Kagbhusandi Lake Trek

Day 1: Dehradun to Govindghat via Joshimath

Drive: 300 km, 9-10 km

Altitude: 2,100 ft – 6,000 ft

Accommodation: Hotel/guest House

Meals: Dinner

Your journey starts in Dehradun, where our vehicle will be picked you up . As you drive, you’ll follow the scenic path along the Ganga, Alaknanda, and Mandakini rivers. Take in the beautiful hills through your window and witness the merging of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers along the way.

Govindghat, located in Chamoli, serves as the starting point for many famous treks like Valley of Flowers, Pangarchulla, and Kuari Pass. You’ll be accommodated in a comfortable hotel in Govindghat, ensuring a good rest before your adventure begins.”

Day 2: Govindghat to Bhyundar village and Roop Dhungi

Trek: 12 km, 6-7 hrs

Accommodation: Alpine Tents

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Snacks – Dinner

The start of the trek is steep, but it eases up later. You’ll be serenaded by the rushing waters of the Alaknanda River as you progress.

Walk through lush forests adorned with blooming Rhododendrons, and keep an eye out for Himalayan wildlife. Your campsite for the day is at Roopdhungi. Pitch your tents and relax for the day.”

Day 3: Roop Dhungi to Samartoli and Raj Kharak

Trek: 14 km, 8 hrs

Accommodation: Alpine Tents

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Snacks – Dinner

Start your day with a nutritious breakfast. Begin your trek towards Simartoli and keep moving to Raj Kharak. Today’s trail offers stunning views, with the majestic Himalayan peaks in clear sight in the background.

You’ll reach the campsite at Raj Kharak, passing through Bankbara and Dangkharak. Set up your tents, enjoy a tasty meal, and rest comfortably for the night.”

Day 4: Raj Kharak to Kagbhusandi Lake via Kankul Pass

Trek: 8 km, 6 hrs

Accommodation: Alpine Tents

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Snacks – Dinner

Start your day early and the path varies, from blooming meadows to narrow trails and boulders. Enjoy the stunning views of Hathi, Chaukhamba, Nar Narayan, and Neelkanth peaks after crossing Kankul Pass. Witness a colorful array of flowers, including Brahma Kamal and Phen Kamal.

Arrive at the sacred lake, marvel at its emerald waters and breathtaking mountain views. Explore the area, set up your camps nearby, and rest for the night.”

Trek Distance – 05 km
Trek Duration – 4 to 5 hours

Day 5: Kagbhusandi Lake to Gouncha Udiyar

Trek: 8 km, 5 hrs

Accommodation: Alpine Tents

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Snacks – Dinner

Start your trek and the trail offers breathtaking views of snow-covered mountains, babbling brooks, lush forests, and rolling meadows, adding to its natural charm.

Day 6: Gouncha Udiyar to Panika and drive to Govindghat

Trek: 10 km, 4-5 hrs

Drive: 10 km, 30 min

Accommodation: Alpine Tents

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Snacks – Dinner

Head to Panika and begin the descent early. Panika is a quaint village with a few wooden houses. Continue your journey until you reach Govindghat, where accommodation will be arranged in a hotel for you.

Day 7: Govindghat to Dehradun via Joshimath

Drive: 300 km, 9-10 hrs

Meals: Breakfast

Start your day with an early breakfast, then head for Dehradun

The best time to embark on the Kagbhusandi Lake trek is from May to October. During this period, the weather is pleasant, and the trail is generally free from snow, allowing for safe and enjoyable trekking.

The Kagbhusandi Lake trek is considered to be of moderate difficulty. While the initial ascent can be steep, the overall trail is well-marked and not overly strenuous, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced trekkers.

t’s important to be mindful of altitude sickness, especially as you ascend to higher altitudes. Adequate acclimatization, staying hydrated, and maintaining a steady pace are crucial to prevent altitude-related issues.

Accommodation during the Kagbhusandi Lake trek primarily consists of camping. Tents are set up at designated campsites along the trail. In Govindghat, the base camp, arrangements can be made for accommodation in a hotel.

Yes, the trek offers opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife spotting. The region is rich in biodiversity, and you may come across various species of Himalayan birds and even spot some wildlife along the way.

Essential items to pack for the trek include comfortable trekking shoes, warm clothing, a waterproof jacket, a backpack, a sleeping bag, a first-aid kit, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a water bottle. It’s important to travel light while ensuring you have all necessary supplies.

