Roopkund Trek

+91-9105000148
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Uttarakhand

8 Day

15500 Ft

53 Km

Easy to Moderate

₹ 11,500 Per Person

Brief Description

 Group Size     : 15
 Season            : May -June

Roopkund (locally known as Mystery Lake, Skeletons Lake) is a high altitude glacial lake in the Uttarakhand state of India. It lies in the lap of Trishul massif and is famous for the hundreds of human skeletons found at the edge of the lake. The area is uninhabited, in the Himalayas at an altitude of 5,029 metres (16,499 feet). Surrounded by rock-strewn glaciers and snow-clad mountains, the lake is a popular trekking destination.
A shallow lake, having a depth of about two metres, Roopkund has attracted attention because of the human skeletal remains that are visible at its bottom when the snow melts.Researchers have concluded that the skeletons are the remains of people killed in a sudden, violent hailstorm in the 9th century. Because of the human remains, the lake has been called Skeleton Lake in recent times.

Available Dates

06 Feb – 11 Feb (Open)
13 Feb – 18 Feb (Open)
20 Feb – 25 Feb (Open)

06 March – 11 March (Open)
13 March – 18 March (Open)
19 March – 24 March (Open)
26 March – 31 March (Open)

03 April – 08 April (Open)
10 April – 15 April (Open)
16 April – 21 April (Open)
22 April – 27 April (Open)

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Itinerary

We will meet at Kathgodam railway station at 7:00 a.m. and from here board a vehicle and be driven up to Lohajung. This is a long but interesting drive. You will initially drive along beautiful Kumaon mountains via Almora and Kausani. Later we get into Garhwal region and continue to drive upto Lohajung. On arrival we will settle down in beautiful camp side at Lohajung. Overnight in Tents

Today’s walk is gradual apart from the last stretch to reach Didana village. The walk is through an enchanting mixed forest abundant in bird life so carrying a bird book will be a good idea. You will a couple of villages to appreciate a lifestyle typical of the terrain. After about 4 -5 hrs of walking, initially going downhill and then up again, you will reach the campsite above Didana village getting full view of the trail for tomorrow leading to the famous Ali & Bedni bugyals (meadows). Overnight in tents.

Today after a steady ascent through thick oak forest we will come to the alpine grazing meadows called Ali bugyal. It’s a super place for taking a break and to enjoy the views of unending vistas in all directions and if the sky is clear you will be mesmerized by the views of the Trishul peak. From here on it’s a pleasure walk till Bedni bugyal with the gradient being moderate. Bedni bugyal is a very fine camping site with vast open views and grazing pastures all around, not to forget the close views of the Trishul& Nanda Ghunti peaks. Overnight in tents.

You will start climbing up the slopes of the meadow and trek up to the ridge on top from where there are fine views. You will have to crest another ridge coming to the shrine at Kalu Vinayak. From here there are fabulous views of Neelkanth, Chaukhamba & Hathi peaks. From here on, depending upon the season you will find snow in varying quantities. The terrain also becomes a bit rocky. Short distance from here is the desolated campsite at Bhugubasa. Today in the final stages one might feel slightly out of breath due to the altitude one will get comfortable in sometime after one spends some time here. Overnight in tents.

The day is going to be full of adventure and give you a great feeling of having achieved something. We will start early and mostly make it to the lake in about 2.5-3 hrs. You will climb through moraine, rock gardens and snow patches to reach the periphery of the mystery lake. This trail is steep at sections and there are possibilities of it being under snow for about 9-10 months. If there is not too much of snow around the lake you will get to see human bones and skeletons. There are spectacular views from the region. You will spend some time here and also have the option of climbing up a short distance towards the ridge of Jurangali (20 mins). You spend some time here taking pictures and then retrace your steps to Patal Nauchaniya. This is a long walk down and we will take lots of rest in between. Overnight in tents

Trek down through the beautiful meadows, jungles of pine, rhododendron & oak to reach Wan, a village you are sure to fall in love with. Visit the village temple and rest for some time. Our trek will end here and we will board the vehicles and drive down to Lohajung. On arrival we will settle down in beautiful camp side at Lohajung . Overnight in tents..

Post breakfast drive down to Kathgodam. Arrive around 4 pm at kathgodam. The trip ends here.

