Winter sweeps alluringly on the slopes here, making Brahmatal one of the rare Himalayan destinations available for trekking in December, January, February, and March. Pull factors are many on this trek—changing vistas, from deep and shadowy forests of oaks and rhododendrons to snow-covered meadows, lakeside camping at Bekaltal, the alpine Brahmatal lake vicinity, and a climactic vision of fabulous high peaks glittering across a brilliant sky!

Short Itinerary

Day 1-Reach at Lohajung (7,600 ft.), 210 Km drive from Dehradun / Kathgodam

Day 2-Lohajung (7,600 ft.) to Bekaltal (9,689 ft.)

Day 3-Bekaltal (9,689 ft.) to Brahmatal Lake (10,440 ft.)

Day 4-Brahmatal Lake (10,440 ft.) to Brahmatal Top (12,200 ft.) to Daldum

Day 5-Daldam to Rishikesh / Kathgodam

Detail Itinerary

Day 1

Reach at Lohajung (7,600 ft.), 210 Km drive from Dehradun / Kathgodam

Drive to Lohajung which takes about 9-10 hours from Dehradun / Kathgodam with stunning views of high altitude peaks like Trishul, Maiktoli, Nanda Devi, Ghori Parvat, Nanda Khat, Hathi Parvat, and Ghori Parvat. Take a small halt at “Teen Dhara” for refreshments and capture the moment as the views here are seriously unforgettable. Lohajung serves as the beginning point and the base camp for the Brahmatal trek.

Duration:3 hours

Day 2

Lohajung (7,600 ft.) to Bekaltal (9,689 ft.)

The first day of the trek starts from Lohajung to Bekaltal which takes about 4-5 hours. Get up early in the morning, have breakfast and get ready to begin. Just beside Lohajung follow the ascending human-made stone trek. Along the way, you would encounter some startling views of the Nanda Ghunti Peak. The walk is mostly inside the jungle of the Conifer, Cedar, Oak and Fir.

Duration: 3 hours

Day 3

Bekaltal (9,689 ft.) to Brahmatal Lake (10,440 ft.)

Today is the day to trek to Brahmatal Lake where Lord Brahma meditated many years ago. It takes about 5-6 hours to reach Brahmatal from Bekaltal Campsite. The trail starts steeply into the Oak and Rhododendron forest which leads to the meadow of Telandi top. In the winter, you will see the meadow of Telandi turns into a vast snowfield and crossing the area, a gala of thrill.

Duration: 3 hours

Day 4

Brahmatal Lake (10,440 ft.) to Brahmatal Top (12,200 ft.) to Daldum

The trek begins with a 40-minute climb through the mixed forests of Oak and Rhododendrons leading towards the open meadows and base of the big climb to the top. When you reach the summit, You will see Mana, Neelkanth, Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhambha, Nilgiri, Mandir, Trishul, Maitoli, and high mountains stretching to the Panchachuli range. Trekking towards to top will be a mesmerizing experience. However, it will be a long way, but don't worry because, in each step, you will see something to adore around you. After that we will reach Daldum which takes 4-5 hrs from basecamp

Duration: 8 hours

Day 5

Daldum to Rishikesh / Kathgodam

On 5th days there will be departing for Haldwani (Kathgodam)/Rishikesh. We hope this whole five days journey to Brahmatal will bring wonders in your.

Duration: 10 hours

Tour Packages Option

Rs. 7,000/- Per Person (Rishikesh to Rishikesh)

Rs. 5,500/- Per Person (Lohajung to Lohajung)

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