Brahmatal Trek - Winter Trekking
Overview
One of the not so popular Winter Treks in India, the trek has been named after the Brahmatal Lake, located in Uttarakhand. The trek is known for offering the right amount of snow that makes a trek exciting. Even though the trail doesn't climb to the highest of altitudes, yet it is known to offer views of some high peaks. A small lake and a few forests act as the bonus offerings in this trek.
The Himalayas let you venture into adventurous and stunning treks like the Brahmatal Trek. The amount of snow at the trek lures every trekker to take up the challenge. The Tranquilizing forests coupled with the impressive views of the Himalayas are a treat to the shutterbugs.
Brahmatal reveals a heavenly facet in winter when the snow gently falls on its slopes. The Frozen River Lake with the mighty Himalayan peaks overlooking it, creates a mesmerising ambience. The trekkers are awed by the views of the mountain summits which are over 7000 metres high. Where else would we encounter such high peaks at such close proximity, we wonder!.
Following are the attractions or say the highlights of the trek are :
Astonishing view of Mt. Trishul & Mt. Nanda Ghunti
Two Frozen Glacial Lakes – Brahmatal & Bekalta
Best Trek in winter
Moderate Trek for Beginners
BREIF ITINERARY
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Day 1 : Kathgodam to Lohajung
Kathgodam to Lohajung 215kms
*PICKUP FROM KATHGODAM TO LOGAGANJ CAN BE ARRANGED BY UTT ON PRIOR NOTICE
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Day 2 : Lohajung to Bekaltal
Lohajung to Bekaltal (5hrs)
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Day 3 : Bekaltal to Bhramatal
Bekaltal to Bhramatal(5hrs)
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Day 4 : Brahmatal to Brahmatal Peak & Back
Bhramatal to Bhramatal Peak & Back (7hrs)
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Day 5 : Daldum to Lohajung
Bhramatal to Lohajung (5hrs)
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Day 6 : Lohajung to Kathgodam
From Lohajung to Kathgodam
DETAILED ITINERARY
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Day 1 : Kathgodam to Lohajung
Distance - 215 kms
Altitude - 7,662 ft.
Time Taken - 10 hours
Reach Kathgodam by 7am
HTH people will pick you from Kathgodam railway station and drive Lohagang in a taxi which is approximately 8 hours drive.
(Withdraw required amount of money for your expenses at Kathgodam to avoid inconvenience.)
Mythological importance:-
Lohajung is the place where Goddess Parvati had a jung (fight) with the demon Lohasur. Literally translated, Lohajung means ‘Fight with Lohasur’.
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Day 2 : Lohajung to Bekaltal
Altitude - 2,320 m to 3,010 m
Distance - 6kms
Time Taken - 4-5 hours
The After breakfast trek upwards towards the upper region of lohaganj. Spot the Kail valley as you climb higher. Kail valley is marked by the union of Kail and Pindari rivers.The beauty cannot be described simply in words. Amidst thick oak forests, the lake gleams peacefully in summer, while in winter, it is frozen. Day 2 trek ends at a camp near the beautiful lake - Khopdaliya. Dinner at the camp and spend the night in tents.
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Day 3 : Bekaltal to Bhramatal
Altitude - 3,010 m to 3,273 m
Distance - 2.5kms.
Time take taken - 6-7 hours
In the Himalayas, the weather decides your trails and campsites. The day entails a trek till the serene Brahmatal Lake followed by setting up a camp by the lake side.When you begin from Bekaltal for Brahmatal, you will pass by a forest of Oak trees Camp @ Brahmatal.
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Day 4 : Brahmatal to Brahmatal Peak & Back
Altitude - 3,270 to 2,850 m
Distance - 5kms.
Time Taken - 7-8 hours.
A trek of almost an hour will take you to Chota Jhandidar. Pass through Chota and Bada Jhandidar to reach Brahmatal. It’s a curvy trail sandwiched between valleys on either side. 2.5 to 3 hours is all you need to reach Brahmatal top. En route, one gets to see the splendour of the mighty Himalayas, esp. Mt. Trishul and Nandaghunti. Clear skies will let you indulge in a fascinating view of the Himalayas.The campsite DALDUM for the day is just 3 hours away from the peak, with a trail passing through forests.
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Day 5 : Daldum to Lohajung
Altitude - 2,850 m to 2,325 m
Distance - 3.7kms.
Time Taken - 2-3 hours
A full night’s rest at the Brahmatal campsite, surrounded by trees will energise you for the descend. Lohajung is just 3.7kms or approximately 2.5hours away. After exiting the forest a half an hour walk leads to Malling. The stone trail along the houses on the slopes leads to Lohajung.
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Day 6 : Lohajung to Kathgodam
Distance - 210kms.
Time Taken - 10 hours.
