Brahmatal Trek is one of the best winter treks in Uttrakhand. The Brahmatal Trek in December with the
absolutely perfect Brahmatal weather
shall prove to be one of your most thrilling trekking adventures. Brahmatal Lake is situated in the depths
of the Himalayan regions and is a magical sight to discover. In all its
grandeur, Brahmatal is one of those
few trekking destinations which are well suited for a trek in the winter months
of December, January, February, and March. It is not too difficult to reach the Brahmatal trek which is what
makes it a fairly favorable trek for less experienced trekkers or beginners.
The Brahmatal Trek is a favorite
trek worldwide for the trekkers who love to trek in winters. People from all
around the globe are interested to accomplish this Trek in Uttrakhand which is an asset of the magnificent Himalayas.
Brahmatal Trek in winters is carried out amidst
deep snow-laden trails. The most exciting part is that snowfall is frequent
which simply makes the entire trekking experience magical. Since the snow is
usually freshly fallen, it is soft and perfect for your snow-ball fights. Thus,
this trek turns a lot of your dreams of experiencing fun snow-ball fights,
camping under the stars, camping next to lakes, trekking amidst picturesque
scenic beauty; amongst others, shaping themselves into reality.
The Brahmatal Trek is full of
adventurous trails and challenges. On your way, you shall walk through forests
of Rhododendrons, Oaks, and Fir trees. The colossal Himalayan peaks stand out
brilliantly against the clear blue skies. The lakeside camping at Bekaltal is
one of the many highlights of the Brahmatal
Trek. The sight of the gigantic Mt. Trishul and Mt. Nanda Ghunti on such a
low-lying trek is rare and thus, turns out to be another beautiful aspect of
the Brahmatal Trek. The Brahmatal temperature is suitable
for winters and quite convenient in fact, for a winter trek.
The Brahmatal
Lake is such magnificent beauty amidst its natural habitat, that you shall
be astounded by the sheer splendor it exudes. It remains frozen in winter and
it is a sight to behold. The entire trek experience is worth remembering for a
lifetime.Brahmatal Trek in winter is
one of the best winter trek choices you
shall make!
Brahmatal is a lake that is
found deep within the Himalayan region, amidst the mighty mountain ranges and
natural flora and fauna of Garhwal. The
Brahmatal Altitude ascends to 12,150 ft. A
sight to behold in all its snow-clad glory, Brahmatal Trek in winters is one of the few most beautiful treks in
winter, throughout the world. Brahmatal
is a treasure house of mythological tales. Brahmatal
Lake itself receives its name from one of these stories according to which
Lord Brahma meditated at this location. The base camp of Brahmatal trek – Lohagunj, is a tiny Himalayan village that is rich
in culture and mythological tales. It is a delight to interact with the
local people of Lohagunj and listen to ancient tales that are native to the Brahmatal Lake.
The Brahmatal temperature in
winter is
pretty cold but suits trekking. In the daytime, temperature in brahmatal ranges
between 0°C to 2°C. At the night, the temperatures fall from around -5°C to
-10°C. But it is still slightly better in the tents. The Brahmatal Trek is also traversed in
summers. In the daytime, Brahmatal weather remains cool and pleasant. Brahmatal trek temperatures vary depending on the altitude that you
are at, during the trek. In camps at a lower altitude, the Brahmatal trek weather is pleasant at around 10°C. At the higher
camps, the Brahmatal trek temperatures
can be around 2°C.
The Brahmatal Lake And Betal lake lies
completely frozen in winter. It is a delight for shutterbugs. The entire trek
is full of panoramic views of the Himalayan ranges and Garhwal snowline. Some
of the most well-known peaks that stand brilliantly across the sky and are
visible on Brahmatal trek are Trishul, Nandaghunti, Chowkhamba, Nilkanth,
Kamet, Hathi, and Ghoda peaks. Brahmatal
Trek at such a low range is one of the rare sights from where these
gigantic ranges are visible. Walking through snow-clad conifer, Cedar, Oak, and Fir Forests on the way to Brahmatal Lake is an absolute delight
amongst the winter months. While trekking one can also view the serene beauty
of Ali Bugyal, Bedni Bugyal & Junargali.
The picturesque view of snow-laden trails and
coniferous forests, heavenly walk through lands where clouds often descend, and
the enchanting beauty of camping at lakesides and enjoying at bonfire amidst
the cold months of winters; Brahmatal
Trek in winters is a magical trek, straight out of dreams!
