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Brahmatal Trek
Elevation
12,250 FT.
Days
6 Days & 5 Nights
Difficulty
Easy & Moderate
Location
Lohajung
The Brahmatal trek is known for its stunning views of the majestic Himalayan peaks like Mt. Trishul and Mt. Nanda Ghunti. At an altitude of 12,150 feet, the trek takes you through beautiful forests, meadows, and snow-covered landscapes, making it one of the most popular winter treks in Uttarakhand.
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Departure Date
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| S No | Month | Batch Date | Batch Size |
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| 1 | Dec | 03 – 07 | 50 |
| 2 | Dec | 04- 08 | 50 |
| 3 | Dec | 10 – 14 | 50 |
| 4 | Dec | 11 – 15 | 50 |
| 5 | Dec | 17 – 21 | 50 |
| 6 | Dec | 18 – 22 | 50 |
| 7 | Dec | 23 – 27 | 50 |
| 8 | Dec | 24 – 28 | 50 |
| 9 | Dec | 25 – 29 | 50 |
| 10 | Dec | 26 – 30 | 50 |
| 11 | Dec | 27 – 31 | 50 |
| 12 | Dec | 28 – 01 | 50 |
| 13 | Dec | 29 – 02 | 50 |
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| S No | Month | Batch Date | Batch Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec | 03 – 07 | 50 |
| 2 | Dec | 04- 08 | 50 |
| 3 | Dec | 10 – 14 | 50 |
| 4 | Dec | 11 – 15 | 50 |
| 5 | Dec | 17 – 21 | 50 |
| 6 | Dec | 18 – 22 | 50 |
| 7 | Dec | 23 – 27 | 50 |
| 8 | Dec | 24 – 28 | 50 |
| 9 | Dec | 25 – 29 | 50 |
| 10 | Dec | 26 – 30 | 50 |
| 11 | Dec | 27 – 31 | 50 |
| 12 | Dec | 28 – 01 | 50 |
| 13 | Dec | 29 – 02 | 50 |
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| S No | Month | Batch Date | Batch Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec | 03 – 07 | 50 |
| 2 | Dec | 04- 08 | 50 |
| 3 | Dec | 10 – 14 | 50 |
| 4 | Dec | 11 – 15 | 50 |
| 5 | Dec | 17 – 21 | 50 |
| 6 | Dec | 18 – 22 | 50 |
| 7 | Dec | 23 – 27 | 50 |
| 8 | Dec | 24 – 28 | 50 |
| 9 | Dec | 25 – 29 | 50 |
| 10 | Dec | 26 – 30 | 50 |
| 11 | Dec | 27 – 31 | 50 |
| 12 | Dec | 28 – 01 | 50 |
| 13 | Dec | 29 – 02 | 50 |
New wpDataTable
| S No | Month | Batch Date | Batch Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec | 03 – 07 | 50 |
| 2 | Dec | 04- 08 | 50 |
| 3 | Dec | 10 – 14 | 50 |
| 4 | Dec | 11 – 15 | 50 |
| 5 | Dec | 17 – 21 | 50 |
| 6 | Dec | 18 – 22 | 50 |
| 7 | Dec | 23 – 27 | 50 |
| 8 | Dec | 24 – 28 | 50 |
| 9 | Dec | 25 – 29 | 50 |
| 10 | Dec | 26 – 30 | 50 |
| 11 | Dec | 27 – 31 | 50 |
| 12 | Dec | 28 – 01 | 50 |
| 13 | Dec | 29 – 02 | 50 |
New wpDataTable
| S No | Month | Batch Date | Batch Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec | 03 – 07 | 50 |
| 2 | Dec | 04- 08 | 50 |
| 3 | Dec | 10 – 14 | 50 |
| 4 | Dec | 11 – 15 | 50 |
| 5 | Dec | 17 – 21 | 50 |
| 6 | Dec | 18 – 22 | 50 |
| 7 | Dec | 23 – 27 | 50 |
| 8 | Dec | 24 – 28 | 50 |
| 9 | Dec | 25 – 29 | 50 |
| 10 | Dec | 26 – 30 | 50 |
| 11 | Dec | 27 – 31 | 50 |
| 12 | Dec | 28 – 01 | 50 |
| 13 | Dec | 29 – 02 | 50 |
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Short Itinerary
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Day 1 :
Kathgodam to Lohajung (Drive) -
Day 2 :
Lohajung to Bekaltal (Trek) -
Day 3 :
Bekaltal to Brahmatal (Trek) -
Day 4 :
Brahmatal to Summit and back to Brahmatal (Trek) -
Day 5 :
Brahmatal to Lohajung (Trek) -
Day 6 :
Lohajung to Kathgodam (Drive)
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Kathgodam to Lohajung (Drive, 8-9 hours, 220 km)
The journey starts with a scenic drive from Kathgodam to Lohajung, the base camp for the Brahmatal trek. You’ll pass through beautiful villages, rivers, and the Kumaon hills. Overnight stay in guesthouses or homestays in Lohajung.
