Brahmatal Trek, Uttarakhand Itinerary
| Day 1 |
Day 1: Dehradun To Karanprayag | 210 Kms In 7-8 Hours |
Start Journey from Delhi By 10 p.m , Reach Dehradun by Morning Begin the journey from Dehradun to Karanprayag located in Chamoli district of Garhwal Himalayas.During 10-11 hours of drive, will be crossing the towns of Devprayag, Rudraprayag & Karnaprayag which happen to be three of the 5 prayags or confluences of rivers, having religious significance. We will take a pit stop at Devprayag to witness the divine confluence of Alakhnanda and Bhagirathi rivers merging to become the Holy Ganga. By evening, reach Karanprayag & checkin in to the hotel. After having your dinner. attend the captain's briefing for the next day. Lights out!
| Day 2 |
Day 2 - Karanprayag To Lohajung (2300m) And Trek To Bekaltal (3,010 M) | 3-4 Hrs Drive & 6 Km Trek |
We'll start the day with warm up exercises a wholesome breakfast and drive till Lohajung.Today, we head towards our first camping destination by the lake at Bekaltal. The trail is moderately difficult but passes through some interesting terrains incliding forests, Navali & Bagdi bugyals and long serpentine curves. Midway of the trek, we witness splendid Kali valley where two mountain rivers Kali and Pindari confluence, a beautiful sight to watch. By evening, we will reach the campsite situated near the lake. Dinner will be served followed by an overnight stay in Bekaltal. .
| Day 3 |
Day 3: Bekaltal To Brahmatal (3400 M) | 7 Kms Trek In 5-6 Hours |
After warm up execrcise and hot breakfast, start trekking towards Brahmatal. Today’s trek will take you through thickets of oaks and rhododendrons over steep slopes for quite some time before finally coming out to a spectacular meadow called Talindi Top which offers some phenomenal views of Mt. Trishul. After1 km from this meadow, we reach Jhandi Top, highest point for today's trek. It offers the most scenic view of mountains decked one over the other. By early evening, we reach the campsite situated near the lake and relax. The rest of the day is at leisure, followed by dinner and sleep overnight.
| Day 4 |
Day 4: Brahmatal To Brahmatal Top (3734 M) & Back To Brahmatal | 6km In 5-6 Hours |
After have an early breakfast & briefing , we will start today's journey towards Brahmatal lake, which is an uphill climb.
Gear up appropriately for high snow & carry enough water to sustain you throughout the journey.
After 30 minutes , we will come across the the beautiful frozen Brahmatal lake reflecting the morning sunrays surrounded by mesmerising Himalayan mountain views. Beyond the lake, the trail ascends moderately, then passes through two ridges before reaching the summit. At the top, witness the breath-taking spectacle of snow clapped mountain ranges , try spotting Mt. Trishul , Mt. Nanda Ghunti, Mt Chaukhamba, Mt. Neelkanth, Mt Kamet & Mt Hathi Ghoda among the ranges.
Spend some time at the top immersing in the experience before heading back to campsite.
Dinner and overnight sleep at Brahmatal campsite.
| Day 5 |
Day 5: Brahmatal To Lohajung And Drive To Karnaprayag | 11 Km Trek In 7-8 Hours & 3 Hours Drive |
Post breakfast , we will start our trek towards Lohajung following the same route as ascent. The trail will be passing through Oak & rhododendron trees, midway of the trek we will have our packed lunch. Expect to reach Lohajung in 7-8 hours & start driving towards hotel in Karanprayag. We can witness the Aarti at Sangam in the evening before we have delicious dinner. Reflect on your journey once more before retiring for the night.
| Day 6 |
Day 6: Karanprayag To Dehradun/Rishikesh | Departure Day |
After having breakfast, start your journey towards Dehradun/Rishikesh. After having lunch at midway, we will take a pit stop at Rishikesh. By late evening, we are back in Dehradun. Trekkers looking to travel on Day 6 itself can be dropped at the bus stand. Overnight journey from Dehradun/rishikesh to delhi.
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