We are Sarthii Travels — Dharchula's most trusted local operator for sacred Himalayan pilgrimages and treks in the Kumaon borderlands.
The name Sarthii (सारथी) means "Charioteer" — inspired by Lord Krishna's role guiding Arjuna through the Mahabharata. Just as Krishna guided with wisdom and devotion, we guide you safely through the mountains.
Sarthii Travels was established in Dharchula, Pithoragarh district, to bridge the gap between pilgrims and the remote, sacred peaks of Kumaon. Our founders grew up in the shadow of these mountains and know every valley, every weather pattern, and every checkpoint on the way to Adi Kailash.
We specialize in end-to-end logistics for the Adi Kailash & Om Parvat Yatra and the Darma Valley Expedition — areas bordering Tibet that require special Inner-Line Permits, medical checks, and high-clearance 4×4 vehicles. We handle all of it so you can focus entirely on your spiritual journey.
By focusing exclusively on the Kumaon hills, we actively support the local border communities. Every guide, driver, and host is a local — bringing deep traditional knowledge that no outsider can replicate.
Three pillars guide everything we do — from the moment you book with us to the moment you safely return home.
Our tagline is Travel With Trust. We maintain absolute transparency in pricing, bookings, and accommodation details. No hidden fees — ever. What we quote is what you pay.
Traveling above 4,500m demands medical diligence. We schedule gradual acclimatization stops, monitor blood-oxygen levels daily, and carry high-flow oxygen cylinders and BP monitors on every trip.
We encourage minimal plastic footprints and champion village homestays over large hotels. Every booking you make funnels revenue directly to the remote border villagers of Kumaon.
We are not a generic travel agency. We are specialists — locals who have done these routes hundreds of times.
Inner-Line Permits for Vyas Valley are complex and time-sensitive. We have been navigating this paperwork for over 9 years and never missed a clearance.
Our 4×4 Scorpio convoy is maintained, inspected, and driver-trained specifically for the rough mountain roads of the Vyas and Darma valleys.
We have handpicked and personally vetted every homestay in Gunji, Kutti, and Dharchula for cleanliness, food quality, and warmth of service.
All our guides carry government-issued certifications, first-aid training, and speak both Hindi and local Kumaoni dialects for seamless communication.
We understand that most pilgrims follow vegetarian diets. All meals throughout the journey — from breakfast to dinner — are freshly cooked vegetarian.
Our team is available around the clock during your journey. Whether it's a weather update or an emergency — we respond within minutes.
Get in touch with our team in Dharchula to check dates, permit statuses, and arrange a personalized itinerary for your group.
