Sandeep Singhal told that personnel of all age groups were included in the Kedarkantha climbing team and by successfully climbing Kedarkantha in the stipulated time will help in inspiring and motivating not only  UJVNL’s but also the personnel of other departments. The hiking team consist of Vimal Dabral, G.B. Thapliyal, D.S.Negi, Lavish Saini, Sohanlal Sharma, Jaiveer Tadiyal, Prashant Bisht, Sushil Negi and Himanshu Tiwari scaled the peak. Informing about the campaign Vimal Dabral, Public Relations Officer of UJVNL, said that the members of the team under the banner of UJVN Limited reached Kedarkantha peak and hoisted the national flag tricolor on the top.

Vimal Dabral said that the Kedarkantha peak situated at an altitude of 12500 feet is one of the favorite destinations for adventure sports enthusiasts coming to Uttarakhand. The last 4 km climb after Kedarkantha Base Camp is thrilling as well as tough and challenging. This route is steep and completely covered with snow. This was the first such attempt by the nigam’s team which was successful. The objective of the team was to spread awareness among the personnel as well as the general public about the natural and tourist places of the state as well as to encourage them to participate in sports and adventure activities.

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The MoU was signed by Shri Rajan Bahadur – Chief Executive Officer, THSC, and Smt. Poonam Chand – Additional Director, Uttarakhand Tourism in the presence of Hon’ble Tourism Minister Shri Satpal Maharaj.

Honorable Tourism Minister Shri Satpal Maharaj said, “Uttarakhand is known for its warm hospitality both domestically and internationally. This collaboration will start a new chapter in our hospitality by offering training to individuals working in the tourism sector. It will give visitors a sense of belonging and entice them to return to Uttarakhand repeatedly if taxi drivers, owners of guest houses and dhabas, and tourist guides here greet visitors from abroad in their language and offer guidance for the duration of their stay. Additionally, this partnership would enable tourists to get a closer view of Uttarakhand’s culture and natural beauty. This collaboration will encourage intercultural exchange while simultaneously promoting self-employment”.

Mr. Sachin Kurve, Secretary of Tourism, Government of Uttarakhand said, “We work to advance tourism in Uttarakhand to a new level across the nation. Our effort in that direction is represented by this MoU. The training program aims to increase accessibility to the upcoming Char Dham Yatra, develop the technical and practical skills of the residents already employed in the state’s tourism industry, and guarantee social development, self-employment, and entrepreneurial opportunities, in addition to bolstering the state’s economy.”

 In accordance with this MoU, the state of Uttarakhand’s reputation as a top tourist destination has to be elevated by extending a warm welcome to visitors arriving for religious or other types of tourism and creating a sense of community for them by greeting them in their language. As part of the training effort, 4000 persons, including taxi drivers on the Chardham or religious route, dhaba and guest house operators, heritage tour guides, and wildlife guides, will receive training to upskill and reskill. Aside from the trainees’ main goal of educating tourists about responsible tourism, the training programme will concentrate on topics like digital and financial literacy, health, hygiene, safety, and the creation of self-employment. The training course will be offered in each of the state’s 13 districts.

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During this, UTDB officials also interacted with the media highlighting the unexplored aspects of tourism and other attractions of Uttarakhand.  The people of Gujarat were also introduced to the new tourist destinations being developed in Uttarakhand and the merits of the International Yoga Festival to be organized in the coming March. UTDB officials gave detailed information of the natural beauty and the tourism facilities available in the state through audio-visual presentation.

Various activities were organized in various shopping malls in all the four cities with an aim to create connect with the local people and provide them information about Uttarakhand tourism.  A quiz contest was also organized by UTDB for the people who came here, in which questions were asked about the major tourist places of Uttarakhand and famous personalities of Uttarakhand.  Those who answered correctly were given handicraft items, insignia of Uttarakhand and delicious Bal Mithai of the state.  Also, major tourist and religious places of Uttarakhand were presented through audio visual.

