Kauri pass trek is also known as the Curzon trail (though Curzon's party abandoned it's attempt on the pass following an attack of wild bees), the trek over the Kauri pass (3640 m) was popular in the Raj era and offers a magnificent views of he snow clad peaks around Nanda Devi.



Kauri pass (3640 m)

The trail head is at Auli and the 75 km trek to Ghat past lakes, waterfalls, forests, meadows and small villages takes five days. A tent, guide and your own food supplies are necessary.



Auli ropeway

Auli, a ski resort in winter, can be reached by bus (Rs 10, 1 hour) or cable car (Rs 200 one way) from Joshimath. From Ghat one can travel to Rishikesh road by share jeep (Rs 30, 1.5 hour).