Brahmatal Trek, Uttarakhand

Brahmatal Trek Overview 

Start/End point of the trek: Kathgodam

Start Time of the trek: 6:30 AM (Day 1)

End Time of the trek: 6:00 AM (Day 6)

Brahmatal Trek Highlights:

- Get a chance to witness the many small hamlets and stream through the trek.  Feast your eyes as you witness the beauty of the whole region from the top

- Enjoy camping at a high summit and the clear night sky under the billions of stars. Also, enjoy a small bonfire with your friends.

- Trek through some of the most alpine and forests of fir, Rhododendron and Oak.

- Get a chance to witness the rare flora and fauna of this region as you continue your trek.

- Catch the glimpses of magnificent Himalayan Ranges. Mt. Trishul is very close along with the views of Nandhaghunti.

- During your trek you will also trek through Chota Jhandidar and Bada Jhandidar.

- The snow-capped mountain and the distant valleys will definitely make you wish to come back here once again.

- And also meet the local people here and share a cup of tea while you learn about their culture.

- Also, taste the local cuisine of this region while you head out for this trek.

Brahmatal Trek Weather : - Winters (December-February): This is considered to be the best season for Brahmatal trek. During these cold winter months, daytime temperatures of Brahmatal trek range between 0°C to 2°C. In the night, the temperatures fall to around -5°C to -10°C. The temperature inside the tent is better but can still be freezing at around 10°C.

- Summer and spring (May-October): The daytime weather of Brahmatal trek remains cool and pleasant. Brahmatal trek temperatures vary depending on the altitude that you are at, during the trek. In lower camps, the Brahmatal trek weather is pleasant at around 10°C and higher camps at around 2°C

Quick Facts About Brahmatal Trek:

Brahmatal Temperature: Day: 8°C to 15°C and Night: 0°C to 7°C

Brahmatal Trekking Distance:  22km

Maximum Altitude: 12,150 ft

Brahmatal Trek Difficulty Level: Moderate

Railway Station: Kathgodam is the nearest railway station

Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

ATM: Dewal has the last ATM point before your trek begins. It's advisable to withdraw money in Kathgodam itself  Meals during Brahmatal Trek: Breakfast, lunch and dinner (vegetarian) are included in the package  Stay during Brahmatal Trek:

Double or triple occupancy in guesthouse and alpine tents

How to reach? Kathgodham has a railway station which is well-connected from all metropolitian cities and nearest airport is Dehradun - Jolly Grant.

 Brahmatal Trek Itinerary 

• Day 1 - Kathgodam to Lohajung Upon your arrival in Kathgodam early morning, you will be picked from the railway station or bus stand.You will be travelling for 9 hours to reach Lohajung which is 225 KM away from Kathgodam.By lat afternoon, you will reach Lohajung where you will be staying at night in a guest house.
• Day 2 - Lohajung to Bekaltal Today's trek will start after breakfast. Commence the trip to Bekaltal.En route, let your eyes enjoy some awe-inspiring views of Nandaghunti Peak.Trek through the forests of oaks and firs. Conclude the 4-5 hours long trek after you reach Bekaltal. The total distance you cover would be 8 KMs.Stay overnight in tents.
• Day 3 - Bekaltal to Brahmatal Enjoy the snow covered pathways that let you reach Brahmatal. It will take around 4 hours to complete the trek.The trails go through a forest and when you reach Telindi top, behold the enchanting views of the mighty Himalayas.Continue walking to finally arrive in Brahmatal or Khabekhal Lake.
• Day 4 - Khabekhal to Bhramtaal to Daldum Right after breakfast, get ready to climb to the top of Brahmatal.Tread along the tricky pathways which go through Chota Jhandidar and Bada Jhandidar.This trail is encircled by a mountain ridge with valleys on both sides.You will take 2.5 hours to reach Brahmatal Top.On this journey, revel in the glimpses of magnificent Himayan Ranges. Mt. Trishul is very close along with the views of Nandhaghunti.From the top, you can revel in the exotic views of snow covered Himalayan Ranges.Proceed to the next camp site in Daldum and the trek will take up to 3 hours to finish. 2.7 KM will be the distance you would be covering with this trek.Again, forests will be accompanying you through these trekking trails.
• Day 5 - Brahmatal to Lohajung Today, you will trail back to Lohajung along the same path you took to reach Brahmatal.Once you reach here, check-in to your guest house and take rest.
• Day 6 - Lohajung to Kathgodam Conclude the trek and depart to Kathgodam early morning.After your arrival at Kathgodam, your trip comes to an end.But, you can plan how to spend the day fruitfully on your own, be it sightseeing or shopping, Kathgodam will not disappoint you.