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Brahmatal Trek
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Trekking · Uttarakhand

Brahmatal Trek

moderate5 days / 4 nights

Duration

5 days / 4 nights

Price

5,500

Group size

1–20

Best time

Nearest city: RishikeshAltitude: 3730m

A stunning winter trek through snow-covered oak and rhododendron forests to the frozen Brahmatal Lake, offering panoramic views of Trishul, Nanda Ghunti, and Chaukhamba peaks.

Highlights

  • Walk on snow-covered trails through dense oak and rhododendron forests
  • Views of frozen Brahmatal Lake and Brahmatal Top at 3,730m
  • Panoramic summit views of Trishul, Nanda Ghunti, and Chaukhamba peaks

Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Drive Rishikesh to Lohajung (base camp, 1,760m, 9 hrs)

    Day 1: Drive Rishikesh to Lohajung (base camp, 1,760m, 9 hrs)

  2. Day 2: Trek Lohajung to Didna/Brahmatal camp (5 km, 4-5 hrs) throug

    Day 2: Trek Lohajung to Didna/Brahmatal camp (5 km, 4-5 hrs) through oak forests

  3. Day 3: Trek to Brahmatal Lake and Brahmatal Top (5 km, 5-6 hrs)

    Day 3: Trek to Brahmatal Lake and Brahmatal Top (5 km, 5-6 hrs)

  4. Day 4: Trek back to Lohajung (6 km, 5-6 hrs)

    Day 4: Trek back to Lohajung (6 km, 5-6 hrs)

  5. Day 5: Drive Lohajung to Rishikesh (9 hrs)

    Day 5: Drive Lohajung to Rishikesh (9 hrs)

Inclusions

  • Accommodation in tents/camps (twin sharing, 3 nights)
  • All meals from Day 1 lunch to Day 5 breakfast
  • Trek leader, guide, cook, and support staff
  • All permits and forest entry fees
  • First aid kit and safety equipment

Exclusions

  • Personal trekking gear
  • Backpack offloading (extra charge)
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses and tips

Safety guidelines

  1. Winter temperatures at camps can drop to -10°C to -15°C (Jan-Feb)
  2. Carry microspikes/crampons for icy sections in winter
  3. No mobile network on trail - inform family before departure
  4. Last ATM is in Srinagar (Uttarakhand) before Lohajung
  5. Adequate warm clothing - multiple layers essential