Roopkund Trek

Maximum Altitude : 5029 Mtrs
Best Time to visit : June -October
Grade : Moderate Trek
Duration : (09 days/08 nights)

For many years, Roopkund has held the attention of trekkers because of the bones and skeletons that can be seen in its waters. The mystery of the same has just been solved by a team from National Geographic. The lake has attracted a number of people over the years. Every twelve years, thousands of devout pilgrims undertake a difficult trek to the lake from Nauti village near Karnaprayag. The pilgrims are said to be led by a mysterious four-horned ram which takes them through Roop Kund to the shrine of Nanda Devi, where it then disappears. The pilgrims carry a golden idol of the goddess, Nanda Devi, on a silver palanquin. The trek by itself takes one through some of the best terrain in the Garhwal Himalayas, with one passing through thick forest, undulating meadows, towering peaks, etc.

Day 01- Delhi - Haridwar - 210 Kms( Drive 5-6 Hrs)

Arrive Haridwar. Local sightseeing and evening Arti at Har Ki Pauri. Overnight at The Haveli Hari Ganga- A Heritage Hotel.

Day 02- Haridwar - Mundoli/Lohajung 240 Kms/ (Drive 8-9 Hrs) (2643 Mtrs)

After early breakfast depart from Haridwar and drive to Mundoli (240 km/8-9 hrs). Today we start our drive along river Ganga and then move on to the Alaknanda valley and finally into the Pindar valley. The drive is extremely picturesque and will be done at a leisurely pace. Overnight in tents.

Day 03 - Mundoli - Didana(2700 Mtrs) - Ali Bugyal (3100 Mtrs)

We trek down into the Gyan Ganga valley through a thick rhododendron and oak forest. We climb down for a couple of hours and cross the river. From here it’s a steep climb to the village of Didana. This trek would take about 4-5 hrs. We camp here for the night. One can also trek further for a few more kms and camp at Ali Bugyal.

Day 04 - Bedni Bugyal (3350 Mtrs)

Today we start the trek with a steep climb through the forest. Today we will get fabulous views of some of the Himalayan giants like Chaukhamba, Nilkanth and Trishul peaks. The meadows at Bedni are amongst the finest camping grounds in this part of the Himalayas. Today’s climb will take about 6 hr. Overnight at the camp.

Day 05- Bedni Bugyal - Bagubassa (4100 Mtrs)

We will trek 10 km, taking about 4-5 hrs to reach today's campsite at Bagubassa. As we walk we reach Bistola and climb further up to Bagubassa. .Overnight in tents.

Day 06- Bagubassa – Roopkund (4450 Mtrs) – Bedni Bugyal

In the morning enjoy superb views of the Trishul and other Himalayan peaks. The climb to Roopkund is quite tough and will probably take about 3 hrs. At Roop Kund, if the snow is not too deep, the skeletal remains can be seen. Spending some time at the lake and trace your steps back to Bedni Bugyal. You trek today is of 18 kms and will take about 7-8 hrs. Overnight in tents.

Day 07- Bedni Bugyal - Wan (2436 Mtrs)

Retrace your steps towards Wan. This trek is through dense rhododendron and oak forests and will take 4-5 hrs. Overnight in tents.

Day 08- Wan - Lohajung - Mundoli - Haridwar

After an early breakfast trek/drive down from Wan to Lohajung. From here drive to Haridwar. Today one can indulge in sightseeing enroute as well. Overnight at the Haveli Hari Ganga, Haridwar.

Day 09- Haridwar- Delhi

Post Breakfast leave for onward journey.