Among other activities of the roadshow, officials of the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Council led by Shri Sachin Kurve, Tourism Secretary, Government of Uttarakhand held meetings with tour operators of these cities.  The purpose of these meetings was to promote tourism from Gujarat in Uttarakhand and a detailed presentation was also showcased about the untouched and offbeat tourist places of the state.  In addition to the Tourism Secretary, other officials, Shri Sumit Pant, Director Publicity and Marketing, Uttarakhand Tourism Development Council and Shri Kamal Kishor Joshi, Public Relations Officer, Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board, etc also interacted with the tour operators.  Major tour operators of Uttarakhand also participated in the meeting.  These tour operators interacted with the tour operators of Gujarat and made them aware of the possibilities of tourism in Uttarakhand and the incentive scheme provided by the state government to the tour operators for the International Yoga Festival 2023. They also agreed for the mutual co-operation between each other .These meetings were held in Rajkot on January 16, Ahmedabad on January 18, Vadodara on January 9 and Surat on January 20.

A meeting was held in Ahmedabad on 18th January between the Tourism Secretary and the investors from Gujarat, in which a detailed discussion was held through a presentation about the possibilities of tourism related investments in Uttarakhand.  Along with this, information about the state’s new tourism policy, incentive schemes for investors and cooperation from the government was shared with the investors.  In this meeting, investors also expressed their desire to invest in Uttarakhand.

 *Tourism Secretary Shri Sachin Kurve* said, “In 2022, more than three crore tourists arrived in Uttarakhand, of which 12-15 percent were from Gujarat. In the  Gujarat event, we have unveiled many unexplored places drenched in beautiful landscapes in addition to the well-known tourist places of Uttarakhand.”  As a result of which we are hopeful of an unmatched growth of tourism in the state this year and in the years to come. We are overwhelmed with the very positive response received from the  tour operators and investors and we are are planning to do such roadshows in other states”.

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इन नि:शुल्क प्रशिक्षण शिविरों के माध्यम से यूटीडीबी द्वारा पंजीकृत गाइडों को पर्यटकों की सुरक्षा के दृष्टिकोण से प्राथमिक चिकित्सा एवं सीपीआर प्रशिक्षण के सभी गुर सिखाए जाएंगे, ताकि राज्य को रिवर राफ्टिंग के एक सुरक्षित एवं लोकप्रिय केंद्र के रूप में स्थापित किया जा सके I

यह चार दिवसीय कार्यक्रम कई बैचों में आयोजित किया जाएगा ; प्रत्येक बैच में 25 प्रतिभागी होंगे । इस प्रकार इस प्रशिक्षण कार्यक्रम का लक्ष्य इन क्षेत्रों में कार्यरत कुल 650 गाइडों को और अधिक पेशेवर और दक्ष बनाना है। 

आयोजन के बारे में बताते हुए माननीय पर्यटन मंत्री, उत्तराखंड सरकार, श्री सतपाल महाराज ने कहा, ” उत्तराखंड में साहसिक पर्यटन को एक नये मुकाम तक ले जाने के लिए हम सदैव प्रयासरत हैं। हमारे लिए पर्यटकों की सुरक्षा सर्वोपरि है। रिवर राफ्टिंग के लिए उत्साहित पर्यटकों की सुरक्षा को सुनिश्चित करने के उद्देश्य से ख्याति प्राप्त रेड क्रॉस सोसायटी जैसी मानवीय संस्था के साथ गठजोड़ कर ऐसे प्रशिक्षण कार्यक्रम आयोजित करना इस कड़ी में एक नया अध्याय है।

इस प्रशिक्षण कार्यक्रम के जरिए इन गाइडों को सैलानियों की सुरक्षा हेतु उनके लिए फर्स्ट ऐड व सीपीआर की सभी तकनीकों और नियमों  से अवगत कराया जाएगा । इस पहल से राज्य  में रिवर राफ्टिंग के प्रति देश और विदेश से आए पर्यटकों का और रूझान बढ़ेगा जिससे राज्य की अर्थव्यवस्था और सुदृढ़ होगी”।

