North
Himalayan Holidays

Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Post Type Selectors

Kedartal Trek

Available Kedartal Trek Treks

Group Size
6-12 persons

Difficulty
Moderate

Highest Point
4,550 M

Duration
6 Days

Cost
18,800.00

Trekking Experience

No Mountaineering Certification Needed

Kedartal Trek

The Most Sacred And Mystical High Altitude Lake Trekking

Kedartal Trek  (also known as Shiva’s lake) is a glacial lake situated at an altitude of 4,750m (15,600 feet) in the Garhwal region of the Himalayas in India. The kedartal  lake is fed by the snowfall over Thalayasagar (6,904m), Meru (6,672m), Bhirgupanth (6,772m) and other surrounding peaks, and is the source of Kadar Ganga, which in Hindu mythology is considered to be Shiva’s contribution to Bhagirathi. The pea green lake with melting snow of Kadar glacier originate Kadar Ganga, a tributary of Bhagirathi, measured as Lord Shiva’s contribution to Bhagirathi.

One can encounter a good variety of high altitude fauna e.g. Bharal (blue sheep), Goral, Himalayan black bear with a great variety of birds. The trek is bit challenging, but the rewards are very soaring.Kedartal also known as ‘Shiva’s Lake’ is one of the highest lakes in Uttarakhand

Trek Highlights

  • Spectacular views Thalayasagar (6,904m), Meru (6,672m), Bhirgupanth (6,772m).
  • The vast high altitude meadows and then there is the indescribable serenity of the Kedartal lake.
  • Atmospheric Gangotri and its pilgrimage temples.
  • Hike from Gangotri along with Kedar Ganga & lord Shiva Lake..
  • Holly and Kashi Of North India called Temple Kashi Vishwanath.

Trek Itinerary

Altitude: 9,971 ft (3,040 Mt.)
Travel / Duration: 239 km. /10hrs.
Accommodation Type: Hotel/Guest House

Pickup from Dehradun center point  by our company Driver and drive to Gangotri. The drive to Gangotri will go through Uttarkashi. On the roadsides keep your eyes to spot many famous places. The drive goes through dense forests until you reach Gangotri in the evening. As you know, Gangotri is the birthplace of Ganga. It is one of the Dhams of the Char Dham Yatra. Gangotri is situated on the banks of Bhagirathi River at 3100 meters height. Overnight Hotel & Dinner.

Altitude: 12,398 ft (3,780 Mt.)
Trek / Duration: 08 km. /6hrs.
Accommodation Type: Camping

Morning after Breakfast Trek To Bhoj Kharak. The Steep Ascent To Bhoj Kharak Starts As We Leave The Camp. After An Hour Climb We Travers Kedar Gorge To Reach Bhoj Kharak. The Entire Trek Is Along Kedar Ganga, Through Fir (Cedus ) And Bhoj (Birch) Trees. The Bark Of Birch Was Used As Paper For Ancient Manuscript In Inida.Overnight tents & Dinner.

Altitude: 13,612 ft (4,150 Mt.)
Trek / Duration: 06 km. /5hrs.
Accommodation Type: Camping

We cross the tree line in sometime and towards afternoon reach our next destination, Kedar Kharak. This is a very pleasant campsite with meadows all around and a network of streams.Overnight in tents & Dinner.

Altitude: 14,924 ft (4,550 Mt.)
Trek / Duration: 05 km. /4hrs.
Accommodation Type: Camping

We cross the meadows and from then on the trail is mostly through scree, rocks & boulders. After a few hours of mostly uphill walking we reach Kadar Tal. You will experience complete ‘Mountain Madness’ here. Blue waters of the high altitude lake, massive Himalayan peaks all around and highways of glaciers and the backdrop sound of avalanches and glaciers breaking. Overnight in tents & Dinner.

We retrace our steps to reach Bhoj Kharak. Overnight in tents & Dinner.

Altitude: 3,772 ft (1,150 Mt.)
Trek / Duration: 10 km. /6hrs.
Accommodation Type: Hotel/Guest House

We hike down till Gangotri and from there drive down to Uttarkashi. Overnight in Hotel & Dinner.

