Auden's Col Trek vs Har Ki Dun Trek
Compare Auden's Col Trek and Har Ki Dun Trek side by side — difficulty, duration, altitude, best season, permits and cost. Har Ki Dun Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Auden's Col Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Har Ki Dun Trek fits a shorter schedule; Har Ki Dun Trek is easier on the budget.
Our verdict
Har Ki Dun Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Auden's Col Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Har Ki Dun Trek fits a shorter schedule; Har Ki Dun Trek is easier on the budget.
| Feature | Auden's Col Trek | Har Ki Dun Trek |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Expert Only | Easy–Moderate |
| Duration | 15 days | 6 days |
| Max altitude | 18,011 ft | 11,696 ft |
| Best season | May – Jun | Sep – Nov |
| Permits | Permit required | Permit required |
| Est. cost | ₹35,000–₹55,000 | ₹8,000–₹18,000 |
| Region | Uttarakhand | Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand |