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Another Jewel of the Himalayas that’s devoted to Lord Brahma with rich history. Brahmatal Lake trek is one of the most famous winter treks of Uttarakhand, which showcases the magnificent Himalayan ranges with the blanket of snow. Centuries old oak tree forests, meadow walk, bekaltaal lake and everything else about this trek is one of a kind, not to be missed. The best time for this trek is December to March.
Adventurous ridge walk, mesmerizing forest walk, enchanting frozen lake view- all in one: Brahmatal Lake trek!! Adventurous ridge walk, mesmerizing forest walk, enchanting frozen lake view- all in one: Brahmatal Lake trek!!
TREK ATTRACTIONS
- Brahmatal Lake trek is one the few winter treks in country from where you can view Himalayan Peaks such as Nanda Ghunti & Trishul from up close.
- Experience the walk through Oak forest and Rhododendron Forest throughout the first and Second day of trek.
- Trek through alpine forest covered in snowflakes and view of forest making it black & white.
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Witness mighty Himalayan Peaks of Trishul and Nanda Ghunti at the closest as you can be.
Cost
9,500 INR per person.
- Rishikesh to Rishikesh (including transport)
- 7500 INR for food, stay and trek; 2000INR for transportation.
Highest Altitude
12,250 feet/3180 meters
QUICK ITINERARY
DAY 1: RISHIKESH/DEHRADUN TO LOHAJUNG
Drive Duration: 255Km | Drive Duration: 8-10 Hours | Altitude: 7750 ft
DAY 2 : LOHAJUNG TO Tilandi
Trek Distance: 7.5Km | Duration: 4-5 hours | Altitude Gain: 7750 ft – 10495 ft
DAY 3 : TILANDI TO BRAHMATAL VIA BRAHMATAL SUMMIT
Trek Distance: 8.5Km | Duration: 5-6 Hours | Altitude Gain & Loss: 10495 ft – 12250 ft – 10190 ft
DAY 4 : Brahmatal to lohajung
Trek Distance: 8Km | Duration: 4-5 Hours | Altitude Loss: 10190 ft – 7750 ft
DAY 5 : LOHAJUNG TO RISHIKESH/Dehradun
Drive Duration: 255Km | Drive Duration: 8-10 Hours | Altitude: 7750 ft
HOW DOES EACH DAY LOOK?
DAY 1: RISHIKESH/DEHRADUN TO LOHAJUNG
- Drive Distance: 255km
- Drive Duration: 8-10 Hours
- Altitude Gain: 7750 ft.
- Pick up from Rishikesh at 7 AM
- Drive to Lohajung via Karanprayag
- Reach Primal Himalayas Campus
- Meals: Snacks, Dinner.
- Stay for the night in Yellow Bird hostel & cafe.
DAY 2 : LOHAJUNG TO Tilandi
- Trek Distance: 7.5 Km
- Trek Duration: 4-5 Hours
- Altitude Gain: 7750 ft - 10495 ft
- Breakfast at Hostel.
- Trek to Tilandi via Telang Meadows
- Trek of 7 km to Tilandi Campsite
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening snacks and Dinner.
- Stay in the camps for the night.
DAY 3 : TILANDI TO BRAHMATAL VIA BRAHMATAL SUMMIT
- Trek Distance: 8.5 Km
- Trek Duration: 5-6 Hours
- Altitude Gain & Loss: 10495 ft - 12250 ft – 10190 ft
- Breakfast at Camp Site.
- Trek to Brahmatal lake via Brahmatal Top.
- Trek distance 6 km aprox time 5 to 6 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening snacks and Dinner.
- Stay in the camps for the night.
DAY 4 : Brahmatal to lohajung
- Trek Distance: 8 Km
- Trek Duration: 4-5 Hours
- Altitude Gain: 10190 ft – 7750 ft
- Breakfast at Camp Site.
- Start the Trek back to Lohajung Basecamp
- Trek distance 8.5km aprox time 7 to 8 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening snacks and Dinner.
- Stay at the Hostel for the night
DAY 5 : LOHAJUNG TO RISHIKESH/Dehradun
- Drive Distance: 255km
- Drive Duration: 8-10 Hours
- Leave for Rishikesh.
- Reach Rishikesh by 4 or 5 PM.
- Plan your journey from there.
How Difficult is Brahmatal Trek?
- BRS Grade: T2
- Path: Continuous route and passage marking.
- Terrain: Steep in parts, danger of slipping not excluded.
- Terrain: Good steady footing. Waterproof trekking shoes recommended. Basic navigation skills required. Basic alpine experience.
