Auden's Col Trek vs Kuari Pass Trek
Compare Auden's Col Trek and Kuari Pass Trek side by side — difficulty, duration, altitude, best season, permits and cost. Kuari Pass Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Auden's Col Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Kuari Pass Trek fits a shorter schedule; Kuari Pass Trek is easier on the budget.
Our verdict
Kuari Pass Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Auden's Col Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Kuari Pass Trek fits a shorter schedule; Kuari Pass Trek is easier on the budget.
| Feature | Auden's Col Trek | Kuari Pass Trek |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Expert Only | Easy–Moderate |
| Duration | 15 days | 6 days |
| Max altitude | 18,011 ft | 12,000 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, Uttarakhand |