
Make sure that you are carrying your passes and ID proofs on your trek.
Consult your expert guide about the trip beforehand, and make adjustments and precautions as needed.
Make sure that you do the trek in the winter months of December to March, for everything gets more beautiful at this time and everything around is filled with snow.
Remember to carry some worm woollen clothing and accessories, for the temperatures will be extremely low in the winters.
Remember to carry the prescribed medication to avoid any hassles on the trek.
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FAQs
Are there horses available for offloading at Mukta Top Trek?
Yes, you can find a number of horse and mule facilities for offloading and porting your things at Mukta Top Trek Itinerary.
Where is Mukta Top Trek located?
The popular Mukta Top Trek is situated at a height of about 3,600 m (approx) in the Uttarkashi region of Uttarakhand. It is one of the most beautiful regions of the Garhwal Himalayas and offers a thrilling and adventurous trek experience, rewarding one with amazing views of the snow-covered mountains.
How difficult is the Mukta Top Trek?
The difficulty grading of Mukta Top Trek is Easy to Moderate. It offers an exhilarating trek experience for both beginners and experienced trekkers as well. However, you will need to satisfy the eligibility criteria before going on the trek.
What is the best time to do Mukta Top Trek?
The best time to go on Mukta Top trek is in the winter months of December to March. It is in this time period that the winter is at its peak and the temperatures fall drastically. All the meadows, houses and mountains get covered in snow, giving an amazing view coupled with the blissful tranquillity.
What is the highest altitude of Mukta Top trek?
The highest altitude of the Mukta Top Trek is 11,800 ft.
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