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26 अक्टूबर को गंगोत्री धाम, 27 अक्टूबर को केदारनाथ और यमुनोत्री धाम के कपाट विधि विधान के साथ बंद किए गए। वहीं 19 नवंबर को श्री बदरीनाथ धाम के कपाट अगले छह महीने के बंद किए गए। गंगोत्री धाम के कपाट बंद होने के बाद शीतकालीन प्रवास मुखबा, यमुनोत्री के खरसाली, केदारनाथ के ऊखीमठ और बदरीनाथ धाम के जोशीमठ व पांडुकेश्वर में पूजा की जायेगी। चारधाम के शीतकालीन प्रवासों में तीर्थयात्रियों व श्रद्धालुओं के लिए सभी सुविधाओं का ध्यान रखा जा रहा है। 

कोरोना काल के मुश्किल भरे दो साल बाद इस बार बिना बंदिशों के संचालित की गई चारधाम यात्रा के लिए तीर्थयात्रियों के पंजीकरण को अनिवार्य किया गया था। इसके लिए पर्यटन विभाग की ओर से ऑनलाइन व ऑफलाइन के साथ मोबाइल एप की व्यवस्था की गई थी। पंजीकरण के सत्यापन के लिए हेमकुंड साहिब समेत चारधामों में कर्मचारी तैनात किए गए थे। यह व्यवस्था चारधाम यात्रा में तीर्थयात्रियों की संख्या का आंकलन करने के लिए लागू की गई थी, ताकि किसी भी धाम में एक साथ अचानक बड़ी संख्या में तीर्थयात्री न पहुंच पाए और उन्हें किसी भी तरह की परेशानी से बचाया जा सके। इसके अलावा यात्रा रूटों पर 30 से ज्यादा स्थानों पर कैमरे भी लगाए गए थे। तीर्थयात्रियों की सुविधाओं के लिए पर्यटन विभाग की ओर से टोल फ्री नंबर 1364 भी जारी किया गया।

तीर्थयात्रियों ने धामों में बुकिंग की स्थिति से लेकर अन्य अपनी शिकायतों का समाधान इस नंबर पर बातचीत कर आसानी से किया। चारधामों में तीर्थयात्रियों को बेहतर स्वास्थ्य सुविधाएं उपलब्ध कराने के लिए पहली बार स्वास्थ्य विभाग ने यात्रा मार्गों पर नौ स्थानों पर हेल्थ स्क्रीनिंग शुरू की। ऊंचाई वाले क्षेत्रों में ठंड और ऑक्सीजन की कमी से स्वास्थ्य पर पड़ने पर विपरीत प्रभाव के लिए 30 डॉक्टरों को उपचार के लिए विशेष प्रशिक्षण दिया गया। इसके अलावा हृदय रोगियों के लिए 12 डाक्टरों को कॉर्डियोलॉजी ट्रेनिंग देकर तैनात किया गया।

पर्यटन मंत्री श्री सतपाल महाराज ने कहा, “चारधाम यात्रा ने नया रिकॉर्ड बनाया है। अब सरकार का फोकस शीतकालीन चारधाम यात्रा पर है। इसमें तीर्थयात्रियों की सुरक्षा और सुविधाओं का विशेष ध्यान रखा जाएगा। उत्तराखंड में धार्मिक पर्यटन के साथ साहसिक पर्यटन भी लोगों की पहली पसंद बन रहा है। इससे प्रदेश में युवाओं के लिए रोजगार के अवसर भी सृजित हो रहे हैँ”I

उन्होंने कहा, “शीतकालीन पर्यटन को बढ़ावा देने के लिए शीतकालीन चारधाम यात्रा महत्वपूर्ण साबित होगी। हमारा फोकस शीतकालीन चारधाम को बढ़ावा देने के साथ तीर्थयात्रियों की सुविधाओं पर है। इस साल चारधाम यात्रा में आए रिकॉर्डतोड़ तीर्थयात्रियों से बीते दो साल में चारधाम यात्रा से जुड़े कारोबारियों को हुए नुकसान की भरपाई हो पाई है। उत्तराखंड आने वाले पर्यटकों व तीर्थयात्रियों को हर सुविधा व सेवा देने के लिए प्रदेश सरकार प्रतिबद्ध है”।

