Group Size : 15
Nag Tibba famously known as Serpents mountain in located in lesser Himalayas of garhwal region of Uttrakhand at an altitude of 3022 meters.
It is believed to be the abode of ‘Nag Devta’ or God of Snakes, from which it borrows the first part of its name; ‘Tibba’ is a local word for hill or peak. This place is frequented by trekkers and adventure lovers for its scenic beauty and is at elevation of 3022 meters. Winters are chilly and summers are pleasant, making it an attractive place for camping. The place can be reached from Dehradun via road. There are three ways to do this trek one route from Devalsari and the other from Shrikot, Pantwari. It has a beautiful temple on the top, and a little over, one can see entire Bandarpoonch ranges of Great Indian Himalayas towards the Yumnotri side.
Drive from Dehradun to Pantwari village via Mussoorie, Kempty falls. Will reach Pantwari village starting point of the trek which is is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand. There are three routes that you could take to go to Nag Tibba. This one via Pantwari village is the shortest, with a total trail distance of 8 km from Panthwari Village to the Nag Tibba Summit. However, we will not go all the way to the summit today but stop at Khatian(camp 1), 4.5 km from Panthwari.
Rise early to get a head start as it is going to be a long day with lot of walking to do. From Camp 1, locate a trail towards the right going straight into the forest.
The estimated time it takes to reach Nag Tibba Base is around 45 minutes to 1 hour. Nag Tibba Base is a large clearing with a temple dedicated to the Serpent God.
You get a view of the Garhwal peaks through the forest. In winter one will encounter a lot of snow here. The snow makes the climb more challenging. It can take anywhere between 1 to 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the summit. The summit is straight up and does not require you to go left or right.
Look for a flag on the highest point called Nag Tibba “Jhandi” or summit. On the left hand slope from the summit one can get a terrific view of the Himalayan ranges of Swargrohini, Bandarpoonch, Kala Nag, Srikanta, and Gangotri.
After spending some time at the summit, begin your descent. Retrace your way to Nag Tibba Base. Here, you can see a trail going down into the forest to the right. Two cemented structures mark the beginning of this trail. This is a single trail that goes all the way to Pantwari. Proceed to Dehradun, stopping at Pantwari .
Basic Essentials
o Back Pack & Rain Cover (50-60 liter)
o Day Pack & Rain Cover (20-30 liter, If you hire mule or porter)
o Couple of water bottles (Avoid Bisleri Bottles)
o Hiking Shoes (Should be water proof and ankle support)
o Torch (With extra batteries)
o Glucose, Chocolates, biscuits and nuts
o Personal Medical kit (If you required)
o Original ID Card
Clothing Essentials
o Trek Pants – 2 Nos. (Avoid Jeans, Shorts, Capris, Fitting Denims)
o T-shirts – 4 Nos. (2 Full Sleeves, 2 Half Sleeves)
o Sweater – 2 Nos. (1 Fleece, 1 Woollen)
o Jacket – 2 Nos. (1 Fleece, 1 Down feather)
o Thermal Wear – 1 Nos.
o Gloves – 2 Nos. (1 Woollen, 1 Waterproof)
o Socks – 5 Nos. (3 Cotton, 2 Woollen)
o Warm Inner wears
o Rain Coat / Poncho – 1 Nos.
o Handkerchief/towels – 1 Nos.
o Slippers – 1 Nos.
Protect Your Head
o UV sunglasses – 1 Nos.
o Caps – 2 Nos. (1 Sun Cap, 1 Woollen Cap)
o Balaclava – 1 Nos.
Personal Utilities
o Sunscreen Cream
o Body Lotion
o Lip Balm
o Sanitizer
o Tooth Brush & Paste
o Quick Dry Towel
o Cameras
o Books (If you like reading)
o Music Instruments (Guitar, Flute)
Q Which are the best seasons for the Nag Tibba trek?
A October to June .
Q What is the style of accommodation in this trek?
A Accommodation on all days of the trek will be in tents, where you will be sharing rooms with fellow trekkers.
Q What will the temperatures be like during this trek?
A Day time temperatures will range from 12-20ºC and night time temperature will range from 4-10ºC.
Q What will we do if it rains?
A If it starts raining while you’re trekking, we will continue on the trail as planned. Your poncho should protect you from the rain. Carry a backpack cover for extra protection from rain for your belongings.
Q How do we reach Pantwari?
A We will arrange pick – up vehicles/shared cabs from Dehradun railway station to Pantwari. This transport cost is to be borne by the trekkers.
Q How do we get back after the trek?
A We will arrange for shared cabs from Pantwari to Dehradun. This cost is to be borne by the trekkers and is not included in the trek fee.
Q Are backpacks, raincoats and other equipment available for rent ?
A No. Highland trekkers does not rent any equipment. You may purchase trekking poles and other equipment from open market.
Q Is this a good trek for a first timer?
A It is suitable for a first time trekker provided you are fit .
Q Is there an option to offload my backpack on this trek?
A Yes, there is an option to offload your backpack. This will cost Rs.250/day if you inform us in advance. If you decide to offload once you start trek, the amount will be Rs.350 per day inclusive of tax. The offloaded bag should not weigh more than 9 kg.
Q What are washroom/toilet facilities like on the trek?
A There will be toilet tents in the trek.
Q Will there be water sources on the way? Will two litres of water be enough?
A For your day’s trek, two litres of water should be enough. You will also find water sources along the trail on all days of the trek.
Q How do I manage the low temperatures on the trek? Do I need special jackets?
A At high altitudes, temperatures are sure to dip into negative at nights.. For these extreme cold temperatures, you need to wear three layers of woollen, inners and lower.
INCLUDED
Transport from Dehradun to Pantwari & Return
Accommodation during the trek (camping)
All meals – vegetarian
Campfire at Camps (If Available)
Trekking permits and forest camping charges
Trekking equipment (tents, sleeping bags, ice axes, ropes, etc.)
Services of an expert trek leader (qualified in basic/advanced mountaineering courses)
Services of an expert trek team (guides, cooks, helpers, porters/mules)
Safety equipment (first aid, medical kit, oxygen cylinders, stretcher, etc.)
Achievement Certificate
Memories of Life Time
NOT INCLUDED
Backpack offloading charges (Rs.250 Per Day/Per Bag)
Food during transport from Dehradun to Pantwari & Return
Backpack offloading charges
Personal expenses of any kind
Anything apart from the inclusions
Flights to Dehradun:
There is a daily flight from Delhi to Dehradun
Trains to Dehradun :
Dehradun Express (12687) From Delhi
Doon Express (13009) From Kolkata
Dehradun Express (19019) From Mumbai
Buses to Dehradun:
Regular buses from Delhi and from major cities of North India.
