Best time to visit: June, July, September, October Highest
Altitude: 4730 mts
KAGHBHUSANDI LAKE
Duration:7 Days /6 Nights
Places Covered: Rishikesh to Govindghat via Joshimath - Roopdhungi - Roop Dhungi to Simartoli and Raj Kharak-:Raj Kharak to Kagbhusandi Lake via Kankul Pass-Kagbhusandi lake to kargilla
Itinerary
Rishikesh to Govindghat via Joshimath (315 km) (8/9 hours)
Vehicle will be arranged from Rishikesh, the drive is along Ganga, Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers. Get beautiful sight of hills through your window, witness the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi en route.
Govindghat lies in Chamoli and it is basecamp of many famous treks i.e. Valley of flowers, Pangarchulla and Kuari Pass. Arrangements will be made in a hotel at Govindghat.
Govindghat to Roopdhungi (6 km) (3/4 hours)
Post breakfast leave early for Bhyundar village, the initial trek is a steep ascent but afterwards it becomes gradual. The water sounds of gushing Alaknanda can be heard as you move forward.
Pass through the dense forests with blooming Rhododendrons, spot Himalayan wildlife in this region. The campsite for today is Roopdhungi, pitch your tents there and settle for the day.
Roop Dhungi to Simartoli and Raj Kharak (14 km) (8 hours)
Have healthy breakfast, head towards Simartoli and continue trekking to Raj Kharak. Today the trail is picturesque and the great Himalayan peaks are clearly visible looming in the backdrop.
The campsite is Raj Kharak, to reach there hike through Bankbara and Dangkharak. Setup your camps, have delicious food and sleep comfortably in tents.
Raj Kharak to Kagbhusandi Lake via Kankul Pass
Today s trek towards Kagbhusandi Lake which lies at an altitude of 5230 meters. It is 5 km away from Raj Kharak and the distance can be covered in 4 to 5 hours. The terrain is a changing one with amusing sight of blooming meadows, green valleys and further it changes to narrow trails and big boulders. Cross Kankul Pass and get views of Hathi peak, Chaukhamba peaks, Nar Narayan and Neelkanth peaks will amaze you.
Watch thousands of flowers blooming like Brahma Kamal, Phen Kamal and Myriad with many species of flowers. Reach this sacred lake and its emerald water will make you stare at it and the mountain views looks stunning. Kagbhusandi Lake is related to mythology, explore the surroundings with the beauty of the lake.
Kagbhusandi lake to kargilla (10 km) (4/5 hours)
Reach this sacred lake and its emerald water will make you stare at it and the mountain views looks stunning. Kagbhusandi Lake is related to mythology, explore the surroundings with the beauty of the lake.
Kargilla to bhundyar to pulna
Kargilla to bhundyar to pulna 10 km and drive to Govindghat 4 km Head towards Gobindghat and start the descent early.
Arrangements will be made in a hotel there.
Govindghat to Rishikesh via Joshimath (315 km) (8/9 hours)
Have your breakfast early and leave for Rishikesh to reach there on time.
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Terms & Conditions
Recommendations
Carry on a trek • Backpack (50 to 60 liters) A strongly built backpack with good support is compulsory for a trek. (Rain cover is important)
Sturdy Trekking Shoes The shoes should be strong enough with good support. The people ask if sports shoes would be comfortable but it is good to bring the right trekking shoes.
The Clothes You Should Bring On a Trek Avoid keeping extra clothes because it only makes you backpack heavy.
Trek Pants – The jeans are never suitable for a trek so you need at least 2-3 trek pants for treks carry more for longer treks.
Jacket – Jackets are very important to carry on a trek it protects you against the chilly weather. So carry 2 jackets on a week long trek.
Layers of warm Clothing Carry warm woolen layers or fleece. Carry more layers during winter season (at least 2 to 3) and less during summer.
Thermals – The Temperature decreases at night so you might be need thermals for Night.
T- Shirts – Bring those t shirts which dry fast.
Poncho –They are needed if you are trekking on a Rainy day to keep you dry.
Water Bottle 2
Cap or Balaclava
Sunglasses
Slippers
Woolen and Waterproof Gloves
Socks (Woolen and Regular)
Sunscreen
Torch head light
Personal Toiletry Items – (toothpaste, toothbrush, toilet paper, sanitizer etc.