Brahmatal Trek

Cost

9000.00

Duration

5 days

Tour Type

Explore Tours

Overview

  • Length: 4 days of trek, Walking from Lohajnag to Lohajang, around 22 Km. Dehradun to Dehradun in 6 days.

  • Access: Kathodam / Haldwani is well connected by train from New Delhi and Kolkata. There are several overnight trains and buses from Delhi. Nearest airport Jolly Grant is 20 Km from Dehradun. The trek base Sankri is 200 Km from Dehradun. 

  • Highest Point: Brahmatal Top peak ~ 12200 ft.

  • Grade: Easy, Fresh snow in winter

Batches:

  • 1) 29th Dec 2024 to 03rd Jan 2025
  • 2) 05th to 10th Jan 2025

Trek Highlights

  • Reach the Brahmatal summit at 12,250 feet and enjoy stunning panoramic views of majestic Himalayan peaks, including Trishul, Nanda Ghunti, and the surrounding ranges.
  • Visit the pristine Brahmatal Lake and Bekaltal Lake, which are often frozen during winter, adding a magical touch to the trek.
  • Ideal for winter trekking, the Brahmatal trek offers an opportunity to walk through snow-covered trails, dense forests, and meadows, providing a unique and thrilling experience.
  • The trek offers numerous opportunities for photography, from capturing the stunning landscapes and frozen lakes to the vibrant sunsets and the magnificent Himalayan peaks.

The Brahmatal trek begins from the base village of Lohajung located in the Chamoli district in Garhwal Himalayas. The 6 km trek from Lohajung to the Gujreni campsite runs through dense forests of Conifer, Cedar, Oak and Fir. The Gujreni campsite is at the heart of a beautiful clearing surrounded by Oak and Rhododendrons with panoramic views of snow-capped ranges. At a height of 3,400m above sea level, Brahmatal Lake is a frozen alpine glacial lake. As said in Hindu mythology, the lake gets its name from Lord Brahma, who is said to have meditated here. Hence, Brahma-Tal, or Brahma’s Lake. The beauty of Brahmatal trek is the abundance of mountain glacier-fed lakes you find in this route. On your way to Brahmatal Lake, you will come across another lake, Bekaltal. Surrounded by evenly spread out beautiful oak trees, Bekaltal has a beauty of its kind. According to locals, Bekaltal is where Lord Brahma hides. Well, after seeing the beauty and the serene ambience of the lakes, the myths and the legends the locals have to tell you seem even more believable as these majestic creations of nature seem perfect to be a God’s abode.

In winter

Winters being extreme in the Himalayas makes it difficult to access the higher reaches of it during the peak winter months starting from November-December to the end of March. During this time, Himalayas receive a lot of snowfall which makes a lot of treks inaccessible. It is the same very reason which makes Brahmatal Trek a unique affair as this is among those rare treks nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas during that period wherein the trekkers can tread through snow and indulge in a magical experience.

Treks Plan

Drive to Lohajung which takes about 9-10 hours from 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 Kausani for refreshments and make some memories with your camera as the views here are seriously unforgettable. Most of the drive is in the beautiful serpentine roads of Kumaon before entering Garhwal and not before passing through some of the beautiful villages of this region. The last point to buy any provisions en route is Dewal. There is good connectivity of phones and the internet along with ATMs. Some last-minute shopping can be done here before heading towards the final journey for the day. On arrival at Lohajung, check in to a guest house or lodge for overnight stay. (Food during the transit from Kathgodam to Lohajung is not a part of the trek. Please stop over at many of the Himalayan Dhabas to relish local cuisine en route).

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. Spot the Kali valley as you climb higher and it is marked by the union of Kali and Pindari rivers. At Bekaltal, we will be served a hot lunch at the campsite. Bekaltal lake is a 15 minutes T walk from our campsite is surrounded by Oak trees and can be seen in the semi-frozen conditions during the winters. Evenings are reserved and are utilized by exploring the vicinity. 

The start of the trek will be a steep ascend through the Oak and Rhododendron forest. This section of the forests is one of the densest and it is a nice setting to be walking under the shade of these trees before the sight opens up to the meadows of Telandi. This is certainly one of the most fun and adventurous section of the trek as winters fill these meadows with an abundance of snow and the trekkers need to plough their way through it to reach the Brahmatal campsite. 

