Bali Pass Trek

The Bali Pass Trek is one of the most exhilarating and scenic high-altitude treks in the Indian Himalayas, located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. At an altitude of 4,950 meters (16,240 feet), this trek connects the Har Ki Dun Valley with the Yamunotri region and is ideal for seasoned trekkers looking for a raw and offbeat adventure.

The Bali Pass trek offers a unique combination of lush valleys, alpine meadows, glacial basins, and rugged mountain passes. It begins from the picturesque village of Sankri, passes through charming hamlets like Seema and Osla, and ventures into the sacred Har Ki Dun Valley. The trail then takes you to the high-altitude pass, offering panoramic views of peaks like Swargarohini, Black Peak (Kalanag), and Bandarpoonch.

This trek is rich in mythology and culture, with stops at ancient villages where locals still live in traditional wooden homes. It’s also ecologically rich, teeming with flora, fauna, and alpine forests.

Reaching the Bali Pass Trek involves a combination of travel by road and train/air to the base village Sankri, located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to get there:

🏞️ 1. Base Village: Sankri (Starting Point of the Trek)

Altitude: ~1,950 meters
Location: Govind Pashu Vihar National Park, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand
Distance from Dehradun: ~200 km (takes 8–10 hours by road)

🚆 2. By Train

Nearest Railway Station: Dehradun Railway Station
Dehradun is well connected to major cities like Delhi, Haridwar, and Rishikesh.
From the railway station, you can hire a taxi or take a shared cab to Sankri.

✈️ 3. By Air

Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun
- Approx. 25 km from Dehradun city
- Daily flights available from Delhi and other major cities
From the airport, hire a cab or take a bus to Dehradun, then proceed to Sankri by road.

🚌 4. By Road (From Dehradun to Sankri)

Private Taxi: Easily available at Dehradun railway station or airport.
Shared Cabs: Available early morning from Dehradun’s Parade Ground or near ISBT.
Bus: Government buses (though limited) run from Dehradun to Sankri, starting early in the morning.
The drive is scenic but long and winding, passing through Mussoorie, Purola, Netwar, and Mori.

Travel Tips:

Start early from Dehradun to reach Sankri before nightfall.
Roads beyond Purola can be rough; 4×4 or high-clearance vehicles are recommended.
Network coverage is limited after Purola — BSNL works intermittently in Sankri.
Plan to stay overnight in Sankri and begin the trek the next day.