Brahmatal Trek Itinerary
- Day 1: Drive from Rishikesh to Lohajung
Drive- 250 km | Duration- 10-11 hours | Starting Point – Nepali Farm Chauraha, Rishikesh | Stay- Guest house (Lohajung) | Meals- Dinner only
Report at Nepali Farm Chauraha in Rishikesh before 6:00 AM, where our representative will meet you for a short briefing. The 250 km drive to Lohajung village follows the Alaknanda and Pindar rivers through forested hills and Garhwali villages.
On the way you pass Devprayag, where the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda meet to form the Ganga (one of the panch prayag), Karnaprayag and the Dhari Devi temple. We stop for breakfast and lunch and aim to reach Lohajung by 5:00 PM.
In the evening you check in to the guest house, meet your trek leader and collect your crampons and gaiters, which are included in the package.
- Day 2: Lohajung to Bekaltal
Trek- 6 km | Duration- 5-6 hours | Altitude Gain- 7,600 ft to 9,900 ft | Difficulty- Moderate | Starting- Lohajung (8:00 A.M) | Stay- Camp (near Bekaltal) | Meals- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 2 is the first day on foot: a 6 km climb from Lohajung to the campsite near Bekaltal, a small forest lake. The trail climbs steadily through oak and rhododendron forest, with a few steep patches and open clearings for rest.
After about 2 hours you cross a wooden bridge over a clear stream. It is the only water source today, so carry a 1-litre bottle and purification tablets or a filter. Depending on the month, you may meet snow patches higher up.
The campsite sits in a clearing surrounded by tall oaks. In winter the lake is often partly frozen, and a short walk from camp leads to a good sunrise and sunset viewpoint. Dinner is served hot at camp.
- Day 3: Bekaltal to Brahmatal Lake campsite (via Telindi Top)
Trek- 6 km | Duration- 6-7 hours | Altitude Gain- 9,900 ft to 10,450 ft | Difficulty- Moderate | Starting- Bekaltal (8:00 A.M) | Stay- Camp (Brahmatal Lake campsite) | Meals- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
The first 1 to 1.5 hours out of Bekaltal are a steep climb that takes you above the tree line, where the views of snow peaks and deep valleys open up. The trail then eases along a ridge and, in winter, across open snowfields.
About an hour later you reach Telindi Top, a viewpoint with a wide panorama of the Garhwal Himalaya, including Mt. Trishul and Mt. Nanda Ghunti.
From Telindi Top, a gentle descent leads to our campsite beside Brahmatal Lake, which is partly frozen in winter and surrounded by snowy ridges. You have the afternoon to rest and explore around camp before dinner.
- Day 4: Brahmatal Top summit and descent to Daldum
Trek- 6 km | Duration- 8-9 hours | Altitude Gain- 10,450 ft to 12,250 ft | Altitude Loss- 12,250 ft to 9,350 ft | Difficulty- Moderate | Starting- Brahmatal Lake campsite (6:00 A.M) | Stay- Camp (Daldum) | Meals- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
We start at 6:00 AM after breakfast. From the campsite by the lake, the trail climbs steeply towards Brahmatal Top (12,250 ft), which takes about 2.5 to 3 hours. In winter this section is usually under snow and slippery, so wear your crampons and follow the trek leader's line.
On a clear day, the summit gives a 360-degree view of Mt. Trishul, Mt. Nanda Ghunti and parts of the Roopkund route. After time for photos, we descend to the Daldum campsite at 9,350 ft.
There is no water source on this stretch, so carry 2 litres of water. Expect to reach camp by late afternoon, depending on the group's pace.
- Day 5: Daldum to Lohajung
Trek- 4 km | Duration- 3 hours | Altitude Loss- 9,350 ft to 7,600 ft | Difficulty- Moderate | Starting- Daldum (8:00 A.M) | Stay- Homestay (Lohajung) | Meals- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
A relaxed 8:00 AM start for the last 4 km, a descent from Daldum to Lohajung. It begins gently, then turns rocky and slippery in places, especially with snow, so a trekking pole helps.