Today drive to Dehradun, Capital of Uttarakhand State in India.  Services end here the car drop you in your destinations as per your program.

Inclusions

What is Included in the Trek

  • All transport from DEHRADUN and back to Rishikesh by Non ac bolero mountain Jeep..

  • Accommodation will be provided at Gangotri/ Uttarkashi only room basis.

  • Accommodation in tents with foam sleeping pads & sleeping bags for entire trek.

  • Meals: As per itinerary, Tea /coffee, snacks & drinking boiled water during the trek. All meals would be vegetarian,the food would be a mix of Indian, Chinese & Local.

  • Professionally trained mountain guide with camp staff, cook etc. ,Porters: For carrying rations, trekking equipment's.

  • All trekking permits and park entrance fees & Camping charges entire the trek.

  • Camping equipment: 3/4 season tents, sleeping bags, ground mattress, mess tent etc.

  • Medical Kit with Oxygen Cylinders

Exclusions

What is Not Included in the Trek

  • Any stay and meals in Rishikesh/ DEHRADUN.

  • Air Fares, Visas, Insurance, Airport taxes, laundry, phone calls, beverages and bottled water, souvenirs and other expenses of a personal nature.

  • Porters/Mules for personal luggage.

  • Tips for guides, cooks & porters.

  • Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc

Payment and Cancellation Policy

LET’S RESEARCH NOW!

IF YOU DETERMINED FOR THIS TREK THEN YOU NEED TO RESEARCH ABOUT THE WHOLE ROUTE BEFORE YOUR JOURNEY.

The map is created by MountainSubhajit

BOOK YOUR TRIP! HURRY UP!

MAKE YOUR TRIP WITH COMPANY ORGANIZED SCHEDULE OR CUSTOMIZED.

DON'T FORGET TO PACK!

MAKE YOUR DREAM SUCCESSFUL FOR LIFETIME

GOOD TREKKING SHOE & CHAPPAL

A GOOD QUALITY RUCKSACK

FULL RAINCOAT OR PONCHU

HIKING STICK & GLOVES

PERSONAL WATER BOTTLE

POWER BANK OR SOLAR CHARGER

DOWN JACKET & SNOW PANT

PERSONAL SLEEPING BAG

CAMERA KITS & SUNGLASS

2 SET SOCKS & WORM CLOTHS

SIMILAR TREKS

Mt. Satopanth

Altitude 7,075 M
12 Days
Cost 195,000.00

Panpatia Col Trek

Altitude 5,260 M
12 Days
Cost 70,000.00

Kalindi Khal Pass Trek

Altitude 5950 M
13 Days
Cost 80,000.00

Auden’s Col Trek

Altitude 5,400 M
13 Days
Cost 70,000.00

Bali Pass Trek

Altitude 4950 M
9 Days
Cost 20,500.00

Dayara Bugyal Trek

Altitude 3650 M
5 Days
Cost 8,500.00

Dodital Lake Trek

Altitude 4,145 M
6 Days
Cost 16,650.00

Dodital Yamunotri Trek

Altitude 4,145 M
6 Days
Cost 37,650.00

Gaumukh Tapovan Trek

Altitude 4,400 M
6 Days
Cost 19,500.00

Nandanvan Vasukital Trek

Altitude 4,850 M
8 Days
Cost 25,000.00

Har Ki Dun

Altitude 3,500 M
8 Days
Cost 12,600.00

Chopta Chandrashila Top

Altitude 4,000 M
4 Days
Cost 9,600.00

Kedartal Trek

Altitude 4,550 M
6 Days
Cost 18,800.00

Lamkhaga Pass Trek

Altitude 5,200 M
8 Days
Cost 48,500.00

Mt. Shivling

Altitude 6,543 M
20 Days
Cost 175,500.00
Previous
Next
0 0 votes
Total Rating
Subscribe
Notify of
guest
2 Comments
Oldest
Newest Most Voted
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments

© 2021 NORTH HIMALAYAN HOLIDAYS - All Rights Reserved

DESIGNED BY WWINNOVATORS

Share on facebook
Share on twitter
Share on linkedin
Share on whatsapp