Unta Dhura Pass Trek
7 Days · 5322m Camel Pass · Milam-Ralam Connection · Nanda Devi Views
📅 7 Days
• 5322m Pass
🌿 Valley Traverse
🥾 Difficult
7 Days · 5322m Camel Pass · Milam-Ralam Connection · Nanda Devi Views
Unta Dhura (5322m) means the "camel pass" — the name comes from the silhouette of the pass ridgeline which resembles a camel's hump. The pass connects the Milam valley with the Ralam valley in the Pithoragarh district of Kumaon Himalaya, allowing a traverse between two important glacier valleys in the region. The views from the pass include Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot, Rajrambha, and the Nepal Himalayan range.
The typical route goes from the Milam valley side — starting at Munsiyari, trekking via Milam Glacier, crossing Unta Dhura, and descending into the Ralam valley. Alternatively it can be done in reverse. This traverse makes it possible to see both Milam and Ralam glaciers in a single 7-8 day trip without backtracking. The upper section of both valley sides near the pass involves significant altitude and boulder/moraine terrain.
Unta Dhura requires prior high-altitude trekking experience (4000m+ minimum) and the ILP required for both valleys must be obtained. Dev Yatra organises Unta Dhura Pass trek packages from Haridwar with Munsiyari transport, all camping, experienced Kumaon guide, ILP arrangement, and porter support.
Nanda Devi (7816m) and Nanda Kot (6861m) clearly visible from the pass ridgeline.
Connects two of Kumaon's most scenic glacier valleys. No backtracking on the traverse route.
Upper sections of both valleys involve moraine, boulder fields, and glacier edge terrain.
The pass's namesake profile visible from the valley approach. Distinctive and memorable.
BEST SEASON
Best conditions. Both valleys accessible. Pass crossing manageable. Good weather window.
EARLY AUTUMN
Post-monsoon clarity. September window recommended. October too cold.
CLOSED
Both valleys and pass snowbound. Inaccessible.
All our treks start from Haridwar . Reach Haridwar first:
Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun (35 km from Haridwar). Flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru.
Haridwar Railway Station — overnight trains from Delhi take 5-6 hours.
Delhi ISBT to Haridwar by Volvo (6 hrs). State buses connect to all base towns.
Delhi to Haridwar 210 km (4-5 hrs via NH-58). Pickup from Delhi/Dehradun on request.
Unta Dhura connects two restricted-zone valleys in the Pithoragarh district — both require ILP. The crossing at 5310m is serious and the Darma Valley approach to the pass is steep. The Darma Valley villages have remarkable wooden architecture and the Bhotia communities maintain traditions distinct from mainstream Kumaon. Do this route only after prior experience in the Panchachuli or Milam area. September–October gives the most stable weather window for the crossing. Navigation above Dugtu village requires an experienced local guide.