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Obra Gad and Devkiyara lies between Rupin and Supin valley
Obra Gad is at a height of 3500 meters and is opposite to Har Ki Dun valley. Devkiyara height is 4100 meters and it is a wide 4 km grassland with extremely beautiful views and blossoming flowers, both of them are between valley of Rupin and Supin. On this trek explore two idyllic places of Garhwal Himalayas together.
Attractions of Obra Gad Trek
Get clear views of Rangnala Peaks, Daowdu, High Himalayan peaks, ridges and some unnamed mountains. En route go through Himalayan villages and explore their culture and traditions.
Obra Temple is one of the major attraction of this place “Obra Temple” is of Someshwar Devta worshipped by people of different villages.
The villagers carry a pilgrimage every year from Jakhol to this picturesque Obra valley. Devkiyara meadow is 4 km wide and offers delicious view of mountains. Camping there is a bliss for trekkers.
ATM Point and Mobile Connectivity
ATM POINT – Purola is the last ATM point.
Mobile Connectivity – Your device will receive signals at Purola. At Sankri your device can receive BSNL and Vodafone signals but the connectivity is not good. There will be no networks ahead so finish all your important work and calls before starting of the trek.
About Obra Gad and Devkiyara
Obra Gad is at a height of 3500 meters Devkiyara height is 4100 meters. Devkiyara is an extremely beautiful 4 km long meadow. Both of them are between valley of Rupin and Supin. On this trek explore two idyllic places of Garhwal Himalayas together
Highlights of this Trek
Grand views of Rangnala Peaks, Daowdu, High Himalayan peaks, ridges and some unnamed mountains. Obra Temple is one of the major attraction of this place Someshwar Devta is worshipped by people of different villages.
Altitude Covered Per Day
1. Sankri (1920 m)
2. Obra (2500 m)
3. Bhawa (3500 m)
4. Devkiyara (4100 m)
5. Obra Gad (3500 m)
These points should not be avoided
1. Proper conditioning and training of body required
2. Proper gear and clothing for sub-zero temperatures
3. Sturdy hiking shoes are important
4. High altitude requires proper acclimatization
5. Intermittent or no signals
6. Carry travel light
7. Weather is unpredicted so the itinerary is flexible
Our pick up point is Dehradun Railway station or ISBT, meet us there and then drive is towards Sankri. You can have your breakfast at Kempty Fall which is a famous picnic spot and is famous for a waterfall. Have your lunch in middle of your journey at Purola.
It’s a picturesque drive to Sankri, you will get fetching views through your window, and the drive will be through Dehradun, Mussoorie, Nainbagh, Damta, Newman, Purola, Mori, Netwar these are beautiful places in the Himalayas. Sankri lies in Govind Wildlife Sanctuary of Uttarkashi district, it is a village with a mini market famous for wooden huts which serve delectable food. You will see apple orchards here and greenery all around.
Reach Sankri have a glace of snow covered mountains, this place is pollution free, enjoy the invigorating climate. We own a hotel there named “Swargarohini”, relax for the night here.
Post breakfast drive is towards Jakhol, the starting point of this trek and a village in Mori. Start the journey and go through picturesque villages of Himalayas, you will be surprised by their simplicity and how they smile every time, no matter in what conditions they are living.
You will surely love the trek to Obra through meadows of Baincha and ahead lies an extremely beautiful temple with perfect architecture which is rare to find anywhere else. Setup the camps at Obra lying 1 km away from this point. It is a wide meadow having much space for camping.
Rest at the campsite after pitching the tents, wait for the delectable food to be served then sleep comfortably in your tents.
After breakfast trek towards Bhawa, the trail will take you through the dark forest, once this section is crossed a grassland will welcome you with amazing colourful wildflower lined aside.
Bhawa is your campsite for the day and it is at the ridge top which divides Obra valley. From this high point get good views of Devkiyara and Fithari village.
Setup your tents and feel the peaceful aura of this place. Have food and comfortably sleep in your tents.
Today you will be trekking on the grassy meadows to reach Devkiyara and it is going to be very pleasant. On the trek get great mountain views and scenic beauty of the valley is just heart-warming.
Devkiyara is a long wide meadow and the high Himalayan peaks surrounds it. From here get the sight of Daowdu and Rangnala peaks with other towering ranges and villages. Spend your night here at this pristine place with amusing views.
Obra lies opposite to the valley of Har Ki Dun, you have to descent from Devkiyara through dense forests and series of meadows. Descent and reach Obra valley.
It is the most beautiful valley in Garhwal Himalayas, Obra River flows below and there is one “Obra Temple” it is the temple of Someshwar Devta worshipped by people of different villages. The villagers carry a pilgrimage every year from Jakhol to this picturesque Obra valley. Set up your camps here in the serene environment and rest for the night.
Today get back to Jakhol from where the trek started, reach Dhara after trekking through the undulating meadows and forests with variety of trees. There is also another route to reach Dhara, by crossing a high ridge.
En route come across a temple of Someshwar Devta on River Supin’s right. Further lies Jakhol, vehicles will be arranged from there till Sankri and the stay will be arranged in hotel Swargarohini.
After breakfast leave for Dehradun early and have lunch on the way.
Transport from Dehradun to Dehradun
Forest Permit and entrance fee
Accommodation in Hotel
Accommodation in tents on twin share basis during trekking.
All meals, Breakfast, Day Pack, Lunch, Pack Lunch, Tea,Coffee, Snacks, Soup, Dinner
All camping gear including
Separate Tent, High quality
Liner, Pillow, Separate Toilet tents, Dining Tent, Chair, Dining table
your uploading
Guide, Porters, cook, Helper
Mules, Kitchen team
Good Experience local Trek Leader guide
Walkie Talkie, for contact each other’s
Gaiters
Micro crampons
Hiking Pole
Personal Toiletry Items
Personal Medical Kit
Medical Certificate