The Brahmatal trek is a popular winter trekking route in Uttarakhand, India, known for its stunning views of snow-capped Himalayan peaks, frozen lakes, and dense forests. It's typically a 6-day trek starting from Lohajung, offering views of peaks like Nanda Ghunti and Trishul. The trek is considered relatively moderate in difficulty and is suitable for both beginners and experienced trekkers.
Trek Name: Brahmatal Trek
Days: 6
Adventure Type: Trekking
Base Camp: Lohajung
Season:Spring | Autumn | Winter |
Month:January | February | March | April | September | October | November | December |
Country: India
Altitude: 12300 Ft.
Grade: Easy to Moderate
Rail Head: Rishikesh
Stay: homestay&Camping
Food: Meals while in trek & at homstay (Veg)
Location: Uttarakhand
Distance: 26 Km.
Trail Type: Circle trail | Camping in various locations, starting and ending at the same point.
AirPort: Jolly Grant Airport, which is 21 km away from Rishikesh
Altitude: 2300 m/ 7800 ft
Driving distance: 250 km| 10 hrs approximately
Altitude: 2,800 m/ 9,200 ft
Trek distance: 4-5 km | 5 hrs approximately
Altitude: 3,200 m/ 10,500 ft
Trek distance: 4-5 km | 4 hrs approximately
Altitude:
Brahmatal summit: 3,750 m / 12,250 ft
Jhandi top: 3,400 m / 11,150 ft
Brahmatal camp: 3,200 m / 10,700 ft
Trek distance: 6 km | 7-8 hrs approximately
Altitude: 2,300m/ 6,400 ft
Trek distance: 10 km | 8 hrs approximately
Drive Distance: 250 kilometers | 10 hours approximately
Himalayan Peaks:
Enjoy stunning, wide-angle views of Mt. Trishul, Mt. Nanda Ghunti, and other peaks from the ridgeline.
Ridge Walks:
Walk along high-altitude ridges that offer open vistas of the sprawling valleys and surrounding mountains, providing a sense of freedom and spaciousness.
Beautiful Lakes and Forests
Bekaltal Lake:
Discover this serene, high-altitude lake, which reflects the surrounding trees and transforms into a frozen spectacle in winter.
Brahmatal Lake:
Visit this crystal-blue glacial lake, said to have been a meditation spot for Lord Brahma, offering a spiritual and peaceful experience.
Oak and Rhododendron Forests:
Trek through enchanting forests of oak and rhododendron, with dense canopies that sustain patches of snow even in spring.
Unique Experiences
Winter Trekking:
Experience the magic of a winter trek as the landscape turns into a white, snow-covered paradise, with frozen lakes and snow-crunching trails.
Stargazing:
The high-altitude, low-light pollution environment makes for incredible stargazing, where the Milky Way and constellations are clearly visible.
Untouched Nature:
Experience the raw, pure beauty of nature on this relatively undiscovered trek, offering a unique connection with the wilderness