Brahmatal Trek
A frozen lake at 12,000ft with unobstructed Trishul and Mt. Kamet views. January magic.
Chamoli, Uttarakhand · 6 days · Groups of 6–12
Highlights
- →Brahmatal Lake frozen solid in winter — eerie, pristine, untouched
- →Unobstructed views of Trishul (7,120m) and Mt. Kamet (7,756m)
- →Dense oak and rhododendron forests blanketed in snow
- →Lohajung base — charming Kumaon village, warm guesthouses
- →Bekaltal lake en route — another hidden frozen gem
- →One of the safest winter treks in Uttarakhand — no avalanche zone
Day-by-day Itinerary
Drive: Kathgodam → Lohajung
Pickup at Kathgodam. Drive through Kumaon hills. Arrive Lohajung, trip briefing over hot dinner.
Lohajung → Bekaltal
Trek through pine and oak, heavy snow from the first hour. Camp near Bekaltal lake.
Bekaltal → Brahmatal Meadow
Rhododendron forests give way to open alpine meadows. Camp with first clear view of Trishul.
Summit: Brahmatal Lake & Pass
Early start. Brahmatal Lake completely frozen. Snowfields to the pass. 360° Himalayan panorama.
Descend to Lohajung
Long descent through the snow. Village dinner, warm rooms, story sharing.
Drive: Lohajung → Kathgodam
Morning drive back. Trek ends at Kathgodam.
What's included
- ✓All meals Day 1 dinner to Day 6 breakfast
- ✓Camping gear — tents, sleeping bags rated to -15°C
- ✓Certified winter trek guide + support staff
- ✓Forest permits and entry fees
- ✓First aid + pulse oximeter
- ✓Transport: Kathgodam to Lohajung and back
Not included
- ✗Personal travel to/from Kathgodam
- ✗Personal winter gear — gaiters, microspikes (rentable at base)
- ✗Travel insurance
FAQs
Is this safe in winter?
Yes — Brahmatal is specifically chosen as a winter trek because it avoids avalanche zones. We carry emergency gear and monitor weather daily.
What temperature should I expect?
Daytime -5°C to -10°C on the upper trail. Nights at camp can drop to -15°C. We provide sleeping bags rated for this.
How to Prepare
Logistics
Meeting point
Kathgodam Railway Station, Uttarakhand
Trip ends
Kathgodam Railway Station, Uttarakhand
Minimum age
16 years
Fitness required
Moderate — winter trek requires good cold tolerance
Starting from
₹16,500
per person, all inclusive
Next batch: January 2027
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