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Kedar Tal Trek
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Kedar Tal Trek
- Difficulty : Moderate to Difficult
- Best time to visit : May to June and again from September to October
- Temparature : Day time : 10°C – 12°C; Night time : 6°C – 8°C
- Hightest Altitude : 16,150 ft.
- Pickup point : Dehradun
About Kedar Tal Trek
Imagine yourself standing at a place where you can see a beautiful lake reflecting a crystal clear image of Thalay Sagar peak, and that too amidst the serene environment. Yes, you can experience this in real life. Here we are representing one of the most beautiful glacial lakes which can be compared to emeralds. This lake is a product of the melting snow of Thalaysagar and Brighupanth peak. The Kedar Tal Trek is considered to be a tough trek & hence beneficial for experienced people. Apart from that, if you are a trek/adventure enthusiast, then you can also look at Kedar Tal Trek as your next journey.
The Kedar Tal lies in the range of Gangotri. Your journey to Kedar Tal Trek begins from Dehradun, Uttarakhand. You will cross several villages & beautiful sights on your way to Kedar Tal. This will be a 7 days journey & will surely give you enormous memories that you can cherish for a lifetime. Basically, this trek starts from the Gangotri region. The Tal lies at a height of 15,485 ft. Once you reach here, you will realize that you have come a bit closer to some of the magnificient peaks. The area within the proximity of the lake is a bit muddy...which gives a dominancy to the beauty of the lake. It will be not wrong if I say you will find this place the utmost peace-giving one. In addition to all this, you will also see lush meadows & flowers blooming on the way. Also, there are many water streams when you will be crossing your trek.
You must prepare yourself before coming to this trek as it is quite difficult compared to others. You will be going on a trek with an experienced team of ours, including a travel guide, hence you will not face any complications during the trek. Apart from that, you can avail our Kedar Tal Trek Package which is the best in the industry. In this package, you will get every necessary thing which you may require during your journey. Remember to exercise well before the journey to make your body flexible.
- Day 1: Dehradun to Gangotri (Drive)
- Altitude: 10,200ft.
- Distance: 240 km
- Time: 8-9 hours
- You may feel cold after you cross Uttarkashi. Stay in a guest house/hotel overnight.
- Day 2: Day of Acclimatisation in Gangotri
- This day will be dedicated to exploring the place & resting in the guest house.
- Day 3: Gangotri to Bhoj Kharak (Trek)
- Altitude: 10,200ft to 12,800ft.
- Distance: 9 km
- Time: 5-6 hours
- Terrain will be rocky in nature. You will be able to see the Thalaysagar peak on the way. Rest in tents overnight.
- Day 4: Bhoj Kharak to Kedar Kharak (Trek)
- Altitude: 12,800ft to 14,300 ft.
- Distance: 5 km
- Time: 4-5 hours
- Moderate level of the trek. There will be sufficient water sources. Stay in tents.
- Day 5: Kedar Kharak to Kedar Tal and back to Kedar Kharak (Trek)
- Altitude: 14,300 ft to 15,500 ft.
- Distance: 5 km
- Time: 4-5 hours
- Rocky terrain. No water resources. Stay in tents.
- Day 6: Kedar Kharak to Gangotri (Trek)
- Altitude: 15,500 ft to 10,200ft.
- Distance: 14 km
- Time: 8-9 hours
- Back to Gangotri. Stay in the guest house.
- Day 7: Gangotri to Dehradun (Drive)
- Distance: 240 km
- Time: 8-9 hours
DAY 1: Dehradun to Gangotri (10,200 ft)
Your journey to Kedar Tal Trek will begin from Dehradun. You will drive towards Gangotri. On the way to Gangotri, you will cross Uttarkashi. The journey of the day will be quite long but it will be the most enthusiastic one too. You will see so many beautiful scenes of nature throughout the journey. You will cross several forests, villages, water streams, markets, and much more.
Eventually, you will reach Gangotri, one of the char dhams of Uttarakhand. The sacred river Ganga emerges from here only. It is one of the most religious & beautiful places in India. Stay here in a hotel or guest house & take a sound sleep.
DAY 2: Day of Acclimatisation in Gangotri
Your second day will begin with a beautiful morning. This day you will explore Gangotri. You will visit temples, markets, etc. You may have a word with locals, with this you will also enhance your knowledge about the place. Try to walk & explore as much you can, this will make your body to make itself comfortable in places with higher altitudes.
DAY 3: Gangotri to Bhoj Kharak (10,200 ft to 12,800 ft)
This day will be your first trek. Try to wake up early so that you can finish the trek as soon as possible. The distance of the trek will be 8-9 km. You will see the path to Bhoj Kharak a little bit different than ordinary trek paths. A large part of the trek will be rocky in nature. You may find several other treks on the way too.
To your left, you will see Kedar Ganga. Thereafter, on the way to Bhoj Kharak, you will see various Bhojpatra trees, which have ancient significance. Soon, after crossing the narrow rocky path, you will reach Spider wall, a rock face inclined to 60 degrees. Make sure to listen to the instructions of your guide.
Soon, you will reach Bhoj Kharak. It is surrounded by Bhoj trees & rhododendrons of purple color. Rest in tents.
Day 4: Bhoj Kharak to Kedar Kharak (12,800 ft to 14,300 ft)
The trek of the day will be an easy one. You just need to cross a steep ascent and thereafter you will reach meadows full of multicolor flowers. You will find the trek of the day amazing as it is easier & offers a beautiful walk through meadows. You will wide variety of birds chirping over there. With this, you will not even realize when you will reach your destination of the day,i.e Kedar Kharak.
This day's campsite is between meadows. Utilize your time in different activities and make it a memorable trip. Stay in tents & rest.
