Khatling Glacier | Glacier in Uttarakhand
Khatling Glacier is one of the major sources of the Bhilangana River located in district Tehri Garhwal of Uttarakhand. This state is well known for its fascinating Mountains, Hills, and Glaciers. The whole Khatling glacier is surrounded by the Himalayan peaks which are known as Jogin group (Altitude 6466m), Sphetic Pristwar (6905 m), Barte Kauter (6579 m), and Meru (6660 m).
Khatling glacier trek starts from Ghuttu a place around 62km from Tehri Garhwal. And the other crucial spots to the Khatling glacier are Reeh, Gangi, Kalyani & Bhomakgufa through which you will pass while your journey. Tourist Rest House is available at Reeh and Gangi and at last Gangi is the last place where basic essentials are available. This whole trek to Khatling Glacier is around 45km from Ghuttu itself.
Main Highlights of Khatling Glacier
- State: Uttarakhand
- District: Tehri, Garhwal
- Longitude & latitude: 8323° N, 78.8920° E
- Famous for: Trekking, Camping, High Altitude Trek
- Languages: Kumauni, Hindi
- Season: April, May, June, September, October
- Altitude: 5,000 m
- Trek Duration: 15-20 days
The mythology of Khatling glacier, Uttarakhand
According to Indian mythology, Bhilangana was a holy spirit who was trying to lure Lord Shiva on her. But Lord shiva dismissed her and she thus was misshaped in fluid structure. From there onwards, she is known for the Bhilangana river.
How to Reach Khatling Glacier Trek, Uttarakhand
By Air:
Jolly Grant is the nearest airport which is 180km away from Ghuttu.
By Train:
Rishikesh railway station is the nearest to Ghuttu which is 146km away.
By Road:
Ghuttu is around 280km away from Dehradun and around 311km away from Delhi.
Itinerary to Khatling Glacier:
Day1: Ghuttu-Reeh (Distance -10km/4-5hrs)
Day2: Reeh-Gangi (Distance -12km/4-5hrs)
Day3: Gangi-Kharsali (Distance -11km/5hrs)
Day4: Kharsali- Bhedikharag (Distance -6hrs)
Day5: Bhedikharag- Khatling- Bhedikharag (Distance -12km/6hrs)
Day6: Bhedikharag-Gangi (Distance -11km/3hrs)
Day7: Gangi-Panwali Kantha (Distance -15km/9-10hrs)
Day8: Panwali Kantha-Maggu Chatti (Distance 6hrs)
Day9: Maggu Chatti- Triyuginarayan (Distance -6km/6hrs) – Guptkashi
Day10: Guptkashi- Haridwar
Things to carry on Trek:
- First aid kit
- Tent
- Torch
- Water bottle (Stay hydrated throughout the trek)
- Trekking shoes
