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Brahmatal Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
Brahmatal Trek is a 6-day loop from Lohajung, with the frozen Brahmatal lake at 12,098ft reached fully on Day 4.
Standard RouteThis is the standard mountain pacing for this trek. Specific operators may add an acclimatization day or alter the starting point. Check individual operator schedules for their exact logistics.
Duration
5 Days
Total Distance
22 KM
Max Altitude
12,250 FT
Trek Type
circuit
Permits Required Before You Go
Permit Cost
Where to Get
Operator Manages
Documents
Aadhar Card or Passport for registration
Foreign Nationals
allowed
Foreigner Process
Register at Lohajung police/forest post with Passport/Visa copy.
Nearest Embassy Hub
Dehradun
Day by Day Breakdown
Camp Alt
7,600 ft
Day Gain
+6,450 ft
Drive to Lohajung
Pick up from Rishikesh at 6 AM. Last ATM in Tharali. Guesthouse stay at Lohajung. Evening briefing with trek team.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
The mountain road navigates upward from the foothills through steep river valleys to a high-altitude transit hub.
Camp Alt
9,950 ft
Day Gain
+2,350 ft
Reach Bekaltal
Dense forest of oak, pine and rhododendron. Gujreni is a beautiful clearing — first campsite for some operators. Bekaltal lake has naturally brown water due to dissolved organic matter. Usually frozen in peak winter. Temple dedicated to Nag Devta beside the lake.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
The rugged alpine terrain opens up to reveal a spectacular high-altitude glacial tarn, serving as a critical hydrological node in the upper watershed.
Camp Alt
10,450 ft
Day Gain
+500 ft
Reach Brahmatal Camp
Forest opens to Tilandi Top — wide meadow with panoramic views of Trishul and Nanda Ghunti. Jhandi Top offers full mountain panorama including entire Roopkund trail. Descend 1.5km to Brahmatal campsite. Lake is 500m from camp — Lord Brahma said to have meditated here.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
The rugged alpine terrain opens up to reveal a spectacular high-altitude glacial tarn, serving as a critical hydrological node in the upper watershed.
Camp Alt
7,600 ft
Day Gain
-2,850 ft
Today's Objective
🏔 Summit Brahmatal Summit
Ridge walk across Chota and Bada Jhandidar with valleys on both sides. Summit at 12,250ft: 360-degree views of Trishul, Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhamba, Neelkanth, Nilgiri, Panchachuli group. Packed lunch at summit. Long descent back to Lohajung — start early.
Key Landmarks
Staying At
Crossing the high-altitude pass bridges two distinct watershed systems, shifting the expedition over the glaciated divide and down into a new river basin.
Camp Alt
1,150 ft
Day Gain
-6,450 ft
Drive to Rishikesh
Return drive. Expected arrival Rishikesh by evening.
Key Landmarks
The mountain valley topography transitions back into the lower foothill river plains.
Trek Extensions & Add-ons
Roopkund Trail Crossover
+2 DaysConnecting via Wan village to join the classic Roopkund trail.
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