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This camp will be held till 28 April will be held. She also said that and under this training camp training to villagers of Hanuman Chatti, Dubril Village, Nationi, Pintki Madesh, Dhangud Gaon, Badiya Gaon Rana Gaon Kuthat Gaon will be provided. She also said under the guidance and supervision of Tourism Minister Satpal Maharaj proper training sessions on regular interval are rendered to un employed and self employed youth. And enhancing and further improvement of Char Dham Yatra selected tracking traction centers has been created which will along with tourism will also boost job opportunities for unemployed youth. under this training camp free training regarding foot message therapy in detail has been provided to rural unemployed people. Foot message therapy also rejuvenated other ailment and diseases present in body. this treatment also relaxes the human after long travel so it will prove feasible for all tourists who all will visit Chaar Dhaam Yatra this year in month of May this year

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Wandering through Rome and you little stumbled upon everywhere you go as there’s some ancient column or area that built around. In fact, it takes so long to build anything in the city because every time they try to build a subway, building, or change something, they stumble across new ruins and have to send in the archeologists to investigate.

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Devbhoomi Uttarakhand has been called the land of Lord Shiva. It is said that Lord Shiva resides in Kailash, Kankhal and Himalayas all of which is present in Uttarakhand. Even today, Lord Shiva is the deity of Uttarakhand in various forms. Additional Director Tourism, Uttarakhand Vivek Chauhan said “Lord Shiva resides in various forms in the temples of Uttarakhand. On the auspicious occasion of Shivratri, I request the devotees to visit various temples of Lord Shiva in Uttarakhand and gain virtuous profit from the same. Uttarakhand government welcomes every shiva devotee coming to Uttarakhand. This Shivratri will also host the first Shahi Snan for Kumbh Mela at Haridwar.” Secretary Tourism, Uttarakhand Mr.Dilip Jawalkar said “ We welcome all the Shiva devotees visiting the temples of Uttarakhand on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri. These temples apart from being religiously rich are also serving as the source of economy for the people.

The financial stability of thousands of people are connected directly or indirectly with these temples.” In order to promote the religious tourism in the state, 12 temples from Garhwal region and 12 from the Kumaon region has been included in the ‘Shaiv Circuit’. Ancient 12 temples of Garhwal region:n1. Ekeshwar Mahadev, Pauri – This temple is one of the famous and important Siddhpeeths dedicated to Lord Shiva. Temples belonging to Vaishno Devi and Bhairavnath ji is also included in the premise. Ekeshwar Mahadev is also known as ‘Igasar Mahadev’ in the regional language. 2. Kedarnath, Rudraprayag – Situated at an elevation of about 3584m from sea level at the banks of river Mandakini is the revered Kedarnath temple which is also known as Shiva’s Dham.

It is also one amongst the 12 jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva3. Madhmaheshwar, Ukhimath – Situated at an elevation of about 9700 feet from sea level, this temple is located 30 km from Ukhimath. Famously known as Panchkedar, Madhmaheshwar is the second holy kedar out of the 5 dhams of Lord Shiva. Here the navel of Lord Shiva is worshipped 4. Tungnath, Chopta – The third Kedar Tungnath temple of the Panchkedars, is situated at an elevation of 12070 feet from sea level. The arms of Lord Shiva are worshipped in Tungnath temple. A Ravan Shila is also located near the temple. According to popular belief, Raavan worshipped Lord Shiva in this Shila. 5. Rudranath, Chamoli – Ekanan or face of Lord Shiva is worshipped in Rudranath in the form of Chaturth Kedar. The ‘Rudra’ avtar of Lord Shiva is worshipped here. The temple is surrounded by kunds on all three sides like Suryakund, Chandrakund, Tarakund and Manaskund. 6. Koteshwar Mahadev, Tehri – Koteshwar Mahadev is located on the banks of river Bhagirathi at Chaka in Tehri. The temple also includes a self made ‘Bhoo shivling’.

