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About Roopkund Trek

8 Days
15,900 FT
Challenging

Roopkund is India's most famous mystery trek — a glacial lake at 15,750 ft surrounded by hundreds of ancient human skeletons dating back to the 9th century. This 8-day challenging trek through Ali and Bedni Bugyal, two of Uttarakhand's most stunning alpine meadows, climbs through dramatic terrain to the skeleton-strewn shores of this high-altitude lake. With views of Trishul and Nanda Ghunti, Roopkund is the ultimate Himalayan adventure for experienced trekkers seeking history, altitude, and raw wilderness.

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Ali Bugyal

Giant green meadows with panoramic views.

Roopkund Lake

The mystery lake with 9th century skeletons.

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Common Questions

Why is the trek currently suspended by some operators?
The High Court ban on camping on alpine meadows (Bugyals) in 2018 regulated the flow, but it is accessible via alternative routes and limited camping permits.
Who were the people in the lake?
Studies suggest they were groups from the 9th century and the 19th century, likely from the eastern Mediterranean and local pilgrims, caught in a massive hailstorm.
What is 'Junargali'?
It is a high ridge above Roopkund lake (16,000 ft) that offers a head-on view of Mt. Trishul.
Is it a difficult trek?
Yes, it is classified as hard due to the high altitude (16,000 ft) and the steep climb through snow at the final stretch.
What are Ali Bugyal and Bedni Bugyal?
These are two of the most famous and beautiful high-altitude meadows in India that you cross on the way to Roopkund.
What is the total duration?
Typically 8 days from Kathgodam/Lohajung.
Is oxygen required?
Most professional teams carry emergency oxygen. Trekkers frequently face light AMS symptoms at the Bhagwabasa camp.
Why is the trek currently suspended by some operators?
The High Court ban on camping on alpine meadows (Bugyals) in 2018 regulated the flow, but it is accessible via alternative routes and limited camping permits.
Who were the people in the lake?
Studies suggest they were groups from the 9th century and the 19th century, likely from the eastern Mediterranean and local pilgrims, caught in a massive hailstorm.
What is 'Junargali'?
It is a high ridge above Roopkund lake (16,000 ft) that offers a head-on view of Mt. Trishul.
Is it a difficult trek?
Yes, it is classified as hard due to the high altitude (16,000 ft) and the steep climb through snow at the final stretch.
What are Ali Bugyal and Bedni Bugyal?
These are two of the most famous and beautiful high-altitude meadows in India that you cross on the way to Roopkund.
What is the total duration?
Typically 8 days from Kathgodam/Lohajung.
Is oxygen required?
Most professional teams carry emergency oxygen. Trekkers frequently face light AMS symptoms at the Bhagwabasa camp.

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