Depart from Lohajung to Kathgodam.
INCLUSIONS
All transfers in shared taxi right from PICKUP POINTS to DROP POINTS
Permits and Entrance fees.
Accommodation in tents on share basis during trekking.
All meals, { from BASE CAMP to BASE CAMP} Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Tea, Coffee, Sneaks, Soup, Dinner, after dinner hot Chocolate, lemon tea. etc...
All camping gear including tents and sleeping mattress. Liner,Kitchen tent, Dining tent and toilet tent.
Good Experience Hindi/ English guide, cooks and porters, mules.
Insurance of UTT staff.
EXCLUSIONS
Personal Insurance.
Personal toiletry Items
Personal Medicine kit
Meals during transit.
Charges of mules/poerters carrying extra luggage. (Rs 300/per bag payable to UTT Personnel at the base camp )
PAYMENT POLICY
46 days or more before date of departure: 25% of total cost.
31- 45 days before date of departure: 50% of total cost.
30 days before date of departure: 100% of total cost.
Important: The booking stands liable to be cancelled if 100% payment is not received less than 30 days before date of departure.
CANCELLATION POLICY
For the cancellation of trek services due to any avoidable / unavoidable reasons, we must be notified of the same in writing
*CANCELLATION CHARGES PER PERSON
30 days or more before the departure date: 25% of the total cost.
29 - 20 days before the departure date: 50% of total cost.
Less than 20 days before the departure day: 100% of the total cost.
Cancellation less than 10 days to the start of the trek: Transfer your trek (same trek, same batch) to your friend. No cash refund.
*IF WE CHANGE OR CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY
We do plan the arrangements in advance. It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your travel arrangements.
Occasionally, we may have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time. If there are any changes, we will advise you of them at the earliest possible date. We also reserve the right under any circumstances to cancel you travel arrangements by assigning reasons to you.
If we are unable to provide the booked travel arrangements due to reasons beyond control ( e.g. bad weather, insufficient bookings) we shall first try to offer alternative dates for the tour if the tour has'nt already commenced. If the alternate arrangement does not suit you, we will refund the amount in full.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch.
In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/ she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by UTT.
UTT holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice.
Cancellation is processed only by email intimation. Please email any cancellation requests to :- info@uttarakhandtourtravels.com or call us @ +91-7830060725 Itineraries are based on information available at the time of planning and are subject to change. "UTTARAKHAND TOUR TRAVELS" reserves the right to change expedition dates, people or itineraries as conditions warrant. If a trip must be delayed or the itinerary changed due to bad weather, road conditions, transportation delays, government intervention, airline schedules, sickness, or other contingency for which UTT or its agents cannot make provision, the cost of delays and/or other changes are the responsibility of the participant. UTT reserves the right to decline, or accept, any individual as a trip member for any reason whatsoever.
NOTE:
*Written cancellation will be accepted on working days (only). Any cancellation sent on a Sunday or any National Holiday(s), will be considered on the next official working day.
*In the event of any cancellation(s) after trip commencement, there will be no refunds and any costs incurred due to this cancellation will be borne by you.
Irrespective of when a trip is booked, the above condition will hold true.
HOW TO REACH
By Air :
Jolly Grant Airport is the airport serving Dehradun, located about 48 km from the Haridwar. There is a daily flight from Delhi for Dehradun.
By Train :
From Delhi -DDN NZM AC EXPRESS (2205).
From Kolkata- Doon Express (13009)
From Mumbai- Dehradun Express (19019)
From Chennai- Dehardun express (12687)
By Road :
By road, Haridwar is well connected with major destinations of the country.
NH72 connects Haridwar to Nahan (125 km) to the north-west, and thereon to Panchkula, Chandi-garh and Shimla.
NH 72 terminates at Dehardun, which is at 54km from Haridwar.
Haridwar is located at a distance of 235 km from Delhi.
NH72A links Haridwar to NH58 at Roorkee (35 km) and thereon south to Meerut (170 km) and Delhi (235 km).
There is regular bus service from Delhi for Haridwar from Delhi's ISBT Kashmere Gate
GUIDELINES
DO’S AND DON’TS ON A TREK
Alcohols or any other intoxicating products "STRICTLY PROHIBHITED" during the trek.
Always pay heed to the trek guides or instructors.
Try not to leave the group under any circumstances.
Avoid trekking during the nights as it is extremely dangerous.
Avoid using earphones as that might hinder your hearing.
Do not participate or encourage littering of the places in any form.
While visiting the local villages and tourist sites, obey the local guidelines and instructions.
Do not harm or interrupt the local sentiments of the places.
IMPORTANT:
Your safety is of paramount concern while travelling with UTTARAKHAND TOUR TRAVELS.
Please note that your leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns.
Since adventure entails travelling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather conditions, health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required