Yes, Govindghat, the starting point for the Kagbhusandi Lake trek, also serves as the basecamp for other famous treks like the Valley of Flowers, Pangarchulla, and Kuari Pass. It’s possible to combine these treks for a more extensive Himalayan adventure.

Yes, along the way, you may have the opportunity to interact with the locals and learn about their traditional way of life. This can be a enriching cultural experience, allowing you to immerse yourself in the local customs and traditions.

Running or Jogging: Start with a comfortable distance and gradually increase your pace and distance over time. Aim for at least 3-4 days a week of cardio workouts. Hiking Practice: If possible, try to find local trails or hills to practice hiking. Start with shorter hikes and gradually increase the difficulty. Strength Training: Legs: Focus on exercises that target your quadriceps, hamstrings, and calves. Squats, lunges, leg presses, and calf raises are beneficial. Core: A strong core will help with balance and stability on uneven terrain. Include exercises like planks, Russian twists, and bicycle crunches. Upper Body: Don’t neglect your upper body strength, especially if you’re carrying a backpack. Incorporate push-ups, pull-ups, and shoulder presses. Flexibility and Mobility: Stretching: Regular stretching helps improve flexibility and prevents muscle tightness. Focus on stretching your legs, back, and shoulders. Yoga or Pilates: These practices can help improve flexibility, balance, and overall body strength.

“I have been doing treks with Himalaya Shelter for the last two years and they are awesome people with pure humbleness.“ We at Himalaya Shelter consider our trekkers part of our community, a family of sorts and really understand the efforts that you put into taking that much-needed break and setting off to the mountains. Some of you may wait for months and even a year to plan out that perfect excursion. That’s why we want it to be “a perfect excursion” for you. Our testimonials (read below) are a testament to our service-oriented mindset. We take safety into great consideration and ensure our team is trained to handle emergency situations. For a better experience, we provide accommodation on Twin Sharing throughout the trek. With most trekking operators you would get triple or even quad sharing accommodation. Our Accommodation will have attached washrooms Furthermore, we provide the essential safety gear for your trek – Without any additional charges. We pamper you with great food which keeps you going on the trek. (On our google maps out of 300 reviews over 80 Trekkers mention great food😋) We do not outsource services to ensure topmost quality throughout your journey. We use our own fleet of Vehicles to ferry you to the base camp and return.

Inclusions

Transport support from Dehradun to Dehradun
Pick-up location: Prince Chowk, near Dehradun Railway Station
Pick-up Time: Around 7:30 am
All vegetarian meals starting from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on the last day
Professional Guide, Cook and Support staff
First-Aid kit with Oximeter and Portable Oxygen Cylinder
Kitchen tents, common tents, toilet tents with portable toilet seats
Rent for camping equipment like Clean sleeping bags and foam mattresses, Good quality ‘A’ shaped or dome tents, Camping stools, Table and Crampons and gaiters if required
Forest entry charges for Indian nationals (Additional charges will be applicable for international tourists)
Porter and mule support to carry camping equipment and NOT personal luggage
Accommodation throughout the trek on a triple-sharing basis
Guesthouse accommodation on the first and second last day on a triple-sharing basis
All applicable taxes

Exclusions

Personal expenses like tips, personal medicines, phone calls etc.
Any transport support during the trek apart from what is included above
Any cost or services not mentioned in the Inclusions
Accommodation in Dehradun
Adventure Insurance
Cost arising due to unforeseen incidents like bad weather, medical evacuation, roadblocks etc
Porter and mule support to carry personal Luggage can be arranged at an additional cost of INR 500 per bag per day (weighing up to 12 kg)
Please carry a lunch box for packed lunch/breakfast to avoid using polythenes and Aluminium foils. Keeping the Himalayas clean is our own responsibility. Reduce the use of Plastic when you are in the abode of the Sacred Himalaya. 🌱

	TREK DIFFICULTY Difficult			TREK DURATION 7 days
	HIGHEST ALTITUDE 5228meters			GROUP SIZE 12 People
	TOTAL TREK DISTANCE 60 km			BASECAMP Uttarakhand
	BEST TIME June, July, September and October			PICKUP POINT Dehradun (Prince Chowk)

Trek Fee

₹ 42000

$ 484