
Bali Pass Trek: Bali Pass is named after Bali, the monkey king of Kishkindha mountain, a significant figure in Hindu mythology. Despite being located in North India, the pass is named after Bali because he is believed to have crossed these mountains during carrying Sanjaivani buti ( a kind of herbs) from the Himalayas mountains for The Lord Rama when they were in critical situation with Ramayan and defeated a demon at Odari who tried to interrupted him. This Trek was Connecting to a Yamunotri and Har Ki Dun Valley, Bali Pass trek at an altitude of 16240 ft. ( 4,950M) is a difficult trek meant for seasoned trekkers only. Bali Pass trek starts from Sankri village in Uttarakhand and ends at Janki Chatti. This trek offers splendid panoramic views of Swargarohini Peak, Kalanag, and Bandarpunch Peak. The alpine meadows of Dev Thach in the middle of the Ruinsara forest is something to look out for. The Ruinsara lake has unmatched beauty and grandeur with a mythological story associated with it. The Bali Pass trek should be in the list of trekkers who wish to experience the nature at its best and push their limits. The best months to do Bali Pass trek are from May to June and from September to October. With challenging terrains, steep ascents and descents, exhilarating pass crossing, and narrow trails, one has to have a very good physical and mental endurance to undertake this trek successfully. Considered as one of the most unexplored trails in the Indian Himalayas, the Bali Pass Trek is for adventurists who wish to pursue offbeat treks.