Detailed Route
Nandikund Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
A meticulously structured 6-day journey commencing at Rishikesh and completing at Rishikesh. The trail progresses naturally through diverse climate zones, offering proper acclimatization milestones, scenic ridge highlights, and beautiful, high-value campsite locations.
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Duration
6 Days
Total Distance
47 KM
Max Altitude
14,268 FT
Trek Type
linear
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Day by Day Breakdown
Drive Rishikesh to Mandal Village
Arrive and rest. Stock up any last food items from Gopeshwar on the drive.
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Mandal to Bamak
A long ascending trail following the Mandal River through dense rhododendron and oak forest. The meadow clearing at Bamak provides first views of the high peaks ahead.
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Bamak to High Camp
The trail leaves the last vegetation behind and enters a world of boulder fields and snowfield patches. The high camp sits on a rocky ledge with dramatic views of the surrounding peak walls.
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High Camp to Nandikund Lake
The final approach is the reward. A narrow snowfield crossing leads to the edge of the pristine blue lake. Camp here overnight. Sunrise at this altitude is extraordinary.
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Nandikund to Bamak
Leave at first light to catch the lake at sunrise. Descend through the full vertical gain accumulated over two days — knees must be protected with double poles.
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Bamak to Mandal, Drive to Rishikesh
Final descent to Mandal and long drive back through the Alaknanda valley.
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