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Trek Essentials

Basic Essentials
o Back Pack & Rain Cover (50-60 liter)
o Day Pack & Rain Cover (20-30 liter, If you hire mule or porter)
o Couple of water bottles (Avoid Bisleri Bottles)
o Hiking Shoes (Should be water proof and ankle support)
o Torch (With extra batteries)
o Glucose, Chocolates, biscuits and nuts
o Personal Medical kit (If you required)
o Original ID Card

 

Clothing Essentials
o Trek Pants – 2 Nos. (Avoid Jeans, Shorts, Capris, Fitting Denims)
o T-shirts – 4 Nos. (2 Full Sleeves, 2 Half Sleeves)
o Sweater – 2 Nos. (1 Fleece, 1 Woollen)
o Jacket – 2 Nos. (1 Fleece, 1 Down feather)
o Thermal Wear – 1 Nos.
o Gloves – 2 Nos. (1 Woollen, 1 Waterproof)
o Socks – 5 Nos. (3 Cotton, 2 Woollen)
o Warm Inner wears
o Rain Coat / Poncho – 1 Nos.
o Handkerchief/towels – 1 Nos.
o Slippers – 1 Nos.

 

Protect Your Head
o UV sunglasses – 1 Nos.
o Caps – 2 Nos. (1 Sun Cap, 1 Woollen Cap)
o Balaclava – 1 Nos.

Personal Utilities
o Sunscreen Cream
o Body Lotion
o Lip Balm
o Sanitizer
o Tooth Brush & Paste
o Quick Dry Towel
o Cameras
o Books (If you like reading)
o Music Instruments (Guitar, Flute)

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions on Brahmatal Trek

  1. What is the fitness level required for the Roopkund trek and how hard is the trek?
    A. This trek is moderate to difficult, right from fit/adventurous to seasoned hikers.
  2. Which is the best time for Roopkund Trek?
    A. April to June & September-October
  3. What is the maximum altitude point of Roopkund trek?
    A. Roopkund – 4750m
  4. How can we reach Kathgodam?
    A. Kathgodam is around 300km from Delhi by road. So many trains and buses are well connected to Kathgodam.
  5. Which transport you provide from Kathgodam to Lohajung & Return?
    A. Tempo Traveller / Tata Sumo / Mahindra Bolero
  6. What will be the daytime and night temperature?
    A. During daytime, the temperature will be around 15° to 20° and during night it will fall down to -5°
  7. Are trekking shoes mandatory?
    A. Trekking shoes are not mandatory but, it will make the trek comfortable. Take a shoe with a good grip and high ankle support. It would be better if the shoes are waterproof.
  8. Are there any provisions for taking bath?
    A. There is no provision for a bath on the trek.
  9. What is the size of trekking group?
    A. 20-30 People
  10. How many guides are there in one group?
    A. 2 guides
  11. Is accommodation for men and women separate?
    A. Yes, men and women will not be sharing tents, unless they want.
  12. What kind of food you provide during the trek?
    A. We provide food for 4 times in a day i.e. Breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, and dinner.
  13. Do I need to carry any documents with me?
    A. Carry an original ID card and a photograph.
  14. Do you provide toilet tents?
    A. Yes, we do provide Toilet tents.
  15. Can we expect rains/snowfall during the trek?
    A. Yes, Sudden weather changes are expected, always carry a light raincoat or waterproof windcheater/poncho.
  16. Is there any mobile network connectivity?
    A. In Lohajung you will get BSNL, IDEA, AIRTEL, VODAFONE mobile networks. In other locations, you won’t have any network.
  17. Where can we get Electricity?
    A. During the trek, you will get electricity only in Lohajung.

What's Included

INCLUDED

 Transport from Kathgodam to Lohajung & Return
 Accommodation during the trek (camping)
 All meals – vegetarian
 Campfire at Camps (If Available)
 Trekking permits and forest camping charges
 Trekking equipment (tents, sleeping bags, ice axes, ropes, etc.)
 Services of an expert trek leader (qualified in basic/advanced mountaineering courses)
 Services of an expert trek team (guides, cooks, helpers, porters/mules)
 Safety equipment (first aid, medical kit, oxygen cylinders, stretcher, etc.)
 Achievement Certificate
 Memories of Life Time

NOT INCLUDED

 GST 5% (Service Tax)
 Transport from your city to Kathgodam and Return
 Backpack offloading charges (Rs.250 Per Day/Per Bag)
Food during transport from Kathgodam to Lohajung & Return
 Backpack offloading charges
 Personal expenses of any kind
 Anything apart from the inclusions

How to Reach

Trains to Kathgodam :
Ranikhet Express (15013) From Jaipur/Delhi
Uttarnchal sampark kranti (15035) From Delhi
NDLS KGM Shatabdi (12040) From Delhi
Bagh Express (13019) From Howrah/Lucknow
Lucknow Kathgodam Express (15043) From Lucknow

Buses to Kathgodam:
Regular buses from Anand Vihar ISBT Delhi and from major cities of UP.

