Brahmatal Trek
Chamoli,Garhwal,Uttarakhand
Grade
Easy
No of Days
Maximum Altitude
3700Meters
Price
INR 9500/- Per Person Haridwar to Haridwar
Available Date
1st Feb to 6th Feb 2024
About Brahmatal Trek
Brahmatal trek is one of the best winter trek, and highly recommended for the beginners. It not only known for its enormous beauty but it also has connection with mythology (which is believed to be the meditation site of Lord Brahma). It is situated 7000 ft approx., above the sea level, in Uttarakhand, Garhwal region of Chamoli District, bordering the Kumaon region. In the morning you could never have imagined how beautiful it look when the first rays of the Sun kisses the snow-clad peaks and at night when sky is full of stars, it completely mesmerizes the trekkers. Throughout the trail you find the spectacular views of famous Peaks of Uttarakhand like, Mt. Trishul, Mt. Nadaghunti, Mt.
Chowkhamba, Mt. Hathi, Ghori, Palki and Nilkanth. But among these the Nandaghunti and Mt. Trishul catches the entire attraction for its amazing close view and beauty. There is another lake known as Bekaltal, which is also the first campsite, the beautiful Bekaltal is surrounded by pine and cedar trees and there is temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Known as BekalNath, the lake holds a beautiful mythological story as well. This trek take one through beautiful valleys, streams and inside the jungle where you find rhododendron, mostly during the month of March and April, Cedar, Fir tree and many other flora and fauna. This trail give you lot more than you have ever seen. Above all the trail remains fully covered with snow especially in the winter months. The temperature may run around -5 degree to -7 at night, and at morning around 12 degrees to 15 degrees. A very easy trek which is highly recommended for the beginners
Itinerary
Day 01
Day 02
Day 03
Day 04
Day 05
Day 06
Reporting at Lohajung from Haridwar:-
Early morning reporting in Haridwar, then drive to Lohajung. After arrival on Lohajung, briefing and registration to be completed, by the Trek Leader. Relax yourself and get prepared for the next day adventure. Overnight at Guest House/Lodge.
Lohajung to Bekaltal lake ( 9800ft, 8 KM, 5 Hr)
After take hot breakfast, we move for our first base campsite Bekaltal. Today we cover 8 km long trek in 4-5hr crossing the rhododendron tree jungle. Small Dhabas are available on the trail, provides awesome views of Navali Bugyal and Bagdi Bugyal. The trail is entirely through the dense forest, through pine, cedar, fir, chestnut trees. After reaching Bekaltal, you will be served hot lunch then relax yourself in the beautiful campsite and explore the surroundings visit Bekaltal and BekalNath Mandir. Overnight stay in camp.
Bekaltal to Brahmtal (10,400ft, 7KM, 8 Hr)
After early breakfast, we start trek for Brahmatal (3400M), the place where Lord Brahma is said to have meditated long ago. This forest is home to Monal, the state bird of Uttarakhand. Views of peaks like Trishul, Bethartoli, Nandaghunti will keep you motivating throughout, Jhandi Top provides an amazing 360 degree view of the surrounding. Brahmatal is generally a small in size difficult to locate from a distance especially in winters when it gets completely frozen. After reaching camp, Hot lunch will be served, after lunch set yourself to explore and get mesmerised with the beauty of Brahmatal. Night here can be very cold here in the months of winters, so we will have early dinner, get yourself wrapped and feel comfortable and cozy in sleeping bags.
Brahmatal to Brahmatal Top, then trek to Tilbudi(12300ft, 12 KM, 7-8 Hr)
Today is the longest day of the entire trek. Get up early and have early breakfast, then we will start our trek to Brahmatal Top, the summit point or the highest point unfolds the amazing views and leaves the trekkers stunned, which takes about 3 hours. Look out for the magnificent 360 degree views of Himalayan range on your right. Two of the most prominent peaks are Mt. Trishul and Nandaghunti which look so close as if you can touch them. Apart from these two one can get amazing views of Chaukhamba, Kamet, Hathi, Ghori, and Neelkanth. After relishing on the top, we will descend to Tilbudi through the dense forest of oak, cedar, rhododendrons. Packed lunch will be provided today. Reach the campsite and relax yourself in the dense forest, and explore the surroundings. Overnight stay at camp.
Tilbudi to Lohajung(6kms, 4-5hrs)
Today is the last day after viewing the magnificent views for last few days, today's trail is entirely downhill and well marked, after few kilometres trek through the Oak and rhododendron forest, one starts finding settlements and villages, and shepherd huts as well. After reaching Lohajung, relax yourself in the Homestay and explore the town, the sunset in Lohajung takes a special place in the heart, get amazing view of Kumaon Region of Gwaldam, Munsiyari. Overnight stay at Homestay/Lodge
Departure from Lohajung, get up early in the morning and set yourself ready for departure from the beautiful town of Lohajung. We will drive back to Haridwar via Tharali, Dewal, Karnaprayag,Rudraprayag ,Rishikesh. Himalayan Passion will leave you in Haridwar Railway Station. Our Journey ends leave only footprints, take back sweet Himalayan memories.
"What included"
Cost of accommodation in Huts/Hotels/Homestays and two night in Lohajung
Cost of Fooding while on trek (Morning and evening Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner- meals will be provided. Breakfast-Roti, Sabji/Maggi, etc., Lunch/Dinner-Rice/Roti, Sabji, Dal, Achar, etc.).(Day 1:- Dinner to Day 5:- Dinner)
Technical Camping equipments:- Tents(sharing basis), Sleeping Bag, Mattress, Utensils, Microspikes, Technical climbing equipments, Gaiters etc.
Guide,Support staff,cook, Supporting crew.
Cost of Permit fees.
Cost of transportation from Haridwar/Rishikesh to Haridwar/Rishikesh
"What not included"
Cost of Personal expenses.
Cost of emergency due to bad weather conditions.
Cost of personal porter for offloading
Meals during transit i.e. meals while on road or travelling will not be provided. No meals will be provided in Last day (Day 5)
Anything which is not mentioned in the inclusion.
Booking Policy:
To book your trek, you need to pay 30% of the trek fees as advance. Rest 70% to be paid in cash when you reach the basecamp, to be collected by the team leader.
One can pay the amount online(Net Banking, GPay, UPI ID).
Details to be shared on request.
Cancellation Policy:
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30 days before the trek date, full refund of the paid amount
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15 days before the trek date, 50% refund of the paid amount.
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Cancellation less than 15days to the start date of the trek, no refund possible
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In case Himalayan Passion cancels the trek or trip, full refund will be paid.
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One has option to send another person on their behalf.
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One has option to adjust the paid amount on any other trek, if a person cannot join the trek he/she paid for(within 365 days)