Day 02: Lohajung to Bekaltal (Trek, 6 km, 4-5 hours)
The trek begins from Lohajung and ascends through dense forests of oak and rhododendron trees. After trekking for a few hours, you’ll reach Bekaltal, a serene lake surrounded by forests. Camp by the lake for the night.
Day 03: Bekaltal to Brahmatal (Trek, 7 km, 5-6 hours)
Today’s trek takes you through snow-covered meadows with stunning views of the Himalayan ranges. After a few hours of trekking, you’ll reach Brahmatal, another beautiful alpine lake, where you’ll camp overnight.
Day 04: Brahmatal to Summit and back to Brahmatal (Trek, 8 km, 7-8 hours)
The most exciting day of the trek! You’ll trek to the summit of Brahmatal, which offers panoramic views of Mt. Trishul, Mt. Nanda Ghunti, and other surrounding peaks. After spending time at the summit, descend back to Brahmatal for an overnight stay.
Day 05: Brahmatal to Lohajung (Trek, 9 km, 6-7 hours)
The descent from Brahmatal to Lohajung offers a mix of scenic forests and open meadows. The trek down is relatively easier, and you’ll revisit the serene landscapes you passed through earlier, this time with different lighting and perspective. Arriving at Lohajung, you’ll stay overnight in guesthouses or homestays.
Day 06: Lohajung to Kathgodam (Drive, 8-9 hours, 220 km)
After breakfast, the journey back to Kathgodam begins with a long, scenic drive through mountain roads. You’ll pass through many picturesque villages and valleys, enjoying the last glimpses of the Kumaon and Garhwal Himalayas. The trek concludes upon arrival at Kathgodam.
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Hiking Shoes
Type: We recommend that you have to look for shoes which are water-resistant and have a deep yet flexible sole to sustain on Himalayan terrains.
Note: Dynamic rough terrains hold uncertain threats. The pair of shoes which has the advantage to overcome those threats will help you to maintain your confidence of balancing on.
Backpack
Type: It purely depends on the kind of Trek you are planning to.
(15-20) litres will be ideal for short treks of (1-3) days.
(40-60) litres will be ideal for long treks of (3 – 10) days.
Note: Backpack comes under very important essentials for the activity like trekking. You will have requirement of your Backpack throughout the journey for your belongings and all the essentials you need. We recommend you to test the bag and choose it according to your height, the Trek where you are taking to & comfort it provides.
Daypack
Type: A (10 – 15) litres waterproof daypack is all you need to have with you for the Summit.
Note: Your Daypack will be for those Summit days and shorter days when you just need your essentials like (wallet, small water bottle, sunglass, power bank and etc.) with you.
