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.”
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.”
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.”
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
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.
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.
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.
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.“
Writes Priyesh.
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.