Day 5: Kedar Kharak to Kedar Tal and back to Kedar Kharak (14,300 ft to 15,500 ft.)
And eventually, you will wake up in the morning & will start your trek towards the destination of the journey, Kedar Tal. The trek of the day again is slightly tough and needs to be covered with utmost care & support. You will pass by rocky & barren terrain as well as will cross 3 ridges.
Weather conditions of this particular path may vary at any time. You may see rain all of a sudden, therefore, you must keep your warm clothes with you. Besides that, do not perform any activity without the concern of your guide as it may put you in difficulty. After crossing the final ridge, you will be right next to the beautiful lake- Kedar Tal. You will see a mind-blowing reflection of Thalaysagar in the lake which looks amazing. From this point, you will also be able to visit a great view of Mt. Manda, Gangotri, Bhagirathi, Mt. Meru. You will get enough time to spend at this beautiful destination. Click pictures and make it a memorable moment. Then trek back to Kedar Kharak & rest in tents overnight.
Day 6:- Kedar Kharak to Gangotri (15,500 ft to 10,200ft)
The time to get back to your homes has come. Wake up in Kedar Kharak and start moving towards Gangotri through the same route.
Day 7: Gangotri to Dehradun
And finally, you will travel back to Dehradun. Stay safe & make a plan for the next trip soon.
How to Reach Kedar Tal Trek
By Air :
Your picking point will be the Railway Station of Dehradun, therefore if you will come by flight then you must reach the railway station on your own. You can take a flight from Delhi according to your convenience & reach Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport. From here reach the Railway Station. Flights are available on a regular basis from Delhi to Dehradun.
By Train :
If you travel by train, then obviously you will directly reach the Railway Station of Dehradun. Trains are also available on a regular basis from Delhi to Dehradun.
By Bus:
In addition to flights & trains, buses keep on running between Delhi & Dehradun, so you can take one and reach Dehradun. From Dehradun Bus Station, you can quickly reach Railway Station.
Kedar Tal Trek Location
Includes
- Accommodation (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
- Trek equipments: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required)
- Welcome refreshment
- Three times meals (Veg+egg): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- All necessary permits and entry fees
- First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
- Mountaineering qualified & professional guide and Support staff.
- Transport from Dehradun to Sankri and retorn (According to itinerary)
- Porter or mule charges for carrying camping equipment and rations
- Morning Tea
- Evening Tea with snacks
- Guide Charges
- Hot drinking water
- Outside Explorers approved trek completion certificate
- Dry fruits, chocolates, biscuits, toffees provided during the trek
Excludes
- Porter/mule for personal bags
- Any meals or services not mentioned in inclusions
- Any charges for video cameras or still cameras
- Charges for soft drinks or any other beverage
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry or telephone calls
- Any costs arising from unforeseen circumstances like landslides, bad weather or road blocks, etc
- Any kind of personal expenses.
- Food during the transit.
- Insurance.
- Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head.
- Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.
Note : Normally Outside Explorer expect to carry your personal luggage on your own, if you wish to offload your backpack, you can give it to Mule.
Charges of offloading backpack:-
- INR 1750/- if you make an online payment, 6 days in advance
- INR 1500/- if you inform us after reaching Gangotri
- The backpack cannot weigh more than 11 kgs. Backpack should have waterproof cover. Suitcases/strolleys/ bags will not be allowed.
Thing's to carry
You need to get :-
- Shirts/T-shirts – 2/3
- Full sleeves T-shirts/ Sweatshirts. 1 for every 2 days of trekking
- Trekking pants – 2
- One full-sleeved sweater
- Good quality windproof jacket – (optional)
- Woolen socks – 1 pair, for the night only
- Regular socks for trekking – 2 or 3 pairs
- Scarf/muffler (optional)
- Raincoat / Poncho
- Small lightweight towel
- Water bottle-2
- Cap/hat to keep the strong sun away from your face
- Sun glasses
- Walking stick/trekking pole
- Sunscreen lotion
- Lip balm
- Torch/flashlight (with extra batteries)
- Day pack for essentials
- Rain cover for your bags
- Plastic/waterproof bags for belongs in case of rain
- Camera if you like (with fully charged batteries)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
1 How many days of the trek will it be?
It will be a 6 days trek.
2 What will be the grade of the trek?
It will be easy to moderate trek.
3 Is trek meant for beginners?
Yes. It is meant for beginners.
4 How will be the weather over there?
In the daytime, the weather will be pleasant but at the night the weather may become cold. So, it is suggested to bring warm clothes too.
5 How many members will be there in the group?
We always consider fewer members in the group to avoid any kind of problem.
Top Tips for Trekkers
Before you load up your backpack with trekking socks and Kendal mint cake, give some thought to the infrastructure on the route you plan to conquer. Some treks require total self-sufficiency, sleeping under canvas and purifying water as you go; other routes have refuges or rustic teahouses every step of the way. Here are some of the key considerations:
- Travel light: every extra gram will weigh you down on the trails; if it isn't essential, leave it behind.
- Respect your feet: boots offer more support, but all-terrain trainers are lighter and dry more quickly after a soaking.
- Protect your knees: trekking poles can help control the knee-crushing descents that are a feature of pretty much every trek.
- Climb slowly: Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) can kill, so ascend slowly and take rest days to acclimatize on any trek above 2,500m in elevation.
- Heed the weather: when treks go wrong, it's normally because of the weather, so check the forecasts; if conditions look bad, stop somewhere safe and sit it out, rather than pushing on over the next pass.
- Be prepared: don't launch straight from the sofa to the summit–warm up with gentler walks, hikes and runs to get your body used to the exertion.
- Plan ahead: many trekking routes require a permit and advance booking for lodges and camp sites; for some routes, you need to book months ahead.
