Among the many treks in the Indian Himalayas, none are as captivating or mysterious as the
Roopkund Trek. Situated in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, this iconic trek leads
you to Roopkund Lake – a high-altitude glacial lake famously known as Skeleton Lake due
to the human remains visible beneath its clear waters.
Accommodation in tents/guesthouses/homestays during the trek (twin/triple sharing).
Meals (generally from Day 1 dinner to last day breakfast; veg meals).
Trekking permits and forest entry fees.
Experienced and certified trek leader and support staff.
Porter/mule for carrying common equipment.
First aid medical kits, stretcher, and oxygen cylinder.
Camping equipment – tents, sleeping bags, and mattresses.
Transportation from base location to trek starting point and back (if mentioned).
Bonfire and evening activities (if weather allows).
Briefing and guidance before the trek begins.
Transportation from your city to the trek base (unless specified).
Personal porter/mule to carry your backpack.
Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, bottled water, etc.).
Any kind of insurance (travel, medical, etc.).
Emergency evacuation charges.
Meals during transit or on travel days.
Tips and gratuities to staff.
Any costs due to unforeseen circumstances like weather, landslides, or political disturbances.
Anything not mentioned under “Included”.
Altitude: 7,700 ft
Stay: Guesthouse
Route: Dehradun – Karanprayag – Lohajung
Highlights: Scenic drive through the Garhwal hills
Begin your journey with a long but beautiful drive from Dehradun to Lohajung, the base
village for Roopkund. You‘ll drive along the Alaknanda and Pindar rivers, witnessing remote
Himalayan hamlets.
Altitude: 8,200 ft
Stay: Homestay/Camping
Highlights: Riverside walk, oak forests
Start your trek with a gradual descent to the Neel Ganga River, followed by a steep ascent
through oak and rhododendron forests leading to Didna Village. A peaceful Himalayan
hamlet where you‘ll stay in tents or homestays.
Altitude: 11,320 ft
Stay: Camping
Highlights: Ali Bugyal – one of Asia‘s largest alpine meadows
This is one of the most scenic days of the trek. You'll pass through thick oak forests and
emerge into Ali Bugyal, a vast expanse of green pasturelands offering panoramic views of
the Trishul massif.
Altitude: 12,700 ft
Stay: Camping
Highlights: Meadows, sky-high views, solitude
A relatively shorter day that takes you across the alpine pastures to the campsite of Patar
Nachauni, located just below the treeline. The air starts to thin, and the landscape becomes
rugged.
Altitude: 14,100 ft
Stay: Camping
Highlights: Kalu Vinayak temple, high-altitude terrain
The trail gets steeper as you climb to Kalu Vinayak, a small black stone temple dedicated to
Lord Ganesha. From there, descend to Bhagwabasa, the last camp before the summit.
Prepare for the most awaited day tomorrow!
Altitude: 16,499 ft (Roopkund)
Stay: Camping
Highlights: Skeleton Lake, snowy climbs, spiritual aura
Start early (around 4 am) to make the final push to Roopkund Lake. The trail is steep, with
loose rocks and snow, but the reward is unparalleled. After exploring the lake and its
surrounding mystery, begin your descent back to Patar Nachauni.
Patar Nachauni to Lohajung via Bedni Bugyal (Trek – 13 km / 7 hrs)
Altitude: Descending to 7,700 ft
Stay: Guesthouse
Highlights: Bedni Bugyal, tranquil forests
Retrace your steps via Bedni Bugyal, another iconic meadow known for its spiritual
significance and majestic views. A long descent takes you back to Lohajung.
After breakfast, drive back to Dehradun, bringing your Roopkund Trek adventure to an
end.
