Synopsis of The Bali Pass Trek

At Mountains Path, we are proud to lead you across the legendary Bali Pass Trek—a bold Himalayan expedition that fuses raw wilderness, ancient mythology, and high-altitude accomplishment into one unforgettable arc of personal transformation. Towering at 4,950 meters (16,240 ft), Bali Pass stands as one of the most thrilling crossover treks in Uttarakhand, linking the mystical Har Ki Dun valley with the sacred Yamunotri basin—a journey where every footstep is steeped in grit, grandeur, and the spirit of exploration.

The trail begins in Sankri, a tranquil hamlet perched on the edge of the Govind Pashu Vihar Sanctuary. From here, your path winds through pine forests, quaint villages like Osla, and the vast alpine meadows of Dev Thach, before entering the surreal silence of Ruinsara Valley, where snowy peaks mirror in glacial lakes. As you progress, the terrain becomes increasingly dramatic—glacial moraines, narrow ridgelines, and scree fields set the stage for the final ascent toward the Bali Pass, a knife-edge saddle that tests both your stamina and your spirit.

Summit day begins under starlight, ascending steep snow-covered slopes where crampons, trekking poles, and sheer determination guide your way. At the top, you’re rewarded with an unrivalled Himalayan spectacle—Swargarohini, Kala Nag, and Bandarpunch pierce the sky, while the distant Yamunotri trail disappears into myth and mist. This isn’t just a pass—it’s a portal into the wild, the sacred, and the enduring power of perseverance.

Bali Pass is a serious trek, best suited for experienced high-altitude trekkers who crave something beyond the ordinary. Its challenges are real: long days, cold nights, snow crossings, and exposed descents under expert guidance. It offers a transformative taste of true Himalayan expedition life without the technical gear demands of mountaineering. The trek also honours the sacred geography of the Garhwal region, tracing old shepherd routes and pilgrimage paths that echo with legends and lore.

The best seasons to undertake this trek are May–June and September–October, when weather windows open briefly to reveal stark alpine beauty, blooming valleys, and icy mountain drama. Spring brings snow adventures, while autumn offers crystal-clear skies and a palette of golden grasslands.

At Mountains Path, we don’t just guide you across a pass; we walk beside you through one of the most raw and rewarding journeys in the Indian Himalayas. With experienced mountaineers, structured acclimatisation, and a logistics system refined by years of Himalayan expertise, we make your Bali Pass experience safe, soulful, and unforgettable. From the warm hospitality of Osla village to the frozen heights of the pass, this trek will stretch your limits, sharpen your resilience, and reconnect you with the elemental power of the mountains.

More than a trek, Bali Pass is a rite of passage test of will, a celebration of nature’s rawest forms, and a high-altitude journey that calls to those ready to step beyond the beaten path.