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Kedartal Trek

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About Kedartal Trek

6 Days
challenging

Kedartal is a pristine glacial lake at 15,584 ft reflecting the mighty Thalaysagar — creating one of the most iconic mountain mirror images in the Himalayas. This 6-day difficult trek from Gangotri involves steep moraines, boulder fields, and challenging river crossings. Kedartal rewards only those with strong fitness and prior trekking experience with an otherworldly, near-vertical amphitheatre of granite peaks. Often called the Patagonia of India.

Trek Highlights

Emerald Lake (15,500 ft)

Deep green glacial lake surrounded by massive 6,000m+ peaks.

Spider Wall crossing

A vertical rock section that requires careful foot placement over the Kedar Ganga gorge.

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Common Questions

Why is Kedartal called the "Emerald Lake"?
The lake has a deep emerald-green color due to the specific glacier minerals and its high-altitude crystalline purity.
How difficult is the trek from Gangotri?
It is significantly more difficult than Gaumukh. The trail is narrower, involves steep climbs on loose scree, and reaches a much higher altitude.
Can we see Mt. Thalaysagar?
Yes, Kedartal is situated directly at the foot of Mount Thalaysagar (6,904m) and Brigupanth peak.
Is there any forest on this route?
Only for the first 2km. Beyond that, the trail is completely in the high-altitude rocky-moraine zone.
Is the water drinkable?
The lake water is glacial and clean, but most trekkers prefer using the small side-streams for drinking.
Does the trek have any tea-houses?
None. This is an unsupported camping trek. You must carry all your supplies.
What is the best month to visit?
Late May-June and September-October. Avoid monsoons at all costs due to the fragile and steep trail.
Why is Kedartal called the "Emerald Lake"?
The lake has a deep emerald-green color due to the specific glacier minerals and its high-altitude crystalline purity.
How difficult is the trek from Gangotri?
It is significantly more difficult than Gaumukh. The trail is narrower, involves steep climbs on loose scree, and reaches a much higher altitude.
Can we see Mt. Thalaysagar?
Yes, Kedartal is situated directly at the foot of Mount Thalaysagar (6,904m) and Brigupanth peak.
Is there any forest on this route?
Only for the first 2km. Beyond that, the trail is completely in the high-altitude rocky-moraine zone.
Is the water drinkable?
The lake water is glacial and clean, but most trekkers prefer using the small side-streams for drinking.
Does the trek have any tea-houses?
None. This is an unsupported camping trek. You must carry all your supplies.
What is the best month to visit?
Late May-June and September-October. Avoid monsoons at all costs due to the fragile and steep trail.

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