Childless couples get the blessings of Lord Shiva here and their wishes gets fulfilled 7. Kaashi Vishwnath, Uttarkashi – Vishwnath temple or Kaashi Vishwnath is one of the oldest and ancient Hindu temples of Lord Shiva. The temple was constructed over 150 years back at the banks of Bhagirathi river. According to historical and religious significance, this temple is a symbol of meditation and peace. 8. Daksh Prajapati, Haridwar – Daksh temple situated in Kankhal of Haridwar district is an important pilgrimage centre dedicated to Lord Shiva. Kankhal is also famous as in laws house of Lord Shiva. It is believed that Daksh Prajapati, father of Sati performed a havan at this place. 9. Shiv Mandir, Timmersen, Chamoli – A natural Shivalinga is created in this spiritual cave of Timmersen Mahadev. Locals of the area visit the temple to worship shivlinga and pay their respects. This temple is located 700 metres from the last village Niti valley 10. Binsar Temple, Pauri – This temple of Lord Shiva is also known as Bindeshwar temple. It is believed that this temple was made by Maharaja Prithvi in remembrance of his father Bindu.

A fair is also organized in the temple every year on the occasion of ‘Vaikund Chaturdashi’ and ‘Kartik Purnima’ 11. Taadkeshwar Temple, Lansdowne – This is one of the religious centre dedicated to Lord Shiva in Lansdowne area. It is one of the holy siddhpeeths and 12. Lakhamandal Temple, Dehradun – Lakhamandal Shiv temple is situated at Lakhamandal, near by to Dehradun. It is believed that a Laakshagrah was created here during the Mahabharat era by Kauravas to kill Pandavas. Yuddhisthir established a Shivling at this place which is also present at the temple, popularly known as Mahamuddheswar Ancient 12 temples of Kumaon region: 1. Jaageshwar Mahadev, Almora – Located at a distance of 38 km from Almora, Jaageshwar Mahadev is an important religious and natural tourist centre. According to popular beliefs and Ling Puraan, Jaageshwar dham is one amongst the 12 jyotirlingas established by Lord Vishnu. This is one of the traditional dham of Shaivism 2. Binsar Mahadev, Ranikhet – This temple dedicated to Lord Shiva was constructed in the 10th century. Inlaid with statues of Hindu deities in the form of Maheshmardini, Har Gauri and Ganesha, the architecture of this temple is magnificent. Binsar Mahadev Temple is popular for its archaeological importance and flora.

This temple is located at a distance of about 20 km from Ranikhet3. Kapileshwar Temple, Almora – Kapileshwar Shiv temple is located at a distance of 12 km from Almora. This temple is considered as one of the grand temples of Uttarakhand. The special attraction of this temple is its ornate creations and the height of the temple is estimated to be about 37 feet. 4. Patal Bhubaneshwar, Pithoragarh – The Patal Bhubaneshwar cave situated at Gangolihat, Pithoragarh is magnificent. According to the traditional Skand Purana each stone craft present at the Paatal Bhubaneshwar cave holds a lot of secrets. The stream of water in this cave continuously anoints the Shivlinga. 5. Thalkedar temple, Pithoragarh – Situated at an elevation of about 2000 feet, this temple is located at Thalkedar hills. This temple is famous for its Shivling which is believed to be thousands of years old. This is one of the revered religious temple which is situated 16 kms from Pithoragarh. 6. Bagnath Temple, Bageshwar – This temple is famous as the Byagreshwar or Bagnath temple. It is also known as the Kaashi of Uttarakhand.