Clothing
Collared T-shirts – Carrying 2 – 3 units of collared T-shirts will be ideal. The collar will help you to keep your neck away from direct sunlight and not too exposed to the Sun and getting sunburnt.
Padded Jacket – Ensure that the jacket is wind-resistant & capable of keeping you warm at -10 °C to -12 °C temparature.
Fleece Jacket – Fleece jackets are made of very soft and cozy material. It helps you to maintain the comfortable body temperature. Keep 2 Fleece Jackets with you.
Thermals – You will have requirement of only 1 pair of this in the Winter, For Summer it could be under consideration. It is made of pure cotton and designed in such way so that body heat is blocked between its layers. It will keep you warm during the nights when the temperature falls.
Trek Pants – You will have requirement of 2 units of Trekking Pants with you always. Between them one must be convertible. Ensure it is made of Cotton or wind proof light material & provides maximum durable comfort.
Sun Caps –The Sunlight might be harsh at higher Altitudes and the direct exposure of sunlight to your head is harmful for your skin. Carry Sun Caps to keep your head cool.
Woolen Caps – You will have need of woolen caps during the nights to keep your ears and head warm from the very cold breeze.
Waterproof Gloves – You will have requirement of waterproof gloves for cold and wet section of the Trek. Always keep your hands clean & warm, avoid letting your hands wet to get the supporting grip and balance.
Trek Accessories
Trekking Pole: The Trekking/Hiking Pole saves 60% of your energy for conquering a steep slope at higher altitude. It is advisable to carry a trekking pole with you for the treks.
Head-lamp or Torch: A head-lamp is another important thing which also comes under mandatory items for our Treks. It will help you to deal with the dark. Head-lamp becomes more effective to walk in darkl cold weather without approaching through your hand. Featured Torch is also ok for uphill.
Daily essentials
Toiletries: We recommend you to carry all your Toiletries essentials and all other personal belongings by yourself to avoid borrowing. Here are some items as you could take- tooth-cleaning paste, dental brush, lip moisturizer, skin hydrating cream, facial cleanser, a range of vital creams and items, bathroom tissue/toilet paper, menstrual pads, along with other important personal care items like shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, and shaving supplies.
Containers & Vessels: It’s advisable to bring your personal water containers; we recommend two bottles each with a capacity of 1 litre. Additionally, for both ease and hygiene reasons, please carry your own food containers to use for the meals we supply. Metal bottle comes handy for hot water served in the camps.
Recommended Medicines:
Gauze 1 small roll, Dexamethasone one strip, Nifedipine 5 tablets, Band aid 10 strips, Avomine 4 tablets (motion sickness), Avil 25mg 4 tablets (allergies), Combiflam 4 tablets (Pain killer), Crepe bandage 3 to 5 meters, Disprin 6 tablets (headache), Crocin 6 tablets (fever), Digene 10 tablets (acidity), Omez/ Rantadine 10 tablets (antacids), Norflox TZ & Lomofen 6 tablets each (diarrhea), Diamox 10 tablets (to prevent AMS), Cotton 1 small roll
Essential Documents Required:
For the trek, it’s vital that you bring specific documents and submit them to the trek leader at the base camp. These include a copy of the Disclaimer, along with one photocopy and the original of a government-issued photo ID. Additionally, a doctor’s medical certificate confirming your fitness for high-altitude conditions is required.
Here are the risks or challenges you might face on the Kedarkantha Trek.
Risk of slip/skid:
Kedarkantha is a moderate trek that tests the patience and challenges the skills of trekkers. It helps in developing confidence, patience, and strategic planning abilities. While trekking in winter season there is a possibility of slip/ skidding as the trail is scattered with black ice especially in the month of December, January and in addition weather is very much unpredictable in Himalayas.
Safety Precautions:
To address these challenges, there will be a briefing session at the base camp about the risks of slipping or skidding. A trained trek leader will guide trekkers on maintaining body balance and show how to use the trekking poles properly.