You reach Lohajung by late morning, check in to the homestay and have a hot lunch. The afternoon is free to rest or explore the village, and the evening ends with dinner and a farewell with your group.
- Day 6: Drive back from Lohajung to Rishikesh
Drive: 250 km | Duration: 9-10 hours | Starting- Lohajung (6:00 A.M) | No Stay
We leave Lohajung at 6:00 AM for the 250 km drive back down the valleys to Rishikesh, arriving around 7:00 PM, where the trek ends.
If you booked the Delhi package, the bus to Delhi leaves from Nepali Farm, where the tempo traveller drops you.
Inclusions
- Pickup and drop services for trek to Brahmatal lake is from Rishikesh to Rishikesh
- Travel in fully maintained Dzire, Ertiga, Innova, or Tempo Traveller based on group size
- Connecting Volvo Semi Sleeper / Sleeper bus will be provided for those who book the Brahmatal trek from Delhi
- Sleeping bags, sleeping mats, and all essential camping gear provided
- Hygienic and high-quality equipment for a safe and cozy outdoor stay
- Comfortable stay on triple or quad sharing basis
- Mix of hotels, homestays, and alpine tents for a complete mountain living experience
- Nutritious and tasty Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Freshly prepared snacks and hot tea/coffee during the trek
- First aid medical kit available at all times
- Experienced local trek guide for safety and navigation
- High-quality crampons and gaiters for snow treks
- All trekking permits and forest permissions included
🚗 Comfortable Transportation
🏕️ Camping Equipment Included
🏡 Accommodation
🍲 Delicious Meals
🩺 Safety & Support
🥾 Trekking Essentials
Exclusions
- Any personal expenses.
- Any expenditure arises out of unforeseen natural calamity
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusion list.
- Offloading (a porter or mule to carry your backpack), available at ₹1,500 per bag for the whole trek; book it in advance.
- Any extra food you buy.
- Any pictures clicked by an outside person.
Quick Facts
- Average temperature: December to February, day about 5°C to 8°C and night about -3°C to -8°C (colder at higher camps); November and March, day about 10°C to 13°C and night around -2°C
- Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Brahmatal Height: 12,250 Feet (3,734 meters)
- Trekking Distance to Brahmatal Lake: 22kms
- Best time for Brahmatal Lake Trek: December to February for snow; November and March for clearer views
- Location: Chamoli, Uttarakhand
- Base camp: Lohajung
- Brahmatal Trek Difficulty Level: Moderate
- Nearest Railway Station: Kathgodam (regional); however, all Manchala Mushafir pickups are from Rishikesh (Nepali Farm Chauraha) or Delhi (ISBT Kashmiri Gate) — please book your travel to one of those, not Kathgodam.
- Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant, Dehradun
- Mobile connectivity: Mobile network will be available at Lohajung and Summit point
Things to Pack for the Brahmatal Trek
You carry your own backpack on this trek (or offload it for ₹1,500 per bag), so pack only the essentials to keep it light. Here's a quick summary of what you'll need for the Brahmatal trek:
Clothing & Trekking Gear
- T-shirts, trek pants, and thermal inner wear
- Woolen cap, muffler/scarf, and gloves
- Woolen and cotton socks, waterproof high-ankle trekking shoes
- Lightweight raincoat and trekking pole
Other Essentials
- 1-litre water bottle, sunglasses, sunscreen (SPF 50+), lip balm
- Personal toiletries, hand sanitizer, and a face mask
- Head lamp with extra batteries and a basic personal medical kit
Documents to Carry
- Aadhar Card/Driving Licence/Passport in original
- E-copy of Manchala Mushafir invoice
Your guide carries a full medical kit throughout the trek, so you don't need to bring one - packing a few personal essentials like your regular prescriptions is enough.
For the complete, detailed packing checklist - including exact quantities, medical kit contents, and packing tips - see our full Brahmatal Trek packing guide.