QUICK FACTS
Trek Start & End Location - Dehradun
Trek Start Time - 06:00 AM on Day 1
Trek End Time - 08:00 PM on Day 5
Trek Duration - 5 Days/ 4 Nights
Trek Difficulty - Moderate (suitable for beginners)
Trek Distance - Approx. 22 km round-trip from Lohajung
Trek Height - 12250 feet
Best Time to Visit - December to March for snow; September to November for clear skies and scenic views
TREK HIGHLIGHTS
Beautiful Parvat Views: Fantastic views of icy peaks- Mount Trishul, Mount Nanda Ghati, and other tall Himalayan mountains.
Brahma Lake: It is a calm and frozen lake covered by snow and oak trees. People think Lord Brahma once meditated here.
Snow Trekking: This walk is perfect for winter trekking. The paths are often covered with snow, making it very enjoyable for snow lovers.
Local Culture: During the trip, interact with the villagers and experience their unique living traditions in places like Grahan and Ratapni.
Sunrise and Sunset: On clear days, you can see the sunlight, such as Chaukhamba and Neelkanth.
TREK OVERVIEW
The Brahmatal Trek with MadTrek Adventures is perfect for winter because it is easily accessible and offers wonderful views. You get views of the actual Himalayas without the need to acclimate to great heights, so that beginners can also enjoy it. A sneak peek of icy trails, fantastic mountains, and the peaceful Brahmatal Lake trek makes it an excellent alternative for winter adventures.
DAY WISE ITINERARY
Day 1 - Dehradun to Lohajung (Drive)
Distance: Approximately 295 km
Duration: 10-11 hours by road
Route: Dehradun – Devprayag – Karnaprayag – Tharali – Lohajung
Meals: Dinner only
Lohajung’s drive is filled with beautiful scenes, featuring curved streets, rivers, and lush green valleys, making it an ideal starting point for your trek to Brahmatal. On the way you will look at Devprayd, where two rivers, Alakananda and Bhagirathi are found. In the evening, you come to the base camp, Lohjung.
Day 2 - Lohajung to Bekaltal (Trek)
Distance: 6 km
Duration: 4-5 hours
Altitude: 7,600 ft to 9,800 ft
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
The trek starts with an easy climb through dense oak and flowering forests. You will cross small streams and open, clear areas. The first campsite is Becktal, a calm lake surrounded by oak trees.
Day 3 - Bekaltal to Brahmatal (Trek)
Distance: 7 km
Duration: 5-6 hours
Altitude: 9,800 ft to 10,450 ft
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Today’s brand is a relatively straightforward climb with some steep sections. You will catch a view of the High Himalaya. You will run through an open clearing before reaching the Brahmatal campsite, where you can organize camps near Frozen Lake.
Day 4 - Brahmatal to Lohajung
Distance: 10 km
Duration: 7-8 hours
Altitude: 10,450 ft to 12,250 ft (Brahmatal Top) and back to 7,600 ft
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
On this day, you will reach the highest point of the trip, called the Brahmatal peak. The trek is challenging, but it offers beautiful views from open ridges. After having some time on top, you will return to Lohjung.
Day 5 - Lohajung to Dehradun (Drive)
Distance: 295 km
Duration: 10-11 hours drive
Meals: Breakfast only
Drive back to Dehradun, concluding your trek with one last scenic journey through Uttarakhand’s picturesque landscapes.
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SEND ENQUIRYINCLUDES/ EXCLUDES
Price Includes
- Food: Vegetarian food from dinner on the first day, for breakfast on the fifth day.
- Stay: Camp by a dome tent, divided by 3 or 4 people.
- Permission: All forest and clay permits (if necessary).
- Equipment: Technical equipment such as snow axes, crampons, carts, and ropes for the top.
- Guide: Expert and certified tour guide throughout the trip.
Price Excludes
- Tips, Gratitude to the Team
- Any Private Expense
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities
- Any other service not mentioned above in the inclusions
HOW TO REACH
By Train:
You can expect a train from Dehradun to Kathgodam - the ride usually takes about 7 to 8 hours. Once you reach Kathgodam, you will need to rent a taxi or find a shared jeep to Lohjung. It is about 93 km trip and may take 5 to 6 hours, depending on the road conditions.
By Bus:
Prefer road over rail? You can take a bus from Dehradun to either Haldwani or Kathgodam - the ride usually takes about 9 to 10 hours. Once you reach there, it is easy to find a taxi or hop into a shared jeep with Lohjung.
By Road (driving):
Head out from Dehradun to Rishikesh. Once you arrive in this incredible city, continue to Haridwar. From there, the road takes you to Kotdwara. And your next destination is Haldwani, and finally, you’ll reach Kathgodam.
THINGS TO CARRY
- A pair of waterproof shoes for adventure
- Warm thermal wear
- Fast-dry pants and shirts
- Heavy waterproof jacket for cold weather
- 3-4 liters of water (bottle or hydration pack)
- Trekking poles for balance
- 2-3 Pairs of woolen socks
- 2-3 Pairs of waterproof woolen gloves
- Headlamp or torch with extra batteries
- First aid kit with personal medicines
- Toiletries- toothbrush, toothpaste, toilet paper, bodywash, sunscreen
- A rain cover for a backpack
- Power bank for charging devices
FAQS
Limited coverage. The network works in Lohajung, but the signal is lost as soon as you climb. Be prepared for the outside trek experiences!
December to March is ideal for snow enthusiasts, while October and November offer Clear Sky and surprising mountain scenes with wooden squares.
With Madtrek Adventures, the cost of the Brahmatal Trek package is ₹ 7,499, inclusive of food, Guide, Allowance, and housing.
Yes! The Brahmaltal tour is an early-friendly route with moderate difficulties. Proper stamina and guidance make it nice for the first time.
The Brahmatal tour reaches a height of 3,735 meters, offering fantastic and captivating views.
The home features Trek in Lohjung, along with comfortable tents situated under basic cottages or guesthouses.
The cost of the Trek is between ₹ 7,000 to ₹ 12,000 per person, based on the Trek operators and inclusions.
The trek is challenging for craving adventures. it is perfect for those who love to enjoy the trekking experiences and a decent level of fitness.
CONFIRMATION POLICY
- Within a day of a successful booking, the client gets a voucher of the confirmation through email.
- If the preferred slots are not available, an alternative schedule will be arranged according to the preference of the customer, and a new voucher of confirmation will be sent through email.
- Alternatively, before confirmation, the customer can decide to cancel their booking, and a complete refund will be issued.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Cancellations made in between 45 days of the start date of the trip will be assessed a cancellation fee of 25% of the total tour cost.
- Cancellations made between 15-30 days of the trip’s start date will be charged 50% of the total tour cost as cancellation fees.
- If you cancel within 0-15 days of the trip’s start date, you will be charged 100% of the entire tour cost as cancellation fees.
- In the event of bad weather or government restrictions, any trips or events may be cancelled. In such a case, the operators will do all possible to give a viable alternative. However, a cash refund is not available on this item.
REFUND POLICY
If you select a refund after canceling your trek, the refund amount will be deposited into the payment account that you had used while making payment to us. It will take ten to twelve working days.
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ABOUT US
Why MadTrek ?
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