The Discovery Hike will provide crampons to the trekker for the snow filled trails. These crampons are especially designed to hold a better grip on snow trail and minimize the risk of skid up to 95%.
Trek leader shall accompany the team and shall aware the team members about the situation.
While choosing your shoe keep in mind that the shoe must have a good grip.
High Altitude Risks:
During the Kedarkantha trek, which ascends from 6,400 feet to 12,500 feet over 4-5 days, there’s a small risk of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE), and High-Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE), especially at higher camps like the Kedarkantha campsite.
Safety Precautions:
To prevent these conditions, trekkers can start taking DIAMOX from the first day, as it significantly reduces AMS risk. Trekkers trained to recognize AMS symptoms should promptly report them to the trek leader. The leaders are prepared with a high-altitude medical kit and oxygen cylinders for safety. If conditions worsen, trekkers may need to move from higher to lower campsites.
Dealing with Blisters and Cramps:
Blisters cuts and cramps occurs very often while we are walking or trekking on uneven trail.
Safety Precautions:
If a trekker experiences a blister or cramp, they need to quickly inform the trek leader, who carries a treatment kit. To prevent blisters, it’s recommended to use well-fitting trekking shoes that are breathable and have a good grip. For leg cramps, apply cramp spray, which both trekkers and the trek leader should have.
Weather Risks at High Altitude:
The weather at high altitudes, particularly in the Himalayas, is known for being unpredictable and can sometimes worsen quickly.
Safety Precautions:
The trek leader will make the call to either continue or wait for better weather. If the weather stays harsh and could worsen, the team might need to descend for safety. We provide all-weather tents to cope with different weather challenges.
Communication Risks:
As you go higher on the Kedarkantha trek, from 6,400 ft to 12,500 ft, communication signals weaken and eventually we might lose connection completely, isolating us from the outside world. But there’s no need to worry about this disconnection.
Safety Precautions:
To stay connected, we use walkie-talkies as an alternative way to communicate with people at different campsites.
Emergency/ immediate rescue:
In case of severe health issues or other emergencies, immediate rescue might be necessary.
Safety Precautions:
If a serious situation arises due to AMS, cramps, illness, or breathing problems, the trek leader and staff will quickly use resources like porters and mules for rescue. A standby team at different campsites will assist, and airlifts are arranged in acute cases.
Risk of low oxygen at higher altitudes:
Oxygen levels decrease as altitude increases, which can cause breathing difficulties. Although low oxygen levels are rare on the Kedarkantha trek, it’s still a possibility.
Safety Precautions:
If anyone experiences problems related to low oxygen levels, we have plenty of oxygen cylinders with the trek leader and staff. Affected trekkers should inform the leader or descend to a lower campsite for immediate help.
Overall Safety and Cooperation:
Our main goal is your safety and enjoyment during the trek. We ask for your full cooperation and advise against using any objectionable substances while trekking.
Initiating Cancellation:
To cancel your booking, please send an email to cancel@eagleexped.com
Cancellation Due to Unforeseen Events:
In case of trek cancellation by Climb With Us owing to unexpected events such as natural disasters, floods, or political unrest, we will issue a trek voucher. This voucher is valid for one year and can be used for the same trek or a different one.
Cancellation Due to Personal Reasons:
If you decide to cancel your trek for personal reasons, the following terms apply under our cancellation policy:
No Cash Refunds: We do not offer cash refunds once a booking is successfully completed. Instead, a voucher for the same or a reduced amount will be provided.
Cancellation 30 Days or More Before Trek: If you cancel 30 days or more before the trek start date, a voucher for the full booking amount will be issued.
Cancellation 20-29 Days Before Trek: For cancellations made between 20 to 29 days before the trek start date, 50% of the booking amount will be deducted. The remaining amount will be provided as a voucher.
Cancellation Less Than 20 Days Before Trek: No voucher will be issued for cancellations made less than 20 days before the trek start date.
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