Roopkund Trek
A high-altitude glacial lake surrounded by skeletal remains. Not for the faint of heart.
Chamoli, Uttarakhand · 9 days · Groups of 6–14
Highlights
- →Roopkund — the glacial mystery lake at 5,029m with ancient skeletal remains
- →Bedni Bugyal — one of India's most beautiful high-altitude meadows
- →Ali Bugyal — vast alpine grasslands with 360° Himalayan panorama
- →Views of Trishul (7,120m), Nanda Ghunti and Ronti Peak
- →Dense oak and rhododendron forests through Lohajung and Didna
- →Night sky camping at Bhagwabasa — no light pollution, infinite stars
Day-by-day Itinerary
Drive: Kathgodam → Lohajung
Pickup from Kathgodam. 8–9 hr scenic drive through Kumaon hills. Village dinner, trip briefing, early sleep.
Lohajung → Didna Village
Trek begins through oak and rhododendron forests. Gradual ascent. Village homestay with local family.
Didna → Ali Bugyal
Forests open into vast rolling meadows. First dramatic views of Trishul and Nanda Ghunti. Camp in the meadows at sunset.
Ali Bugyal → Bedni Bugyal
Walk across the famous Bedni meadow. Visit the ancient Briju Maharaj temple. Camp by the bugyal stream.
Bedni → Kalu Vinayak
Gradual altitude gain. Rocky terrain starts. Kalu Vinayak shrine at the base of the upper zone — offerings, acclimatization rest.
Kalu Vinayak → Bhagwabasa
High camp at 4,500m. Last water source. Rest afternoon. Stars are insane from here. Sleep early for summit push.
Summit Day: Roopkund → Bedni
3am start. Summit push to the lake at 5,029m. Skeletal remains at the glacier's edge. Long descent to Bedni.
Bedni → Lohajung
Long descent through meadows, forests, and villages. Last night in the mountains.
Drive: Lohajung → Kathgodam
Morning drop to Kathgodam. Trek ends. See you on the next one.
What's included
- ✓All meals from Day 1 dinner to Day 9 breakfast
- ✓Camping gear — tents, sleeping bags rated to -10°C, mats
- ✓Certified high-altitude trek guide + porters for group equipment
- ✓Permits, forest fees, and Roopkund entry charges
- ✓First aid kit + pulse oximeter on every day
- ✓Transport: Kathgodam to Lohajung to Kathgodam
Not included
- ✗Personal travel to/from Kathgodam
- ✗Personal porter (₹800/day, bookable on request)
- ✗Personal gear — trekking poles, boots, rain cover
- ✗Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
FAQs
How fit do I need to be?
Walk 8–12 km a day with a daypack without gasping. 3–4 weeks of cardio before the trek is recommended. No technical climbing skills needed.
Is altitude sickness a risk?
Yes — Roopkund crosses 5,000m. Our guide carries pulse oximeters and first aid. We follow strict acclimatization. Anyone with AMS symptoms will be escorted down immediately.
Can I join solo?
Yes. Most of our trekkers join solo. You'll be part of a group of 6–14 matched people.
From the Trail
Logistics
Meeting point
Kathgodam Railway Station, Uttarakhand
Trip ends
Kathgodam Railway Station, Uttarakhand
Minimum age
18 years
Fitness required
Moderate to High — regular exercise required before joining
Starting from
₹22,000
per person, all inclusive
Next batch: June 2026
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