"The Mystery Lake of Uttarakhand" - the Roopkund Lake - is a must do trek for an avid trekker. The Roopkund trek is a moderate trek, with a beautiful view of mountainous rivers, enthralling ridges, lush green forests and scenic meadows around. The trek starts from Lohajung and takes you through a high altitude of 16,499 ft. during which you can spot Bedni Bugyal, the quaint villages of Wan and Didna. The zig-zag and snowy trail offers the best views of the Roopkund Lake, Neelganga river and also offers a memorable experience of meditating at the Kalu Vinayak temple. Do not forget to notice the royal twin peaks of Nanda Devi, Kamet, Dronagiri and Hathi Ghodi Parvat and spot the rare-yellow Himalayan magpie.

Roopkund Trek Quick Facts

Start/End Point: Lohajung/Lohajung

Duration: 7D/6N

Maximum Altitude: 16,499 ft.

Trek Distance: 53 KMS

Trekking Gradient: Moderate to Difficult

Trekking Months: May to Mid June, Sep to Oct

Highlights

 - Trek at an altitude of 16,499 ft. and admire the mighty Chaukhamba range, Neelkanth peak, Kedarnath, Kedar Dom. Soak in the beauty of Roopkund Lake which lies in the lap of Trishul's Peak.

 - Enjoy camping near the cascading water and the clear night sky under the billions of stars.

 - Enjoy the amazing view of beautiful streams, rhododendrons and thick oak forests while you are on a trek to Roopkund Lake.

 - Start from Lohajung, pass by scenic paths and admire the beautiful alpine fields.

 - Marvel at Nanda Devi, the second-highest peak in India as you pass through the curving trails during the trek.

Inclusions

Stay: Camping for all the days in sharing basis

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks & Dinner (Lunch from Day 1 to Breakfast till Day 7)

Guide: Highly Experienced Group Guide 

Permits: All Permits 

Exclusions

 - Anything that is Not Mentioned

Itinerary

Day 1 - Lohajung to Didna Village | Immerse in the Serenity of Roopkund Glacier Lake

 - Reach Lohajung by early morning and after meeting with the guide, start your trek towards Didna.

 - Spot the beauty of the Neelganga river as you ascend during the trek.

 - Trek towards the snowy trail and arrive at the pristine Roopkund Glacier Lake.

 - After admiring the beauty of the famous lake, traverse through mixed forests of oak and bamboo to arrive at Didna Village.

 - Arrive at your first base camp and enjoy a hot dinner by the campsite.

 - Overnight stay at Didna Village.

Day 2 - Dudna Village to Ali Bugyal | Admire the Summit Views of Garhwal Himalayas

 - Enjoy a lip-smacking breakfast at Didna and get ready for the trek.

 - The trail takes you through oak and bamboo forests. You can also spot the snow-capped Garhwal Himalayas during the trek.

 - Arrive at Ali Bugyal and immerse in the beauty of open alpine grazing meadows as you relish over the mouth-watering dinner.

 - Overnight stay at Ali Bugyal.

Day 3 - Ali Bugyal to Ghora Lotani | Enjoy the Panoramic Views with the Himalayan magpie

 - Relish over a delectable breakfast and start your trek.

 - As you ascend, spot a Himalayan Magpie on the way.

 - Reach Ghora Lotani, relax at the campsite and enjoy exquisite views of the stars.

 - Overnight stay at Ghora Lotani.

Day 4 - Ghora Lotani to Bhagwabasa | Experience Icy-winds Around

 - After a wholesome breakfast at Ghora Lotani, it's time to start your trek.

 - Trek to an altitude of 12,500 ft. to 14,500 ft. Overcome the challenges offered by high altitudes, zigzag passes and icy cold winds.

 - Passing through the famous Kalu Vinayak, and spot the black stoned idol of Lord Ganesha.

 - Arrive at Bhagwabasa and enjoy a campsite stay in a desolate and barren landscape.

 - Overnight stay at Bhagwabasa.

Day 5 - Bhagwabasa to Bedni Bugyal | Immerse in the Pristine Beauty of Roopkund Lake

 - After a freshly served breakfast at Bhagwabasa, get ready for a challenging day.

 - Trek to the mysterious Roopkund Lake located in the laps of Mt. Trishul, which has overwhelmed many travellers with it's innumerable stories.

 - Trek for another half an hour to reach Junar Gali, the highest point on this trail, and trek back to the base camp at Bedni Bugyal via Bhagwabasa.

 - Witness the captivating Garhwal Himalayas in full glory extending up to Gangotri.

 - Overnight stay at Bedni Bugyal.

Day 6 - Bedni Bugyal to Lohajung | End of Your Trip

 - Enjoy a mouth watering breakfast at Bedni Bugyal and start your journey surrounded by rhododendron forests and alpine meadows.

 - As you ascend experience and capture a glimpse of Mt. Trishul from Kanakdhar.

 - Enroute, immerse in the serenity of quaint village, Wan.

 - Spot the famous and holy Neelganga river on your way.

 - Get transfered to Lohajung and complete the checkin formalities at the stay.

 - Stay at Lohajung.

Day 7 - Lohajung | End of Your Trip

 - Wake up and have a delicious breakfast with the majestic views of the mountains.

 - Complete the checkout formalities and you can proceed with your further plans.

 - Your trip ends here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the best time to do Roopkund Trek?

 - The best time to go on the Roopkund trek is from late May to mid-June and September to October. During these months, the weather is clear and the trekking path is not covered by snow. You should avoid the monsson seasons July and August due to heavy rainfall.

Q2. What kind of accommodation will be provided in Roopkund Lake Trek?

 - For your overnight stay, you will be accommodated either in guesthouses or at camping sites or in numerous homestays.

Q3. What is the level of fitness expected from the participants of Roopkund Trek? Is there any minimum age?

 - One should be in good physical condition before you embark on this trek. You should be able to jog close to 4.5 KMS in 30 minutes to make your lung strong to bear the high altitudes. The minimum age for this trek is 12 years.

Q4. Is there electricity during the Roopkund Trek?

You should carry a power-bank with you to charge your mobile phones. The stays are usually in camps, tents and guesthouses. Only the stay in guest house has the promise of electricity but the nights that you have to spend in camps and tents, you won't find electricity.

Q5. I am a first timer. Should i go for the Roopkund Trek?

 - Roopkund trek takes you to an altitude of 15,750 ft. requiring pristine physical and mental strength. It is a moderately difficult trek. So one should do other fairly easy treks to get used to height and the altitude.

Q6. Will there be poters available to carry my luggage at Roopkund Trek?

 - Yes, porters will be available at an extra cost.

Q7. What is special about Roopkund Lake?

 - Roopkund Lake is known for its scenic beauty and secrets. The lake is situated between high peaks and has old human bones. During the trek, you can see amazing views of mountains and beautiful alpine meadows. Roopkund is a glacial lake and a favourite place for visitors in Uttarakhand.

Q8. Where is Roopkund Lake situated?

 - Roopkund Lake is situated at an altitude of 16,470 ft. above sea level at the lap of Trishul massive in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand state. Roopkund lake is a high altitude glacial lake which is also popularly known as the mystery lake.

Q9. Is Roopkund trek safe for female trekkers?

 - The trek to Roopkund is not very safe on account of the fact that the elevation is quite high, and the terrain is difficult. If a female traveller is going with a group, then there is no problem. You should start vigorous exercise to match on to the difficulty level of this trekking route.