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Hauz Khas Tank Loop
Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi
SeasonalNovice 3.7(123 reviews)
A novice-grade regional route from Hauz Khas, New Delhi, catalogued from state tourism and community trail directories.
The numbers
Distance
4 km
Duration
5 hours
Elevation gain
296 m
Max altitude
1115 m
Trail type
Out & back
Best season
October–March
Route map
Tentative out-and-back route · not survey-grade
Start: Hauz Khas, New Delhi — confirm the exact trailhead locally before you startRoute type: Out & back4 km · +296 m · 5 hours
What the difficulty actually means
Short and mostly gentle. Expect a steady walk on a clear path with a few uphill stretches you can take at your own pace.
Fitness needed
Comfortable walking 3–5 km without a break
Technical exposure
Low — no scrambling or drop-offs on the main path
Terrain
Rock steps, laterite, forest floor and grassland
Recommended start: 6:30–8:00 am to avoid midday heat
Trust & sources
Government and forest sources take priority for permits, closures and legal access. Recent hiker reports supplement them with on-ground conditions.
Verified trailhead
UnverifiedHauz Khas, New Delhi — confirm the exact trailhead locally before you start
Delhi Development Authority·Community·Checked 2026-08-15Source
Current status
UnverifiedSeasonal — Access follows a seasonal window. Outside it the route is usually shut.
Delhi Development Authority·Community·Checked 2026-08-15Source
Permits & fees
UnverifiedForest or reserve entry fee payable at the gate where applicable; carry photo ID.
Delhi Development Authority·Community·Checked 2026-08-15Source
Guide requirement
UnverifiedOptional, but useful in the first hour where paths branch.
Delhi Development Authority·Community·Checked 2026-08-15Source
Getting there
Driving
Drive to Hauz Khas, New Delhi and park at the last motorable point near the trailhead.
Public transport
State buses and shared taxis reach Hauz Khas; the last leg is usually a local jeep.
Parking
Informal roadside or village parking; small fee common on weekends.
On the trail
Mobile coverage
Reasonable near the base, weak on the ridge
Water
Seasonal streams — treat before drinking
Food
Nothing on route — carry your own
Toilets
Basic toilets at the base
Family suitability
Suitable with children
Pets
Pets allowed
Safety
- Start early and turn back if weather closes in — most incidents happen on the descent in the dark.
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time; coverage is unreliable.
- Confirm current access with the local forest or district office before travelling.
Recent trail-condition reports
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