
<p>Dashrath ka Danda Trek is a popular trek in Uttarakhand. This trek is popularly known for a weekend getaway and short trek in Rishikesh. This trek is majorly covered by people who want a short break from their daily life, adventure lovers, trekking enthusiast and most importantly by the neophytes. Among the new learner, this trek is famous because it is the best way to start with the trekking journey and learn the basics of trekking. Dashrath ka Danda Trek provides a distinctive introduction of the Himalayas to the new learners, possibly a best trek to learn and explore about the adventures of Himalaya</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">About the Dashrath ka Danda Trek</h2>



<p>Dashrath ka Danda Trek is a small 3-day trek ideal for people who want a short getaway from routine life and add some adventure to their life. Dashrath ka Danda Trek is located in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttrakhand in Rishikesh. For this trek, you need to stay in Rishikesh. You need to reach Rishikesh and from there drive to Pavki Devi temple. There are numerous ways to reach Rishikesh from Delhi. You can choose the mode of conveyance according to your choice.</p>



<p>The trek starts from Pavki Devi temple and ends at Ranakot
Meadow. Bringing joy in life is something that all of us crave for, and
trekking is one of the ways to bring joy and happiness in our lives and feel
connected with Mother Nature.</p>



<p>In this trek, you will witness the beautiful confluence of
holy river Alaknanda and Bhagirathi. In your route, you will see wild animals,
a thick forest of pine, oak and rhododendron and beautiful villages on your
way. You will see the majestic Himalayan peaks like Chaukhamba, Trisul,
Banderpunchh, and Nanda Devi covered with snow. The gorgeous view of the
mountains and open sky is just amazing.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The story behind the name of this place</strong></h2>



<p>It is very much clear from the name of the trek that this
place has some connection with the King Dashrath of famous Ramayana. You might
have heard a story about King Dashrath and Shravan Kumar. This place is
associated with that story. It is said that King Dashrath hit the Shravan Kumar
by his arrow by mistake when he was near the river. The parents of Shravan
Kumar were blind and he went near the river to bring some water for his
parents. To that hit, Shravan Kumar died here and hence this place is called as
Dashrath Ka Danda. The place where Shravan Kumar died is known as NoliDhara.</p>



<p>You can visit some old marks related to King Dashrath and
learn about history related to them. You can also visit KhetuTappad, a place
where parents of Shravan Kumar stayed. You can interact with the locals and you
will find out more interesting stories related to this place and that will be
fun.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Location of the </strong>Dashrath ka Danda <strong>trek</strong></h2>



<p>Dashrath ka Danda Trek is located in Tehri Garhwal district
of Uttarakhand in the region of Rishikesh. ;
</p>



<p><strong>Altitude:</strong> The maximum altitude of this trek is 2750
meter above sea level.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Level of the </strong>Dashrath ka Danda <strong>trek</strong></h2>



<p>Since Dashrath Ka Danda Trek is recommended for new trekkers
who are in the learning phase, the trek is not so challenging and considered
easy to moderate. Ideal for people who love exploring new places and stories
behind that place.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Best time to take the Dashrath ka Danda trek</strong></h2>



<p>You can visit this trek at any time of the year. Avoid
traveling in monsoon as it can cause difficulties in trekking and camping. So
the best time to visit is from April to June and Mid- September to March.</p>



<p>If you plan this trek in the month of December / January
that is Pausha month according to Hindu calendar, then you can see the
celebration done in the Pavki Devi temple to perform Hariyali puja. It will be
a great experience if you see these rituals.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>How to reach?</strong></h2>



<p>Reach Rishikesh: You can take Flight, Train or Bus from Delhi to reach Rishikesh. It is very easy to reach Rishikesh from Delhi, it takes around 7-8 hours by road to reach there.</p>



<p>If you are in another city you can take
flight or train to reach there. The details of the transportation are mention
below. You can choose one according to your situation.</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li><strong>Flight:</strong> You can take the flight to Dehradun (Jolly Grant airport) because Dehradun is the nearest Airport to Rishikesh. All the major cities are connected to Dehradun through airways. Also, it will take less time to reach. From Dehradun, you can take a taxi or public transport to Rishikesh, which is approximately 35 kilometers away.</li><li><strong>Train: </strong>Haridwar is the nearest railway station to Rishikesh, which is at a distance of 25 kilometers. You can check train connectivity between Delhi to Haridwar and book one according to your convenience. After reaching Haridwar, you can hire a private taxi or take a public bus. It will take around 30-45 minute to reach Rishikesh from Haridwar, depending upon the vehicle you take.</li><li><strong>Bus: </strong>Rishikesh is a popular tourist destination, hence, there is a good bus connectivity network from Delhi to Rishikesh. Buses depart for Rishikesh from Kashmere Gate ISBT, New Delhi; both in the morning and in the evening. You can avail bus option according to your choice from a regular, deluxe or a luxurious coach. You can choose between AC buses and Non-AC buses, as both the options are available.</li><li><strong>By Road:</strong> You can also choose the driving option from Delhi to Rishikesh. You can drive your own car or hire a taxi to reach Rishikesh. National Highway 58 connects Delhi to Rishikesh. So you can take that route as the condition of the road is pretty good in almost every month. It takes approximately 7-8 hours to reach Rishikesh via road.</li></ul>