Cancellation Policy

  1. Before 30 days: Full refund (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for hotel bookings, transport, etc.)
  2. Between 21-30 days: 75% of trip cost will be refunded
  3. Between 11-20 days: 50% of trip cost will be refunded
  4. Between 0-10 days: No refund

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Nag Tibba Trek

+91-9105000148
Book this Trek

Uttarakhand

2 Day

9900 Ft

16 Km

Easy

₹ 3,500 Per Person

Brief Description

 Group Size          : 15

Nag Tibba famously known as Serpents mountain in located in lesser Himalayas of garhwal region of Uttrakhand at an altitude of 3022 meters.

It is believed to be the abode of ‘Nag Devta’ or God of Snakes, from which it borrows the first part of its name; ‘Tibba’ is a local word for hill or peak. This place is frequented by trekkers and adventure lovers for its scenic beauty and is at elevation of 3022 meters. Winters are chilly and summers are pleasant, making it an attractive place for camping. The place can be reached from Dehradun via road. There are three ways to do this trek one route from Devalsari and the other from Shrikot, Pantwari. It has a beautiful temple on the top, and a little over, one can see entire Bandarpoonch ranges of Great Indian Himalayas towards the Yumnotri side.

Available Dates

06 Feb – 11 Feb (Open)
13 Feb – 18 Feb (Open)
20 Feb – 25 Feb (Open)

06 March – 11 March (Open)
13 March – 18 March (Open)
19 March – 24 March (Open)
26 March – 31 March (Open)

03 April – 08 April (Open)
10 April – 15 April (Open)
16 April – 21 April (Open)
22 April – 27 April (Open)

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Itinerary

Drive from Dehradun to Pantwari village via Mussoorie, Kempty falls. Will reach Pantwari village starting point of the trek which is is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand. There are three routes that you could take to go to Nag Tibba. This one via Pantwari village is the shortest, with a total trail distance of 8 km from Panthwari Village to the Nag Tibba Summit. However, we will not go all the way to the summit today but stop at Khatian(camp 1), 4.5 km from Panthwari.

Rise early to get a head start as it is going to be a long day with lot of walking to do. From Camp 1, locate a trail towards the right going straight into the forest.

The estimated time it takes to reach Nag Tibba Base is around 45 minutes to 1 hour. Nag Tibba Base is a large clearing with a temple dedicated to the Serpent God.

You get a view of the Garhwal peaks through the forest. In winter one will encounter a lot of snow here. The snow makes the climb more challenging. It can take anywhere between  1 to 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the summit. The summit is straight up and does not require you to go left or right.

Look for a flag on the highest point called Nag Tibba “Jhandi” or summit. On the left hand slope from the summit one can get a terrific view of the Himalayan ranges of Swargrohini, Bandarpoonch, Kala Nag, Srikanta, and Gangotri.

After spending some time at the summit, begin your descent. Retrace your way to Nag Tibba Base. Here, you can see a trail going down into the forest to the right. Two cemented structures mark the beginning of this trail. This is a single trail that goes all the way to Pantwari. Proceed to Dehradun, stopping at Pantwari .

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Trek Essentials

Basic Essentials
o Back Pack & Rain Cover (50-60 liter)
o Day Pack & Rain Cover (20-30 liter, If you hire mule or porter)
o Couple of water bottles (Avoid Bisleri Bottles)
o Hiking Shoes (Should be water proof and ankle support)
o Torch (With extra batteries)
o Glucose, Chocolates, biscuits and nuts
o Personal Medical kit (If you required)
o Original ID Card

 

Clothing Essentials
o Trek Pants – 2 Nos. (Avoid Jeans, Shorts, Capris, Fitting Denims)
o T-shirts – 4 Nos. (2 Full Sleeves, 2 Half Sleeves)
o Sweater – 2 Nos. (1 Fleece, 1 Woollen)
o Jacket – 2 Nos. (1 Fleece, 1 Down feather)
o Thermal Wear – 1 Nos.
o Gloves – 2 Nos. (1 Woollen, 1 Waterproof)
o Socks – 5 Nos. (3 Cotton, 2 Woollen)
o Warm Inner wears
o Rain Coat / Poncho – 1 Nos.
o Handkerchief/towels – 1 Nos.
o Slippers – 1 Nos.