The premise of Bagnath temple includes statues of Uma-Mahesh, Vishnu, Parvati, Surya, Dashavtar Patt, Chaturmukh Shivling, Ganesh, Kartikey from 6 th ,7 th to 10 th ,11 th centuries. 7. Kranteshwar Mahadev, Champawat – Kranteshwar Mahadev temple is situated at Koorm hills of Champawat district. According to historians, the name of the Kumaon region has been taken from Kurm hills. This temple is also famous for its unique architecture. The locals of the place address the Kranteshwar Mahadev as Kandev and Kurmapad. 8. Risheshwar Mahadev, Champawat – This temple of Lord Shiva situated on the banks of the Champawat-Lohawati river was once a halt to the Kailas Mansarovar Yatra. Risheshwar Mahadev Temple is a major centre of fatith for the people of Lohaghat.

A visit to Lohaghat is considered incomplete without the visit to Risheshwar Mahadev 9. Siddha Narsingh Temple, Champawat – Situated at an elevation of 2050 metre above sea level, devotees visit the Siddh Narsingh temple all around the year. Though there is a crowd of devotees in the Siddha Narasimha temple at all times, but a huge crowd of devotees can be seen here at the time of Navratri. 10. Bhimeshwar Mahadev temple, Bhimtal – Bhimeshwar Mahadev temple is located at Bhimtal,Nainital at the banks of Bhimtal lake. Located at 22 kms ahead of Nainital, the devotees offer milk and water to the Shivling situated at the temple on the occasion of Shivratri.

It is believed that this temple was established by Pandavas 11. Mukteshwar Temple, Nainital – Mukteshwar temple is situated at the hills of Mukteshwar from ancient times. The temple is designed in Katyuri style and the devotees offer milk and water to the shivling at the time of Shivratriand12. Moteshwar Mahadev, Uddhamsinghnagar – It is one of the ancient temple since Mahabharat era and is one of the 12 th up jyotirling. Due to the thickness of the shivlingpresent here, it is known as Moteshwar Mahadev. In the Skanda Purana, it is believed that adevotee who puts water from the holy ganges at the temple will get salvation.

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क्वारी पास ट्रैक उत्तराखंड में स्थित एक खूबसूरत विंटर ट्रैकिंग स्थल है जो समुद्र तल से 12,516 फ़ीट की ऊंचाई पर स्थित है। क्वारी पास पहुंचने के लिए तहसील मुख्यालय जोशीमठ से ढाक तक 17 किमी की दूरी वाहन से तय करनी पड़ती है। इसके बाद शुरू होती है करछो व तुगासी गांव होते हुए 13 किमी लंबे ट्रैक की पैदल सैर।पैदल मार्ग पूरी तरह व्यवस्थित होने के कारण इसे ट्रैकिंग के लिए सुरक्षित माना जाता है। चार दिन के इस सफर में खाने व ठहरने की व्यवस्था जोशीमठ के ट्रैकिंग व्यवसायी करते हैं। क्वारी पास के बेस कैंप खुलारा बुग्याल (मखमली घास का मैदान) से हिमालय 360 डिग्री में चंद्राकार नजर आता है। यह हिमालय दर्शन का अलग ही आनंद है। इस पिक को करने के लिए बरसात से पहले या उसके बाद ही आपको जाना चाहिए और यहां से आपको उत्तराखंड के सबसे बड़ी चोटी नंदा देवी पर्वत का विहंगम दृश्य नजर आता है। जिसे आप देखकर अंदर से खुशी महसूस करते हैं जो आपकी अंतरात्मा को शांति देता है। जैसे-जैसे आप ट्रैक पर आगे को बढ़ते जाते है आपको हिमालय की अन्य खूबसूरत पर्वत श्रंखला देखने को मिलती है। इसी कारण इस ट्रैक की उत्तराखंड ही नहीं अपितु पूरे भारत के सबसे सुन्दर सर्दियों के ट्रैकिंग स्थलों में गिनती की जाती है।
ट्रैकिंग के दौरान आपको घने जंगलो के बीच से होकर जाना होता है जो जंगल काफी पुराने है। जंगल में ज्यादातर खूबसूरत ओक व रोडोडेंड्रोन्स के पेड़ लगे है जो लगभग एक समान दूरी पर लगे होने के कारण काफी आकर्षित दिखाई पड़ते है। बार-बार जंगल व घास के मैदानों से जाने के इस कारण ये ट्रैक अपने आप में काफी अद्भुत तथा रोमांचक दिखाई देता है। क्वारी पास का मौसम प्रति घंटे के हिसाब से बदलता रहता है जिस कारण वहां ठण्ड भी अधिक रहती है। ठण्ड व बारिश से बचाव हेतु रेन चीटर, फुल स्लीव्स पतली जैकेट्स, मंकी कैप, ट्रैकिंग शूज, गर्म मोज़े, मफलर, तौलिए, धुप से बचाव हेतु अच्छे किस्म के चश्मे, कोल्ड क्रीम, लिप बाम, सनस्क्रीन लोशन, लेड टॉर्च, गर्म पानी की बोतल, ट्रैकिंग पोल, सिरदर्द की दवाइयां जैसे क्रोसिन, डिस्प्रिन, कॉटन, बैंडदृऐड, मूव स्प्रे, गौज, क्रेप बैंडेज आदि चीजे है जो आपको ट्रैक पर जाते समय अपने साथ रखनी चाहिए। इस ट्रैक पर हर साल हजारों की संख्या में ट्रैकर्स आते है साहसिक पर्यटन को पसंद करने वालों के लिए भी ये एक आदर्श ट्रैकिंग स्थल है।
क्वारी पास ट्रैक पर कैसे पहुंचे क्वारी पास ट्रैक पर जाने की शुरूआत तीर्थ नगरी हरिद्वार से जोशीमठ तक शुरू होती है जोशीमठ की दूरी हरिद्वार से लगभग 265 किमी है। जिसके बाद जोशीमठ से चित्रकांठा जाया जाता है जिसकी कुल ऊंचाई लगभग 3,310 मीटर अथवा 10,857 फ़ीट है। अगली यात्रा चित्रकांठा से शुरू होती है जो ताली टॉप तक होती है। इस दिन का ट्रैक आपके पूरे ट्रैक में सबसे खूबसूरत होता है। यह ट्रैक कुल 4 किमी का है तथा इस ट्रैक की कुल ऊंचाई 11,070 फ़ीट है। अगली ट्रैक ताली टॉप से शुरू होकर क्वारी पास तक जाता है तथा आपको ताली टॉप पर वापस आना होता है। क्वारी पास चोटी पहुंचकर आप वहां से 360 डिग्री का दृश्य देख सकते हैं।
यहां से आपको चौखम्बा पर्वत, हाथी पर्वत, द्रोणागिरी, कॉमेंट पर्वत, मुकुट पर्वत, नंदा घुंगटी, केदार डोम तथा केदारनाथ पर्वत की बर्फ से ढकी पर्वत श्रंखला को भी करीब से देखने को मिलता है।क्वारी पास ट्रैक पर जाने का सही समय इस ट्रैक पर जाने का सही समय मार्च, अप्रैल तथा मई का रहता है। इन महीनो के दौरान आपको ऊपरी क्षेत्र में बर्फ भी देखने को मिलती है। वहीं मानसून के बाद भी आप इस ट्रैक पर जा सकते है। इस दौरान आप वहां की हरी/भरी वादियों के साथ-साथ नंदा देवी पर्वत, द्रोणागिरी पर्वत, केदार डोम तथा केदारनाथ पर्वत की खूबसूरती को भी नजदीक से देख सकते है। क्वारी ट्रैक पास का तापमानक्वारी पास का तापमान सर्दियों के समय पर बहुत ठंडा होता है। खासतौर पर दिसंबर, जनवरी व फरवरी को रात के समय यहां का तापमान 0 डिग्री से भी नीचे चला जाता है वहीं दिन के समय पर धूप निकलने के कारण यहां मौसम सामान्य रहता है। रात के समय यहां का तापमान 5 डिग्री से 10 डिग्री तक रहता है वहीं दिन के समय पर तापमान 8 डिग्री तक रहता है।

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