Village Tours Around Mussoorie - A Full day Hike to Kanda Jhak

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesHindi, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Kanda Jhak Trek is a Must-Do in Mussoorie for various reasons;
1. Offbeat & Untouched – A hidden gem far from tourist crowds, offering a raw Himalayan experience.
2. Diverse Landscapes – Walk through dense forests, terraced fields, meadows, and traditional villages in a single trek.
3. Breathtaking Views – Enjoy panoramic vistas all along the hike.
4. Cultural Immersion – Experience authentic Mountain village life, interact with locals, and explore traditional wooden houses in Agiyana.
5. Sacred & Serene – Visit the ancient temple at Kanda Jhak, a peaceful retreat surrounded by towering deodar trees.
6. Eco-Tourism & Local Cuisine – Enjoy a homemade Pahadi meal prepared by villagers as part of an eco-tourism initiative.
7. Adventure & Solitude – A perfect mix of moderate adventure, solitude and nature, ideal for trekkers looking for an offbeat escape.
8. Custom Return Options – Choose to hike back or take a scenic taxi ride, making it flexible for all fitness levels.

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Options

Village Tour; All trek No car

Local traditional Lunch: Traditional Organic meal - Rice, Dahl, Vegetables, Chapattis, Rice pudding.

Snacks like chips, or fruits & soft drinks.
All Trek & No car: We walk all the way till Kanda/Agiyana & return back to Mussoorie on foot. No car is used for this option.
Trek Guide : In this option, (All Trek No Car) Trek Guide Charges are Included but Transportation is not included.

Village Tours Around Mussoorie - A Full day Hike to Kanda Jhak

Pickup included

What's included

  • From Mussoorie to Mussoorie. From pick up till drop. For upto two people we use sedan car, for 3 or more people we use a bigger car
  • Forest Entry Tickets
  • Tea in a village
  • Traditional organic village lunch
  • Trek Guide charges
  • Fruits or Snacks, soft drinks & extra surplus water
  • Health insurance
  • Anything not mentioned in Inclusions

What to expect

A Day Hike Through Villages, Meadows, Tall Cedars & Ancient Temples.

The Kanda Jhak trek is a hidden gem in Mussoorie, offering a full-day immersive experience through dense forests, traditional villages, terraced fields & serene meadows. This offbeat trail takes you away from the usual tourist paths & deep into the heart of Mountain life.

The highlight of the trek is Kanda Jhak, a picturesque meadow surrounded by tall deodar trees and an ancient temple, perfect for a quiet retreat in nature.

•Duration: Full day (7-8 hours)
•Difficulty: Moderate
•Starting Point: Bataghat, Mussoorie
•Ending Point: Agiyana village (Taxi Return)
•Total Distance: ~14 km

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Itinerary:
• 8:00 AM – Start at Bataghat, trek through dense oak and rhododendron forests.
• 9:30 AM – Reach Kimoi village, short tea break.
• 12:00 PM – Arrive at Kanda Jhak, explore the meadow and ancient temple.
• 1:00 PM – Enjoy a traditional & organic Village lunch at Kanda village.
• 2:30 PM – Descend to Agiyana village, explore old wooden houses and local life.
• 4:30 PM – Return to Mussoorie, via a taxi (1.5 hour drive).

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Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting Point: Mud Cup Cafe, Bataghat (8-10kms from Main Mussoorie on the Mussoorie-Dhanaulti Route)

End point

Meeting Point: Mud Cup Cafe, Bataghat (8-10kms from Main Mussoorie on the Mussoorie-Dhanaulti Route)

Pickup details

We can pick you up from
Your hotel if it is in Landour or Mussoorie.

Transportation is part of this Tour Package so you need not to worry about booking a separate cab.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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