Day 1: Kathgodam to Lohajung
Distance covered: 225 km Drive
The
journey for Brahmatal trek sets into
motion from Katgodham, and therefore you arrive at Kathgodham railway station
or bus stand early morning. You shall be picked up from there and once all the
enthusiastic trekkers have gathered, we shall leave for Lohagunj.
Lohagunj
is 225 KM away from Kathgodam and it shall be a 9-hour drive. On our way to
Lohagunj we shall cross many Kumaon villages. You will witness the terraced farming
of crops like potatoes, rice, local millets, and rajma. Lohagunj is located in
the Chamoli district of Uttrakhand. On our way, we shall witness the mountain
towns of Almora, Ranikhet, and Kausani in Kumaon. We will arrive at Lohagunj in
the afternoon. Lohagunj offers itself as a small marketplace for the nearby
towns of Curling, Mundoli, and Wan. During dinner time, The trek leader briefs us
about what the course of the journey shall be for the next day. After this, we
can tuck ourselves in our cozy beds to rest and prepare for the exciting
journey which shall follow.
Day 2: Lohajung to Bekaltal
Distance covered: 8 Km Trek
We
will wake up and prepare ourselves to finally begin our much-awaited exciting
experience. The Brahmatal Trek shall
commence after a healthy breakfast. Ensure that you have packed well and are
carrying water, energy bars, and other essentials that might come in handy during
the trek.
We
shall leave the villages behind and trek towards the oak and fir forests. You
will experience the most mesmerizing view as you walk on the trail amidst
rhododendrons which are heavily laden with red flowers in the months between
February and April. You shall witness the towering Nandaghunti Peak.
The
first segment of the Brahmatal Trek shall conclude in 4-5 hours as we reach our
base camp at the magnificent Bekaltal Lake. Here, we will finally set up our
tents for the night and experience the fun of lakeside camping. You shall have
ample time to indulge in fun activities and with fresh snow around; go ahead
make that snowman and play snow-ball fighting to your heart's delight.
Shutterbugs can get the most exotic shots of the frozen lake and oak forests
and nature lovers are in for a time of their lives. Dinner and Overnight stat
ay Tents.
Day 3: Bekaltal to Brahmatal
Distance covered: 7 Km Trek
Today
on our Brahmatal Trek we shall be
trekking closer to our destination. As we wake up to a perfect sunrise amidst
the snow-clad peaks, we will freshen up, have our breakfasts, and resume our
trek. Initially, we shall ascend on a steep trail but soon, we shall be up for
an easy walk through snow-covered meadows. Once we reach the Telindi top as we
pass through the Oak forests, behold the majestic beauty of the mighty
Himalayas. Finally, we shall arrive at Brahmatal
or Khabekhal Lake. We shall set
ourselves up here!
Day 4: Khabekhal to Bhramtaal to
Daldum
Distance covered: 13 Km
We
wake up in the laps of a magical place that Brahmatal is. We will have our breakfast and continue our trek.
Today we shall climb the top of
Brahmatal. It shall be the visually pleasing view of the trek as you will
be at a high altitude and will witness Mt Trishul and Mt Nanda Ghunti standing
tall in their entire glory. It will take almost 2-3 hours to reach the
Brahmatal top. Once at the peak of this trek you will witness a breath-taking
panoramic view of Chaukhambha, Mandir, Mana, Nilgiri, Neelkanth, Trishul, Nanda
Ghunti, Maitoli, and mountains stretching all the way to the Panchachuli
range. This is one of the major highlights of the Brahmatal Trek.
We
shall be proceeding towards our next campsite which is at Daldum. The trail is
almost 2.7 Km in distance and it’ll take almost 3 hours to reach our campsite.
We will once again be following a trail that goes through the native forests.
Day 5: Daldum to Lohajung
Distance covered: 3 km
We
have successfully covered the most exotic locations that the trek had to offer.
Now, we will head for our journey back to Lohajung. The trail traversed is the
same as from the one in which we came. The journey shall be covered soon and
once back at Lohajung, we shall check-in at the stay arrangement made and
finally relax in a proper bed! You can relish the memories made on the
wonderful trek, relax and rejuvenate and wander around in the areas in the
vicinity to explore the local culture.
Day 6: Lohajung to Kathgodam
The
trek concludes on a high note and we depart for Kathgodam. You will be driven
back to Kathgodam from where you shall plan to depart as per your personal arrangements.
If you wish, you can spend some time exploring Kathgodam or shopping at the
local markets. There are quite a few things to discover in this beautiful place
as well!
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