Roopkund Lake Trek
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Roopkund Lake Trek

The legendary “mystery lake” beneath Trishul, via the vast Ali and Bedni meadows.

Duration6 Days / 5 Nights
DifficultyDifficult
Max altitude16,499 ft (5,029 m)
RegionChamoli, Uttarakhand
Starting from₹15,999
Overview

About the Roopkund Lake Trek

A challenging high-altitude trek in Uttarakhand from Rishikesh via Wan village, Patar Nachuni and Bhagwabasa to Roopkund Lake at the foot of Trishul.

The route crosses the famous Ali and Bedni Bugyals — among the largest meadows in Asia — before climbing into rock and snow. This is a serious trek with long days above 14,000 ft; prior Himalayan experience is strongly recommended.

Duration6 Days / 5 Nights
DifficultyDifficult
Maximum altitude16,499 ft
Starting pointRishikesh
Ending pointRishikesh
Best seasonMay – Jun, Sep – Oct
Group size8 – 12 trekkers
AccommodationCamping + homestays
MealsVegetarian meals on trek
Trek distance≈ 45 km on foot
Highlights

Why you will love it

Roopkund lake

The legendary glacial lake beneath Trishul.

Ali & Bedni Bugyal

Vast high meadows with views of Trishul and Nanda Ghunti.

High-altitude challenge

Push beyond 16,000 ft with expert support.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. Drive via Karnaprayag and Debal to the trailhead village of Wan.

    Dinner Guesthouse
  2. Cross the Neel Ganga and climb through thick forest to Ghairoli Patal.

    Breakfast, lunch & dinner Camping (twin-sharing tents)
  3. Walk across Bedni Bugyal to the camp at Patar Nachuni.

    Breakfast, lunch & dinner Camping (twin-sharing tents)
  4. Cross Kalu Vinayak to the stark, rocky camp at Bhagwabasa.

    Breakfast, lunch & dinner Camping (twin-sharing tents)
  5. Pre-dawn climb to Roopkund lake, then descend to Patar Nachuni.

    Breakfast, lunch & dinner Camping (twin-sharing tents)
  6. Descend to the road head and drive back towards Rishikesh (overnight en route if needed).

    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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