Being the Summit day, expect an early start. We start our walk through the magical Oak and Rhododendron forests all the way until Brahmatal lake. On a bright sunny day, you with recall your science lectures about reflection and refraction due to the change in colours when the sun changes its angles. The lake sits in the middle of grassland and offers a very scenic view with a thin layer of ice formed atop. From Brahmatal, take the trail to 

The descent to Lohajung is easy and goes through Oak and Rhododendron forest with two small streams in between to traverse. We continue further for some time to reach the village, Wan. Here a vehicle will be arranged which will be dropping us to Lohajung. Take rest and explore village and enjoy your last dau of this trek. After reach at Lohajung then departure for Kathgodam.

Included

  • Night stay at Lohajun in home stay/lodge on sharing basis as govt guideline

  • All meals during the trek. Regular Indian style nutritious vegetarian food during the trek, breakfast packed/hot lunch (depending upon the time you reach a campsite), snacks, dinner along with coffee/tea/soup.

  • Certified Mountaineer Leader with excellent Mountain Guide, who will be a local to this particular area and has profound knowledge of the trekking trails around.

  • Specialised Cook, Support staffs, Porters/Packed Animals for carrying the central logistics of the trek.

  • The entire permit fee, camping charges, Forest levy required for the trek. Stay at rest house/forest hut/tent as required in the trek.

  • Sanitized Sleeping bag and Sleeping Mattress (Bring your own sleeping bag for hygienic reason, if you have a high altitude specific Sleeping Bag).

  • Micro Spikes/Crampons and Gaiters if needed.

  • Basic First Aid and Medical kit with Oxygen cylinder.

Exclude

  • Transportation cost from Dehradun / Kathodam to Lohajung and back. We will arrange vehicle so you can divide equally with other participates.

  • We assume that you will carry your personal Rucksack / Backpack with all your personal belongings. If you want to offload your Rucksack and carried by our Pack Animal/Porter then you need to pay additional for the entire duration of the trek. The Rucksack should not weight more than 10 Kg.

  • Any tip/gratuity to the supports staff. If you are happy with the service, please tip them generously.

  • Any kind of insurance during the trek or transit.

  • 5% GST

  • Cost of Emergency Evocation.

  • Any cost which is not mentioned in the “inclusions” or personal in nature

Cost (This Cost Only For Indian Citizen)

Rs. 9000/- per person + 5% GST

Note

Note:

  • All our events are Eco-friendly; kindly take care of nature around us. Respect the Heritage and culture.
  • Do Not Litter, Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins.
  • Leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members.
  • Customization available with dates and schedule as per requirements, if minimum 6 persons.
  • All the guests are required to carry valid photo identities (Passport/Driving License/Voter ID Card). Many places do not accept the PAN Card as a valid photo ID.
  • The guests are also required to carry 4 passport size photographs along with their Photo-ID proof (Driving License/Passport/Voter-ID Card / Aadhar Card & School ID Card for children; Pan Card is not valid since it does not carry address). These are necessary to obtain permits.
  • Please note that some unforeseen situations may occur in the mountains leading to road blocks, route closure, stranded in a place etc. In such cases, we will be doing our best to change the itinerary in best possible ways so as to cover the trip duration (number of days) as per plan. There will be no refund possible in such scenarios if duration is reduced due to natural issues. In case, number of day’s increases, the cost of extra duration will be shared among all.
  • There will be no discounts or money refunded for missed or unused services, this includes voluntary or involuntary termination/departure from tour, i.e. sickness, death of a family member etc, late arrival on the tour, or premature departure either voluntarily or involuntarily.

Cancellation and Refund

  • If cancellation done prior to 60 Days of outing 75% will be refunded
  • If cancellation done prior to 40 Days of outing 50% will be refunded
  • After That no refund will be provided

Medical Disclaimer

It is mandatory that you visit your personal physician before enrolling for the trip if you suffer from any illness of any kind and disclose the same and your medical history to the organizers of the trip so that best possible arrangements can be carried out post approval. As organizers of the trip, we will be responsible for providing basic first aid throughout the trip. In case of unexpected mishaps or accidents, we will arrange for the injured patron to be taken to the nearest medical hospital wherever possible. The medical expenses will have to be borne by the patrons themselves.

