Kagbhusandi Lake Trek
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Kagbhusandi Lake Trek

A wild crossing to a hidden high lake ringed by snow peaks and Brahma Kamal flowers.

Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
DifficultyDifficult
Max altitude17,160 ft (5,230 m)
RegionChamoli, Uttarakhand
Starting from₹35,000
Overview

About the Kagbhusandi Lake Trek

A thrilling seven-day Himalayan adventure through alpine meadows, rhododendron forests, rocky trails and scenic mountain landscapes, crossing the high Kankul Khal (5,230 m) to Kagbhusandi Lake.

The lake is surrounded by snow-clad peaks and, in late summer, by Brahma Kamal — Uttarakhand’s state flower. This is a demanding, remote trek for experienced trekkers.

Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
DifficultyDifficult
Maximum altitude17,160 ft
Starting pointJoshimath
Ending pointJoshimath
Best seasonAug – Sep
Group size8 – 12 trekkers
AccommodationCamping + homestays
MealsVegetarian meals on trek
Trek distance≈ 50 km on foot
Highlights

Why you will love it

Hidden high lake

Kagbhusandi Tal, far from any road.

Brahma Kamal blooms

Uttarakhand’s sacred flower in August–September.

Kankul Khal crossing

A high pass above 17,000 ft.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. Drive to Govindghat and trek to Bhyundar village.

    Breakfast, lunch & dinner Camping (twin-sharing tents)
  2. Enter the remote Kakbhushandi valley.

    Breakfast, lunch & dinner Camping (twin-sharing tents)
  3. Climb through meadows to the high camp.

    Breakfast, lunch & dinner Camping (twin-sharing tents)
  4. Push higher on moraine to the base of the pass.

    Breakfast, lunch & dinner Camping (twin-sharing tents)
  5. Cross the high pass and descend to the lake.

    Breakfast, lunch & dinner Camping (twin-sharing tents)
  6. Begin the long descent.

    Breakfast, lunch & dinner Camping (twin-sharing tents)
  7. Walk out and drive to Joshimath.

    Breakfast
What is covered

Inclusions & exclusions

Included

  • Accommodation during the trek (tents / homestays / guesthouses as per itinerary)
  • All vegetarian meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on the last day
  • Forest, trek and camping permits
  • Certified trek leader and local Garhwali guides
  • Safety equipment: first-aid kit, oxygen cylinder, pulse oximeter, stretcher
  • Camping gear: tents, sleeping bags, mats, dining & toilet tents
  • Porters / mules for common equipment

Not included

  • Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, tips, laundry)
  • Transportation to/from the base unless specified
  • Travel and trek insurance
  • Emergency evacuation and hospitalisation costs
  • Personal porter / backpack offloading
  • Anything not mentioned under inclusions
Good to know

Frequently asked questions

This is a demanding high-altitude route. You should be able to run 10 km in under 70 minutes, and have completed at least one Himalayan trek above 13,000 ft.

Trekking shoes with ankle support, three warm layers (fleece, down jacket, waterproof shell), thermal innerwear, woollen cap and gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen, a 40–60 L backpack, water bottles and personal medicines. We share a detailed packing list after booking.

We do not recommend it as a first trek. Try Kuari Pass, Dayara Bugyal or Kedarkantha first, then come back for this one.

Our trek leaders monitor weather daily and will change the plan, use a buffer day or turn back if conditions become unsafe. Safety decisions by the trek leader are final.

Cancellations more than 30 days before departure receive a full refund minus a small processing fee; 15–30 days: 50% refund or a full trek voucher; under 15 days: trek voucher only. See our Terms & Conditions for full details.
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