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’s 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’s 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.
Duration – 7 Days Dehradun to Dehradun
Best Season – May, June, Sep and Oct
Level – Moderate
Highest Points – (4100 m)
Weather – Nights are cold and day temperature is pleasant during the season.
Winter temperatures – (-3°C to -5°C)
Summer temperatures – (5° C to 15° C)
Starting Point – Dehradun
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