Brahmatal trek has slightly longer trekking days and has steep ascents and descents. So, it is rated as a T2 trek that is beginners to moderate because it requires good endurance.
Getting to the details, this 6-day trek climbs from 7,550 ft to 12,250 ft. That’s almost an altitude gain of 5,000 ft. This climb is one of the major challenges on the trek.
What's Included
- Accommodation in Hostel, Homestay, Camps.
- Stay is included from day 1 to day 4.
- All meals from dinner at Lohajung to dinner on day are included.
- Forest permit/Camping charges.
- Tents/sleeping bags/mats.
- Trek leader,Cook, helpers, mules to carry common luggage.
- First aid, medical kit, oxygen cylinders, stretchers etc. Professional Trek Leader (Experienced), Guide, and Support staff.
What’s not included?
- Meals or extended stay during or after the road journey.
- Basic, healthy food will be given for 3 times a day. Extra food/snacks will not be covered.
- Transportation to reach Rishikesh before the trek commences.
- Insurance.
- Any early return travel & stay costs or accommodation.
- Any expenses for medical treatment before, during or after the trek.
- Mules or porters to carry personal luggage.
- Any expenses not specified.
Stay and Food
- Your stay at Rishikesh is at your expense.
- You will be given accommodation at Lohajung, either in a Backpackers’ hostel or guest houses. Twin/quad sharing basis.
- Tents will also be shared. Twin-sharing.
- During your stay, 3 basic meals will be provided a day, with coffee/Tea. During the trek, it will be the same with nutritious snack to keep up your energy level.
Transportation
- You will be picked from Rishikesh in a 4-wheeler early in the morning around 7am.
- Pick up from and to Lohajung before and after trek can also be arranged.
- You will be dropped back in Rishikesh once the trek is completed. After Rishikesh, Primal Himalayas is not responsible for your stay/food/transport etc.
What to carry?
MANDATORY DOCUMENTS
These are documents required for legal purposes by Primal Himalayas and the forest department. Without any of these, you will not be allowed to trek.
Original and photocopy of identity card. Anything such as a driver’s license, Aadhar Card, or passport will do. This is required by the forest department for your identification.
PACKING LIST
Here is a list of everything you need for your trek.
Shoes and backpackTrekking shoes with ankle support (Available on Rent)
Backpack with rain cover (Available on rent)
Warm Layers and Clothes.
Warm layers (Jackets available on rent)
3 layers if you’re trekking in spring, summer and monsoon (1 woollen sweater, 1 fleece, 1 padded jacket or Down Jacket [Preferred]).
4 layers if you’re trekking in autumn (1 woollen sweater, 2 fleece, 1 padded jacket or Down Jacket [Preferred]).
5 layers if you’re trekking in winter (1 pair of thermals, 1 woollen sweater, 2 fleece, 1 padded jacket or Down Jacket [Preferred]).
3 Collared T-shirts (Wear one, carry two).
2 quick-dry trek pants (Wear one, carry one)
Accessories
Sunglasses
Sun cap with flaps
Waterproof glove
Balaclava
Woollen socks (2 pairs of Dry fit + 1 pair of Woollen)
Headlamp (Available on rent)
Trekking pole (Available on rent)
Rain jacket + pants / poncho (Available on rent)
Toiletries
Sunscreen
Moisturiser
Light towel
Lip balm or vaseline
Toilet paper
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Reusable plastic covers (for used clothes)
Cutlery
- Steel lunch box, spoon and mug.
Two water bottles or Hydration Pack.
PERSONAL MEDICAL KIT
Diamox
Dolo 650
Avomin
Combiflam
Pain relief Spray
Crepe Bandage
Digene
ORS
Knee Brace
Dettol
Band Aids
Antiseptic Ointment
Fitness level
Able to do a basic walk for 5 km within 30 minutes. Should not have any medical conditions like heart ailments, diabetes, obesity, etc. Mountain sickness can be worrying anyone, but you just have to keep yourself hydrated, with right amount of physical activity before the trek. If you have any allergies to any food/insect bites/medicine do inform the team prior hand, to avoid mishaps.
Conduct
Say no to bullying. Let’s all be nice to self, to staff, fellow trekkers and to nature as well. We are here to enjoy the peaceful day, not to disrupt it. No rude talks.
Say no to plastics. If you’re carrying any kind of plastic during your trek you take it back to the basecamp and dump only in dumpsters, and not anywhere else.
Consent matters. Ask people before you want them to be involved in any kind of activity like sharing food, taking photographs etc.
HAPPY AND SAFE TREKKING!!
WE HOPE YOU ENJOY THE TREK WITH PRIMAL HIMALAYAS, AND COME BACK FOR MORE SUCH TREKS!
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