AANCHA TOP TREK

• Starts from Ranachatti village in the Yamunotri region.
• Includes visits to Someshwar Temple.
• Trails pass through oak and rhododendron forests.
• Features Dinnala Bugyal meadows with Himalayan views.
• Summit offers panoramic views of Bandarpoonch, Swargarohini, Black Peak, Kedarnath, and Gangotri ranges.
• Less crowded compared to popular Himalayan treks.
• Suitable for beginners with decent fitness.

Aancha Top is located in the Yamunotri region of the Garhwal Himalayas. The trek combines forests, ridges, meadows, and summit climbs. Trekkers experience village culture, peaceful trails, alpine landscapes, and wide mountain views.

The route moves through dense forests and gradually opens into meadows and ridgelines. The summit section provides 360-degree Himalayan views.

Major Attractions

·      Ranachatti Village

             Traditional mountain village with stone and timber houses.

·      Someshwar Temple

            A Shiva temple important to local residents.

·      Oak & Rhododendron Forests

            Dense forest sections are especially beautiful during spring bloom.

·      Dinnala Bugyal

            Large alpine meadow surrounded by mountain ranges.

·      Aancha Top Summit

            Open summit ridge with panoramic Himalayan views.

Day 1 — Dehradun to Ranachatti
Drive from Dehradun to Ranachatti.
160 km | 6–7 hours

Day 2 — Ranachatti to Bamsingh
Begin the trek through the mountain trails to Bamsingh.
4 km trek | Approx. 3 hours

Day 3 — Bamsingh to Dinnala Camp
Trek through scenic Himalayan terrain to Dinnala Camp.
4 km trek | Approx. 4 hours

Day 4 — Dinnala Camp to Aancha Camp via Summit
A challenging trek via the summit with panoramic mountain views.
8 km trek | 6–7 hours

Day 5 — Aancha Camp to Ranachatti
Descend back to Ranachatti through scenic trails.
6 km trek | Approx. 5 hours

Day 6 — Ranachatti to Dehradun
Drive back to Dehradun, marking the end of the journey.

• Participants should:

  • Have a normal BMI range
  • Maintain healthy blood pressure and pulse rate
  • Avoid trekking with serious heart, kidney, liver, asthma, or diabetic conditions
  Consult organizers for sinus or epilepsy issues.

Participants generally assemble at Prince Chowk, Dehradun. Transport options include:

• Overnight train from Delhi
• Bus from Delhi or Chandigarh

Flight to Jolly Grant Airport.

Refund percentages vary depending on cancellation timing:

• Earlier cancellations receive higher refunds/vouchers.
• Emergency situations may qualify for special refund consideration.