<p>After you have arrived Rishikesh, you can take a taxi or public transport to reach Pavki Devi temple and from there you can start your trekking journey. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Details of the trek</strong></h2>



<p>Dashrath ka Danda Trek is a 3-day long trek and covers
trekking distance of 24 km. The details of the trek route are given:</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Rishikesh to Pavki Devi Temple</strong></h4>



<p>After reaching Rishikesh, take some rest and start your
journey early in the morning to reach Pavki Devi Temple. You will be covering
this journey by road which is 50 km and it will take around 2 hours to reach
there. You can hire a taxi or take local transport to reach Pavki Devi Temple.
By passing through the route, you will see local villages and beautiful scenery
of the Himalayas.</p>



<p>Pavki Devi temple is one of the Shakti peeth, dedicated to
Goddess Sati and every year many devotees come to this temple. This temple is
known as Vageshwari Devi temple. It is believed that the right foot of the
Goddess Sati fell at this location.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Pavki Devi Temple to Base camp</strong></h4>



<p>From Pavki Devi Temple your trekking journey will start. It
is an 8km trek. By evening you will reach to your base camp. You will stay
there overnight and explore the surrounding. In the trekking route, you will
see the diversity of flora and fauna which enhances the beauty of the Majestic
Himalayas.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Base camp to Ranakot Meadow</strong></h4>



<p>Ranakot Meadow is the summit point of this trek. After
waking up at the base camp you will see the breathtaking sunrise and a
beautiful view of the Himalayas. All around 360 degrees, everywhere is
mountains and peaks, this is truly gorgeous. After leaving the camp, you will
be doing a trek of 12 km. In the trekking route, you will walk through
beautiful Pine &; Rhododendron forest which is a completely a different
feeling. By the afternoon you will reach the Ranakot Meadow and spend the night
in the camp. Enjoy the camp under the stars.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Ranakot to Rishikesh</strong></h4>



<p>To come back to the Rishikesh there are two routes. One is
the same route which you have followed to reach the summit point. Another route
is a small trek to the Ranakot village, which is known as the ideal village of
the Tehri Garhwal. People usually follow the other route to explore more in
their trekking journey. If you follow another route, it is a 4 km trek to the
village and you reach there by afternoon. From the village, you can take a taxi
to reach Rishikesh which is 80 km away.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Accommodation options</strong></h2>



<p>You will have to find accommodation in Rishikesh. As many
accommodation options of the different range are available in Rishikesh. Also,
you will find conveyance easily from there to reach the Pavki Devi temple.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other facilities</strong></h4>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>There is no food option available near the trek.</li><li>There you will find no ATM, so bring some cash
from Rishikesh itself.</li></ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other activities you can include with the </strong>Dashrath ka
Danda<strong> trek</strong></h2>



<p>Along with including the Dashrath Ka Danda trek in your
list, you can also add other adventure activities if you have time and want to
make your journey more adventurous by exploring fun activities. </p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li><strong>Adventurous activities: </strong>You can do Flying
Fox, Bungee Jumping, Air Safari, Zipline, Kayaking, and Quad Bike Adventure in
Rishikesh.</li><li><strong>River Rafting:</strong> River rafting is very
popular in Rishikesh. You can book some package which along with rafting, also
includes one-night camping also near the bank of the river Ganges.</li><li><strong>Boat Ride:</strong> Through road, you can see the
city with only one angle, try boat ride in Rishikesh to see the area from
different angles.</li><li><strong>Visit the Neer Garh Waterfall:</strong> From the
LaxmanJhula Bridge, Neer Garh Waterfall is located at a distance of 5km. Visit
there and take a plunge in the water to take a natural shower or just sit there
to relax.</li><li><strong>Relax along the bank of the river:</strong> If you
do not want to indulge yourself in any kind of adventurous activity, you can
simply sit and relax along the banks of the River Ganges. Spending time in
nature&#8217;s harmony is very relaxing.</li><li><strong>Watch the Ganga Arti</strong>: Ganga Arti is done
along the ghat. Witnessing this beautiful ritual is fascinating. The golden
light of diyas, their image in the water and the mantras are all you need to
set your evening.</li></ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Tips and tricks</strong></h2>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Always check the weather before planning your
trip.</li><li>Do not forget to keep your personal medical kit
with you. It should include basic first-aid stuff and some medicines for
headache, cold and cough, upset stomach, and vomiting.</li><li>Do not pack your sports shoes for trekking as it
will not help you. Trekking requires appropriate shoes.</li><li>Do double check with your trekking equipment
like a torch, swiss knife, walking poles and many more.</li><li> Hydrate yourself frequently while trekking. Hydration will save you from feeling altitude sickness. </li></ul>