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How to register an account with XPLOINDIA?

To register with XPLOINDIA, visit our website – www.xploindia.com and create your account. To create your account you will need to use your email address and fill in all the details, set your unique password and your account is ready to use.

What documents need to carry on treks / tours?

Mandatory documents: 2 xerox of ID having address (addhar card/driving license), 2 Passport size photographs, hard copy Medical form signed & sealed by doctor, disclaimer form sign by trekker and high altitude insurance.

what kind of shoes we should by for treks?

You should buy shoes which has these three features –Good grip, Ankle Support and additional water resistant layers. Generally, we advise Quechua Trek 100, MH 500 and MH 100. If you don’t want buy expensive shoes then you can take on rent from Rock and Pebbles. They are providing all trekking gears on rent.

How does my family get update about my trek / tour ?

Before you start the trek / tour.  it is recommended that you make all the necessary phone calls as during the trek you may or may not receive network coverage, once you come back to the Base Camp, you can reconnect with your family via phone once again. You can share your trek coordinator contact detail with your family members to get the latest updates about your trek batch.

Is it safe for solo women?

  • It absolutely is. We recognize, value and embody the ideology that the world of outdoor adventure can benefit from diversity. We make it our mission to create outdoor spaces as equally accessible and safe for all genders as possible.
  •  We have women trek leader also in our team.  You might just have a woman trek leader
  • Our accommodation is separate for men and women. You will be sharing your tent / staying space with other women.
  • We ensure you e-meet your trekkers much before meeting them, in a pre-trek briefing as well as on a Whatsapp group. So you’re not meeting strangers on the trek. You already know them.
  • Our male trek leaders are also trained and sensitized to handle any situations sensitively, including your periods. You’re free to approach them for anything.

How to choose, which trek is best for me?

Our experts will contact you with the best possible trek options based on your preferences and experience level. Alternatively, you can reach out to us via email at info@xploindia.com or give us a call using the numbers provided on our website.

How to Book Trek / Tour?

First You need to register with us and create an account and Fill Up enquiry form so our team will contact you for further process.

what food can I get on trek?

We provide wholesome and nutritious meals during the trek. The food is vegetarian and includes a variety of dishes such as rice, dal, vegetables, chapati, paratha, pasta, noodles, and soup. We also offer snacks such as biscuits, and salty, and dry fruits during the trek. Special dietary requirements such as vegan, gluten-free, or Jain food can also be arranged if informed in advance.

Can I get Jain food during trek / tour?

Yes, Jain food can also be arranged but you have to inform in advance.

What is the qualification of the trek leader provided to us?

A Basic Mountaineering Course certification from one of the five recognized mountaineering institutes in India is a minimum requirement to join our team. Our field experts are also trained in basic medicine and first-aid response. We also conduct on-ground training for our staff once a year as a refresher for old skills and to learn some new ones.

What do you do in case of emergency?

In addition to their qualification, our trek leaders are trained to tackle any and all kinds of sudden conditions that may present themselves on ground. During our recce stage, we study the trail in great detail and map out rescue routes before opening it up for our trekkers. We also have local support staff stationed in each area to arrange for emergency services at the place of need as quickly as possible.

Can I offload my bag??

Although not recommended, you can off load your bag at an additional cost. Add a request while making your booking for the trek and it can be arranged

What are the washroom / toilet facilities during trek?

On campsites, our team will dig dry pits and assemble a toilet tent to provide for safe and secure quarters. A shovel will be provided within the toilet tent as well. Using water in the toilet tent is restricted; you will need to carry your own toilet paper. On the more difficult expeditions, toilet tents are not carried to the higher camps (above base camp) due to restriction of space (to pitch the tent).

What should I do if I get my period on trek?

In case you get your period on the trail and don’t have sanitary napkins, our trek leaders can provide them to you. If you need any other kind of assistance, you can let our trek leaders know. Irrespective of gender, our leaders are gender sensitized and equipped to assist you in any way you need them to.

What are the medical facilities provide on trek / tour?

Our team carries a first aid kit and all the basic medicines required during the trek. They are equipped to be the first responders in case of any injury or health-related issues. For higher expeditions, we also carry a HAPO Bag and oxygen cylinders to tend to any altitude-related health conditions.

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