 

Protect Your Head
o UV sunglasses – 1 Nos.
o Caps – 2 Nos. (1 Sun Cap, 1 Woollen Cap)
o Balaclava – 1 Nos.

Personal Utilities
o Sunscreen Cream
o Body Lotion
o Lip Balm
o Sanitizer
o Tooth Brush & Paste
o Quick Dry Towel
o Cameras
o Books (If you like reading)
o Music Instruments (Guitar, Flute)

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions on Brahmatal Trek

Q   Which are the best seasons for the Nag Tibba trek?

A    October to June .

Q   What is the style of accommodation in this trek?

A    Accommodation on all days of the trek will be in tents, where you will be sharing rooms with fellow trekkers.

Q  What will the temperatures be like during this trek?

A    Day time temperatures will range from 12-20ºC and night time temperature will range from 4-10ºC.

Q   What will we do if it rains?

A    If it starts raining while you’re trekking, we will continue on the trail as planned. Your poncho should protect you from the rain. Carry a backpack cover for extra protection from rain for your belongings.

Q   How do we reach Pantwari?

A    We will arrange pick – up vehicles/shared cabs from Dehradun railway station to Pantwari. This transport cost is to be borne by the trekkers.

Q   How do we get back after the trek?

A    We will arrange for shared cabs from Pantwari to Dehradun. This cost is to be borne by the trekkers and is not included in the trek fee.

Q   Are backpacks, raincoats and other equipment available for rent ?

A    No. Highland trekkers does not rent any equipment. You may purchase trekking poles and other equipment from open market.

Q   Is this a good trek for a first timer?

A    It is suitable for a first time trekker provided you are fit .

Q   Is there an option to offload my backpack on this trek?

A    Yes, there is an option to offload your backpack. This will cost Rs.250/day  if you inform us in advance. If you decide to offload once you start trek, the amount will be Rs.350 per day inclusive of tax. The offloaded bag should not weigh more than 9 kg.

Q   What are washroom/toilet facilities like on the trek?

A    There will be toilet tents in the trek.

Q   Will there be water sources on the way? Will two litres of water be enough?

A    For your day’s trek, two litres of water should be enough. You will also find water sources along the trail on all days of the trek.

Q   How do I manage the low temperatures on the trek? Do I need special jackets?

A    At high altitudes, temperatures are sure to dip into negative at nights.. For these extreme cold temperatures, you need to wear three layers of woollen, inners and lower.

What's Included

INCLUDED

 Transport from Dehradun to Pantwari & Return
 Accommodation during the trek (camping)
 All meals – vegetarian
 Campfire at Camps (If Available)
 Trekking permits and forest camping charges
 Trekking equipment (tents, sleeping bags, ice axes, ropes, etc.)
 Services of an expert trek leader (qualified in basic/advanced mountaineering courses)
 Services of an expert trek team (guides, cooks, helpers, porters/mules)
 Safety equipment (first aid, medical kit, oxygen cylinders, stretcher, etc.)
 Achievement Certificate
 Memories of Life Time

NOT INCLUDED

 Backpack offloading charges (Rs.250 Per Day/Per Bag)
Food during transport from Dehradun to Pantwari & Return
 Backpack offloading charges
 Personal expenses of any kind
 Anything apart from the inclusions

How to Reach

Flights to Dehradun:
There is a daily flight from Delhi to Dehradun

Trains to Dehradun :
Dehradun Express (12687) From Delhi
Doon Express (13009) From Kolkata
Dehradun Express (19019) From Mumbai

Buses to Dehradun:
Regular buses from Delhi and from major cities of North India.

Cancellation Policy

  1. Before 30 days: Full refund (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for hotel bookings, transport, etc.)
  2. Between 21-30 days: 75% of trip cost will be refunded
  3. Between 11-20 days: 50% of trip cost will be refunded
  4. Between 0-10 days: No refund

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