Bhadraj Temple Trek

About Bhadraj Trek

Bhadraj Temple Trek is one of the best day hikes near Mussoorie taking you through a scenic forest walk to reach the Bhadraj temple at the mountain peak (2,200 m). is one of the best day hikes near Mussoorie taking you through a scenic forest walk to reach the Bhadraj temple at the mountain peak (2,200 m). Bhadraj temple on the mountain top is dedicated to Lord Balbhadra. Bhadraj Hill gives a 360 degree panoramic view of higher Himalayas in the north, Assan barage to the west & Doon valley to the south.It is a perfect trek for hikers looking for a full day trek with a forest trail and hill top summit. Bhadraj is an ideal trek for nature lovers, bird watchers &beginners. NearbyTrails: Trekkers on an extended itinerary can also plan a trek to Nag Tibba, which is one of the best weekend treks in India.

Bhadraj Temple Trek

The hill of the Bhadraj Temple peaks in a rounded grassy summit, which falls away steeply. Though the surface is parched for almost nine months of the year, this first serious upraise of the Himalayas catches exceedingly heavy monsoon rainfall, allowing the luxuriant grass on the slopes. Mussoorie gets an average of 200 cm of rain annually, of which 160 cm falls in only 70 days. Colonial commercial policy and Mussoorie allure as a luxury hill station has led to the weakening of the tree cover. Both fodder and firewood demands have taken their toll on the surrounding landscape.

About Bhadraj Temple

The Bhadraj Temple is dedicated to Lord Balbhadra (Lord Krishna’s younger brother). The idols inside are intriguing and are said to reflect Buddhist influences, which once were very present in these tracts bordering the Yamuna. The temple holds an annual fair from 15th to 17th Aug when the villagers throng the temple to make milk offerings to the deity. The mela (fair) is a grand affair and has been provided level ground for stalls, and even a helicopter pad.

The great bonus of this hike is that a cool breeze accompanies you all the way, even in the hot months, since the higher you climb, the cooler is the wind on your face. The views, whether to the snow peaks in the north, or over the Shivalik in the south, are expansive, and the shady path through the oak jungle a constant pleasure.

Itinerary

Day 1 Dehradun

Main Attractions: – Dehradun

At Dehradun, meet our local representative, and all the participants are requested to assemble at the pre-appointed place/hotel, dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2 Dehradun – Mussoorie (about 35km) – George Everest Estate (around 8km)

Main Attractions: – Visit Malsi Deer Park, ropeway ride to Gun hill

Drive to Mussoorie with hot lunch enroot .On the way visit Malsi Deer Park along with other major attractions of Mussoorie and ropeway ride to Gun hill, afternoon drive to George Everest Estate.Dinner and overnight in camp.

Day 3 George Everest Estate – JwalaDevi Trek (around 6km) – George Everest Estate

Main Attractions: – Enjoy the Jwala Devi Trek

After breakfast trek to Jwala Devi, with packed lunch. Return trek in the afternoon to George Everest, dinner and overnight stay in Camp.

Day 4 George Everest Estate – Bhadraj Temple Trek (around 12km) – George Everest Estate

Main Attractions: – Enjoy Bhadraj Temple Trek

After breakfast, trek to Bhadraj temple with packed lunch. Return trek in the afternoon to George Everest. Have dinner and overnight in Camp.

Day 5 George Everest Estate – Kempty Falls (around 8km) – Mussoorie (50km) – Dehradun

Main Attractions: – Pooja and other rituals

On the last day, in the morning 8 Kms trek to Kempty Falls with packed lunch, drive back 50 Kms to Mussoorie and then to Dehradun, keeping memories on lifetime.

Inclusions:-

• Transport: Dehradun to Dehradun and Return
• Meals while on trek (Veg. + Egg).
• All necessary entry fees and permits.
• Accommodation: – Guest house, Home stay, camping during Trek.
• Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide, cook and Support staff.
• First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
• Trek equipment’s: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required).
• Alpine Hikes Staff Insurance.
• Porters/mules to carry central equipment.

Exclusions:-

• Any kind of personal expenses.
• Food during the transit.
• Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
• Insurance.
• Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.
• Anything not specifically mentioned under the head.